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**Author:** [@DSeid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DSeid)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2026, 7:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-buy-extended-warranties-and-service-contracts-this-one-car-but-in-general/1028296 "2026-03-10T19:57:30Z")
Just bought my wife’s new car, an Ioniq5 SEL. And of course have the final pitches that you’d think I’d have been ready for (but wasn’t) hard selling the various products. Easy no on the “gap coverage”, extra insurance … --- ## [Possible beginning of a new pandemic?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/possible-beginning-of-a-new-pandemic/1033599)
**Author:** [@Dewey\_Finn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dewey_Finn)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 2:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/possible-beginning-of-a-new-pandemic/1033599 "2026-10-08T14:41:57Z")
A Russian employee of an infectious disease research center in Siberia died of a pneumonia of supposedly unknown origin (or perhaps pneumonic plague). The center is the Irkutsk Research Anti-Plague Institute of Siberia. … --- ## [Today I begin my 90th trip](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/today-i-begin-my-90th-trip/1026938)
**Author:** [@Hari\_Seldon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hari_Seldon)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2026, 1:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/today-i-begin-my-90th-trip/1026938 "2026-01-26T01:20:00Z")
around the sun. Never imagined I’d make it so far. --- ## [NFL 2026-2027: Week 2](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-2026-2027-week-2/1033077)
**Author:** [@Railer13](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Railer13)\ **Replies:** 86\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 5:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-2026-2027-week-2/1033077 "2026-09-22T17:19:13Z")
In Week 1, the Rams were thrashed by the Niners down under, while the Seahawks barely hung on against the Pats. Detroit escaped in overtime over the Saints, and Buffalo won in Houston with a late score followed by a def… --- ## [Happy 100th Mel Brooks. Funny, I thought he was already over 2000 when I was a kid](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/happy-100th-mel-brooks-funny-i-thought-he-was-already-over-2000-when-i-was-a-kid/1031242)
**Author:** [@What\_Exit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/What_Exit)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2026, 5:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/happy-100th-mel-brooks-funny-i-thought-he-was-already-over-2000-when-i-was-a-kid/1031242 "2026-07-13T05:21:31Z")
Mel Brooks is 100. He’s been entertaining professionally since just after WWII. A few days ago AFI announced changes to the top comedy list and Blazing Saddles is now #1. He is one of the rare EGOT winners. --- ## [Ever had a product where they drastically changed the standards, but maintained the same designations?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-had-a-product-where-they-drastically-changed-the-standards-but-maintained-the-same-designations/1026950)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2026, 6:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-had-a-product-where-they-drastically-changed-the-standards-but-maintained-the-same-designations/1026950 "2026-01-25T18:03:47Z")
I think the classic example would be womens’ clothing, where what used to be a size 6 is now a size 2 or whatever. Same amount of fabric covers the same amount of body, but the purchaser can think she now fits into a sm… --- ## [Me first! Me first! Which board game has the strangest rule for who goes first?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/me-first-me-first-which-board-game-has-the-strangest-rule-for-who-goes-first/1032272)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2026, 9:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/me-first-me-first-which-board-game-has-the-strangest-rule-for-who-goes-first/1032272 "2026-08-15T21:36:53Z")
Inspired by a local gaming convention in the area that I have attended occasionally in the past, GameStorm. Most games will tell you which player makes the first move. For example: Hungry Hungry Hipsters - “The player … --- ## [What pointless things do you do just because?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-pointless-things-do-you-do-just-because/1033791)
**Author:** [@Lumpy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lumpy)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 12:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-pointless-things-do-you-do-just-because/1033791 "2026-10-17T00:09:53Z")
For my example, in my locale we’re advised not to put spray cans in either the regular trash (goes to an incinerator) or recycling because of an explosion hazard. So I take it upon myself to use the ratchet can opener on… --- ## [What to put on a bagel?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-to-put-on-a-bagel/1027622)
