I am married to a wonderful (black) man who sometimes has terrible grammar (sliding into ebonics). Should I continue to correct him, even though technically, he knows the proper way to say things or should I stop nagging because it will never work? [more inside]
posted by Grlnxtdr on Nov 10, 2008 - 96 answers

(I think) I read somewhere recently that if Obama won, he'd be the first elected chief executive (President, PM, etc.) from a racial minority. Is that true? [more inside]
posted by brandman on Nov 5, 2008 - 32 answers

What is wrong with suggesting that African-American children do not benefit from their parents telling them about the infamous "3 strikes against them as a Black person?" [more inside]
posted by InterestedInKnowing on Oct 13, 2008 - 37 answers

producefilter: I found a black dot on the inside of an orange slice (the orange is not rotten). What is it? [more inside]
posted by defmute on Sep 27, 2008 - 4 answers

Where to find genuinely black dress clothing that matches - shirt, tie, belt, slacks, shoes -- a seamless whole from three feet away? Obviously, this isn't an outfit one would have many opportunities to wear, but once or twice a year it would be entertaining to be able to dress stylishly but somberly in black. Black, not dark gray, but black. Like what you see when there is no light at all, black like blindness. Black slacks -- flat front because pleats are fussy (but reversed box are almost acceptable) -- with a shirt of black identical to the black of the slacks -- amazingly difficult to find -- black tie, black belt -- matte -- black shoes -- suede or matte leather. It's worth money to me if, by halloween, I can (at least in dim light) look like a floating head and two hands and depress undertakers. [more inside]
posted by Grod on Sep 25, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm a girl, getting married in a boy's suit. What shoes do I wear ? [more inside]
posted by duckus on Sep 8, 2008 - 23 answers

My GooFu Fails me... I am having problems with transparencies showing up with black backgrounds. See image for details. [more inside]
posted by B(oYo)BIES on Aug 11, 2008 - 4 answers

Can you recommend some children's picture books that don't just feature white faces? [more inside]
posted by featherboa on Aug 7, 2008 - 39 answers

Looking for tips on creating a crazy black light troll costume. [more inside]
posted by baphomet on Aug 5, 2008 - 6 answers

I'm looking for good online sources for African American news. [more inside]
posted by parkbench on Jun 27, 2008 - 6 answers

What are some creative black and white, bite sized snacks? [more inside]
posted by santojulieta on Jun 22, 2008 - 15 answers

Please help me find a black floor length formal/evening skirt. [more inside]
posted by scazza on Jun 17, 2008 - 14 answers

I have an Intel Macbook with a fairly large 2" diameter black circle floating in the bottom right corner... [more inside]
posted by wavejumper on May 23, 2008 - 5 answers

Waitress Shoe Filter: What shoe would you advise this Canadian to buy, online, that she can return easily if it doesn't fit? [more inside]
posted by Phalene on Apr 19, 2008 - 16 answers

How do I best cook rhubarb for a sauce? [more inside]
posted by peacheater on Apr 8, 2008 - 10 answers

Is it possible to dye white shirts and dark blue shirts (both 100% cotton with a shelf bra that is 95% cotton/5% spandex) black without shrinking them? [more inside]
posted by flyingcowofdoom on Apr 8, 2008 - 6 answers

Why do Catholic priests wear black? [more inside]
posted by saffronwoman on Apr 1, 2008 - 10 answers

Why are some black people afraid of my dog? [more inside]
posted by Daddy-O on Feb 25, 2008 - 111 answers

I'd like your real-life testimonials for wrinkle treatments that actually work. Bonus points if your skin is brownish. [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus on Jan 22, 2008 - 13 answers

Xbox Filter: Does the black controller for the Xbox 360 really have better grip than the white one that comes with the Pro version? I'm debating weather or not the $50 is worth spending on a black one.
posted by gmodelo on Jan 17, 2008 - 10 answers

Peroxide Mishap - Is it possible to get my bleached hair back to its natural color without resorting to boxed hair dye? [more inside]
posted by zippity on Dec 10, 2007 - 12 answers

I've been introduced to Trader Joe's Spicy Black Bean Dip and I absolutely love it; problem is that I live in Canada and can't buy it! So, I've decided the best alternative is to make it. Does any one have a recipe for it? The ingredients (in order) are: Black Beans, Water, Tomato Paste, Onions, Distilled Vinegar (From Corn), Honey, Salt, Jalapenos, Spices, Garlic. The Nutritional information (if that somehow helps) is available at Spark People
posted by royalchinook on Dec 2, 2007 - 6 answers

Wolf imagery and depression. References? [more inside]
posted by ZenMasterThis on Nov 30, 2007 - 10 answers

