# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=865 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 866 --- ## [The sap must flow! 2023](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-sap-must-flow-2023/979543)
**Author:** [@Qadgop\_the\_Mercotan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Qadgop_the_Mercotan)\ **Replies:** 105\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 2:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-sap-must-flow-2023/979543 "2023-03-30T14:30:16Z")
The tree is the sap. The sap is the tree. The sap enhances waffles & French toast. The sap expands waistlines. The sap maple (and a few other tree varieties), of course. So what the hell am I doing, making syrup bar… --- ## [Florida? Described well in The Atlantic?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/florida-described-well-in-the-atlantic/981729)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 12:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/florida-described-well-in-the-atlantic/981729 "2023-03-30T12:57:35Z")
I’m curious about how accurate this article is, in the opinions of Dopers, about the state of Florida. --- ## [Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn’t stop to think if they should](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-scientists-were-so-preoccupied-with-whether-or-not-they-could-they-didn-t-stop-to-think-if-they-should/981864)
**Author:** [@Projammer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Projammer)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 12:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-scientists-were-so-preoccupied-with-whether-or-not-they-could-they-didn-t-stop-to-think-if-they-should/981864 "2023-03-30T12:55:06Z")
Meatball from long-extinct mammoth created by food firm Technically, it shouldn’t be any more expensive to lab grow any strain of meat over another other than minor variations in nutrient costs. And while I’m no Nostra… --- ## [Schools forced to divert staff amid historic flood of records requests](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/schools-forced-to-divert-staff-amid-historic-flood-of-records-requests/981875)
**Author:** [@ralfy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ralfy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 12:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/schools-forced-to-divert-staff-amid-historic-flood-of-records-requests/981875 "2023-03-30T12:40:38Z")
--- ## [How should I go about selecting a Lasik doctor/equipment type?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-should-i-go-about-selecting-a-lasik-doctor-equipment-type/960645)
**Author:** [@SenorBeef](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SenorBeef)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 9:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-should-i-go-about-selecting-a-lasik-doctor-equipment-type/960645 "2023-03-30T09:26:47Z")
I’ve been thinking about Lasik for a long time but I’ve always worried about gambling with my vision - I know the complication rate is low, but if something happened to my eyes that would be catastrophic. Has this improv… --- ## [The probability of fatigue and collapse helps you get red envelopes faster](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-probability-of-fatigue-and-collapse-helps-you-get-red-envelopes-faster/981803)
**Author:** [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 8:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-probability-of-fatigue-and-collapse-helps-you-get-red-envelopes-faster/981803 "2023-03-30T08:09:37Z")
I was looking at 7 inch tablets on Amazon and saw the title phrase in a graphic. Googling shows that the phrase is used in several tablet descriptions. So, any ideas what they were actually trying to say? Probably a Ch… --- ## [Kanye West - what happened?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kanye-west-what-happened/975895)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 189\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 7:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kanye-west-what-happened/975895 "2023-03-30T07:48:25Z")
The very first time I ever heard of Kanye West, at least in my memory, was when he said, “George Bush doesn’t care about Black People.” I thought that pushing it a bit too far, but I understood where he was coming from. … --- ## [Psilocybin for depression. Any personal experience?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/psilocybin-for-depression-any-personal-experience/981393)
**Author:** [@DSeid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DSeid)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 5:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/psilocybin-for-depression-any-personal-experience/981393 "2023-03-30T05:33:14Z")
Legal US use only in Oregon and in research settings but likely to get FDA approval soon. Maybe in’24. Australia has approved it recently. Research data looks good. Any personal experiences? --- ## [Meteorology question: Can there be snow if the "real feel" temperature is below freezing when the actual temperature is above?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/meteorology-question-can-there-be-snow-if-the-real-feel-temperature-is-below-freezing-when-the-actual-temperature-is-above/980392)
**Author:** [@Spectre\_of\_Pithecanthropus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spectre_of_Pithecanthropus)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 3:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/meteorology-question-can-there-be-snow-if-the-real-feel-temperature-is-below-freezing-when-the-actual-temperature-is-above/980392 "2023-03-30T03:34:58Z")
For Eugene, Oregon, Accuweather predicts some snow for early this morning, accumulating to about an inch, and on Monday night more snow, possibly accumulating to between two and four inches. ( I seriously doubt that wi… --- ## [The most insane health insurance system in the world is in the US](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-most-insane-health-insurance-system-in-the-world-is-in-the-us/979641)
