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December 14
When did American Airlines use DC-10's to serve Buffalo, NY??
I would like to know when American Airlines used DC-10 airplanes to serve the Buffalo International Airport in Buffalo, NY. I believe it was in the late 1970's and early 80's but cannot find any source to confirm the time frame.......... can you help me???
Thank you.
--69.105.97.193 00:10, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Acording to our article on American Airlines DC-10's where used between 1972 and 2000, but doesn't specify when they where used to serve Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Maybe you can find someone at Portal:Aviation that is more knowledgable of these things. --Sherool (talk) 19:51, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Didn't AA stop using DC-10's after their little "Oops-I-Crapped-My-Engine" incident in Chicago back in the 70's? Cernen 14:22, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
inslaving native americans
i saw a documentry about slavery this morning and what i want to know is why didn`t the white settlers in slave the native americans instead.
- They did, and Amerindians enslaved each other, too. (Good times all around.) Check out [1] and [2], both of which have a bit to say about it. Your local library will also probably have several books on Amerindian slavery. -- George 00:21, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Most of the enslaving of indians by white settlers happened in South America. White settlers in North America weren't really that into enslaving people. They preferred to buy them, already enslaved, from the real entrepreneurs of African slavery, the Arabs and other Africans, who had developed commercial slavery of Africans centuries before anyone in Europe dreamed of an American colony, and who are continuing to do it across North Africa 150-200 years after the Europeans and North and South Americans decided it wasn't so nice. alteripse 01:48, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- But also in South America blacks were imported for slavery. I vaguely remember somethigna about plantation-owners complaining the indians weren't strong enough. But there may something else to it. They may have not understood the whole concept of plantation work (at least the ones who lived in the jungle) or they may have been too proud - when you take someone to a completely different environment it's easier to break them, so Africans would have been a better choice. Also, there may not have been enough indians to be found - South America was probably very densely populated and the jungle inaccessible. DirkvdM 09:02, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Certainly Africans were imported to South America. My point was that there was a major difference between North and South America in the magnitude of efforts to enslave the Indians by European settlers, which was the point of the question asked. There were a number of large-scale efforts early in the Spanish and Portuguese settlement of South America to enslave Indians for long-term labor, especially in the mines of western SA. I don't think most were economically self-sustaining, but I do not know of any attempts to do so on a comparable scale by the English, French, Dutch, Scandinavians, etc who colonized North America. I suspect population density was one of many factors to which we can attribute this difference. alteripse 12:54, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- But also in South America blacks were imported for slavery. I vaguely remember somethigna about plantation-owners complaining the indians weren't strong enough. But there may something else to it. They may have not understood the whole concept of plantation work (at least the ones who lived in the jungle) or they may have been too proud - when you take someone to a completely different environment it's easier to break them, so Africans would have been a better choice. Also, there may not have been enough indians to be found - South America was probably very densely populated and the jungle inaccessible. DirkvdM 09:02, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- In most cases the native americans who were enslaved used to run away (at least in Haiti & the earliest British American colonies) as they knew the country & all their friends were still hanging around. After a while the colonists got sick of this & started importing africans who weren't as able to escape & live off the land. AllanHainey 14:42, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
Also, the Native Americans were dying out from diseases brought over from Europe, so they brought in African slaves to replace them. The enslavement of Indians mainly occured early on in colonisation history, the Spanish and Portuguese came before the other Europeans, and South America was mainly colonized by them, so that may be why native enslavement was mainly there. Yeltensic42.618 17:12, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Check out the book/TV show 500 Nations. The English were not above enslaving North American Natives, either. It's just that (1) if you enslave someone too close to his home, he'll run away, (2) North American Natives were almost completely unequipped for Eurasian diseases like smallpox, so they often died before they could perform much labor, (3) they got surprisingly good at defending themselves (see Pontiac's Rebellion). --Mareino 23:10, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Pontiac's Rebellion had nothing to do with slavery though. Read Bartolomé de Las Casas for a first hand and negative description of Indian slavery by the early Spaniards. Rmhermen 22:21, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Detail please; a whole book on American Indians is a little vague. Can you give us an example of an attempt by the English to enslave Indians in the North American colonies? Thanks. alteripse 00:12, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Friction Index
Does anybody know what is the minimum required friction index (CRFI/JBI) for a empty B737 (200 series), on a 5000 ft (1524 m) gravel runway that is reported as 100% compact snow and gravel mixed and assuming no wind. If possible the readings for temperatures above -15 ºC (5 ºF) and for temperatures below -15 ºC (5 ºF). Normally I would call the airline dispatch and ask but I think they would give biased information. This is not a homework question. Thanks. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 00:19, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
The Long Winter, by Laura Ingalls Wilder
How can I find out how many words there are in The Long Winter, a book by Laura Ingalls Wilder?
- According to this eBay listing it has 67,928 words. I just did a Google search for "The Long Winter" by "Laura Ingalls Wilder" "word count". Dismas|(talk) 01:40, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Type it up in Microsoft Word and use the Word Count feature. --Optichan 21:05, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Ancient Man
How did ancient man figure out they needed water to survive?
How do you think birds know they need water to survive? Knowing how to drink water came long before "figuring out" anything. alteripse 01:38, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- seeking food and water, mating, raising young and for some species other things like grooming, fighting, or migrating are instinctive. A bird doesn't need to "know" to seek water any more than you need to "know" that you want to get it on with that hottie in your class. Your body tells you. -lethe talk 03:04, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
help with a joke
Okay, I've heard a joke several times that I don't get. The joke goes:
Q: What do you call a man without arms and legs on your doorstep?
A: Fair warning.
So what's the deal?
- Perhaps the idea is "next time it'll be you with no arms and legs"? Doesn't seem like much of a joke to me. -- Finlay McWalter | Talk 13:00, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- I think Finlay is right on both counts, it's to give that idea, and it's not very good at all. The punchline I was actually expecting was "Matt", as in a welcome mat. There are a lot of these "without arms and legs" jokes around. Dismas|(talk) 13:54, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Possibly that's the joke: you expect the punchline to be 'Matt', but you get a more macabre answer instead. After all, jokes are meant to make you nervous. Kid Apathy 14:56, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- I think Finlay is right on both counts, it's to give that idea, and it's not very good at all. The punchline I was actually expecting was "Matt", as in a welcome mat. There are a lot of these "without arms and legs" jokes around. Dismas|(talk) 13:54, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Yes, I think the idea is that this guy has been dismembered as a warning to you, which is why he's on your doorstep. Or it may be an example of Anti-humor. *goes off to make Antihumor redirect* — flamingspinach | (talk)
I think I get it. It means who ever is crazy enough to cut off a persons arms and legs and put them outside as a doormat is some one you should stay away from - hence the fair warning.
Where the fuck has WarioWare: Twisted! gone?
Gotta love gratuitous swearing. Anywho, why hasn't WW:Tw come out in Europe yet? Kid Apathy 14:00, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- I have no idea, but Game Boy systems and games don't have regional lockouts, so I'd recommend buying the American version somewhere online. —Slicing (talk) 21:37, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Yeah. No fucking regional lockouts, no fucking PAL/NTSC to worry about; try to find the North American version. --Optichan 21:01, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Addis Ababa's houses
Years ago I was told Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, has a city address system that's totally different from the rest of the world's (e.g. 123 Whatever Road, Whatever City). I am not sure if that information is correct. Am I wrong? -- Toytoy 14:30, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- A Google search on "addresses in Addis Ababa" turns up this page and this message-board page, both with statements that street addresses simply are not used. If you want to get to a place, you ask for directions in terms of landmarks; mail is sent to post office boxes. However, this page quotes a book called Africa on a Shoestring (1995 edition) as saying that "there's little point giving ... street addresses as the roads have more than one name and people commonly know them by quite another. To add to the problem, the fetish for renaming streets renders all addresses obsolete overnight." Same effect, but not quite the same thing.
- It actually isn't true that addresses everywhere else in the world number buildings along a street. They don't work that way in Tokyo.
- --Anonymous, 02:17 UTC, December 15, 2005
- For different systems, see house numbering. Warofdreams talk 14:24, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
capital of england
London. D'oh! Kid Apathy 14:37, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
This is not a search engine (please read the message at the top). Here is your place to ask questions to be answered by humans. Typing England into the Search box on the left of your screen (as it also says at the top) would have given you the answer in about three seconds. And if you really don't know the capital of England, then you need help. — QuantumEleven | (talk) 14:41, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- He could have meant in the year 974 in which case it was Winchester. Chelmsford has also been the capital but only for a year. There is a case for saying that the capital is really Westminster as that's where all the administrative buildings are. David | Talk 14:57, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Hmmm... "England" is not a jurisdiction with a government, so it can't actually have a capital. The capital of the United Kingdom, of which England is a part, is most assuredly London. Scotland and Wales each have parliaments and governments, and therefore they have capitals. The traditional capital of England would be London, aside from the exceptions noted by David. Ground Zero | t 15:12, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- That's actually wrong. Edinburgh, for example, has been the capital of Scotland for a very long time, whereas it only acquired a parliament in the last ten years. Likewise with Wales. England has had just as much government as Scotland for the last three hundred years, and both have a capital. DJ Clayworth 22:24, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Without a government governing an area, what designates a city to the "capital" of that area? Ground Zero | t 22:57, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- A royal or governmental proclamation can define a capital. Wales had no formal capital declared until 1955, but that was 45 years before the Welsh Assembly was created. -- Arwel (talk) 23:51, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- There has been a major (and ongoing) debate about this very subject on Talk:England. We shouldn't be recreating the wheel here. JackofOz 00:06, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Managed services
Does anyone know if the term 'managed services', which seems to crop up frequently nowadays in business contexts, is just another way of referring to outsourcing? Or is there a distinction between the two terms? There are articles on this site about each of these topics, but the definitions provided do not make it clear (at least to me) whether the two terms are actually distinct or synonymous.
Thanks for any help you can offer.
Marion
- Business practices evolve over time. Offshore Outsourcing in timely services, such as telephone customer service and catalog sales, has been made possible by dramatic strides in Internet communication speeds.
- Have you ever had someone phone you to try to sell something where it sounds like the caller is not conversant with your native language, or able to answer questions about the product, only able to read from a script? This is evidence that the sales person may be from a foreign nation, connected by high speed communication phone lines, which is cheaper than hiring someone in this country to do the work, but in time such individuals may be replaced by more sophisticated computer systems that can also pretend to be real people at end of phone line.
- Have you ever had occasion to call tech support for some product and get someone who sounds like they are very ignorant of the product and how it is used? This can be because some companies have a legal obligation to provide customer support, but no requirement that it be good support, that works satisfactorily for people who have paid for the product or service.
- If the Internet was not so fast and convenient, we would not have nearly as much offshoring of White-collar worker jobs and Pink collar work.
- Another way businesses save costs of doing businesses, thanks to the Internet is the support of Telecommuting, sometimes called E-work or Telework, where people can do their work, without having to be at the offices of their employer.
- Offshore outsourcing of Blue-collar worker jobs started long before that for white collar, because it not matter if commodity products are in the pipeline for weeks or months.
- The blue collar dimension has not received as much public controversy as white collar, because blue collar was hit earlier with automation which is outsourcing work from humans to machines, which white collar workers, whose jobs were not yet threatened, saw it as an improvement to replace unsafe working conditions with machines doing the drudgery work. White collar work has been the backbone of the Middle class whose future existence is now threatened, so that except for a privileged few, most of us are headed towards only being in the Lower class, or Working class, taking whatever jobs left over from what can be off-shored, such as service and construction jobs where some of the work has to be done where the customers are, such as working in a fast food store, or on a road construction gang.
- Another kind of Outsourcing is to use Penal labour. In the USA, inmates can have jobs for companies, that are able to provide them work whose processes do not give them access to materials that could be used as weapons or help them get into mischef. This work costs the companies about 30% less than would have to be paid to people in the free open job market, and much of the money goes not to the inmates but to victim compensation funds. This practice of having work done by inmates has come under some criticism when the inmates are also offshore, and not subject to labor laws like onshore, but even people outside the prisons are similarly abused, such as child labor.
- Rapid growth in what can be done with the Internet has also given rise to ASPs (Application Service Providers) which are conceptually like ISPs (Internet Service Providers), except that they also take care of managing all your computer software and data on their servers, which means if they go out of business, tough luck on you having business continuity access to your data. This is a form of Outsourcing, which can be Offshore or Onshore.
- The terminology used to describe business activities also evolves. Managed services is terminology that existed long before Offshore Outsourcing became controversial.
- Managed services is SERVICES and I think this article on Wiki is a stub, in which it has been defined but needs more work.
- Outsourcing and Offshore Outsourcing is both for PRODUCTS and SERVICES and for a company to set it up so it is working properly, they may need the services of some management consultancy specializing in the topic.
- thus Managed services is a sub-set of the Outsourcing concept.
- I disagree with the Outsourcing article statement that EDS was the first company to do Outsourcing. I think it goes back a lot longer in history before that. Look at how long it has been that companies use outside Auditors for example to check their Accounting records. That practice has got to be centuries old. Some people might call this by other terminology, such as vendor services.
- There is also a Wiki article on Offshoring.
- thus Managed services is a sub-set of the Outsourcing concept.
User:AlMac|(talk) 22:31, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Thanks for all this. Really I was just interested in a point of terminology rather than the political aspect, but very interesting even so. --Maid Marion 10:32, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
Spike Jones Records
Can anyone tell me where I might find the old Spike Jones record about " Grandma's Lye Soap "
Paul Low 4860 Hawkins Rd. Richfield,Ohio 44286
- It appears to be called "It's In The Book (Grandma's Lye Soap)" and the lyrics are here. Check and see if this is the same song you are looking for. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 16:23, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- And then, try eBay or any of a number of online used record retailers. -- Rick Block (talk) 18:13, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
largest thing in the world?
?Maoririder 16:33, 14 December 2005 (UTC) building?
The Earth. Kid Apathy 16:42, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
See largest organism for living things. — Jeandré, 2005-12-14t16:45z
For structures see list of largest suspension bridges and world's largest buildings. — Jeandré, 2005-12-14t16:48z
Also see User talk:Eequor/Reference/Magnitude. ‣ᓛᖁ♀ᑐ 17:00, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- There was an entry on RinkWorks's "Things People Said" where someone went to a geography book store and asked for a life-size map of the world. The salesman told them "We only have one, and it's in use right now". — JIP | Talk 06:35, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
I believe that record is held by John Holmes ;) -- Pakaran 06:02, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Filming without permission in the UK
I know someone who attends dance classes at their UK school, and the teacher was going to film them. They said no, it's illegal to film us without our permission, and the teacher said OK. A few days later, they were in trouble because, apparently, it was not in fact illegal. Who's right? Note that it wasn't a public place, it was a private dance studio.--84.51.149.80 16:57, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Would this help you at all? Also I don't see why anyone would be in trouble for saying that, it was just a misunderstanding. IIRC in most places it is illegal to publish photographs of people without their consent, but to take the photographs is allowed. This is just what I recall, though. — flamingspinach | (talk) 19:55, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- In the common law, there is generally no right to privacy. I can stick a camera over the back fence and film my neighbours all I like. It's only when it becomes a private nuisance does it become tortious. Enochlau 22:52, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- There was a court case on Merseyside in the last month when two council workers were accused of using the council's CCTV system to ogle a woman who was naked in her own house. They were acquitted. -- Arwel (talk) 23:58, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Fear Factor food?? asap.
is it real insects and pig guts and stuff? if it is that stuff is tough? asap.Maoririder 17:36, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Unless there's some sort of enormous coverup, the gross stuff on Fear Factor is indeed real. Whether it's "tough" I can't say, but people eat all kinds of things and I can't imagine bugs are too much worse than some of my least favorite "regular" foods. Snurks T C 19:49, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Don't forget there's several cultures where snacking on insects is quite normal. It just happens to be on Fear Factor because it seems to call out an aversion in a lot of people in the Western world. - Mgm|(talk) 20:53, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
That is true. In Malaysia we have durian as "The King of Fruits" because of it's delicious taste and our country is well-known for it, but in Fear Factor they treated it like just another bowl of pig's intestines. I've heard that foreigners can't stand durian and it seemed that Fear Factor contenders can't stand it either. They were just taken by the bad press the durian recieves in other countries. It's just one of those things that are misunderstood by outsiders, like muslim prayers. Whatever it is, when durian season comes around, you can bet that the durian will be the highest on most Malaysians' shopping list.
- Well, it smells bloody awful. You have to get over that before you can eat it, which is when you learn that something that smells so bad can actually taste really good. The comparison to pig's intestines is certainly apt in smell, if not in taste. The fact that 'foreigners' don't immediately like it is far more likely to do with the fact that it stinks than any sort of misunderstanding. Natgoo 00:12, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
i have a spider question..
http://members.gaponline.de/pedxing/images/old/spider_01.jpg what kind is this? old spider??Maoririder 19:35, 14 December 2005 (UTC) asap free guess.
Could be a brown recluse. My answer: Ugly. Cernen 14:32, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
What can you tell me?? http://theimaginaryworld.com/baggies03.jpg
http://theimaginaryworld.com/baggies03.jpg banquet was old food.
- This web page [3] which links to the picture says that it is the front of a Banquet TV dinner box from the 1960s. --George 20:53, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
what is this blurry thing?? http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v405/cannon_will502/079_79.jpg free guess.. thanks Maoririder 19:54, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
places??
http://www.angelfire.com/blog/sonikalchemy/dogcookie1.jpg cookie store in belgium?? free guess..Maoririder Where is this need to pinpoint [[ ]]
Maoririder 19:59, 14 December 2005 (UTC)http://www.linaracing.com/pics/1999-maine-forest-unknown-offcourse2.jpg
thanks
What is this a scene of? ASAP please..
http://www.silentera.com/info/img/UnknownFilm1.jpg i got more.. where is this?? http://mywebpages.comcast.net/scaevolatn/images/unkcity.jpg
Maoririder 20:04, 14 December 2005 (UTC) thanks.. i need [[ ]]
Why are they grining???
http://memory.loc.gov/learn/features/inaug/images/swornin.jpg NOOO!! what is your thoughts on the image of gwb and group grining because they know they have us...