**Author:** [@Eonwe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Eonwe)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 1:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-to-put-on-a-bagel/1027622 "2026-02-14T13:28:23Z")
I’ve made bagels a few times (they’re not the best, but they’re mine, damnit!), and am planning on making some this weekend for a brunch. I will, of course, get the requisite cream cheese, lox, red onion, tomato, and ca… --- ## [Elton John -did anyone buy and listen to the albums? Recommendations?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/elton-john-did-anyone-buy-and-listen-to-the-albums-recommendations/1031102)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 1:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/elton-john-did-anyone-buy-and-listen-to-the-albums-recommendations/1031102 "2026-06-30T01:18:49Z")
I only know Sir Elton from his hit singles. Should I consider buying an album? Which ones? I looked at his Discography… He often had one or two hits on an album. Elton John - Your Song Tumbleweed - none Friends - F… --- ## [What are some clear signs of undiagnosed autism?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-some-clear-signs-of-undiagnosed-autism/1032710)
**Author:** [@Xarrot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Xarrot)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2026, 4:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-some-clear-signs-of-undiagnosed-autism/1032710 "2026-10-13T16:17:01Z")
I have recieved bullying in the past for allegedly having autism, and because i am going to a new school i would like to see what to hide in order to avoid bullying --- ## [Should I use my turn signal at this intersection?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-use-my-turn-signal-at-this-intersection/1030260)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 11:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-use-my-turn-signal-at-this-intersection/1030260 "2026-06-02T23:55:48Z")
I’m putting this in IMHO because I don’t think there’s a factual answer; and by that I mean, this situation is so specific that I doubt Missouri law even covers it. So I’m driving northeast on Highway N, and I want to … --- ## [Protests & Violence: What's Going on in France?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/protests-violence-whats-going-on-in-france/1033648)
**Author:** [@Jasmine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jasmine)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 10:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/protests-violence-whats-going-on-in-france/1033648 "2026-10-26T10:58:40Z")
I saw on the news last nice that France is in civil turmoil but, the evening news being the Reader’s Digest Condensed Version that it is, didn’t really go into any details. What is going on? --- ## [Things that please you well beyond their actual importance](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/things-that-please-you-well-beyond-their-actual-importance/1034096)
**Author:** [@Cheesesteak](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cheesesteak)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 4:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/things-that-please-you-well-beyond-their-actual-importance/1034096 "2026-11-07T16:23:22Z")
I’ve done a similar thread to this some years ago, but rather than resurrect a zombie, let’s have some more happy thoughts. I have 3 cats, and twice a day they get wet food. 2 of the cats are young littermates who are v… --- ## [Khadaji’s Whatcha Reading Thread - May 2026 edition](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/khadaji-s-whatcha-reading-thread-may-2026-edition/1029657)
**Author:** [@DZedNConfused](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DZedNConfused)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 6:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/khadaji-s-whatcha-reading-thread-may-2026-edition/1029657 "2026-06-03T18:13:40Z")
May is here! How are we five months into this year already?! Almost summer up north, almost winter if you’re upside down :smiley: passes out allergy meds Lots of great books coming out this year, so much T. Kingfisher t… --- ## [Who had "Trump steals a meteorite" on their bingo card?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-had-trump-steals-a-meteorite-on-their-bingo-card/1032942)
**Author:** [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2026, 8:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-had-trump-steals-a-meteorite-on-their-bingo-card/1032942 "2026-11-01T20:58:45Z")
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro of the District of Columbia posted a video to social media showcasing the roughly 54-pound chunk of space rock. At that weight, it’s 70% larger than any Martian meteorite found on Earth, acco… --- ## [How to be a millionaire ICE Superhero](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-be-a-millionaire-ice-superhero/1026775)
