# Top **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/top.md?page=535&period=all&state=muted [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 536 --- ## [I ban universe-threatening/saving McGuffins--what plot devices do \*you\* want to ban? OPEN SPOILERS](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-ban-universe-threatening-saving-mcguffins-what-plot-devices-do-you-want-to-ban-open-spoilers/694895)
**Author:** [@Aeschines](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aeschines)\ **Replies:** 86\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2014, 9:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-ban-universe-threatening-saving-mcguffins-what-plot-devices-do-you-want-to-ban-open-spoilers/694895 "2014-08-15T21:31:05Z")
I ranted on this is the Guardians of the Galaxy thread (Guardians of the Galaxy \[Spoilers, I imagine\] - Cafe Society - Straight Dope Message Board). I think it bears a more general treatment. Plus, I’d like to hear about… --- ## [Kill the umpire! Or just get rid of them](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kill-the-umpire-or-just-get-rid-of-them/728149)
**Author:** [@koufax](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/koufax)\ **Replies:** 124\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2015, 11:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kill-the-umpire-or-just-get-rid-of-them/728149 "2015-08-23T23:57:48Z")
I am serious. There is no need for them any longer. Cameras can now make all the correct calls. The players themselves know if a pitch (not swung at) is a strike or a ball MOST of the time. If there is any doubt, the ca… --- ## [America's Funniest Home Videos - they are NOT funny!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/americas-funniest-home-videos-they-are-not-funny/519719)
**Author:** [@tarragon918](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tarragon918)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2009, 8:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/americas-funniest-home-videos-they-are-not-funny/519719 "2009-12-03T20:44:35Z")
This show has been on for -twenty- years now - they just did the 20th anniversary show this past Sunday night (it comes on right before Extreme Makeover: Home Edition yeah okay I do like that show LOL). Now I don’t norma… --- ## [I have a problem with "Nothing"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-have-a-problem-with-nothing/586947)
**Author:** [@Jake](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jake)\ **Replies:** 102\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2011, 8:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-have-a-problem-with-nothing/586947 "2011-07-04T20:28:10Z")
Yes the Universe is expanding into “Nothing” Just what the heck is “Nothing”? Is it stable? Does Universe expand from nothing into nothing? I guess won’t ask why, because nobody really knows. So, when I croak, will th… --- ## [The worst farts come from.....](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-worst-farts-come-from/48334)
**Author:** [@Road\_Rash](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Road_Rash)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2016, 6:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-worst-farts-come-from/48334 "2016-03-22T18:11:28Z")
After having the traditional southern new year’s dish of ham and blackeyed peas, I have been a methane machine. Blackeyed peas are tasty; they are good for you; but they create the nastiest farts. In smell and volume of … --- ## [Post your Fetish](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/post-your-fetish/49158)
**Author:** [@Egad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Egad)\ **Replies:** 195\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2004, 4:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/post-your-fetish/49158 "2004-09-12T16:14:18Z")
I did a search and didn’t see this done before: forgive me if I missed something. But anyway, Post your Fetish - no matter how seemingly dull or exciting, banal or bizarre. Post as many as you care to. I’ll start: Wome… --- ## [Ask the Senior Obama Campaign Aide](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ask-the-senior-obama-campaign-aide/613985)
**Author:** [@Elendil\_s\_Heir](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elendil_s_Heir)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2012, 3:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ask-the-senior-obama-campaign-aide/613985 "2012-04-17T03:00:19Z")
OK, I’m not really, but I’m willing to pretend. So… my White House gig was fun, but now it’s good to be back in Chicago, working on the reelect. Romney and Santorum are busily tearing each other down, the economy is imp… --- ## [RIP Mohsen Amir-Aslani](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rip-mohsen-amir-aslani/700411)
**Author:** [@Ibn\_Warraq](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ibn_Warraq)\ **Replies:** 97\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2014, 9:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rip-mohsen-amir-aslani/700411 "2014-10-06T09:13:14Z")
http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/sep/29/iran-executes-man-heresy-mohsen-amir-aslani For attempting to give interpretations contrary to what the mullahs claim is true, if the Guardian is correct, a brave man and a b… --- ## [You are being followed by a cop, what is the best course of action?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-are-being-followed-by-a-cop-what-is-the-best-course-of-action/626789)
