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November 30
What percentage of film school graduates move into the film industry? What about UCLA film school graduates?
posted by FearAndLoathingInLJ at 11:42 PM PST - 6 comments
I have an audio signal containing very simple amplitude shift keyed data . Is there any cross-platform software I can use to extract the data? Or pointers to an explanation I could use to write my own?
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posted by hades at 11:23 PM PST - 6 comments 
I currently have iTunes 6, and am reluctant to change to 7.0.2 based on all the horror stories I've read/heard. The problem is, I'd like to buy the new shuffle, but it lists system requirements as '7.0.2 or later.' Is this fact or crap? Can I use the new shuffle while remaining on version 6? I'm rather dim when it comes to stuff like this, so any insight is appreciated.
posted by spinturtle at 8:56 PM PST - 24 comments
Should I retake the LSAT on Saturday? I took the LSAT in September, and got a respectable score: 166. However, I scored much higher on practice tests (averaged 173). I know it's common to score lower on the actual test, given the real testing environment and conditions, but...
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posted by Doug at 8:22 PM PST - 31 comments
Where can I find statistics on search behaviors of internet users? For example, how many searches are done each day on average? how many searches are done each day? what percentage of users searches on Google? how often does a search converts to a sale? etc.
posted by herbiehancock00 at 6:59 PM PST - 3 comments
I'm using a friend's Mac, and I need to use Office, but he is Dutch and all his Office 2004 menus are in Dutch. How do I switch to English? m.i.
posted by PenguinBukkake at 6:43 PM PST - 10 comments
Where can I buy a portable solar light that would be bright enough to light a room for a few hours?
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posted by birchhook at 6:37 PM PST - 7 comments
Hello PC enthusiasts, help me build a decent machine. I've posted this type of question before, but this time I really, really will buy or build something. Between my five year-old budget box and my five year-old Dell Inspiron 4000, I'm seriously underpowered in the PC arena. My budget is $500, max. My needs probably fit within this category. When I try to do this on my own I end up convinced I need a box that costs $12,000 and will be obsolete in a month. On the plus side, the only game I play is Tetris. Well, Tetris and old infocom games. Details and
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posted by Grod at 6:30 PM PST - 26 comments
I wanted to buy (at some point) a really, really expensive bottle of liquor or wine (no Champagne). The idea was to hold on to it for a very long time until one day something so important happens in my life that I deem it worthy to drink the alcohol in celebration. Any suggestions on what to get?
posted by Falconetti at 5:57 PM PST - 44 comments
I have to buy a unisex gift for a staff Christmas party with a budget of $5. Any suggestions? I’ve never had such a low budget to work with, and am coming up blank. FWIW I’m in Canada.
posted by cleo at 5:56 PM PST - 21 comments
AnimationFilter: Yet another help me find a book/movie/what ever, sorry.
The main premise was a guy in a prison who made shadow puppets with his hands to help "escape" his surroundings. The authorities make him stop by cutting his hands off. It has made me sad ever since. I would love to find a copy. of course..
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posted by ShawnString at 5:49 PM PST - 6 comments
I went to Carmax and consistenly saw cars priced under their Blue Book value. What is the catch?
posted by EasyLover at 3:40 PM PST - 14 comments
Looking for the web site that allows a group of people to submit dates they're available, and then the web site will pick that date that is convenient to everyone.
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posted by micawber at 3:36 PM PST - 7 comments
A very small student group needs to raise $50 in a week. Finals are soon, so nobody has any free time. We need ideas.
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posted by hydrophonic at 3:36 PM PST - 32 comments
Windows 2000 just decided that I'm a new user for some reason. Exciting. How can I revert back to my old account?
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posted by selfnoise at 3:30 PM PST - 6 comments
At a younger age I vaugely remember watching an animated movie which greatly disturbed me for years as I didn´t understand it, and could not understand what was being portrayed other than the film appeared to be EVIL. (Note: I don´t remember very much of the film visually but I do remember alot emotionally, as such I am really groping trying to piece together what I saw as opposed to what might have been imagined.)
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posted by zona_sul at 3:16 PM PST - 15 comments
What causes my terrible ear and headaches when I am out in the cold for more than 20 minutes?
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posted by nyu2 at 3:10 PM PST - 9 comments
The old futon has finally given up the ghost, and I find myself in the market for a new bed and mattress. Latex mattresses intrigue me. For those of you who own or have slept on them, what do you think? I hate being warm and could never use memory-foam as a result.
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posted by piro at 2:48 PM PST - 9 comments
Any recommendations for a mouse that can be used by a left handed person (primarily) without freaking out a right handed person?
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posted by suki at 2:04 PM PST - 12 comments
[New-Classical-Music Filter] What are your favorite pieces from the last few decades (or have you written anything) for solo trumpet, trombone, bass tbn, or tuba? Seeking scores and/or recordings to study (online availability would be a huge plus). Small-chamber works, other than brass quintet, would be great too. Asking because I haven't written for brass insts. except in orchestra/large-ensemble contexts, and I want to explore solo/chamber writing for them. Yes, I'll also get what I can from newmusicjukebox. Thanks!
posted by allterrainbrain at 1:50 PM PST - 6 comments
[XML/XSLTFilter] 10.4.8 and Safari let me search an XML database, but they can't seem to display the results properly (they're just a jumbled mess). IE6 and IE7 on XP Pro have no problems handling the same search and the results are displayed in a nice table. I was able to look at some of the code and it looks like something with XML data islands and XSLT stylesheets may have something to do with OS X's problem rendering the results.
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posted by hummercash at 1:09 PM PST - 4 comments
In the continuum of visible-light colors that makes a rainbow, we have red, orange, ... blue, indigo, and violet. But aestheticists tend to join the two ends together to make a "color wheel". They use this to predict pairs, trios, or quads of colors that are symmetrically placed in the wheel and therefore look nice or bad together. But, why does the continuum map to a circle at all?
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posted by cmiller at 1:04 PM PST - 21 comments
where can I find this fairytale? I read it as a kid, it features two girls and a goat, but not like that.
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posted by henryis at 1:01 PM PST - 3 comments
I'm finishing up the Couch-to-5K Plan. What's the best way to keep building my speed and endurance on a treadmill?
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posted by nickmark at 12:44 PM PST - 7 comments
[PostingForGirlfriendFilter] What to do about my girlfriend's mother's excessive gift-giving?
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posted by SBMike at 12:35 PM PST - 35 comments
Instead of powering a device with 2 AA batteries, I'm interested in creating something that would allow it to draw power via USB. Is this possible?
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posted by Diskeater at 12:27 PM PST - 17 comments
Can anyone name this "Soviet" looking font? Or point me to some other Eastern European fonts in the same vein (preferably free)?
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posted by sharksandwich at 12:09 PM PST - 6 comments
Trying to find specific soft-drink ads played at movie theaters. They were spoofs on MTV hip-hop culture.
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posted by melt away at 11:47 AM PST - 8 comments
[Social Research Magic Bullet Filter] I need a portable "toolkit" consisting of social variables that allow for measure and analysis of poverty in a given area. It must be portable to allow for comparable analyses between place A & place B. Confused by my request? Then please read the
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posted by deejay jaydee at 11:20 AM PST - 17 comments
[FranceFilter] I'm an early 20s Canadian doing a 4-month internship near Lyon, France in January. I have a few nagging questions before I leave.
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posted by KevCed at 11:00 AM PST - 16 comments
Advice on restaurants in Limerick, Ireland that will be open on Christmas Day? Bonus points for restaurants with a fireplace. Alternately, recommendations on reasonably priced restaurants in Dublin with fireplaces for the last few days in December?
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posted by Caz721 at 10:58 AM PST - 9 comments
So I just bought a can of Coke from a machine, and it came out hot so how long will it take to chill it in the freezer?
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posted by zeoslap at 10:46 AM PST - 24 comments
How can I view the contents of a website or link to individual pages without using frames? I HATE frames!!!
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posted by spacewaitress at 10:44 AM PST - 5 comments
We would like to hear from you if you spent Christmas in Spain in the past. Are there things to do during Christmas Day? Is everything closed?
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posted by slimeline at 10:40 AM PST - 4 comments
I've noticed a significant amount of bigotry emerging in my thinking. To be more specific, I find myself being irritated by people from a certain group and I find myself blaming their irritating-ness on their ethnicity. (Which ethnicity? I'd rather not say and I don't think it matters.) Any suggestions on how to nip this in the bud? Books?
Healing your Inner Bigot? For the record, I don't think my perception is accurate. The thoughts persist though and are emerging more often to my dismay.
posted by Aghast. at 10:39 AM PST - 32 comments
Please help me find a picture of any Danish medical practitioner taken sometime between 1865 and 1875.
This is kind of a long shot, I know.
posted by sveskemus at 10:28 AM PST - 3 comments
I'm considering purchase of a Chefs Choice meat slicer #645 or #662 for home use. Can anyone give comments about either of these models?
posted by jorlando at 10:10 AM PST - 2 comments
I've always been interested in early hominids, specifically Neandertals. I'm currently working in a research institution with access to PubMed and a huge array of scientific journals -- a perfect opportunity to get my caveman-learnin' on! Can anyone recommend some good scientific articles about Neandertals? Is there a paleoanthropologist in the house?
posted by Greg Nog at 9:57 AM PST - 8 comments
I read a short story a few years ago and would really like to find it again. A boy doesn't understand the complexities of the world -- such as how cars work. Suddenly, cars stop working.
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posted by Terminal Verbosity at 9:54 AM PST - 2 comments
My brother and I are planning to visit Amsterdam around the 12th to 14th perhaps, and have been trying to track down things to do (gigs mostly) while there on the interwebs, but so far haven't found much.
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posted by opsin at 9:06 AM PST - 4 comments
Are there standard link type icons for the web? Such as the icon indicating that link goes to an external web site?
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posted by juiceCake at 8:55 AM PST - 9 comments
LegalFilter: A laptop was sent for repair under warranty to Gateway. According to one of their customer service policies, if the repair isn't returned to you within 14 days they'll send you a new one. This time period passed and a new laptop was shipped out. A few days later, the old laptop (now fully repaired) was shipped in error. If a person is now in possession of both laptops because of an error in the vendor's shipping, does the vendor have legal ground to demand one of them back? This is in the US.
posted by saraswati at 8:52 AM PST - 17 comments
What do i do about bad sex? And confusion about my sexuality? This is really scary for me. And, frankly, getting pretty boring.
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posted by anonymous at 8:36 AM PST - 27 comments
When do you know that it's time to move on to a new stage in life vis-a-vis settling down with one person and starting a family?
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posted by anonymous at 8:33 AM PST - 12 comments
Has anyone here accepted an offer to (or currently) write for a blog on the Weblogs Inc. network? I have some questions inside if so.
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posted by anonymous at 8:33 AM PST - 2 comments
Leaving in one week for Mexico. Any travel tips or things that we must see or do? Going to Merida, Valladolid, Chichen Itza, Playa del Carmen and Isla Mujeres.
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posted by kdern at 8:26 AM PST - 14 comments
How do I get a Background image (watermark) in MS Word 2003 to actually print as B&W (not GREEN)?
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posted by criticman at 7:48 AM PST - 5 comments
My partner loves going down on me. She loves kissing me once or twice, briefly sucking me like a lollipop, and is uneasy about doing anything more, which ends up being frustrating for both of us.
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posted by anonymous at 7:10 AM PST - 34 comments
Is there a place (online or real-world) to buy unbleached (brown) paper coffee cups, say 100-500 of them? No logos or design on them, just straight unbleached paper cups, 16-24oz.
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posted by neustile at 7:09 AM PST - 8 comments
I need help choosing my tv. This is my second really expensive purchase, and I know a lot less about TVs than I do computers.
Help me decide between 2 models of different brands, or suggest better!
Also where to buy from recommendations!
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posted by PetiePal at 7:08 AM PST - 17 comments
Stinky balls. No, not that sort. I purchased a wine decanter that comes with a stand for drying. Unfortunately, the stand has a rubber ball on the end (to prevent scratching, I'd assume), and has a very, very pungent rubber odour. Is there some way of getting rid of that smell?
posted by dirtynumbangelboy at 6:34 AM PST - 6 comments
I have a customer that is using a document imaging system that has a web search capability. They are having issues opening the images...of course there's
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posted by keep it tight at 6:20 AM PST - 3 comments
What sort of gear would you recommend for someone who wants to try living out in the open air for 6-12 months?
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posted by longbaugh at 5:00 AM PST - 20 comments
can anyone recommend (or even just point out) a portable mp3 player (or multimedia player) that features an upgradeable 2.5" hard drive?
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posted by Silky Slim at 4:31 AM PST - 7 comments
Is it possible to write a program that uses only physical RAM, and not the swap/pagefile in Windows?
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posted by torpark at 4:26 AM PST - 5 comments
Where can I find instructions on how to make a sculpture by folding the pages of a book over...
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posted by BoscosMom at 3:13 AM PST - 7 comments
I always orient my head, almost entirely subconsciously, with the orientation of any face, if it's the primary focus of the media I'm observing. Anyone else?
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posted by disillusioned at 2:56 AM PST - 5 comments
November 29
Comic Strip Filter: The strip featured someone being visited by a genie and offered three wishes. He wishes for a hamster wheel. In the last frame he is running in his wheel and the genie asks what he would like for his other two wishes and the guy says, "Who needs more wishes?"
Did anyone see it? Can anyone point me where to find it? I would be most grateful.
posted by roryks at 11:51 PM PST - 6 comments
My computer problems are resisting every corrective measure. Tomorrow, I shall nuke the bastard from orbit, reinstall XP, and start over fresh.
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posted by EatTheWeak at 11:07 PM PST - 29 comments
I have a pair of stereo speakers that I want to use with my computer. My old receiver broke, so unless there's some way to hook stereo speakers directly up to a computer, I'll need a new one.
I want to find an inexpensive receiver that can turn on automatically when it gets a signal. I don't want to have to walk over and turn it on every time I want to play an MP3 or have to remember to turn it off. (I think my old one broke because I'd just leave it on all the time.) The only other thing I'd use it for is playing DVD audio, so it should work with that as well.
What's the best receiver to use for computer audio that will detect a signal and turn on by itself? Or should I just lose the stereo speakers and get a pair of computer speakers?
posted by lsemel at 8:47 PM PST - 9 comments
Is there a word or phrase that describes people's ready acceptance of increasingly odd and demanding airport security procedures?
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posted by AgentRocket at 8:37 PM PST - 44 comments
PHP Filter: I am going to start a website for a church youth group, and I had a couple of ideas i wanted to try out. Theres
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posted by veol at 8:00 PM PST - 1 comments
How do I invest $40,000 for one year for a non-profit corporation? The non-profit art space that I started recently recieved a couple grants amounting to about $40,000. Yay! We will spend all the money gradually over the course of this year. Initially I thought I could open an account with ING Direct or Emigrant Direct, but they do not offer accounts to corporations, only personal accounts. Our bank's interest rate is terrible and I'm sure we can do better. Does anyone have any advice for short term, near zero risk investing?
posted by puppy kuddles at 7:29 PM PST - 13 comments
Keep your eyes on the prize.
Never give up.
Fight until the end. This is the kind of positive message I'm looking for in music and in movies, and I'm asking for recommendations from the hivemind
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posted by dropkick at 6:34 PM PST - 50 comments
Is there work in NYC for someone who is excellent at programming Dataton Watchout? If so, where?
posted by idledebonair at 6:17 PM PST - 2 comments
Any advice -- from experience please -- for breaking a friend's cycle of depression, hospitalization, and attempted suicide?
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posted by nímwunnan at 5:55 PM PST - 8 comments
Seriously, what's the deal with Lyndon Larouche? I've never paid any attention to the guy, then last night, my wife gets handed a whole bundle of very slickly-produced lit from one of his flunkies. I gather that he's some sort of fringe-wing nut job, but I really have no history. Casting about on Google is one idea, but asking here was another. Who has good links to level-headed reality-based bios on this fellow?
posted by Devils Rancher at 5:46 PM PST - 21 comments
Why is nearly every hotel on the peninsula between San Francisco and San Jose fully booked for December 6 and ONLY December 6?
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posted by aaronh at 5:45 PM PST - 13 comments
I just bought a Nespresso C100 expresso machine. I don't know much about espresso machines but find that the coffee tastes great and the machine, which uses pods, doesn't make a mess in my kitchen.
I would like to know what people who know a lot about making espresso and love espresso think generally of the Nespresso system. In the few days I've had the machine it has produced reliable espresso with a beautiful crema and excellent taste.
posted by dclawyer at 5:45 PM PST - 10 comments
Windows game recommendations for myself? I know there are lots of game review sites out there, but tons of games go into their meat grinder and they go on the assumption that you already know what you want. Is there a poll or "favorites" list that I can use as a springboard for finding popular games? I tried Googling this and keep finding nothing but 1994-era lists.
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posted by chef_boyardee at 5:14 PM PST - 14 comments
It's time, once again, for a menu idea for an annual potluck at my house. Past successes have included veggie lasagne, rice noodles w/ peanut sauce, chicken/spinach curry, potroast, chicken wings, potatoes au gratin, corn pudding.
Health conscious, veggie friendly, no red meat (the potroast was popular, but I made a nonmeat alternative, and that's a lot of extra work). Preferably not incredibly untidy to eat, as it's buffet and laps. No Canned "Cream of" Soups. Money is not unlimited, so no lobster or caviar. I like to cook, but nothing terribly complicated. @ 15 people.
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posted by theora55 at 5:06 PM PST - 7 comments
FaucetFilter: I'm in a rental apartment, and my heavy cooking and homebrewing proclivities have me pining for a better kitchen faucet. Do you have any advice for finding, installing (and then when I move out), uninstalling a higher-end sink faucet?
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posted by garfy3 at 4:24 PM PST - 9 comments
I'm planning to buy a Treo 700p but I don't know if I should wait. Will prices drop significantly after xmas? Will a newer/better model come out in the next few months?
posted by oqrothsc at 4:23 PM PST - 4 comments
Camera as a gift for a 13-year old girl; it's going to be used in a photo class. Which is the more likely camera for a high school photo class: digital or film? Charity gift with no chance for more information from recipient. (more inside)
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posted by JDC8 at 3:47 PM PST - 28 comments
I'm looking for easy-to-manage community forum software. I run a site hosted at Dreamhost, and would like to add a message board for community discussion. I'm not averse to using phpbb (which Dreamhost can auto-install) if it can be made administrator-friendly. (I find the current admin panel a frustrating pile of crap.) In particular, I don't want to have to mess with
spam user registrations. Ideally users could register and use the site with ease, while spammers would be blocked with minimal intervention on my part. (Kind of how WordPress/Akismet deals with spam comments.) I rather like the
Joel on Software discussion group layout — clean, simple, yet effective. Willing to pay, if needed.
posted by jdroth at 3:36 PM PST - 12 comments
In terms of contracts and legal/business preparations, how should I proceed with the forthcoming sale of software that I've written to a client (this is my first time selling my own software/services as an independent contractor).
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posted by davidvan at 3:15 PM PST - 4 comments
I'm writing a book. What's the difference between a prologue, a foreword, an introduction, and a preface?
posted by soulbarn at 2:32 PM PST - 13 comments
Which movies have the most interesting moments of specific, sudden dramatic turnarounds/"surprises"? (PLEASE, TITLES/RECOMMENDATIONS ONLY -- please keep this thread spoiler-free, thanks!) I'm interested in watching these movies with an eye toward what happens in design terms (sound design, camera movement, lighting, etc.) both during and just before the turnaround/revelation.
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posted by lorimer at 2:32 PM PST - 144 comments
I am inserting a large amount of links and text into a DIV tag using innerHTML after a page loads. For some reason, the HTML I am inserting is overflowing to the right of the DIV and not wrapping. I have a feeling, the browser cannot perform its normal text-wrapping because I am adding the HTML after the fact. Is there any technique via CSS or javascript to prevent this overflow from happening?
posted by jasondigitized at 2:22 PM PST - 6 comments
I have a Panasonic EDTV-ready plasma monitor, but don't want to pay a monthly fee for digital cable or a HD service. Can I do anything to improve the viewing quality of my Comcast basic cable SD TV signal, especially for those channels that are OTA HD?
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posted by mosk at 1:58 PM PST - 8 comments
Hp Pavillion dv9000t vs Dell Inspiron 1705
Help me make a final choice for a new laptop. These last two contenders are almost too similar and I wonder if I am overlooking anything significant that might set one apart.
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posted by stavx at 1:29 PM PST - 5 comments
Does anyone know anything about the conditions for the workers in diamond mines, especially in Africa?
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posted by melangell at 12:55 PM PST - 16 comments
What is the best way to get a light ballpoint ink mark out of a leather jacket without discoloring or otherwise damaging the leather? It's a black pen mark on a brown jacket.
posted by zembla3 at 12:39 PM PST - 9 comments
I am very familiar with Lawrence Lessig and his writings, particularly on copyright, but I thought it would only be fair to look at the other side. So, who are the biggest US names in pro-copyright/anti-Lessig law?
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posted by evadery at 12:29 PM PST - 10 comments
How many christmas lights (either C7 or C9 size bulbs) are needed for a large 16' pine tree?
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posted by Alpenglow at 11:53 AM PST - 7 comments
Hello dudes. Do you know where I can find recordings of good oral tradition storytellers on/offline? (in English)
posted by London Irregular at 11:50 AM PST - 9 comments
Atlanta, GA... Anyone ever been stopped for speeding on 285? If so, you know the average speed is well above the posted 55. Any suggestions for a first time offender (in GA) who was pulled over in medium traffic on a clear day, going 79 (like everyone else) in a 55? Waaaah!!
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posted by priested at 11:47 AM PST - 18 comments
I am looking for some good documentaries about outsider artists. Anything you've seen that you've enjoyed or were fascinated by - long and small pieces, pieces about the art and pieces about the artist, old and new. Specifically of artists that are still living and who are interesting characters. Thanks, MeFi.
posted by billysumday at 11:33 AM PST - 26 comments
Is there any way to get a seriously accredited Masters Degree online based all or in part on life experience? Any other ideas about getting a Masters quickly/inexpensively?
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posted by dpcoffin at 11:32 AM PST - 19 comments
How do I stop windows from automatically searching for media when a new drive is plugged in? (Minor annoyance.)
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posted by univac at 11:31 AM PST - 3 comments
WoWFilter: Help me win a friendly bet involving World of Warcraft macintosh bugs, screen layout, and character positioning. Yep, lots
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posted by cowbellemoo at 11:21 AM PST - 5 comments
There's a
commission in New York State that's going to force closure of a bunch of hospitals across the state, including a few in my area (
Buffalo). They are also going to force a few private organizations to merge. What gives them the ability to dictate this sort of thing? Is it the threat of withholding funding? I've read many news articles on the closure recommendations, but have missed out on a good ultimate explanation.
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posted by voidcontext at 11:18 AM PST - 7 comments
What's the word for when someone tries to make themselves look charitable, or altruistic, but they are clearly acting out of other interests?
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posted by Tbola at 10:57 AM PST - 30 comments
Possibly stupid question about having a beard and a baby at the same time, and then not having a beard.
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posted by Caviar at 10:50 AM PST - 30 comments
I'm going to be in Fairfax, VA this weekend and looking for nice non chain restaurants to check out, anyone have any great suggestions?
posted by wavering at 10:35 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me come up with a catchy name for my campus' "Water Week." It will be happening in late January and will be a week dedicated to discussing issues in three areas: environment, accessibility, commodification. Speakers, an art exhibition, and movies are being planned. Bonus points for recommendations of films, special topics, general advice.
posted by arcticwoman at 10:21 AM PST - 16 comments
I'm in the Dulles area of Virginia outside of DC. Where do I go for a project management certificate? Or a similar quality experience?
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posted by phearlez at 10:20 AM PST - 3 comments
I need a good resource for conducting statistical tests. I've taken stats courses, but it's been a while. Something SPSS-centric would be ideal...
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posted by electric_counterpoint at 9:59 AM PST - 4 comments
Where can I find dinosaur slippers? Specifically, they must make a "roaring" noise each step you take. Do these even exist or am I imagining them?
posted by kidsleepy at 8:55 AM PST - 17 comments
Where's a good place to buy a few anti-static bags? I'll be mailing a video card and some RAM to a friend of mine and I figured that a couple anti-static bags couldn't hurt.
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posted by Alex Handcoding at 8:52 AM PST - 9 comments
At what point should I stop helping my college-aged brother with homework? I feel like I made him reliant on my help, so how can I sever this without hurting his feelings or his GPA?
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posted by banannafish at 8:20 AM PST - 27 comments
What non-dairy "sour cream" works best in a cooked sauce? In particular, how would you make beef stroganoff without using any dairy products?
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posted by escabeche at 8:19 AM PST - 19 comments
What is "enterprise software" and how is it different from any other kind of software ever?
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posted by DrSkrud at 8:16 AM PST - 14 comments
Can you recommend any good books for toddlers/young readers in which the protagonists are twins?
Bonus points for stories where the protagonists are non-identical twins
posted by anastasiav at 8:11 AM PST - 10 comments
CatPsychFilter: Should we get our cat a kitten? How soon? We recently (just this week) lost our five month old kitten...
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posted by verytres at 8:00 AM PST - 6 comments
I often see in business/technology articles references to "the enterprise". Presumably, the enterprise refers to a subset of business organisations in this context - which ones? Also, why the definite article? Why is it "
the enterprise" rather than just "enterprise" or "the enterprise sector"?
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posted by nowonmai at 7:46 AM PST - 11 comments
Windows questions from a Mac person using now using Windows regularly who doesn't understand some concepts/uses.
One question (at the end) asks you to rate a specific Windows workstation for use in Design & Production.
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posted by Brandon Blatcher at 7:12 AM PST - 25 comments
Aside from "Dreidel, Dreidel," which is a kid's song, Adam Sandler, and "Rock of Ages," are there actually any other songs (bonus points for easy to learn and sing) for Hannukah that aren't horribly cheesy?
posted by canine epigram at 6:25 AM PST - 18 comments
Plug external hard drive into PC, grab all my music/docs, unplug, plug into shiny new MacBook, move files off drive. Can it be done?
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posted by sjuhawk31 at 6:16 AM PST - 10 comments
Why is Heidi Klum's English accent better than Henry Kissinger's?
posted by airguitar at 6:02 AM PST - 14 comments
I'm a university dropout with the intention of returning to study (for a different degree) in mid-2007. I'm applying for a clerical position at a government department soon, should I include my incomplete undergrad degree on my resume?
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posted by madforplaid at 2:23 AM PST - 7 comments
I want to create a web application in which the user enters text into a field and clicks on a submit button, and the text is then altered based on a set of conditions and given back to the user. What's the easiest way of doing this? I have a vague idea that I should use Perl and CGI. I don't know Perl or CGI, but I do know a bit of Java, a bit about servlets and JSPs, some Visual Basic, and quite a bit about http.
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posted by bingo at 2:21 AM PST - 13 comments
I am a relatively new public servant working in Queensland, Australia and I've just found out that in the pay before Christmas my 17.5% leave loading will be paid out. Great! But uh... what is it? And how much extra can I expect to find in my pay?
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posted by Second Account For Making Jokey Comments at 1:20 AM PST - 10 comments
November 28
I was on one of the Chinatown-to-Chinatown buses from New York to Boston, and the bus driver had the Chinese pop music on VERY LOUD ALL THE WAY.
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posted by sholdens12 at 11:16 PM PST - 8 comments
What url redirection / url shrinking services do you use, and why? What features do you wish they had?
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posted by bkudria at 10:34 PM PST - 21 comments
We keep getting kicked out of Yahoo mail (asking us to log back in again). We've set it to "ask every 24 hours"; we accept cookies. We've cleared cookies. We remain logged into other cookie-lovin' sites (i.e., Amazon). This happens in IE and Firefox. This happens on three different computers. What gives?
posted by stevil at 10:23 PM PST - 12 comments
Whats a good keyboard that for gaming and
frets on fire? I just found out my favorite microsoft natural doesnt support more than 2 keys being pressed (f1-f5) for FoF. I'm using a dell that allows 3. Is it a USB convertor? Are there better brands? I'm suspecting that some of the FPS games I thought where lag issues might have been just keyboard key press issues as I sometimes hold down shift. I never even thought of this as a problem for gaming.
posted by IronWolve at 10:18 PM PST - 9 comments
laptop hardware fix-it-yourself question: a shoddy headphone out port on an old laptop controls my audio. depending on how far the headphones are plugged in, i get sound variously from speakers or half headphones. there's
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posted by yonation at 9:59 PM PST - 9 comments
I want to know if anyone has ever spent a summer working on a dude ranch, if so what was your experience like?
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posted by bilbo baggins at 9:52 PM PST - 3 comments
moving back to dc, and looking to meet new people - but trying to stay AWAY from the mass of transient young professionals everywhere.
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posted by jare2003 at 9:18 PM PST - 15 comments
Windows Vista: Should I get it right when it comes out or will an upgraded & updated version be released later on?
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posted by HotPatatta at 8:57 PM PST - 19 comments
How do my wife and I give our 17 year-old ward (and, god, I hate that term) a happy environment while teaching her how to interact with people in acceptable ways?
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posted by brozek at 8:29 PM PST - 41 comments
Chat-at-Work-Filter: In my line of consulting I end up working at a number of client sites where the client's IT department has succeeded in convincing management that Instant Messaging is the devil...
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posted by anonymous at 8:08 PM PST - 26 comments
I'm looking for simple, spare, classy Mac icons—I'm tired of looking at the stuff in my dock. I'd like to replace everything with some icons that are cool and unified, but not fancy. There are lots of sites out there that have icon sets, but I'd like some specific suggestions. Thanks!
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posted by interrobang at 8:07 PM PST - 18 comments
What movies take place around Christmas time but don't actually have anything to do with Christmas?
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posted by SansPoint at 7:45 PM PST - 37 comments
I want to purchase some fuzzy slippers for my boyfriend. He has expressed desire to have slippers, but he doesn't care what kind. I'd love to find some really unusual ones.
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posted by eggplantia5 at 7:20 PM PST - 18 comments
I recently purchased a Macbook and didn't have any significant trouble until I powered it on one evening and all of the settings had reverted.
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posted by wolfsleepy at 7:12 PM PST - 7 comments
any suggestions on how i can get an indietorrent invite code without knowing anybody already on the site? Id love a good way to get an idea of whats going on in the indie music scene. I have a tv torrent invite but I'm not sure if there are sites out there that people swap them on? Thanks!
posted by gilsonal at 6:54 PM PST - 9 comments
I want to save a physical copy of an article in today's New York Times.
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posted by rdr at 6:34 PM PST - 13 comments
Where to elope? The SO and I would like to elope in January, but we haven't found a place that suits us. A Justice of the Peace/city hall-type wedding would suit us well, but if possible, we'd like that municipal building to be a wonderful, old, beautiful (or new and funky) building in an interesting country/city/area that we could spend some time exploring.
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posted by cocoagirl at 6:30 PM PST - 22 comments
Are there any professional athletes that maintain a blog during the sports season?
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posted by greedo at 6:11 PM PST - 16 comments
What is the best way to achieve a stable email address, one that is not at the mercy of merciless ISPs? Does one use a domain or would gmail or a similar service be better? If a domain is the answer what are the dos and don'ts, how much should one expect to pay, are there free ones and are domains really stable in the long run?
posted by flummox at 6:08 PM PST - 23 comments
How should my wife and I spend a three-and-a-half hour layover in the Salt Lake City Airport tomorrow morning?
posted by Etaoin Shrdlu at 6:02 PM PST - 17 comments
I'm trying to identify the computer application that uses a specific sound clip as some sort of notification noise. The sound is from
this Ren and Stimpy short (Log!!) and occurs at 37 seconds in, right after the announcer says "All kids love log!" I know I've heard that little 6-note jingle before and it's driving me crazy!
posted by chrisamiller at 5:53 PM PST - 7 comments
FullPanicModeFilter: Have you every had a biopsy, or a surgically removed tumor that was benign and the doctor wanted to see you sooner than your previously scheduled appointment?
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posted by LoriFLA at 5:24 PM PST - 16 comments
I need 250 words of filler, or a decent photograph/drawing for a middle school newspaper. Some last minute submissions came in, and now I've got a big blank spot in the middle of the last inside page.