**Author:** [@survinga](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/survinga)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 3:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-most-insane-health-insurance-system-in-the-world-is-in-the-us/979641 "2023-03-30T03:32:54Z")
Charles Gaba has a blog that tracks the ACA and other coverage-related things. Just take a look at all the different types of coverage that people have in this link. It’s insanity on the scale of over 330 million peopl… --- ## [Help me ID this Django Django song](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-id-this-django-django-song/974990)
**Author:** [@F.U.Shakespeare](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/F.U.Shakespeare)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 1:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-id-this-django-django-song/974990 "2023-03-30T01:27:52Z")
I heard a song recently while eating in a Chipotle which caught my attention because it had brief passages resembling “Happy” by Pharrell Williams, one of my favorite songs. I asked a guy behind the counter if he could … --- ## [Trigger warning My school shooting experience](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trigger-warning-my-school-shooting-experience/981801)
**Author:** [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 11:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trigger-warning-my-school-shooting-experience/981801 "2023-03-29T23:49:25Z")
First up - I truly don’t know which forum this should go in. After consideration, I decided that the Pit is as good a place as any. Mods, as always, should feel free to move. Second - many years ago, I was at school dur… --- ## [Autumn tree colors & sunlight](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/autumn-tree-colors-sunlight/981817)
**Author:** [@purplehorseshoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/purplehorseshoe)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 10:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/autumn-tree-colors-sunlight/981817 "2023-03-29T22:08:03Z")
When trees (esp. those that show spectacular autumn colors, such as maples) get sunlight from predominantly one side, does the “sunny” side stay greener longer, or is that the side that loses chlorophyll and shows red/or… --- ## [Possible avenue for Russell's Paradox solution?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/possible-avenue-for-russells-paradox-solution/981816)
**Author:** [@EnolaStraight](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EnolaStraight)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 10:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/possible-avenue-for-russells-paradox-solution/981816 "2023-03-29T22:06:41Z")
An anomaly of Set Theory: (4) russell’s paradox - YouTube Due to a convolution of the logic, trying to include the predicate “is true of itself” into the set of all "is true of itself"s is sensible, logical, and true. … --- ## [How many different plays does an average NFL team use in a game?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-different-plays-does-an-average-nfl-team-use-in-a-game/981813)
**Author:** [@ekedolphin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ekedolphin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 9:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-different-plays-does-an-average-nfl-team-use-in-a-game/981813 "2023-03-29T21:48:35Z")
About how many unique plays from their playbook does an average NFL team use in any particular game? (Offense and defense). --- ## [Professional W-9 Form, Need Answer Quick!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/professional-w-9-form-need-answer-quick/981836)
**Author:** [@OldOlds](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/OldOlds)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 9:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/professional-w-9-form-need-answer-quick/981836 "2023-03-29T21:47:10Z")
Hey All I need to provide a W-9 for some consulting I’m doing. I’ve only done a little over my career, so I’m not up on all the tips and tricks. The customer wants a W9, which of course I can download from the IRS. How… --- ## [Roof vent in an 1850s house (static vs ridge)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/roof-vent-in-an-1850s-house-static-vs-ridge/981676)
**Author:** [@ratatoskK](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ratatoskK)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 8:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/roof-vent-in-an-1850s-house-static-vs-ridge/981676 "2023-03-29T20:14:09Z")
A year ago, I bought a house that needs a new roof. It’s a small cape with a gambrel roof, and was built in 1850 (in New England). The roof currently has 4 static vents (two on each side). I’ve gotten two estimates, one … --- ## [Wot's SPF or DKIM?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wots-spf-or-dkim/981839)
**Author:** [@slicedalone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/slicedalone)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 7:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wots-spf-or-dkim/981839 "2023-03-29T19:42:36Z")
I use a unique domain address (basically my oddball last name) because I thought “What could be easier for folks emailing me to remember, firstname@lastname.com?” Turns out many emails don’t get delivered because: mx.… --- ## [Do protons have different masses depending on what atom they’re a part of?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-protons-have-different-masses-depending-on-what-atom-they-re-a-part-of/981498)
**Author:** [@FlikTheBlue](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FlikTheBlue)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 5:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-protons-have-different-masses-depending-on-what-atom-they-re-a-part-of/981498 "2023-03-29T17:25:05Z")
Do protons and neutrons have different masses based on what kind of atom they are a part of? When atoms undergo fission or fusion, they release energy according to the famous e=mc2 equation. My understanding of the pr… --- ## [\[OLD\] There's a Spring in Your Step - A Seasonal MMP](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-theres-a-spring-in-your-step-a-seasonal-mmp/981398)