**Author:** [@grude](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/grude)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2012, 6:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-are-being-followed-by-a-cop-what-is-the-best-course-of-action/626789 "2012-07-03T18:47:22Z")
Ever been driving on a lonely road or at a quiet time and notice oh hey officer friendly is tailing you, and he continues to do so for MILES! So you are making sure you abide by all motor vehicle regulations and speed li… --- ## [Some members are from 1999?!?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/some-members-are-from-1999/607560)
**Author:** [@SDMBKL](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SDMBKL)\ **Replies:** 96\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2012, 5:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/some-members-are-from-1999/607560 "2012-01-05T05:17:09Z")
Looking at the bottom of every page, the copyright date explicitly says 2000-2011. Yet, some members are from 1999? The Straight Dope is based in the United States; therefore, it is written in English and presumably foll… --- ## [2012 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2012-baseball-hall-of-fame-ballot/607583)
**Author:** [@John\_DiFool](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/John_DiFool)\ **Replies:** 108\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2012, 1:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2012-baseball-hall-of-fame-ballot/607583 "2012-01-12T13:37:04Z")
Vote (on your honor) for no more than 10 candidates. Poll is public. --- ## [Joint Strike fighters still in limbo - Aussies threaten to withdraw - China hones stealth aircraft](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/joint-strike-fighters-still-in-limbo-aussies-threaten-to-withdraw-china-hones-stealth-aircraft/590487)
**Author:** [@Sablicious](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sablicious)\ **Replies:** 110\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2011, 8:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/joint-strike-fighters-still-in-limbo-aussies-threaten-to-withdraw-china-hones-stealth-aircraft/590487 "2011-08-05T20:01:45Z")
Article So are the US good for these planes or has the country’s farcical economic situation, military budget cuts pressure and dysfunctional government rendered this deal another pie-in-the-sky promise, a la the F-22 R… --- ## [A Few Good Men question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-few-good-men-question/683511)
**Author:** [@Dale\_Sams](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dale_Sams)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2014, 6:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-few-good-men-question/683511 "2014-04-29T18:29:25Z")
That’s the prosecution’s entire case?? One doctor who testified that in his expert opinion Santiago had been poisoned? No forensic evidence? No witnesses? No poison found in the body or on the rag stuffed in his mouth?… --- ## [Chemistry experts: Milk of Magnesia on the face.. how does it work on skin?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chemistry-experts-milk-of-magnesia-on-the-face-how-does-it-work-on-skin/650588)
**Author:** [@teddybound](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/teddybound)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2013, 12:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chemistry-experts-milk-of-magnesia-on-the-face-how-does-it-work-on-skin/650588 "2013-02-25T00:33:03Z")
I’m a guy and I have a super oily face. Recently, one of my girl friends recommended me some Milk of Magnesia on the face and I’m surprised it worked! My face stays matt longer and the oil volume has gone down tremendo… --- ## ["People's Capitalism": Is this a good idea?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/peoples-capitalism-is-this-a-good-idea/561368)
**Author:** [@Blalron](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Blalron)\ **Replies:** 117\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2010, 10:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/peoples-capitalism-is-this-a-good-idea/561368 "2010-11-30T10:31:22Z")
In the past I’ve advocated for a Basic Income Guarantee: Every citizen is periodically given a sum of money by the government, and this income is guaranteed to all regardless of income or willingness to work. An example … --- ## [The old logo was better](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-old-logo-was-better/596945)
**Author:** [@Acsenray](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Acsenray)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2011, 5:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-old-logo-was-better/596945 "2011-09-21T17:45:11Z")
After the SBC-AT&T merger, SBC became the “new AT&T.” They got a new AT&T logo, which was conceptually similar to the old one – a globe made up of lines plus “AT&T,” but the new globe was uglier than the old globe and … --- ## [Why is my brother such a miserable bastard?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-my-brother-such-a-miserable-bastard/540290)