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posted by thanotopsis at 5:24 PM PST - 10 comments
I just read Lady Chatterly's Lover, and I'm a little confused by some aspects of society in the novel. (spoilers ahead)
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posted by jacalata at 4:32 PM PST - 4 comments
Say you just come out of the theater and someone asked you to rate the movie. You say 9/10. But if someone asked you how a movie was 2 months later, you may say 6/10. I'm told there is literature that supports this - people are initially more excited right after an experience than when they think back to it 3 weeks later. Is there a psychology term or articles on this?
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posted by lpctstr; at 3:44 PM PST - 23 comments
Doesn't highspeed crosswinds at high altitudes put tremendous stress on large airliners?
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posted by drleary at 3:15 PM PST - 11 comments
Mac-to-PC help: I am getting Grandma & Grandpa a Windows-based laptop to replace their iMac OS 8.1 (yes, it's really that old). I need to move their stuff from the old to the new. Can anyone help a non-Mac person?
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posted by deedeep at 3:07 PM PST - 8 comments
Calling all AskMefites who work for a strategic communications firm or in corporate communications: how did you get your gig?
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posted by hazelshade at 3:06 PM PST - 9 comments
How can I fix a "Non-System Disk or Disk Error"? Evidence points to hard-drive failure, except for the fact that it's working fine for the moment...
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posted by whataboutben at 2:45 PM PST - 5 comments
Can I start a LLC (or similar) who's only business is to manage investments and reinvest any gains? What are the tax implications?
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posted by blueplasticfish at 2:42 PM PST - 13 comments
How do I do multiple sets of multi-column divs w/ CSS inside other multi-column divs? More details in first comment.
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posted by Kickstart70 at 2:17 PM PST - 9 comments
To fly inside the UK (Stansted?Edinburgh) with easyjet, will I require a passport? If not, could I fly with only my ticket and a provisional driving license as photo ID?
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posted by matthewr at 2:13 PM PST - 14 comments
What is your favorite video game or software games to learn to think logically and solve problems under pressures ( all platforms welcome e.g. Windows, Mac) ?
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posted by cluelessguru at 1:51 PM PST - 19 comments
What do people know about the K2 Four R ski? It's not made anymore (I think 2003 was the last year it was in production). Is it a decent ski for an intermediate/advanced skier who usually stays on trails?
posted by rbs at 1:40 PM PST - 5 comments
How do I track where my bandwidth is going. I've got 2 computers set up on a wireless network. With DU Meter installed. One of the computers is showing a significant increase on D/L and U/L traffic over the other. I want to track where the traffic is coming from on the bad computer ie it's connecting to www.zombiecomputer.com.
posted by lloyder at 1:07 PM PST - 3 comments
I'm a U.S. citizen, specifically living in Massachusetts. My friend is a British citizen who is a huge fan of American politics. He's coming to visit next year. Is there any way to meet and/or tour the offices of Senator Ted Kennedy, John Kerry or former President Clinton without being annoying or going to a fund raising dinner?
posted by clango at 1:04 PM PST - 8 comments
Help my pooch! I need to board my dog for a week, and I need recommendations for good kennels in the Los Angeles area.
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posted by maryh at 12:56 PM PST - 1 comments
It is important that I know the lyrics to "Hey Pete! Let's Eat More Meat" AKA "Hey Pete, Let's Eat Mo' Meat" by Dizzie Gillespie, Buster Harding and Lynn Peterson! The mysterious line can be heard twice
here.
posted by Arcaz Ino at 12:18 PM PST - 3 comments
Does any one know of an RSS feed of Video Podcasts ie the feed itself contains nothing but pointers to other feeds
posted by dustsquid at 12:10 PM PST - 1 comments
Sackrashfilter-
Guys help me out here: How to get rid of the dreaded sack rash?
As you can guess there is
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posted by anonymous at 11:53 AM PST - 21 comments
So recently I've been having a lot of "vigorous" heterosexual, um, sex. Yay me; yay my partner.
However, my penis is now sporting a little more backbone than usual. Of course there's...->
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posted by anonymous at 11:53 AM PST - 7 comments
Our PS2 died, so we bought a new Slimline PS2. The noise it makes is driving me insane. Or am I already crazy?
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posted by peep at 11:25 AM PST - 8 comments
How do players such as Winamp or Media Player choose the sequence that they use to play MP3 files? I have classical MP3 files and recorded books that must be played in order. These players look at something very different from the way that they have been arranged (and numbered) in File Manager. Can the ID3v1 ID3v2 tags be used to control the playback sequence? I play these files on three separate computers plus my car radio via a flash drive and do not want the hassle of creating separate play lists. I cannot create play lists with my car radio. I am using, and much prefer, Winamp 5.094
posted by Raybun at 11:01 AM PST - 14 comments
I'm looking for a children's book, but I have forgotten most of the salient details, including the title and author. It involved the meanderings of a worm. Each page had a sentence that included a word that was being taught to the reader. The only specific vocabulary word from the book I remember is "erudite". The book pages were black or dark with highly stylized illustrations of the worm's adventure.
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posted by spaltavian at 10:58 AM PST - 2 comments
1) Why does Adobe (and others) include patent numbers when its programs start (ex. Acrobat)? 2) What is the specific term that refers to the notion of swaying an opinion of something by describing it in certain terms? (Ex. These are absolutely stunning wildlife photos!)
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posted by Clementines4ever at 10:56 AM PST - 5 comments
My car has developed pulsing brakes and a low-speed wobble, for the second time in under 2 years. Help me get it fixed right this time, please?
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posted by vytae at 10:25 AM PST - 17 comments
I just got my teeth cleaned and I'm bleaching them too. I drink 5-6 cups of black tea (with milk) a day which is no good for white teeth - what alternative beverages can I switch to that won't be so bad for my pearly whites?
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posted by forallmankind at 10:19 AM PST - 11 comments
I need a new belt to hold up my pants. The one I have now is about 20+ years old.
I'd like one that does not use animal products, uses natural fibers, is about 3/4 wide, thin, durable, and unobtrusive. Any ideas?
posted by GernBlandston at 10:00 AM PST - 14 comments
I need some valid reasons for a (business) subtenant to get his own DSL service instead of sharing ours. Besides the fact that we're not 23 year old singles sharing a flat.
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posted by bartleby at 9:27 AM PST - 14 comments
We need multiple laptops to have identical computing environments, with the ability to have them updated en masse. What is the best way?
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posted by milquetoast at 9:16 AM PST - 5 comments
What do Greek speakers call dinosaurs? Do they use the same Greek-derived words that English speakers do ("dinosaur", "tyrannosaurus", "stegosaurus", etc)? Do these names sound as silly to them as calling those extinct animals "terrible lizards", "tyrant lizards", and "roof lizards" would to us?
posted by Plutor at 9:10 AM PST - 20 comments
I am trying to create a brief weekly calendar for work of upcoming events that will be posted as an AOL IM away message that people can check throughout the week. How can I create a longer AIM away message than the default allows?
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posted by andoatnp at 9:07 AM PST - 7 comments
Looking for some specifics and some general advice: broker/realtor/agency recommendations for finding a rental in Jersey City, and/or links to general resources for someone new to real estate/apartment hunting.
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posted by cyrusdogstar at 9:07 AM PST - 2 comments
I am a canadian citizen applying for a
canadian passport, but I don't
personally know any person eligible to serve as a
guarantor, unless "personally" is legally defined more loosely than I imagine. Have you had any experience applying for a canadian passport with a
"Statutory Declaration in Lieu of Guarantor", and was the process complicated and delayed by the lack of guarantor
?
posted by jchgf at 8:52 AM PST - 12 comments
I have some vacation time coming up, but I never really know where I want to go or what I want to do. I know that I like artistic cities. I know that I'll be spending a lot of time taking photos. I know that I want something exotic enough that I'll have some good stories, but modern enough that I can enjoy modern conveniences. Where would you go if you were me?
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posted by willnot at 8:01 AM PST - 25 comments
I need compelling examples of
legitimate/legal uses of bittorrent or other p2p applications/protocols.
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posted by spock at 7:32 AM PST - 26 comments
How can I strip the seconds off when displaying a MYSQL datetime variable, using only PHP commands, not MYSQL commands like "DATE_FORMAT"?
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posted by bugbread at 7:24 AM PST - 14 comments
My car is in Connecticut and I'm going home with my girlfriend to Hawaii for two months. Therefore, the car won't be used or touched. To save money, should I cancel my car insurance?
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posted by Jimmie at 7:13 AM PST - 13 comments
Am I crazy for thinking of living in Durham, NC without air conditioning? Considerations: I get really really hot, have a somewhat crazy internal thermometer, I have lots of books, and I don't want to be miserable. Problem: we found a super cute house and it doesn't have AC. What to do?
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posted by fionab at 6:58 AM PST - 22 comments
I want to write a Christmas-themed essay for my book review blog, and I'm trying to come up with some Christmas lit to review. It might be fun, for instance, to gather together a selection of Christmas tripe such as
Santa's Christmas Prayer (link not safe for those who have any literary sensibilities and have just eaten) and go to town on it. Or, at the other end of the spectrum, to write something about Charles Dickens'
A Christmas Carol. Which Christmas novels/stories/poems do you love and loathe? I don't review movies, so text only please...
posted by orange swan at 6:40 AM PST - 13 comments
My new computer keeps making this sound, and I can't make it stop, or figure out what is doing it.
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posted by tomble at 2:52 AM PST - 16 comments
I want to create a tutorial video
in the style of this one. I've got the voice-over stuff covered, but what software would I use to pull this off if I'm not actully filming anything with a camera?
posted by Geoffh at 12:52 AM PST - 9 comments
My friend (new military wife) needs help with regard to her husband's Class A uniforms and laundry days. There is more inside.
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posted by sperose at 12:31 AM PST - 11 comments
November 27
I need help with a Mach Speed Trio MP4 1GB media player. Shortly after purchasing it has begun rebooting continuously.
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posted by loquacious at 11:44 PM PST - 2 comments
Why can't I get along with my roommate? I am going through all kinds of grief trying to figure out this situation and I can't seem to deal with my living situation.
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posted by tev at 11:33 PM PST - 29 comments
OK this might seem really silly but I'm having a static electricity problem and it's driving me insane. I don't seem to be able to go shopping anymore without getting loud painful zaps when I touch the shelving or even tins of food or anything with a foil cover, not to mention the shopping trolley.
I'm sure this would be funny if it weren't so painful. It hapens when I'm driving too as soon as I step out of the car ZAP. It doesn't seem to matter what I'm wearing, if my hair is dry or wet....the weather..nothing.
It's really making life a bit miserable...Any solutions?
posted by Civa at 11:26 PM PST - 28 comments
when downloading a torrent, what are the numbers in the parentheses?
posted by tristanshout at 11:14 PM PST - 9 comments
okay, clearly not the most important questioning that needs answering but why do hookers/strippers/women who want to convey they are 'slutty' love those clunky see through shoes?
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posted by jbelkin at 10:16 PM PST - 22 comments
Are Prom and Homecoming really such big deals in American high school life as they appear on TV?
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posted by Kwirq at 10:10 PM PST - 59 comments
A friend of mine underwent counseling at a trauma center. After the first several sessions, today his therapist had a supervisor come in, sat him down, and after 45 minutes of excruciating back and forth, essentially told him that because of what he did for a living, he could no longer attend therapy there.
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posted by chichimimizu at 9:26 PM PST - 34 comments
I'm looking for 1) A good diamond wholesaler and 2) A good jeweler in Los Angeles. Any suggestions? Trying to get Non-DeBeers. Any suggestions on that front?
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posted by anonymous at 9:02 PM PST - 5 comments
Best place to stay to enjoy 'dense' nightlife in LA area? And in that area, which hotels are well priced (under $220).
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posted by sandmanwv at 8:25 PM PST - 5 comments
I'm a science student at university, and I'm looking for the best PDA/Tablet/Electronic sidekick for viewing PDFs (Journals). Critical to this is functionality for adding marginalia to those PDFs and/or at least having sophisticated note taking software which can work in parallel with viewing PDFs.
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posted by Alex404 at 8:02 PM PST - 14 comments
My mom's computer won't re-install an older version of Windows XP. This is actually a timely, pressing problem.
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posted by jeffmshaw at 7:58 PM PST - 8 comments
I've just received a fairly generous grant to create a clearinghouse for open source multi-media applications. What should I be thinking about now?
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posted by slipperywhenwet at 7:53 PM PST - 5 comments
My six-month old Scion had smelled like moldy laundry ever since I turned on the heat this Fall. What is going on and how can I fix it or more precisely, how can I get Toyota to fix it?
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posted by octothorpe at 7:45 PM PST - 16 comments
I'm on a Mac and my browser of choice is Opera. I was wondering if it would be possible to block a handful of sites entirely and only allow myself access on Sundays?
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posted by mordecai at 7:14 PM PST - 4 comments
Inexpensive, cool place to stay at Saint Petes Beach, Florida?
I will be going to Saint Petes Beach in Florida for a wedding at New Years. The wedding will be at Don CeSar Hotel which is $300+ a night, more than I want to spend for accommodation. Do you know any cool, inexpensive, private, quiet, roomy, clean, friendly, nice place to stay near the Don CeSar? Hotels, Inns, B&B, cottages, houses, condos ... what to share a super-duper places you've stayed?
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posted by zaphod at 5:53 PM PST - 20 comments
Where is the most scenic part of the Rockies within 2 hours drive of Denver? Or should I consider flying to Calgary for Banff?
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posted by repoman at 5:21 PM PST - 16 comments
I am about to have a nervous breakdown. Please, can you help me with my mysterious, probably power-related, computer nightmares?
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posted by TonyRobots at 5:14 PM PST - 18 comments
Do I have the common courtesy obligation (ie, this is NOT a legal question) to find a replacement roommate on a month to month lease? What if my current roommates are being picky in terms of who they are willing to live with? At what point am I free of courteous obligations to find someone?
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posted by |n$eCur3 at 4:44 PM PST - 18 comments
Any recommendations for a good online stock brokerage? I'm thinking cheap... what does the hive think about E*TRADE?
posted by Maia at 4:33 PM PST - 17 comments
(Denied boarding Airline question) -- I just got back from what was supposed to be a cheap trip to Paris (rtrp $464 after tax) but on the return leg, I missed my Air France flight because NO COMPUTER SCREEN in CDG (Charles de Gaulle airport) had the flight listed. By the time I located the terminal of the flight, it was 45 minutes before take-off and despite not having carry ons and perhaps 5-10 people in the line for tickets, I was told the flight was closed and I was not going to be able to board......
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posted by skepticallypleased at 4:07 PM PST - 32 comments
My flat recently had new windows installed that have hinges on the side and at the bottom, allowing them to open inwards either way. I can't figure out how to get them to open sideways. Anyone have any suggestions?
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posted by cillit bang at 2:56 PM PST - 9 comments
my roommate, a 26-year old canadian male, seeks an MFA program that is:
good
focussed on painting
short (2 years max, 1 year is better)
in a cool city at a good school
taught in english.
he would consider any city, but has a special love for
new york, amsterdam, london, or berlin.
thanks!
posted by twistofrhyme at 2:36 PM PST - 1 comments
What are some good programs for backing up photo's to CD / DVD? Specific features requested.
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posted by sprocket87 at 2:03 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I find copies of the policy and documents, current as of the late 1990s, applicable to support and maintenance provided by Veritas?
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posted by jcwagner at 2:01 PM PST - 2 comments
ipodsoftwarefilter: Is there any way for my ipod to automatically update my latest photos?
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posted by carpyful at 1:32 PM PST - 2 comments
I'm looking for a Cheb Mami song which makes use, I think, of bagpipes. It's a very danceable song with a catchy chorus and was/is quite popular - I know I've heard it in NY and Cairo.
posted by anonymous78 at 1:07 PM PST - 3 comments
An exposed pipe runs from floor to ceiling in my bathroom. What can I wrap around this extremely hot pipe so that it remains a source of heat but isn't a threat to bare skin?
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posted by hsoltz at 12:56 PM PST - 27 comments
Which of these 3 espresso machines is most likely to make both my partner and me happy?
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posted by mdion at 11:28 AM PST - 22 comments
Disneyland filter: Just rode through "It's A Small World" over the weekend. Noticed 3 things: (1) Long section with just jet black curtains floor to ceiling, never seen that during several rides and (2) the music there was the basic track, not the same holiday themed tune and (3) where are the scenes of the Middle East? No pyramids, Arabian looking buildings, minarettes and cute singing camels and dolls in ethnic garb? Possible the ride is being worked on but over a major holiday weekend? They just Christmas-fied it all why would it still be under covers? Catchy tune.
posted by Freedomboy at 10:18 AM PST - 5 comments
Making my own suits and shirts. I'd like to learn to create my own clothing (I'm a guy), particulary suits, shirts and sport coats.
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posted by spicynuts at 10:10 AM PST - 12 comments
Work is paying for a Flash Actionscript class. What are the best ones available in or around Boston, Massachusetts USA? I am Straight Outta Newton and work in Allston, so I would like something in those areas, but I am willing to go anywhere in Metro Boston/city if the course is very good.
posted by Mayor Curley at 10:01 AM PST - 2 comments
Should I go on vacation? It's use it or lose it time for my vacation hours at work. None of my friends/family are able or willing to join me on vacation, and I don't know what to do.
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posted by nulledge at 10:00 AM PST - 32 comments
A friend of mine is looking for a poem he thinks is called "White Horses" by the well-known oceanographer Willard Bascom.
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posted by Heminator at 9:45 AM PST - 5 comments
There are plenty of places that offer Spanish courses in DC or Northern Virginia, but I have no basis for narrowing them down beyond the color scheme of their respective web sites. What should I be looking for?
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posted by crabintheocean at 9:00 AM PST - 6 comments
Laptop Screen adapter for desktop PC... I'm looking for a way to hookup a laptop screen from a broken laptop to a desktop computer. Does this exist?
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posted by blue_beetle at 8:50 AM PST - 7 comments
iPod External Speakers Filter: I know this has been covered before (I read past threads) but now that it's the gift-giving season and my in-laws have asked for our list I have some specific questions and requirements.
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posted by Taken Outtacontext at 8:25 AM PST - 6 comments
I've heard my boyfriend mention that he would like a GPS unit several times over the last year, so I am planning on getting him one for the holidays. I don't think he's looked into them in any great detail, and I am boggled by the options.
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posted by kimdog at 7:56 AM PST - 19 comments
ITunes is slowly eating my music library. This is happening gradually, a few dozen songs at a time, but as surely as the humble Colorado River carved the mighty Grand Canyon, so too will the topsoil of my music collection disappear.
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posted by sourwookie at 7:41 AM PST - 17 comments
We've made a last minute decision to head to Florida over Christmas break. We'd like to stay somewhere in the panhandle region since it would be a fairly short drive for us (currently living in Alabama). Any recommendations for a particular beach/city? We'd like a place that's laid back, family oriented, and has nice clean sandy beaches to walk on and pick up shells. None of us cares for night life or shopping, but a good running/bike trail would be a plus.
posted by notcomputersavvy06 at 7:00 AM PST - 11 comments
Where can I purchase rubber bottle stoppers large enough to fit an antique milk bottle?
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posted by Corky at 6:43 AM PST - 11 comments
HaberdasheryFilter: I'll be in Manhattan this afternoon and would like to buy a hat. But I know nothing about Manhattan, and need help finding a place to buy one. I might like a straw hat, or a pork pie hat. Hope me!
posted by eustacescrubb at 6:30 AM PST - 7 comments
Where can I buy a shirt without seams and tags for a boy with sensitive skin? He currently wears his shirts inside out to avoid discomfort.
posted by espertus at 6:13 AM PST - 12 comments
I want to divide my MP3s into Category A, Category B, and Category C. Then I want to build a playlist that will play, say, twenty random As, followed by fifteen random Bs, followed by five random Cs. Is this possible? I am using XP. I do not want to have to put the MP3s into three different directories.
posted by stammer at 2:43 AM PST - 12 comments
November 26
OliveOilAndLemonJuiceFilter: Gallbladder "flushes" or other non-surgical techniques to get rid of accumulated gallstones - quackery? effective? safe? icky? First-hand accounts and opinions sought...
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posted by Asparagirl at 10:41 PM PST - 18 comments
My husband plays saxophone. Should this affect whether we buy a house or a condo? I'm interested in anecdotes from musicians, and also from their neighbors.
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posted by croutonsupafreak at 8:15 PM PST - 26 comments
Any suggestions for cool French-language print media (comics, magazines, etc.) which would be interesting to an enthusiastic 16-year-old American in his third year of studying French in high school?
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posted by mdonley at 6:02 PM PST - 21 comments
I would like to fall asleep listening to waves breaking on a beach. However, IANAH (I am not a hobo) and would prefer listening to a CD than actually sleeping on a beach every night. Is there such thing I could buy (preferably online)?
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posted by lazy robot at 5:06 PM PST - 20 comments
Taking my last motorcycle trip of the season. Anyone have suggestions for a more pleasant riding route from NYC to Baltimore than I-95? I don't mind an extra hour or two; the more rural the better.
posted by dickyvibe at 4:46 PM PST - 8 comments
OK, effective this autumn my local Walgreens (in Texas) no longer stocks the pseudoephedrine Theraflus and generic equivalents. Obviously it has to do with the systemic meth crackdown. How much of a shortage is there really, nationwide?
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posted by hodyoaten at 4:45 PM PST - 18 comments
So the superdrive on my Macbook Pro is having the same problem as a lot of people on Apple's
discussion website - it is spitting out most DVDs. I am outside the 90 day support period so I can't call them to tell me what to do but inside the warranty period, and an Apple Store is too far from me. What can I do about repairs?
posted by raheel at 3:53 PM PST - 6 comments
Anyone know of any places in NYC (pref. midtown) where I can get my dry cleaning back in 24 hours?
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posted by josher71 at 3:23 PM PST - 2 comments
Cephalopod filter: Do squid and cuttlefish have a sense of direction? It's more perplexing than it might first sound...
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posted by 8k at 2:56 PM PST - 8 comments
I have a full-time job at a company that offers a 401k program which I'm currently participating in. I also have some freelance jobs that I'm doing. Is it possible to take all the money I get from my freelance work and put it into my 401k and avoid being taxed on it until I eventually take it out at retirement.
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posted by blim8183 at 1:44 PM PST - 8 comments
one of my tires on my car goes flat every 4-6 months or so. it's a different tire each time. what could possibly be causing this?
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posted by kerning at 12:24 PM PST - 15 comments
LSAT Filter: I'm taking the test next Sat and I could use any pointers or tips about reading comprehension...
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posted by stratastar at 11:54 AM PST - 16 comments
SoftwareFilter: Is there currently a Windows equivalent to Tinderbox (for Mac)? I know they say they're porting it, but I ...want something I can use NOW! I vaguely remember some smaller software company that made something similar a few years ago, but have not been able to locate it. Also, other than iTunes, what software are my fellow MeFites finding good for use with their iPods? (I currently am using TagScanner/ANapod Explorer/iTunes in combination)
posted by polexxia at 11:16 AM PST - 4 comments
Does anybody know of how to give a even, translucent no-slip surface to exsisting objects, similar to the surface of the Zune?
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posted by Orb2069 at 10:58 AM PST - 6 comments
How do I eat crusty bread or other crumbly items like crackers without getting a big crumbly mess all over the table?
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posted by grouse at 10:42 AM PST - 22 comments
Is it possible to fix or replace a door lock on a ten year old aluminium main front door that has now jammed?
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posted by pettins at 10:22 AM PST - 2 comments
My doctor is making me quit Percocet(been on for 3 months) and Celexa(been on for a year) at the same time. I will be weening off the celexa but going cold turkey on the percocet. Shouldnt this be against the geneva convention? What kind of hell am I in for?
posted by ryanissuper at 10:20 AM PST - 21 comments
Recommendations for an intensive, short-term Italian language course in Florence?
posted by walla at 10:14 AM PST - 8 comments
I have a client who wants to acquire a specific toll-free number which is "about to become free". Yeah, yeah, there's
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posted by baylink at 9:40 AM PST - 1 comments
Can you help my friend find the morning newspaper? Question about a binocular/monocular scope and
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posted by homer2k1 at 9:23 AM PST - 9 comments
All the email in my Lycos/Mailcity account was deleted when I left it inactive for too long. I am willing to go to great lengths and spend considerable amounts of money to retrieve it. Can anyone give me suggestions on how to go about this?
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posted by fermion at 8:57 AM PST - 3 comments
I'm trying to compile a list of life-hacks and such that have a particular anti-technology bent to them.
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posted by jtajta at 7:04 AM PST - 18 comments
I would like text I highlight to be put on the clipboard automatically, no need to push Ctrl-c. Is there anything like Firefox's AutoCopy extension but system wide (winXP)?
posted by Mick at 6:55 AM PST - 2 comments
iTunes woe: for apparantly no reason, iTunes stops playing completely when it reaches the end of a song. I have to click on another song to make it start playing again. The previous and next song buttons also causes it to stop playing rather than changing song. I definitely have playlists containing more than one song :) I am running the RTM version of Vista. Anyone else experienced this?
posted by The Carolingian at 4:48 AM PST - 5 comments
What cellphone provider offers the fastest, most reliable internet connection for their PDA phones?
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posted by Afroblanco at 2:28 AM PST - 12 comments
November 25
I'm a young guy (19) enjoying the sex for the first time. Awesome! As far as I can tell, it's just about everything I expected. Or rather, it would be if I could keep it up. . .
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posted by anonymous at 10:54 PM PST - 30 comments
Looking for Depression (and other mental health) support groups in the Chicago area that meet actively and would welcome new members. I'm aware of the Depression meetup group but it seems to be more of a social group while I'm seeking something more therapeutic in nature. Are there any? Information about therapists who might be leading any such groups would also be helpful.
Thanks.
posted by anonymous at 10:54 PM PST - 5 comments
Which is best for the long-term storage of slides: Kodak-style slide carousels, or polypropylene sleeves? In addition to scanning, I want to try to preserve the analog originals for the next generation in my family. But how to do it?
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posted by Kadin2048 at 10:45 PM PST - 7 comments
My girlfriend and I are hosting a holiday/apartment-warming party in a few weeks, and we're not sure how to entertain our guests beyond providing music and drinks. We hope everyone will get along and make conversation pretty easily, but just to be safe, we'd like some ideas on how to keep them occupied. Any suggestions? Thanks.
posted by mgrimm at 9:56 PM PST - 15 comments
What is this documentary?: High flying advertising executive tragically becomes a homeless due to mental illness.
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posted by rocco at 7:29 PM PST - 6 comments
We're looking to buy a new or pre-owned car. We have a pretty good idea of what we want from a car, but not what exact model. So I was looking for suggestions on which one we should get.
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posted by zavulon at 7:11 PM PST - 21 comments
When is a party not a party? When it's not hosted. But how to invite people to such a (non-)event?
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posted by Dreama at 7:07 PM PST - 17 comments
There's this rockstar chinese restaurant in St. Louis, MO (Manchester area) called Hunan and Peking. They had the best crab rangoon I think i've ever had. Any ideas on how they prepare it? I live about 700 miles away or else I would still be visiting to enjoy them.
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posted by arimathea at 6:45 PM PST - 3 comments
I just moved into a new apartment just south of Tokyo. The mold is terrible, I cleaned, dehumidified, ect. I can't move, can't exactly explain the problem. If I simply give up on the mold itself, what can I do for me? Benadril, any holistic ideas, ?? any one else have these mold problems?
P.S. I love you meta filter!
posted by nintendo at 5:54 PM PST - 12 comments
HDTVfilter: Have you had success with over the air signal boosters or amplified antennas?
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posted by wfrgms at 4:45 PM PST - 3 comments
What was the name of the shirts/cards you could buy in the 60's and 70's that had monsters (garish colors, big eyes etc.) riding in tricked out cars? And did anyone do a retro re-issue?
posted by dhacker at 4:44 PM PST - 6 comments
I am so screwed. I committed to run a 5k race Dec 10 and have not adequately trained for it. How should I proceed?
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posted by luser at 4:25 PM PST - 26 comments
I have to set the content of a field using Javascript, but the field's name has a dot in it, making Javascript treat it like a delimiter. Maybe I'm just tired. Help me escape?
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posted by rokusan at 4:22 PM PST - 8 comments
Timer and Control Circuit. I need to measure the rotation of a spindle and the time during which a circuit is thrown open during that rotation. I think I need a clock, a counter and a software interface. Where do I start?
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posted by grahamwell at 4:04 PM PST - 4 comments
Why does executing a SQL query via MFC's CDatabase class always result in an access violation?
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posted by b1tr0t at 3:26 PM PST - 12 comments
I used to be a devoted catholic. I quit the church years ago, but still miss the spirituality. Buddhism should fit me, but I feel like such a poser.
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posted by davar at 3:26 PM PST - 37 comments
How do parrots mimick sounds like b, p, m, v? They don't even have lips.
posted by evariste at 1:55 PM PST - 12 comments
It seems that taillights have evolved rather radically from their humble origins, now featuring LED configurations spanning cars' entire back ends. Why hasn't this kind of innovation been seen with headlights?
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posted by limeonaire at 1:54 PM PST - 15 comments
The guy I sold my car to is getting parking tickets, not paying them, and the notices are coming to me -- and I really need to keep my record clean in order to pass the Bar exam.
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posted by rkent at 12:44 PM PST - 13 comments
Resources/links for planning a 60-person private anniversary party in San Francisco in February? Recommendations for spaces, rentable bars, sound systems, furniture, caterers?
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posted by Señor Pantalones at 12:29 PM PST - 3 comments
Are there any downsides (any potential harm or risks) to signing confidentiality agreements (NDA's)?
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posted by anonymous at 12:22 PM PST - 10 comments
How much would a dentist charge to remove a mostly collapsed wisdom tooth (in San Diego), and how do I go about even finding the proper one?
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posted by Stunt at 11:57 AM PST - 11 comments
I'm making a hundred or so iterations of a word puzzle type for my class and crave contributions.
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posted by argybarg at 11:25 AM PST - 17 comments
I'm about to take a long-awaited trip to Europe, but only recently have I acknowledged to myself that this is in fact winter, and the trip will likely be very different from the last summer I spent abroad. Help me prepare for the cold road, materially, intinerarily, psychically...
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posted by greggish at 10:29 AM PST - 19 comments
Help me find a good book on mother-teen-age daughter relationships for my wife.
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posted by Xurando at 10:14 AM PST - 5 comments
[Klutz Construction Filter] Insulating a daylight basement with the wrong size of insulation, can I safely make it work?
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posted by KneeDeep at 8:37 AM PST - 6 comments
In Lima, Peru for 3 days. Where to buy FABRIC for high-tech outdoor gear? Stuff like Polartec Fleece, Schoeller (Soft-shell), Waterproof (Gore-tex?, etc.), or the like. Brand names in this case are important...but probably only for quality issues.
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posted by wogbat at 8:22 AM PST - 2 comments
How can I use iTunes smart playlists to fill my iPod with a good mix of new, favourite and random albums (
not just songs)?
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posted by chorltonmeateater at 8:02 AM PST - 6 comments
I have to drive from southern Connecticut to New Jersey on Sunday afternoon / evening - timing is flexible, I just have to be there to start a class on Monday. Google is telling me to take 95 to the Garden State Parkway - is that the best route?
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posted by macfly at 7:46 AM PST - 18 comments
I want to make a complaint about a hotel in Venice. Is there such a thing as a government tourist agency, either in Italy or specific to Venice, which inspects hotels and which it would be worth copying in?
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posted by paduasoy at 2:44 AM PST - 10 comments
November 24
My wife and I are taking our first vacation in years, but we have a 1.5 year old now. We're headed to Hawaii next month and I'm wondering what travel in cabs and buses is like with a baby. Are there small carseats we could travel with or should we suck it up and get a rental car ourselves (and risk the rampant break-ins I constantly hear about)?
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posted by mathowie at 9:07 PM PST - 12 comments
I currently have a standard definition TV, Time Warner Digital Cable, and a Series 2 Tivo. I'm considering the move to HDTV. How should I proceed?
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posted by medpt at 7:35 PM PST - 13 comments
I'm looking for some good indie-pop holiday music, preferrably in various artists format.
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posted by mds35 at 5:22 PM PST - 26 comments
I'll be coming back from work in central asia in a couple weeks. Enroute back to the States, I'll be in England for 4 days. What should I do?