**Author:** [@glee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/glee)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2026, 11:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-be-a-millionaire-ice-superhero/1026775 "2026-01-20T11:20:26Z")
Do you want to be a masked superhero? Do want to be a millionaire? Do you like firing guns? Join ICE! The only qualification needed is a hatred of terrorists, murderers, rapists, immigrants and Democrats. Training d… --- ## [They moved it back](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/they-moved-it-back/1027956)
**Author:** [@Quimby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quimby)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2026, 2:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/they-moved-it-back/1027956 "2026-03-01T14:55:11Z")
If someone said, “The event was on March 5th but we moved it back.” Is the new date before or after March 5th? You have no other context. --- ## [When Did / Will the Astros Outlive the Cheatstros Label for You](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-did-will-the-astros-outlive-the-cheatstros-label-for-you/1033519)
**Author:** [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2026, 10:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-did-will-the-astros-outlive-the-cheatstros-label-for-you/1033519 "2026-10-04T22:45:32Z")
Continuing the discussion from MLB Playoffs 2026 (incl. World Series): I have a generic baseball fan question. I’m not taking any position on it, at least not yet. But I’m just curious what y’all think: The Astros che… --- ## [My dog died yesterday](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-dog-died-yesterday/1032501)
**Author:** [@RivkahChaya](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RivkahChaya)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2026, 7:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-dog-died-yesterday/1032501 "2026-08-30T07:48:36Z")
Yeah, I know people write about this all the time. I don’t have much to add, except there was something right about is being Dorothy Parker’s birthday. Yes, I know it is also the day Richard III died at Bosworth, and en… --- ## [Negating an automatic tip on a bill](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/negating-an-automatic-tip-on-a-bill/1027233)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 1:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/negating-an-automatic-tip-on-a-bill/1027233 "2026-02-02T01:05:31Z")
I saw receipt (from Bob’s Burgers in Seymour’s Bay, NJ) for 2 cheeseburgers, 1 ‘peas burger’, Cajun fries, sweet potato fries, and three soft drinks. But then there’s another line: 1 Included Tip (20%) $7.46. The patro… --- ## [I'm sick of recipes that are "smashed" or "charred"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-sick-of-recipes-that-are-smashed-or-charred/1031067)
**Author:** [@ratatoskK](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ratatoskK)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2026, 11:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-sick-of-recipes-that-are-smashed-or-charred/1031067 "2026-09-30T11:35:17Z")
Why do they have to “smash” a burger? Why do they have to “char” everything from lettuce to broccoli? It’s recipe violence. --- ## [Huge gold stash discovered in Belgium](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/huge-gold-stash-discovered-in-belgium/1032357)
**Author:** [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 6:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/huge-gold-stash-discovered-in-belgium/1032357 "2026-08-18T18:18:49Z")
Article. Construction workers dug up $10 million worth of gold bullion and coins while digging up a former brewery building in East Flanders, Belgium. I’m happy to find a quarter in my pants pocket. --- ## [Interaction in a beer store](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/interaction-in-a-beer-store/1033626)
**Author:** [@LavenderMagnolia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LavenderMagnolia)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 1:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/interaction-in-a-beer-store/1033626 "2026-10-08T13:12:07Z")
This happened several years ago now, but I remembered it when looking at some photos the other day, from the city where we lived in at the time. I’ve never quite understood this. A nearby beer/wine store had one of thos… --- ## [America (USA)- themed clothing. Do you still wear it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/america-usa-themed-clothing-do-you-still-wear-it/1031662)
**Author:** [@beowulff](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/beowulff)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 5:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/america-usa-themed-clothing-do-you-still-wear-it/1031662 "2026-07-27T17:01:50Z")
I have an American-flag t-shirt I bought in Yellowstone a long time ago. It’s a wonderful pattern - the flag is made of animals found in the park. It used to be one of my favorite shirts, and I would wear it on the 4th,… --- ## [Did I miss this year's gripes about the Rock and Roll HOF inductees?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-i-miss-this-years-gripes-about-the-rock-and-roll-hof-inductees/1024769)
