# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=948&state=tracking [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 949 --- ## [Well, we did it. Put our deposit down on a Tesla](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/well-we-did-it-put-our-deposit-down-on-a-tesla/963885)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 5:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/well-we-did-it-put-our-deposit-down-on-a-tesla/963885 "2022-12-12T17:41:04Z")
Mrs Cad has been using my second car for a few years now. You know, the Envoy that is about to blow up any minute. She wanted a Tesla for a while. The no-gas option works well for us since we have a garage and she can… --- ## [Question about veins](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-veins/976171)
**Author:** [@SuntanLotion](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SuntanLotion)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 5:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-veins/976171 "2022-12-12T17:36:26Z")
I tried to give plasma today. They said my veins were too small, the needle is really big, there would be bruising. If I ever needed a transfusion, would I be out of luck? Just trying to learn here. --- ## [A question about those long insulators on high voltage power lines](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-question-about-those-long-insulators-on-high-voltage-power-lines/976264)
**Author:** [@Crafter\_Man](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Crafter_Man)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 5:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-question-about-those-long-insulators-on-high-voltage-power-lines/976264 "2022-12-12T17:09:41Z")
They’re called “strain insulators.” Now I can understand how they work when they’re oriented vertically: when it rains, there are many pockets of dry surface area to prevent a flashover. But these things are also insta… --- ## [What legal ramifications, if any, could come from this?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-legal-ramifications-if-any-could-come-from-this/976245)
**Author:** [@pkbites](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pkbites)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 4:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-legal-ramifications-if-any-could-come-from-this/976245 "2022-12-12T16:27:39Z")
Joe lives in a middle class neighborhood in a suburb of a major large city. He hates all his neighbors. They’re stuck up, nosey, rude, biggoted jerks. And have been during the years he’s lived there. Recently Joe won t… --- ## [You can't beat a Krampus Night MMP!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-cant-beat-a-krampus-night-mmp/976042)
**Author:** [@dogbutler](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dogbutler)\ **Replies:** 327\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 3:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-cant-beat-a-krampus-night-mmp/976042 "2022-12-12T15:46:08Z")
The Germans have a festival on December 5th where they tell kids that if they are bad a demon comes, puts them in a sack and beats them with reeds if they are naughty. Good for keeping the rugrats in line. Unless your … --- ## [Why nuclear spins \>1?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-nuclear-spins-1/976263)
**Author:** [@Ruken](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ruken)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 2:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-nuclear-spins-1/976263 "2022-12-12T14:53:40Z")
My rudimentary\* understanding is that like nucleons can pair and cancel each others’ spin, which is why even-even nuclei are spin 0. I get why the various isotopes have the spins they do until we get to lithium-7, which … --- ## [What to do with garlic cheddar curds?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-to-do-with-garlic-cheddar-curds/976360)
**Author:** [@Zyada](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zyada)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 2:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-to-do-with-garlic-cheddar-curds/976360 "2022-12-12T14:10:45Z")
I got some of these, and made quesadilla with part of the package. It was almost great, except it was way too salty. Any idea what I can do with the rest that will tone down the saltiness? --- ## [Need suggestions for my "Most Evil Corps in History" game](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-suggestions-for-my-most-evil-corps-in-history-game/963611)
**Author:** [@JohnT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JohnT)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 2:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-suggestions-for-my-most-evil-corps-in-history-game/963611 "2022-12-12T14:03:32Z")
(While this is about a future thread game, I placed this in IMHO as I felt I would get a more varied response in this forum. If y’all disagree, move it as you wish.) Going to start a thread game (as well as make an actu… --- ## [Which are the saltiest pretzels?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-are-the-saltiest-pretzels/974258)
**Author:** [@xanthous](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/xanthous)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 1:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-are-the-saltiest-pretzels/974258 "2022-12-12T13:31:59Z")
I’m not a big fan of a pretzel, unless it’s suuuper salty. I’m actually eating some lackluster pretzels right now, and wishing I knew of a go-to, salt-tastic variety. Sticks, minis, twists (but maybe not the hard Bavaria… --- ## [Oedipus complex for gays?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/oedipus-complex-for-gays/216917)
**Author:** [@chaoticbear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/chaoticbear)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 1:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/oedipus-complex-for-gays/216917 "2022-12-12T13:15:44Z")
Does it exist? I was thinking the other day, and it seems like most of my criteria for guys are descriptors of my dad. Has anyone else ever heard of this? --- ## [Is the CDC card useless now?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-cdc-card-useless-now/975563)