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posted by quadrinary at 3:43 PM PST - 11 comments
A British artist names Duncan Wilson (site=down) covered a wall with 4 or 5 layers of post-it type notes, each layer a different color. As they are peeled away, neat shapes form. What are your bright ideas for a DIY version?
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posted by ArcAm at 3:39 PM PST - 9 comments
PokerFilter: I have a weekly, $2 raise limit, about $20/night, dealer chooses the game friendly poker match with some friends. I need to improve my game. Any suggestions? (NOTE: No Texas Hold'em)
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posted by bryak at 2:50 PM PST - 13 comments
I need some Javascript code to cut and paste which will move some text away from the mouse! Can anyone help?
posted by BobsterLobster at 2:35 PM PST - 3 comments
Anyone know where I can order short usb cables? I'll be happy with anything under 1 ft but would prefer about 6 inches. Mainly I'm looking for usb A to mini-5 pin, male to male.
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posted by Cog at 1:47 PM PST - 13 comments
Any fans of Peter Handke here? I tripped over his wikipedia entry, and he seems like someone I would enjoy reading. Where should I start?
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posted by hototogisu at 1:36 PM PST - 8 comments
In a meet-and-greet setting, when talking to someone and someone else comes by and interrupts, what's the gracious way of dealing with it?
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posted by perpetualstroll at 12:00 PM PST - 11 comments
How to make the most of a weekly one hour reading tutoring session with a hyper 6 year old boy?
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posted by footnote at 10:57 AM PST - 28 comments
What constitutes normal water damage/leakage in an old house? Is there a way to convince my otherwise very responsive landlord that my flooded bedroom is not, in fact, normal?
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posted by timory at 9:59 AM PST - 14 comments
Okay, so I'm flying from New York at 6:55pm (EST) on December 30th, and arriving in Seoul at 5:45am (Korea Time) on January 1st. Presumably westward. I've been trying to wrap my head around when exactly I'll see the New Year, but I can't do it.
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posted by borkingchikapa at 9:56 AM PST - 11 comments
Vietnam Travel: We'll arrive in Ho Chi Minh City next week and attend wedding ceremonies in Buon Ma Thuot and Quang Ngai. What to do, where to go, how to behave?
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posted by meijusa at 8:27 AM PST - 8 comments
Will Blu Ray make the modding of a PS3 that much harder?
I seem to remember that it only took a few months after the original PlayStation
and the PS2 came out, for people to figure out the way to mod them and make them play cracked games. Now, I'm far from an expert, but since every PS3 sold actually costs money to Sony it seems to me that once it becomes possible -- say, in the pring -- to mod the PS3 and people start sharing games like there's no tomorrow (the way it happened with the previous consoles) it could very well be a disaster for Sony. As I said I'm not an expert, though.
posted by matteo at 8:02 AM PST - 31 comments
Can anyone recommend a tour group for going to Machu Picchu? We would be looking for an age group of 30 - 60 and somebody who is very versed in the history and culture.
posted by strangej at 5:42 AM PST - 5 comments
Dropped my laptop (IBM Thinkpad T42) from about 3 feet. It seemed ok for a week except that it randomly rebooted from time to time. However now it says it can't even load the operating system. I don't have a recovery disk. I don't have the original XP CD. I can't send this to a repairman because I have very sensitive information stored in files on the desktop. How sunk am I?
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posted by zaebiz at 1:37 AM PST - 19 comments
Why do pens almost always burst forth their precious ink when they get put in your shirt pocket or pant pockets?
posted by Effigy2000 at 1:10 AM PST - 21 comments
November 23
What are the lyrics of the Metric song
Police and the Private about? Drug addiction? Prostitution? Post-9/11 security? I have listened to it 50 times and it's driving me completely nuts; I can't figure it out. The last lines seems to undo the above meanings.
posted by luriete at 10:32 PM PST - 2 comments
Is it possible to just print out the headers (subject, sender, date, etc.) for all the e-mail in a folder in Thunderbird?
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posted by Paragon at 9:41 PM PST - 2 comments
What are some great super-simple flash games -- especially car games, but anything else fun works -- for a 5-year-old to play?
posted by Malad at 7:44 PM PST - 12 comments
So...I'm waiting in line at Publix (a local supermarket), and I happen to notice a note taped to the register which reads, "We are no longer able to offer balloons to children because of a national helium shortage." Is this a real problem? I mean, seriously, a national helium shortage?!?!?
posted by AlliKat75 at 6:34 PM PST - 29 comments
Why do some media outlets refer to the Syrian leader as "Bashar Assad" instead of as "Bashar Al-Assad"?
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posted by mulligan at 6:33 PM PST - 14 comments
GuitarStrings filter: I'm a noob. Forgive me. Why can't I change these acoustic strings? (picture inside)
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posted by Lockeownzj00 at 6:12 PM PST - 20 comments
iTunes 7 playlist help. I have music located on two different HD's on my computer, I imported the first batch of music okay and it added playlists for each album/artist automatically, but not for the second batch of music I imported. How can I have iTunes make another batch of artist/album playlists?
posted by Mijo Bijo at 5:48 PM PST - 6 comments
What alternatives exist for someone with little experience looking for a more interesting job?
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posted by magodesky at 5:18 PM PST - 12 comments
XP: Vanishing Folders -- Sometimes I put a tilde (one of these ~) in front of a folder name to alphabetically move it to the top of a folder list. These folders, I'm now realizing, are vanishing on me. Any idea why? Any idea where to find them?
posted by rumbles at 5:02 PM PST - 14 comments
I ALWAYS sleep on my right side. I can't fall asleep in any other position. Anybody else have this problem? Anyone know what to do to change sleeping position?
posted by EasyLover at 2:19 PM PST - 25 comments
Is there a program (preferably free) that will allow me to log real time speed, time and (possibly) altitude data from my gps on a laptop pc, and save this data as text?
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posted by 445supermag at 1:43 PM PST - 7 comments
I live in the Toronto Ontario area and winter is about to set in but we have this rose bush in our back yard that must have the seasons mixed up because it is blooming.
How can this be - I have heard of ice wine but "ice roses". We have already had a few freezing nights but this bush thinks it is the middle of summer....can somebody clue me in - this is not normal is it? Here is a link to some pics:
http://tinyurl.com/yxxd9h
posted by DonM at 1:12 PM PST - 3 comments
I want to get my dad a Civil War era sword for Christmas, either an original or a reproduction. However, I would prefer to buy locally (Bay Area / San Francisco, CA).
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posted by mto at 12:22 PM PST - 1 comments
I read somewhere that a combination of strenous periods and moderate periods during an exercise session are best, but I can't find the specific information.
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posted by eunoia at 12:10 PM PST - 6 comments
I've read through the other questions on this topic but can't find what I'm looking for: a free or almost free Flash plugin for photo galleries. It's not Slide Show Pro and it's not Simple Viewer. What is it?
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posted by You Should See the Other Guy at 10:48 AM PST - 6 comments
I'm looking for a box/cupboard/whatever that can store all my household electronic bits and bobs (ipods, moblie phones, PDA, digital camera etc) in one place without them, the cables and the accessories getting tangled up. I've thought those junk drawer organisers with lots of different sized compartments might work, but they're not big enough and I'd prefer something stand alone. Something that could accommodate a multi-plug socket and hide all the cables would be even better. Any ideas?
posted by janecr at 10:42 AM PST - 11 comments
Very specific wine question. We're looking for a Chardonnay that has a very creamy, buttery finish. The example is Rombauer at $30 per bottle. What do you know of for way, way less that has this quality?
posted by fixedgear at 9:57 AM PST - 14 comments
I live in a bigger place now, and I'm fond of bean bag chairs. The
Sumo was recommended to me, but I don't remember from where (although I know it wasn't
Penny Arcade). Can I get some recommendations for beanbag chairs, such as what to look for or brands worth examining?
posted by Mozai at 8:37 AM PST - 11 comments
It's my first blog, and today one post is getting a lot of attention on digg. 15,000 hits by 9 AM, more to come. But I'm not making any money. Help!
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posted by kdern at 6:44 AM PST - 42 comments
My girlfriend and I are visiting New York City on New Years Eve and want to have a memorable night. We preferably don't want to spend more than $200 each and would like something suitable for young professionals, not getting too drunk, not too loud (!) and comes with a seat!
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posted by hjd at 2:08 AM PST - 4 comments
Domain Name Purgatory: I cannot change the nameservers on a domain I purchased despite the fact that I'm paying TWO companies for it...
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posted by BigBrownBear at 1:37 AM PST - 14 comments
November 22
What is the piano piece sampled on this Immortal Technique song called Dance with the Devil?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0k9TvFSHjk&NR
posted by Aghast. at 10:41 PM PST - 1 comments
Is there any software (WinXP) that will take two (or more) audio files and compare them to see if they are similar. I have a ton of mp3 files in a directory and some of them have duplicates with slightly different names. Apart from looking at each file individually and making a note of whether it has a duplicate or not, is there any other way to weed out copies?
posted by sk381 at 9:56 PM PST - 7 comments
I'm trying to buy a Canadian domain name (.ca) and every registrar that I've tried tells me that my Canadian corporation name is not valid.
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posted by clarissajoy at 8:07 PM PST - 13 comments
When I go to a Wal-Mart or a Home Depot in an urban location (aka, lots of black customers) and then I go to suburban locations of these stores, I've notice that in the urban areas, the lines are longer, there are fewer staff to help, the store is generally a bit shabbier, and the employess seem to be less-well trained and held to lower standards regarding how they treat their customers.
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posted by stupidsexyFlanders at 7:50 PM PST - 49 comments
Concerning the first appearance of words: Is there an authoritative source or repository of "new" words? I ask because I want to introduce what I believe is a "new" word but want to be certain it hasn't appeared anywhere else. I did the obvious Googasearch and found nothing.
posted by lometogo at 7:27 PM PST - 13 comments
My friend seeks a job as a web developer in NYC. He's gotten the impression that no one will interview him if he's not already a resident of the Big Apple. Is this accurate?
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posted by Clay201 at 7:07 PM PST - 10 comments
So the doc said I have HSV 1. I have never had, to my knowledge, a cold sore in my life. What does this mean for my dating life now?
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posted by anonymous at 5:53 PM PST - 15 comments
What other podcasts can you recommend? I need to find more distraction for my hour-long commutes; I love podcasts, but I'm not finding enough that are well done and interesting.
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posted by TochterAusElysium at 4:42 PM PST - 32 comments
Ok, I have an HP 4155 iPaq and a WEP-enabled Netgear WGR614v6, but they don't connect. Any other computer can connect to the WiFi, and the PDA can connect to unprotected signals.
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posted by niles at 4:22 PM PST - 9 comments
I'm looking for a CMS for a small, online newspaper. I'm not necessarily looking for the front-end, I'm looking for something that can manage the back-end, or admin of the newspaper.
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posted by Uno at 3:21 PM PST - 9 comments
My partner and I are hilariously bad cooks. What's something easy that we can make tonight or tomorrow morning and bring to his parents' house for Thanksgiving?
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posted by sian at 3:19 PM PST - 34 comments
I'm moving to LA in May. Help me learn the lay of the land before I step foot on Hollywood soil.
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posted by JPowers at 1:51 PM PST - 22 comments
How do I use the program settings from the admin user account across several limited user accounts in WinXP? I don't want to have to "reinstall" iTunes, Reason, Ableton Live, Photoshop, etc. just because I am using a different login in windows, but I want to get away from using the admin account for general use (for security reasons).
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posted by adi at 1:46 PM PST - 7 comments
What ideas/topics related to
management would add interest to an entry-level course, given an audience of older students with very basic study skills (adults with a GED and several years since school) ?
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posted by ejaned8 at 12:55 PM PST - 5 comments
How extensively are professional modeling photos retouched (i.e., those in Vogue and similar publications)? I've heard that this is a common practice, but I'm curious as to how much the photos are altered from the original image. Was this possible before the advent of Photoshop?
posted by zembla3 at 12:33 PM PST - 29 comments
Is there a competent, reliable hardware service company in the L.A. area that can maintain my computers and office equipment?
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posted by SMELLSLIKEFUN at 12:08 PM PST - 1 comments
Should I get glasses? My eyes have been bothering me as of late -- light sensitivity, eyelid flutters -- so I went to an optometrist and got checked out. I am very slightly nearsighted, with a slight astigmatism -- should I drop the cash for glasses?
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posted by buddha9090 at 11:51 AM PST - 13 comments
My current IDE DVD writer is starting to show its age, and I might have a little more money than usual to throw at its replacement (100-150 USD). Is there such a thing as a "premium" optical drive?
This Plextor SATA drive would be nice from a cabling standpoint, but maybe you have a better idea?
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posted by PinkStainlessTail at 10:38 AM PST - 15 comments
I've read somewhere on the internets that listening to jazz or classical music during mealtimes can allay the appetite, but I can't find the study/research paper on the google.
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posted by dropkick at 10:31 AM PST - 3 comments
We have gone from Earthlink to Dreamhost to MediaTemple and we can't find a reliable email host. The website hosting generally is fine, but email downtime is killing our company. MediaTemple has been horrible since we switched to the Grid Server. Maybe we just need an email host. So- who has a good recommendation for a host that has given you worry-free uptime? Any I don't want responses from anyone who has only been with their host a day, a week or a month. Long term please.
posted by Chuck Cheeze at 10:13 AM PST - 23 comments
I started watching
Grey's Anatomy recently, and I can't help noticing a striking similarity between the opening title credits in that show and the opening credits in
The 4400. Does anyone know if the same design/production studio created both of these introductory scenes?
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posted by Aanidaani at 9:47 AM PST - 1 comments
Is there a Mac OSX equivalent to NetMeetings to share a document/desktop over the internet?
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posted by marylynn at 9:45 AM PST - 8 comments
Do you know a good web design company in San Diego for an order management system?
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posted by escher at 9:20 AM PST - 1 comments
Is there a Canadian program similar to Illy USA's "Illy A Casa" where good quality espresso-grind coffee can be automatically delivered to my home every 4-6 weeks?
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posted by elkerette at 9:15 AM PST - 5 comments
OzzyFilter: Black Sabbath's "Iron Man" done as a tango. Heard it on WPKN, I think. It was absolutely brilliant, but my Google foo fails me. Anyone know where I can find it?
posted by ZenMasterThis at 9:12 AM PST - 20 comments
I have a 100MBS Ethernet card on a box and the MTU is 1518 bytes, hence 12144 bits. Maximum packet throughput of the card should be around 8000 packets. But, I have seen packet rates (via perfmeter) of up to 13000. Am I missing something here ?
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posted by plep at 9:07 AM PST - 6 comments
What is the UK equivalent of Kinko's? Is there anywhere like it near Manchester?
posted by samstarling at 9:05 AM PST - 5 comments
Tracking expenses for the first time. Also, how the hell do [insert random opensource financial software] work?
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posted by Memo at 8:52 AM PST - 14 comments
Does anyone know any details about the Wright Brothers' actual brotherly relationship? I'm looking for books, anecdotes, articles, or documentaries you've read/seen that actually address this aspect of the great American story, their personalities, family dynamics, etc.
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posted by np312 at 8:49 AM PST - 5 comments
I recently purchased a car from family member which, while paid off, still has a lien on the title. The original owner never anticipated that they'd ever want to sell the car, and never had the lien removed because the lienholder entity had been purchased and merged and re-purchased several times over.
Now that I have the car, and need to get it registered, I need to track down the entity that actually has the lien on the car and get the lien removed. Any suggestions for tracking them down? Are there registries for this sort of thing? FWIW, the original lienholder was a Saab financing company in New York.
posted by cleetus at 8:27 AM PST - 3 comments
I remember a friend of mine telling me about a short story/novel/novella about a baseball pitcher whose pitched balls disappeared after leaving his hand, only to reappear in a totally different place and kill someone. There's
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posted by reenum at 7:58 AM PST - 9 comments
I am coaching my 11-year-old daughter's junior level, instructional league basketball team. I would like to implement two basic offenses - one for use against a man-to-man (girl-to-girl?) defense and one against a zone defense. Can anyone help me out with a simple, successful offensive play or set to use against each defense?
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posted by SuperSquirrel at 7:33 AM PST - 9 comments
I have extremely soft skin, but laser sharp, straight facial hair. Gross details and an actual question in the
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posted by anonymous at 7:26 AM PST - 14 comments
What do all capital letters in legal documents signify? Many legal documents contain stretches of normal text alternating with stretches that are in all-caps. Is there a legal meaning to it? What would be the ramifications of printing the all-caps portion in normal capitalization - i.e., could that render the document ineffective?
posted by dmd at 7:06 AM PST - 8 comments
Is there a charity that directly funds abortions (and the travel expenses involved for women who have to travel a long way to a clinic) for women who can't afford them? And if not, what are some of the legal issues to consider if starting such a charity?
posted by cilantro at 3:43 AM PST - 8 comments
It's gonna be a rotten Thanksgiving. Nothing tragic's happened, it's just that circumstances have conspired to make it rotten this year. What are some of the things you've done to alleviate or turn around a holiday you know isn't going to be the tiniest bit festive at all?
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posted by furiousthought at 2:18 AM PST - 34 comments
I need to send text messages on a regular basis from an automated system. Is SMS the way to go, or is there a better alternative?
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posted by spaceman_spiff at 1:14 AM PST - 8 comments
November 21
What song samples this line: "Dude, I’ll give you a hundred bucks and I’ll take you out to Benihanas if you slide that 75ft handrail…I’ll give you 600 tries, I’ll be back next week!" which a young Jason Lee says at the beginning of Spike Jonze's "
Video Days?"
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posted by nitsuj at 11:01 PM PST - 4 comments
Have you seen this trend/pattern/graph? The trend I'm looking for
looks like a "checkmark". The x-axis is time. The y-axis can be related to rating/score/likeability/satisfaction (even toss me some goofy ideas).
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posted by tasty at 10:16 PM PST - 5 comments
What feature length films have Rube Goldberg machines in them? Can you think of movies that have scenes with machines/devices that are either rube goldberg machines or rube goldberg-esque?
posted by allthewhile at 9:46 PM PST - 37 comments
One of my greatest joys is dancing to live music. When I go to shows, all I see is hipsters nodding and smoking. Life is too short for this shit — help! (Rock fan, but all genres welcome. Pittsburgh area, but all answers welcome. More inside!)
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posted by nebulawindphone at 9:36 PM PST - 27 comments
How many donor organs (specifically kidneys) are unable to be used for transplants due to damage sustained in transport?
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posted by decathecting at 9:09 PM PST - 10 comments
Will US airlines accept fresh produce -- say, 30 pounds of olives -- inside checked baggage on a domestic, inter-state flight?
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posted by aws17576 at 8:55 PM PST - 6 comments
Private, in-patient mental health facilities in Minnesota? And what's an average day like at one?
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posted by anonymous at 8:55 PM PST - 3 comments
How can I make myself temporarily impotent or at least lessen the odds of getting my wife pregnant?
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posted by anonymous at 8:55 PM PST - 50 comments
Hubby and I are planning a last minute trip to Mexico. We're going to fly into Cancun and don't plan on renting a car since we're on a tight budget. We'd like to find a beach campground that's along the Caribbean Sea where we can stay away from crowds and just relax and maybe even do some shore fishing. Would be great it's within walking distance to a small local restaurant of sorts or even if it's just stalls. Does one exist? For the life of me, I have not been able to find any budget beach camping information online. I guess what makes it more difficult is that we'd like to be able to get there by bus and/or colectivo, if possible and it will be during the holidays! I knew I should have researched before booking but we got a good price and well...it will be winter and we could use the sun! Anyone BTDT? :)
p.s. I'm totally open to suggestions! TIA!!!
posted by Jujee at 8:18 PM PST - 3 comments
Artsy fartsy filter: While thinking about the Medici family, the renaissance and the idea of commissioned works of art, I was wondering if there have ever been works of literature that have been sponsored or commissioned purely for the sake of art.
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posted by snsranch at 8:14 PM PST - 18 comments
A close relative was attacked, beaten and threatened at gunpoint, and the Sheriff and DA are protecting the attacker. How do we use litigation and/or publicity to force accountability?
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posted by univac at 7:38 PM PST - 27 comments
My daughter is doing a science fair project and we need a bunch (like 500) of illuminated 8x8" squares. These can be made out of anything -- paper, plastic, whatever -- but they need to be battery-operated.
We're hoping to spend about $1.00 per square. Any ideas?
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posted by phonepimpster at 7:03 PM PST - 16 comments
Should I buy a bass even though I can't afford one right now? Guitar Center offers no interest for a year, etc. What's the catch?
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posted by GS1977 at 5:19 PM PST - 35 comments
We're under a boil-water advisory. No outbreak, just a lot of grit in the water from landslides in the resevoir. Why is it not safe for me to wash vegetables in untreated water, but it's ok for me to wash my hands?
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posted by Salmonberry at 4:20 PM PST - 10 comments
TissueCultureFilter: Does anyone know the etymology behind calling cell scrapers 'policemen'?
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posted by porpoise at 3:24 PM PST - 5 comments
SQL question: How do I get the record with the most current date for each person's ID? Better explanation inside.
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posted by DakotaPaul at 2:31 PM PST - 14 comments
There's a job I really, really want. I spoke with HR today and I was told that any decisions could be made starting next week. Should I call again next week?
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posted by badger11 at 2:20 PM PST - 8 comments
FamilyEthicsFilter: What duty do I have to my grandfather (or, more generally, to my extended family)?
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posted by anonymous at 1:40 PM PST - 19 comments
The cat's out of the bag: I told an (non-supervisor) acquaintance at work about my (before now) secret blog. What do I need to do to not get fired?
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posted by anonymous at 1:37 PM PST - 19 comments
Computer question: How is it possible for my computer and various p2p/network game apps to communicate with the Internet when it's obvious that all my ports are closed?
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posted by zek at 1:37 PM PST - 7 comments
My mother has been kept asleep and paralyzed for almost 3 weeks now, from a horrible drug reaction. I want some advice on how she can/if she can/when she will recover.
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posted by Kickstart70 at 1:24 PM PST - 26 comments
She's been a good girl all year and asked Santa for a bunny, but she's got too many pets already. Is there a fake rabbit that will do?
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posted by Gucky at 12:57 PM PST - 28 comments
My Secret Santa has a mobile phone that she's continually missing calls/texts on because she leaves it in her bag, and it drives her daft. Is there any sort of small wireless ringer/buzzer/light that will go off when the phone does? Small enough for a keychain, ideally.
posted by bonaldi at 12:45 PM PST - 5 comments
What should I get for a 1 year old girl and a three year old boy for Christmas? They don't live in same house and can't share gifts.
posted by chickaboo at 12:44 PM PST - 17 comments
I have a bunch of APA-style refs in a huge (580+ page) MS Word document. How do I get them all into EndNote?
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posted by Squid Voltaire at 12:25 PM PST - 3 comments
I want to read something by
Thomas Bernhard. I understand that his works are incredibly bleak, but that they lie on a continuum: ranging from blackly humorous to straight-up splenetic. If I am a fan of
Hilary Mantel, which Bernhard book might be good to start with?
posted by everichon at 12:18 PM PST - 11 comments
So I'm pretty sure I just took a second dose of my once daily meds. Don't worry I'll be fine physically. I'm realizing that if my meds bottle had a timer attached to it that reset itself every time is was opened, I wouldn't have to worry about this in the future. Anyone know of any?
posted by JakeLL at 12:16 PM PST - 17 comments
Homer Price or...? Its a story about a group of juvenile inventor sorts who buy a WWII surplus midget sub at an auction and fix it up. Hilarity ensues. Old age besets the reader and he can't remember what book that was -- perhaps you do? I believe it was a collection of such misadventures.
posted by Ogre Lawless at 12:05 PM PST - 11 comments
(Birthday filter)I am not young enough to know everything. -- Oscar Wilde- Today I turn 28, I have been extremely lucky in life (though this year was full of hiccups). Though this past year was a bit trying, I have plenty to be thankful for. I would love for you guys to give me some advice for the upcoming year. What do you wish you had known at 28 that you know now? Some pearls of wisdom would be the best gift I can ask for. Thanks guys!
posted by boyinmiami at 11:59 AM PST - 35 comments
[Gradschooletiquettefilter] I'm currently working on an MS in geology. I'm just into my second year. For a number of reasons, I'm pretty unhappy with my current project, and am considering switching, and would like some advice on how to do so respectfully. There is, of course...
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posted by HighTechUnderpants at 11:48 AM PST - 6 comments
I'm considering subscribing to a local WISP in the city I live in. Unfortunately, the guy's Wi-Fi network is using WEP encryption and I'm more than a little concerned about security. I doubt one customer recommending his small operation migrate to WPA or WPA2 would yield any results. Is there anything I can do to secure my connection?
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posted by Dr.James.Orin.Incandenza at 11:31 AM PST - 4 comments
Is there a significant or important difference, in any professional or disciplinary vocabulary or within any academic discourse, between the words 'efficacy' and 'effectiveness'?
posted by milkman at 11:20 AM PST - 15 comments
[MovieFilter]: Movie from late 80s early 90s that used to air on HBO all the time involving martial arts and the main character's name was Leroy. And as always...
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posted by eleongonzales at 10:56 AM PST - 10 comments
Awhile ago I found a link to an RSS reader called Good News on this site. It was fun while I had it, but thanks to a reformat due to overly gregarious bluescreens, I lost the installer. It's one of those independent open source thingers with an address buried deep on a personal website, if I remember right, and its name is making it impossible to search for. Could anyone help me find it again?
posted by saysthis at 10:38 AM PST - 3 comments
How do I properly prepare Chinese Gunpowder Green Tea? My mom recently received as a gift a box of Chinese Gunpowder Green Tea (
brand pictured here). We'd like to try it but we're both confused about how to prepare it, since we've never been big tea drinkers and until now have been spoiled by the convenience of teabags.
posted by DrSkrud at 10:22 AM PST - 17 comments
Gmail-Hack-Attack-Filter: I installed the Greasemonkey script for Gmail as spelled out
here, and it works just super-awesome, except for one thing...
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posted by allkindsoftime at 9:16 AM PST - 2 comments
For some reason, the first few sips of beer give me sharp pains in my shoulder and elbow joints. First noticed it a few years ago and forgot all about it until last weekend as I only drink red wine and the occassional pint of cider now.
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posted by twistedonion at 8:56 AM PST - 16 comments
Y'know how, in cartoons, when one is knocked out, particularly in a boxing match, there'll be stars floating around your head as you lay there? My grandfather said this was based on a real medical condition where boxers would see 'stars' of light in their field of vision after getting knocked out, and I need to know more about this. Details inside.
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posted by Ash3000 at 8:39 AM PST - 32 comments
Charity Gift: 16-year-old girl wants a silver wristwatch. Price range is about $35. No other information available about the girl; anonymous gift from tree at work. What hip watches meet these criteria?
posted by JDC8 at 8:25 AM PST - 15 comments
I'm looking for a task list manager for a fast food restaurant that would work with a hand-held device such as a Palm.
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posted by einarorn at 8:02 AM PST - 5 comments
I just heard an
NPR story about how history books have changed to reflect the books' editorial biases. For instance, the author cites aged history books changing explanation of the reason for the Mexican-American war. Have any of you MeFites done any (formal or informal) research into this phenomenon? How can I learn more?
posted by parilous at 7:57 AM PST - 15 comments
Javascript / HTML : Let's say I have a page called 'foo.html' that opens a new window using the command window.open('http://ask.metafilter.com','newWindow'). Now let's say I navigate AWAY from my original page 'foo.html' to a page call 'bar.html' still leaving 'newWindow' open. Is there anyway I can get a handle on 'newWindow' from 'bar.html' even though I have navigated away from its opener 'foo.html'? I basically want to be able to change the url of 'newWindow' at anytime from any page on my website. Alternate solutions accepted.
posted by jasondigitized at 7:53 AM PST - 4 comments
Please help me COMPLETELY remove quicktime from my system (at least, that's what I think I need to do)
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posted by quibx at 7:19 AM PST - 5 comments
Is it possible to sort a spreadsheet alphabetically by last letter or by retrograde spelling? Excel, StatView, etc.?
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posted by imposster at 7:11 AM PST - 6 comments
Has anyone taken ice through airport security? It's a solid, of course, but I wonder (idly) what the reaction would be.
posted by amtho at 6:56 AM PST - 11 comments
Firefox plugin: I'm after the name/link of the extension that will add the URL of a pop-up window as an additional header field, when the rest of the 'normal' window architecture/controls have been stripped out.
posted by peacay at 6:45 AM PST - 7 comments
What's the cheapest (but safe) way to ship several heavy boxes from the UK to Canada?
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posted by Marquis at 5:36 AM PST - 7 comments
Is homeopathy good for society? How should it be regulated? Are there any good studies to this effect?
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posted by Arcaz Ino at 4:42 AM PST - 24 comments
CSSFilter: Why won't my border divs fill in IE 7 as they do in Firefox? Why won't my bordered area stretch in IE either?
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posted by cowbellemoo at 2:47 AM PST - 10 comments
I've been asked to look into a predictive dialling system for a small team of outbound telesales agents who're bored of listening to the phone ring for 6 hours a day.
Does anyone around here have any experience of the different systems available; implementation pitfalls, advantages and disadvantages of each?
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posted by whoojemaflip at 2:47 AM PST - 6 comments
Dubai. I'm headed to dubai for work (for about two weeks) in the very near future for work.
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posted by filmgeek at 2:33 AM PST - 13 comments
I tried turning off the welcome screen running Win XP Pro, but somehow managed to switch the default user to Administrator. So in order to get to my normal settings, I have to log out of that, then enter in my normal login name, and only then I'm back to normal. How can I switch it to the normal login (without the welcome screen)?
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posted by zardoz at 1:07 AM PST - 3 comments
November 20
I am a late 20s dude. I have two teenage sisters. What can we do while I am visiting them in Minneapolis?
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posted by samh23 at 11:44 PM PST - 16 comments
A few years back I found an MP3 for a song called "I am a Liverpudlian" by a band from New Zealand or Australia. Then I lost it. What was the band's name?
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posted by DoubtingThomas at 10:34 PM PST - 4 comments
My 66 year old mother is looking for games to entertain herself with on long flights. What small devices might be right for her?
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posted by tkolar at 10:30 PM PST - 19 comments
I am looking for an excellent tailor in either Hoi An or Bankok that would be able to custom tailor a new wardrobe for me via the internet.
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posted by rubyeyo at 9:26 PM PST - 5 comments
I'm thinking about buying a gaming system, but I'm unsure about which one would be a good fit for me. What gaming console should I buy?
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posted by LouMac at 9:12 PM PST - 30 comments
There's a standard cartoon routine, where a woman whose head you can't see puts a pie on the windowsill, "fingers of aroma" waft off the pie and swirl around until they find this particular cartoon character and pull him towards the pie which he then discovers and steals.
I'm pretty sure it's a Looney Tunes character. It was a recurring schtik but I'm pretty sure it was always the same Looney Tunes character. Which one?
posted by mikemonteiro at 8:51 PM PST - 16 comments
In a few days, I'll be interviewing
Jamiel Terry, son of the outspoken evangelical Randall Terry. I don't want it to be simply a rehash of the other interviews from Beliefnet and Washington Post. Any creative questions you think I should ask? Any questions you feel haven't already been answered? Thanks!
posted by premiumpolar at 8:34 PM PST - 14 comments
The unanswerable(?) questions about rates. RE: Web design, development, photography and the works. There is, of course:
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posted by IronLizard at 8:33 PM PST - 7 comments
Help! Gift suggestion for the couple that has everything. Find us a gift so my girlfriend and I don't get disowned.
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posted by wuzandfuzz at 8:20 PM PST - 15 comments
New Zealand song filter: I love the Mutton Birds' haunting "
White Valiant," but I have no idea what it means. Can any Kiwis (or Kiwi-music enthusiasts) tell me what the song is about?
posted by Admiral Haddock at 8:10 PM PST - 8 comments
All of the sudden I can't log in to my sitemeter account. I have no idea why. The login form is correctly filled out, and I don't even get an error message. It just won't let me access my statistics. Any suggestions?
posted by lisaj32 at 7:55 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I stave off allergies to cigarette smoke for four nights? I'm really looking forward to going to my boyfriend's house for Thanksgiving--but his mom is a heavy smoker, and cigarette smoke and I . . . don't get along.