**Author:** [@Ryan\_Liam](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ryan_Liam)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2010, 6:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-my-brother-such-a-miserable-bastard/540290 "2010-05-24T18:36:28Z")
A serious question, Ok so I understand maybe me being unemployed for the last 4 months maybe does contribute to his being pissed at me, and I can understand that, however, before my recent unemployment he’s always been … --- ## [The Big Bang Theory, March 13, 2014 -- "The Mommy Observation"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-big-bang-theory-march-13-2014-the-mommy-observation/683607)
**Author:** [@gytalf2000](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gytalf2000)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2014, 1:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-big-bang-theory-march-13-2014-the-mommy-observation/683607 "2014-03-18T13:38:27Z")
I’m starting this thread in anticipation of tonight’s episode. --- ## [Movies where you admire the bad guys' courage](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/movies-where-you-admire-the-bad-guys-courage/690086)
**Author:** [@HubZilla](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HubZilla)\ **Replies:** 95\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2014, 6:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/movies-where-you-admire-the-bad-guys-courage/690086 "2014-06-20T06:47:59Z")
I’m not really referring to films where you admire the protagonist because they are so charismatic and/or popular, like Hans Gruber or the Joker. But movies where you’re watching for the star, and unexpectedly start thin… --- ## [Why do running backs run directly into the pile?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-running-backs-run-directly-into-the-pile/555297)
**Author:** [@Cubsfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cubsfan)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 11:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-running-backs-run-directly-into-the-pile/555297 "2010-10-05T23:53:34Z")
I’m a football fan but not a huge football strategist and Ive always wondered something. Why does the running back still run directly into the pile when he’s sent up the middle when he has clearly had enough time to see … --- ## [What Urban Myths seem to hold on for years or decades even when disproven](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-urban-myths-seem-to-hold-on-for-years-or-decades-even-when-disproven/1030852)
**Author:** [@Cartooniverse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cartooniverse)\ **Replies:** 457\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 12:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-urban-myths-seem-to-hold-on-for-years-or-decades-even-when-disproven/1030852 "2026-07-19T12:50:18Z")
I’m mindful of the Kitty Genovese murder and the subsequent social reaction known as the bystander effect. As the decades progressed, this situation got turned upside down. 38 people did not in fact witness the murder. … --- ## [Why are so many Christians vehemently opposed to Science?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-so-many-christians-vehemently-opposed-to-science/486344)
**Author:** [@Spin\_Master](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spin_Master)\ **Replies:** 166\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2009, 5:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-so-many-christians-vehemently-opposed-to-science/486344 "2009-02-25T05:12:30Z")
I live in Alabama and I noticed that I’m able to talk about almost every major school subject with ease and comfort. History, English, Math–no problem whatsoever. But when I start to touch the surface of Science, people … --- ## [2-hour parking 8am to 6PM. When do I have to get up in the morning to move the car?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2-hour-parking-8am-to-6pm-when-do-i-have-to-get-up-in-the-morning-to-move-the-car/148295)
**Author:** [@Spectre\_of\_Pithecanthropus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spectre_of_Pithecanthropus)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2003, 6:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2-hour-parking-8am-to-6pm-when-do-i-have-to-get-up-in-the-morning-to-move-the-car/148295 "2003-01-13T18:59:43Z")
If I park my car overnight at a location posted “2 hour parking 8am to 6pm”, can I get a parking ticket at 8:01am, because I’ve obviously been there more than 2 hours? Or am I safe until 10am? --- ## [Pitting Muslims](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pitting-muslims/714111)
**Author:** [@racepug](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/racepug)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 8:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pitting-muslims/714111 "2015-03-18T20:28:20Z")
Not for the extremist factions like ISIS or Boko Haram. Or for the way they apparently detest Jews. Or for what they did on “9-1-1.” Nope. Not for any of that. But for the way they view DOGS. Dogs - the best companions p… --- ## [Older style stereo speakers -- do they sound better?i](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/older-style-stereo-speakers-do-they-sound-better-i/659888)
**Author:** [@ombre12](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ombre12)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2013, 6:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/older-style-stereo-speakers-do-they-sound-better-i/659888 "2013-06-07T18:54:21Z")
I own a bunch of 20 to 30 year old speakers–unfortunately most are blown now and having a hard time finding replacement speakers. Used to be able to buy them (100 watters) at Radio Shack (exact replacement) for maybe $3… --- ## [2015 challenge: give a hated music genre a chance](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2015-challenge-give-a-hated-music-genre-a-chance/709338)