- If I had to make a guess, I'd say the people in the image are grinning because they are either being sworn in as President of the United States (in one case) or family and friends of a person who is (in the other cases). --George 20:50, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- I'd be more shocked if he was crying during his inauguration than smiling. smurrayinchester(User), (Ho Ho Ho!) 21:00, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
Google Maps
Why does Google Maps/Earth display some places such as Indiana [4] in grey? It seems odd that the greyness stops at the state border but I can't find any mention in the FAQs. smurrayinchester(User), (Ho Ho Ho!) 20:59, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- I suspect that the data Google Maps has from satellites that have mapped Indiana simply looks that color. If you zoom in more you'll see that there is much greater detail and color variety, but that all the colors have something of a gray-ish hue. Bad luck, in other words. --George 21:05, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Indiana looks 'grey' on Google Maps because it's mapped entirely in hi-res, as opposed to the greenish color that you get using low-res photography on farmland. As for why Indiana gets the honor of high-res photography (I believe Massachusetts is too), I'm not sure. Snurks T C 21:06, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Google Earth/maps's imagery for Indianapolis and the surrounding metropolis is USGS urban-area orthographic aerial photography (as opposed to the mad leprechaun-green Landsat-7 satellite imagery that's used for the surrounding area). The USGS is overflying the 133 largest cities in the US, taking 30cm resolution images in strips around 2/3 of a mile wide. The areas they've done include the SFBay area, Providence RO, Springfield MA, but I can't find anything else in NY or MA. For other metropolises Google Earth/Maps uses a variety of commercial imagery sources. You can browse the USGS imagery (in a slightly raw-er format) using NASA World Wind. -- Finlay McWalter | Talk 01:37, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- I should mention that Google maps use a lot of different sources, including the ones mentioned above. This is one reason why it is virtually impossible to allow the use of GoogleMaps images on Wikipedia, as only Google knows who the copyright owner is and they don't always say! Physchim62 (talk) 17:44, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
crouching tiger,hidden dragon [a true story]
is the movie crouching tiger,hidden dragon a true story.
- No. Certainly not. Coughing Tiger, Hiccup Dragon was "based on the fourth novel in a pentalogy, known in China as the Crane/Iron Pentalogy by Wang Dulu (王度盧; pinyin: Wáng Dùlú)." -- Toytoy 22:13, 14 December 2005 (UTC)
- Do you mean that Chinese people didn't used to be able to fly through the air like that? Zoe (216.234.130.130 23:08, 14 December 2005 (UTC))
- Western critics would say no, but I would maintain they would. Old pugilistic books often tell of special techniques that require lots of training to channel energy into elevating oneself. But I can only tell you that after watching lots of dramas. But it seems to be quite a recurrent theme, so I think it has some basis in fact. -- Natalinasmpf 01:03, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- With all possible respect, being a recurring theme in drama doesn't make something true. DJ Clayworth 16:32, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
But just because we don't have anything written down on paper doesn't mean that it isn't true. China's history is long and uncharted.
- sure, but still it is very doubtful people could fly and fight like that. Boneyard 11:29, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
What's a comfort rise?
What is a comfort rise? It's apparently found on performance clothing for women (Hind compression shorts, for example) as well as some jeans in conjuction with gussets (which definitions and descriptions can be found). A telephone representative at the company said it feels better on the hips, but what is it really?
- The "rise" is the cut in the crotch. A "comfort rise" would be clothing cut looser in the crotch so as not to impinge on the anatomy too tightly. Zoe (216.234.130.130 23:09, 14 December 2005 (UTC))
Puns
Why are we supposed to groan when we hear a pun? It is said that the better a pun is the louder the groan.
- It's akin to a groan of pain because your sense of language is offended and even hurt by the abuse of words. I would say the worse a pun is the louder the groan. —Keenan Pepper 06:10, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- I read a science fiction short story once which contended that all real jokes were created by aliens, and the only jokes created by humans were puns, and therefore the aliens had purposely bred humans to consider puns bad humor, so that they groan when they hear them. Can't remember the name of the story or of the author. Zoe (216.234.130.130 16:27, 15 December 2005 (UTC))
- Was that by Isaac Asimov? —Keenan Pepper 16:31, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- I read a science fiction short story once which contended that all real jokes were created by aliens, and the only jokes created by humans were puns, and therefore the aliens had purposely bred humans to consider puns bad humor, so that they groan when they hear them. Can't remember the name of the story or of the author. Zoe (216.234.130.130 16:27, 15 December 2005 (UTC))
- In terms of pun quality, I'd say that "better" and "worse" are much the same. I'd suggest a scale which goes something like: Bad -> Worse -> Apaling -> Painful -> Excrutiating -> "Oh my god, I must now kill you". Whether causing murderous rampages is a sign of high quality in a pun or not depends on your POV. Although it might be disapunting to have one of your own puns blamed for someone's death. -- AJR | Talk 01:32, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
the story you mentioned was by Isaac Asimov, it is called Jokester
- Thanks! I've been wracking my brain. User:Zoe|(talk) 03:33, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
You groan so people know you got the pun. (It isn't required but then neither is laughing at a joke; but like not wanting people to think you didn't get the joke you problably don't want people to think you didn't understand the pun.)RJFJR 16:16, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
December 15
Fish of the great lakes
What are the breeds of fish that can be found in the Great Lakes?
- Here is a nice website sponsored by the University of Wisconsin Sea Grant Institute listing many (but not all) species of fish found in the Great Lakes. Crypticfirefly 05:52, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- That link shows all the major species which are commercially or recreationally fished as well as 4 major "harmful" invasive species. Most of the small fishes are missing from the list. Rmhermen 17:27, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Alernatively, if you are referring to any Great Lakes outside the US, specifying a country would help in getting the answer you want. - Mgm|(talk) 11:16, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- There are bodies of water referred to as the Great Lakes outside Canada and the US? While there are other large lakes in the world, I believe that the specific group of lakes that form "the Great Lakes" are uniquely identified by the term.
- See Great Lakes (disambiguation). I'd never heard of any of the others, but then I live in North America. --Anonymous, 09:07 UTC, December 16, 2005
- There are bodies of water referred to as the Great Lakes outside Canada and the US? While there are other large lakes in the world, I believe that the specific group of lakes that form "the Great Lakes" are uniquely identified by the term.
Mexican song lyrics
Reader Sylvia contacted the Wikimedia Help Desk with the following question.
"Hi, I am looking for the lyrics for Tierra de Mis Amores, song from Guanajuato Jalisco Mexico. Please let me know if you can help me. It starts with the words Entre Sierras y montanas y bajo un cielo azul."
A quick Google by myself failed to find anything. If you could help her, it would be greatly appreciated.
Capitalistroadster 02:49, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Is this it?
Entre sierras y montañas y bajo un cielo azul, como en una inmensa hamaca bañada por el sol. Está mi tierra, tierra de mis amores, tierra bendita, tierra que me vio nacer.
Allí donde yo amé con febril locura, allí donde me amaron por vez primera, donde tuvo su cuna un idilio breve, bajo el mágico soplo de la primavera.
Tierra de mis amores y mis quereres, donde viví feliz mi juventud, siempre te guardaré en mi pensamiento, un recuerdo de amor y gratitud.
Más al paso de los años todo aquello ya borró y mi tierra, en su seno, a mi amor cobijó, mi Guanajuato, yo solamente quiero un rinconcito para descansar en él.
Allí donde yo amé con febril locura, allí donde me amaron por vez primera, donde tuvo su cuna un idilio breve, bajo el mágico soplo de la primavera.
Tierra de mis amores y mis quereres, donde viví feliz mi juventud, siempre te guardaré en mi pensamiento, un recuerdo de amor y gratitud.
--Elliskev 15:29, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Spotted ringtail . . . thing?
So, I came across a photo of an animal that looks very strange and very pretty. The problem is, I have no idea what it's called. I tried browsing for the same scientific classification ringtails fall under with no luck. Does anyone know what this is? Is it even real?
- Seems to be a spotted genet (for which there isn't yet a wikipedia article, but if you wait a few minutes I bet someone will create one). -- Rick Block (talk) 05:16, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Furthermore, there are Small-spotted genets (Genetta genetta) and Large-spotted genets (Genetta tigrina). They belong in the family Viverridae. –Mysid 07:34, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Thank you very much! =^^=
- Furthermore, there are Small-spotted genets (Genetta genetta) and Large-spotted genets (Genetta tigrina). They belong in the family Viverridae. –Mysid 07:34, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Aye, it -is- very pretty and very strange. But the lines are much too soft and the background nowhere near plausible enough to be a photograph...looks like CG to me. Cernen 14:39, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Christmas Greetings
Around this time of year, people, particularly men, are often heard to say things to others like "All the best for Christmas if I don't see you in the meantime". This seems to suggest that they think wishing someone well for Christmas is something that should be done no more than once. Why would they think that? What would be wrong with wishing the person well today, and if they happened to meet again before Christmas, wishing them well on that occasion as well? Would this imply some undesirable or inappropriate level of male-to-male familiarity? Or is there some other explanation? JackofOz 05:11, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- I always thought the idea was "just in case I don't see you in the meantime", i.e. it's probably superfluous but it couldn't hurt anyway. —Keenan Pepper 06:04, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Yes, there are various forms. But why superfluous? These days, the Christmas season seems to last for about 3 months, starting in October. You know what I'm talking about - shop decorations, office parties, the whole commercial/corporate thing. So why, during that whole period, it would be inappropriate to wish a particular person "Merry Christmas" more than once, completely eludes me. Is telling your partner you love them more than once during the entire course of your relationship considered superfluous? If you wish somebody well, you would wish it today, tomorrow and forever, not just on one day of the year and only say it because of some perceived social obligation. Or am I being naive? Is the so-called "Christmas spirit" really just some chimera that we all pay lip service to but do not believe for one second in our heart? I suppose for a lot of individuals that is sadly true, but I have a greater faith in humanity than that. JackofOz 22:02, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
XML
I want to know how does XML work and what are its applications.
sayantan ghosh
--06:25, 15 December 2005 (UTC)06:25, 15 December 2005 (UTC)~
- As Enoch says, that's a good source. I can also recommend "How to use XML" by J.Shelley, published by Babani, ISBN 0-85934-532-7 as a good primer, taking you from "What's XML?" through XML schema design. As for its applications, they are many and various. Tonywalton
| Talk 12:44, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
HookWorm
Mischa Barton
hey I heard Mischa Barton was dating a Cisco Adler, but apparently she's also dating James Hunter, who is she really going out with?
- Mischa's official site reported yesterday (December 14) that she and Adler laughed off rumours about an engagement, while officially confirming they're together. They list their source as Female First. - Mgm|(talk) 11:21, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Shareware motorbike game.
I'm trying to track down the title of a game I used to play, I'd appreciate any help. Here's what I can remember about it:
- It was a 2D motorbike game.
- It had platforms hovering in the air.
- It involved collecting all the apples in a level, then getting to the end.
- It was shareware.
- It included a level editor.
- It existed in 2003.
Never mind - it was "Elasto-mania". ----Wander Panic!!
- Unless you had answered the question yourself I would have said you meant Action Super Cross... TERdON 00:52, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Harvest Moon
- Which "Harvest Moon" titles have pigs?
- Are there any HM games that go forever? (In the first one, your Dad would come home, etc)
- Which HM title is the best, in your opinion, and why?
- What is the difference between Friends of MT and More Friends of MT?
- 1:I don't think any Harvest Moon series game features pigs yet, but Harvest Moon: Magical Melody features a pig on the front cover, so that one probably will.
- 2:Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town lets you play forever.
- 3:I've only played Wonderful Life so I can't say.
- 4: More Friends is exactly the same as Friends but you play as a girl instead. (I don't see why they don't just release 1 version and you select the gender) like some versions of HM.
smurrayinchester(User), (Ho Ho Ho!) 18:11, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
swinging arms....
Why do most people swing their arms while walking? I mean i've tried to walk without swinging my arms and i've found that you could get used to walking without swinging your arms. Can you tell me why people swing their arms even while running??
Jayant, 17 years,India
- Because of momentum. Walking and running while swinging your arms to and fro allows better distribution of your weight, resulting in a more efficient motion. It's an interesting question that should really have someone knowledgable in kinesthetics answer it. Incidentally, kinesthetics should really have its own article, and not forward to proprioception. Proto t c 16:48, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- There was an episode of Seinfeld about this. One of Elaine's coworkers never swung her arms and it really bothered Elaine. (In case you're not familiar with Seinfeld it's mostly about them exaggerating tiny flaws of other people.) Elaine said it was "like she's carrying invisible suitcases". —Keenan Pepper 16:51, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Allright....Thanks a lot...
- Try wearing a Neru Jacket, and join your hands behind your back.
- You actually swing your arms out, to counter act swinging your other leg out. Swing out right arm, and swing out left leg. Now, try swinging out your right arm and your right leg? Feel the diffrence? Artoftransformation 03:30, 17 December 2005 (UTC)----
Pillow under the head???
Why do most people keep a pillow under their head when they sleep?? I've never kept a pillow under my head ever since i remember. i mean..is something wrong with me?? Or is it perfectly fine to not to keep a pillow while you sleep??
Jayant, 17 years,India
- A pillow provides extra support for the head, which many find comfortable. Let's see... yup, this is even mentioned in our articles on beds and pillows. --David Iberri (talk) 16:53, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Then is my case of not keeping a pillow Perfectly allright??
- It's probably fine as long as your spine isn't in an awkward position. Do you often wake up with a sore neck or back? —Keenan Pepper 17:03, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
No,i feel fine after i wake up. Actually i tried to sleep with a pillow once and woke up with a sore neck. i usually sleep flat on my back or sometimes on my right side. Can you try it out and tell me if its allright to sleep without a pillow?
- It's just fine to do that. It's a comfort thing. (I always end up shoving my pillow onto the floor.) MorganLeFay 18:00, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- A physiotherapist, whom I was seeing about rsi told me that I should try sleeping without a pillow (which would facilitate sleeping on the belly) but it gave me a cramped neck. I suppose it's largely a question of what you're used to, like squatting in stead of sitting cross-legged. I did master that, though, being forced by the toilets I encountered on my travels. DirkvdM 07:25, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
K..thanks a lot..By the way..which RSI are you talking about. I clicked on the link and a whole list of stuff came up. Its not important anyways. I was just wondering. And also which places have you travelled?
- I've had pains all over my arms, but now it's only my shoulders (with a constant dull and occasional sharp pain), which is why sleeping without a pillow might have helped. But ultimately the best remedy turned out to be taking a daily half hour walks, while letting my arms swing freely. Some people have commented on how funny I walk, but the pain is gone permanently, as long as I keep that routine up, so I don't care what people think (as usual :) ). I've travelled mainly to Africa, Sout East Asia and Central and North America. But this is a reference desk, not a chat forum, so let's leave it at that. DirkvdM 08:50, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Well, I think we sleep with the pillow under our head because it is comfy that way, yes, ever so good
Which Language to think??
In which language do babies think? I mean when we think our thoughts come out as words in english or whatever language we are used to right?? Then how do babies (and for that matter ancient men like neandrethal man, who had no language) think??
Jayant, 17 years,India.
- Perhaps in mentalese. David Sneek 17:07, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Ha ha...I know the question's a bit stupid.but its been really bugging me. Sorry if i wasted your time.
- It's a very interesting question. I bet Noam Chomsky would have something to say about this. —Keenan Pepper 17:14, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Cool link!!! Thanks a lot.
- A neat experiment is to try to think without using words for as long as possible. The more complex stuff you think about, the harder it is, but it's possible, especially with spatial reasoning. You can find your way through a maze without using words at all. —Keenan Pepper 17:21, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Wow!!! Did you try to do it? I tried it just now and i got a head ache. Can you give me some tips to think that way?
- Babies don't think in any language. They think in pictures and symbols. And so do adults. Language is a construct that overlays symbolic representations from the subconscious. We've been tricked into believing we think in some language or other, but we don't. JackofOz 00:49, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- ...I don't know about you, but I definitely think in English most of the time. —Keenan Pepper 02:20, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- William S. Burroughs wrote that language is a virus from outer space. Sort of relevant, I guess. Crypticfirefly 05:09, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- I have often come across the assumption that language is required for thinking, but I've always thought that very strange. I suppose that when thoughts become conscious they cristalise in the form of words. But conscious thought is just the tip of the iceberg. Below that there's a whole bunch of connections being made, of which only the ones that are consistent with each other become conscious. At least, that's my little theory. Maybe babies start talking when their thoughts start to become conscious. DirkvdM 07:35, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- People think in different ways. Richard Feynman once conducted a rudimentary experiment on this, he found that he couldn't speak or write when counting in his head (& still keep a consistent & regular count), he asked a bunch of other people to try this & found that some could. When asked they described their mental process of counting as picturing the numbers coming along regularly after each other, rather than mentally counting out in words the numbers as Feynman had been doing. This is a bit anecdotal (indeed it was in one of his books of anecdotes) but seems to indicate that different people think in different ways. AllanHainey 08:47, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
So..what it means is that our thought are really pictures or something else in our sub-consicious but when they come out we imagine them as words. But then how can we think words such as "of" , "or","is" and lots of others which cannot be pictured?
There was a theory (not widely-subscribed, I don't believe) about 200 years ago that all babies think in Latin, and if raised in a sterile environment would grow up to speak perfect Latin. Remember studying the experiments in high school...very weird Sherurcij (talk) (bounties) 11:17, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- There have been several experiments to discover a supposed original language. The evidence seems to suggest language ability only arises from exposure to language (see Language acquisition and Feral children), although Nicaraguan Sign Language is extremely interesting. ‣ᓛᖁ♀ᑐ 14:55, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Perhaps the most appalling experiment to discover an original language was carried out by the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick in the 13th century. He ordered that a group of orphans in a foundling hospital not be spoken to by the women caring for them, to see what language they would spontaneously speak (Hebrew or Greek were leading contenders). Not surprisingly, they spoke nothing recognizable. I tried to find an authoritative source for this story as it probably belongs in our article, but all I found were two allusions to the same story with no source detail-- at least I wasn't imagining having heard it once. alteripse 00:25, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Thanks a lot..