**Author:** [@squeegee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/squeegee)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 12:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-cdc-card-useless-now/975563 "2022-12-12T12:40:25Z")
So I’ve been vaccinated 5 times - 2 vaccinations + 3 boosters. I got the last booster in October, forgot my CDC card and was told I could come back to get it updated. I came back and they said the card was full and they … --- ## [Is the “Respect for Marriage Act” an overall win for liberals?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-respect-for-marriage-act-an-overall-win-for-liberals/975790)
**Author:** [@Love\_Rhombus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Love_Rhombus)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 11:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-respect-for-marriage-act-an-overall-win-for-liberals/975790 "2022-12-12T11:23:58Z")
I’ve read what it’s about but I’m still somehow struggling to determine if the fact that it “ would not force states to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples but would require that people be considered married in a… --- ## [I don't understand "Student Loans" for college](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dont-understand-student-loans-for-college/942523)
**Author:** [@Slash1972](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Slash1972)\ **Replies:** 185\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2021, 8:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dont-understand-student-loans-for-college/942523 "2021-06-04T20:10:31Z")
My son is attending Virginia Tech next year, and of course, requires his tuition be paid, some of which will be paid by loans. But I would never think that he has to take out loans to pay for college, that’s up to me to… --- ## [Saving Plans for grandkids](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/saving-plans-for-grandkids/976226)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 6:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/saving-plans-for-grandkids/976226 "2022-12-12T06:05:46Z")
We are looking to set up a saving account for our granddaughter that is outside of her parent’ control. US Saving Bonds are almost out because with the new electronic system, she would have to have a TreasuryDirect acco… --- ## [What's the current thinking on isolating if you're symptomatic but test negative?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-current-thinking-on-isolating-if-youre-symptomatic-but-test-negative/965599)
**Author:** [@Esprise\_Me](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Esprise_Me)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 5:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-current-thinking-on-isolating-if-youre-symptomatic-but-test-negative/965599 "2022-12-12T05:07:49Z")
For almost the entire first year of the pandemic, I didn’t get sick at all. But over the last year, I’ve caught several mild colds. I haven’t been tested every time, but every time I have tested, it’s been negative. I’ve… --- ## [What's the name of the liver test that they run before they'll prescribe Paxlovid?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-name-of-the-liver-test-that-they-run-before-theyll-prescribe-paxlovid/975756)
**Author:** [@teelabrown](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/teelabrown)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 4:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-name-of-the-liver-test-that-they-run-before-theyll-prescribe-paxlovid/975756 "2022-12-12T04:17:37Z")
I’m trying to find online if our local CVS Minute Clinic will run this test, and I see that they do do that common lipid panel test, but I don’t know if this is what the pharmacist will want to see. I’ll call and ask a … --- ## [Need answer fast: domestic money transfer](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-answer-fast-domestic-money-transfer/976308)
**Author:** [@CairoCarol](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CairoCarol)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 3:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-answer-fast-domestic-money-transfer/976308 "2022-12-12T03:34:54Z")
First, no need to point out that this is idiotic - believe me, I agree, and had to stop myself from delivering a lecture about personal responsibility and enabling when I was consulted for advice. Okay, now that that par… --- ## [Travel Q: flight connection time in MUC airport](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/travel-q-flight-connection-time-in-muc-airport/976314)
**Author:** [@BrickBat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BrickBat)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 3:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/travel-q-flight-connection-time-in-muc-airport/976314 "2022-12-12T03:21:58Z")
I was wondering if anyone else ever flew through Munich who might share their experience. Planning a trip to Rome Italy ( from the US ) and one of the flight pairs I’m considering has a 1:30 connection time from the arri… --- ## [Question about NY Times Crossword](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-ny-times-crossword/976334)
**Author:** [@Southern\_Yankee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Southern_Yankee)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 3:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-ny-times-crossword/976334 "2022-12-12T03:10:10Z")
I just recently subscribed to the NY Times digital edition and have been trying the daily crosswords for the last few days. There seem to be some “themes” that I am not aware of, which can be confusing. Today, for examp… --- ## [Dopers over 60 - do you feel respected? Irrelevant?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dopers-over-60-do-you-feel-respected-irrelevant/974745)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 2:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dopers-over-60-do-you-feel-respected-irrelevant/974745 "2022-12-12T02:16:47Z")
My wife is 61 and I’m 62. We’re doing quite well - financially secure, kids grown and independent, pretty healthy. Debating when we retire and how we lead our lives then. One thing we often think about is how increasi… --- ## [Continuing story/update - newly blind person (now age 92)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/continuing-story-update-newly-blind-person-now-age-92/976103)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 1:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/continuing-story-update-newly-blind-person-now-age-92/976103 "2022-12-12T01:03:22Z")