**Author:** [@wonky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wonky)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2015, 7:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2015-challenge-give-a-hated-music-genre-a-chance/709338 "2015-02-07T19:43:56Z")
The challenge: Think of a genre of music you hate. Decide you are going to make a sincere effort to learn what others see in this genre. To do that, you might listen to it generally, might seek out what people consider… --- ## [Roberts? You've Been Served](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/roberts-youve-been-served/481124)
**Author:** [@Bricker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bricker)\ **Replies:** 166\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2009, 7:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/roberts-youve-been-served/481124 "2009-01-19T19:25:25Z")
The Chief Justice of the United States opened the door of his home to a process server this week, accepting a summons relating to a case filed by Micheal Newdow. Newdow is seeking to enjoin Roberts in his personal capaci… --- ## [Nuclear Power News and Debates](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nuclear-power-news-and-debates/979176)
**Author:** [@Sam\_Stone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sam_Stone)\ **Replies:** 185\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2024, 9:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nuclear-power-news-and-debates/979176 "2024-10-10T21:49:05Z")
I don’t think there’s a thread covering the newest issues and news about nuclear power, but there are some developments worth tracking and talking about, so I’m starting a new thread to capture new news regarding nucle… --- ## [Is keeping a hotel 'souvenir' towel, robe or other OK?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-keeping-a-hotel-souvenir-towel-robe-or-other-ok/705948)
**Author:** [@Isamu](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Isamu)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2014, 8:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-keeping-a-hotel-souvenir-towel-robe-or-other-ok/705948 "2014-12-13T20:33:12Z")
Hi Dopers. I don’t have much knowledge about this but I seem to recall that it was a semi-common practice to keep a robe or a towel or something when people stayed at a nice hotel. Not exactly legal but hotels turned a … --- ## [Furnace Filters: Flat vs. Pleated - which is better?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/furnace-filters-flat-vs-pleated-which-is-better/344130)
**Author:** [@Kalhoun](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kalhoun)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2015, 1:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/furnace-filters-flat-vs-pleated-which-is-better/344130 "2015-07-21T13:11:11Z")
Twice in recent months we’ve been told by furnace experts that a flat filter is better than a pleated one. How can that be? Pleated offers more surface area with which to filter the air through. We’ve never been told why… --- ## [Will a charging horse really not step on a person?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-a-charging-horse-really-not-step-on-a-person/348704)
**Author:** [@appleciders](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/appleciders)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2006, 4:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-a-charging-horse-really-not-step-on-a-person/348704 "2006-03-19T04:33:38Z")
It seems to be a staple of books, movies, and other dubious sources that the best thing to do when charged by a herd of horses or cavalry is to lie flat on the ground; that a horse won’t step on a person for fear of brea… --- ## [The handicap stall argument-clear and concise](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-handicap-stall-argument-clear-and-concise/586809)
**Author:** [@Ambivalid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ambivalid)\ **Replies:** 138\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2011, 1:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-handicap-stall-argument-clear-and-concise/586809 "2011-07-02T01:23:59Z")
ALL i’m saying is that it should be considered a toilet of “last-resort” for the able-bodied, or non-disabled. If all other, perfectly usable options are not available, by all means, any and everybody has the right to u… --- ## [Pete Buttigieg drops out of the Democratic primary race](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pete-buttigieg-drops-out-of-the-democratic-primary-race/848761)
**Author:** [@ISiddiqui](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ISiddiqui)\ **Replies:** 159\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2020, 3:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pete-buttigieg-drops-out-of-the-democratic-primary-race/848761 "2020-03-06T15:06:09Z")
Pretty shocking he did it now and didn’t wait until Super Tuesday. Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk --- ## [Websites you associate with the early internet](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/websites-you-associate-with-the-early-internet/710459)