Too many questions...
Is there any limit on wikipedia to the number of questions one can post??
Jayant, 17 years,India.
- No, but there is a limit on the number of question marks, which you are rapidly approaching. =P —Keenan Pepper 17:05, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Oh..Sorry bout that..Lol..thanks anyways...
death to smoochy?? asap if you can.
what was the costume robin williams was wearing it looking like a dinosaur or a dragon costume. asap. Maoririder 18:24, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- In Death to Smoochy, Robin Williams played the character of Rainbow Randolph, who wore a white suit and rainbows. Edward Norton (as Smoochy) and Michael Rispoli (as Spinner/Moochy) both wear rhinocerous costumes in slightly different shades of purple. (ESkog)(Talk) 22:25, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
Beetle Unknown??
http://members.mrtc.com/anvk/bugs/020619-031s.jpg help me out please.. Maoririder 18:23, 15 December 2005 (UTC) nice picture unknown orange beetle?? http://www.biggamephotography.com/naturephotography/GB%20Collection/orange%20beetle.jpg
thanks Maoririder 18:25, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
That is a weird beetle, what the hell is it?
therft charges
I am just wondering if anyone knows how long my theft charge is going to be on my records and what I can do about it affecting my chance to get a good job.I am only a misomedos.
- Without knowing things like what country you are in, and what exactly you were convicted of, it's impossible to answer this. As for your emplyment chances, maybe it would be better to talk to someone at a careers advisory centre, or whatever your local equivalent of the job exchange is. DJ Clayworth 19:55, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Could be in perpetuity, forever, so you want to be careful it stays only one charge, and not multiply. User:AlMac|(talk) 01:59, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Usually after 3-10 years you can apply for a Pardon from your federal government - I'm taking a random stab in the dark that you're young, so that likely seems forever...but taking it from a guy who was arrested four years ago, it passes a lot sooner than you'd think :) Sherurcij (talk) (bounties) 11:14, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Yes, if you are a minor, then when you reach adulthood, your record as a minor is often sealed, but like in the TV shows, you get into trouble again, and perhaps the seal can be breached. The key is that some places in USA, the third offense can send you to jail for life. In some states there are people with life sentences for minor stuff like shop lifting, because it was their third offense ... they are considered to be professional criminals, that are no longer desired to be part of law abiding society. User:AlMac|(talk) 18:18, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Most of the time, in the US, they'll ask on job applications (varies from state to state): "Have you been convicted of a crime in the past x years?" While the criminal charge might stay on your record forever, you can answer no to this question if x < the time since your conviction. (Of course, if you were only CHARGED and not CONVICTED, there's a difference there, too.) And, if you go to apply at a small business, they generally don't do criminal background checks, soo...if you're that worried, only apply at places that probably have only one ___location in the civilized world. Cernen 14:48, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Looking for the names of 2 "Italian" actors
HI folks, I'm looking for the names of 2 actors. I remember seeing them in a couple of "b" movies in the early eighties. I think they are Italian One of them is of heavy build over weight even, and had a beard. Very similar to Brian Blessed (British actor), this guy never spoke much. The other guy ws his stooge he is slim, blue eyed and blonde haired. They never spoke english but I remember them in some cowboy film can't remember it's name either ( old age on my part). I really would like to know what they are up too now. Just curious. Human nature I suppose?
The Corporate Environment
HI,
I am experiencing my first "REEL" corporate job experience. Upon being hired I became so busy with having to learn my trade that I never "REELLY" socialize with anyone. By the time I realized the social factor, Now I've started to see that I am being overlooked when it comes to "Good Mornings", "byes", and/or 'Lunch", is it too late for me? Am I already labelled?, Should I start looking for another job?, I am so unhappy now, I find it hard to get up in the morning, Just a feeling of dread that I can't just shake off, I hate having to deal with this on a daily basis, No one ever told me that it would be this hard, I wish college had prepared me for this, any suggestions will be appreciated. Thank You.
- If you like the job then I would suggest that you make the effort to be social. You could perhaps start with a general "good morning" etc to everyone even if at first they don't reply. Also try and start up a conversation with the person that works closest to you or that you have to talk to most often. Ask them for help in meeting others in your work place. Suggest that you are shy about meeting people and could use some help with introductions. You could explain that you were so busy trying to learn the job that you feel bad about not getting to know people sooner. If you have a lunch room/coffee room then you could always make cookies and leave them with a note telling people to help themselves. Leave out stuff that people might be allergic to like peanuts, etc. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 01:03, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
Karolina
I know Karolina is used in Russian, Polish, Czech and Scandinavian countries, but I'm wondering if it's commonly used in The Netherlands. Thanks.
Why is it so FREAKING cold?
I'm freezing!!!!
[To not make this look like vandalism:] Is there a reason for the recent cold streak in the midwest region of the US (and why it happened so swiftly)? — Ilγαηερ (Tαlκ) 23:16, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- I assumed that it's just been a mild Nor'easter. I recommend bundling up, running to the library, and checking out the Farmer's Almanac to see if they cover the meteorology behind why some winters begin colder than others. --Mareino 23:22, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Where in the midwest because it looks pretty mild to me. It's -34 °C (-29 °F) here and dosen't feel too bad. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 23:40, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Err, it ain't cold in the Midwest. At least not cold for the middle of December. It's actually quite balmy. android79 23:47, 15 December 2005 (UTC)
- Because you're not in Darwin, Northern Territory. this is the forecast. It's basically exactly the same for the next few months. Then they have the "dry" season, where it's hot and dry every single day for months... --Robert Merkel who is also freezing in Melbourne where it's a miserable 19 Celsius (66 Farenheit) ;)
- Pretty warm here, too, and I am from the Northern Hemispere (Amsterdam) :) . Actually, up to now, worldwide, 2005 as a whole is the second warmest year ever (with 0,48 C over the 1961-1990 average), after 1998. Furthermore, the 10 hottest years since 1901 are all after 1988 (that's 10 out of 17 years!). Seems like global warming is setting in even faster than was predicted. But part of the expected climate change is less predictable weather with wild local variations, so if you are in cold local spot that isn't surprising. DirkvdM 07:49, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- I must agree with DirkvdM. Although many places are getting hotter than normal weather we are on our third year of below normal temperatures. In fact I don't think we even got up to 20 °C this summer. What we have seen in January/February is instead of a few days of -40 °C and colder is a week or more of it at a time. However, a few years ago we were setting record highs several times a year. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 08:49, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
I hereby jackassedly refer you to the weather in London. Cernen 21:21, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- The Midwest US is experiencing a several weeks-long cold snap. Here in Detroit each day in December has averaged 5 to 20 degrees F below average and snowfall this season is running at 3 times average. But we need to recognize that the average is made of days above average and days below average. The average is by no means a normal or expected temperature. Of course a 300% value is really starting to push the thin edge of the distribution. Rmhermen 21:40, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
December 16
Correct form of US Military address and others
Hi :)
I have a few questions. Hope someone/anyone can help.
Consider the following scenario: There are 5 men in a room. They are interrogating a civilian. They are: 1. Lieutenant General George McIntyre 2. Major General William Schumann 3. Major General David Henderson 4. Rear Admiral Kirk Armstrong 5. Captain James Lindsay
Question 1 In the course of your conversation (not formal introduction) would you address numbers 1, 2, 3 as simply General McIntyre, General Schumann, General Henderson? Or would you have to differentiate (especially between 1 and 2) and address them fully as Lieutenant General McIntyre and Major General Schumann?
Question 2 In the same scenario as above, Lieutenant General McIntyre is talking about 2 men: Lieutenant McKenzie & Lieutenant-Commander Sutherland. Both are in the Navy. In the course of the conversation could you simply call them both Lieutenant McKenzie & Lieutenant Sutherland or again must you distinguish and use their full ranks when talking about them?
UNRELATED TO THE ABOVE SCENARIO
Question 3
Would the Navy allow a Commander to physically lead a mission (i.e. get down and dirty on the 'battlefield')? I was under the impression that high-ranking officers are not generally 'allowed' to go on missions.
Question 4 a. What is the possible youngest age for a person to be a Commander in the Navy? b. Same question but this time to be a Lieutenant-Commander in the Navy?
Hope someone can help me out. Thanks
Sam.
- Sounds like you're writing a book, story, or script? My knowledge of this is from TV (JAG), movies (A Few Good Men) and the Internet, so hopefully someone who really knows about the US Navy will correct me if I'm wrong.
- According to the article General, Major and Lieutenant Generals would indeed be addressed in informal conversation as "General ...".
- No. McKenzie would be called "Lieutenant McKenzie" but Sutherland would be "Commander Sutherland".
- Depends on what you mean by "mission". This being the Navy, it certainly would not be unheard of for a Commander to be in command of a ship/sub/flight squadron which goes into battle.
- One of the US Navy's youngest ever Commanders was Cmdr Harley Hall of the Blue Angels. He was a Commander at 32 I believe, may have been promoted even earlier. I have read something about a 23-year-old Lieutenant-Commander, but that may have been fictional.
--Canley 03:02, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
states
how many states are there in the Unites States of America?
- How many Senators are there? Artoftransformation 03:25, 17 December 2005 (UTC)--
- How many stars on the Flag? Artoftransformation 03:25, 17 December 2005 (UTC)--
logo types
HELLO I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW THE 5 LOGOS USED IN GRAPHIC DESIGN, I KNOW ITS TRADMARKS, COMBINATION MARKS, LOGOS, AND PICTIGRAPHS I JUST NEED ONE MORE.
- The article Logo says there are three main types: Combination (icon plus text), Logotype/Wordmark/Lettermark (text or abbreviated text), and Icon (symbol/brandmark). A logo can be a trademark, but not all trademarks are logos so I wouldn't call that a "type" of logo. A monogram is a type of logo, but strictly speaking it's a kind of logotype. A slogan can be used as part of a logo or branding, but that's also a kind of logotype or combination. --Canley 02:13, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
reconstruction and the war in iraq
what are some of the things that post civil war reconstruction and post saddam iraq have in common. explain in the simplist way possible. iam not doing my homework.
- Which civil war are you talking about? One could presume you are talking about the Iraqi civil war, but you could just as easily mean the American Civil War. --Canley 02:42, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well, America has had its fair share of civil wars, but he probably means the one in the US because the period known as reconstruction is about that. All very confusing, also that a general term like 'reconstruction' is used for the article on one specific meaning. But if there are no other meanings to dismabiguate to, I supose that will do for now. Which doesn't answer the question, though, sorry (that will teach you to be specific :) ). DirkvdM 07:55, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- If we're talking Iraq 2003-present and Dixie 1865-1880, then the obvious comparison is that both were under USA military occupation, and the military was propping up the civilian government. In both cases, the regions saw the worst terrorist movements in their entire history, with the most famous group in Dixie being the KKK. In both cases, it's hard to tell whether the majority supported the occupation, but in general the more powerful someone was before the occupation, the more they resented it (no surprise there), but because the USA did so little to remove the powerful class, these resisters tended to be very influential members of the community. In the South, for example, virtually all the freedmen loved the new government, but since many of the former slave-holders were still quite wealthy, they could make their voices of dissent heard much easier. --Mareino 14:48, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Me granddad says to watch Lawrence of Arabia, but he says that about EVERYTHING when it comes to the middle east. It might be helpful? Cernen 14:52, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
a personal question
which, according to u, is best, LOVE OR ARRANGED MARRIAGE? i have read that love marriages ends up at divorce and arranged marriages are mostly made up of compromises! so which one is the best in ur opinion? kindly explain
- This Reference Desk is for people to seek information and facts, not personal opinions. However, you can read the "Proponent's view" section in the Arranged marriage article if you want. --Canley 02:35, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- this chapter overview from a psychology textbook briefly hints at what the psychologists have to say on this topic - that at least some studies suggest that arranged marriages work at least as well as love marriages. That said, to make a marriage work in any culture requires compromise; people who remain successfully married in my own culture, where all marriages are "love marriages", generally work hard at maintaining their relationships. For what it's worth, however, I'm certainly not volunteering for my parents to pick my life partner...--Robert Merkel 06:05, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- How about staying single? It's the only way to guarantee you won't get divorced. --Nelson Ricardo 18:37, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Please ask U. Artoftransformation 03:24, 17 December 2005 (UTC)--
Need a musician with a good ear Volume three
Alright, wikipedians, this is 67.160.39.151 again with another request~!
You probably don't remember me, but good God do I remember you.
Long story short, I need a tab to the TMBG song "Boat of Car"
I need a tablature of the horn section, I don't care the format, sheet music is fine, guitar tab is also acceptable, but I can't play guitar, so I would have to work it out note by note. also, a straight textual representation of the note names would suffice. I just want to know how to play the riffs, etc...
^ A link.
Thanks, GO NOW.
67.160.39.151 03:14, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
Merry Christmas~!
- You might get better results placing your request on the TMBG wiki. TheMadBaron 04:48, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
alright, but still, it would be great if someone from wikipedia could help me out 67.160.39.151 18:45, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
Upmarket national real estate site for the United States
Can anyone recommend a real estate site where one can look at pictures of expensive houses for sale all over the United States? Preferably one where there are plans of most of the houses. This is purely for personal curiousity. In the UK there is a site called primelocation.com which features ads from most of the upmarket agents throughout the country, but I'm having difficulty finding U.S. sites which feature a large range of premium houses. In the absence of a national site, what about ones that cover California or Texas? CalJW 06:41, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- For obvious reasons, owners of expensive houses are reluctant to publish detailed plans of their property on the web. And in real estate, competition is fierce, so I doubt whether there is a site that collates information from the huge number of real estate dealers. --Shantavira 14:05, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- A lot of them aren't. I've seen complete plans for a house in Holland Park, London that's currently on the market for £25 million. There are also plans on many of the listings on the New York Times property section, but that is mainly focused on New York. CalJW 19:51, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Maybe I'm not wealthy enough, but I don't think that there any upmarket-only real estate brokers that operate on a geographic area any larger than one or two cities. The mass-market leaders are quite happy to position themselves as capable of selling expensive homes, though. Most of them are members of the trade association Realtor[5]. --Mareino 14:53, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Actually www.mls.com gives a huge number of properties for sale in the US. It's not restricted to 'upmarket' but you can search by price as well as ___location. I expect that some really prestigious properties are not listed there, but you should get something. DJ Clayworth 18:25, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Thanks, I'll try it out. CalJW 19:51, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
Sysop in wikipedia..
How can i become a sysop on wikipedia? Or anyone who can control atleast some of the stuff on wikipedia..
Jayant, 17 Years,India
- You already control some things: the text in the pages of the article. Sysops, or administrators, have no more authority than you, but do have a few tools that let them do things you can't so far. After you make 1000 or so good edits to the articles, people will begin to consider that you should become an administrator, and you'll be nominated and approved (unless you've ticked a lot of people off or been really nasty!) And that's it. Done't think about it now, do 1000 or 2000 edits, and think about it then. -Nunh-huh 10:06, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
1000 or 2000 edits? Cool.. I am gonna start now. but will the people know that its me whos doing the edits?
- They will if you create an account first. David Sneek 10:29, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- I've now done over 3000 article-edits and no-one has nominated me yet :( . I don't think I've ticked off too many people :) . But there's probably another reason. My edits are spread over almost 1000 pages (you can check all this here). And the subjects vary wildly. I don't spend enough time in one spot for the 'locals' (those who stick to a small set of related articles) to notice me. Of course, one can ask to become an admin, and I wuld probably get it. But I don't see how that would help me much in my work (all the important editing is still possible without this status), and I'm trying to get my life back anyway (I've done all this in less than a year, so that's about 15 edits per day - and mine are usually 'big' edits), so I won't be applying. In short, what I'm saying is what Nunh-huh said. It's not such a big deal. Don't worry about it. But most of all, don't edit for the sake of editing. Just start reading in Wikipedia and you'll automaticallycome across things you can help out with. So learn and teach, depending on which fits you most. DirkvdM 09:26, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Supplementary question: How do I count my edits? --Shantavira 11:59, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- With the edit counter. David Sneek 16:50, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
collating company collateral to create an intelligent database
Hello: i am at the beginning stage of collating a huge amount of data scattered all over my company in order to create an actionable intelligent database to be used by Sales/ Delivery / Sourcing and finally clients. the data collation and parellely creation from the said departments comprises of case studies/ whitepapers/ capability documents etc. which is the best way to start so that the system created can integrate with a full fledged intelligent database structure subsequently. thank you203.99.42.133 10:59, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Data Mining. The structure is called a relational database. Go find a software engineer to do the datamining, and design the indexing system for a relational database system like Oracle or MSSQL. Artoftransformation 03:23, 17 December 2005 (UTC)--
- You might read up on Artificial intelligence or Expert systems, which tend to either be complete flops or tremendously successful in building [[business rules] that computers can recognize to identify exceptions.
- In the area of computer security against insider crime, software is being marketed which learns from standard patterns of co-worker data processing to rapidly detect exceptions to those rules, and notify someone of suspicious behavior when it starts.
- It is important to have a relational database system for data mining or business intelligence that can operate off of the existing company computer systems, to minimize need to aquire massively costing new resources, and be perpetually up-to-date with your existing data as it grows.
User:AlMac|(talk) 15:48, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Jayant
Since I find myself knowing more about a 17-year old's sleeping habits than I know about my brother...I am struggling with the question "Is Jayant left-handed? Also, what are his favourite sports?" I hope that Wikipedia is able to help me with this! :) Sherurcij (talk) (bounties) 11:28, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Hey, is asking too many questions on wikipedia a crime or something? Or are you really serious about the stuff you just said?
- Jayant, 17 Years,India (P.S. I am right handed and i enjoy playing basketball and table tennis.)
- Nah, just a little bit of fun :) (By the way, when responding to somebody, if you put a : in front of what you say, it will indent it as a reply...similarly, if it's a reply to a reply, use :: - you can see how many to add, just look on the 'edit' page how many the person before you used! :) Also, I would highly encourage you to create an account, it will let you keep track of things better! :) Sherurcij (talk) (bounties) 14:03, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Thanks for the tip. And i do have an account.