Continuing the discussion from Help/resources for a person newly blind at age 91: Mary Lou will be turning 92 on Dec 10. Her vision has improved ever-so-slightly to where she can sort of see large areas of something. In… --- ## ["Boy in the Box" (1950s deceased child mystery) possibly identified](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/boy-in-the-box-1950s-deceased-child-mystery-possibly-identified/975983)
**Author:** [@nearwildheaven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nearwildheaven)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2022, 11:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/boy-in-the-box-1950s-deceased-child-mystery-possibly-identified/975983 "2022-12-11T23:43:46Z")
His DNA has been traced to a family in Delaware via genetic genealogy, and a possible birth certificate has been found. If this is true, a 65-year mystery will be partially solved. Next, they will need to find out ho… --- ## [I'm not a sneaker guy but I think these are cool](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-not-a-sneaker-guy-but-i-think-these-are-cool/976327)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Mabes](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mike_Mabes)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2022, 10:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-not-a-sneaker-guy-but-i-think-these-are-cool/976327 "2022-12-11T22:57:26Z")
https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/319552034\_10221920987678821\_4361778520306671206\_n.jpg?\_nc\_cat=104&ccb=1-7&\_nc\_sid=730e14&\_nc\_ohc=KXR1VwmozMwAX81iYsy&\_nc\_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00\_AfDbclb\_YNItLPptvrO2… --- ## [Does anyone here know anyone personally who has been diagnosed, or has been yourself?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-anyone-here-know-anyone-personally-who-has-been-diagnosed-or-has-been-yourself/849941)
**Author:** [@nearwildheaven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nearwildheaven)\ **Replies:** 918\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2022, 9:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-anyone-here-know-anyone-personally-who-has-been-diagnosed-or-has-been-yourself/849941 "2022-12-11T21:54:35Z")
For me, the answer is no, although there have been only 3 confirmed cases in my metropolitan area of 400,000, and none of them were residents of the county in which they were diagnosed. :confused: I actually wonder if … --- ## [Advice on eliminating on-prem IT resources](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-on-eliminating-on-prem-it-resources/975454)
**Author:** [@Guy\_Incognito](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Guy_Incognito)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2022, 7:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-on-eliminating-on-prem-it-resources/975454 "2022-12-11T19:12:40Z")
Just asking for some advice from SDMB members who have Windows Server, network, and VOIP experience for the best way to handle a downsizing project that I’ve been wrestling with. A little background first: This is for a… --- ## [Led Zeppelin's "Celebration Day" streaming free](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/led-zeppelins-celebration-day-streaming-free/976336)
**Author:** [@Turek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Turek)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2022, 6:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/led-zeppelins-celebration-day-streaming-free/976336 "2022-12-11T18:11:34Z")
I don’t know how long this will stream for free. I watched it last night and it was awesome. 2+ hours of live Zeppelin hits. My only complaint (and it’s a tiny one) is the faux-retro video treatment the director kept… --- ## [San Jose becomes largest city to abolish minimum parking requirements](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/san-jose-becomes-largest-city-to-abolish-minimum-parking-requirements/976198)
**Author:** [@Dr.Strangelove](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr.Strangelove)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2022, 6:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/san-jose-becomes-largest-city-to-abolish-minimum-parking-requirements/976198 "2022-12-11T18:10:13Z")
Continuing a discussion from 11 years ago… Minimum parking laws are stupid. @RickJay put it eloquently enough back then: I posted this link, which although from a libertarian-leaning site, cites plenty of data demon… --- ## [Please help me identify a soul cover of the Beatles' "Help"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-help-me-identify-a-soul-cover-of-the-beatles-help/976344)
**Author:** [@EinsteinsHund](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EinsteinsHund)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2022, 6:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-help-me-identify-a-soul-cover-of-the-beatles-help/976344 "2022-12-11T18:03:49Z")
I’ve had an earworm for some days of this song, a slowed down soul cover of “Help”, but for the life of me I can’t remember where I heard it and who did it. I can’t even remember if it’s a female or male voice, but I ten… --- ## [Best TV theme song? Please post a link](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-tv-theme-song-please-post-a-link/956287)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 220\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2022, 5:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-tv-theme-song-please-post-a-link/956287 "2022-12-11T17:53:55Z")
Yeah, it’s been done, but not recently. I’ll start it off with The Jeffersons: --- ## [Help me figure out what show I am trying to remember](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-figure-out-what-show-i-am-trying-to-remember/976338)
**Author:** [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2022, 3:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-figure-out-what-show-i-am-trying-to-remember/976338 "2022-12-11T15:47:58Z")
This is pretty obscure but I am trying to remember some TV show where some player in a sport gets some sort of super power. They thus go nuts and humorously keep scoring while knocking other players left and right. But t… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=947&state=tracking) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=949&state=tracking)