What are good movies about or made in post-apartheid South Africa? Assume I've seen the ones that have had moderate success in the US, like District 9, Tsotsi, and Invictus.
posted by benbenson
on May 15, 2013 -
11 answers
I received a gift from my boyfriend's mother that is at best in poor taste and at worst extremely offensive. How do I proceed? Super-fun cultural/religious beanplating inside.
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posted by coppermoss
on Mar 28, 2013 -
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We were cleaning up out back for a cookout, and I spotted
this little guy. Does anyone know what kind of snake this is? My guess was that it was not poisonous based on the head shape, but I don't know if that rule applies to baby snakes as well. More inside.
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posted by Quincy
on Mar 16, 2013 -
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On our trip to South America, we will be spending 2.5 days in Iguazu, Argentina, and would appreciate any ideas as to things we should see. Is it worth the extra cost to go to the Brazilian side? Thanks!
posted by graventy
on Mar 3, 2013 -
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Next month, I'm off to South America for three months. I'll be flying into Colombia and flying out of Buenos Aires--already booked my flight, and all should be good, except for my fear that it won't be enough time to see everything I want to see! Details inside.
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posted by lightgray
on Feb 7, 2013 -
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Can't take the cold Northeast and wonder if Charleston would work? My husband and I recently moved from Los Angeles to the Eastern shore of Ct. for a variety of reasons mainly cost of living and seeking a closer knit community. Now that we have experienced a cold winter ( it's just starting!) we see that it isn't for us. Weather is a big deal and we thought we could handle it but the being stuck indoors, the layers of clothes, the desire to hibernate are all getting to us pretty quick.
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posted by privatechef
on Jan 23, 2013 -
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What was this young adult (or children's) novel I read about a girl growing up in Appalachia or the Ozarks? It might have actually been two different novels.
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posted by lunasol
on Jan 15, 2013 -
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Help me find my hibernation spot! NYCer in search of a winter (roughly Dec/Jan -> March/April) apartment somewhere in the Deep South in a city that A) has much warmer weather; B) offers drastically cheaper rent; and C) is a small town (basically, anywhere that isn't a big city). And, once I have a few city/region options, what's the best methodology for finding a place to rent if there aren't active Craigslist listings for the city/region? Details:
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posted by NolanRyanHatesMatches
on Nov 16, 2012 -
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Spending the weekend on Kiawah Island, SC. I'd like to find a nice restaurant for Friday night, hopefully not all the way back in Charleston. Details inside.
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posted by bondcliff
on Oct 10, 2012 -
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I want to travel, one way I have heard to do this is through organizations such as FEMA and the red cross. I am graduating with a Bachelors in English in 3 weeks and am 24 years old. There are no entry level jobs that I saw available on their websites, am I doing something wrong? Does anyone know where I can find entry level positions?
I had thought about teaching English in a Spanish speaking country, does anyone know of some reputable programs for someone wish bare-bones Spanish knowledge looking to improve?
posted by Nighthawk3729
on Apr 20, 2012 -
13 answers
I *just* finished watching the series finale of ABC's "Lost", and I would like to know what still needs solving.
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posted by hal_c_on
on Oct 24, 2011 -
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I live in TN, in a city that doesn't offer very good mass transit, everything is spread out and I have to drive everywhere. I would love to live in a neighborhood designed for people who want to walk to the local grocery, book store, park. Not just a neighborhood that may offer a coffee house, but a true walking neighborhood, and I need to stay in this part of the South... Is there anywhere in TN or AR like that? (Nashville to west TN and central to east AR).
posted by flesti
on Oct 6, 2011 -
23 answers
New Englander moving to Charlotte, NC for boyfriend's new job. Tell me why I will love it.
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posted by chaiminda
on Oct 3, 2011 -
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Can you tell me how to get an .ss (South Sudan) domain name? Do you have any experiences getting one?
