Help me send my friend in Ireland some very American things. [more inside]
posted by cobain_angel on Sep 27, 2009 - 31 answers

Which 3G USB key/stick thingy should my Mom buy if she wants to be able to use it in Australia and the US? She'll probably want a prepaid solution in both countries rather than a plan.
posted by obiwanwasabi on Sep 14, 2009 - 7 answers

How would a more qualified person refute my dumb legal theory regarding the death penalty? [more inside]
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 on Aug 27, 2009 - 18 answers

What can I expect from a US border guard if I go into the USA from Canada carrying packages of things I've sold on ebay to mail in the USA? [more inside]
posted by crazylegs on Mar 23, 2009 - 7 answers

Where can I find the population of US states in 1995? [more inside]
posted by Phire on Nov 13, 2008 - 6 answers

With all the bickering over taxes in the election campaign, I'm trying to get a broader picture of US income tax history, theories behind past policies, and analysis of how they worked (in idiot friendly language). [more inside]
posted by p3t3 on Oct 17, 2008 - 4 answers

How does projecting the winner of the US presidential election work? And what is the earliest time at which the election may be called? [more inside]
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane on Oct 15, 2008 - 23 answers

where in the U.S. can I rent an electric bicycle? [more inside]
posted by carrynation on Sep 22, 2008 - 4 answers

Help me translate my (lack of) qualifications when I emigrate to the US. [more inside]
posted by tallus on Sep 2, 2008 - 7 answers

FinancialOpinionFilter: I qualify for the new Federal Housing Tax Credit! Yay! But since I have to pay it back it hardly seem useful. Plus there's extra hassle with taxes for the next 15 years. Should I bother claiming it?
posted by GuyZero on Aug 7, 2008 - 5 answers

What kind of influence do US network anchors have on the news selection and editing process? [more inside]
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane on Aug 1, 2008 - 7 answers

International Marriage filter: When a US Citizen marries a foreigner, what process is involved in bringing the new spouse to the US and getting permanent resident status? [more inside]
posted by Vorteks on Jun 23, 2008 - 15 answers

I will be doing a very anticipated trip to California for the first time. Please advice with good tips! [more inside]
posted by fcoury on May 6, 2008 - 23 answers

where should I go in the lower 48, and what should I do when I get there? [more inside]
posted by drjimmy11 on Mar 2, 2008 - 24 answers

Is there something like the Hungarian "Quarelin" painkiller available in the USA? [more inside]
posted by redteam on May 16, 2007 - 5 answers

Anyone have any suggestions for insightful, well-written books on the history of U.S. foreign relations?
posted by Malad on Dec 8, 2006 - 5 answers

What is the most independent-minded city in the US? [more inside]
posted by ZenMasterThis on Jun 23, 2006 - 37 answers

How do I teach 10 or so Indonesian academics and postgraduate students how to "ace" their US Embassy visa interviews and "prep" for life in the US? Personal experiences with the US immigration process? What are some interview strategies you can pass on to my students? [more inside]
posted by mdonley on Jun 2, 2006 - 2 answers

I was looking at a spoof map showing the 'United States of Canada' and 'Jesusland'. In it, the 'blue' states were now part of Canada, and the 'red' states were what's left of the US. With the increasing divide between the two sides, what would happen if those 'blue' states seceded somehow. Don't they represent most of the economic prosperity in this country? And what does that fact say about the this country?

(I know this is not possible, but it is interesting to look at the relationship between economics and political leaning.)
posted by eas98 on Nov 5, 2004 - 27 answers

What interest rate does the U.S. pay on the national debt, and is that number likely to change as the debt increases?
posted by gsteff on Nov 4, 2004 - 3 answers

The Sydney thread has brought back fond memories of drinking local beers during my trip there many years ago. Does anyone know if Toohey's New or Old is available in the USA?
posted by mmascolino on Jan 29, 2004 - 1 answer

Can anyone suggest any really great art museums in the Southeast US? The girlfriend and I both have a long weekend coming up and need something to do. Specifically thinking in the states of TN, NC, SC, GA, VA...
posted by auzten on Jan 12, 2004 - 10 answers