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posted by schroedinger at 7:44 PM PST - 24 comments
The mass consumer whorism that will be going on this Black Friday makes me somewhat ill. On the other hand, I wouldn't mind getting an LCD TV.. any tips?
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posted by pinksoftsoap at 7:39 PM PST - 7 comments
I've searched and searched, but everyone has albums. I'm the one whose been downloading singles off p2p networks for ages. I've never owned an album/cd. Which is why this is slightly hard for me..
Now, some of them have whacky tags, and some of them have whacky filenames.
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posted by Devileyezz at 7:37 PM PST - 7 comments
What are some ways that history or myths have been used to justify events happening in the present (or in the recent past)?
posted by friendlyfire at 7:21 PM PST - 15 comments
What is the name of the pop song from the late 90s whose videoclip starred a toy bear as a record industry executive? As I recall the song had no lyrics. Any information about this song also appreciated.
posted by vizsla at 7:17 PM PST - 5 comments
I have an i-pod, but want a digital recorder so am thinking of an i-river. from what i know, there are many different levels of mic quality in them. does anyone know the detail? i am staying in japan so the models are a little different, and the info isnt easy to come by. remember, i only really want it for recording. thanks...
posted by edtut at 6:59 PM PST - 9 comments
I want to get a tattoo on one of my hands. This will be my first. Know a good place near Binghamton or Poughkeepsie NY, or have other advice?
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posted by tylermoody at 6:54 PM PST - 9 comments
After a last minute sale of my condo, the deal on the house I bought closes on Thursday. I need to arrange for utilities, insurance, and some repairs, and have next-to-no time to do research. If you have a satisfactory provider of any of these things and said provider's services are available to a Torontonian, recommend away! And of course I'll think of you all when I'm doing my happy dance on my rooftop terrace;-)
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posted by orange swan at 5:25 PM PST - 8 comments
I'm totally entranced by
this post in projects about electronics surplus stores. I'm an electrical engineering student in Lexington, Kentucky and over winter break I'll be home in the Washington, DC area. Where can I find a place like that in the general vicinity of those locales? I have friends willing to drive rather far if required.
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posted by phrontist at 3:42 PM PST - 3 comments
How best to extract the Java runtime environment for repackaging with an application?
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posted by ChrisR at 3:42 PM PST - 19 comments
My girlfriend is a very illegal immigrant living in the United States. When we get married, what will the residency process be like?
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posted by anonymous at 3:36 PM PST - 28 comments
How to learn to break a problem down into manageable pieces and analyze a challenge logically and think under pressures?
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posted by cluelessguru at 3:34 PM PST - 12 comments
Hi, I am a junior in college and from my past internship have some money laying around. Ive decided to finally get my head around the investing side of things, I need reccomendations on investing 500 - 1000 bucks.
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posted by radsqd at 3:23 PM PST - 12 comments
Know of an online collaborative bookmarking tool for within a closed set of users ? Of course, there's
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posted by superfurry at 2:17 PM PST - 5 comments
Looking for a Desert Storm-era humor song. The song was about Saddam Hussein, and I remember it from one of the dumb "morning zoo" type radio programs in Cleveland. The lyrics I remember are "He's a middle-east beast/He reads from right to left!/He's a wacky Iraqi."
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posted by ferociouskitty at 2:08 PM PST - 4 comments
Please translate accurately the following English phrase into conversational Spanish: "I only stopped for coffee."
posted by jackypaper at 1:36 PM PST - 18 comments
What are the chances of me being able to use some Google Earth images in a self-published military history book? We're talking small peanuts black & white images, non high-res, of some military locations in Asia. I expect no more than 100-200 book copies in circulation.
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posted by calhound at 1:29 PM PST - 6 comments
I suddenly (3 months ago) have "dark circles" under my eyes, what to do? I thought it may be fall allergies but winter has set in and no change.
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posted by jacobjacobs at 12:20 PM PST - 18 comments
i'm going to northwest england for new years. where's the vegan food! am i going to freeze?
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posted by kendrak at 12:12 PM PST - 14 comments
A story has come to me through the telephone game that is society that has piqued my interest. Does anyone have a source for the following story, which I presume is fictional:
An Irish man dies while travelling in Tibet, and the only piece of literature they have about Ireland and Irish funeral customs is Finnegan's Wake.
posted by Kattullus at 11:45 AM PST - 16 comments
I need a lamp for my Toshiba 44NHM84 DLP. The repair place wants $471.01 for the lamp, this seems a tad high to me. I am, however, having a hard time finding a lamp from a non-Ebay source online. Where should I go for DLP lamp replacements?
posted by geoff. at 11:21 AM PST - 7 comments
We're considering a job-related move to Corpus Christi, Texas, a place we know nothing about. I'd appreciate hearing anything you can tell us about the area.
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posted by LadyBonita at 10:53 AM PST - 14 comments
I'm considering getting a Nintendo Wii and was wondering if any new owners would care to share there experiences.
posted by brevator at 10:14 AM PST - 35 comments
I am writing a children's book (first time). I can't decide whether to use present or past tense. Here's a sample in present tense:
Bobby walks slowly into the water. The waves rush up over his feet, but he is not afraid because the same thing happened last time. He goes a little farther. And a little farther. The water is up to his knees.
and past tense:
Bobby walked slowly into the water. The waves rushed up over his feet, but he was not afraid because the same thing happened last time. He went a little farther. And a little farther. The water was up to his knees.
The present tense seems a little more "active", but past tense has certain story telling quality. Any comments on why I should use one or the other?
posted by allelopath at 9:52 AM PST - 17 comments
Two days ago I got what I thought was the beginning of a cold sore at the corner of my mouth. Today I woke up and my entire face was a puffy mess. What's going on?
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posted by honeydew at 9:26 AM PST - 11 comments
Wikipedia posits the mid- to late-1800s as the time when we first started seeing time travel in literature. Are there older examples? Is there an analog from antiquity -- some similar concept articulated in an ancient culture or mythology? A folk tale?
posted by blueshammer at 9:08 AM PST - 13 comments
CSS/HTML Filter: I'm trying to have a gradient on top, and a gradient on bottom, with white in the middle. I've set the background of the page to white, and the gradient on top works, but anything I can think of to make the bottom gradient show up won't work.
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posted by fvox13 at 8:48 AM PST - 8 comments
How should I handle an unethical former employer who is contacting my employment references for his own purposes?
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posted by kimdog at 7:53 AM PST - 3 comments
Tragic miscommunication leading to sudden $3500+ fee, for person with no savings and a strict day-to-day type budget. Just found out about this and have now finished hyperventilating enough to type. This is not an emergency timewise, but I'd truly be grateful for any advice you can give.
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posted by anonymous at 7:37 AM PST - 81 comments
I'm thinking of getting a Mac Mini... but will it be able to do everything I want it to do?
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posted by reklaw at 5:31 AM PST - 23 comments
I'm running a PhPBB forum. Spammers have found it. Mysterious strangers selling vigorous blue pills popped up from nowhere.
Now I need to build something that will prevent spammers from polluting it. Is there a silver bullet that prevents all spammers from ever posting on PHPBB forums ? (I know, but I'm an eternal optimistic).
Any antispam mods that has been successfullyt tested someone would like to recommend ?
Thanks in adavance.
posted by Baud at 5:19 AM PST - 8 comments
How hard is it, as a (relatively) long-time musician, to pick up new instruments? (more specifically, as a guitarist moving to other areas)
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posted by invitapriore at 3:19 AM PST - 11 comments
California music filter: me and my girlfriend are planning a road trip in California next year. I'm looking for the best songs about California -to play while driving our camper van.
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posted by IZ at 1:17 AM PST - 50 comments
has kenny g written any original compositions? if so, how many? has anyone ever gone to a kenny g show? if so, would you see another?
posted by defmute at 12:56 AM PST - 9 comments
So what are the other common big sales events/times besides Black Friday? Specifically after next March.
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posted by empyrean at 12:23 AM PST - 6 comments
November 19
How do I approach the IRS? They got me - dead to rights - I screwed up a few years back, when rolling over my 401K into a IRA (then into a downpayment for my house). I *thought* my credit union paid taxes on that money when I rolled it over. I made a mistake. Now, that I'm "caught up", and ready to pony up the delinquent taxes, what the best way to ask the IRS to waive the penalties? Say "Pretty, please?" Everyone says one *can* negotiate with the IRS. So how, would one go about doing so? What might one do to make a positive outcome more likely?
posted by derekb at 9:02 PM PST - 9 comments
Just a couple weeks ago, my computer was so cooperative. Now I'm getting freeze-ups at the strangest times. I'm the definition of an End User, but with AskMe's help, I might just get XP tamed!
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posted by EatTheWeak at 8:41 PM PST - 24 comments
Franksgiving was the notorious GOP / DEM legislative dispute over which Thursday in November was to be the official day of giving thanks. It seems unlikely the Mayflower gang had the coveted 4 day weekends in mind.
Why is Thanksgiving always held on a Thursday and who deemed it so?
posted by Fupped Duck at 8:40 PM PST - 4 comments
Should I leave my career and my passion for 10+ years—journalism?
Since I was teen I’ve been passionate about journalism. I’ve studied and worked professionally in at it for more than 12 years, but I fear I’m burning out and lately have considered leaving for a career in design/creative services/Web design/multimedia/teaching/consulting.
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posted by jkl345 at 8:21 PM PST - 7 comments
I just came back from my mom's house, where I watched several episodes of Mythbusters (I live in a cave and dont have cable so when I can I watch it) but any way our favorite mefi Adam Savage, had this really great jacket on and I would love to know more about it. Of course...
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posted by ShawnString at 7:52 PM PST - 6 comments
What did you say to your significant other when you asked for their hand in marriage? Or, on the flip side, what was said to you?
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posted by yellowbkpk at 7:44 PM PST - 50 comments
How do I get Flickr to log me in automatically without also automatically logging me into Yahoo?
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posted by aerotive at 7:19 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I go about cashing or depositing a check made out to my 4 month year old daughter? The check was a gift, I deposited in our bank account, and the dang bank returned it, charged us a fee, because she isn't on the account. What is the easiest way around this?
posted by davidvan at 7:17 PM PST - 17 comments
Where can I learn about the possible consequences of future global warming, sea-level-rise, etc on the climate of the continental US?
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posted by Alterscape at 6:55 PM PST - 5 comments
I'd like to learn some Swedish, could you recommend some Swedish television or movies subtitled in English?
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posted by Tzarius at 6:48 PM PST - 12 comments
I currently work as an ecologist and my job is taking in the direction of conservation planning. I am thinking about taking some courses in this field with some of professional development funding this coming year. Does anyone know of any good short courses in this field?
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posted by buttercup at 6:37 PM PST - 3 comments
OK. We've been in a house in San Diego for a few years. It has a fireplace with some kind of gas jet in it. The gas is controlled by what looks like a big key in the wall next to it. We've never really used this because, well, it's San Diego. Seems a little silly. But this weekend I got to thinking that it might be something interesting to have running while we eat our Thanksgiving sushi.
So ... how in the heck do we use this thing? I can turn on the gas and light it, and we get a "fire." But it's not particularly pleasant or romantic. Is this even the correct usage?? Or are we supposed to put some kind of logs or something in there?
Thanks.
posted by mpemulis at 6:12 PM PST - 20 comments
Canon SD400: When connected to my Win2k PC, the camera doesn't show up as a drive. Should it?
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posted by skwm at 6:02 PM PST - 5 comments
[malaysia filter] I'll probably be in Kuala Lumpur at the end of the month for about 3 days. I'm looking for something fun to do that I might not have done having been there before. There's
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posted by kaydo at 4:59 PM PST - 3 comments
Who is the
original source for the quote "the ship of state is the only ship that leaks from the top"?
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posted by krisjohn at 4:03 PM PST - 5 comments
Weird noise filter: the heater in my new apartment makes this metallic noise every so often. What is it, and can I make it stop?
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posted by azuresunday at 3:55 PM PST - 4 comments
My second-generation iPod nano sometimes seems to lose right-channel sound, on any pair of ear buds, headphones, or speakers; only pushing the jack "up" towards the front restores the right channel, and even then only temporarily. Is this just what these iPods do, or is my particular unit defective?
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posted by cmyers at 3:21 PM PST - 9 comments
Are there lots of librarian jobs in Canada?
Does what university I graduate from really matter when I apply for jobs?
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posted by HotPatatta at 12:53 PM PST - 23 comments
WikiFilter: Help me find a lightweight wiki that
does not use CamelCase linking.
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posted by Harry at 12:06 PM PST - 6 comments
Chemistry and flavour: Do all sugars taste sweet? Are there substances that are sweet tasting that are not sugars/carbohydrates?
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posted by winston at 11:57 AM PST - 12 comments
A new question about ass pain:
I've just finished a week-and-a-half course of anti-biotics after some dental surgery. One of the side effects, I assume because of the eradication of digestive bacteria, is that the amount of shit I've been putting out has tripled. I used to be a twice-a-day man, now it's three times and the volume is huge.
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posted by anonymous at 9:07 AM PST - 13 comments
Last night I got into a discussion with the proprietor of our local pub. For years I have heard from various sources that certain pubs in the united states get their Guinness airlifted in from Ireland (or the U.K.). Now I don't mean specially airlifted, simply that it comes in the cargo hold of an aer lingus flight or some such to maintain the ultimate freshness. One person who told me this is my wife's (born in Dublin) friend who worked for Guinness. Now the proprietor insists this is not true and told me if I can prove it I can drink free Guinness in his pub for the rest of my life. I can not find any evidence of this on the Internet, can anyone provide any evidence for this?
posted by JpMaxMan at 9:04 AM PST - 34 comments
Recently I have discovered the joys of brown rice. Brand recommendations and a place to buy in NYC near PATH?
posted by bastionofsanity at 8:48 AM PST - 7 comments
I'm a twenty-six-year-old fraternal twin, writing on behalf of both of us. Our mother has just revealed to us that the man we know as Dad is not our biological father. And the only person who knew the identity of our biological father...is dead.
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posted by anonymous at 6:57 AM PST - 36 comments
I'm an attorney with several decades of experience. Currently practicing in Oregon, but interested in finding a new position in the San Diego area (I've been a member of the California Bar since 1977). I've found relatively few openings using all of the usual suspects, search engines, legal websites local to San Diego and/or CA. Any suggestions or ideas as to how to find the opportunities that I'm not running across? Have really no local San Diego contacts "to plow". Interested in any substantive legal-related positions, not just attorney. Transactional or litigation.
posted by america4 at 6:53 AM PST - 7 comments
Does "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse" mean "I'm so hungry I could eat at much meat as is on a horse's bones (without getting full)" or "I'm so hungry I'd be willing to eat something as (presumably) unappetizing as horse meat"?
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posted by 23skidoo at 6:41 AM PST - 30 comments
Do you "own" a domain name that you register with a site like godaddy? ie, could you sell it in a couple years? If not, how can you buy a domain name. I'm looking for investment purposes.
posted by Maia at 5:32 AM PST - 11 comments
I've got an idea for a web-based product that, when completed, could eventually make me a millionaire. I'm confident it would work, I've got the necessary programming skills and all the steps from beginning to end mapped out in my head. And yet, I'm completely unable to start actually doing something – anything – about it. It's been the same thing over and over again with lesser ideas and small personal projects throughout my life, and I don't know how to break the cycle now that I
REALLY should. Anyone have any ideas?
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posted by lifeless at 4:45 AM PST - 29 comments
My friend disappeared years ago. Now Geraldo and others are sliming her. What's the best way to set the record straight?
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posted by Mutant at 1:14 AM PST - 17 comments
November 18
Car driver making right-hand turn at an intersection in front of cyclist with a lot of pedestrians in the crosswalk. The driver steers to the right, stops, and blocks the entire right-hand lane from left-hand lines to the line of the crosswalk. What should the cyclist do? And why do (some) drivers do this?
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posted by philfromhavelock at 11:34 PM PST - 24 comments
What's the song in the Geico commercial with the caveman in the airport? "Everywhere I go ... "
posted by 5bux at 11:06 PM PST - 9 comments
I'm looking for a short online movie featuring children's book style illustration, descriptive labels floating above every labelable thing throughout (tree, rabbit, grass, knife, etc.), and a rather gruesome storyline about the wages of greed.
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posted by truenorth at 9:52 PM PST - 2 comments
I have an idea for an improvement on a current product. How do I materialize it?
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posted by h2 at 9:27 PM PST - 11 comments
Quicken: If you're unmarried but living together, how should you answer the "are you married question" when setting up Quicken?
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posted by mollymolo at 8:07 PM PST - 5 comments
In the 2002 Winter Olympics, there was a female figure skater or ice dancer with a Celtic/Irish name. Her name had a traditional spelling and the announcers were constantly stumbling over the pronunciation.
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posted by TauLepton at 6:39 PM PST - 18 comments
Quit smoking, need weight management. Can you recommend a nutritionist in San Francisco?
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posted by Dataphage at 6:36 PM PST - 5 comments
"Papers Please" Part II. Readers of
my previous question may be glad to know my gf finally got her visa. My new question is, what's the deal with getting a new passport, now that the visa's already attached to this old ('damaged') passport? As usual, there's
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posted by jeb at 5:55 PM PST - 6 comments
I normally dress preppy but was recently told that it doesn't match my personality which is antisocial. People tell me I act like the person that should have lots of tattoos and dress like the lead singer of a modern rock band, but I dont like that style, any suggestions on stores or styles of dress that will fit my personality? links to pictures etc
posted by antisocialiting at 3:43 PM PST - 31 comments
(Blogfilter) I've had a BlogHarbor blog for ages and want to move all the posts to TypePad. Problem is, BlogHarbor exports an XML file that Typepad can't recognise.
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posted by Sifter at 2:44 PM PST - 2 comments
Is it legal for landlords in the United States and the State of Colorado to pay the utilities for a building and then evenly divide the sum between all of the apartments? Someone told me that there was law against this but I have been unable to locate it. They said that essentially all units must be metered or the rent can be raised to "include utilities" but that they could not pass utilities on without metering apartments so that each pays their share.
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posted by occidental at 2:11 PM PST - 6 comments
In a ranking system, when you have multiple items with similar rankings, how can you give more weight to those with the most votes?
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posted by bjork24 at 12:59 PM PST - 14 comments
I saw a book once on the various types of woods, and included in the book (bound in) were thin samples of each wood so you got to see the wood itself rather than a photo. But I can't recall the name of the book and numerous searches have turned up nothing. FWIW, I saw the book in a bookstore in Berkeley that specializes in architectural/building books. Any ideas of the title and/or source for the book? Thanks.
posted by LeisureGuy at 12:41 PM PST - 13 comments
Where is the best place to store my MP3 collection on my Linux (Debian) PC?
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posted by DZ-015 at 12:27 PM PST - 9 comments
I recently had a terrific first interview for a position at a very nice four-star hotel. I'm scheduled for a follow-up phone interview in a few days during which I will be asked a few "general business questions about my background". What sort of questions should I expect?
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posted by LeeJay at 11:12 AM PST - 10 comments
I'm about to buy my first briefcase, and I'm looking for advice. I don't need to carry a laptop, I just want something that will help me juggle a couple books, my planner, loose sheets of paper, a 3-ring binder, a newspaper, and my purse as I go between home, work and work-related appointments. It should be easy to carry, professional looking, good at organizing these things, and maybe it can replace my purse during the work day. What are the best features of awesome briefcases? What should I be wary of?
posted by croutonsupafreak at 11:11 AM PST - 7 comments
I currently live in Utah, and my mother is sending me my great-grandmother's jewelry for me to sell as a way to help subsidize my move to California. I've sold contemporary jewelry in pawn shops before, but I think that with these pieces being from the 20s, I should be able to get more than "weight of gold"....what is the best way to go about selling these?
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posted by polexxia at 10:05 AM PST - 7 comments
I'm going to Japan next week. I've already reviewed the general "what should I do?" threads, and those have been great, but I have some specific requests and questions.
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posted by brett at 10:00 AM PST - 20 comments
A friend of mine is opening a cafe with internet access and has asked for my help setting up the computers. What needs to be done?
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posted by gfrobe at 9:50 AM PST - 24 comments
I've been hyped by all these threads about safety razor and decided that I was gonna stop buying cheap disposable razor and use one of those instead.
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posted by PowerCat at 9:31 AM PST - 15 comments
I recently purchased a 23" Apple Cinema Display for use with my 12" Powerbook G4. It's great. It's a boon to productivity.
However, sometimes when I plug or unplug all of the monitor cords to my laptop, the system becomes unresponsive. This is Immensely Frustrating. The laptop's screen goes black and does not respond. (The keyboard still works — I can get the Caps Lock light to turn on and off.) Why does it do this? What am I doing wrong.
What's the correct way to be moving to and from this display? The manual is no help, nor is Apple's web site (surprise, surprise).
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posted by jdroth at 9:25 AM PST - 23 comments
Name That Book: vague recollection of reading a book in (?) sixth grade or so, in the "Young Adult" category, circa 1976-78. The only detail that I can recall is that there were buttons - of the type that are used on coats - and that at least one of the buttons came to life. I believe the button was in the shape of a person or character. Any ideas?
posted by davidmsc at 9:25 AM PST - 7 comments
I've lost 50 pounds and need to keep it off. I'm also by nature a "grazer" (wanting to eat all the time), which is how I gained all the weight, but calorie restriction just isn't working any more. There's
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posted by jspierre at 8:25 AM PST - 25 comments
VoIP over EVDO. If you've tried it (especially on Sprint's Rev A EVDO), how do you like it? I'd be using Skype, using it rarely, and only using it during calls -- not leaving it
idling and using bandwidth. (With my current Sprint phone-as-modem setup on 1xRTT, I average 400-600ms pings -- i.e., too much latency for VoIP even if I had enough bandwidth. But on Sprint's
now active EVDO Rev A, they claim latency of 100-150ms and upstream averaging 300-400k.) Yes, I know EVDO is not in the TOS. And I connect primarily from NYC in strong-signal areas.
posted by allterrainbrain at 8:15 AM PST - 4 comments
Animated gif source -- guy tosses gun in the air and catches it in pants; shoots ninjas. Know where it's from?
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posted by dreamsign at 7:58 AM PST - 6 comments
About twenty years ago I borrowed a book from a local library.I cannot remember either the exact title or author and the library do not have a record of my borrowings.It was a newly published large/thick coffee table hardback book filled with rather kitsch and brightly coloured religious pictures created by the author.As far as I can recall she was a Eastern European Catholic nun/sister whose name was used in the title.As in 'The Thoughts of Sister X'.It would make an old man very happy if he could track down this obscure volume.
posted by Dr.Pill at 7:24 AM PST - 11 comments
Help with MS Access needed please - I'm told it should be a fairly simple query to conduct, but I don't think I'm upto the task solo. Can the hive mind help?
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posted by dance at 7:03 AM PST - 12 comments
Where do I find clothes online that are similar to what Muhammad Yunus wore on The Daily Show yesterday?
posted by Jairus at 3:41 AM PST - 6 comments
Is there a way to exclude a search term at youtube?
posted by wsg at 1:38 AM PST - 2 comments
What is a typical craniosacral therapy session like? Please share your first-person experiences. Also, any recommendations for a practitioner in Nashville?
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posted by peppermint22 at 12:24 AM PST - 16 comments
I have a cat, a camera, and decent photoshop skills. Help me come up with clever things to do that fit into the meme about the cats doing things that is all over the internet.
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posted by andoatnp at 12:20 AM PST - 16 comments
November 17
So your best friend is toxic and finally you decide you need to get her out of your life. How do you say goodbye?
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posted by barrakuda at 9:59 PM PST - 35 comments
Anyone know who does the theme song on this season's (season 4) The Wire? Damn it's good.
posted by xmutex at 9:45 PM PST - 8 comments
What are some good ideas of DIY gifts I can make and give to family and close friends for Christmas? I'm a poor college student, which means it has to be very cheap, but meaningful.
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posted by pontouf at 9:38 PM PST - 17 comments
I'm finding myself liking punkish/gothic/emo type clothes (I never have before), such as Criminal Damage's "Hook Trench" and "Military Jacket" coats. Is this acceptable for wearing-around clothes, or just too "weird" for most people? I'd like input on this, since it's all rather new to me.
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posted by Phyltre at 9:32 PM PST - 35 comments
We've adopted a stray kitten. I took her to the vet 2 weeks ago and yep, she's pregnant. I'm actually quite excited! I couldn't find a ask-mefi thread on pregnant cats, so I thought I'd ask for advice.
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posted by killThisKid at 9:15 PM PST - 16 comments
Calling all guitar geeks: I've got an x0 birthday coming up and with that I've got a hankering to get into music, and guitar seems like something I can geek into...
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posted by Heywood Mogroot at 8:25 PM PST - 9 comments
With Firefox 2.0 (did not happen on 1.5.) when I return to the previous page via the back button, I am always sent to the top of the previous page regardless of how far I had scrolled down prior to jumping to the next page. Can I set it to go back to the spot I had scrolled to and not to the top or am I stuck? (My current workaround is to use the add on script that creates a duplicate tab)
posted by JohnnyGunn at 7:22 PM PST - 8 comments
Anybody know a good camping / backpacking spot in California that's not snowed under yet and is a decent drive from San Francisco (< 8 hours, not involving snow chains)?
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posted by salvia at 7:10 PM PST - 15 comments
How can I keep my laptop well-maintained when I DJ in smokey clubs? I DJ and play live music w/ my laptop in clubs, and usually there's a lot of smoke. What kind of preventetive measures and regular maintenance can I do to keep the smoke from really jankin' my lappy up?
posted by itchi23 at 7:05 PM PST - 7 comments
I'm about to buy a new pair of eyeglasses. For my prescription I want high index progressive lenses. I want the high index so the lenses will be as thin as possible. I keep hearing that Zeiss lenses are better than other brands and would like to know if this is true before I spend my money. Costco does not sell Zeiss. Is whatever Coscto sells as good optically?
posted by dclawyer at 7:01 PM PST - 8 comments
Hi everyone. My first question even though I've been reading for quite awhile. My wife is looking into Lasik in the Chicago or the Chicago suburbs. She is nearsighted with stigmatisms. She heard a commercial on our NPR for a Michigan Ave. laser clinic and called. They told her it would be $2,500-3,000 per eye. Her vision is precious to me and I certainly don't want to go to a cheap place but that seems insanely expensive. We're looking for recomendations of good doctors in the chicago area and information about whether this price is as high as it sounds to me. My feeling is we're paying for a posh Michigan Ave. location not for great doctors and service. Thanks everyone.
posted by elkton at 7:00 PM PST - 10 comments
Help me be Santa Claus! I'm playing Santa for my small town's Christmas parade, and pictures etc with kids after. I'd like some tips on things I haven't yet thought of or been told (particularly related to interacting with the kids). (A Google search didn't get me much.) Tips from your experiences and pointers to relevant websites both welcomed. Thanks!
posted by attercoppe at 6:37 PM PST - 7 comments
Does anyone know what song that is a remix of either the Mike Jones song "Know What I'm Saying" or has a sample of the hook in the song. It's kind of a clubby / workout type of song.
posted by ehamilt0n at 5:10 PM PST - 2 comments
Will i need to remove and replace my soundcard for windows to recognise it? Sound card driver is installed but the hardware itself isnt recognised.
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posted by freddymetz at 4:39 PM PST - 8 comments
My mom just quit her job because of nepotism. She doesn't have a degree, so what kind of places should she shop her resumé around to?
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posted by fujiko at 3:25 PM PST - 9 comments
Recommendations please for a brazilian/ hollywood wax (all off, no landing strip) for a bloke, in London.
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posted by goo at 3:11 PM PST - 5 comments
My company produces monthly invoices which are badly designed and over complicated. Our customers are confused, and it's generating large amounts of calls into our call center with questions about what's on the invoice.
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posted by girlgeeknz at 2:20 PM PST - 12 comments
Over the past few months I've been waking up several times during the night with an extremely turgid
painful erection that won't go away unless I stand up and walk around for a bit, or raise my legs or squeeze my thigh muscles. When this happens, I don't feel sexually aroused and my penis doesn't feel responsive in any way - it seems to be purely a blood-pressure thing of some sort.
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posted by anonymous at 2:03 PM PST - 20 comments
Why do toilets in private homes generally have a tank, whereas in most commercial/public/dormitory/stadium/etc. restrooms they do not have a tank?
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posted by wondercow at 12:27 PM PST - 17 comments
Does anybody know about the Broadcast Training Network? Is it a reliable school for broadcasting? Does its system work? Is it a good school? Or are they quacks looking for a quick buck?
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posted by ashbury at 12:21 PM PST - 2 comments
Cheap (<$120, ideally much less) hotel in Downtown Seattle and in San Jose. Must have internet access. Cheapo car rental in San Jose - and places to look to live?
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posted by lalochezia at 12:20 PM PST - 9 comments
I'm doing a code review and I'm keeping track of my findngs on an Excel spreadsheet. I need to generate reports that show vital details about the source code file being reviewed. Unfortunatley, as far as I can tell, MS Word 2003 generates one Word doc that has all oft he merged content in one file. How do I get it to create separate documents?
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posted by apark at 12:16 PM PST - 8 comments
Help! Time-sensitive: My boss's boss, when editing, sees transparent placeholders inside his powerpoint everywhere there is an image (Images do show up, though, in actual slideshow - so they're there). Changing zoom didn't fix it.
Everyhting shows up ok on my computer. My Google-fu is failing me, and he's counting on me - got a quick fix?
posted by parma at 12:06 PM PST - 12 comments
Can anyone recommend a printer (or list of printers) to do a smallish run of a self-published book. I'm looking to take the next step from Lulu.
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posted by fcain at 11:49 AM PST - 7 comments
Good NYC barber? Not looking to pay salon prices. Bonus for old-school atmosphere and straight razor cut (no electric buzz cut, please).
posted by timnyc at 11:16 AM PST - 18 comments
I'm planning a sordid little affair in San Francisco and would like to find a nice hotel at which to play. Customarily for such things the event is overnight, but not this one and therefore check-in time is a major constraint.
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posted by jet_silver at 10:55 AM PST - 10 comments
I am looking for the original retail prices of the earliest Sony, JVC, and Panasonic camcorders, specifically ones available in or before 1986.
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posted by blapst at 10:55 AM PST - 2 comments
Can anyone recommend a specialist in Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) in West Los Angeles / Santa Monica?
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posted by tabulem at 10:51 AM PST - 3 comments
If I purchase something, but it violates a patent, does liability transfer to me? Do I have to cease use of something I purchased because its original creator didn't manage the IP correctly? Might I, in fact, need to pay damages or sacrifice profits due to their tainted acquisition path? What law is specifically involved here?
posted by effugas at 10:28 AM PST - 7 comments
What are some good fiction or SF books that plunge the reader within a severe economic collapse or Malthusian catastrophe in the U.S. or elsewhere in the world?
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posted by rolypolyman at 10:27 AM PST - 27 comments
I'm trying to remember the title of a book I read about 15 years ago. I think it was called "the sword" It was about an enchanted sword gone bad; enchanted to never leave
it's master or something like that.
posted by batboy at 10:26 AM PST - 7 comments
What are the tax consequences (benefits and/or detriments) to a business when a customer refuses to pay. Hey look, theres
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posted by sandra_s at 10:23 AM PST - 15 comments
How do the parents of Black (and biracial and other ethnic minority) children teach them about racism and -- most importantly -- how to handle it?
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posted by jason's_planet at 10:14 AM PST - 16 comments
How can I gain more respect at work? I get patronized and condescended to all the time, and it's driving me nuts!
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posted by sutel at 9:44 AM PST - 29 comments
Is it possible to adjust mittens so that they have a closer fit? I received a beautiful pair of mittens, made of wool, with fleece lining. The colors are beautiful, and they are really warm, but they are a bit too big. Specifically, they can't be adjusted on the wrist, it's a bit too wide and has no elastic on it, so I feel the cold air getting in, and sometimes I feel they are slipping. I already tried throwing them in the drier, and although they shrank a little, they are still too wide in the wrist. How could I modify the mittens so that they fit in better?
posted by irian at 9:17 AM PST - 15 comments
Every day, precisely once a day, on my work phone, at around 9am Pacific Time, I get a phone call from a number identified as 000-000-0000. When I pick it up, there's nobody there and the line goes dead...