- And can i also know where you are from? I dont think it's mentioned on your page.
- If you use ~~~~ it will automatically sign & date your posts with your account name. AllanHainey 16:08, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- I know that you could sign your name that way. And I do read the instructions given at the top of this page. And I sign my name that way because I am used to it and its different.
- Maybe you could still use your 'Jayant, 17 Years,India' by changing what your signature appears like.--Ali K 03:09, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- I know that you could sign your name that way. And I do read the instructions given at the top of this page. And I sign my name that way because I am used to it and its different.
Tiger, Il Dottore
please, can somebody help me? i need to know, which sport personality or sport team was called Il Dottore and Tiger. it is not one personality or team.
- Try Valentino Rossi#Nicknames for one example of "the Doctor" and how about Eldrick Woods. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 18:01, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
British Christmas TV shows
What Television show holds the record as the most watched Show on Christmas in Britain?
- One example after short googling: [6]. –Mysid 13:41, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- I suspect a 1970s Morecambe and Wise Christmas Show would be a likely strong contender, though it wouldn't surprise me if it was Coronation Street or EastEnders. James Bond films used to be quite popular at Christmas, until they got over-repeated, and The Great Escape of course, which was traditional Christmas viewing. I don't think the Queen's Speech would ever have counted, even though when I was a kid she used to be on all three channels simultaneously - in our house it was the cue to bring out the Christmas cake and mince pies! -- Arwel (talk) 00:20, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
My Name....
Can anyone else use "my name" as a subject/heading in Wikipedia?
Jayant, 17 years,India
- In a talk page, or something like the Reference Desk that's basically a structured talk page, yes. In an article, no, unless of course you do something newsworthy, like play for India on the Summer Olympics basketball team. Of course, we all have to be polite on these talk pages. I think that Sherurcij was just being friendly and Wiktionary:gregarious, and a bit curious as to why you sign your name "Jayant, 17 years, India", instead of the computer-assisted form (type ~~~~) that most other people use. I happen to like the way you sign your name. :) --Mareino 15:03, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Thanks a lot. Finally someone that likes something I do. And I have a question for Mareino. How can i know more about you? I mean its just a general question.
When we (type ~~~~), unless our signature is broken, you get a link to the pages on that person, who may have volunteered info about themselves, assuming they are a registered member. You can then get to their talk pages and ask friendly questions about them, like how old are you (some adult women who are really like age "57" may reply "21"). User:AlMac|(talk) 18:26, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
what is the capital of south africa
capetown.
- The question should be "what are the capitals of south africa". The country of South Africa has three. See South Africa CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 18:05, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
shaq versus kobe.
who wins? i got kobe just amazing. (posted by Maoririder)
- Depends on what the competion is. Hand-to-hand combat, I go with Big Aristotle. One-on-one basketball, I go with Kobe (Shaq can't dribble or defend the perimeter very well). As a team member, though, a good center is a lot harder to find than a good guard, and Shaq seems to be a better leader. --Mareino 18:36, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
Alwaleed bin Talal
Please furnish me the correct and complete mailing address to make contact with Alwaleed bin Talal. I wish to contact his business firm .
- It's probably best to Google for his business name to find details like this. - Mgm|(talk) 10:43, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Car Trouble
What can ruin a car so badly you'd need to replace at least 80% of the parts? (excluding a crash or fire). DuctapeDaredevil 17:28, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Prolonged immersion in water, contamination with a radioactive substance, many years of neglect leading to systemic rust, prolonged use in a caustic environment (limekilns, the wet bit of the beach). -- Finlay McWalter | Talk 18:09, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Do you have something in mind? :) DirkvdM 09:34, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- I owe someone a Secret Santa story. None of these are quite quick enough for my liking, so I'll just have Magneto visit, as it's X-Men universe. DuctapeDaredevil 02:04, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
laundering a duvet
I once read that most down or feather duvets should be dry cleaned. If a duvet appears to consist of neither, would it quite safe to stick it in a washing machine? I also read that sometimes this is impossible because of load considerations. How full is too full for a washing machine? thanks --86.144.85.25 18:06, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- There should be a label of somesort on the duvet that gives cleaning instuctions. I have a duvet that can be washed but yours might be different. If you have a front loading washing machine then a single bed duvet might be OK. However, you can't get stuff a double or larger duvet in my loader. However, I have washed the double bed duvet in a top loader without any problem. I suggest you look on the duvet for the cleaning instructions and look at the instructions that came with the washing machine. If you can't find them then take it to a dry cleaner and see what happens. 18:16, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
- Thanks. I forgot to say the label has faded completely so I've lost all washing instructions. --86.144.85.25 18:19, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
Many laundromats have large size washers and dryers. These things are huge! When I need to wash something like a blanket or a sleeping bag that is not 'dry clean only' then I go spend an hour or so at a laundromat. A 05:40, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
ryan atwood.
what will happen to him in the end he either dies or goes away. (posted by Maoririder)
- (For those who don't know, Ryan Atwood is the name of the main character on The O.C.). The correct answer to your question, Maoririder, is no one knows. I very much doubt that the writers will either kill him off or have him go away, though. Why can't they just have him go to a local college? --Mareino 18:44, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
free speech in a novel
hi guys, i'm from a latin american country and i wonder what can i write in a novel: like band names, famous people names and critique political groups and presidential candidates for the coming elections in my country, WITHOUT being killed! by our probably dictatorial next leader who is a military oficial...my gosh i'm scared but i feel like i should do it no matter what... thnx
- Your question has already been answered in the Humanities section. --Shantavira 19:44, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
Write your book, but release it under a pseudonym. It depends on whether you want your voice, or the money. It's possible you could have both, but you can probably protect yourself by writing anonymously, but then it will be harder to collect money from people buying it. Tough decision, good luck. What country are you from, anyway? -- Natalinasmpf 00:16, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
I'm from Peru,and yeah, i want both things, and i want to find the way of getting both, because with the money, then i'll have the chance of being heard without having to use a pseudonym, since i'll aford to move to another country...also i'm a female, and i'd rather publish my book under a male name, since i dunno... haha by the way, u rock Mareino :) thnx a lot 4 being so nice!
- I'm a law student in the US. As I understand it, your country is in a transitional period. My advice: Find a liberal lawyer in Peru and ask him/her about the law in your country. Your problem is a very subtle one - there's no way to know what to do without being a highly educated Peruvian. Good luck. --George 09:18, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
PVC Shelf life
Does PVC have a shelf life. I have not been able to locate any data.
- This article suggests 5 to 10 years outdoors, or 20 years for protected grades, and this one suggests less than 20 years for indoor toys. --Heron 21:03, 16 December 2005 (UTC)
Scandahoovian
What is a Scandahoovian? This is a pretty common term and seems to deserve an entry.
- Seems to be a word referring to a person of Norwegian and Swedish descent living in Minnesota, Iowa and such states. If you feel including the concept will enhance the encyclopaedia, then why not create an account and start the page? Natgoo 00:27, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
December 17
Why are all the leftist European leaders losing power, but Bush is attacked in the media as having few friends?
Why are all the leftist European leaders losing power, but Bush is attacked in the media as having few friends?
Are there substantiations for both of these claims? -- Natalinasmpf 00:14, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Hard to say. Perhaps the movement just is towards the middle? My impression has been that even leftist american politicians would be considered far-right in Europe, and vice versa. TERdON 00:58, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- I share this 'impression' as a Canadian, where the furthest Right party would be considered left of the Democrats (though Nader of course is a special case, more akin to Canada's New Democratic Party. Sherurcij (talk) (bounties) 14:04, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- A further point to consider is that, surprising though it may be to Americans, politics in foriegn countries doesn't entirely revolve around their senior politicians' relationship with the US administration. This is particularly so in parliamentary systems where there's no separate vote for a president elected in substantial part for their foriegn policy expertise. Schroeder's poor election performance has a hell of a lot more to do with Germany's lacklustre economy (and, more specifically, the high unemployment) as it does with his stance on GWB, which remains extremely popular over there judging from what I saw on my visit in 2004 and what I've read since. --Robert Merkel 02:46, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Yes, I was also thinking that the questioneer was thinking about Germany (and possibly France). In the UK, labour party is in power. Which, ironically, is Bush's best 'friend', so the assumed link may not be too valid. Another issue is how 'leftwing' they still are, but, as TERdON pointed out, even European right wing is left wing from a US perspective. And Spain has a left wing cabinet. The Netherlands has one of the most rightwing cabinets ever, but as a result the polls show that if elections were held now, the pure leftwing parties would have an absolute majority, which would be a first in Dutch history (and Dutch left wing is real left wing, despite what people say about the PvdA). For the rest I'm not sure, but I want to know this, so I'll do a little research (and maybe base an article on it). I'll be back! DirkvdM 09:54, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
And here I am again. I've looked through the politics articles for the European countries and made a rough estimate of how left/right the party politics are. Alas, for many countries, oddly, the composition of the coalition (if any) isn't given and I didn't make such a detailed study of it (yet), so the list below is very tentative, sometimes just based on the distribution of seats and the description of the biggest party (or parties). Feel free to correct it if it's wrong. Like I said, this could be made into an article, although terms like left/right are rather pov. A different terminology would make more sense. The proposed article should preferably also show the development over time, giving an overview of the shift in politics of European countries (and of course this shoudn't be limited to Europe).
| Albania | centre-right |
| Andorra | right (free market liberal) |
| Armenia | ? |
| Austria | left |
| Azerbaijan | ? |
| Belarus | ? (fraudulous elections) |
| Belgium | centre-left? |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | ? (nationalist SDS) |
| Bulgaria | centre-left? |
| Croatia | ? |
| Cyprus | left (communist AKEL)? |
| Czech Republic | centre-left (minority coalition because the communists weren't included? - unclear) |
| Denmark | centre-right |
| Estonia | centre? |
| Finland | centre-left |
| France | left?? (haven't figured out the system yet) |
| Georgia | centre-right |
| Germany | centre-right |
| Greece | centre-right |
| Hungary | ? |
| Iceland | centre-right |
| Republic of Ireland | left |
| Italy | centre-right |
| Latvia | ? |
| Liechtenstein | ? |
| Lithuania | left (technocratic, former communists) |
| Luxembourg | left |
| Macedonia | ? (parliamentary elections only given for 1998) |
| Malta | centre |
| Moldova | left (communist) |
| Monaco | ? |
| the Netherlands | right |
| Norway | left (red-green) |
| Poland | ? |
| Portugal | left (at first I thought Porugal had no right-wing party to speak of, but that turns out to be the 'Social Democrat' party :) ) |
| Romania | left |
| Russia | right? |
| San Marino | ? |
| Serbia and Montenegro | ? (unclear what's what) |
| Slovakia | ? |
| Slovenia | ? |
| Spain | left |
| Sweden | left |
| Switzerland | centre-right |
| Turkey | right |
| Ukraine | ? |
| United Kingdom | left |
| Vatican City | yeah, right :) |
It seems that there is a reasonable balance between left and right, but even if there were more right-wing governments, those would generally be more centre-right, due to coalitions. It should be noted that usually there is a major centre-left and a major centre-right party and if another party becomes the major party that doesn't necessarily mean a big shift in politics (although exactly that might happen in the Netherlands in 2007). It usually isn't a winner-take-all system like in the US. Most (democratic) countries in the world have parliaments and coalitions. But the fact that the coalitions aren't mentioned in the articles really drove me nuts. That's the best indicator of the politics of a country. The prime minister is often given, but that's just a figurehead with no extra power. I suspect that, as with most of the English speaking Wikipedia, most edits are done by US citizens, who can't wrap their heads around there not being a single person in power :) . An example can be found in Danish parliamentary election, 2005, where the second sentence states that the PM got most seats, when of course it's the party that gets the seats (one person can occupy just one seat :) ). Towards the end I started giving up if I didn't find the info quickly. I'll have to research this later a bit more, but some help will be appreciated.
I now suppose that a list of coalition parties (plus major other parties) would make more sense, possibly with a very short description of its politics, if possible. I've already done something similar in Politics of the Netherlands#Seats per Party, and tables like that would make sense for all countries. Of course in the overview it shouldn't be so extensive. But for the required research a better source is needed because Wikipedia doesn't seem to give this info yet. Or have I been going about this the wrong way?
An interresting thing I noticed is that communist parties seem bigger than I thought they were, especially in Eastern Europe. DirkvdM 16:23, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- I'm rather doubtful of some of those classifications - Austria for example has a Socialist president, but the Chancellor who actually runs the country is Christian Democrat (and his first administration was in coalition with the neo-fascist FPÖ). I wouldn't characterise the Irish government as left wing either - both the traditional governing parties, Fianna Fail and Fine Gael, would be classed as Christian Democratic, though FG is more likely to form a coalition with the Labour Party - there are relatively few policy differences between them, the main distinguishing feature between the parties and their supporters being which side their fathers, grandfathers, and great-grandfathers fought in the Civil War of 1922-23 (FG supporters backed the winning side, which is why FF has formed most of the governments ever since). -- Arwel (talk) 01:08, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Like I said, the left/right classification is rather vague and the table isn't based on extensive research (yet), so if you see an error feel free to correct it (and possibly use better terminology).
- Also, I based the table on coalitions. But that's a personal choice because those represent 'true democracy' to me. But of course that is a misrepresentation (it was also 'laziness' on my part) because many countries have (elected) presidents who have some of the power (possibly sometimes even most). So, again, feel free to correct the table (and possibly include info on which part of the government holds how much power, although that might get a bit too extensive for a table). European governments sometimes include a king, but I dont' think any of them hold any actual power, so that aspect can be ignored. And then there are oddities like the Vatican....
- Who a party has formed a coalition with doesn't say that much about the party. They may be forced by the outcome of the elections (although it can happen that strange things happen when a party refuse to form a coalition with another major party, as seems to have happened in the Czech Republic - if I understood that correctly). A coalition party has to make a choice which aspects of its program it wants implemented and then leave the rest to the coalition partners (roughly speaking). So a centre party may end up participating in a left- or rightwing program, depending on the election results and coalition formation. Which is the way it should be, if you ask me, giving a nice balance between the desires of the population. But then you didn't ask me. :) DirkvdM 09:50, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
It's also possible of course that the relationship with the US is not primarily about left/right politics. Recently it's been about Iraq, which really transcends regular left/right policies. For example the UK (left) joined in while Canada (leftish) didn't and Germany (rightish) didn't. DJ Clayworth 16:38, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
The question is predicated on the fallacy that politics around the world are defined on the same one-dimensional continuum as the United States. Any sort of political classification of this many states would require considering opinions both on international politics (where leaders may share or differ from the American Left or Right) and also on internal politics within the individual country. (which the American Left or Right may have no opinion on). -72.144.236.150 05:20, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
vegg. and non-vegg,
what is best vegetarian or non-vegetarian?
- See Vegetarianism#Motivation for arguments for and Vegetarianism#Criticism for arguments against, and decide for yourself. —Keenan Pepper 00:51, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- If you're a cow, vegetarianism is good. DJ Clayworth 16:20, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
etch-a-sketch
Hello, this is KeeganB. When did they stop putting mercury in Etch-a-sketches?
- Right after they stopped beating their wives. Etch-A-Sketch, first marketed in 1960, contains beads and aluminum powder, not mercury. - Nunh-huh 00:47, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Yeah, how would a mercury Etch-A-Sketch work? The aluminum powder works because it sticks to everything but can be scraped off in a thin line. Mercury doesn't do that (it's a liquid), so if Etch-A-Sketches ever had mercury they would have had to be very different. I suspect it's a hoax or an urban legend. —Keenan Pepper 00:56, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- The manufacturer states that Etch-A-Sketches have never contained mercury. (Even though they frequently appear in mercury alarmist sites as "mercury containing"). - Nunh-huh 01:04, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- It would be quite outrageous if a toy would contain mercury. Kids have a habit of breaking things and mercury is poisonous. DirkvdM 10:00, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- LA Lights shoes (and their knockoff variants) have mercury switches in them, don't they? I don't see any adults wearing them anymore, and my 4-year-old sister has about two or three pair of the light up shoes; another one of those 90's fashion trends that died, thank God. Cernen 21:16, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- No mercury in LA Lights (or their knockoffs) according to this patent. Why did you think that mercury would be allowed in such a product? And besides, a mercury switch wouldn't work as this application requires pressure sensitivity and not orientation sensitivity. --hydnjo talk 21:44, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Besides which, mercury is far too valuable to waste like that! -- Arwel (talk) 01:12, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Idea for content
There should be an area where students can upload class notes to share with other students.
Interesting proposal, but we already have talk pages, and class notes sound kind of copyvio/unreferenced-ish. However, this really should be at Wikipedia policies, guidelines and proposals.
- This would be outside the current policies on what is appropriate for Wikipedia, see Wikipedia:What Wikipedia is not (specifically the section titled Wikipedia is not a free host or webspace provider). -- Rick Block (talk) 01:19, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Just use a free web host and you can achieve the same purpose. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 01:33, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- I use yahoo groups just for this purpose. Create an email just for that class... Artoftransformation 03:17, 17 December 2005 (UTC)--
del.icio.us - like journaling software
Hi, I'm looking for a journaling software that would operate like this: 1) I tag an entry with keywords in the style of del.icio.us 2) I can then click on that heading and have all the entries with that heading displayed in printable format Is there any software that can do this? I have wikidPad which sort of allows tagging, but only displays pages with a certain tag in a sidebar.
Thanks a whole bunch y'all. Mjklin 02:42, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- wordpress blog software has tagging. -Yoink23 23:10, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
busta rhymes brother
About busta rhymes brother, Brodie Edwards, is it really his brother because busta has smith for his (real) last name so how are they brothers? also how does Brodie look like, is he like busta? and where could i find a picture of him?