**Author:** [@installLSC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/installLSC)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2015, 2:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/websites-you-associate-with-the-early-internet/710459 "2015-02-06T02:04:29Z")
What websites pop into your mind when you think about the early days of the web, or maybe just the first websites you visited regularly. I always think of two websites from the mid-90s: Mirsky’s Worst of the Web, a col… --- ## [Did you know that Firefly is awesome?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-you-know-that-firefly-is-awesome/523324)
**Author:** [@Drum\_God](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Drum_God)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2010, 11:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-you-know-that-firefly-is-awesome/523324 "2010-01-06T23:26:20Z")
Seriously. I"m talking about Joss Whedon’s Firefly series. I mentioned to a friend that I liked Dollhouse, so he loaned me his Firefly DVDs. My son and I have watched the first two discs and will be working through th… --- ## [You think its ok to use milk thats getting a little old.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-think-its-ok-to-use-milk-thats-getting-a-little-old/616319)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2012, 7:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-think-its-ok-to-use-milk-thats-getting-a-little-old/616319 "2012-03-22T19:10:39Z")
It’s always a battle to keep fresh milk in the fridge. A lot of times it starts going bad even before the expiration date. It all depends on where you buy it and how its been handled. Milk in open shelving is more likely… --- ## [Obama is choosing his enemies (Obama v. Limbaugh.)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/obama-is-choosing-his-enemies-obama-v-limbaugh/488235)
**Author:** [@Lakai](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lakai)\ **Replies:** 140\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 5:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/obama-is-choosing-his-enemies-obama-v-limbaugh/488235 "2009-03-10T05:51:13Z")
Obama’s political skills just continue to impress. The GOP under Bush has done this for years. They not only chose their side of the argument, but also who they were arguing against. Like an episode of Hannity and Colme… --- ## [Why is "My Favorite Things" considered X-mas music?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-my-favorite-things-considered-x-mas-music/606369)
**Author:** [@Don\_Draper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Don_Draper)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2011, 6:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-my-favorite-things-considered-x-mas-music/606369 "2011-12-18T18:33:21Z")
It gets played every year like a regular X-mas carol. Cast members of “Glee” performed the song during their “Christmas special” (among many, many renditions from many other X-mas specials.) But there’s nothing especia… --- ## [Doper ladies - how do you keep your bikini line maintained without ingrown hairs?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-ladies-how-do-you-keep-your-bikini-line-maintained-without-ingrown-hairs/579944)
**Author:** [@Zsofia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zsofia)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2011, 4:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-ladies-how-do-you-keep-your-bikini-line-maintained-without-ingrown-hairs/579944 "2011-04-29T16:39:50Z")
And do not say waxing. (Well, you can say it, but I ain’t doing it.) I haven’t really worn a bathing suit on a regular basis since I was a kid, but now I’m doing the swimming thing and this is a huge pain in the ass! … --- ## [Why did Sarah Palin resign as Alaska's governor?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-sarah-palin-resign-as-alaskas-governor/549736)
**Author:** [@Recliner](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Recliner)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2010, 4:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-sarah-palin-resign-as-alaskas-governor/549736 "2010-08-12T16:45:05Z")
I realize this is potentially divisive. But, really, why? I’m not a foaming-at-the-mouth Palin-Hater. Seriously. The line I’ve gotten, repeatedly, has been that she resigned because “she was going to be facing a lot … --- ## [Do men like to kiss women who wear lipstick?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-men-like-to-kiss-women-who-wear-lipstick/273274)
**Author:** [@Lillith\_Fair](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lillith_Fair)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2004, 12:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-men-like-to-kiss-women-who-wear-lipstick/273274 "2004-11-09T00:39:30Z")
Just wondering. Because I think I might look better with lipstick on, but I just find it to be a pain to keep putting it on all day long. And it seems like men wouldn’t like kissing it anyway. Do women wear lipstick t… --- ## [Why do gas prices fluctuate, but not Wii Prices?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-gas-prices-fluctuate-but-not-wii-prices/467742)