**Author:** [@ZonexandScout](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ZonexandScout)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2025, 2:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-i-miss-this-years-gripes-about-the-rock-and-roll-hof-inductees/1024769 "2025-11-13T02:33:24Z")
Just trying to keep up. --- ## [Ethics of refusing bids](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ethics-of-refusing-bids/1034182)
**Author:** [@carnivorousplant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carnivorousplant)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2026, 12:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ethics-of-refusing-bids/1034182 "2026-11-01T00:22:31Z")
I let three bids to roof the rental house. I am unsure of the ethics involved. I had planned to notify the two high bids that they did not have the lowest bid and I would wait two days to accept the low bid if they want… --- ## [Wichita, KS 10/17/26: Woman drives vehicle through soccer complex, at least 2 dead](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wichita-ks-10-17-26-woman-drives-vehicle-through-soccer-complex-at-least-2-dead/1033931)
**Author:** [@nearwildheaven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nearwildheaven)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 8:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wichita-ks-10-17-26-woman-drives-vehicle-through-soccer-complex-at-least-2-dead/1033931 "2026-10-22T20:49:36Z")
The woman was 34 years old and had 2 kids in the car, and I’m personally thinking she had some kind of medical episode, most likely a seizure. I hope so, anyway. --- ## [What to do with leftover lasagna sauce?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-to-do-with-leftover-lasagna-sauce/1027862)
**Author:** [@Nars\_Glinley](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nars_Glinley)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2026, 12:11am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-to-do-with-leftover-lasagna-sauce/1027862 "2026-02-23T00:11:59Z")
I recently made a lasagna with ground venison and Italian sausage. I wasn’t really paying attention to the fact that the recipe made enough for 2 lasagnas. Other than making another lasagna, which I don’t really want bec… --- ## [Trump Impeachment 2027](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-impeachment-2027/1034060)
**Author:** [@Left\_Hand\_of\_Dorkness](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Left_Hand_of_Dorkness)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 7:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-impeachment-2027/1034060 "2026-10-24T19:21:01Z")
Continuing the discussion from US House races 2026: The question of whether Democrats should try to impeach Trump in 2027 (assuming they take the House) is a great question, but it’s a bit of a hijack from the thread ab… --- ## [Disposal of 78 rpm records](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/disposal-of-78-rpm-records/1030529)
**Author:** [@elbows](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/elbows)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 2:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/disposal-of-78-rpm-records/1030529 "2026-06-09T02:38:38Z")
I have been forced to empty both attic and basement at the same time, (to accommodate upgrading insulation!), and have come upon a large amount of very old records. They belonged to my Husband’s parents, and there’s a lo… --- ## [Have you ever actually tried to supernaturally (ahem) predict the future?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-actually-tried-to-supernaturally-ahem-predict-the-future/1030234)
**Author:** [@Past\_Paper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Past_Paper)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 5:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-actually-tried-to-supernaturally-ahem-predict-the-future/1030234 "2026-06-05T05:00:50Z")
I put the “ahem” in there because most people probably don’t believe in the existence of “supernatural” things but I’ll explain anyways: I’m incredibly skeptical but also incredibly open-minded, so I’ve dabbled in mysti… --- ## [Do you use the term "beer dock"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-use-the-term-beer-dock/1034036)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2026, 9:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-use-the-term-beer-dock/1034036 "2026-10-30T21:35:27Z")
I’m not sure why a beverage store was called a beer dock but they were and still are today. When I search for the term I get only places in Ohio. Is it a regional thing? --- ## [What's the best place to be for an atheist?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-best-place-to-be-for-an-atheist/1031925)