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posted by about_time
on Aug 24, 2011 -
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Due to very busy schedules, the earliest time we can take a vacation this year is the second half of October. We originally planned to go to Turkey, but Lonely Planet says that Cappadocia basically shuts down due to cold in mid October. So is that true, and if so, what other similar places would you suggest for a week at that time of year, in Europe? A little culture would be nice, since the rest of the tip will be spent in the Greek isles.
posted by smackfu
on Aug 22, 2011 -
4 answers
What is
this bug, and how do I get rid of them? I have been frequently discovering them, mostly in the sinks (bathroom and kitchen) in an apartment building in Atlanta, Georgia. They are about 1/2" long.
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posted by arnicae
on Jul 4, 2011 -
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What does a starred or asterisked listing in old (1915-1925) R. L. Polk City Directories indicate?
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posted by krista_p
on Mar 28, 2011 -
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#SXSWFilter. Due to a very generous friend, I've got a free place to stay in...
Round Rock. What's my best option as far as not having to drive in and out of downtown every day?
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posted by chrisfromthelc
on Mar 9, 2011 -
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Traditional Southern food (southeastern U.S.): why has it remained so popular within the region? Is it just history, or 'comfort food'?
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posted by cp311
on Feb 13, 2011 -
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What are the best southern restaurants (barbecue, fried chicken, etc.) in and around Columbia, S.C.? Willing to take a day trip if it's worth it.
posted by bigboggle
on Jan 28, 2011 -
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Dual FamilyFilter: helping Mom cope with upcoming change in residence (Greenville, SC) and helping her cope as best I can though I am so faraway.
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posted by Kitteh
on Nov 2, 2010 -
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TRAVEL: I am a student living in D.C. Where are the cheapest (warm) countries and cities I can go "backpacking" to this winter break?
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posted by bluelight
on Oct 15, 2010 -
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Where can I meet awesome guys in person in the Silicon Valley? Bonus points for places where it would be easier to strike up a conversation with them.
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posted by anonymousme
on Oct 7, 2010 -
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I am spending ~week in Mokpo, South Korea. Would love some specific tips/ advice/ ideas on fun things to do there...
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posted by Everydayville
on Sep 13, 2010 -
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I'm wondering if anyone can find information about when
this photo of Roald Amundsen, the famous antarctic explorer was taken. It is the frontispiece to his book,
The South Pole
posted by outlandishmarxist
on Sep 9, 2010 -
5 answers
Columbia, South Carolina first-timer advice. I'm heading there in October for a Gamecock's football game, part of a continuing yearly visit to different SEC football venues, and would appreciate recommendations for convenient/quality/reasonable lodging, campus area bars and restaurants, music venues and other stuff that must be seen and done.
posted by mbx
on Sep 9, 2010 -
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I'd prefer to not fall off a 50 ft cliff in New Zealand while skiing backcountry this August. Besides hiring (the very expensive) guides, how do we find volunteers willing to help us make it back to civilization each day in exchange for beer?
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posted by larthegreat
on Jul 19, 2010 -
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i have about 5 days to get from around Salta to Lima to catch a flight. budget is a big issue. what is the best way to take buses from Salta to Lima? I do not have a chilean visa but I do have a bolivian visa. I am American.
posted by barbudo
on Jun 30, 2010 -
5 answers
I'd like to watch the World Cup in peace! Using Windows Media Center 7, how do I silence the annoying Vuvuzela horn?
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posted by mr_silver
on Jun 17, 2010 -
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What are the best nonfiction books, novels or articles if I want to get a feel for city life in Seoul, South Korea in the 1970s or 1980s?
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posted by thelastenglishmajor
on Apr 5, 2010 -
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Going to the World Cup in South Africa for a month (mid-June to mid-July) as a group of 6. Will primarily be in the Johannesburg area. What's the best game reserve/national park to visit, how long should I set aside to visit, and what's the best way to arrange and book a visit/stay there?
posted by lupefiasco
on Mar 25, 2010 -
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Does anyone have any recommendations for a good painter and decorator who will work on my house located in South West London?
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posted by mr_silver
on Mar 22, 2010 -
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I'm asking this for a friend of mine. How many stamps would she need to send a card from Minnesota, USA to South Korea?
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posted by MrningLight
on Feb 17, 2010 -
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