Should I buy the Compaq Presario that Wal-Mart is selling on black Friday? Computer nerds please help! [more inside]
posted by allthewhile on Nov 22, 2007 - 9 answers

I need teaching resources about race: the biology of human "races"; why "race" is not biological but social; how racial categories have shifted over time and place; and related questions on teaching about race? This is as a supplement to reading The Mismeasure of Man in a university "Critical Thinking" class. I need more science and verifiable cross-cultural examples to back up my "there are no biological races" claim. [more inside]
posted by LobsterMitten on Nov 5, 2007 - 38 answers

FashionFilter: Help me find/understand the clothes I'm inexplicably being drawn toward. [more inside]
posted by Phyltre on Oct 28, 2007 - 21 answers

What is acceptable dress for a black tie optional event? [more inside]
posted by Autarky on Oct 6, 2007 - 20 answers

Computer doesn't appear to load past the normal Windows XP screen. What could be the cause? [more inside]
posted by sailoreagle on Oct 4, 2007 - 12 answers

Can anyone recommend any martial arts learning opportunities (camps, workshops, lessons, etc) in Asia that an 18 year old would enjoy? My nephew in the US is a karate brown belt and he would like to travel to Asia when he graduates from high school this year. I am trying to help him find some interesting travel opportunities which relate to karate. He loves karate and has been searching for something to do in Japan or India for Summer 2008 but we haven't found anything yet. Thanks for any tips.
posted by RoadTripPlanner on Sep 25, 2007 - 6 answers

I need help locating a bridesmaid dress for my sister's wedding. There are a few constraints, but basically I'm searching for a plus-size, a-line, black, lace dress. [more inside]
posted by tastybrains on Sep 14, 2007 - 31 answers

The unmarked black cars cars: why is their existence a secret? [more inside]
posted by univac on Sep 8, 2007 - 14 answers

In search of simple black earrings (pierced). They can be small hoops, studs or wires. Not necessarily onyx or obsidian - could be rubber, for all I care, but definitely not pearls. I'd like something kind of like just the hoop part on these. If combined with metal, preferred color is silver.
posted by yoga on Aug 31, 2007 - 14 answers

Looking for some great interracial bisexual porn on DVD. [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Aug 30, 2007 - 9 answers

Following some dental adventures, I seem to have some lingua villosa nigra, aka "black [hairy] tongue". Reportedly harmless, but is there anything (a) I should know or worry about, and (b) I can do to quash it on the double? [more inside]
posted by cortex on Aug 9, 2007 - 11 answers

Black tie dress codes: do I have to go and get myself a dress? How "formal" does it have to be? [more inside]
posted by handee on Jun 24, 2007 - 46 answers

I blacked out on a roller coaster last week. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by D Wiz on Jun 22, 2007 - 18 answers

How do I find a reputable photographer who will take artistic nude black and white photos of me? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on May 28, 2007 - 18 answers

Wherein the apple gods torment me; or why does it take so long to get my macbook? [more inside]
posted by oxford blue on Feb 15, 2007 - 13 answers

Where do I get 2.5 year old black and white film developed? [more inside]
posted by hampton on Jan 22, 2007 - 11 answers

As a black man living in a predominantly white area of Chicago (Wrigleyville / Lakeview) I have a hard time finding a place to get my hair cut. So I have to make a biweekly commute to the other side of town which is wildly inconvenient. Any suggestions for establishments on the north side? [more inside]
posted by mjbraun on Jan 19, 2007 - 9 answers

Why does my new LCD TV go from color to black and white? [more inside]
posted by torpark on Jan 1, 2007 - 10 answers

Black widow spiders are coming to get me; what do I do? [more inside]
posted by sdis on Nov 14, 2006 - 14 answers

Help me find sexy black boots for a very cold climate. [more inside]
posted by thirteenkiller on Oct 20, 2006 - 13 answers

Why does hot tea have a [much] different flavor than bottled or sweet tea? [more inside]
posted by trinarian on Oct 19, 2006 - 17 answers

ChinaFilter part III - Give me advice for living, teaching, and learning Mandarin in Jiangmen! [more inside]
posted by dihutenosa on Sep 4, 2006 - 6 answers

Would it be bad to wear all black to a job interview? [more inside]
posted by disaster77 on Jul 10, 2006 - 20 answers

Does anyone know the story of the "Black Eskimo" who travelled from Africa to the Arctic to escape a snake cult? [more inside]
posted by lunkfish on Jun 27, 2006 - 4 answers

Help me get a decent picture of my black lab. [more inside]
posted by saucy on Jun 17, 2006 - 13 answers

How do I keep my blacks black? [more inside]
posted by purplefiber on Jun 5, 2006 - 24 answers

I would like to get an educated guess about what this black spot is in some old x-rays. [more inside]
posted by the giant pill on May 15, 2006 - 8 answers