**Author:** [@PlaceboTarget](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PlaceboTarget)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2026, 4:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-best-place-to-be-for-an-atheist/1031925 "2026-07-28T04:01:06Z")
France, in my opinion. In France, freedom of belief is protected while the state is required to remain neutral and to limit religious expression in many public institutions. Moreover, France restricts public displays of … --- ## [Predictions and Forecasts about the East Wing/Bunker/Ballroom](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/predictions-and-forecasts-about-the-east-wing-bunker-ballroom/1032274)
**Author:** [@jsc1953](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jsc1953)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 11:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/predictions-and-forecasts-about-the-east-wing-bunker-ballroom/1032274 "2026-08-21T11:36:44Z")
Given that a court has ruled that Trump had no authority to demolish the East Wing and build a “ballroom”, now re-branded as a military installation. And given that Trump will take this to the Supreme Court: What would… --- ## [For U.S. citizens with dual citizenship, a question of forced choice](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/for-u-s-citizens-with-dual-citizenship-a-question-of-forced-choice/1025370)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2025, 11:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/for-u-s-citizens-with-dual-citizenship-a-question-of-forced-choice/1025370 "2025-12-05T11:30:07Z")
Republican Files Bill to Eliminate Dual Citizenship, Force Renunciations | Truthout “Under the bill, anyone who acquires foreign citizenship would be forced to relinquish their U.S. citizenship, and any who already hold… --- ## [What's the Democratic strategy for defeating the next Trump?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-democratic-strategy-for-defeating-the-next-trump/1031692)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 9:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-democratic-strategy-for-defeating-the-next-trump/1031692 "2026-07-18T21:13:05Z")
No future Republican candidate is likely to have the secret sauce that Trump had, in terms of his mysterious charisma. Every Republican who tried to imitate him, such as Cruz or Vance, just fell flat on their face. It’s … --- ## [Please recommend Software for Windows backup](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-recommend-software-for-windows-backup/1026981)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 11:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-recommend-software-for-windows-backup/1026981 "2026-02-03T11:56:10Z")
I need to get organized and start backing up my laptop regularly. I use my own folder layout. Hopefully, One Drive is ignoring my personal work files. I’ve heard bad stories about One Drive. I need a data backup that l… --- ## [Watch strap glue?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/watch-strap-glue/1032373)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 3:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/watch-strap-glue/1032373 "2026-08-21T03:38:33Z")
The little strip that holds the loose end of my watch strap broke. I tried using cyanoacrylate, but it didn’t last long. Right now, I have a piece of cellophane tape holding it. As I would rather not spend $118 on a n… --- ## [Strategic Reserve critically low. No, not oil. Maple syrup](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/strategic-reserve-critically-low-no-not-oil-maple-syrup/1034027)
**Author:** [@Gorsnak](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gorsnak)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 11:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/strategic-reserve-critically-low-no-not-oil-maple-syrup/1034027 "2026-10-25T23:40:54Z")
Pancake lovers best brace for higher prices for the one true pancake topping. This is the sort of story that saps one’s will to carry on. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/quebec-maple-syrup-reserves-nearly-deplet… --- ## [A Predator question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-predator-question/1033684)
**Author:** [@Son\_of\_a\_Rich](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Son_of_a_Rich)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 5:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-predator-question/1033684 "2026-10-19T17:07:35Z")
Arnold is crossing a chasm via a log bridge. In a tense moment, he realizes the monster is right behind him on the log. In a blink, Arnold is clinging to the bottom side of the log using his big muscles to hold on. I don… --- ## [Kids' dream jobs, 1920 to 2026](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kids-dream-jobs-1920-to-2026/1031652)
**Author:** [@nearwildheaven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nearwildheaven)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 2:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kids-dream-jobs-1920-to-2026/1031652 "2026-08-03T14:59:13Z")
For me, the most interesting one happened in 1993, and it’s not hard to imagine why. Anyway, Lily Tomlin said back in the 1970s that if everyone became what they wanted to be when they were 6 years old, we’d have a worl… --- ## [Hey, Geico! You’re not Phillyin’ right, dumbass!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hey-geico-you-re-not-phillyin-right-dumbass/1032406)