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posted by saladpants at 9:07 AM PST - 13 comments
What is a kick-ass idea for a party for a bunch of Toronto graduate students?
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posted by gavia at 8:58 AM PST - 5 comments
I know it is possible to write a VBScript script to list all the directories and sub -directories and their files on a Windows box. Is there any way to also have this script say exactly which users have permissions to these files (this is in an Active Directory domain)? Thanks in advance!
posted by hominid211 at 8:58 AM PST - 2 comments
How can I automate a series of photographs using two digital cameras and a set of lights?
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posted by Tallguy at 8:55 AM PST - 10 comments
I work a desk job in downtown Toronto, and I'm a zombie today. Where can I go at lunchtime to take a quick nap?
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posted by pcameron at 8:38 AM PST - 14 comments
Help me put together a CD mix of songs that make reference to football (soccer for the yanks) or football clubs. I don't want inane fan club songs sung by players. I'm looking for songs by known musicians, preferably but not necessarily with a rock bent. I can think of a Cristy McColl song in which the line "England 2, Columbia 0" is repeated, and there's the Rod Stewart song where "Celtic and United" are mentioned. There's the Scottish folk song, "Football Crazy, Football Daft."
What else is out there?
posted by TheManticore at 8:05 AM PST - 45 comments
I'm transitioning from part-time to full-time at my office and until the paperwork is completed, the director has said that I can only work X number of hours per week and that I must give priority to the (evening) hours when he needs me. Right now, I don't have a regular schedule and each week unfolds according to his needs. However, I am regularly given work by other people in the office and there's the rub...
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posted by anonymous78 at 7:52 AM PST - 4 comments
A regular deck of 52 cards is shuffled and turned face up one by one. What are the odds of going through the whole deck and finding at least one set of two consecutive cards which have the same value? (ie, a pair).
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posted by jaimev at 7:47 AM PST - 27 comments
How can I fix this permanently? In my toilet tank, the chain connecting the flusher handle to the rubber flapper binds up on itself. When this happens, the flapper doesn't seal well.
I have tried adjusting this longer and shorter. I have replaced it. I'm out of things to try. Surely there's a fix.
posted by kc0dxh at 7:17 AM PST - 13 comments
My girlfriend and I want to get married on a tropical beach somewhere. Can anyone recommend a good location?
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posted by leibniz at 7:13 AM PST - 14 comments
Does anyone have a source for care-package type needs for American infantry soldiers in Iraq, as written by soldiers in Iraq?
posted by Heatwole at 7:12 AM PST - 10 comments
In Firefox 2.0, Amazon will not load for me. It doesn't time out, exactly, just keeps trying and trying and trying. It works fine in IE. What can I do? Everything seemed fine before I upgraded to 2.0, and I've tried reinstalling Firefox. Mac OSX 10.2.8, if that matters. Obviously(?) I know very little about computers, so keep that in mind.
posted by unknowncommand at 6:54 AM PST - 16 comments
What is the meaning and origin of the term "step and fetch" or "stepping and fetching"?
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posted by MrToad at 6:43 AM PST - 3 comments
I've heard that there's a Steve Jobs quote where someone asks him (paraphrased) "What about people who can't type?" and he answers "They'll die". Does anyone know the source and exact nature of the quotation?
posted by simonw at 3:36 AM PST - 1 comments
LondonFilter: I and a friend are going to
this conference today, and will have free time tonight after 9, after 6 Saturday, and Sunday morning until noon. What to do in London for me and my travel-mate? Particularities inside.
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posted by By The Grace of God at 1:35 AM PST - 8 comments
November 16
Who are the most insightful essayists of our time--not necessarily brilliant academics, but razor-sharp, profound, generalist thinkers and writers on society? Who are our present-day Toquevilles and Twains, our Bacons and Emersons?
posted by shivohum at 10:08 PM PST - 46 comments
Anyone have any recommendations for good websites/internet games for young kids?
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posted by maryh at 9:45 PM PST - 6 comments
Legal forms: I'm looking for a free or low-cost application that will permit data entry in a user-friendly environment and integrate that data with an indeterminate number of predefined MS Word forms (and output .doc or .rtf documents).
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posted by socratic at 7:50 PM PST - 3 comments
Floppy disks? Are you kidding me? I haven't used Symantec Ghost in a long time, but am forced to at the moment. Even back then, floppies were on the way out, and now they're flat-out gone. But as far as I can tell, Ghost still absolutely flat-out requires you to use floppies (which can then be transferred on to CDs) in order to function. Am I right? And if I am, isn't this absolutely insane?
posted by Sinner at 7:48 PM PST - 19 comments
My girlfriend is going for an interview where she will be tested on Microsoft Word and Excel. Is there an online tutorial where she can take some sample tests or run through some applications? We've googled a few, but they seem to stop at beginner levels and to be rather cumbersome. Just wondered if anyone had some first hand knowledge of a site to head to.
Regards/p &k
posted by patrickje at 7:44 PM PST - 5 comments
If I cut up old credit cards, but left the accounts open, should I have new cards sent to me? With different numbers?
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posted by duckierose at 7:43 PM PST - 8 comments
When I launch IE7 a small window appears above the browser window asking if I want to Add Live Searh Bar. I do add it. But every time I start IE7 it asks that question again. And if I click for it to add the search bar I get the message that I have already added it. How do I get rid of that question every time I start IE7.
posted by JayRwv at 7:20 PM PST - 3 comments
I have a new Windows Server 2003 machine, which I'd like to set up as a wiki host for internal documentation at work. What software should I use?
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posted by sergeant sandwich at 5:48 PM PST - 7 comments
A female aquaintance of mine who is in the national guard expressed how she might soon be called to duty in Iraq/Afghanistan, however she isn't exactly willing. She claims that she will be exempt from active duty because she is a single mother (recently divorced). I wonder how accurate she is considering that she doesn't really raise any of her children full time. What do you think?
posted by protocool at 5:39 PM PST - 11 comments
Complicated: How should I structure a lease for a domain name? (actually a sub-domain)
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posted by cowmix at 5:36 PM PST - 5 comments
What is the Photoshop equivalent of Paint Shop Pro's "Image Tube", or is there not one?
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posted by Meagan at 5:32 PM PST - 10 comments
I took my computer into work today and the IT guy got rid of all of my unnecessary files and basically did a good dusting and cleaning.
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posted by WaterSprite at 4:58 PM PST - 20 comments
I recently used HandBrake to rip a DVD I've had sitting around as a sort of test project. The only problem is, it split it into two movies. My first instinct was to combine them using iMovie, but that took about 6 hours just to import them, and once they were imported the sound was off. So iMovie is out. Any suggestions as to a free application (or cheapware) for my Mac (10.4) that will merge these into the one movie I want them to be?
posted by dondiego87 at 4:39 PM PST - 6 comments
BayAreaFilter: Looking for some ideas for fun short trips to take over thanksgiving weekend with my girlfriend.
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posted by christy at 3:24 PM PST - 14 comments
I have an .exe file called "Anti Jump Amok" on my computer, under the folder C:\Program Files\PLATFORMELSE. I didn't download this or create the folder. What is this? Should I delete it? Is it something important?
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posted by catburger at 2:41 PM PST - 8 comments
I wanted to get a gift certificate for some friends for a couples massage, but I don't live near them and have no clue where to get one from. They live in in Maryland near DC, so anywhere in the DC area should work. I don't have a lot of money, if it could be under $100 that would be great, but I may be able to swing up to $150. Anyone know any place that is good?
posted by JonahBlack at 2:36 PM PST - 8 comments
Planning a work party in a few weeks in Seattle and looking for ideas. It's a 21+ party on one of those 3 hour Lake Union cruises for about 100 people.
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posted by crunchyk9 at 2:31 PM PST - 4 comments
Happiness and children. In your experience, is it true that children actually decrease their parents' overall happiness?
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posted by Amizu at 2:30 PM PST - 43 comments
Recently I have been getting back in shape. I want to add some weight lifting to my routine but not a lot. I have done it before and I am just not motivated enough to do the alternate days thing, but I enjoy the benefits of strength training. So what are some of the best all around exercises that I could do that would give me the best all body workout in the least time?
posted by vronsky at 1:51 PM PST - 13 comments
Is there a study outlining the reasons that childbirth rates tend to be higher for lower income people not just in the US but worldwide?
Beyond religious reasons - and above and beyond farming reasons (presumably even in the US when farming was a bigger part of the workforce, more kids meant more "free" workers to tend and pick crops) ... is it some immortality gene driving that? Is it as banal as having nothing better to do?
posted by jbelkin at 1:32 PM PST - 26 comments
In Archie comics in the 80's (and maybe still today), there was an ad where you copied a sketch and mailed it in, and a company would tell you if you had what it takes to be a cartoonist. Or something like that. What was the company, and can you help me find the sketches or maybe an ad itself?
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posted by evadery at 12:41 PM PST - 14 comments
PS3 filter; you knew it was inevitable. How can I get my hands on a Ps3 tonight or tomorrow? I'm in Phoenix, Arizona and I'm not about to go drop $2k to get one off of Ebay.
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posted by Bageena at 12:38 PM PST - 13 comments
So, I've been offered a job by a party company as a celebrity impersonator. If I decide to take it, and some corporate event requires someone who looks an awful lot like
this guy, what sorts of thing can I expect to be doing?
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posted by The Great Big Mulp at 12:15 PM PST - 30 comments
Smallbusinessfilter: Insuring employees across state lines? (Related: Is there an online community devoted to these sorts of queries?)
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posted by rafter at 12:07 PM PST - 2 comments
My company is considering doing pop-up and pop-under ads on the web. Should I mention it as my reason for quitting?
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posted by rhizome at 11:39 AM PST - 19 comments
Last month, I went to a conference at a college near mine. While I was there, I happened to have dinner with a group that included a girl I found myself very attracted to. Since the conference, she has
facebooked me, but we haven’t talked or exchanged emails otherwise. I also spoke with a mutual friend (they went to high school together) who thinks we’d hit it off. So my question to you is: would it be really weird if I emailed this girl and asked her out, even though we a.) have only had dinner once and b.) haven’t spoken since then? And if you think I should, HOW?! I’ve never asked anyone out! Oh man, I need to be hoped!
posted by anonymous at 11:38 AM PST - 20 comments
How do I arrange for the best possible care for our kitty while we're away from San Francisco for the holidays?
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posted by mostlymartha at 11:37 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me find a well-written article explaining the Anglo-Saxon roots/influences found in The Lord of the Rings.
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posted by mattbucher at 11:20 AM PST - 7 comments
Relocation/Jobhunt Filter: Partner and I just graduated college (no savings, short job history) looking to move from rural California to a more metropolitan area. We both work as creatives, she does marketing & print, I do A/V & Internet... How does one do this with little money and a very modest portfolio?
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posted by emptyinside at 11:18 AM PST - 3 comments
Where can I get up-to-date statistics about the crisis in Darfur? (My GoogleFu must be home sick today, because I can't find anything.)
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posted by Jaie at 10:18 AM PST - 5 comments
Lost some good bookmarks in a crash. Trying to find a page of paintings by an unknown European artist, urban scenes of the early 20th century.
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posted by zadcat at 10:17 AM PST - 4 comments
Where can I find advice on conducting and performing constructive career choice or career exploration exercises for small groups?
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posted by parmanparman at 10:15 AM PST - 2 comments
What are the best childrens' books about Dr. King? Ages 4-14 or so.
posted by Mayor Curley at 10:07 AM PST - 6 comments
Hi, I want an alarm clock I can just plug an SD card into, select a tune and have it play as an alarm in the morning.
I have tried a CD alarm clock and it doesn't work for me because I hear the CD mechanism start up and hit snooze. Also it's more difficult to burn a cd than transfer a track to SD.
As you've probably gathered I'm having trouble waking up and as an experiment want to see if waking up to a favourite tune may help.
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posted by razzman at 9:43 AM PST - 8 comments
I've been 'administering' my office's Avaya IP Office phone system for about a year and a half. I say 'administering' because I have no idea what I'm doing. I find the system unruly and it's driving me nuts! I'm searching for anyone who is familiar with IP Office and can talk to me about some issues like the naive pseudo-administrator I am.
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posted by youngergirl44 at 9:38 AM PST - 1 comments
Tomorrow at 11:00 am I have an appointment to have 5 tiny cavities taken care of. The dentist says I shouldn't need numbing. What, if anything, can I do to maximize my pain tolerance?
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posted by dmo at 9:38 AM PST - 15 comments
Sometime within the last month, someone blogged a great parody of Aaron Sorkin's writing style, imagining a discussion between a pitcher and a catcher (or maybe a manager) conferring on the mound.
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posted by felix at 9:16 AM PST - 11 comments
Hawaiian has only eight consonants. Pirahã purportedly has even fewer phonemes and no numerals. What other languages have properties which would be considered unusual by Indo-European language speakers?
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane at 9:08 AM PST - 33 comments
Science and math educators, K-12 and college! What are your favourite science and math sites that you use for planning lessons and curricula, or for classroom use? And why? Thanks!
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posted by carter at 8:44 AM PST - 4 comments
We got a 12 week old lab that loves to go for a walk, but she just pulls on her leash ( has a standard nylon collar ) and it sounds like is choking her.
How have you personally trained your dog?
What can I do to make her walk by my side without strangling her all the time.
Professional training is an option but this seems her only setback....
Thanks!
posted by FLHunter3006 at 8:34 AM PST - 29 comments
The Wingdings font is fun and all, but is there a productive use for it?
posted by jeff_w_welch at 8:10 AM PST - 19 comments
Junking two non-working vehicles
sans titles or other proof of ownership on the North Shore in Massachusetts. If you have a quick answer, you probably don't need to read the
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posted by The Confessor at 7:54 AM PST - 11 comments
We would like to contribute to an organization that is dedicated to alleviating global warming. Ideally a nonprofit but any organization that takes action in this direction would be fine. I'd prefer that it be something I could research online or find a rating such as those available on charitynavigator.com. Any ideas? Thank you!
posted by walla at 7:49 AM PST - 8 comments
Black Friday question - Are any of these numerous deals I'm seeing all over the Internet available online?
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posted by althanis at 7:04 AM PST - 14 comments
Where can I find some fairly easy-to-read, factual books about historical events? Amazon is overwhelming and Google is unhelpful
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posted by angryjellybean at 6:58 AM PST - 22 comments
In David Foster Wallace's essay “E Unibus Plurum" he references a book with
Gastro in the title, and likens it to "televisual Image Fiction." What's the full name? Is it worth reading?
posted by plexi at 6:45 AM PST - 4 comments
How can I manage my email archives more effectively and efficiently using Microsoft Outlook?
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posted by mattr at 6:37 AM PST - 5 comments
If I say to you, "The 5 o'clock meeting has been pushed forward 1 hour," what do you understand the new meeting time to be?
posted by war wrath of wraith at 6:02 AM PST - 137 comments
I'm taking my fiancée to have her new engagement ring fitted this afternoon. Any issues to be aware of, or can we relax and trust the jeweller to do a good job?
posted by ascullion at 5:02 AM PST - 13 comments
Is it possible to find out details pertaining to, or resulting from copyright lawsuits?
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posted by psyward at 3:55 AM PST - 12 comments
I didn't realise that the green sphere top-left on a Finder window was to Zoom - now I have zoomed in too far on my Applications window so I have a long, thin, single-icon wide strip of a Finder window and I cannot reach the resize control handle in the bottom right. How do I permanently resize this window to a more normal size? I have a MacBook.
posted by mooders at 12:51 AM PST - 9 comments
Have humans' evil brains yet conceived of ways to weaponize the ideas and implications relating to Quantum Mechanics?
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posted by basicchannel at 12:10 AM PST - 18 comments
November 15
Well, the people at iRows are shutting down their service at the end of the year and I need to find a way to share my spreadsheets with other people. As usual, there are some problems
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posted by killa62 at 9:27 PM PST - 8 comments
My girlfriend brought me back some green tea from Japan to which I've become hopelessly addicted to. Please help me identify it so I can continue to feed my habit!
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posted by saraswati at 9:14 PM PST - 18 comments
Any advice on getting diminished payment value for vehicle after collision? Their insurance company said that there was no diminished value after our car was rear ended by a semi-truck.
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posted by Leenie at 9:13 PM PST - 5 comments
My dog (a truly gigantic poodle) got some kind of infection on the pad of one of his front paws. He continuously licks and chews at it and it's now a red, swollen, infected mess and clearly hurts him when he walks. We keep covering it with booties and socks--even tying them around his legs-- but he always manages to tear them off eventually. We really can't afford a vet, so is there anything we can buy (over the counter) or any kind of home remedy that might help it heal/make him stop chomping on it? I know nothing about this kind of thing, as IANAD for people or animals, but I can't imagine there isn't some solution... any help appreciated!
posted by dmaterialized at 9:01 PM PST - 26 comments
What is the best software out there for making, printing and managing large numbers of flash cards?
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posted by killdevil at 7:26 PM PST - 2 comments
Looking for a copy of "Beautiful Lady in Blue" (on an album called A Melody from the Sky, by Jan Garber) written by Sam M Lewis, composed by J Fred Coutts (from the 1930s) for a 100th birthday party.
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posted by szechuan at 7:18 PM PST - 3 comments
Has anyone had experience with the O'Connor Technique for treating back pain? (Any good stretches for the upper back would be a bonus)
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posted by Rc at 7:07 PM PST - 1 comments
Water company ruined our weekend cottage?
When we leave our weekend cottage we turn the water off at the meter and open the faucets in the kitchen sink, bathroom sink, and shower. This is to prevent any trapped water to remain in the pipes which could freeze and burst the pipe should we not make it back before winter. We've done this for four years.
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posted by cainiarb at 7:06 PM PST - 24 comments
BadWithMoneyFilter: I owe my college roughly $4,000. This is due to being under part time student, and not being eligible for loans. What to do as it is now in Collections!
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posted by anonymous at 6:31 PM PST - 5 comments
I owe more than my car is worth. My monthly auto-expenses are too great. I would be better off with a truck. Advice?
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posted by farmersckn at 5:34 PM PST - 23 comments
What is the purpose of school dances? An
NPR story mentioned a school shutting down its dances because of explicitly sexual dancing; but what else do they expect kids to do?
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posted by sandking at 5:32 PM PST - 22 comments
does anyone know the piano chords to coughing colors by tilly and the wall? thanks!
posted by KaeporaGaebora at 5:26 PM PST - 2 comments
Are there any famous Iranian
males who are well known among non-Iranians in the west (especially the USA)? Any kind of celebrity will do: actors, musicians, artists, authors, or other kinds of TV personalities like newscasters.
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posted by BuddhaInABucket at 5:14 PM PST - 43 comments
I've been self-studying Spanish for a while. While my reading comprehension and my vocabulary are good, and my grammar isn't bad. I can even largely understand the people I come in contact with. But, when it comes to my end of the conversation I totally freeze up. Has anyone been in similar straits, and what can I do about it?
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posted by Jeanne at 4:43 PM PST - 19 comments
What is a good idea for a hypothetical product to introduce in Mexico (for a marketing project)?
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posted by chitlin at 4:35 PM PST - 17 comments
How does a small business go about filing a mark on another small business' credit report? What other sticks are available to encourage invoice payment?
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posted by cCranium at 4:34 PM PST - 7 comments
What does it mean when a paramedic applies oxygen to someone in respiratory distress and it "blows out" the lungs?
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posted by forensicphd at 4:20 PM PST - 4 comments
iTunes 7.X on my Windows box has seizures during the last several seconds of a song. My search fu has failed me.
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posted by chairface at 3:59 PM PST - 16 comments
My friend's laptop just died completely, and she is (like me) currently writing her masters thesis, and desperately needs a new one. With a budget of 700-800, what can we get, especially in this holiday season?
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posted by jare2003 at 3:52 PM PST - 20 comments
Is there a reason why my Wireless Broadband Router (54Mbs) seems to drop off to sleep after a few minutes of idle time on the PC?
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posted by pettins at 2:46 PM PST - 7 comments
Looking for a web app that will handle user registration, providing users info, providing users tests on that info (that are scored) so that "certification" can be given on the subject. I have the feeling that Moodle can handle (most?) of this. Any Moodle experts, chime in. Other suggestions (besides Moodle, if any) also appreciated.
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posted by spock at 2:26 PM PST - 1 comments
I'm looking for sources (all types from literary to scientific; jocose to serious, etc) discussing or detailing the different types of drunken states that alcohol produces (example, it is often said wine makes one more sensitive whilst whiskey makes one more aggressive, etc).
I am already familiar with Modern Drunkard Magazine.
posted by Gnostic Novelist at 2:02 PM PST - 8 comments
Travel/VolunteerFilter:
Can anyone suggest Volunteer/Travel Abroad organizations that do not require a lot of money for travel expenses, ie. are as close to free ($0) as possible?
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posted by redhotchips at 1:41 PM PST - 7 comments
I've got a 4 hour layover in JFK during my holiday travels, and I'd like some suggestions on how to spend it.
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posted by donajo at 1:38 PM PST - 13 comments
I've got a headache and it's not going away. I need to write a paper and then go to class. Quick solutions?
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posted by sian at 1:34 PM PST - 21 comments
I know of a local business that is operating illegally in my town, and has screwed over 3 friends of mine in the last 6-8 months on taxes, pay, and wages. I would like to know the most effective way of reporting them to authorities. (long explanation)
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posted by dozo at 1:03 PM PST - 20 comments
Is it possible to have two instances of IE open, each with its own set of cookies?
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posted by bingo at 12:33 PM PST - 9 comments
Songfilter: Lyrics something like "come on Miranda read me my rights." A sort of love song/pun, sung to a woman named Miranda and referring throughout to 'Miranda Rights.' Song Name? Band? Thanks.
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posted by prettyboyfloyd at 11:24 AM PST - 2 comments
Is there a word which describes a state where "importance" and "non-importance" happen at the same time? A word describing the unity of duality, the oneness of paradox, and "two sides of the same coin"?
posted by Korou at 11:00 AM PST - 20 comments
TimeTravelFilter: I involuntarily traveled ahead 1 whole hour. Why did the clock on my phone take me there?
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posted by Sprocket at 10:14 AM PST - 19 comments
How can I get a Quicktime movie to send a String to a server every few seconds while it is playing? Is this even possible?
posted by dminor at 10:02 AM PST - 3 comments
Just went to my dentist. The receptionist (f) was hot. It didn't seem right saying anything. How should I have handled this and can it be retrieved?
ps - i'm shy!
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posted by tomw at 9:22 AM PST - 42 comments
Video files (.avi) don't play properly with Adobe Premiere 3.0. Picture jumps back and forth in rapid jumps. Why?
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posted by ollsen at 8:47 AM PST - 3 comments
Does anyone know where to get prints by Jon Muth - particularly pictures from his book The Three Questions.
posted by jbradley at 8:36 AM PST - 1 comments
An MP3 player for my grandfather: is there something with large buttons and an easy to read screen?
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posted by allan at 8:11 AM PST - 12 comments
I'm ashamed: I bought a house, my child goes to a daycare that costs several hundred dollars a month, and I have all that I need. I also have been lax in giving to charity. I'd like to, but my wife sometimes is resistant, saying some version of the old saw that charity begins at home. I want some independent assessment for how much we should give. I've identified a number of charities I want to give to. But how much? Should it be a percentage of my salary?
posted by sholdens12 at 7:46 AM PST - 36 comments
There is this addictive old black&white Mac game where you were in a pyramid maze and ran into monkey, picked up jewels, etc. This is probably circa 1990. Does anyone have any idea what it's called and where I can find it online?
posted by BigBrownBear at 7:32 AM PST - 12 comments
Should I try to get my MacBook Pro fixed through Applecare, even though I broke it myself? Has anyone heard of Apple allowing you to trade-in and upgrade?
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posted by likeSoy at 7:22 AM PST - 14 comments
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York, help me fulfill a childhood wish: Where are the best places on the route to stand? And how early should I get there?
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posted by MasonDixon at 6:53 AM PST - 7 comments
String manipulation in C#: I know that the String.Format method can format numeric data so that {0:#,###} transforms 1234 into the string "1,234". There are lots of standard formatters like {0:C} for currency, and endless ways to format DateTime objects. But is there a similar shorthand to format a string or to apply a mask to it?
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posted by Lokheed at 5:36 AM PST - 3 comments
Detoxification for Medication Overuse Headache (MOH) from OTC medications - how long?
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posted by egk at 5:20 AM PST - 5 comments
Name that poorly remembered song for me - something about wolves, maybe by 3 Mustapha 3 (but maybe not). It existed on an old mix tape from (I think) about 10 years ago, which may help date it.
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posted by handee at 5:14 AM PST - 5 comments
Recommendations for one-on-one intensive flexibility therapy in London.
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posted by ajp at 5:14 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me help my father: My father is elderly and has problems with his short-term memory. He wants to use a word processor to write about things that interest him, but he forgets fairly basic application techniques, such as how to save, open and create new documents.
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posted by planetthoughtful at 12:33 AM PST - 27 comments
FloorFilter: Is the idea of "temporary" or easily removable hardwood flooring or some derivative thereof completely out of the realm of possibility for an office space?
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posted by disillusioned at 12:23 AM PST - 7 comments
November 14
Please help me find a quote and the name of whoever said it. It's something like "Israel has no foreign policy, only domestic politics". Or maybe it's the reverse?
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posted by redteam at 11:24 PM PST - 3 comments
Seeking a music video about a daydreaming aerospace engineer in the 1950s. Details inside...
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posted by tss at 10:27 PM PST - 1 comments
JobSearchFilter: Let's say you are making a project portfolio and the contents of your most impressive, innovative work of the last two years is "confidential" and not meant for public, much less competitor consumption. What's the most ethical and effective way to show potential future employers what it is that you can do?
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posted by anonymous at 9:41 PM PST - 6 comments
Art directors: Any books or publications that can help inspire me to create better marketing materials for a small tech company.
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posted by ernie at 9:38 PM PST - 7 comments
I have
cordless blinds and they've lost their zip. They are the kind of blinds that you pull on slightly at the bottom and then the cord is pulled up at the top, raising the blind. Now when I pull on it, nothing happens. Is there anything I can do to fix this? Other than buy new blinds?
posted by Nathanial Hörnblowér at 7:58 PM PST - 1 comments
Female health filter: Any way of getting short term "notification" of your period? Of course,
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posted by anonymous at 7:46 PM PST - 26 comments
I have to fill out one of those lovely online dating questionaires, and am having trouble coming up with witty, charming things to say about myself. How to overcome this particular form of writers' block?
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posted by kenoshakid at 7:18 PM PST - 18 comments
I got the word today that soon I will be able to hire a staff person to work under me. Last time I had this opprotunity I kinda blew it. What can I do now to be ready?
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posted by jlowen at 7:12 PM PST - 9 comments
DryerFilter -- In an early 20th century apartment in San Francisco, which is cheaper to achieve a dryer (i.e., the appliance that accompanies a washer): hiring an electrician to install 220 voltage, or hiring a plumber to run a gas line from the stove? Which is ultimately more energy efficient?
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posted by ClaudiaCenter at 7:02 PM PST - 14 comments
Gmail-with-Thunderbird filter: I've recently switched from a local ISP with Netscape mail to Gmail with Thunderbird. I love the switch but for two minor irritations - the conversation-based mail creating constant duplicates in my Thunderbird inbox, and Thunderbird continually thinking my emails are scams. Help?
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posted by AthenaPolias at 7:01 PM PST - 6 comments
My 16 year old teenage daughter is going stir-crazy in this Canadian one horse town and wants to see the world. However, she hasn't graduated high school yet. What are her options?
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posted by dropkick at 6:46 PM PST - 31 comments
Which Colbert Report episode had a video clip supposedly showing the person Sen. George Allen called "macaca" wearing a name tag that said "macaca" and being happy to be addressed as such? I'd also appreciate a pointer to a clip if one is online.
posted by espertus at 6:32 PM PST - 8 comments
What's the least expensive and most efficient way to get from Providence airport to downtown Boston when you don't have access to a car?
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posted by shiu mai baby at 6:29 PM PST - 10 comments
This morning we go to leave for work (I didn't ride because it was hailing snow, dig?) and the garage door remote didn't work. No worries, the power went off or something, so I go to put some stuff in the car but the car's key remote doesn't work either. Neither does Herself's key. Weirdness indeed...
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posted by eek at 6:22 PM PST - 9 comments
I have the option of buying either 3:4 or 16:10 (regular or widescreen for you and me) and I don't know what the better choice would be.
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posted by Botunda at 5:43 PM PST - 12 comments
NCAAfilter: What would have to happen for Florida to play for the national championship (football) this year?
posted by nimkip at 5:05 PM PST - 10 comments
How much would a generic plumber charge to fix a generic toilet problem? Looking for a price range.
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posted by ohio at 5:03 PM PST - 5 comments
I'm looking for two Wordpress plugins: One that provides the same sort of comment editing tools you see with the MeFi comment box (bold, italic, link), and one that lets you limit the total number of comments shown on a page to, e.g., the last 25 made.
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posted by dw at 4:55 PM PST - 2 comments
Outlook: Is there a way to have a recipient always automatically put in the cc field?
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posted by Lucie at 4:55 PM PST - 9 comments
The problem: I need a car for three months in Los Angeles. Extenuating circumstances: I am a horrible driver and am almost guaranteed to mess up the car at some point. Solution?
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posted by np312 at 4:46 PM PST - 8 comments
A-E-I-O-U! Does anyone know this old sand animation show and song? What about the red-and-blue clay?
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posted by Jimbob at 4:41 PM PST - 10 comments
Google-fu is failing me -- I am trying to hunt down a quote about the number of full-time activists during the sixties...
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posted by jennyjenny at 4:30 PM PST - 5 comments
Intel Proc/MB compatibility:
P4 HT Prescott 531 + BLKDP965LTCK = Don't match compatibility guide. Will it float?
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posted by SlyBevel at 3:30 PM PST - 4 comments
I'm considering venturing into the geektastic world of Mame cabinets. My dilemma is what kind of control panel setup to use, two or four player. More geekiness inside.
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posted by toomuch at 3:00 PM PST - 10 comments
Looking for a lakeside B&B (or cottage or hotel) with lake view room in WI, IN or MI. Should be within two hours from Chicago roughly. This would be for early January. Any recommendations or cautions? Ideal prices would be in the $125 or under a night range.
posted by agregoli at 2:36 PM PST - 7 comments
I'd like to hire graphic designers for simple sketches and illustrations. I'm looking for decent quality work and I'm willing to pay fairly. How would one go about this? What should I budget?
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posted by brianvan at 2:34 PM PST - 9 comments
I need helping trying to find a first European edition of a Haruki Murakami book.
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posted by spec80 at 2:01 PM PST - 7 comments
Why the hell is it doing that!! iTunes is destroying my music when I try to edit ID tags. Theres
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posted by gergtreble at 1:30 PM PST - 12 comments
I need new snowboard, boots, and bindings, but I'm not sure what to look for or how much I should be spending.
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posted by ibfrog at 1:10 PM PST - 4 comments
Weird-in-a-good-way-filter: I need suggestions for online stores/catalogs for Christmas Shopping!
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posted by deedeep at 1:08 PM PST - 47 comments
As someone who used to live in recycling nirvanna, Seattle, I find living in New York City, with it's limited recycling program kind of frustrating. Is there any place in the city that accepts #5 plastic?
posted by brookeb at 12:54 PM PST - 3 comments
Does anyone know the approximate value of and/or general information on a Miroku Model VII .38 Special revolver? Photos and more info inside.
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posted by vorfeed at 12:47 PM PST - 4 comments
How much does it cost to see a denist in Auckland, New Zealand? Is the university dental clinic really cheaper or should I shop around?
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posted by shelleycat at 12:35 PM PST - 4 comments
What do you do when your connection with your immediate professors seems slim at best?
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posted by Asherah at 12:17 PM PST - 8 comments
irritatinglybasicfilter: I made a really big picture in photoshop. It is about 5 feet long. I want to print it, but I can only print one page of the whole picture - a small section of the whole thing. I looked at the photoshop help pages, and searched askme and the internet for help, but I'm afraid I know too little to even understand where to look for the answer to my dumb question. If it matters (I suspect it doesn't), I'm using CS version 8 on my Mac.
posted by serazin at 12:01 PM PST - 15 comments
What specific URLs feed the google text ads on my webforum, so that I may unblock them in order to solve my 5 minute page load problems?
