Where is a good place to get breakfast near St. Paul's Cathedral in London? [more inside]
posted by Your Time Machine Sucks on Oct 20, 2009 - 9 answers

This is a stupid question, but can someone please explain to me the difference between an I.S. school and a J.H.S. school in the New York public school system? It seems both schools cater to grades 6, 7 and 8 so I'm curious about the difference in naming and the history of this system of abbreviation. Also, what does I.S. stand for? [more inside]
posted by nonmerci on May 15, 2009 - 8 answers

Mom's acting weird again, currently wrt my independence in various respects. Long story. [more inside]
posted by kldickson on Mar 31, 2009 - 67 answers

My wireless lan connection is enabled, but i cant turn it on! [more inside]
posted by freddymetz on Mar 22, 2009 - 3 answers

[Oldmoviefilter]: What is this movie? [more inside]
posted by whimsicalnymph on Jan 13, 2009 - 8 answers

I'm thinking of buying a camcorder. My requirements are slightly unusual: I would like one that does all the "bells and whistles" stuff (image stabilisation, auto light balance, H.264 compression etc). But I also want to be able to turn off all the clever stuff and access the "raw" video. Any recommendations? Hard disk/SD recording is a must, high definition would be good.
posted by handee on Nov 21, 2008 - 6 answers

Name this children's book and TV series from the 80's...? It's Lord of the Flies meets Follyfoot. Kinda. [more inside]
posted by ticktockdoc on Sep 16, 2008 - 2 answers

What programming language should a neophyte start with to organize his life? Yes, another one of those questions. But I have two specific tasks that I'd like to accomplish and this makes choosing a language really hard for me. Especially since i'm a complete n00bler. [more inside]
posted by monkishies on Aug 11, 2008 - 35 answers

Is there a place on the internets that I can get an idea of what my records are worth. [more inside]
posted by citybuddha on Jun 23, 2008 - 6 answers

GrammarFilter: True/False -- The following sentence can be grammatically correct. There's rockets. [more inside]
posted by Quarter Pincher on Apr 29, 2008 - 53 answers

I need a name for my X-files themed blog. [more inside]
posted by Secretariat on Apr 20, 2008 - 33 answers

Looking after a '96 BMW 318is? [more inside]
posted by gttommy on Feb 12, 2008 - 6 answers

BookFilter: I read an odd science fiction book when I was younger, but then it got lost in a move long ago and ever since I've been wondering what it was. [more inside]
posted by chrominance on Jul 30, 2007 - 12 answers

What is this device? Some sort of sewing gadget? We found it at a dump, and my girlfriend was intrigued, so we bought it (for ten cents), but want to know what it is! It seems to have some sort of fibrous strands on some of the metal loops, but otherwise, we have no idea. Any input would be appreciated!
posted by rawredmeat on Jul 1, 2007 - 8 answers

What is it called when a brand name becomes so ubiquitous that it becomes a descriptor for the action or item itself, e.g. Xerox and Kleenex? [more inside]
posted by lazaruslong on Feb 26, 2007 - 11 answers

I am desperately seeking a copy of the UK sitcom "Is It Legal?" - an insanely hilarious tv show from 1995-98. Does anyone know where I can get a copy of all three seasons? [more inside]
posted by catcatwomanman on Dec 1, 2006 - 2 answers

Should I buy a luxury car or a practical car? Help me make a decision!! [more inside]
posted by mam on Jun 1, 2006 - 65 answers

Is Sicily a good place to go scuba diving? One source says that the Mediterranean "has largely been fished out through over zealous spear fishing." [more inside]
posted by gentle on Aug 12, 2005 - 7 answers