**Author:** [@dogbutler](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dogbutler)\ **Replies:** 404\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 4:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-theres-a-spring-in-your-step-a-seasonal-mmp/981398 "2023-03-29T16:58:47Z")
Today is the first day of spring, and it’s 30 degrees(Fahrenheit) outside. :face\_with\_raised\_eyebrow: Up, caffeinated, and sheveled. Off to heave. Talk amongst yourself till I get back. --- ## [Fewer days, more rants (February Mini-Rants)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fewer-days-more-rants-february-mini-rants/979184)
**Author:** [@Seanette](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Seanette)\ **Replies:** 295\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 4:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fewer-days-more-rants-february-mini-rants/979184 "2023-03-29T16:56:23Z")
My biggest rant right now: it’s after 5pm PST and no one else got it in gear to start this month’s mini-rants. Minor: maintenance is pressure-washing the balcony above my patio, which means water coming down on my patio… --- ## [MLB-Hot Stove League winter 2022/23](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-hot-stove-league-winter-2022-23/974910)
**Author:** [@dalej42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dalej42)\ **Replies:** 376\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 4:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-hot-stove-league-winter-2022-23/974910 "2023-03-29T16:26:37Z")
Don’t see a Hot Stove League thread for this winter. I can start with some good news: Cubs release Jason Heyward. His defense definitely helped, especially with some of the not so great defensive outfielders the Cubs… --- ## [Dr. Pol Question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dr-pol-question/981812)
**Author:** [@19USMC69](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/19USMC69)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 4:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dr-pol-question/981812 "2023-03-29T16:00:44Z")
Don’t know anything about the veterinary business, but love watching Dr Pol. There’s a woman known as Dr. Brenda who works for him. Looks like she puts in a lot of hours doing difficult things. Anyone know how much someo… --- ## [Windows 10 splash screen image?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/windows-10-splash-screen-image/981787)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 2:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/windows-10-splash-screen-image/981787 "2023-03-29T14:51:53Z")
Or whatever you call the high res photo that pops up when you wake the computer. It used to show a random image but seems to be stuck on some castle I don’t like. I just want it to be random again. Perhaps I did somethi… --- ## [Old external hard drive not opening](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-external-hard-drive-not-opening/969051)
**Author:** [@Walken\_After\_Midnight](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Walken_After_Midnight)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 2:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-external-hard-drive-not-opening/969051 "2023-03-29T14:20:32Z")
I have an old Maxtor external hard drive, about fifteen years old, which hasn’t been used in a long time. I tried to plug it into my PC today, but it’s not opening. Initially, the drive appears in My PC, but I can’t se… --- ## [Homemade versions of fast foods](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/homemade-versions-of-fast-foods/981202)
**Author:** [@Didi44](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Didi44)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 2:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/homemade-versions-of-fast-foods/981202 "2023-03-29T14:09:26Z")
I’ve been craving a Big Mac (actually Big Macs) for the past couple of weeks, but didn’t want to pay so much for so little. Bought a bag of frozen 1/4 patties, made my own 1000 Island with sweet relish, mayo and ketchup… --- ## [The Sims (computer game): Stuff missing from the Livin Large upgrade?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-sims-computer-game-stuff-missing-from-the-livin-large-upgrade/61812)
**Author:** [@Jeremy\_s\_Evil\_Twin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jeremy_s_Evil_Twin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 10:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-sims-computer-game-stuff-missing-from-the-livin-large-upgrade/61812 "2023-03-29T10:32:09Z")
Ok, I bought the Sims Livin’ Large upgrade yesterday, had a bitch of a time installing it, and now that I finally got it running I find a lot of items are MISSING: The Vibrating Bed (aaack!!), Bear Skin Rug, Egg-Shaped C… --- ## [A cat. Played on a piano](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-cat-played-on-a-piano/981736)
**Author:** [@pjd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pjd)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 4:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-cat-played-on-a-piano/981736 "2023-03-29T04:47:17Z")
If you ever wondered what a cat would sound like if played on a piano :- It’s part of a whole series of animal musical renditions. (No stoat though). Yes discourse. while i agree there are similarities i… --- ## [Whispering/Lip Reading in Other Languages](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whispering-lip-reading-in-other-languages/981672)
**Author:** [@pianodave](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pianodave)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 4:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whispering-lip-reading-in-other-languages/981672 "2023-03-29T04:24:24Z")
Hi SD, I recently subbed at a Bar Mitzvah. During the service, I had a question about the music. I mouthed something to the Cantor, who responded. I was able to see her response though obviously there was no vocaliza… --- ## [Recovering from severe dehydration](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recovering-from-severe-dehydration/981656)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 12:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recovering-from-severe-dehydration/981656 "2023-03-29T00:27:55Z")
I read on article about some campers who got stranded somewhere and ran out of water. After a few days they were rescued and the writer said that he could feel life flowing back into his limbs as he drank water. So wha… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=864) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=866)