**Author:** [@Stratocaster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stratocaster)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 11:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hey-geico-you-re-not-phillyin-right-dumbass/1032406 "2026-08-25T23:46:59Z")
This is not the first example of this I’ve seen, but it’s particularly annoying. I’m talking about when a national brand (or at least an out-of-region company) tries to show they’re “one of us.” Invariably they fuck it… --- ## [What is this weird building about (10x10 building, ~4 feet off the ground, in the middle of nowhere)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-this-weird-building-about-10x10-building-4-feet-off-the-ground-in-the-middle-of-nowhere/1030281)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2026, 2:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-this-weird-building-about-10x10-building-4-feet-off-the-ground-in-the-middle-of-nowhere/1030281 "2026-05-23T14:16:17Z")
I drive past this weird building a few times per year when life takes me dow that stretch of road. Any idea what this is about? For context, it’s down the road from Caledonia, Missouri, a nothingburger town in the Ozar… --- ## [Crumbling Spine](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/crumbling-spine/1029158)
**Author:** [@Ellecram](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ellecram)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2026, 1:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/crumbling-spine/1029158 "2026-04-18T01:00:39Z")
I’ve had back problems all my life subsequent to a car accident I experienced as a 3 year old. I was hit by a car and drug down the street while attached to the bumper because the guy did not realize he had hit me. I fel… --- ## [Survivor season 51](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/survivor-season-51/1033333)
**Author:** [@Nars\_Glinley](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nars_Glinley)\ **Replies:** 76\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 5:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/survivor-season-51/1033333 "2026-11-07T17:26:37Z")
A new season starts tonight. First impression: Looks like younger players compared to other seasons. I’m also glad that they are all first timers. --- ## [Soooo... Wicker (Film)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/soooo-wicker-film/1032083)
**Author:** [@GreysonCarlisle](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GreysonCarlisle)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2026, 3:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/soooo-wicker-film/1032083 "2026-11-09T03:38:46Z")
Online consensus seems to be either Oh, hell no! or Gotta see that! Featuring Olivia Coleman, Alexander Skarsgard, Elizabeth Debicki, Marli Siu, Nabhaan Rizwan, Richard E. Grant, and Peter Dinklage. Looks like it’ll be … --- ## [Are there any good conservative commentators?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-any-good-conservative-commentators/1031949)
**Author:** [@Colesy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Colesy)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2026, 11:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-any-good-conservative-commentators/1031949 "2026-07-28T23:00:53Z")
It may sound like a strange and short sighted question, but just humour me. I am concretely situated on the left for a vast majority of issues, however i do hold the perspective that debate and the exchange of ideas is … --- ## [Those crazy birds: what triggers the "dawn chorus"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/those-crazy-birds-what-triggers-the-dawn-chorus/1030762)
**Author:** [@wolfpup](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wolfpup)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2026, 2:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/those-crazy-birds-what-triggers-the-dawn-chorus/1030762 "2026-06-27T14:54:30Z")
As a sleepless nighthawk and denizen of the early hours, I’ve been fascinated by the cacophony of bird singing in the early hours, long before sunrise. I now have actual numbers – the little beasts burst into song at 3:… --- ## [What are some cities that are named for a concept, like Hope (Arkansas USA)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-some-cities-that-are-named-for-a-concept-like-hope-arkansas-usa/1027904)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2026, 9:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-some-cities-that-are-named-for-a-concept-like-hope-arkansas-usa/1027904 "2026-03-05T21:14:53Z")
Besides Hope, a few that come to mind are: Defiance, Ohio Independence, Missouri (and also Kansas) Liberty, Missouri (and other states). Anchorage, Alaska Republic, Missouri Adjacent is Noel, Missouri, which (perha… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/top.md?page=31&per_page=50) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/top.md?page=33&per_page=50)