- Maybe his brother changed his name, or perhaps their mother remarried before the youngest brother was born which got him the last name of a different father? Just a guess. - Mgm|(talk) 10:48, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
inflation
- Try the article on inflation.--Ali K 03:01, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Erections
Hey there I was wondering because I had just read a book 'How Hedley Hopkins did a dare, robbed a grave, made a new friend who might not have really been there at all, and while he was at it committed a terrible sin which everyone was doing even though he didn't know it'by Paul Jennings. There was a scene where Hedley, a young boy of 12 or 13, had an arection of because he was thinking of ladies in the nude and sperm just came out. I heard that had happened in different things like TV shows. But I have erections some times, and when they happen sperm doesn't happen unless I actually masturbate or have sex, I'm confused Sorry I didn't know if this question was allowed
- Any honest question is welcome at the Reference Desk as long as it's not easily answered by searching Wikipedia (and it's not obviously a homework question).
- You are correct that orgasm and ejaculation usually take much more stimulation than an erection, and the scene in the book does sound weird. Maybe it wasn't semen, but pre-ejaculate? There can be a suprising amount of that. —Keenan Pepper 06:28, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- That said, there is anecdotal evidence that some men can ejaculate without any physical stimulation at all; The Guide to Getting it On tells of a man with such a capability. --Robert Merkel 08:43, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- It's a perfectly good question. Ejaculation happens to everyone.
- There are three possiblities, I think. One, as Keenan Pepper said: it was pre-ejaculate. Two, as Robert Merkel said: a very small number of men can ejaculate just by thinking hard. This is very, very, very rare though. Three, and more likely: Was this a wet dream? It's very common for men to ejaculate at night while they're asleep. You didn't say if Hedley Hopkins was asleep or not.
- One last possibility: This is just a story and has nothing to do with how real men in the real world work. Much of what you read is not quite how it works in the real world. --George 09:34, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Particularly Paul Jennings, if it's the same guy I'm thinking of; his stories were the basis of the wonderful Round The Twist children's television series. They regularly featured the magical and fantastic in a very humorous manner. --Robert Merkel 11:58, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Hard fingertips..
I play guitar a lot. After i play sometime i find that the tips of my fingers become hard. Can someone tell me why?
Jayant, 17 Years,India.
- You're getting a callus. This is a good thing: I play the banjo, and I have calluses on all my fingers. --George 09:40, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Oh..Thanks a lot. I was really worried.
- On all your fingers? Including the right hand (assuming that's what you pick the stings with)? Do you pick with your bare fingers? Without long nails? On a banjo? And what about your left thumb (or isn't that a finger?)? DirkvdM 10:06, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Oh fine: On all my relevant fingers. You know what I mean. :-P --George 21:52, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Missing Words...
Sometimes when i write something I miss out some words. I dont even realize that i missed them. I only see my mistake after i read whatever i have written. Can someone tell me why i miss the words while writing? And also why doesn't it happen when I am typing (i am a fairly fast typer)?
Jayant, 17 Years,India.
- I'm familiar with that. Perhaps it's because you can think faster than you can write; while your hand is still busy making the letters for one word, your mind has already picked the three of four or more words to follow. So it's tempting to jump ahead and skip a few words. David Sneek 10:56, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- I never met (or in this case, read about) anyone else who does this. But I just skip all my 'n's. - Del
- This happens for me when I am writing, typing (on computer keyboard or more old fashioned thing).
I am a computer programmer. I sometimes have keying errors ... I call them "el typo" ... the kind most disturbing to me is when I key in a logic that is diametrically opposite to what I meant to key ... for example
- WHEN VALUE_A is EQUAL to ZERO
- WHEN VALUE_A is NOT EQUAL to ZERO
I meant to key one, and I actually keyed the other. I sometimes not see this until I am trying to figure out why the software testing did not get the right results.
Many years ago I had a job supervising a room full of people doing data entry on punched card machines. I learned that different people had patterns of errors.
- The mind has a string of characters to key, for words spelled correctly in our minds, but some words have the letters in the wrong sequence when they get typed. Some words more often than others. I think it has to do with whether the person has learned touch typing (your hands not looking at keyboard while you type), whether we looking at a screen while we type or write, so we see mistakes as they happen, and fix them right away, and placement of keys on keyboard ... the signal to press this or that key, relative to how far we have to move fingers to get to that key.
- Some word gets repeated, doubled up, and we are less likely to notice when the first is at the end of a line, and second at beginning of a line. User:AlMac|(talk) 09:08, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
Sneezing at the sun...
Why do most people sneeze when they look at the sun? It happens to me lots of times.
Jayant, 17 Years,India.
- That was asked before. See Wikipedia:Reference_desk_archive/Science/November_2005#scientific_reason. This is in the archives of the science ref desk (see archives link above). DirkvdM 10:11, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
who designed 'google'
See Google. David Sneek 14:21, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
hockey player
Could anyone tell me where Daniel Tkaczuk a Former Barrei Colt and Calgary Flames draftpick is now playing. And if there is any chance he will return to the NHL ---66.225.171.88 15:38, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Try Hockey database (popups) and 2005-06 stats. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 18:15, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
my atlantis el dorado theroy
hi im that same guy who said atlantis and sodom and gommorah maybe one in the same i was watching an episode of digging for the truth on the history channel about the search for el dorado [the city of gold]and i came up with a theroy could the lost city of el dorado and the lost city of atlantis be one in the same could el dorado have been the mythical lost city of atlantis be one in the same could the term city of gold been a metaphor for its advanced technologies and could the conquistodors were searching for a city that had technologies that would enable spain to become the most powerful nation on earth.
- That's nice. See WP:NOR, WP:NOT, grammar, and punctuation. --jpgordon∇∆∇∆ 16:40, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
It sounds like you're ready to write a History Channel show! alteripse 19:28, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- I'm quite sure I've read that El Dorado is supposed to be in South America, while Atlantis is somewhere in the Atlantic ocean, so I doubt they could be the same. – B jonas 13:14, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
What the **** is this thing?
http://gamecenter.globo.com/GameCenter2/foto/0,,3078331,00.jpg Maoririder 16:34, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well, it says "GSCube" on it; why not Google for "GSCube" and see what you get? --jpgordon∇∆∇∆ 16:37, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
can you tell me please? Maoririder 16:38, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- If you learn how to effectively use google, you'll be able find out nearly anything like this on your own (without asking anyone else to help you). Is there some reason you can't use google? -- Rick Block (talk) 16:44, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
i thought reference desk could help me on wikipedia i like you guys trying to figure things out. thanks Maoririder 16:45, 17 December 2005 (UTC) iam not dumb just need help.
- The reference desk can help you. Jpjordan is trying to help you learn how to use Google like evryone else on the planet. --Nelson Ricardo 17:58, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- "Give a man a fish and he'll be able to eat for a day. Teach a man to fish and he'll be able to eat for a lifetime." - Somebody's proverb. And just because you "like you guys trying to figure things out" doesn't mean that our one and only job is to sit on the net answering questions. So if you can find the answer yourself it'll give you more time doing things that you'd rather be doing and we'll be able to have more time for other people who actually need their answers for some purpose. Dismas|(talk) 22:22, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- "Light a fire and you'll be warm for a while. Set yourself on fire and you'll be warm for the rest of your life" --frenchman113
- "Give a man a fish and he'll be able to eat for a day. Teach a man to fish and he'll be able to eat for a lifetime." - Somebody's proverb. And just because you "like you guys trying to figure things out" doesn't mean that our one and only job is to sit on the net answering questions. So if you can find the answer yourself it'll give you more time doing things that you'd rather be doing and we'll be able to have more time for other people who actually need their answers for some purpose. Dismas|(talk) 22:22, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
I think it's a ****. DirkvdM 08:15, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- http://cma.zdnet.com/texis/techinfobase/techinfobase/+owo_qr+_WX__v/zdisplay.html
- Its a GSCube. Really. Read the help file at google or ask a libraian.
"16 PlayStation 2s in one box." Next Question Please... 08:56, 18 December 2005 (UTC)-- Looks like a gamecube knockoff! Crap
check it out.
http://www.actaonline.org/Images/whats_new/order_rising_sun_05_2005.jpg Maoririder 16:43, 17 December 2005 (UTC) what is it?
Swift Boat Vets picking on Kerry.
http://www.theonion.com/content/files/images/onion_news3021.frontpage_thumbnail.jpg Maoririder 16:44, 17 December 2005 (UTC) why did they do it? democrats only. http://www.jewishworldreview.com/images/sharon_bush_smile.jpg whats so funny. Maoririder 16:46, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
BUSH RANCH wow lots of space to create something?? http://cryptome.org/bush-ranch-02m.jpgMaoririder 16:50, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Clockwork Orange? song? DJ Tiesto?? or Lords of Acid??
Please help it is a good song need help?? Maoririder 17:01, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Try Clockwork Orange. I assume that you are referring to the third but you might mean the second. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 18:12, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- According to this persons MP3 playlist it's by Lords of Acid. The other google hits look much the same. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 18:52, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Johannes kjarvalv??
http://www.exporevue.com/images/magazine/889safneign_kjarval.jpg who is he bjork has a song named after him/her?? Maoririder 17:09, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Right now the best suggestion I can give is to google Bjork and sign up for one of the fan sites that has a forum and ask them. I might be able to find out in a few days. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 18:52, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
why cant you?
- Because I have no interest in Bjork and really don't want to sign up for another forum. I belong to way too many as it is. Which album is it on? CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 20:36, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Because you want to know the answer, not CambridgeBayWeather? Really, Maoririder, most of these questions you could answer yourself using google. Natgoo 21:14, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Nutella
I just noticed on the back of the nutella jar, where it says "do not refrigerate". Why not? -Tim Rhymeless (Er...let's shimmy) 17:32, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Cold Nutella is hard to spread. If you don't mind that, there's no reason not to refrigerate it; it won't cause any irreparable damage or anything. —Charles P. (Mirv) 18:06, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- I second this. I have put Nutella in the refrigerator and it was fine after it, except a little hard to spread. Although it might not have been real Nutella, probably only some cheaper clone. – B jonas 13:07, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Though, if you're using Gnutella, you may find it easier to take your computer out of the refrigerator first. (Sorry; couldn't resist, Charles.) Cernen 20:36, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Must have been invented by a gnu, or agonother gnu. JackofOz 21:45, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well they are the gnicest work of gnature in the zoo, w-hat w-hould you expect from them? (With apologies to Flanders and Swann.) -- AJR | Talk 01:34, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Exactly. Good to find other F&S aficionados. JackofOz 05:34, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well they are the gnicest work of gnature in the zoo, w-hat w-hould you expect from them? (With apologies to Flanders and Swann.) -- AJR | Talk 01:34, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well, if your hard drive is failing, that might not be such a good idea. Remember, a cold PC is a happy PC! --Sam Pointon 07:14, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Must have been invented by a gnu, or agonother gnu. JackofOz 21:45, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
Serpico speaking engagements
Geography
How high is Mount Kilamanjaroo?
- I refer you to Mount Kilimanjaro. — flamingspinach | (talk) 20:57, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- That would depend on how many hits it's had. DuctapeDaredevil 02:09, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
The Office Space Incident
Greetings, fellow wikipedians and those of you who may not be but can still answer my query. I had...shall we say...an "episode" last night and took my fried Epson Stylus C82 out to the garage for a little meet and greet with my 8 lb. axe. Being...shall we say, only somewhat angered, I took liberties with it a la Office Space and forgot to remove the inkjet cartridges. Now thar be a smattering of CMYK all over my garage floor, metal hammock thing, and plastic shelves. WD-40 does not seem to aid matters; figuring it lifts oil like a seasoned thief, I tried it to no avail. I'm going to try a Comet scrub later today, but I honestly haven't got a clue as to how I should try attacking these "blood stains." Dwarves say that blood doesn't come out of masonry; I'm sort of hoping that because this is a rented house, that isn't true...any ideas? Cernen 21:14, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- LIE. Tell the person that you rent the house from that there was an accident with the cartridges. They were faulty and broke open when you dropped them. Then offer to paint the floor. Buy the paint and do it yourself as it will be cheaper than what she/he would charge you. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 21:42, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- That's a much better lie than I came up with: (The cartridge ran into my axe. It ran into my axe nine times....) - Nunh-huh 02:58, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- The epson came apart in three. Not very sturdy printers, ne? Cernen 07:24, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- I've removed stains from concrete with a 50% bleach solution. --hydnjo talk 22:00, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- I would have recommended a naptha-based lighter fluid. Possibly the greatest solvent known to man. - Ridge Racer 05:59, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Where would you find such a thing? Cernen 07:24, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well, in the USA they sell it at gas stations, and other general stores etc.--Ridge Racer 07:43, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- That's a much better lie than I came up with: (The cartridge ran into my axe. It ran into my axe nine times....) - Nunh-huh 02:58, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Tomorrow, I plan to go actually try this stuff. All of it. (I was much too lazy to scrub the Comet off the floor; it's way too damn cold.) Cernen 14:34, 19 December 2005 (UTC) Turns out, I freaked out way too much. Comet + elbow grease seemed to do the trick. (Water also helped.) Thank you for the suggestions, and should I ever need to smash another printer to bits, I'll know exactly what to do. ^_^ Cernen 08:53, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
I'm scared of Scientologists.
They might mind-control me! Don't let them, please Kid Apathy 21:53, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Too late you're under their power. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 22:18, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- As long as you don't star in any movies with Tom Cruise, I think you'll be fine. --George 00:35, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- It's OK Kid, they can't make you do anything that you wouldn't have wanted to do anyway. --hydnjo talk 04:40, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Whoa! Thanks for the advice, George. That was a close call. They almost had me. Ground Zero | t 14:28, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- It's OK Kid, they can't make you do anything that you wouldn't have wanted to do anyway. --hydnjo talk 04:40, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
I've asked this over at the slug page and at several university web sites but I've got no answer. How do slugs survive over the winter in the arctic? I know that flies, etc lay eggs that can survive the cold but is it the same for slugs? CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 23:57, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Wait... do slugs actually live in the arctic?--Pharos 19:24, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- In one place at least otherwise I would not be so interested in the answer. About 12-15 years ago when I lived in Holman, Northwest Territories we went berry picking. About 10 miles out of town I was sitting picking (eating) and lifted up some moss and found about 6 slugs. All were very small, less than 2 in (5 cm) each. As far as I know no one else has ever seen any. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 23:23, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well, they're probably dead by now. --Optichan 22:08, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- In one place at least otherwise I would not be so interested in the answer. About 12-15 years ago when I lived in Holman, Northwest Territories we went berry picking. About 10 miles out of town I was sitting picking (eating) and lifted up some moss and found about 6 slugs. All were very small, less than 2 in (5 cm) each. As far as I know no one else has ever seen any. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 23:23, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Is there any creature that can eat Polar Bear liver and not die? CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 23:57, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- The article says it's just because of Vitamin A, which is toxic in large doses, but it's also a vitamin, so a small amount of Polar Bear liver should be good for you. —Keenan Pepper 00:16, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Not a chance! I don't think anyone would give me the liver even if I asked for it. Just about everyone in the arctic knows that the liver will kill you. I was thinking more of the foxes and ravens. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 00:44, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- You cook polar bear, don't you? Cernen 02:23, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Yes. Now that I think about it I've never heard of anyone eating raw polar bear. Hmmm, I wonder why, as seal, caribou, fish is all eaten raw. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 02:30, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- I think you should not eat it because raw polar bear muscle is a great source of trichinosis if I recall correctly. Other ascaroids may lurk in the liver. Either would put me off polar bear. alteripse 13:55, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Yes. Now that I think about it I've never heard of anyone eating raw polar bear. Hmmm, I wonder why, as seal, caribou, fish is all eaten raw. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 02:30, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well, I'm a polar bear but you ain't gettin' anywhere near my liver. JackofOz 05:31, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Thanks for the link. I learned something new today. But I'm still interested in liver. 07:29, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Do polar bears ever feast on each other? Zoe (216.234.130.130 18:47, 20 December 2005 (UTC))
December 18
CTY award
What is the name of the award that the Center for Talented Youth gives kids (7th and 8th graders) who score above average (I think—in any event, very well) on the SAT? --zenohockey 00:29, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Never mind; I found it: "State Award." Sounds prestigious, no? --zenohockey 01:28, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- I'm sure it's nowhere near as prestigious-sounding as the Presidential Fitness Awards that Bill Clinton handed out. 67.150.208.73 02:07, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- I once got the Presidential ACADEMIC Fitness Award, during the reign of Bush I. I expect my appointment to the National Academy of Sciences to come any day now...Brian Schlosser42 15:51, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- I'm sure it's nowhere near as prestigious-sounding as the Presidential Fitness Awards that Bill Clinton handed out. 67.150.208.73 02:07, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
finding the way of the samurai
I have been reseaching the samurai and it is this small detail that i have yet to find. Based on the traditional ways, how would a samurai strap the katana on his person in armor and traditional dress?
I`m mostly busy on exams and would appreciate anyone taking the time to email me the details. Thank you.
- Removed your e-mail address - as noted at the top of the page, you shouldn't post your e-mail as it can be picked up by spammers. Unfortunately, I don't know the answer to your question. :) --George 05:44, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Go and watch 'The Seven Samurai.' They didnt strap them, they tucked them in their belt. At least as far as the movies. I will consult a refrence book on Samurai Armor. 08:40, 18 December 2005 (UTC)--
- According to Katana, it depends on the time period:
";Classification by mode of wear
| Before 1500: | Most swords worn suspended from cords on a belt, blade-down. This style is called 'jindachi-zukuri', and all daito worn in this fashion are 'tachi'. |
| 1500 - 1867: | Almost all swords are worn through a sash, paired with a smaller blade. Both blades are blade-up. This style is called 'buke-zukuri', and all daito worn in this fashion are 'katana'. |
| 1876+: | Due to restrictions and/or the destruction of the Samurai class, most blades are worn jindachi-zukuri style, like Western navy officers. Recently (1953+) there is a resurgence in buke-zukuri style, permitted only for demonstration purposes. |
Do Swiss banks provide the same security outside of Switzerland?