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posted by lazaruslong at 11:51 AM PST - 6 comments
The sound on my OS X G4 laptop has suddenly become very loud and distorted. Help me make it stop.
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posted by cccorlew at 11:41 AM PST - 4 comments
A week in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawai'i. All expenses paid. Solo. What the hell do I do until Saturday? Obviously, there's
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posted by TheNewWazoo at 11:38 AM PST - 14 comments
Help me find novels and other narratives that wrap around, ending in such away that you find yourself back at the beginning. (maybe some spoilers inside):
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posted by PinkStainlessTail at 11:25 AM PST - 49 comments
A few months ago, I read an article in a magazine about microlending/microcredit/microfinance/microinvesting/microsomething. The part that interested me the most was that the author chose to invest his money not in the stock market, but in people and their dreams.
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posted by davidinmanhattan at 11:21 AM PST - 13 comments
What is the best format/document choice for printing out structured and stylized data that is being fed out of a database? HTML/CSS is too restrictive in terms of formatting, text overflow, and it isn't easy to change. PDF creates documents that are too large. One developer suggested RTF. Is there a alternate/better/best choice that we should look at?
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posted by willnot at 10:31 AM PST - 7 comments
I've got practically no experience with builders and I'm concerned that the costs for this job are totally over the top. Can anyone help figure out if I'm being taken for a ride?
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posted by Glum at 10:06 AM PST - 5 comments
Name that remake? I was in a restaurant this weekend and heard what seemed to be a remake of Marvin Gaye's "Sexual Healing."
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posted by papercake at 9:39 AM PST - 9 comments
I'm going to visit Iceland for the Sugarcubes concert this Friday. I'm looking for some recommendations for the rest of my stay in Iceland until Sunday afternoon. Definitely would like to see the Blue Lagoon, but not sure what else and how to get there in the first place. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
posted by oferhalevi at 8:42 AM PST - 16 comments
Are there any ambiguously zoned mixed-use oakland-style squatty type living spaces in the DC area? Looking for a new home...
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posted by milkman at 8:36 AM PST - 7 comments
Looking for examples of "circular" interfaces, as well as interesting experiments for displaying information
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posted by cusack at 8:16 AM PST - 22 comments
What are some resources for finding a good career counsellor? I'm a year or two into my current job, and scrambling to figure out what to do - I need help!
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posted by canine epigram at 8:05 AM PST - 2 comments
I've recently turned 28, and am still unmarried. For various reasons, I would prefer to stay single. However, my extended family has other ideas
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posted by anonymous at 8:05 AM PST - 17 comments
I'm looking for a good dry cleaner in Northern New England. And an excellent tailor as well. Any recommendations?
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posted by suki at 8:02 AM PST - 1 comments
How to wait until images being preloaded by JavaScript Image objects are complete?
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posted by hcastro at 8:00 AM PST - 6 comments
What kind of treatment have you had for endometriosis, and how were the side effects?
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posted by miss tea at 7:47 AM PST - 7 comments
Can we leave our California-registered car in the Tijuana airport parking lot for a week? Should we?
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posted by mdonley at 7:37 AM PST - 8 comments
A friend inherited a bunch of cut precious and semiprecious gemstones (peridot, amethyst, sunstone, maybe some others) and wants to know how to sell them. This is in the Seattle area. Do we get them appraised? How does that work? Who buys precious gems nowadays?
posted by cgc373 at 6:45 AM PST - 5 comments
I know somebody who has the opportunity to design casino-worthy playing cards. What does a playing card need?
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posted by ardgedee at 6:05 AM PST - 5 comments
I have to start looking for a diamond engagement ring. I am getting a lot of conflicting information on the best means of finding and buying a ring. Some people in Bermuda are telling me they have found the best deals in Bermuda. Others are saying to go to BlueNile.com. And others are telling me to go to Diamond City in NYC, etc. etc. So......where should I get the diamond, where should I get the band, or should I get them together? I don't mind traveling if I have to. Help me topple the DeBeers monopoly while at the same time making Rachel very happy.
posted by jasondigitized at 5:37 AM PST - 36 comments
How can a man, woman and puppy have an interesting 13 hour road trip along I-20?
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posted by lynda at 4:00 AM PST - 15 comments
OK to use permanent hair dye immediately following a treatment for lice? Will the dye assist in the slaughter of any post-holocaust scalp-crawling survivors?
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posted by NeonSurge at 2:34 AM PST - 10 comments
I've been very kindly offered a new sewing machine of my choice as a belated birthday present but I've no idea what machines (new or old) are any good these days.
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posted by gaby at 2:29 AM PST - 14 comments
Metaphysical Filter: Can you help me to find information related to this metaphysical experience?
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posted by dudiggy at 1:14 AM PST - 18 comments
Is there now, or has there ever been, a culture that did not include the concept of an afterlife?
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posted by obol at 12:20 AM PST - 14 comments
I'm looking for films that portray what high school is like in other countries. Movies like American Pie, 10 Things I Hate About You, etc. but not set in the U.S. Recommendations?
posted by ad4pt at 12:16 AM PST - 37 comments
November 13
trying to get access to old industrial sites, ruins, etc for photo projects ... know any chicago-area realtors, construction crews, security guards, etc?
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posted by krautland at 11:25 PM PST - 5 comments
I seem to be having trouble playing flash movies such as those on youtube; only 2 seconds of the movie will play.
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posted by dazed_one at 11:10 PM PST - 8 comments
How do commercial radio stations organize or manage their music media? When a DJ puts on a song, what format is it in, and how is it retrieved?
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posted by stevil at 10:27 PM PST - 9 comments
My boyfriend's fresh out of college, and is having a really hard time finding work in his field (graphic design).
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posted by Teevee's Bella at 9:21 PM PST - 25 comments
Are there legitimate statistics that can tell me how many or what percentage of US Armed Forces are children of illegal immigrants?
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posted by Ufez Jones at 8:27 PM PST - 8 comments
So I have a friend flying in to Salt Lake City to visit on the weekend of December 8-10, getting in Friday morning and leaving Sunday night. What is there to do around town that weekend that's really awesome?
posted by freddymungo at 8:25 PM PST - 4 comments
I need to be able to judge by sight the grade of a hill / road / parcel and be accurate within about 1% gradient. Is there a software tool that I can make some triangles with specific grades to use on flash cards?
posted by bigmusic at 8:02 PM PST - 13 comments
I am working on trying to get my romantic life in order, but I seem to get tripped on one issue - how do I handle the "gaps in my resume"?
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posted by Deep Dish at 7:56 PM PST - 30 comments
Recent switcher with iMac Intel Core Duo (purchased new in August). I have been trying to get some emulators up and running, but have really run into difficulties. I was able to accomplish this years ago on the PC, but the Mac hasn't proven as easy as I thought.
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posted by jmugrapler at 6:52 PM PST - 8 comments
Can anyone recommend someone in Toronto who can help with resume/cover letter stuff? I don't mean formatting and such...
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posted by dobbs at 6:36 PM PST - 5 comments
really basic, I think. You can't have <link /> tag inside a <script></script> using XHTML strict. I can't quite figure out how to write a function that takes the place of this basic little OS detection script <script type="text/javascript">
var cssFile = (navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Mac") != -1) ?
"mac.css" : "everyonelse.css";
document.write("<link rel='stylesheet' type='text/css' href='../" + cssFile + "' />");
</script>
Which I would put in the head of the document. How can I move it to a function in an external .js file and get the same result with valid xhtml 1.0 strict? It's not urgent, but it's driving me nuts because I'm really stupid about scripting but I know this sort of thing isn't supposed to be hard.
posted by Grod at 5:44 PM PST - 17 comments
Google Earth: Is there a plug-in or standalone app that will make large (say 4000 x 4000 pixel) images of a certain region?
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posted by zek at 5:38 PM PST - 9 comments
Recommendations for a hearty ovo-lacto vegetarian traditional-themed Thanksgiving entree that will knock the socks off my boyfriend's hardcore Italian, meat-lovin' family? No Tofurkeys or vegetarian lasagnas, please. Details inside.
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posted by schroedinger at 4:56 PM PST - 39 comments
Business trip to Lansing, MI this week (Wed-Fri) with 2 colleagues. Where should we eat?
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posted by mdiskin at 4:32 PM PST - 17 comments
Looking for suggestions for a (kitchen) knife sharpening service in the Denver Metro Area
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posted by jazon at 4:08 PM PST - 7 comments
Javascript neophyte: How do I swap out the contents of one div with another? But there is a monkey-wrench in the whole thing: the new div
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posted by Freen at 4:05 PM PST - 12 comments
I'm going back to Ho Chi Minh City/Saigon, Vietnam for six months or so. I want to do an interesting blog, not just "today I did this, this and this." Any topic ideas?
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posted by borkingchikapa at 4:01 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me think of easy-to-make props for my photography project... or,
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Turn-of-the-Century European Society.
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posted by flibbertigibbet at 3:51 PM PST - 5 comments
So...let's say that some freak nuclear accident (or, in our current political climate, perhaps a purposeful nuclear attack) wipes out most of the world's population. How many people would have to survive to successfully re-populate the world? (more inside)
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posted by AlliKat75 at 3:48 PM PST - 17 comments
Lets say that I am living in a flat in the UK that belongs to a guy who is a secure tenant of a housing association. He is not living in this place for a long time. Now the housing association wants to check who is living in the flat.
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posted by slimeline at 3:35 PM PST - 6 comments
Can anyone show me a USB network card that has DOS drivers to use for ghosting PCs? I am tired of making new boot disks for all the different computers I support and this would help me save time but haven't been able to find one any suggestions will be appreciated!
posted by tke248 at 3:25 PM PST - 4 comments
My girlfriend recently damaged her Cingular phone and she needs a replacement. She wants a cheap one, so she's considering buying a pay-as-you-go phone and swapping out SIM cards so she can use her old service. My question is, will this work?
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posted by Aanidaani at 3:20 PM PST - 5 comments
For various reasons, I need to pick up a second job. I live in a college town, and bartending is out... the competition for those jobs is fierce, yo. I'm not big enough to be a bouncer nor creepy/desperate enough to be one of those guys that walks around selling roses. What 'night' jobs are not usually advertised that I wouldn't hate?
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posted by SpecialK at 3:16 PM PST - 19 comments
What is an appropriate salutation for multiple addressees in a business letter? "To whom it may concern" is too generic and awkward because I know exactly whom the letter concerns, and something like "Dear Friends" doesn't work because I'm often writing letters to people who aren't exactly my friends. Please help me find something in the middle.
posted by greasy_skillet at 1:31 PM PST - 21 comments
Can anyone recommend reputable academic sources on the repression of local national culture in Macedonia, Armenia, Georgia, and Moldova during the era of Communist rule by dominant 'imperial' nations Serbia and Russia respectively, and the resurgence of nationalism in these countries after the fall of Communism and breakup of these empires? Thanks!
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posted by thirteenkiller at 12:52 PM PST - 10 comments
I'm looking for reccomendations for a sturdy, large capacity MP3 player for an overgrown klutz.
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posted by muddgirl at 12:50 PM PST - 11 comments
Could I copyright or trademark my full name and social security number and would that be an effective strategy in protecting my privacy and reducing unauthorized use of my personal information?
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posted by Xurando at 12:32 PM PST - 16 comments
CreepyGuyFilter -- my lovely wife is getting harassed and hit on (mainly at the grocery store) by different creepy guys. It is making her *very* unhappy, freaked out, and feeling dirty. What is the best approach for her to deal with this in an assertive and satisfactory way? There is...
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posted by wonderwisdom at 12:28 PM PST - 127 comments
I'm on a public network at a university (and they won't let me use a wireless router of my own) and I need a good (cheap) way to print from multiple pc's.
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posted by Gideon at 12:27 PM PST - 4 comments
Which States/Provinces in North America have a smoking ban in Bars and Restaurants ?
posted by gwynp at 11:47 AM PST - 38 comments
watchingcollegefooballinbahiafilter: I'm gonna be in salvador brazil this saturday, which is nice obviously. but i really would like to watch my wolverines fucking crush OSU. anyone got some advice on how i might do this? maybe a bar or something? there's nothing more inside.
posted by alkupe at 11:42 AM PST - 8 comments
I'm looking for recommendations for wine that is naturally low in alcohol (as opposed to the dealcoholised versions). There are quite a few German wines in the 7-8% ABV category e.g. by Dr Loosen but they are (a) a bit sweet and (b) very very expensive. Anyone got any other suggestions?
posted by janecr at 11:19 AM PST - 7 comments
Fedex gave my package to my random neighbor without asking me. WTF?! Isn't this a violation of privacy, some kind of breach of contract, and a financial risk to me?
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posted by kookoobirdz at 10:51 AM PST - 29 comments
Remember this guy?
He was one of the drunken frat guys in the Borat movie. He's the only one of the three who decided not to sue.
He got an offer to do a tell-all interview with Rolling Stone, and he's considering it. The two guys suing want him not to talk to the media, and he doesn't want to piss them off. However, he does want his side of the story to be told. He wants to find some way of tactfully not commenting on the lawsuit, aside from saying "I didn't see any benefit in participating in it, so I'm not." He wants to come off as humble and somewhat remorseful, but also letting people know that editing is everything.
Any tips on how he should handle the interview? Should he do it at all?
posted by kidsleepy at 10:51 AM PST - 54 comments
I'm starting out on anti-depressants. My doctor has prescribed me venlafaxine (Effexor XR), an SNRI. I strongly suspect a dopamine reuptake inhibitor would be better suited for my condition and personality, but sadly, bupropion (Wellbutrin) isn't available as an anti-depressant in my country: only under the name Zyban (as a smoking cessation aid), which is not covered by insurance and hence very expensive. Are there any alternatives I should look into?
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posted by anonymous at 10:43 AM PST - 8 comments
My boyfriend and I like to fool around in the shower. His favorite thing to do is to cum on my chest or my face, which I don't mind, because, hey, we're in the shower. However, actually washing the cum off me is hard. It becomes sticky and almost stringy (it's glued my eyelashes together before), and pretty water resistant. Regular soap doesn't seem to get it off. I keep baking soda in the shower and use it as an exfoliant, but it still takes 3 or 4 scrubbings to get it all off. Any spots I miss become dry, scaly patches once I towel off. Any solutions, either product or method, for how to remove cum in the shower?
posted by anonymous at 10:42 AM PST - 20 comments
Does anyone know anything about the law regulating a staffing business?
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posted by ubu at 10:11 AM PST - 1 comments
I'll be in/around L.A. for a family reunion this December 22 - 27. Help me with my reverse-Snake Plisken(sequel) mission: I need to
escape from my relatives and finding cool things to do in the
L.A. area...
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posted by sluggo at 9:44 AM PST - 15 comments
Recently my bike and some other trivial stuff has been stolen off my porch.
My bike was locked. :(
I want to bait this thief with another bike (my broken one) and see who this jerk is. I have a mac and want to use a wireless webcam. Infrared is key since I believe he strikes at night. Is there an app for OS X and a compatible webcam for this situation? Ideally, it would not capture footage unless their is activity.
-thanks
posted by bloodniece at 9:27 AM PST - 21 comments
InDesign Filter: What's the best strategy for applying a certain master page only to pages with a certain heading style?
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posted by cowbellemoo at 9:16 AM PST - 1 comments
What is the street price of a gram of heroin in the UK atm? How much would the same amount cost a pharmacist?
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posted by quarsan at 9:11 AM PST - 5 comments
I got my roommate a job working with me and I feel he is not being a respectful coworker. Other employees are complaining about him to me. He refuses to change.
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posted by infinityjinx at 9:08 AM PST - 15 comments
Do XML sub-elements (or children or sub tags) have to be unique?
posted by four panels at 9:04 AM PST - 6 comments
How can I find inexpensive airfare to Buenos Aires? I just used
Kayak to price tickets, and the cheapest were in the $1200-$1300 range.
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posted by medpt at 8:48 AM PST - 12 comments
I'd like to do some interactive military strategy and tactics exploration similar to the exposition Liddell Hart or Clausewitz did. Software would be preferred, but of course i'd love to hear book recommendations. Can you help?
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posted by arimathea at 8:44 AM PST - 6 comments
I've been with my present employer for nearly four years. Of those four years, the first three were spent as a Web Development Intern and the last was spent as the Lead Web Developer. What goes on my resume?
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posted by csimpkins at 8:38 AM PST - 8 comments
Who should I use as a professional reference when applying for my second post-college job? I'm currently working at my first.
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posted by anonymous at 8:03 AM PST - 4 comments
Federal employee health benefit open season started today. I'm overwhelmed with the choices!
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posted by n'muakolo at 7:49 AM PST - 3 comments
What's the best way to view/edit text files in Windows that have a random varying file extension?
posted by smackfu at 7:35 AM PST - 11 comments
You know that old cliché about pregnant women and the ice cream and pickles? Are the pickles dill or sweet?
posted by gleuschk at 6:44 AM PST - 26 comments
There's a computer stashed inside a desk cabinet. It's too hot inside the cabinet. What to do?
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posted by filmgeek at 6:39 AM PST - 18 comments
About a year ago I met a dealer at a casino in another city. After a couple of subsequent visits, I mustered up the nerve to talk to her during while she was off-duty my last night there, and we got along well enough. It didn't take long until she mentioned her boyfriend, though, so how should I approach things when I visit again in a couple of weeks?
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posted by TheSecretDecoderRing at 6:36 AM PST - 55 comments
Name this vampire novel (please): shy, unattractive teacher with a crush on a younger woman drunkely impales himself on a wooden stake, and slowly turns into a vampire.
posted by wilful at 3:27 AM PST - 5 comments
I just watched the Scorsese-directed, 17-minute video for Michael Jackson's Bad, released on 1987, and I'm trying to figure out which subway station it was shot in. Most stations looked different back then, of course - there's been a lot of fixing up and adding of art since then.
It looks like maybe it could be the 2nd Ave F stop, but it could also be the Broadway/Roosevelt/74th St multi-train express stop in Jackson Heights, Queens. Or.... where? Does anyone know? I haven't been successful finding anything about it via web searching.
posted by MaudB at 1:58 AM PST - 7 comments
November 12
How many staples (metal pieces out of a stapler used to bind papers) are thrown away per year in the United States? In the world? Please cite a print reference if possible.
Alternatively, I imagine that most staples are discarded. How many are produced?
posted by arrhn at 10:49 PM PST - 5 comments
Suggestions needed: where to eat, watch football, and keep busy on Thanksgiving Day in New York City.
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posted by serialcomma at 10:23 PM PST - 2 comments
How can I get mini-dvd video footage on to my Mac when I don't have a mini-dvd player & the format isn't compatable on a Mac?
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posted by DudeAsInCool at 9:53 PM PST - 5 comments
I want to be stronger and more physically fit. So I've heard
weight training is the way to go. As a complete n00b, where/how do I start?
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posted by zippity at 8:32 PM PST - 23 comments
Partly because of finally seeing The Prestige I've become interested in learning more about the
Gilded Age and am looking for recommendations of some good non-fiction books that cover this period in history. (note: this post is spoiler free)
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posted by kosher_jenny at 8:09 PM PST - 14 comments
Is trekking/bumming around the Indian Himalayas in February a good idea?
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posted by Wendy at 7:01 PM PST - 6 comments
I'm looking for an interesting and fun Real Time Strategy game to play. I love the concept, but have never really found one that I enjoy - too much dirt farming or bizarre interfaces or complex strategies that bewilder my Quake-addled brain.
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posted by rks404 at 6:17 PM PST - 32 comments
How to deal with disruptive university students who are determined to ruin the course and the tutors?
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posted by anonymous at 6:14 PM PST - 33 comments
I'm looking for free or invexpensive Home Budget Software. I've seen the previous AskMe and have searched download.com.
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posted by snsranch at 5:57 PM PST - 10 comments
How can I make my computer trust it's wireless connection to get to the internet? I have a Windows XP professional system with a wired connection through a local router to a softmodded Xbox and a wireless connection (USB adapter) that connects to a router in another room and out to the internet. Every time I enable the wired connection, I lose the ability to connect to websites. (Extended details inside)
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posted by neolith22 at 5:35 PM PST - 7 comments
"Amazing Dryer Balls"...anyone use them? Do they work (as a replacement for chemical-y dryer sheets)?
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posted by tpl1212 at 5:28 PM PST - 14 comments
Any suggestions for fun bar/lounge in DC to celebrate a friend's birthday next weekend? Looking for a place that is not too expensive, has a little dance floor, good place for a group to celebrate a friend's 30th. I know Adams Morgan has alot of places like this...so I am asking for ideas that are NOT in Adams Morgan.
posted by psususe at 5:16 PM PST - 15 comments
I'm checking over the health of a friend's Dell laptop. In System Information -> Software Environment -> Startup Programs, she has thousands of entries, consisting of all the files in the system32 folder. These entries are duplicated under the user names .DEFAULT and NTAUTHORITY\SYSTEM, and are in location "Startup". Is this a problem, why are the entries there, should I delete them, and how?
posted by Arcaz Ino at 5:12 PM PST - 15 comments
What is the name/URL of the tool that allows you to see a physical map of where a domain name's server is?
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posted by criticman at 4:50 PM PST - 10 comments
Do I have to add RAM in matched pairs to my dullard of a Dell Dimension 110? I've gotten conflicting information and don't know who to believe. I need to finish this post haste to meet a client deadline and I'm freaked at the prospect of ruining my computer, dismal as it is. I've got 256 and I'm trying to add another 100.
posted by wordswinker at 4:33 PM PST - 8 comments
I have a weblog which is published uses a Creative Commons Attribution license. I've discovered that some spammers are including snippets of my weblog posts in their e-mails, presumably to poison or avoid spam filters. It turns out leaving off the Non-Commercial clause was a bad idea! Is it possible to retroactively re-license my content under a more restrictive license, or am I screwed?
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posted by anonymous at 4:20 PM PST - 10 comments
Can anyone give me experience-based guidance on what clothing is acceptable for Western women visiting Egypt?
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posted by Morrigan at 3:32 PM PST - 16 comments
I believe that Bajan Black Cake is a traditional holiday treat. I sampled some last year and was immediately hooked.
I considered making my own (http://www.visitbarbados.org/explore/black.aspx) this year, but am beginning to think I don't have the time.
Where can I find an authentic version in NYC?
posted by NYCinephile at 3:30 PM PST - 1 comments
i'm looking for a relatively nice yet inexpensive restaurant that is walking distance from the nyu torch club. "located on Waverly Place between Greene St. and Mercer St. in Greenwich Village." it will be for a business meeting and yes i know the torch club has their own dining room but i am looking for something else. Thank you!
posted by Paleoindian at 3:20 PM PST - 13 comments
How can I convert AAC sound files to MP3 files? For some reason, Powerpoint will not let me insert AAC files as sound files, so I'm looking for an easy way to convert about a dozen short AAC files so Powerpoint can recognize them.
posted by quintno at 3:17 PM PST - 7 comments
I used to play an old DOS game in which you had to manuever a paper airplane through a house, with each room being a different level, each of which got progressively harder through the addition of obstacles. The plane, if I recall correctly, had a fixed rate of descent and could only rise by moving over a fan/vent. If you touched anything you died. It was an awesome combination of puzzle/action. Bonus points if you tell me how I can play it on a modern WinXP box.
posted by phrontist at 2:08 PM PST - 6 comments
I was just reading
this article about a Brazilian woman shot 6 times in the head and surviving with no mental damage. In fact, somehow the bullets didn't penetrate the skull. What type of gun can fire 6 bullets (assuming he didn't reload a Derringer or something) and do so little damage? I don't plan to use this knowledge for nefarious purposes, I'm just a curious dude.
posted by ktoad at 12:54 PM PST - 27 comments
I'm looking for two Indian (Hindi?) words that mean "high quality" and "low quality" and were used, for example, during the Brittish Raj to describe building construction as first rate or second rate.
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posted by alms at 12:02 PM PST - 7 comments
Fresh out of college, with an entry level job in a neat industry. What’s the best way to acquire as much knowledge as possible from folks who are in positions I desire? I don't want to just make copies and deliver the mail forever!
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posted by fillsthepews at 10:47 AM PST - 15 comments
Adobe Premiere Pro 1.5 encoding (export) problems. Hopefully someone can help me out!
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posted by cheero at 9:55 AM PST - 4 comments
I was in a bar the other night and the bartender passed out a poker chip to everybody in the house, which was, I found out, how the bartender or bar owner buys a round for everybody. I never saw this before. How widespread is this tradition (a round on the house via passing out a token to everybody?)
posted by stupidsexyFlanders at 9:09 AM PST - 21 comments
I'm going to Thailand for about a month. I could really use some tips, resources etc.. anything would help, and if you're in Thailand and want to meet up I'll buy you a beer.
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posted by monkeycool at 8:43 AM PST - 11 comments
How do you make good decisions/choices when you obviously have feelings (your own or others) that want to drive you in one direction?
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posted by generic230 at 7:43 AM PST - 8 comments
What is the best way to record sound with with a portable, hand-held device in regards to sound quality and ease of use? Suggestions for equipment and technique please.
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posted by lrobertjones at 7:35 AM PST - 10 comments
I need to choose my top three choices for locations in Japan for the Jet Programme. Can you help me choose something that meets my needs?
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posted by valmonster at 7:29 AM PST - 14 comments
There is a small squirrel trapped in my apartment. Does anyone have any advice to help me get it out the door?
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posted by bobobox at 5:48 AM PST - 15 comments
A friend and I are planning to go to Chennai in search of adventure (we're from Singapore) in March '07. Any advice?
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posted by mordecai at 1:19 AM PST - 2 comments
November 11
How do people actually bring themselves to study? I mean, it's just so... *yawn*
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posted by wumpus at 11:56 PM PST - 21 comments
Is there a way to automatically redirect emails from one Gmail account to another?
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posted by piers at 11:31 PM PST - 8 comments
I just got a second-generation iPod Nano as a gift, and I want an inexpensive-yet-functional case for it, that will protect it from damage.
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posted by Kadin2048 at 11:17 PM PST - 4 comments
My family and I want to stay in Big Bear, CA for a couple of nights this winter (to ski). While I'm willing to sleep pretty much anywhere, others are not.
What's the nicest hotel up there?
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posted by rbs at 10:49 PM PST - 1 comments
Please help me find movies that end with the main character dying.
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posted by sequential at 10:41 PM PST - 135 comments
I got into a debate the other day with my boss, who is absolutely anal-retentive about everything power related (to the point where he scolds me for leaving fluorescent lights turned on if I'm not using the room).
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posted by melorama at 10:31 PM PST - 17 comments
I am looking to replace my cell phone. I use T-Mobile.
The want list: camera, bluetooth headset, email & DURABLE! (broke two already)
What phone do I really want?
posted by digital-dragonfly at 9:10 PM PST - 15 comments
Does windows xp create a log of attached usb drives and files opened on them? If so, can I subvert it?
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posted by anonymous at 8:53 PM PST - 8 comments
Looking for a good plastic surgeon for a rhinoplasty job in the bay area "mountain view".
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posted by convex at 8:40 PM PST - 3 comments
What are some good online forums to talk about/debate politics on?
posted by Maia at 6:28 PM PST - 7 comments
Much like the question a couple hits below...anyone know how the purchase a Waffle House dinner set? Plates, bowls, coffee cups with the Waffle House logo?
posted by keep it tight at 6:13 PM PST - 4 comments
I just moved into a house that I bought, and the heater makes this 700 square-foot house nice and toasty, but the timing seems off. First something comes on, it makes a humming, sounds like a motor, but no air is coming out yet....that goes on for a minute or two, then the igniter clicks on and glows for about a minute, then flames come on for 3-5 minutes, then the fan comes on and blows heat up throughout the house. Inspector said...
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posted by Salvatorparadise at 5:49 PM PST - 9 comments
Where do I find (to buy) a complete set of glassware and china used on the Rock Island Railroad (50s-60s time period). Authentic, not fake or reproduced?
posted by america4 at 5:42 PM PST - 5 comments
Are there any good car GPS systems that you can buy that work well in Boston (Big Dig and all) and surrounding areas? Thanks, --spatially-confused person
posted by Malad at 5:39 PM PST - 8 comments
I'd like to offer visitors to my website the option of buying prints, cards, calendars, etc. of my photographs. (Just paper goods for now.) Are there any better print-on-demand options for this than Cafepress? What other factors haven't I thought of?
posted by gottabefunky at 5:21 PM PST - 11 comments
Convert perl to python: I am very comfortable with regular expressions but I need help converting an implementation of them from Perl to Python. I have an example Perl script below that opens a file, scans through it one line at a time, does a s// replace, then finds a string in the result and stores it in another variable. I would love to just have a working Python version of this for my edification-- and if you have any "Perl to Python" tutorial links I'd love to see them.
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posted by neustile at 4:46 PM PST - 11 comments
Weightlossfilter: For those of you who lost 50 pounds or more - and have kept it off for 2 years or more, say: how did you do it?
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posted by meijusa at 4:39 PM PST - 21 comments
Photoshop question: I have a large image which I want to color-correct. I've been testing on a shrunken version of the file, and I'm actually happy with the results of just doing auto-levels. However, if I do auto-levels on the full-size image, I get totally different results. How can I get the same results on the full-size image?
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posted by krunk at 3:56 PM PST - 13 comments
How can I find a job at a ski resort in Japan? I have lots of customer service experience, but I don't speak Japanese.
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posted by goseethesphinx at 3:54 PM PST - 6 comments
Help putting together an online record of my year as an exchange student. Specifically, my questions inside deal with: what media (blog, wiki, lj, flickr, website?) how to deal with different materials (diary, emails, photos, memories) and a legal question regarding the association that sent me.
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posted by arcticwoman at 3:46 PM PST - 8 comments
Can anyone recommend any good online resources containing reference images, specifically fashion, throughout various historical decades/eras?
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posted by Robot Johnny at 2:49 PM PST - 6 comments
Can anyone tell me the approximate neck size, sleeve length, waist and inseam for a man who is six foot three and 230 pounds? He is proportioned normally for someone of that height and weight. I need to buy some clothes for a guy and won't have a chance to ask him his sizes before buying.
posted by jayder at 2:34 PM PST - 16 comments
I want the Java application I'm writing to put an icon in the menu bar (next to the system clock, airport status icon, iChat icon, battery icon, etc), a la Quicksilver and Gmail Notifier, but I have no idea how. Help!
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posted by Alterscape at 1:23 PM PST - 7 comments
My two siblings and I want to have a nice photo portrait done as a gift to our grandparents. I'm assuming that mall studios will produce tacky photos but I don't know what to look for in an alternative. I also don't know how to prepare for the portrait. I'm looking to have this done near either Cambridge, MA or Providence, RI. Any suggestions?
posted by davidriley at 12:13 PM PST - 7 comments
A couple months ago I
got a new motherboard, but earlier today it crashed with a hardware error and the built-in soundcard no longer works, and I'm worried that other things might go as well. The complication is that my main system drive is actually a RAID-1 array using the motherboard's built in RAID controller. So the first question is: how easy would it be for me to recover the data if the motherboard dies? and the second question is whether or not I could get the board replaced under warranty, and if so would I just be able to swap it in without reinstalling XP?
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posted by Paris Hilton at 12:05 PM PST - 10 comments
How much should I expect out of partners from a startup, in regards to time and commitment? I am the type who will spend every waking hour researching, working, making contacts, etc. I do not believe my partners are making the same time commitment. Any advice, books or resources on dealing with interpersonal relationships when a startup is in the early phases?
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posted by anonymous at 11:47 AM PST - 16 comments
Are silk stockings less likely to run or snag or be otherwise damaged through regular use than nylons?
posted by lisaj32 at 11:02 AM PST - 14 comments
I need help; it's getting time for Christmas shopping and I've never been able to get good gifts. Details inside.
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posted by uncballzer at 10:16 AM PST - 5 comments
I'm about to start some freelance web design work, this is my first time doing something like this, what do I need to know about taxes and sending my client bills?
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posted by blim8183 at 9:29 AM PST - 11 comments
Should I install Internet Explorer 7? I use IE6 (windows XP) now and am doing my best to learn XHTML and CSS -- I'm a newbe. I've check ASKme and there is quite a number of folks that are against updating. These folks appear to have substantial knowlege of programming and are far advanced to my knowledge of the subject . Should a person new to web design just upgrade to IE7 now and learn design to strict W3 standards rather than wait until the rest of the universe is at those standards and relearn them the right way? I know there is alot of grey area here -- for and against. Thank you....
posted by orlin at 8:40 AM PST - 17 comments
Would overlapping my prescriptions of 600mg of Ibuprofen and 500mg of Nabumetone put me at higher risk of developing stomach ulcers, or is the risk minimal that the two will interact and cause such a problem?
