Who does the media often show many anti-Western Muslim leaders in a pose with the index finger pointed skyward? [more inside]
posted by xetere at 6:11 PM - 9 answers

"Anyone who was not a communist|socialist at 20 has missed half the point of life, and anyone who is still a communist|socialist at 40 has missed the other half." Who famously said this (or something very similar...)? [more inside]
posted by aqsakal at 3:43 AM - 11 answers

What's the 'law' that says "If someone says something is impossible, they're usually wrong; if someone says something is possible, they're usually right"? [more inside]
posted by meadowlark lime at 8:08 PM - 3 answers

What are some movies with clever premises and terrible execution? [more inside]
posted by HeroZero at 8:14 AM - 58 answers

I'd like to learn a Scandinavian language. Help me decide which one! [more inside]
posted by mippy at 6:58 AM - 15 answers

I'm looking for advice on getting a custom engagement ring made in Orlando on a budget. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 7:45 PM - 3 answers

Why do some people use false names when travelling? Is this legal? I'm interested in the history of people using noms de voyages, people who do it now, attitudes towards them, and what practical difficulties there are and were.
posted by westerly at 1:48 PM - 9 answers

I need some visual symbols representative of the American War of Independence; can anyone give me some ideas? [more inside]
posted by paduasoy at 5:31 PM - 15 answers

Help a misanthropic lapsed Muslim celebrate Eid in London! Looking for ideas from all cultures and none, on manufacturing a better holiday than the traditional one I usually dread. [more inside]
posted by tavegyl at 4:42 AM - 9 answers

emergency help! I'm without plans tonight at the last minute and want to volunteer in wilmington, delaware area for thanksgiving today/tonight. i can't find any specific opportunities, have already called a few places, didn't find anything on-line. PLEASE if you know of a SPECIFIC place needing volunteers tonight (not just a suggestion to call a church or soup kitchen) let me know asap. thanks!
posted by saraindc at 12:39 PM - 0 answers

Why don't celebrities get in trouble for confessing to drug use on talk shows? [more inside]
posted by ramenopres at 11:36 AM - 16 answers

One of the things I do as holiday gifts for folks is make donations in their names to charities. I prefer to use lesser known (and/or local) charities, that are doing awesome work and have a focus of interest to the gift recipient. I'm looking for more ideas. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by rmd1023 at 6:25 AM - 15 answers

Does anyone have "hidden camera" footage of people from the 1950s and before having candid conversations? When they're giving prepared/on-camera remarks in any footage I watch, people seem very very stilted - like unskilled actors. I'm wondering if this was just the style of the "public voice" at the time, or if people actually talked to each other in day to day conversations this way [more inside]
posted by crayz at 11:16 PM - 14 answers

Help, I can't remember the name of this reality tv show. A British Asian doctor (lady) berates an unhealthy person about their lifestyle. [more inside]
posted by jmmpangaea at 6:39 AM - 6 answers

What's the story behind this strange circular building in the middle of nowhere in Scotland [more inside]
posted by fearfulsymmetry at 9:58 AM - 9 answers

My band does a great cover of St. James Infirmary Blues. What else should we do that's in the same vein? [more inside]
posted by Baby_Balrog at 7:53 AM - 13 answers

3 Brits in NYC, no plans for thanksgiving and wondering what all the fuss is about! What cool stuff can we do this weekend? [more inside]
posted by hibbersk at 7:26 AM - 17 answers

Should I apologize (or otherwise acknowledge our "oops") for cooking my Jewish co-worker's family a decidedly non-kosher dish following the birth of their first child? [more inside]
posted by QuantumMeruit at 4:28 PM - 40 answers

I am highly motivated to avoid the blahness of YANFCB (Yet Another Fucking Conference Badge.) Help me come up with COOL conference badges. Or something. [more inside]
posted by DarlingBri at 2:40 PM - 11 answers

Please help find a particular Christmas/Hanukkah card that my wife and I love! [more inside]
posted by cerebus19 at 12:00 PM - 4 answers