Hello, Swiss banks are known for their confidentiality policies, anonymous banking, and security. But as I read their anonymous banking is possible under some Swiss law. I was looking into it and I visited a page for the biggest bank in Switzerland, UBS AG. I visited their website and I saw they had a ___location in my city in Canada. Now I was wandering if they still could provide the same services here as they do in Switzerland. --(Aytakin) | Talk 04:10, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- If you have an account at a Canadian branch of a Swiss bank, they're subject to Canadian banking laws. In any case, anecdotally, Swiss banks are no longer quite as secretive as they once were; see Swiss bank. --Robert Merkel 10:36, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Having done a tad bit of research on this subject before (I was at one point obsessed with foreign banking policies...I obsess over many various things), I can tell you that generally, unless you have a LOT of money, Swiss banks won't touch you. (That's generally why swiss banks aren't often referred to as banks but as "wealth management firms.") But Swiss banks are generally more confidential in Switzerland where the banking laws are, well, very very stringent. Cernen 12:39, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Thanks, Really helped
Recursive image
A question over at RD/Math got me to reading the Recursion article where there is an example of a recursive image. Well, that brought up a childhood memory (sixty years ago in my case) of the illustration on a common household product. It was an image of someone holding the same product on which was an image of someone holding the same product on which ... and my young imagination was captured. Can somebody identify the product so that I can go to sleep tonight? --hydnjo talk 04:19, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- What country do you live in? CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 05:14, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- I suppose this is used a lot, but here's a can of Droste chocolate milk powder. This is a Dutch product and in the Netherlands it's called the 'Droste-effect'. I wonder who came up with this first, though. DirkvdM 08:39, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- We even have an article on the Droste effect. —Keenan Pepper 09:44, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Silly americenteric me - it was in the US and wasn't Droste, that picture doesn't ring a bell. Yay, I didn't know it (Droste effect) was named, my product used the same concept of course - thanks y'all. --hydnjo talk 12:28, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- A Dutch product, how fitting is that! :-) --hydnjo talk 12:38, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- We even have an article on the Droste effect. —Keenan Pepper 09:44, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- I'm not American or Dutch, and yet after reading this I suddenly think I might remember the answer, having seen a picture of it somewhere. I think it's Morton Salt. I think their slogan is/was the wordplay "When it rains it pours", and the box illustration showed/shows a girl holding an umbrella and pouring salt from a box, on which the illustration showed a girl holding an umbrella and... --Anonymous, 05:52 UTC, December 19
- I Image-Googled 'morton salt' and get that picture, but without the recursion.
- So it's even called 'Droste effect' in English. Silly 'Dutchfugic' me. What's the opposite of megalomania?
- I wonder why the writing is in Dutch and Thai.
- And how is it fitting that it's Dutch? Are we known for our recursive attitude towards life? :) DirkvdM 07:41, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- YES! It was Morton salt. The Dutch connection is because M.C. Escher, the Dutch artist, used recursion in some of his works (see Escher and the Droste effect). Thanks to all who helped cut the SRR (shampoo-rinse-repeat) loop that my was going on in my brain about this. :-) --hydnjo talk 16:31, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Vache qui rit cheese (laughing cow!) pictured a cow wearing a box of that cheese as earrings. That was in France. --Harvestman 20:20, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Perhaps there are more products out there - enough to start an article! --hydnjo talk 00:54, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- User:DirkvdM wondered who came up with this first. I suspect it was the Dutch mathematician M.C. Escher. User:AlMac|(talk) 16:00, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- I doubt that Escher was the first artist/mathematician to use this concept but there is a nice link to an Escher/Droste site
threefour posts up. --hydnjo talk 16:18, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- I doubt that Escher was the first artist/mathematician to use this concept but there is a nice link to an Escher/Droste site
Randal Pinkett's birthdate
Need birthdate of Randal Pinkett
- Best I can do is this contact Randal page. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 05:10, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- 1971
- The year would be right I did see somewhere that he was 34 but the Randal Pinkett article is missing the date. Which I assume is the point of this question. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 17:53, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- 1971
etch-a-sketch redux
Hello, this is KeeganB. This is a followup to my earlier question about etch-a-sketches. How did the rumor that etches-a-sketches had mercury start?
A quick search over at Snopes doesn't turn up anything, so this probably isn't a generally rumored rumor. Anyway, I think that in your case it may be one of those Black box deals. (A new/interesting product comes out on the market and someone think it HAS to be something hazardous to your health) Like the rumor about bubble yum and spider eggs. - Ridge Racer 06:10, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Maybe because it looks like mercury. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 07:48, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Do you think it looks like mercury? Honestly, I don't, because it's black, not silver.--Ridge Racer 08:02, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Black lines on a silver (aluminum) screen. For some people it may have been possible that they didn't know that aluminum could be turned into a powder. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 17:47, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Ridge's original explanation makes the most sense to me--tons of rumors about deadly toxins seem to crop up around unusual products. The Coke and Pop Rocks rumor springs immediately to mind, as does the rumor that liquid-center golf balls were filled with poison. (Both false, btw.) Add to that the fact that parents probably didn't want kids cracking open their Etch-a-Sketches and downing the grey stuff like cotton candy (and therefore being far less interested in debunking a mercury myth) and I think there's a fair explanation, if an unsatisfying one. Jwrosenzweig 08:05, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Black lines on a silver (aluminum) screen. For some people it may have been possible that they didn't know that aluminum could be turned into a powder. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 17:47, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
For those living in London
I recently went to London, and took these photos from the London Eye (click for larger image):
File:Unidentified London Building1.jpg File:Unidentified London Building2.jpg
Does anybody know what they are? --Alexs letterbox 06:21, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- The picture on the right looks like the treasury (left hand side building), to the right of it partly out of the picture would be the Foreign Office. The left picture is not important as it's the only one not marked on the "in-flight mini guide". Both pictures are taken facing west. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 06:43, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- The building on the left is the Royal Horseguards Thistle Hotel -- Mwalcoff 17:24, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- The same building as the Thistle Hotel is also Whitehall Court, a mansion block. On the right is indeed the Treasury in the centre of the picture; in front of it are the two Norman Shaw buildings where I used to work; to the right is George Gilbert Scott's "Government Offices" (now the Foreign and Commonwealth Office), and behind it can be seen the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre and Methodist Central Hall. David | Talk 12:13, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
Muscle mass & weight loss
At what age will a person start to lose muscle mass and weight due to hormonal changes?
- This sounds like a Wikipedia:Reference_desk/Science question. Cernen 07:30, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Weight training and heart disease
How long should a person train in weight per week in order to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease by 23 per cent?
A) at least 30 minutes or B) at least 55 minutes or c) at least 80 minutes ?
- Didn't you ask this before? Do your own homework. —Keenan Pepper 06:45, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- If you get multiple choice answers, chances are you can look this up in your course book, or refer to your notes because it has been mentioned during class. If you don't know, ask your fellow students for advice. - Mgm|(talk) 10:57, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Weird file extension
This page [7] has some nice examples of Altai throat singing which appear to be normal MP3s, but they have the file extension ".tbg", which I have never seen before. Anyone know why? —Keenan Pepper 06:52, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well, the filext.com database doesn't have a relevant entry for that file type, but it plays ok in my winamp. I would say just rename them and move on.--Ridge Racer 07:06, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Possibly as a simple attempt to stop you from downloading and playing the file. Nothing will open it by default but Winamp and Media Player will play them if told to.
- That sounds like the most probable explanation, but kind of a stupid thing for them to do.--Ridge Racer 07:27, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Just like me forgetting to sign again eh! CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 07:31, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- According to http://filext.com/detaillist.php?extdetail=TBG this suffix denotes "TeamBG" files, whatever they may be (something to do with a games engine). It sounds like Ridge Racer has the right of it and someone has chosen a "random" suffix. Quite possibly from "TarBaGan", the name of the website, in fact.
- Aargh, This "forgetting to sign" thing is catching… Tonywalton | Talk 12:58, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Aargh, This "forgetting to sign" thing is catching… Tonywalton
- That sounds like the most probable explanation, but kind of a stupid thing for them to do.--Ridge Racer 07:27, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Possibly as a simple attempt to stop you from downloading and playing the file. Nothing will open it by default but Winamp and Media Player will play them if told to.
names
can you suggest me some names starting wiyh b and ending with z
- Boz, as in Boz Scaggs. How many letters? :) DirkvdM 10:08, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Bez smurrayinchester(User), (Ho Ho Ho!) 10:53, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Or Biz, as in Biz Mackey -- Mwalcoff 17:14, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Baz is a moderately common short-form of Barry, for what it's worth. Shimgray | talk | 18:08, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Joan Baez, the Portugese name Beatriz, the Gaelic name Buzz (village in the woods) (or Buzz Lightyear). Just google "baby name" and search but I hope you enjoy pop-ups. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 18:15, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Benz, as in the last name of the person who created the car. --(Aytakin) | Talk 19:10, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Quite impressive; theres Baz, Bez, Biz, Boz and Buzz, in fact, all the vowels! Who knew B*Z was so common? smurrayinchester(User), (Ho Ho Ho!) 21:54, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- If we're accepting last names, David Boreanaz occurs immediately, and I cannot doubt there are a number of other examples not yet mentioned. Forgive my impertinence, but why would such information be of use? :-) Jwrosenzweig 08:01, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Here's a complete list of all words and names beginning with b and ending with z.
- P.S.Biz Mackey? Maybe that's where Biz Markie got his name. --Mareino 15:17, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
health
(no question posted)
- Well I do have Diabetes mellitus but other than that my health is good. Thanks for asking. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 23:55, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
"You aks yo mommanem I aks huh how she durrin." Cernen 12:11, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
Where did Jim Carrey go to college, or did he not go to college?
Jim Carrey Oops! No, he is apparently a high school drop-out.--Ridge Racer 16:19, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Birth and death rate
What is the world wide birth rate and death rate per minute?
- World population estimate for July 2005: 6,446,131,400
- Birth rate: 20.15 births/1,000 population
- Death rate: 8.78 deaths/1,000 population
- It's quite easy to do the maths from those - ~130,000,000 births/year, and ~56,500,000 deaths. Divide those by 525,960, and you get, roughly speaking, about 250 births a minute and about 110 deaths per minute. Shimgray | talk | 16:58, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Library legal question
suppose i go to a library and the librartian and i try to check out a certain book which is obscene does the librarian have the right to refeuse to gave me that book.iam not doing my homework
- In the U.S., obscenity is illegal, so the chances are your local library doesn't carry any obscene books. If it is merely "indecent," I don't know what the ACLU would say, but the librarian certainly would be violating the standards of the American Library Association. -- Mwalcoff 17:11, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Not qutomatically. If they refuse to lend a book to one specific person, yes, that's dodgy. However, the book may not be for circulation out of the library (it's an odd way to deal with sensitive material, but I've known it happen), so they'd not let it be lent, or it may be that the library has regulations that a certain class of material may only be lent to adults - and we don't know who the original poster was or what the material was. Shimgray | talk | 17:35, 18 December 2005 (UTC) [I am not a librarian, but I play one at job interviews]
- If I'm not mistaken, the ALA is officially against "adults-only" book loans, although of course the association's position is not legally binding. -- Mwalcoff 01:39, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- In September 2005, Japan's National Diet Library restricted access to 120 books which it owns legally, but which can no longer be made accessable to the public after the revision of laws concerning child pornography. Those who wish to look at those publications must provide their name, address and reason for the request. TheMadBaron 02:25, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- In the Netherlands we have adult sections too in libraries, they're just not about obscenities or anything (actually, it's everywhere but the children's section :) ). But more seriously, a law here says that if a shopkeeper has anything on display he has to sell it if asked. I don't know if that applies to libraries, but it would make sense. Anyway, why would a library carry a book they don't want people to see? Well, maybe they didn't check well enough, but then that's their mistake. DirkvdM 07:53, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- It's quite possible that he's able to see it, but not to borrow it, which is what he asked. Go to your local library and ask to borrow the twelve-volume encyclopedia and see what they say :-) Shimgray | talk | 11:25, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Question, if the book was utter filth, would the librarian be okay in refusing to loan it to a person under 18/16/whatever? Proto t c 10:56, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
population of wailua
- Next time check Wailua, Hawaii D'oh! As of the 2000 census, they had a total population of 2,083 people.--Ridge Racer 19:14, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
sports in paraguay
Is the sport of field hockey playing in paraguay? If so what kind of sticks do they use?
- Scotland is the world champion in elephant polo, despite having no elephants to practice with and lacking any particularly good polo skills. In short: most sports are played all over the world (some just less in a specific country than others). I'm sure some people play field hockey in Paraguy and I don't see why they wouldn't use regular sticks. - Mgm|(talk) 19:58, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- There is a direct link from the field hockey to a website that can answer your questions.--Robert Merkel 20:56, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- Pedantically speaking, there are elephants in Scotland - at least one at Blair Drummond, off the top of my head. Used to be one in Edinburgh, but I think she died. 'Course, they're not much use for practice... Shimgray | talk | 21:07, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- How do you get the elephants to roll after you hit them with the sticks and don't they get a bit irritated? CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 23:55, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Geography
How far is between New York and San Fransisco?
- Try Surface Distance Between Two Points of Latitude and Longitude. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 19:35, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- You could always ask Mapquest if you're looking for the distance by road. (I know for a fact, though, that if you want to drive there, you take I-5 to I-90, and I-90 from I-5 is a 6 hour drive, so it'd be a better idea to fly there, unless you're into long boring road trips along shoddy undeveloped countryside. ^_^) Cernen 15:16, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
Joe Morgan
A long time editor for United Press.
Jow went to Knox College where he met Jeanne Murray.
Joe and Jeanne had 3 children Ann Morgan (gear), John Morgan, and Patrick (Pat) Morgan
- I didn't know that. Now what's your question? - 131.211.210.10 08:35, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
John Morgan
Born 24 February 1944. Attended Knox College, Cooper Union (BArch) and Princeton University (MArch)
- Hi, it looks like you're trying to start a new article. Read the Help:Starting a new page article first (also, you will need to sign up for a user account). Please note, you should also read the article Wikipedia:What Wikipedia is not, as vanity articles or articles about non-notable persons may be deleted by popular consensus. --Canley 00:39, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
Copyright info for Bibliograpgy
where do i get the copyright information for my bibliography????
- For a Wikipedia article???? Go to the article's page and then click on the link on the left in the box where it says "cite this article" or some similar phrase.... Dismas|(talk) 23:20, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
Birds
I would like to be able to tell apart different species of birds in Southeast Texas, Port Arthur area. Thank you. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 207.200.116.69 (talk)
- Please don't shout. -- Ec5618 23:51, 18 December 2005 (UTC)
- If you go to this hyperlink -- http://www.aves.net/the-owl/blnk-usa.htm -- you will find a list of birdwatching groups in Texas. I make no guarantees of the usefulness of any of them in particular, but surely one or more will have the info you need. Jwrosenzweig 07:57, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
December 19
Afghanistan
What was the name of the US citizen captured in Afghanistan fighting with the Taliban?
lol
lol
@ u n00b--Ridge Racer 01:37, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
'tis I! The ubx-N! And all I have to say is...
| n00b | this person is a n00b |
finding the way of the samurai 2
thank you for the answer of how a samurai would put the katana on, you said they tuck it in their belt. however my report needs more detail, by which method would they wear their belt or what is the way they tie their sash around their waste?
- According to the Katana article, that style of wear was called 'buke-zukuri'. A Google search for that term should yield some detailed information. --Canley 02:21, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Also, consult Obi (sash). -72.144.240.70 04:39, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Where did Ben Stiller go to college?
- He spent nine months at UCLA studying film [8]. --Canley 02:55, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
Porn movie in Academy award
there is any porn movie that went to acadamy awards (dont need to be a winner movie)???
I don't think that it is likely, due to the eligibility rules for the academy awards. They don't bar pornography per se, but they have a lot of small rules that generally only apply to box office movies and the like. To see what I am talking about look here [9].--Ridge Racer 05:20, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Midnight Cowboy was X rated at the time when it won the Academy Awards for Best Director and Best Picture in 1969. In 1971 it was re-rated and given an "R" rating, though. I'm pretty sure it is the only X-rated film to win an Academy Award, much less two of them. A Clockwork Orange was nominated for a Best Picture in 1971 when it too was rated X, but it did not win. --Fastfission 05:24, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Different people define pornography differently, but no unambiguously porno movie has ever been nominated for an Oscar. The only other X-rated films I can think of which have been nominated for Academy Awards, besides those mentioned above, are Last Tango in Paris and Adalen 31. --04:37, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
dis song page
What happened to the dis song page,i couldn't find it anymore. if theres still a link, could you get for me please?
Kendra Wilkinson
I saw your article on Playboy's Kendra Wilkinson. I was wondering if you could tell me if she has ever used her karate in a real life fight, and what belt she is. Thank you.
AJ, Ohio <removed email - see instructions at top of this page>
- If she followed the rules of her Sensei, she didn't use Karate in a real life fight unless it was to defend herself. - 131.211.210.10 08:39, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
The Doctor's Companions
Why is it that most of the Doctor's(in Doctor Who) companions are female not male?Is it because the Doctor likes beautiful girls and women?
- As our article on Doctor Who notes, the Doctor has generally kept his hands off his companions, the only exception being a brief one in the 1996 telemovie. He's no Captain Kirk :) From a scriptwriting and producer's perspective, having female characters in science fiction television is a good idea for a number of reasons. Having female characters offers dramatic possibilities not available if all the characters are men. It also gives female viewers somebody to identify with. Finally, if the companion is young and attractive it gives male viewers somebody to drool at. Witness Seven of Nine in Star Trek:Voyager, for instance. --Robert Merkel 05:48, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Don't forget the doctor kissed Rose in the last episode of last year's season as well. I don't think that qualifies as keeping his hands off her... - 131.211.210.10 08:40, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
shortest day of theyear
Try June solstice or December solstice. Depends on where you live. Also just ask once. Thanks. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 06:57, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
does a person have chlamydia if they do this
Well this is kind of embarassing but a friend of mine had performed a sexual intercourse with his furniture(mostly a couch)and said it was for practice or something. then one day, he told me he had a burning sensation in urinating. then i read about those STDS types and a little something about chlamydia and it said you could tell you have it if you had a burning sensation in urinating. My friend is a virgin so its real confusing, so could you tell me if he has chlamydia?