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posted by myodometer at 7:46 AM PST - 6 comments
Calling all DeadHeads: I'm going through some bad, hard-to-deal-with shit right now, and am looking for some music to help see me through.
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posted by nixxon at 3:38 AM PST - 18 comments
Does a "Chinese Tone Checker" software program exist? For that matter, does any software exist that will show the pitches in my voice in a way that I could perfect my tones?
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posted by trinarian at 2:31 AM PST - 6 comments
Other than XO Communications, who in San Francisco offers ADSL2 service or bonded G.SHDSL service (aka "Ethernet over Copper") and allows BGP?
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posted by eschatfische at 12:36 AM PST - 3 comments
Why do people (myself included) feel the need to identify oneself with something cultural (i.e., book, movie, etc)-- as having been interested in it PRIOR to another person? What, if any, is the evolutionary purpose for this instinct?
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posted by mireille at 12:03 AM PST - 27 comments
November 10
I want to find if and where a given literary critic (Mikhail Bakhtin in
Rabelais and his World) comments on a specific passage (Chapter 32 of Book 2 of Rabelais's
Gargantua and Pantagruel), can anyone recommend a strategy?
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posted by jrb223 at 11:34 PM PST - 3 comments
My googlefu has failed me: I can't find a particular compilation album of 30's and 40's type music anywhere. Help me find it.
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posted by damnjezebel at 9:42 PM PST - 7 comments
My ears feel swollen after using a headset for a few days. Anyone have any experience with this?
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posted by bob sarabia at 8:12 PM PST - 9 comments
Why does my collie mix lie down whenever he sees other dogs approaching? And, how did he teach our spaniel puppy to do the same?
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posted by mygothlaundry at 7:17 PM PST - 13 comments
Hitchcockians: Does anyone know where I can watch/download an episode from The Alfred Hitchcock Hour online? Namely the episode entitled "The Monkey's Paw."
posted by drunkghosts at 5:27 PM PST - 1 comments
My laptop is going wonky. Sometimes when I jiggle it, it cuts to a full screen series of flashing colors (I think the order is black, white, red, blue, then green). Each color in the series holds for about a second before proceeding to the next one, then the sequence repeats. I have to then hard restart it. WTF?
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posted by Falconetti at 4:30 PM PST - 5 comments
After saving for a couple years my family and two others are ready to have our Greece vacation this spring, and now I need some organizational advice. There's great info in previous askme threads on itineraries and what to see, but I am hoping to find a local tour guide who can help us see the sites.
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posted by forforf at 3:37 PM PST - 4 comments
French rabbit Chardonnay - I love it! Does anyone know of a similar wine in the same price range?
posted by bright77blue at 3:32 PM PST - 5 comments
MSWordFilter: how do I convert back after accidentally clicking "send to" and turning my doc into an email?
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posted by acoutu at 2:40 PM PST - 4 comments
MusicResourceFilter: Are there any alternatives to allmusic.com that has as comprehensive a database for band discography, biography, and ratings, with an online presence that DOESN'T suck?
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posted by blastrid at 2:17 PM PST - 10 comments
I am currently a graduate student who has been tutoring first year students in math at my university for the past 4 years. I've tutored probably over 140 students. I'd like to start doing prep sessions for exams and am looking for some advice.
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posted by jplank at 1:42 PM PST - 1 comments
assume that im working on a flash/javascript concoction. I have some code to print out some HTML. All is well except im getting an extra blank page.....
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posted by Tryptophan-5ht at 1:35 PM PST - 4 comments
I'm tall, and my kid isn't getting any smaller. What cars have ample legroom for everyone? The big catch, and
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posted by gnomeloaf at 1:27 PM PST - 32 comments
Is there a counter-argument to the idea that indexing wages to inflation encourages inflation?
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posted by lunasol at 1:03 PM PST - 17 comments
I need to keep track/remind myself of a weekly contribution. Is there a (PocketPC?) program that will help me?
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posted by niles at 12:50 PM PST - 11 comments
I'd like to attend an immersive language school -- but would like to learn to speak a relatively region- and dialect-free form. I recently heard a Bolivian Spanish speaker on the radio-- and his Spanish was beautiful.
It's possible this is an entirely STUPID question I'm asking-- as any language may sound like mush coming from the mouths of dolts. But-- I tend not to be attacted the sound / clarity / speed of Mexican Spanish or the pronunciation used in Spain.
ANY SUGGESTIONS?
ALSO-- there are specific language schools in Central / South America would recommend?
THANK YOU!
posted by iam2bz2p at 12:18 PM PST - 19 comments
Email and domain administration help needed! I manage the domains for my parent's small business. Without thinking about what I was doing, I changed the domain servers listed at
Domain Direct for my domain from
1and1 (my old web and mail host) to
Dreamhost (my anticipated new west and mail host). The problem is, I hadn't actually signed up with Dreamhost at that point.
So two days go by, and I just now realized my error. Of course, I immediately signed up with Dreamhost and set up the domain. My question is, can I do anything to recover the emails from the last two days? I've put my question into Dreamhost technical support, but in the meantime, I'd like to understand how this works technically, so that I can respond intelligently to the Dreamhost folks, and know whether what I'm asking for is even reasonable.
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posted by trystero at 11:49 AM PST - 9 comments
I need clip art or line drawings depicting the "Roaring 20s," and they have to be free.
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posted by Gator at 11:48 AM PST - 10 comments
Online family game night:
I would like to start up a "family game night". My extended family is very close, but lots of people have moved to different areas. There is a general want to stay closely connected and I want to do my part to help foster that. Help me out.
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posted by buck09 at 11:29 AM PST - 11 comments
It's getting cold out! Our Dodge Malibu, accustomed to the balmy climate of North Texas, now must navigate the chill of Western Washington! Oh, you know there's
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posted by EatTheWeak at 10:41 AM PST - 21 comments
What do film crews and/or movie companies do to warn residents of their pyrotastic filmings in the neighborhood?
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posted by slater at 9:55 AM PST - 15 comments
i know we shouldn't, but if, only if, we were to cave in and decide to get our little boy a handheld video game thing, which would you suggest?
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posted by progosk at 9:46 AM PST - 40 comments
I recently had the brilliant idea of giving my girlfriend a domain name plus hosting for her birthday. While it was well received, I haven't yet found a way to help her write a web site. While I know web technology really well, teaching my girlfriend HTML, CSS and JavaScript is not an option.
We tried Frontpage (which is simply crap) and Dreamweaver (which is too closely coupled to the code for her) so far and didn't get anywhere.
Is there any really simple page creation software, possibly web-based, that would allow her to create her own site without too much hassle? I'm thinking about something with the difficulty level of Google Page Creator, but maybe with a bit more power.
Linux servers running pretty much anything are available.
posted by themel at 8:48 AM PST - 22 comments
If Microsoft pays Universal music 1.00 for each Zune sold, to help them recoup losses due to piracy, does that mean that I can put any Universal music I want on the device?
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posted by stupidcomputernickname at 8:47 AM PST - 14 comments
I'm in the greater Toledo area and I'm looking for a romantic weekend getaway location in the surrounding area for thanksgiving weekend. I'm fairly new to the area and don't know the nice places to go and stay. Its an anniversary, so I want somewhere kind of romantic, like maybe a resort hotel or something. But it needs to be somewhere that won't just be cold and dead in late November.
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posted by heh3d at 8:30 AM PST - 8 comments
What careers would suit an introverted but intelligent person?
I am working through several careers books but have difficulties settling on careers to research further. I have social anxiety as do most of my friends (met through self help sites) and we are mostly in the same boat. Everyone seems to be looking for extroverted types, where do we introverts succeed?
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posted by AuroraSky at 7:43 AM PST - 28 comments
My ex recently found out she was pregnant. She asked for my advice, then when I gave it, became bitter and told me to sod off. Was I right?
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posted by anonymous at 7:28 AM PST - 31 comments
What is the usual protocol for asking a girl out on a second date? Do you do it while you're on the first date, or is that too much pressure?
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posted by anonymous at 7:27 AM PST - 24 comments
How does one propose a medical theory explaining the cause behind a physical disorder?
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posted by mirileh at 6:42 AM PST - 45 comments
I'd like to make
this (links to a YouTube anime clip including a recipe for making bread in a rice cooker). Unfortunately, all the measurements are listed in grams. How can I convert from grams to more conventional North American measurements?
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posted by DrSkrud at 6:21 AM PST - 11 comments
Has anyone heard of a French novel called "Lot"? The book was mentioned in a John Hughes film (What I have Written) after the novel by John Scott. I've tried Google but no luck.
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posted by tesseract420 at 4:31 AM PST - 8 comments
The new hard drive I installed on my XP machine has been having problems, and I
think the problem could be directly related to a tock! tock! sound that something is making...
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posted by zardoz at 3:54 AM PST - 6 comments
DVD Rip Filter: I want to rip several movie clips of a DVD and convert them into separate mpeg files. Please help me out.
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posted by IZ at 3:31 AM PST - 7 comments
I know similar questions have been asked, but i wana know about mountain bike jumping. i am crap at riding with flat pedals, and i can hardly get any air. should i learn on a bmx first? should balance and manipulation be tried on a small 20 incher first then progress to the mountain bike? should i learn with flat pedals first? edo
posted by edtut at 1:50 AM PST - 8 comments
What's the state of the art in installable spam filters for Unix mail hosts? Spamassassin has failed me.
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posted by Nelson at 1:04 AM PST - 18 comments
Leases often contain a clause saying you can be evicted if you disturb the neighbors. Mostly hypothetical question inside.
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posted by Goofyy at 12:09 AM PST - 9 comments
November 9
Help! What movie was filmed in this house pictured in the latest issue of
The Atlantic?
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posted by awenner at 11:28 PM PST - 17 comments
I'd like to gradually remove meat and dairy products from my diet, primarily for health reaasons. Are there good books that talk about how to systematically do this with a high likelihood of success? I'd like to make the change over the next two years.
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posted by mecran01 at 9:46 PM PST - 22 comments
im looking for this book for my thesis and cant seem to find it:
The War Started at Maksimir - Hate Speech in the Media (English)
published in 1997 by Belgrade Media Center
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posted by SmarterChild at 9:39 PM PST - 7 comments
MusicFilter: I'm trying to find an old hardcore techno song that used a sample of the old woman in Evil Dead screaming "I'll swallow your sooooooul!!"
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posted by killjoy at 9:08 PM PST - 18 comments
How can I access and edit toolbars in Firefox? Specific issues I'm having are in the extended explanation.
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posted by abbyladybug at 9:06 PM PST - 10 comments
How can I safely clean a plastic basin that's been used for soaking human waste-related cloths?
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posted by cadge at 8:51 PM PST - 10 comments
I am looking for something (either rss or api) that will allow me to dynamically place sports scores on a website I run for a college group. Right now I am just manually putting scores into a database and having them pull from that. Specifically I am looking for Minnesota Gopher Football, Hockey and Basketball. Any help would be appreciated.
posted by dyno04 at 7:51 PM PST - 2 comments
I'm in a situation where I need to, for logistical reasons, make a quick decision and acquisition of a dual WAN failover router...and I know precious little about them. There's
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posted by pjern at 7:02 PM PST - 7 comments
I use google gmail and like it. But I cannot find out how to block a certain contact. I do not use google chat. It is my understanding that you look at the contact list and under "Show in Quick Contacts" select BLOCK. I cannot find quick contacts and I assume it is part of google chat. Does anyone know for sure? Thanks
posted by JayRwv at 6:44 PM PST - 9 comments
I cleaned loads of mp3 files from my hard drive. iTunes still shows the deleted files in the library. I could not find a "refresh" function. How do you refresh your library in iTunes? Thanks.
posted by eebs at 6:41 PM PST - 13 comments
I'm planning to quit my job tomorrow... and I'm nervous. Is it the right decision? Or too rash?
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posted by quarked at 6:26 PM PST - 24 comments
Anyone know of a good alternative to www.NetVibes.com? I need to be able to create tabs and put a list of bookmarks and maybe RSS feeds underneath each tab.
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posted by HotPatatta at 6:07 PM PST - 6 comments
Yet another name-that-song. The beat and guitar sound like the
Theme from COPS mixed with Ace of Base's
All That She Wants, with a saxophone on top.
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posted by Kwantsar at 5:22 PM PST - 9 comments
A while ago of LifeHacker (I think, anyways) I saw an article on using periods and adding different words within your Gmail address that would still send to your account, but you could use as 'disposable' emails. Confused? No worries, examples and
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posted by InsanePenguin at 4:34 PM PST - 13 comments
I'm interested in spending a couple of years in another part of the world, either volunteering or teaching. Am I fit to do so? If so, what programs should I look into?
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posted by treepour at 4:26 PM PST - 19 comments
I picked up and was given the following books: Learning Javascript, Real World XML, Learning C#, and Learning PHP & MySQL. Since these are books I intend to read anyway, I was wondering which one should I read first?
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posted by badger11 at 3:29 PM PST - 13 comments
What's a good
free, semi-anonymous Web hosting service that isn't quick to take down content? I want to post some satirical artwork I created, but not get canned because of some overreactive corporate legal department. I've heard Dutch sites are good for this. Any thoughts? And does Google do a good job indexing free servers?
posted by hodyoaten at 2:36 PM PST - 7 comments
I've agreed to put some money down on the milk challenge. My boss has bet me that I can't drink a gallon of milk in one hour. Do I have a chance? How?
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posted by Telf at 2:34 PM PST - 64 comments
I work for a magazine publishing company, and I think I am making a lateral move to another company which offers more upside potential in the future. I get a base salary, but most of my income comes from commission. The company I work for is relatively small, a LLC, and I dont think there are any $$ problems. My boss however is somewhat of a tyrant. My concern in leaving is that he will try and find a way to stiff me out of any remaining due commission to me. It is currently and ranges around 20k, in which he owes me, and pays me off in increments per paycheck. When I started here, we had put the agreement down on paper...(more)
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posted by TwilightKid at 2:28 PM PST - 2 comments
I'm curious as to how much cholesterol numbers can change on a daily or weekly basis.
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posted by hindmost at 1:21 PM PST - 2 comments
I'm looking for a fun game to play at night with a small group of people and walkie-talkies.
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posted by herrdoktor at 1:07 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I use Windows without touching a mouse? Will voice recognition software help?
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posted by tabulem at 1:04 PM PST - 17 comments
I want some funny and hip holiday cards to send out to family and friends. Any suggestions for a fun online stationary store?
posted by k8t at 1:03 PM PST - 10 comments
Can you translate this short paragraph from Polish into English please? It involves some "L33t" speak so it may be challenging.
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posted by allthewhile at 12:33 PM PST - 6 comments
I'm helping a good friend design a new kitchen for her home. She's kind of tight on money so i'm suggesting she do either the base cabinets first and the wall cabinets at a later date or vice versa.
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posted by bluehermit at 12:24 PM PST - 11 comments
I've got my wife's old powerbook and my old iMac G5. I'd like to basically copy everything on the powerbook over to the iMac. I know about the great migration app that runs when you first get a mac, but how do I go about wiping the iMac clean and copying powerbook stuff over as if the iMac were new?
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posted by mathowie at 12:08 PM PST - 17 comments
Emacs under OS X: I installed Aquamacs a while ago, and my dotemacs file received a "thumping" royale. What should I do?
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posted by Gordion Knott at 11:53 AM PST - 4 comments
I feel like this should be easy info to find, but I can't find it! I want to take a bus from Toronto to the Buffalo Airport. There are plenty of buses to Buffalo, but I can't seem to find one that has a drop-off at the airport.
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posted by Kololo at 11:35 AM PST - 6 comments
I've got an Excel spreadsheet with numbers ranging from 2,000 to 600,000. I want Excel to look at each cell and essentially categorize all of those into five categories in a new column. If the value is less than 10,000, I want Excel to give it a 1, if the value is between 10,000 and 50,000 I want it to be 2, if the value is between 50,000 and 100,000, I want it to return 3, if it's between 100,000 and 500,000, I want a 4, and if it's above 500,000, I want a 5.
I tried the IF function, but I can't figure out how to a) make it recognize multiple variables, and b) I don't know how to tell it to look for numbers within a range. The Excel help section about arrays and lookups is fairly mystifying. Anyone got an idea?
(I know I could sort the data and do this manually, but I'd like to learn how to do this Excel's way.) Thank you!
posted by stonefruit at 11:01 AM PST - 14 comments
It's time for the partner and I to set up wills. We've never done this before, and our "estates" aren't worth the cost of going to a lawyer. I need clarification about what we might need, and recommendations about what software to use.
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posted by misanthropicsarah at 10:53 AM PST - 11 comments
It was always my understanding that Numbers 5:11 in the Hebrew Bible refers to an abortive procedure. However...
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posted by Baby_Balrog at 10:33 AM PST - 17 comments
I'm looking for a shelf (from 3 - 5 feet high) that neatly fills a corner, i.e. it turns at a 90 degree angle. A "Corner Shelf." Either one piece or something in two-peices that would go together without interrupting the flow too much. Anyone know of such a shelf set? Hopefully from a national brand available in the S.F. Bay Area?
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posted by wavejumper at 9:42 AM PST - 11 comments
Are collaborative open-source projects (e.g. Wikipedia) inherently more wasteful of resources than their commercial competitors (e.g. Britannica)? I believe there might be
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posted by roofus at 8:12 AM PST - 11 comments
XP Woes. Pagefile in a non default area causing the continual loop of BSODs.
I ask for my friend, his laptop bsod'd and I am having trouble fixing the problem. I know basically what a pagefile is, and this particular error occured after a sudden shutdown when he was out of his apt. What to do now?
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posted by eleongonzales at 7:59 AM PST - 22 comments
I have a 15-hour layover in Madrid, 10pm-1pm on a Monday night (ouch, but definitely worth it overall in this case). General advice or any personal experience there would be much appreciated! I'm looking for spots in the airport to sit and work on my laptop (ideally even with electrical outlets) and spots for a quick nap or some sleep. I'm fine sleeping in chairs. I'll only have two small pieces of hand luggage. The airport is mostly smoke-free and I need that, so buses into the city probably won't work for me. I've seen
this. Thanks!
posted by allterrainbrain at 5:22 AM PST - 11 comments
Recommendations for D.C.-area temp agencies? Bonus points if you've had good experiences with one that led to a permanent job at a corporation, foundation, or non-profit.
posted by hazelshade at 5:07 AM PST - 8 comments
BotanicalFilter: What kind of plant is this?
Posted a photo of an unknown (because I'm ignorant of such things) plant found in Southern Spain to Flickr. Now other Flickr-ites and botanists are arguing over the correct identification: Carob or Tamarind seem favourite. Do Mefites know better? Photo and comments so far at
http://www.flickr.com/photos/andresv/290458848/. Comments on this forum or flickr welcome. Thanks.
posted by limeyboy at 4:23 AM PST - 5 comments
I'm looking for a hairdresser in London that specialises in curly hair for my girlfriend.
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posted by reklaw at 2:20 AM PST - 4 comments
In "Control Room", who was the aide to General Brooks (or CentCom staffer) who rebuffed the journalists' attempts to get a copy of the deck of cards? Among her quotes is "I'll remember that the next time I run a war".
posted by scrump at 1:46 AM PST - 2 comments
So I want eye surgery to correct my vision, what is the latest word on the best technique.The last post's were hella old.(yes I searched)
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posted by highgene at 1:21 AM PST - 10 comments
November 8
I want to be able to set up links to my blog posts by letters in the alphabet, is there an easy way to do this?
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posted by fenriq at 11:31 PM PST - 5 comments
How do you clean up ugly DV footage? What are some specific techniques you use in Adobe After Effects to turn amateur DV footage into something cleaner?
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posted by idledebonair at 10:01 PM PST - 12 comments
Why won't "Instant Wireless Compact USB Adapter Configuration Utility" uninstall, and why does it seem to take up 14.2GB of my hard drive?
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posted by billtron at 9:25 PM PST - 6 comments
WebDesign Filter: Is there a site that has a collection of basic page layouts that I can browse and choose from, a la the Noodle Incident's CSS box workaround page?
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posted by rmm at 8:41 PM PST - 9 comments
In OS X mail.app, it is possible to configure an email account and associate it with multiple email addresses by separating the addresses with a comma in the preference pane. This is useful if you have multiple addresses at the same domain because it allows you to reply to mail and send new messages using the address you choose without having to configure two accounts.
Is something similar possible in Entourage? I am trying to achieve the same functionality for someone who needs to use Entourage for other reasons and am hitting a wall. Any help is most appreciated. (example inside)
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posted by bcnarc at 8:28 PM PST - 3 comments
Bizarre and completely NSFW porn-related question - where did these videos come from?
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posted by SassHat at 8:12 PM PST - 10 comments
PadLockFilter: My tech teachers in school both have these really soft-edged "mickey mouse" keys (they have two holes in the head of the key, like mickey's ears) that open pretty much any key padlock (all Masters, and some other generics).
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posted by weaponsgradecarp at 6:01 PM PST - 12 comments
PS3 Legal Filter: Sony is purportedly blocking gray market sales of the PS3 from external markets into Europe. What is the legal validity of this? Of course you can find...
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posted by stratastar at 5:42 PM PST - 18 comments
Help me figure out whether I'm being scammed. The question, which involves theft prevention, MAC addresses, and the University of Washington Campus Police, follows after the break.
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posted by rossination at 5:19 PM PST - 23 comments
How long should I expect to wait in line to see the Supreme Court in session?
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posted by 0xFCAF at 4:26 PM PST - 7 comments
NBA: Who do I go see? So I don't follow the NBA much, but we're going to a Hornets game in OKC. Which game would be the best to go to?
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posted by striker at 3:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Why does my bread become *hard* when stale, yet my crackers (graham, oreos) become *soft* when stale?
posted by 777 at 2:52 PM PST - 9 comments
Do you have a healthy and yummy holiday recipe for a bunch of fun-loving elderly folks with type 2 diabetes and hypertension?
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posted by dog food sugar at 2:15 PM PST - 8 comments
Need recommendations for a great physical therapist in NYC that is good with hips. I have significant arthritis, despite a preventative major surgery (ganz osteotomy) last year I am "looking forward" to a hip replacement within the next 5 to 10 years. I am 33 and dance in a troupe. Having major trouble finding good therapy and massage that falls within my Aetna hmo. Don't worry about the insurance, I will check that out. Just give me recommendations, pls.
posted by smartypanties at 2:11 PM PST - 2 comments
OK, seriously. This may be a bit TMI, but anyway... how is it possible for a 1 - 1.5 inch hair to grow out of one's forehead seemingly overnight?
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posted by Witty at 2:00 PM PST - 22 comments
WindowsGeekeryFilter: RIS Installation -- Riprep image installs fine, but will not join domain during the GUI install. Much...
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posted by Nerro at 1:24 PM PST - 1 comments
Remember Cher's "Believe" from a few years ago ("Do you believe in life after love?")
I heard an ironic, great version of it on the radio yesterday. I couldn't find it in the station playlists. It has a male vocalist and uses the same vocodor distortion effect on the chorus as the Cher version. Who is it? (PS, it isn't The Luxury Liners.)
posted by soulbarn at 12:40 PM PST - 7 comments
Should I stay with my Clinically Depressed partner or take a chance on love?
My wife and I have been together for 10 years. She has Clinical Depression and some physical health problems (nothing extremely serious, but they do effect often effect our sex life.) She is on medication for her Depression, which helps her function. However, it is not a "cure" - it just makes her less depressed and depressed less often (which is normal for C.D.) Recently I met another woman, and yes, have fallen in love . . .
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posted by anonymous at 11:36 AM PST - 40 comments
A water main leak was repaired in front of our house. Our facets spewed muddy water. Now possibly contaminated dirt is settled in the water pipes. Health and mechanical/structural risk of dirt and debris settled in water pipes? If, and how to remove? Where for water sample test? How to deal with the Water co. on liabilities? Attorney recommendation?
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posted by MD06 at 11:01 AM PST - 5 comments
My husband and I are in the market for a new oil furnace. Help us make sure we get the right one.
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posted by SheIsMighty at 10:53 AM PST - 4 comments
Living in Wisconsin, you can imagine why I might want an "angry" playlist for my car right now. I've got 59 minutes so far of music that will help me press down on the accelerator with righteous vengeance, but I need your help to find the other 21 minutes to round out the CD.
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posted by thanotopsis at 10:39 AM PST - 78 comments
Help me ruin my mother's day: Data that compares the carbon dioxide emissions between California and China/India.
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posted by frogan at 9:50 AM PST - 20 comments
If I have a computer application that spits out data continually in the form of UDP datagrams, can I then take that data and plug it into a "live" Flash movie to be viewed online?
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posted by Hartster at 9:08 AM PST - 1 comments
I want to avoid a feud with my neighbour - what is the best way to go about doing this? Of course there's...
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posted by gwenzel at 9:05 AM PST - 23 comments
Color Theory and Beyond: Recommend me a good book or references on color theory, including optical effects and concerns beyond just basics like complimentary, analagous, etc?
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posted by Shane at 8:57 AM PST - 15 comments
I applied for an internship with the understanding that I would be making a certain amount, but the offer letter states a lower amount. What are my options?
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posted by armage at 8:56 AM PST - 12 comments
Needed- best running shops in the New York metropolitan area for getting feet (flat) and gait (upright) analyzed and shoes recommended. A place that knows its stuff and isn't going to shove whatever they have the most of in back down my leg. (Or am I being hopelessly naive?) Thanks in advance.
posted by IndigoJones at 8:31 AM PST - 7 comments
How much is an MBA from a lower-tier school worth? Especially when compared to a Masters in Accounting from a higher-end school?
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posted by Darke at 7:16 AM PST - 11 comments
Can you help me recode one part of my blog / website so that it works in all browsers? (I think its an easy fix that I am over looking)
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posted by crewshell at 7:10 AM PST - 5 comments
My boss lives several states away (we both telecommute). His wife will have their second child in a few weeks. I'd like to gift them with some useful goodies that can help them get through those tough early days, but are relatively easy to mail and/or order. Any suggestions?
posted by lucyleaf at 7:06 AM PST - 14 comments
I'm looking for the name of a book I read in the early '70s about a genius who comes up with all kinds of ideas for solving everyday problems.
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posted by sixpack at 6:58 AM PST - 1 comments
I seem to have covered up my desktop photo with a color - how can I uncover it or locate the desktop photo to reapply it?
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posted by deliriouscool at 6:52 AM PST - 7 comments
Why do day-long training sessions give me migraines and what can I do to avoid them?
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posted by unmusic at 6:42 AM PST - 11 comments
I've read about wireless Internet services that allow your PC to connect to the Internet wherever your cell phone carrier has a signal. How do these services work, and which one do you recommend? Does anyone have experience using
SnapDialer?
posted by zembla3 at 6:26 AM PST - 8 comments
Possible romantic, gay friendly travel destinations within a few hours' driving distance of Sarasota, FL?
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posted by kavasa at 5:51 AM PST - 11 comments
Can anyone suggest a simple and free application that will allow me to set up an online diary study?
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posted by ciocarlia at 5:24 AM PST - 2 comments
We're meant to do all of our University assignments with Harvard Referencing. Easy enough. However I've grown used to using Word's system of managing references and it does all the updating itself for any changes I make - has anyone got any ideas how to get Word 2007 (or 2003 / XP) to do the referencing? My Google-fu has failed me so far.
posted by philsi at 4:41 AM PST - 2 comments
I'm seeking opinions... What is the best place to live if you're commuting to the Union Station area of Washington, DC? I'm open to anything, but, I need to buy a relatively affordable house. Also, my Mom lives in Frederick, my Dad lives in Baltimore, and my brother-in-law lives on Capitol Hill. It would be nice to be somewhat central to all of them. For a bonus point: Are there any towns that are simply so great (have a great downtown/restaurants, etc...) they are worth consideration regardless of these other factors?
posted by Shanachie at 3:13 AM PST - 25 comments
PrehistoricPCFilter. Win98 (SE); bad clusters appearing every couple of days. Due to using Azureus? Just plain senility on the laptop's part? Advice greatly appreciated.
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posted by Gratishades at 1:42 AM PST - 8 comments
I'd like to build a publicly editable online database. Each record of the database will consist of images and a few bits of meta data and maybe some Flickr-style tags. I don't have the skills to build a custom database nor the money to pay someone to build it.
Is a wiki the way to go? If so, which free (or cheap) wiki software do you recommend for someone with very little programming knowledge?
If I remove the "publicly editable" requirement, would a plain ol' WordPress blog with tags be the cleanest option?
posted by Typographica at 12:03 AM PST - 4 comments
November 7
i photographed a high school girls' sports team all season. putting together a slideshow DVD of the best images for the girls to have. what music should accompany the slideshow? i want the girls to like the music but i have a feeling my musical taste (mostly indie rock/folk/singer-songwriter stuff) wont be a hit with them. i'm a bit of a music snob so any suggestions that would please the girls but also allow me to keep my musical integrity intact would be greatly appreciated.
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posted by slowtree at 11:52 PM PST - 37 comments
Well, this might be an odd one. The girl I am seeing has very delicate skin. I have stubble and it does quite a number on the skin on her chin. Is there anything we can do?
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posted by synecdoche at 10:54 PM PST - 14 comments
sameoldrelationshipstuff filter: Like many of us, I have fears about my relationship. Does she really love me? etc. One thing that's starting to drive me crazy is that I want more affection than she wants to give. I know everyone is different, blah blah blah, but just so I can have some perspective, can you guys tell me: how often do you smooch your sweety? Do you tell him you love him every day? Do you expect a hug when he gets home from work? If he asks you for some attention - do you give it to him, or run the other way? Help me understand what is normal - or at least average!
posted by anonymous at 9:29 PM PST - 17 comments
NaNoWriMo-filter (okay, and I'm just plain curious): What do saline vs. silicone vs. cohensive gel ("gummi bear") implants feel like? Does it feel like flesh on top with a discernable lump beneath, or do the two intermingle subtly? I'm most curious about the cohesive gel, as these are touted as being realistic but they're new enough (still in clinical trials in the U.S.) that personal accounts are rare.
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posted by Humpable Prose at 8:53 PM PST - 4 comments
Recreational physics-filter: I need a solution for a tricky rotational dynamics problem.
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posted by killdevil at 8:33 PM PST - 5 comments
Equipment list for undergraduate physics instruction: what's essential, what's nice, what's gravy?
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posted by bumpkin at 7:45 PM PST - 12 comments
My lucky bamboo has developed
bumps along the underside of the stalks. Does anyone know what is causing them, and if they are harmful to the plant?
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posted by donajo at 7:17 PM PST - 7 comments
So I bought the new Decemberists' record
The Crane Wife and iTunes (7.0.2) on OS 10.4.8 won't recognize it; just spits the CD tray back out. This is making me really angry(!!) as I'm thinking it's some DRM issue. Anyone else have this experience?
posted by xmutex at 7:15 PM PST - 9 comments
I want to use album covers as wall hangings. I want ones that aren't too busy, have only a few colors used, and don't have words on the front (or the words are very small). Recommend me some.
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posted by 23skidoo at 6:12 PM PST - 20 comments
Vitreous Enamel Tiles absorb tea and turmeric, the stains of which can't be washed. They make tiles look ugly. Is there any method/chemical remove the stains caused by them?
posted by vicharak at 6:01 PM PST - 4 comments
Short-term, high priority askme: Is there someplace online that's providing a war-room-style map with tonight's US election results in real-time?
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posted by TonyRobots at 5:59 PM PST - 11 comments
Recommend a recording studio in Metro Boston for doing reasonably-priced mixdowns from miscellaneous sources (ADAT, 4-track, DAT, hard disk, etc.).
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posted by mykescipark at 4:58 PM PST - 0 comments
Ok so you've got this highly energetic girlfriend who likes to play lots of physical games and distracts you from your work. You love having her around but she knows all your buttons and sometimes you just need to focus. You just want to distract her away from you for a couple of hours. Your friends say she is just an annoying bitch..... which is *literally* true being canine....