**Author:** [@erislover](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/erislover)\ **Replies:** 96\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2008, 9:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-gas-prices-fluctuate-but-not-wii-prices/467742 "2008-10-15T21:22:27Z")
This is more general than the subject might lead you to believe. Gas prices fluctuate daily, based on a number of factors including, some say, dart boards and tea leaves. In any case, let’s say there’s supply and demand… --- ## [Santa hates us all: December mini-rants](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/santa-hates-us-all-december-mini-rants/955330)
**Author:** [@wolfpup](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wolfpup)\ **Replies:** 343\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2022, 2:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/santa-hates-us-all-december-mini-rants/955330 "2022-01-05T02:42:47Z")
Why have none of you clever title-makers started a December mini-rant, huh? I have rants, and they need to be heard! My rants so far today: I had to drive someone to the airport this morning, and as I was getting into… --- ## [White vs black pepper: what's the difference?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/white-vs-black-pepper-whats-the-difference/576127)
**Author:** [@norinew](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/norinew)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2011, 8:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/white-vs-black-pepper-whats-the-difference/576127 "2011-03-28T20:22:11Z")
I’ve never in my life bought white pepper, but from time to time, it will turn up in a recipe I’m perusing, or I’ll see it used in a cooking show. Sometimes, it’s pretty obvious that white pepper is used for aesthetic p… --- ## [How Many squares in this picture?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-squares-in-this-picture/629791)
**Author:** [@antonio107](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/antonio107)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2012, 9:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-squares-in-this-picture/629791 "2012-08-01T21:36:08Z")
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/561316\_426674924050051\_1011149864\_n.jpg?dl=1 How many squares do you see in this picture? It’s been making the rounds on my Facebook friends list. The comments page below a… --- ## [Longest running engine](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/longest-running-engine/418578)
**Author:** [@Enola\_Straight](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enola_Straight)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2014, 7:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/longest-running-engine/418578 "2014-12-19T19:24:48Z")
Inspired by this thread: What is the longest time an engine has run continuously, without turning it off for routine maintainence or repair or refueling? I’d like to restrict this answer to internal combustion or stea… --- ## [Which entertainer's legacy would have benefited most from an early death?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-entertainers-legacy-would-have-benefited-most-from-an-early-death/646601)
**Author:** [@drastic\_quench](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/drastic_quench)\ **Replies:** 103\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 10:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-entertainers-legacy-would-have-benefited-most-from-an-early-death/646601 "2015-08-30T22:58:15Z")
Say they’re tragically cut down at what we know (in hindsight) to be their peak, but to fans in an alternate timeline it would appear that they had decades of top notch material left. Young Elvis, before he made too man… --- ## [If Gingrich & Obama go head to head what is Obama's best strategy?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-gingrich-obama-go-head-to-head-what-is-obamas-best-strategy/605054)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 86\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2011, 6:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-gingrich-obama-go-head-to-head-what-is-obamas-best-strategy/605054 "2011-12-13T06:48:03Z")
It looks like this has a possibility of happening. If Gingrich is the candidate what’s the game plan for Obama? --- ## [Child over-reaction to getting hurt](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/child-over-reaction-to-getting-hurt/594699)
**Author:** [@obbn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/obbn)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2011, 2:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/child-over-reaction-to-getting-hurt/594699 "2011-09-03T02:08:41Z")
Hello Everyone, Thought I would turn to the SD boards again for a bit of advice. My 8 year old step-son is a good kid, however he has one trait that I am trying to get under control and thought I would get some opinions… --- ## [Suck it out oil change?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suck-it-out-oil-change/580291)
**Author:** [@mangeorge](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mangeorge)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2011, 2:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suck-it-out-oil-change/580291 "2011-05-02T02:13:54Z")
I’ve been told that pretty much all dealers (and other oil changers) suck the old oil out of the pan instead of draining it. The ability to do this is nothing new, but it was generally thought to an inferior method. I wo… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/top.md?page=534&per_page=50&period=all&state=muted) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/top.md?page=536&per_page=50&period=all&state=muted)