- Medical advice can't be given here, especially since there are so many questions a medical professional would need to ask in order to diagnose (not to mention tests). If your friend has a persistent burning sensation when urinating, I think he should absolutely see a doctor -- that's the only answer you're likely to get here. All I will add is that, to the best of my knowledge, a human being who has no sexual contact with any other human beings (but who does have sexual contact with a couch) is unlikely to have contracted chlamydia as a result. I would be so bold as to imply that a human being who has had no sexual contact with any other human beings will be unlikely to contract chlamydia from any piece of furniture they become intimate with. I hope your friend seeks medical attention very soon. Jwrosenzweig 07:50, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Like Jwrosenzweig, I will reiterate that seeking medical attention is the best thing your friend can do. I suspect it's a urinary tract infection rather than an STD. - 131.211.210.10 08:43, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Mostly a couch? What is it about the couch that is so particularly fetching? - Nunh-huh 08:47, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Perhaps this is someone who didn't realize http://www.furnitureporn.com is simply parody. -- Rick Block (talk) 18:10, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Mostly a couch? What is it about the couch that is so particularly fetching? - Nunh-huh 08:47, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Secondly, I would add that your friend shouldn't let his embarrassment stop him going to the doctor. For one, doctors are professionals who have seen it all before, for another, they are obligated to keep things confidential, and finally embarrassment is considerably less important than one's health. --Robert Merkel 09:46, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
dis song page part 2
no not that, its a page that has a list of dis songs by rap artist(s) and explaining certain things about their feud and what do they mean in their songs(or somethin like that).
- Ah then you want List of lists of songs. Happy hunting. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 08:04, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- I would recommend the article Hip hop rivalries instead. --Metropolitan90 04:22, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
What is the history of the street "Shannon Lane" in Kerrville, Texas?
I am attempting to find the history of the street Shannon Lane in Kerrville, Texas. I need to know when it was named, after whom it was named, and any information about the person after whom it was named.
Thank You.
Need to Know
- "Shannon" being a fairly common name I think your best bet to get an answer to this question is to ask Ms. Valorie Diamond from the History Center of the Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library in Kerrville, Texas. Lupo 12:34, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- ...the Butt-Holsworth Memorial Library. That just made my day. I am so easily amused... Shimgray | talk | 12:36, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
india contamination
Hi, I'm planning a trip to India. On looking at my atlas I noticed that there is an area in north eastern India marked for radioactive contamination. It's difficult to ascertain exactly where this contamination is. According to the small map it looks like it is somewhere in Rajasthan, possibly near Jodhpur. Any info. on this would be appreciated. Regards. AC
- What kind of atlas are you using that marks radioactive contamination? DJ Clayworth 15:48, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- There's lots of uranium mining in the area, and in Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh and Meghalaya. If you plan to go through that area, remember that the groundwater is contaminated with naturally-occurring arsenic, so be careful with your drinking water. Natgoo 18:13, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- I went to India with a pathologist who had grown up there, and her rules for drinking water for everyone in her family (including herself as she'd lost all her resistance) were roughly:
- No untreated tap water
- No ice except at hotels that cater to foreigners (same as above no tap water requirement)
- No returnable coke bottles
- So arsenic isn't even terribly relevant if you believe in her rules. Besides, I believe most of the danger from the asenic contaminated groundwater is longterm. — Laura Scudder ☎ 22:16, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- I went to India with a pathologist who had grown up there, and her rules for drinking water for everyone in her family (including herself as she'd lost all her resistance) were roughly:
- I am actually from India. And I know for a fact that there is an area of about 10 square km(bout 16 square miles i guess) near Jodhpur in Rajasthan. But you shouldn't worry about it. The authorities wouldn't let you go any where near it.You should be quite safe.
- Jayant, 17 Years,India.
- And about the stuff about the ground water being poisoned with Arsenic, I dont think we, the people in India are so foolish to mess up our own water. As long as you drink Mineral bottled water you should be quite safe.
- Jayant, 17 Years,India.
- Hi Jayant - if you follow the naturally-occurring arsenic link, you can read many articles about the naturally occurring arsenic found in much of Bangladesh and parts of India nearby. Natgoo 22:02, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
talc
hello... my question is : does talc or baby powder really changes the colour of your skin if applied in heavy ammounts or period of time (white) and if it does is it permanent ? ** danny age 9 :D
- No. TheMadBaron 13:17, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
- Yes it can but not on a permanent basis. See Gold bond powder scroll down to the Product Presentation and read the first paragraph. Also see Talc PDF look at the bottom of page 5. This is from the National Teacher Training Institute. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 13:23, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
ABOUT SHARES AND DEBENTURES
COULD YOU PLEASE EXPLAIN ME DETAILY ABOUT SHARES AND DEBENTURES OF STOCK MARKET
- You would do well to try and read over Stock market, it tries to give a detailed explanation that is simple to understand Sherurcij (talk) (bounties) 18:31, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
Marketing Systems
What is an Order Management System (OMS)? Direct Market Access (DMA)? Who are the major vendors/players in these?
- Have you used Google or any other search engine? Gartner has good definitions of systems and relative market share. User:AlMac|(talk) 02:21, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
OMS and DMA
What is an Order Management System (OMS)? Direct Market Access (DMA)? Who are the major vendors/players in these?
This sounds suspiciously like a homework question. -- Natalinasmpf 00:14, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
Fish Industries
I have looked all throught the Internet with no luck at all. I can't find a list of Fish Industries in the East Coast, can you please post a list of as many as you can.
Please and Thank you. East Coast of Canada.
- Try Seafood News from Canada and click on Canada at the European Seafood Exhibition. This will give you some information. However, they may not all be from the East Coast. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 21:59, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
Thank you so much!:D
Where did Rick Moranis go to college?
- I tried numerous combinations on Google: 'Rick Moranis'[s] alma mater', 'Moranis attended', 'Moranis studied [at]' 'Moranis'[s] college'... but the only link that I got was, bizarrely, to smut :|. It seems like he never went to college, or, if he did, he's very quiet about it. 15:39, 20 December 2005 Iinag
- Ah well it seems that he must have gone to college here based on this. He attended the same school as Geddy Lee but I can't find that either. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 10:44, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Where did Steve martin go to college?
It's in the article at Steve Martin. (California State University at Long Beach) --Think Fast 23:01, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
Where did Mel Brooks go to college?
Where did Chris Farley go to college?
Where did Dave Chappelle go to college?
For all these please check the articles. If it's not in them then follow some of the external links and see if they have the information. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 23:25, 19 December 2005 (UTC)
December 20
BBC World Service
What is the name of the melody now played by the English language BBC World Service (I listen to it via syndication on Minnesota Public Radio) on the half hour and hour with the news updates? Thanks EdwinHJ | Talk 07:42, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Try Lilliburlero. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 08:06, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- If you go here you can hear the melody which should help to see if it's the same tune. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 08:12, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
film re-makes
what exactly is a film re-make?how do you define it?
- Well I would say that it's when you take a book like King Kong, make a movie - King Kong (1933 film) then make a second one - King Kong (1976 film) and then a third - King Kong (2005 film). Also look at Remake. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 11:32, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
Rochdale
Are their any users present on Wikipedia that live in Rochdale, other than me?--XenoNeon 12:02, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- If there are, then they're not identified as such, but keep an eye on Category:Wikipedians_in_Manchester (includes Greater Manchester). There's also a good chance that some of the editors of the Rochdale article are native - you might want to ask on the talk page. TheMadBaron 12:22, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- You want the 4th floor, third door on the right and mind the cat, she got loose again. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 12:43, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
Extracting the contents of a CD in the form of an ISO
Wikipedians,
I have the Age of Empires III Collectors Edition and to avoid damaging the original CD, would like to know how I could extract the contents of the original CD in the form of an ISO and burn it to a recordable CD.
I would simply like to avoid any risk of damaging the CD and don't trust no-CDs.
Thank you,
--anon 12:26, 20 December 2005 (UTC).
- Try google "iso ripper". But it probably against the law. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 12:43, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Even if he doesn't distribute it? I would think that most countries would allow a person to make a back up copy for themselves. Dismas|(talk) 13:19, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- It depends. From what I understand it's not illegal to make a back up copy but it's illegal to circumvent the copyright protection on the CD. However, that may apply only to music CD's and that's based on a US magazine article. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 13:46, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- I remember trying to burn a copy of AoE II- it has strong copy protection (I coudn't use Nero to make an iso of it for some reason). I'm sure AoE III has some too. Broken S 14:01, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Regarding illegality: If you are in the U.S., you might want to take a look at the Digital Millenium Copyright Act. It criminalizes the distribution of devices/programs that can break copyright protection, but it also provides, "Nothing in this section shall affect rights, remedies, limitations, or defenses to copyright infringement, including fair use, under this title." Some have argued based on that language that so long as you can break the copy protection yourself (without getting a "ripper" from a third party), you can use the fair use defense to make a back-up copy. But others disagree. I suggest that you write to your congressman and complain.
- And let them know for sure that you're doing something that may be illegal? -- Миборовский U|T|C|E|Chugoku Banzai! 23:01, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- It depends. From what I understand it's not illegal to make a back up copy but it's illegal to circumvent the copyright protection on the CD. However, that may apply only to music CD's and that's based on a US magazine article. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 13:46, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Even if he doesn't distribute it? I would think that most countries would allow a person to make a back up copy for themselves. Dismas|(talk) 13:19, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
Using the toilet in space..
How do astronauts use the toilet when they are in zero-gravity on a spacecraft? I mean in situations where there is no artificial or natural gravity.
Jayant, 17 Years,India.
- You can use Google to search for space toilet and get lots of sites with detailed information. One of the links you will get is this one from the History channel and this one from NASA which has a video. --hydnjo talk 15:04, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Thats Awesome!! Thanks a lot.
- Jayant, 17 Years,India. 15:06, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
My signature..
I know this may not be a relavent question but why are people so concerned about the way i sign my name at the end of my questions?
Jayant, 17 Years,India.
- Because if you sign your name properly, people can click on your name and then go to your userpage. If you just do it freeform, you can't, people would have to guess your username or look at the page history... Morwen - Talk 15:08, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- The way to do it easily is explained on your talk page. --hydnjo talk 15:11, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- By the way can you please tell me how to create my own userpage in wikipedia? I wanna create one now.
- Hi, Jayant. It's as easy as clicking on the User:Jayant412, and writing what you want, and submitting it will make your user-page. If you want assistance to add yourself to any user categories, or to put some code in, then just ask around. Iinag, 15:43, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Thanks a lot..
Difference in supply voltage..
Why is the supply voltage in the houses in USA about 110V while in India, where i live, its about 220V? Will there be any difference in the way electrical appliances, which are made for their respective voltages, work?
Jayant, 17 Years,India. 15:13, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- When AC electricity was being pioneered, there was very little concern for global compatibility, so various locales adopted their own standards. The US, for example, is actually on a 120V standard, but most equipment in that voltage range is designed to operate from 110-120V. Relatively little equipment is made to operate natively across the entire 110-240V spectrum, and plugging a low-voltage device into a high-voltage grid generally causes spectacular failures. Also, the frequency of the systems vary. Most 110-120V systems operate at 60 Hz, while most 220V systems operate at 50 Hz. Finally, some devices use multiple phases to achieve greater voltages: the 240V referenced above is found in most US stoves, where the 120V is doubled. All that said, the underlying principles of AC electricity remain identical regardless of specific implementations. — Lomn | Talk / RfC 15:52, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Oh...Thanks a lot...
- You may find this List of countries with mains power plugs, voltages and frequencies interesting. --hydnjo talk 20:42, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
Stuff floating around..
Whenever I look at the sky in the day time, and when its bright, I see lots of stuff floating around in my eyes. They are kind of transparent, usually in circular in shape or boot-shaped, and the most annoying thing about them is that they move in the same direction in which I move my eyeballs. And I have about 30 "spots" floating around on my last count. On the google search it said that the stuff could be protein deposits on the lens of the eye (or somewhere) and that they would disappear in some days. But i have some "spots" that have been there at the same position for some months now. Could someone tell me what they are?
Jayant, 17 Years,India. 15:25, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Oh..Thanks a lot..
opening ports
i know just about nothing about ports, however i need to open ports 6112-6119 and 4000 in order to play warcraft 3 online. how do i open these ports? i am behind a private ip address and a router. thanks for all your help
- Start with the manual and/or help files for your router, which will address this. Barring that, you'll have to tell us what router you're using. — Lomn | Talk / RfC 18:40, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- the router im using is a linksys wrt- something.
- Rex
- Again, get the manual that came with the router. The linksys routers have a web interface to them for changing settings like this. Point your browser to the ip address of the router and enter the needed passwords. If you don't know the password it is possible to reset the device to it's defaults, and most of the default passwords for those routers are easy to find. I'm sure you could find it from a web search. - Taxman Talk 19:01, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
strongest coffee
A friend and I were talking about the strongest coffee (same amount). I think it is espresso because of the very high pressure and the resulting thickness. Is that true?
Lorenz from Vienna
- Well, our coffee article states that espresso is the strongest form of coffee so, yea. That is unless you also consider alcoholic coffee.--Ridge Racer 18:08, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
What are stockjobbers?
This article, Big Bang (financial markets), claims that the Big Bang was caused by the "The abolishion of the difference between stockjobbers and stockbrokers". However, that comment makes no sense without an article on stockjobbers, and there doesn't seem to be an article. smurrayinchester(User), (Ho Ho Ho!) 17:40, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Although over here in the UK a stockbroker can be a stock-exchange operator who only deals with brokers, in the sense of the article, a stockjobber is an underhand, exploitative stockbroker. iinag 19:50, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
What is the Highest Linked page?
I asked myself earlier today "What is the Kevin Bacon of wikipedia articles?". If we were to build a small world graph of articles to a specific article... what would be the middle? I know that articles are updated often, and this would change. But wouldn't it be awesome to make a dynamic search?
~~Stark from Seattle
- Check out Special:Mostlinked! — Lomn | Talk / RfC 19:59, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Sounds like you might also be interested in http://tools.wikimedia.de/sixdeg/index.jsp. -- Rick Block (talk) 22:47, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
Midsommer Murders
What is the strange instrument that plays the theme music for this show? Rmhermen 21:06, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Try IMDB and scroll down to the trivia section. Then see Theremin. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 21:19, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
History of Anarchist Peak, British Columbia
Why is Anarchist Peak in British Columbia so named? Are there any web or paper resources about its history?
Chris S
--82.33.73.159 22:24, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
There were so few Google hits on "Anarchist Peak" that I guessed that its name must have another form. It turns out that it is also "Anarchist Mountain" or "Anarchist Summit". If you search on "Anarchist Mountain" together with words like "named", you will find that it was apparently named either by, or after, a settler named Sidley whose political views were considered anarchistic (even though he was a justice of the peace!). --Anonymous, 03:10 UTC, December 20, 2005
WWII
What's the difference of the Panzers?They all look alike,but they must be different.I've a picture of the PanzerI,PanzerII,PanzerIII,and PanzerIV,they all are alike.I think its the armor,but not sure,thanks for any answer.
--68.222.113.233 22:52, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- See Panzer and the links in the table at the bottom of the article for the details of the different models. Dismas|(talk) 23:10, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
What if Superman had landed in Germany instead of Kansas?
-- Миборовский U|T|C|E|Chugoku Banzai! 22:56, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- If he had, Hitler may very well have won the Second World War. That is if he could have convinced Superman to aid him with his efforts. Though, really we'll never know since he's a work of fiction. Dismas|(talk) 23:18, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Hitler might have found it difficult to recruit him as Superman was Jewish apparently. MeltBanana 23:28, 20 December 2005 (UTC)
- Really? Oh noes! :p -- Миборовский U|T|C|E|Chugoku Banzai! 01:11, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- I dunno, but I remember a special edition of Superman x Batman where Superman was raised on Soviet Russia. ☢ Ҡieff⌇↯ 02:34, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- On Soviet Russia? You mean for breakfast? :p -- Миборовский U|T|C|E|Chugoku Banzai! 05:07, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- If Superman is Jewish then he must have had his bris before he left Krypton... Dismas|(talk) 07:23, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- I don't see why adopted kids cannot become as Jewish as their adoptive parents. Obviously Kryptonians aren't Jewish... - Mgm|(talk) 09:01, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Superman must be German. Or why should we call him "Übermensch"? Friedrich Nietzsche rules! -- Toytoy 07:36, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Hey Mgm how do you know Kryptonians aren't Jewish. They could be. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 10:22, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Kansas is a rather dry land. There are plenty of swamps in Germany, so our guy might have been drown first, and no subsequent story. Who knows? --Harvestman 11:47, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Maybe Superman could have helped prop up the Weimar Republic.--Fangz 17:54, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
If Superman had landed in Germany he wouldn't have attaced the Iraq and he wouldn't destroy nature by burning more and more oil and he wouldn't allow that murderers are killed by Capital punishment and maybe he would help the Germans to make other peoples think differently. Germany is more than Nazis, Hitler and the Second World War..... And there are't more smamps than anywhere else.
December 21
movie stars
is there a listing of movie stars killed in action during world war 2
There are 539 hits for the google search site:imdb.com "World War II" biography. Browsing through these would be your best bet, as it lists every Bio page that mentions WW2. Link to the google search. Taiq 13:53, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
The Last home of the Virgin Mary
I Was station at Izmir and traveling around I thought I seen her last home is this true. Thank You
- They've got one there. [10]. There's also rather a nice one, of older provenance, at Loreto. - Nunh-huh 00:32, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Halloween Crabs
I need to know some info about Halloween crabs. There isn't much online about them.