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posted by vizsla at 4:41 PM PST - 23 comments
Is there an easy way to automatically generate an MSWord (or text) document that contains the titles and folder structure for all files on a hard drive? In other words, to create an index of a hard drive's contents?
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posted by lionelhutz5 at 4:27 PM PST - 9 comments
Do you know of a good place a guy could buy an atomic age pro-nuclear propaganda poster around here?
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posted by NGnerd at 4:26 PM PST - 7 comments
Carb/Protein Drink: Help me find the most convenient (and least expensive) way to formulate a workout shake of ~62/31g Carb/Protein, and 3-5g each of BCAAs, Glutamine and Phenylalanine.
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posted by sdis at 4:16 PM PST - 6 comments
What is the difference between DVD+R and DVD-R, from the standpoint of a casual computer user?
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posted by calhound at 3:15 PM PST - 14 comments
How do I get archived video from ESPN? Alternately, does anybody have a copy of the 8/31/06 Indians at Red Sox game from ESPN? Reward and
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posted by one_bean at 2:55 PM PST - 4 comments
Can anyone think of a way to use Group Policy to remove user's domain accounts from the local admins group or at least remove their rights?
posted by Cosine at 1:35 PM PST - 6 comments
AutomobileFilter: I was looking at a few cars in the office parking lot and I couldn't help wondering -- why are Audis and Subarus designed with the engine so far forward? I've heard that both these brands of cars generally have the engine placed in front of the front wheels. Is there a technical reason for this, or does it come down to legacy engineering?
posted by clevershark at 1:06 PM PST - 11 comments
In colder weather, while taking a shower, water eventually condenses on our bathroom walls (even with the exhaust fan on). The odd thing, which I cannot figure out, is that a faint yellowish substance appears from nowhere and runs down the wall. I wouldn't notice this on the semi-gloss lavender paint, but it pools on the white wainscotting below. It's an old house but was painted a few years ago and the paint seems clean on the surface. I've wiped down the walls, but it doesn't seem to help. What is the yellow stuff?
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posted by _sirmissalot_ at 12:48 PM PST - 25 comments
Does Technorati "
Claim a Blog" actually work? Every few months I remember to try to update Technorati. When I enter my blog address, I get a message:
There was a problem claiming your blog. Please try again in a few minutes.
It's been like this for months.
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posted by meehawl at 12:44 PM PST - 5 comments
I need to set up a community site that also has a Digg-like community news section, and am trying to find open source packages that will do the job. I looked at Pligg, but am wary of using it (reasons inside). I wonder if Drupal will work. Can you folks shed some light?
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posted by madman at 12:44 PM PST - 1 comments
Cat furniture/trees that don't look like crap? Looking for plans or ready-made decent looking cat furniture that is fun for my cats but pleasant to look at. Everything I've seen so far looks really, really ugly. Think IKEA-ish in form, function and price.
posted by sharksandwich at 12:41 PM PST - 15 comments
I am very impressed by the
Bulgarian Properties website. Are there any similar sites for searching (cheap) real estate in other countries?
posted by mjklin at 12:12 PM PST - 0 comments
I found out today that starting tomorrow, I'm teaching a kids' book club once a week. I've never done this before. Help!
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posted by BuddhaInABucket at 12:11 PM PST - 7 comments
What exactly are my rights as an apartment tenant in Florida (and as per the wording of my lease)? I'm being charged with a fee on my account, and I need some information.
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posted by mhuckaba at 11:27 AM PST - 7 comments
Looking for some suggestions for a computerized tape-library system. If not tapes, a system that we can adapt to keep track of tapes.
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posted by donguanella at 11:07 AM PST - 6 comments
I have a large number of files sitting in a directory. I'd like to automate the following: Take each file, create a subdirectory for it (the name can be anything), and move the file into that subdirectory. Repeat until every file is moved into its own subdirectory. This is in Windows XP (although obviously I could use a .BAT file in MS-DOS).
Thanks
posted by mikeand1 at 10:14 AM PST - 24 comments
Whenever I eat dark chocolate, I sneeze. The darker and more unadulterated the chocolate, the quicker I sneeze (and the more intense it is). Why?
posted by pt68 at 9:55 AM PST - 15 comments
Instead of planting my plants directly in the gravel of my aquarium, I was thinking of putting them in pots. Clay pots are fine, I think, but I was curious about plastic pots. Anyone out there know if those are safe to use? No toxins leaking into the water? I wouldn't even know what to test for. Home Depot sells a lot of these cheap.
posted by rsol44 at 9:44 AM PST - 3 comments
My friend hurt himself and ended up with a six-digit hospital bill. The health insurer has denied his claim because he had a couple of drinks that night. What are his options and best strategies for appeal?
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posted by randomstriker at 9:36 AM PST - 26 comments
Does anyone know of any interior designers or contractors in the London metropolitan area that specialize in sound installations, recording studios, or accoustic treatment?
posted by Human Flesh at 9:22 AM PST - 1 comments
I need to attach a promotional magnet to a paper flyer. I'd like to use that peel-off adhesive often used to attach samples in magazine ads. What is it?
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posted by donnagirl at 9:08 AM PST - 8 comments
I'd love to know how many calories one burns during sign language interpreting - I think this might interest a lot of interpreters, actually.
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posted by etoile at 9:04 AM PST - 2 comments
I have a current project I'm working on that I have to output a Quicktime file as a RealMedia (.rm) for a Real Helix Server. Apperently the format is locked and I have no input on using a different file but I'm having trouble getting the video converted to .rm on OS X. I've done quite a bit of searching but I don't seem to have any options, RealMedia seems to have locked down their format so that their files can only be written with RealProducer, which only runs on Windows/Linux.
Anyone have any ideas? Thanks!
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posted by chrisWhite at 9:02 AM PST - 5 comments
Can you name these two songs from around 1971? They were taped from a campus radio station but defy all efforts at identification. Help! I've put short .mp3 excerpts
here
posted by storybored at 8:49 AM PST - 22 comments
I bought a $750 airplane ticket online from United. Flight is for the end of December. Got confirmation # and receipt, saw the money go out of my bank account. Four days later noticed the money is back in my account -- there is no sign that it was ever taken out. United.com still says my ticket is confirmed. What's up? Will they charge me the day I actually fly? Did they screw up and give me a free ticket?
posted by mmader at 8:39 AM PST - 13 comments
My poker game is improving slightly--I've managed to cut out my sillier all-in Matusow-style moves in favour of a more thoughtful, measured approach, but I'm worried that I'm becoming a little too conservative on the river. Example: Last night I called an early position raise and hit a flush and straight draw with my low, one-gapper cards. He raised small amounts all the way, giving me the right price for my draw and on the river I hit my flush. Because it was a low flush, I just checked along with his final check, and he showed AA (I didn't put him on AA, because his raises were so small, almost as if he was TRYING to keep me in the pot).
Afterwards, i felt silly that I had not pushed all in because he would have surely called, but my mind was too occupied with the possibility of a higher flush.
Does anyone have any tips on how to know when to go for it on the river with a great hand that's not the nuts?
posted by Mrs.Doyle at 8:29 AM PST - 16 comments
I need help learning the rules of composition for photography or fine art. What makes a good photograph? What makes a bad photograph?
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posted by Pastabagel at 8:12 AM PST - 26 comments
Does anyone have any information regarding Westwood College in Chicago, a FOR PROFIT university?
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posted by bash at 7:58 AM PST - 4 comments
Is every Doc Johnson Pocket Rocket REALLY FREAKING LOUD, or do I have a defective one? Any simple mods to lower the noise level? Or do I just need to buy a different (but still cheap, mini & battery-powered) vibe that's not a POS? And if so, which one? (My previous Doc Johnson vibe was quiet & great -- for the six weeks before it died.)
posted by lorimer at 6:52 AM PST - 11 comments
How can I overtake my rival on google, considering his site doesn't exist anymore?
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posted by quibx at 6:50 AM PST - 16 comments
I'd like to make some basic cardboard cars for my boyfriend's twin toddlers for Christmas. I'm a teeny bit crafty but not "handy" so no power tools. Any ideas or inspiration for me?
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posted by beccaj at 6:25 AM PST - 3 comments
There are those that say opposition at home to a war overseas is harmful to the morale of the soldiers fighting said war. Have you been/are you in the military? Know someone who is/was? What do they think about that argument?
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posted by twirlypen at 5:36 AM PST - 33 comments
Help me create my mini-animals! Where can i buy DIY/craft material to create stuffed teddy bears and felt animals in London, UK?
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posted by Sijeka at 3:39 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me share a monitor, wireless keyboard and wireless mouse between a desktop and a laptop.
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posted by jbickers at 3:32 AM PST - 10 comments
Someone I know online may have faked her death to our group of friends. How can I verify this?
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posted by juliebug at 1:33 AM PST - 41 comments
What are some cool, low-key alley-way bars in Melbourne city?
posted by lazy robot at 1:10 AM PST - 5 comments
November 6
Joe Jackson's The Band Wore Blue Shirts - The drummer's shoes are dirty...
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posted by hutta at 11:46 PM PST - 6 comments
I live right between two locations on Craigslist. Posting an ad to one region means it won't show up on the other, though they are both equally distant and I want people from both areas to see.
I want to cross post, but there's a warning that the posting might be flagged/removed. Should I worry about this, or go ahead anyway? This isn't spam, and it's also my first time posting on the site.
posted by bangitliketmac at 10:46 PM PST - 10 comments
Please help me name a painting. I have an old photocopy of a painting depicting a man being held on his back by two busty women. One of the women has a cloth wrapped around her head, and the other is slicing the man's neck open with a sword. What's it called? Who painted it?
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posted by carsonb at 10:42 PM PST - 3 comments
Funeral Question: A friend's father recently passed away after a 6 month bout with leukemia and her family is sitting Shivah tomorrow evening. What should I bring and what customs should I be prepared for? One friend said we're supposed to bring food but what kind? Also, I have a feeling there might be tons of food so is there something more lasting I could bring? The Shivah will be held at a home that is kept kosher and may be orthodox or at least very close to it
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posted by slapshot57 at 10:24 PM PST - 5 comments
Is it ethical for a property management company to put political signs in front of their rental properties without permission from the tenets who live there?
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posted by wfrgms at 10:10 PM PST - 12 comments
I recently watched Garden State and I realized that all the movies I love are exactly the same. Can you recommend some more?
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posted by milarepa at 9:36 PM PST - 83 comments
I am in the search of finding free and or cheap things to do in the LA area (Santa Monica, Venice, Culver City, Marina Del Rey Etc)...any ideas? Just something you have found that you really enjoy...
posted by matthelm at 9:27 PM PST - 12 comments
How do I transfer the contents of a Raid array (2x80GB, Striped) to a new HDD so it still boots?
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posted by tomble at 8:56 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I resign gracefully? Should I give more than two weeks notice? I have a wonderful full-time job but I'm returning to college in January.
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posted by jesirose at 7:40 PM PST - 12 comments
I need a version of the Christmas story that is simple enough for children to understand in a story format rather than reading scripture. An online version would be nice!
posted by cainiarb at 7:23 PM PST - 3 comments
Where is the best place to purchase quality sports bra (support and no bounce) for playing basketball for less than $30 for a size 32 or 33 B or C?
posted by sandra194 at 7:19 PM PST - 5 comments
Trying to find the name of this 90s-2000s medieval-themed metal band that has a video where the lead singer walks around a castle singing and posing on the ramparts while the guitarists play solos.
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posted by destro at 7:01 PM PST - 13 comments
Congress Facts: I watched
this video on YouTube about Bernie Sanders that states he has sponsored 165 bills, but only one has become law. How can I find a concise list of stats like this (sponsored, vs become law) for all congressional members?
posted by SirStan at 6:50 PM PST - 4 comments
He proposed to me on a whim with a $8 engagement-style ring (I said yes!). My real engagement ring is now in the mail, but what can I do with the original ring?
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posted by anonymous at 6:47 PM PST - 19 comments
I like Jon Brion, Elliot Smith, Ben Folds, The Postal Service, and Quasi. What is the genre of music I like called, and what are the staples of it to which I must listen?
posted by bingo at 6:27 PM PST - 39 comments
Back in my days of technical theater, I recall a story about the beginning of hyper-realism in set construction. The gist is that the set designer got ahold of the actual plans for the restaurant in which the play was set, and simply built it on stage.
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posted by mzurer at 5:53 PM PST - 3 comments
Follow up to
this question. I had the knee surgery today, and my doc when explaining my post-op care to my friend said that I'm going to have to have shots of
Lovenox in my friggin' stomach for a while. Anyone have the experience of giving themselves injections, especially if you're a little phobic?
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posted by moonbird at 5:23 PM PST - 15 comments
Friends of mine are getting divorced. Is it possible for me to stay friends with both of them? If so, how?
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posted by chippie at 5:15 PM PST - 14 comments
4 Bigshot users. Highly customized profiles. All getting new (different) hardware. How do I get the new machines "the way I had it before" for them without spending a week re-doing all the software customizing that they can't tell me how they did in the first place?
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posted by bartleby at 4:28 PM PST - 11 comments
mySQL/Drupal/phpMyAdmin: I've got
this error in my Drupal DB, and I understand what I'm supposed to do to fix it, but I don't know how to get jiggy in my database.
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posted by sciurus at 4:18 PM PST - 5 comments
I had an electrician install track lighting for me. The tracks were installed on 2’ extensions so they hung down from the ceiling. I didn't like how low the lights hung so I decided to take the extensions out. I got the first one okay and everything worked fine. Then BOOM, POP, SPARK. Why?
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posted by savagecorp at 3:48 PM PST - 6 comments
My used Honda Odyssey (2005) did not come with a couple of parts, which the dealer has offered to order. However, I'm having trouble getting them to look up the right part number for one piece and would like help finding the right part number to avoid having to go into the dealership just to order the item.
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posted by theredpen at 3:06 PM PST - 2 comments
Can anyone point me in the direction of stories involving specific battles of Greenpeace, (and Greenpeace members?) I'm also interested in stories involving Greenpeace splinter groups.
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posted by np312 at 2:54 PM PST - 2 comments
Are the playlists for Sirius Radio music channels available online anywhere?
posted by felix at 2:19 PM PST - 6 comments
I have "For Sale By Owner" questions. It has been a while since anyone has asked for advice for selling a home yourself, and I'm hoping for some more informative answers. If you've sold your house yourself, what websites did you use? Is there a company you would recommend for a MLS flat fee listing that includes a listing on Realtor.com? How small of a commission did you find buyer's agents are willing to take?
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posted by McGuillicuddy at 12:50 PM PST - 18 comments
Three friends and I are going to have to perform a song at a friend's non-traditional wedding. The hunt for the perfect song is on. More details to follow...
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posted by tom_g at 12:16 PM PST - 37 comments
I am looking for a Wireless media player that can stream video from my computer to my TV but also record video from my tv to my computer. Does such a device exist?
posted by tirebouchon at 12:03 PM PST - 3 comments
Got mice? I've got mice behind the drywall and I'm trying to figure out an expedient way of snuffing out their lives.
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posted by jellicle at 11:52 AM PST - 17 comments
Is there a great place to buy wine on the drive between Manhattan (george washington bridge) and Philadelphia?
posted by davidvan at 11:48 AM PST - 7 comments
I'm moving in the summer of 2007 to a new city. I'm a web designer/developer, how can I get a head start on my job search? (likely to Asheville NC, if that helps)
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posted by jacobjacobs at 11:38 AM PST - 3 comments
My 19-month old still isn't independently walking on her own yet. Any suggestions on what I can do to help her along?
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posted by Gooney at 11:33 AM PST - 23 comments
I've been doing some general simplification of my finances, and realized that its more worthwhile for me to use a credit card which gives me cash back to purchase gas (and other daily expenses). The thing is, I've had a brand-specific gas card for six years now, just to charge monthly gas fill-ups and then pay the balance each month. If I close this credit line is there a strong chance that it will impact my credit negatively?
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posted by Asherah at 11:29 AM PST - 9 comments
I recently left my comfortable position in a safe, nonprofit enclave to try the big bad corporate world and see if I could make a go of it. Three months in, the fit is pretty lousy. Ah, but I think I know what I
really want to do. And yet, should I give the new place more time to see if things improve? What's that? Yes, or course, there's ...
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posted by anonymous at 11:14 AM PST - 5 comments
In lieu of going to a marriage therapist, what can a couple do to bring their marriage back from the brink of divorce?
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posted by anonymous at 11:14 AM PST - 33 comments
Idiom filter: Party Pants.
I was watching Cien Mexicanos Dijeron (the Unavision version of Family Fued) with my girlfriend, when they got to the final stage, where two people try to answer quick questions with the most popular answers.
We didn't manage to catch the first contestant's answer, nor the question, and the second contestant was clearly just spitballing with her answer of what we believe was "cepillo de dientes" (toothbrush). According to the the host, the most popular answer was "pantalones festivos."
Festive pants? What the hell?
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posted by klangklangston at 10:40 AM PST - 28 comments
Seasonals, regionals, imports, varietals: What store has the best beer selection in San Francisco?
posted by jjg at 10:37 AM PST - 8 comments
Mathematics Factoring Problem
Factor completely:
16p^8w – 49p^6w
The ^ represents an exponent.
I know this problem is a difference of two squares, it's the 8w and 6w that throw me off. I've tried several solutions but none check to be true.
posted by foreversport at 10:33 AM PST - 16 comments
Meeting a friend for lunch in Boston. She's at the Boston Convention Center near the World Trade Center, I'll be around the public gardens and the Common. She only has 2 hours to get somewhere and eat, while I have all the time in the world. Where should we eat? Under $20 a meal would be great.
posted by JonahBlack at 10:16 AM PST - 10 comments
Some colleagues are trying to export a MS Access report to Excel. Here's the error they get:
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posted by ao4047 at 10:07 AM PST - 4 comments
I'm thinking about getting a second car just for kicks and have a few questions. Of course, there's ...
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posted by uncleozzy at 10:00 AM PST - 15 comments
[DessertFilter] I'm looking for some tried-and-true apple cake recipes. What are your favorites?
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posted by leesh at 9:54 AM PST - 10 comments
So I took 7000 pictures (jpeg) with my webcam over a period of 12 hours. How do I stitch them together into a time-lapse video?
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posted by bering at 9:42 AM PST - 21 comments
When it comes time for the ramp-up to the 2008 Presidential elections in the U.S.A., what can a Canadian do to promote his/her viewpoint other than babble on the internet? Are there any laws prohibiting foreigners from being involved in the election promotions or process?
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posted by Kickstart70 at 9:41 AM PST - 16 comments
I'm having a massive tree removed from my backyard. What should I know about the arborist's insurance?
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posted by agropyron at 9:36 AM PST - 2 comments
I love music by Air and Explosions in the Sky. Can you recommend bands/songs that sound similar? Also, what is this type of music called? (Lounge, ambient?) TIA.
posted by catburger at 9:18 AM PST - 28 comments
[Street Parking Etiquette] - Darn - someone hit my parallel-parked new Prius! (more below)
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posted by mctsonic at 9:15 AM PST - 13 comments
[PregnancyFilter] In the second trimester, which aches and pains are a normal part of the experience, and which require immediate medical attention?
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posted by hsoltz at 8:52 AM PST - 8 comments
What's the significance of having a front license plate with a black background and a single, wide, horizontal blue stripe?
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posted by santry at 8:50 AM PST - 7 comments
As much as I'd like to contribute my vote to what could be a pivotal senate race, I don't want to do anything illegal. I need some clarification.
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posted by csimpkins at 8:32 AM PST - 13 comments
NYCCommuteFilter: What is it like to commute from Brooklyn to Staten Island in the morning over the Verrazano Bridge by bus? I can find the bus routes and the google maps and everything but I wonder what the experience is actually like (I am considering working in Staten Island). Google maps says it takes 16 minutes from Bay Ridge to Silver Lake Park but that sounds impossibly speedy.
posted by Aghast. at 8:22 AM PST - 5 comments
I have purchased a Mac for use in an all-Windows environment. I have never used a Mac. Converts: what are some of the things you've learned that helps ease the transition?
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posted by aberrant at 8:10 AM PST - 11 comments
I have been building up a rather large PDF library of scientific literature. The problem is that I am sure some of these are copies that just have different names. Is there a (free?) application (for Mac) that will find the duplicates for me?
posted by jonesor at 8:01 AM PST - 9 comments
I had made up my mind to purchase a
Squeezebox from Slim Devices, but I see that they have been
acquired by Logitech. Should this make any difference to my decision in the long or short term? Are Logitech likely to make the server software more proprietary/less open to DIY?
posted by patricio at 7:47 AM PST - 2 comments
I'm trying to come up with a reading list for a "personal comp. sci. degree" (along the lines of Josh Kaufman's "personal MBA" reading list). What books should be on my list?
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posted by jacobian at 7:33 AM PST - 33 comments
Are (U.S.) police required to use their lights when speeding to an emergency or other call of duty?
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posted by Stauf at 7:28 AM PST - 11 comments
I made some brushes in Photoshop that I would also like to use in Illustrator. Is there any way to transfer them over? Both versions are CS2. Thanks!
posted by kidsleepy at 6:48 AM PST - 3 comments
I'm planning to spend the intersession studying Spanish in Caracas, Venezuela. There are a lot of very similar programs advertised through a series of websites, but i'm having a hard time finding any credible reviews or enough basis for a comparison between them. Anybody have experience in language school there, or know where I can look to help me make a decision?
posted by milkman at 6:44 AM PST - 3 comments
Is there a word for missing something that hasn't happened? Yearning for a future that can no longer come to fruition?
Extra bonus points if there's something in another language (especially Ancient Greek!).
posted by sam and rufus at 6:27 AM PST - 14 comments
I am looking for a guitar teacher in either DC or Baltimore. I am at an intermediate level (mostly rock). I used to take lessons but haven't in about 8 years, so I'm rusty. I am looking for someone with an excellent reputation, which I am willing to pay for. Does anyone have any suggestions?
posted by jules1651 at 6:27 AM PST - 4 comments
BluesFilter: A couple of years ago, a friend and I were flipping past the blues channel on XM radio, and stumbled across the one of the funniest songs I've ever heard. I want to find a copy for my friend for a Christmas gift. Of course, I have no idea what the song actually is. Help me, O HiveMind!
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posted by somanyamys at 5:57 AM PST - 7 comments
Access SQL:
How to use a short list of numbers stored as text in a table cell as the criteria for a query?
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posted by Zetetics at 5:15 AM PST - 9 comments
What should I be asking and looking for while meeting with potential corporate lawyers and tax people? What should I expect from them during these meetings?
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posted by NotMyselfRightNow at 5:09 AM PST - 2 comments
I have a Freeview box with SCART output that I want to watch on my PC. It doesnt have any kind of video input yet, but thats where you lovely people come in.
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posted by lemonfridge at 4:05 AM PST - 7 comments
RF-to-IF over fiber. I'm not much of an RF geek lately but i'm learning a bit here and there. One of the things i've found some interest in is these RF-to-IF converters, which supposedly allow you to take chunks, or even the entire RF spectrum, convert it to a data signal, relay it over fiber, and then move it back into RF spectrum at the other end allowing traditional receivers to listen to it.
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posted by arimathea at 3:59 AM PST - 13 comments
Looking for a song a friend heard played at a club this time last year. The only thing he remembers about it is a lyric something like "Mirror mirror on the wall, who's the biggest QUEEN of them all?!" Anyone recognize it? Thanks in advance.
posted by awesomebrad at 12:10 AM PST - 4 comments
November 5
I am having a problem installing a new toilet tank handle assembly and need to know if anyone has suggestions.
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posted by doplgangr at 10:40 PM PST - 11 comments
Is there a law requiring you to pay Income Tax? I saw this
video over at youtube, from The
FreedomtoFacisim.com website. They say that Income tax is illegal and there are no laws. They even mention that the 16th admendment isn't valid via the supreme court. Ok, are these guys wackos? IRS has guns, so they make the rules, thats all I know.
posted by IronWolve at 10:28 PM PST - 38 comments
I have a friend who is convinced, because of a combination of a breakdown of some sort and failing most of her freshman classes, that she has to sit out for something like seven years before she can go back to a University. Is this right? Is there some sort of grade forgiveness or a 'do over' button or something for getting a higher education? What's the deal? Is she forever screwed?
posted by geekhorde at 9:11 PM PST - 26 comments
I've started to take Fish Oil pills and wonder about the prescribed guidelines. The directions say to take one pill three times a day (they are 1000mg's each BTW). It would be far more easy for me to take three at a time. Will I do any harm or will my body not be able to absorb all the goodness if I take them at once?
posted by mmascolino at 8:47 PM PST - 20 comments
My landlords turned on the heat in my building, and now my room smells funny. They say that it's nothing, but I'm kinda worried.
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posted by Afroblanco at 8:02 PM PST - 19 comments
A friend of mine told me a few years ago about "dradows". These are half-dream-half-shadows; the image you have of something before you actually see it (e.g. the picture you get of a house based on a textual description). Can someone point me to references about this idea?
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posted by negative1 at 8:00 PM PST - 7 comments
Help! I've become addicted to the new Showtime program Dexter, and I'm trying to figure out how I can get a hold of new episodes legally and theres
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posted by zia at 6:02 PM PST - 14 comments
Should college art professors have an outside career in their field of arts aside from teaching?
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posted by matimer at 4:43 PM PST - 18 comments
Need to figure out the best kind of database for a small but growing business. MS Access isn't cutting it anymore. Of course there's
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posted by TayBridge at 4:06 PM PST - 32 comments
How do I take the derivative of the gamma function, so I can prove that the derivative of the gamma function is the gamma function multiplied by the polygamma function?
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posted by Loto at 4:06 PM PST - 4 comments
Help me find a technique to be able to park in the middle of a perpendicular parking spot, first time everytime, without backing up.
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posted by Xurando at 2:07 PM PST - 15 comments
I've fallen in love with Daft Punk's Discovery, and I know nothing about electronica, techno, etc - help me find more awesome stuff like this!
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posted by stenseng at 1:56 PM PST - 44 comments
If I don't use my Dell PC computer for several hours and return to it, the various screens on my Firefox browser are often frozen. This sometimes affects non-web screens, such as word processing, etc.--but sometimes it doesn't. I can't even close out of the Firefox screens--I keep getting an error message. Any suggestions? I'm using a direct ethernet connection with a cable modem.
posted by quintno at 1:35 PM PST - 12 comments
Does anybody know of anyplace I can get a cheap legal copy of Adobe Illustrator CS2 and Photoshop CS2? I would be fine purchasing a used copy if it was completely legal. I do not have the money right now to buy the software at the normal retail price but would like to learn them. Also, if I were to buy a used product from eBay, what should I make sure it includes to make it a legal copy? Cheers!
posted by *lostatsea* at 1:32 PM PST - 15 comments
Verizon Wireless extended my contract without my knowledge or consent when I changed my service plan a few months ago. I explicity ask Verizon each time I make a change to my account whether or not the change would extend my contract, and the customer rep must have said no, or else I would not have agreed. What are my options?
posted by speedoavenger at 12:53 PM PST - 15 comments
RazrFilter: My Verizon service just provided me with a free upgrade to a Razr V3. Now what? naturally there's lots
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posted by lonefrontranger at 11:28 AM PST - 6 comments
What to do in Barcelona? This is my third time in a short period of time. I'm looking for something new to do, see.
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posted by octomato at 11:08 AM PST - 8 comments
I just returned from Europe, and looking at the hotel bill I noticed a rather large VAT figure. I know there's ways to get a refund for purchases, but does it apply to things like hotels, and if so, does anyone know how to get a refund (now that I'm back home?).
posted by jgballard at 10:23 AM PST - 4 comments
Help a History Professor: How do I create a local history and geography website with wiki functionality?
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posted by LarryC at 10:04 AM PST - 8 comments
im looking into starting an adult drop ship site, does anyone know who the best drop shipping companies are, who has the best margins, selection? anything helps! thanks.
posted by butterball at 9:47 AM PST - 7 comments
How do syndication fees for TV shows like The Simpsons work? Does every episode cost the same to show? Or is it priced by season? Or by episode? Do the good ones cost more to show than the bad ones? Or the new ones more than the old ones?
posted by hoverboards don't work on water at 9:44 AM PST - 6 comments
How do I get my Linux shell to behave the same when I am using screen, as when I am not using it?
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posted by davar at 9:17 AM PST - 11 comments
Next Monday I'm driving my friend to 3000 Sidney St., Pittsburgh, for her citizenship test. The Mapquest and Yahoo maps make this area look like terra incognita. Any advice on where we can park free, eat lunch, and where I can hang out nearby while waiting for her? I don't know the name of the neighborhood, but we cross the river on Hot Metal Street, if that's a clue.
posted by sevenstars at 9:10 AM PST - 9 comments
Help me track down the track listing for an album from my childhood: Hits for Kids, Vol. 1 and 2.
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posted by Helga-woo at 9:02 AM PST - 1 comments
A site that lists
all movie theater showtimes?
(or: Why is the fact that the film
Borat is playing in my city a trade secret?)
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posted by jca at 9:01 AM PST - 24 comments
How do you succeed academically [or you know, in any manner] when your family doesn't value education?
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posted by Chorus at 8:43 AM PST - 35 comments
I've invented my own type of unique, newspaper-publishable, word game. I would like to either make weekly editions of it to sell to weekly newspapers...
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posted by vanoakenfold at 8:40 AM PST - 6 comments
A question about the "Back to the Old School" line of hip-hop compilations published by Castle Music UK.
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posted by Prospero at 8:38 AM PST - 1 comments
I knew that there were beautiful fish, but I was blown away the other day when I came across an aquarium in a restaurant which boasted the most amazing, glittery, neon, tropical fish. I can't believe how cool real-life Nemos are! (Clownfish.) What are the names of other, mesmerising tropical fish?
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posted by mjao at 8:15 AM PST - 15 comments
Help me identify this book! A friend asked me this, and I quote:
"book from the 17th century? about the guy who decided to be a tourist in his own home. he wrote a whole book about how he's exploring his kitchen and livingroom. finding things he'd never seen before. marveling at a cupboard he hasn't opened for a long time. stumbling upon a pretty rock underneath the carpet." There are no other clues. I told her I had no idea what it was, but now I too am curious and interested in reading it. Apparently, not even the person who recommended it to her could remember the title or the author. Any ideas?
posted by Lush at 7:56 AM PST - 6 comments
I've read previous posts about what to get a college freshman, but this one is a bit different and the previous suggestions really don't apply much...
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posted by jspierre at 6:25 AM PST - 20 comments
I am philosophically opposed to the concept of voter initiatives and ballot questions. There are three questions on my ballot on Tuesday. Should I leave them blank, or vote no?
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posted by Saucy Intruder at 5:46 AM PST - 21 comments
iBook trackpad problems: after cleaning with a barely damp cloth, my trackpad is all jumpy. Reboots and trying to "massage" the trackpad haven't helped. Any other home remedies for this?
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posted by jbb7 at 5:26 AM PST - 4 comments
My crockpot failed to heat up last night. I now have a pot of raw chicken and onions that's been sitting out for 10 hours. Would it be safe to eat if I cooked it?
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posted by jheiz at 5:05 AM PST - 17 comments
The third floor of my neighbor's home was made into a children's playroom many years ago and hasn't been touched since. There's very interesting (and possibly offensive)
handpainted artwork on the (plaster) walls he would like to preserve, but hasn't a clue how to do it or who to talk to for advice. How should he proceed?
posted by stupidsexyFlanders at 4:10 AM PST - 5 comments
A friend (okay, it's me) has absolutely no understanding of coding or building software whatsoever. But I have a couple of potentially very exciting digital media business concepts which would require for a software program or web app to be built. How would I go about finding someone, or a group of people, to work with on investigating one or more of these concepts and making them reality? I'm willing to invest some money, but this needs to be at the lower end of the scale and I have no idea where to start.
posted by skylar at 3:27 AM PST - 9 comments
If I'm nearly shameless and have a lot of free time, how can I make a few hundred dollars during December in a snow-covered urban area, or surrounding suburbs?
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posted by punishinglemur at 3:11 AM PST - 20 comments
Do any of the major Instant Messaging services still provide a free email address that simply turns an incoming email address into an instant message like the old @pager.icq.com addresses used to?
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posted by krisjohn at 2:31 AM PST - 5 comments
November 4
Does anyone have any idea of the identity of the artist that created the
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