--70.60.169.114 01:21, 21 December 2005 (UTC)Khristie Wagner
- Googling for +"halloween crab" gives 688 results. Scientific name seems to be Gecarcinus quadratus, family Gecarcinidae. Googling for the scientific name yields 908 hits. Lupo 09:52, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- And by now someone has created a small stub article about them at Halloween crabs. Thanks, guys! Lupo 14:03, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Mexico Locations
Hello, good evening, over the next two weeks I would like to go to Mexico for certain reasons. I have done some research but I cannot yet find a suitable ___location. I was wondering if anyone knew of any locations which met the two following criteria:
1.) Near the coast 2.) Extensive guitar trade. I would like to purchase a higher quality guitar while in mexico because I do not want to sepend big $$$ here
3.) preferabally this ___location will be near the border to some extent. I live close to Arizona and I'd like to drive to this ___location
Thankyou for your help, it is appreciated
- Perhaps you'd be more succesful posting your query to [WikiTravel. - Mgm|(talk) 09:02, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- The Fender factory is in Ensenada, which is in Baja California; close to the border and the coast, huge company... Deltabeignet 19:42, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Beer
When you drink a can of beer, how long does it take for its effects to wear off? --HappyCamper 01:33, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- I have heard you can detox about a unit of alcohol (about one beer) an hour. Guettarda 01:41, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- This site might provide you with what you need. I don't know how accurate it is though. - Akamad 06:57, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Effects? from one can of beer? or do you mean how long for your body to clear the alcohol from your system. AllanHainey 08:24, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- There's also some variation depending on how you commonly react to alcohol. Some people get drunk with one can, others can drink 6 and still look and act sober. - Mgm|(talk) 09:04, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Phrased that way, it depends. A common rule of thumb is that the human body can reduce the Blood alcohol content by 0.1 per mille per hour. But that's just a typical average figure, actual rates vary and may be higher (up to about 0.2 per mille per hour) depending on the physical constitution, weight, and state of the liver of the drinker. Lupo 09:42, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Perhaps drinking beer often could build up a sort of "immunity" to the effects of alcohol. Our driver normally drinks a bottle or two of beer, but is still sober and alert enough to drive a car without swerving or doing those things drunk drivers do (I haven't seen it myself, as I am as yet unwilling to give up my present life). It also depends on the normal nature of the beer drinker. Alcohol acts, in some ways, like a truth serum, in that it represses inhibitions and temporarily lowers the "social boundaries" we create to be able to act appropriately (drunks usually say obscene things, for example). If the true nature of the drinker is belligerent, then that normally suppressed character comes out. If the drinker is naturally shy (as opposed to his publicly gregarious character), then the effect of the alcohol on him will make him quiet. (I think. Correct me if I'm wrong) Igor the Lion(Roar!) 11:18, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Just pointing out that one bottle of beer would not make someone too drunk to drive legally in most countries (although a few have very strict anti-drink driving legislation with regards to the mg of alcohol in the blood). That being said, the responsible, safe and recommended thing to do is to not even risk having one drink before driving. Proto t c 12:37, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Meaning/origin of popular internet .gif
I've seen this gif many times and comes in different forms. It is an animation of the three men in a car bobbing their heads in different direction, I don't want to be left out! Where does this picture originate from? examples: http://myspace-909.vo.llnwd.net/00351/90/93/351383909_m.gif http://img462.imageshack.us/img462/5326/eb3ow2bn.gif
- I think it was a Saturday Night Live sketch, where the main characters are continuously bobbing their heads like that in response to "What Is Love" by Haddaway. Frencheigh 05:03, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- One of them is Jim Carrey, as I remember. They end up going to a prom, and doing the same thing, and then to a funeral wake. Proto t c 09:38, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- The skit's called "A Night at the Roxbury" or "Butabi Brothers"; it ran a few times on the show and was developed into a full-length movie. The main characters are played by Will Ferrell & Chris Kattan. Jim Carrey might have been in one of the skits when he was a guest host, but I don't recall. --Mareino 19:59, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
"CEEB" code
The College Board has codes that identify all schools that it knows about, and I was thinking of adding the CEEB codes of schools to their respective Wikipedia articles, but then I realized I didn't even know what it stood for. (And that there is no CEEB article nor any reference to CEEB codes I can find) Does anyone know? Phoenix-forgotten 02:49, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- CEEB is an acronym for College Entrance Examination Board, which is apparently an earlier name for the College Board. -- Rick Block (talk) 04:50, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- See CEEB, College Entrance Examination Board (both redirects) and new addition to College Board. Thanks for the info. I had also seen the CEEB and wondered what it was. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 11:55, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Motorcycle / F.A.R.T.S.
I'm looking for information on Leon Moss who founded LEDAR Racing developments in the early/mid 1970's. He died about 15 to 18 yrs ago. At the time he was working on a project for Kawasaki Motor Corp. involving Fresh Air Ram Technology Systems (or F.A.R.T.S.) I have only ever seen one reference in print to this system(do not remember the source, a book on motorcycle tuning/performance?) similar systems are now in use by many major manufacturers and I am unable to find any relevant material/links on the web. Thanks PJ
- You could try asking here. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 05:35, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- I must say, that is a very unfortunate acronym. - Akamad 06:53, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Aye. But imagine if there was a Super HEPA Air Ram Technology System. They'd call it SHARTS, which is even more unfortunate. Esp. when used in a public place. Cernen 08:44, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Rather off the subject but could someone explain the "SHARTS" thing to me? Does "shart" mean something somewhere that I'm unfamiliar with and therefore having a hard time seeing why it would be so unfortunate? Dismas|(talk) 11:00, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- The little bit I read at the above link (or another one) was from someone who knew the man and said that he had a sense of humour and that's why it's called FARTS. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 09:34, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Aye. But imagine if there was a Super HEPA Air Ram Technology System. They'd call it SHARTS, which is even more unfortunate. Esp. when used in a public place. Cernen 08:44, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Paula que buena estas
Hello, this is KeeganB. I've been trying to find the lyrics to "paula que buena estás" but Google and other search engines haven't worked out. Does anybody know of any good Spanish lyrics sites or is this a lost cause?
- Hi, KeeganB. Looking on Google.es, I only found one link in Spanish to 'Paula, que buena estás', and that was to the National Library of Spain. One of the song's interpreters, Lorenzo Barcelata, only appears 9 times alongside 'líricas', and all of those links are about as useful as short shorts in South Georgia. That's unfortunate, because the high number of mentions on English sites, compared to the relatively few on hispanophone websites, is rather intriguing. Iinag 13:02, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
How old?
How old is Aglaia Mortcheva? I was just wondering. I do not want to ask her myself could somone for me?
( Email adressed deleted by editor)-Taiq]] 13:48, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
I don't know who your talking about but please don't post Email adresses or other sensitive information on Wikipedia. Deathawk 18:49, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Still confused!
Do you know a source where I can learn more about Aglaia Mortheva? Like what she looks like and when she started art and stuff. She is such a great artist, and I would like to know more about her.Can someone ask her for me?
- You could try here she has a contact email. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 10:16, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Need help getting stain out!
I really have a problem on my hands! I am 11 years old and I spilled a grape juice stain on a white carpet. It was in my bedroom but i want it out of my rug! The internet is not giving me anything to get it out. HELP!
- Oh dear. If it's a rug, try taking it to a dry cleaners. If it's too big, or you can't afford that, then try warm water with some lemon juice in, and scrub like crazy before it sets. Proto t c 09:37, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Also try here and use the drop down menu for grape juice. And if it's too late do the same as I suggested above. LIE. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 10:32, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- I've had good results getting red wine stains out of carpet by using Resolve carpet cleaner. Be sure to read and follow the directions. Chuck 16:07, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- You may also be able to place another rug on top of the part of the rug that has a stain. It doesn't fix the problem, but it defers it until after you've received christmas gifts. - CHAIRBOY (☎) 18:27, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- I'm pretty sure that you could be of use to an advertising agency, possibly for BASF or Welch's White Grape Juice.--Mareino 20:02, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
hair
hello , this question states the following : how many avarage human hair poors are in the avarage scalp ?
- Take a look at the results of this Google search. Dismas|(talk) 10:58, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Are there flash animations also available for physics concepts such as pendulum/ double pendulum?
It would be great if you can tell me whether some flash animations are available for physics concept for better understanding? Is there any specific reasons why almost no animations are available on wikipedia as animations really help in grasping the concept better. Whether wikipedia has some storage size restrictions? Regards Rahul
- There aren't a lot of animators about here I'm afraid. I'd love to learn how to make flash animations myself but can't affords the software :-( Anyway to fine flash animations on google type filetype:swf in the search window (swf = shck wave flash) So for example to find pendulum animations type "pendulum filetype:swf" into google. Theresa Knott | Taste the Korn 19:35, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Not many flash animations, I'm afraid, but there are plenty of Java applets explaining physical concepts. Try Googling for the concept you want plus "java applet", ie: pendulum java applet. ☢ Ҡieff⌇↯ 21:50, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
WHO list of Medical Schools
{edited by User:AlMac|(talk) to improve readability)
Respected Sir/Ma,am,
- I am Dr. Irfan Rehman presently under going my post gaduate training in traumatology and orthopaedics at RYAZAN I.P.PAVLOV STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, in Ryazan ,Russia.
I would like to know if this institution is listed in the WHO list of medical schools around the world and whether the masters degree that we will be receiving at the end of our course will be recognsed in the european nations. I have completed my basic medical degree(MBBS) from Medical College,Calcutta in 1999.I would be very obliged if you answer me this querry....thank you.......Dr Irfan Rehman.
- Try WHO List of Medical Schools and you should be able to see if it's listed. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 22:23, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
New Orleans Syndrome
Is there going to be any Medical study on the people who spent days and weeks in the toxic, disease ridden water following the Katrina Disaster. Would they call it "New Orleans Syndrome" or "Katrina Syndrome" Or something else? (posted by 68.117.16.64)
- I expect you'll hear both terms; you'd have to be an expert in memetics to know which one will dominate in the popular culture. They might just call it cholera, of course. --Mareino 20:05, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- I don't think that would really count as a "syndrome"... — flamingspinach | (talk) 23:57, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Interesting question. Out of any 10,000 people, perhaps several hundred will develop hard to explain recurrent or chronic physical or mental complaints within the next 6 months. If those 10,000 people have just undergone an unusual experience X, a certain percentage will assume that there is a causal relationship between their unusual experience and their new symptoms. That's all it takes to get this kind of "syndrome" started. You can multiply the numbers by 10 if there is an apparent chance that someone will give you free money if some media people, celebrities, or politicians become convinced there might be a causal relationship. alteripse 00:43, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
weather
what was the hottest day in england 1776? (posted by 63.231.49.62)
- Well, July 4, 1776 got a lot of English politicians in hot water. --Mareino 20:08, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Ba-dum tshhh! —Keenan Pepper 20:15, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- The best I can find is this or you could try and search UK Met Office. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 22:33, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Milk flavors
I could use some help! You see, I am joining a food contest and I am going to give the public 10 diffrent flavored mik recipies! But you see, they cant be classic milk flavors ike chocolate,strawberry and vannilla milk. They have to be exotic flavors, like lime and orange! Can someone give me a link or a recipe of a flavored milk! Remember they have to be milk flavors, not milkshke flavors. My contest is this friday, please help me out.
- What a weird contest! The only advice I can give you is don't use anything acidic like straight lemon or lime juice, because that will curdle the milk. I'm thinking peppermint could be nice... maybe butterscotch... —Keenan Pepper 19:53, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Oh, here we go: http://www.recipesource.com/side-dishes/beverages/milk/ —Keenan Pepper 19:54, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Hair color help!
I was going to a party and decided to dye my hair pink for fun! When I got home to take it out, it would not come out! I do not have enough money to go getit died brown again! But I have got a job interviewwith this job i want and i still have pink hair! Please, give me something to make it come out!
- What does it say on the dye bottle? Is it permenant, semipermenant or wash in wash out? Is it one of those spray on hair colours? Theresa Knott | Taste the Korn 20:04, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- What kind of job is it? If that happened to me I would just go to the interview with pink hair. Pink hair and a suit. —Keenan Pepper 20:13, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
Ogres
Does anyone know anything about the appearance of the ogres in C.S Lewis's novels? Are they similar to mythical ogres or not? I'm tyying to improve the ogre article and I would wish to know. Thank you very much in advance.--XenoNeon 20:31, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- It's hard to find anything as to how they looked. Most of the references are to the movie or the game. The only other sites just tend to mention them in passing. I would suggest that you post the question at Talk:The Chronicles of Narnia or Talk:Narnia. If you find out let us know. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 09:56, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
9/11 a battle
do the september 11th terriost attacks qualify as a battle.
- Terrorist attacks are generally not viewed as military battles; however, there is no objective standard to apply. — Lomn | Talk / RfC 21:57, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well our aticle on Battle give some definitions. Basicaly a battle is usualy considered an an instance of combat between two or more armies. So I'd say 9/11 was "just" a series of terrorist attacks, there where no real combat involved aside for some brawling in one of the planes as I understand. --Sherool (talk) 22:06, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
- Somehow the consensus on our 9/11 article is that it doesn't qualify as a terrorist attack even if that is what it is commonly referred to as. - Taxman Talk 18:33, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
A song in the movie: Collateral
Hello, I was just watching the movie, collateral. You know the one with Tom cruise and Jamie Foxx. Anyways, the scene in which they are in club "Fever" there is a dance song playing, does anyone know what it is called? Thanks --(Aytakin) | Talk 23:26, 21 December 2005 (UTC)
This link has the soundtrack listing, but it doesn't say which songs are from which scenes. I saw the movie, but I can't remember the song right now. You might go to the imdb page at http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0369339/ and scroll down to the bottom, where it talks about "IMDb message board for Collateral (2004)" and ask them (you have to register with imdb to use their boards). Zoe (216.234.130.130 00:56, 22 December 2005 (UTC))
- Thanks alot, once I looked at the soundtrack list I knew at first sight, which one it was. I can sight a Paul Oakenfold from a km away. --(Aytakin) | Talk 02:22, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Can you update the Paul Oakenfold article to include this information? Zoe (216.234.130.130 17:50, 22 December 2005 (UTC))
- No problemo! --(Aytakin) | Talk 21:09, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
December 22
free telecommunications to/fro india
I will be spending one month all over india for vacation. What is the best way for me to carry a temporary mobile phone that will be inexpensive to american callers, dependable and personal? I am vaguely familiar with the idea of a "chip" to buy and install in some cellular phone. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thank you. doctoroll
- The cheapest solution for American callers would be for you to get a US-based cell phone that works via international roaming in India. However, this will be quite expensive for you (Cingular, for example, would be as much as $2.50/minute.) You may also look at renting or purchasing a prepaid phone in India (which would include a SIM card -- the chip you're thinking of), which will likely be a much cheaper per minute option, but will be more expensive for the caller and more difficult to dial (as it will have an Indian telephone number.) In fact, if you receive calls with this cell phone, it may not cost anything for you, only for the caller. The dependability of either of those solutions will be based on the dependability of the Indian wireless phone network. Another option is to get a satellite phone, which isn't really cheap for anyone. Check out Telestial for a good one-stop shopping place for a phone and SIM card that you can get ahead of time. Also, read this article for more information. kmccoy (talk) 14:14, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
What is the meaning of life
42 CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 03:24, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Laser Computer Game
There was a simple 2-D computer game I used to play in the mid-90s that involved redirecting a laser light around various obstacles using mirrors, so that the light hit a target. It was kind of like the Incredible Machine, because first you set up the configuration, and then you pressed the "run" button to see if it would work. Does anyone remember the name of the game, and perhaps where I could find it? -Jian
- Have also answered this on the Science Reference Desk, but it sounds like Deflektor, which came out in the late 80s and was available on various platforms such as the Spectrum, C64 and Amiga. You can download a simple version for the PC here or here. --Canley 03:18, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- There's a free clone called MirrorMagic, which is a great way to kill some time [11]. --Robert Merkel 12:35, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Is there other porn actress like this actress??
In wikipedia section of Ava Devine someone wrote "Unlike most pornstars, who maintain an onscreen persona separate from how they act in real life, those who know Ava in real life claim that she is as horny offscreen as she is on. She has been referred to as a "complete nympho" and "a true giver and the purest form of slut." Tales of her misdeeds often include the seduction of and fornication with complete strangers..." "...She has been known to even astonish her coworkers with her promiscuity, and cameramen have commented that "you can't get within two feet of her without your crotch being groped." Her honest love of sex is most likely the cause of her success, as her performances constantly push the boundaries of what is acceptable in porno..."
Is there other porn actress like this?? — Preceding unsigned comment added by 201.50.212.159 (talk)
- Frankly, I'd be a bit skeptical of that article. Its claims sound a little too much like it's feeding the fantasies of pornography watchers (that is, the actor is really "into it" and isn't just doing the film for the money) - I even wonder whether the person responsible for adding this material is doing so for commercial motives.
- As to whether other actors in pornographic films are genuinely much more enthusiastic than the average person about sex, you might read this article at salon.com (note: no explicit imagery or profanity but probably not a great idea for reading at work), or this other article at salon.com (same applies) about two actors in porn films who, according to the male writers, *very* enthusiastic about their sexuality and not just on camera; the second article had an amusing follow-up purportedly from the woman concerned (which I can't locate) decrying the author but confirming her enthusiasm for sex. How credible any of these stories are, is for you to decide. But don't kid yourself; a number of famous porn stars are perfectly blunt about their motivations for performing and it wasn't out of any great enthusiasm for sex: read our article on Traci Lords for instance. --Robert Merkel 04:28, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Photoshop help
I'm not sure if this sort of thing belongs here, but I'm desperate. Could someone with Photoshop please cut the person out of this picture and paste them onto a white background for me?
http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/3198/zelda5uh.jpg
- Have you tried downloading the free GIMP and doing the job with that? It may not have all the features of Photoshop, but it's perfectly adequate for the simple task you wish to perform.--Robert Merkel 04:36, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Oh yes, and it's entirely probable that you are engaging in illegal copyright violation. Have a nice day. -72.144.239.31 04:56, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- ImageShack® is hosting that Zelda pic. They host for you to be able to share with friends. Rules say :
- "All files are © to their respective owners". So if the image is put on a non-commercial site, there might be no problem. In Wikipedia, things are different as the policy is very strict. -- Harvestman 11:32, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Europe
What is the southernmost capital of Europe?
- Check Europe#Territories and divisions and you can see what countries are in Europe and what countries have part of their land in Europe. From there you can pick the one that best fits the answer you need. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 07:06, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Looking at a map, I would guess whatever is the capital of the island of Crete, might be one candidate. Maybe Cyprus. User:AlMac|(talk) 10:25, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Monkeys
What do we call the young one of a monkey?
--61.1.225.211 07:03, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- According to this site, baby monkeys are simply called infants. - User:Akamad Merry Christmas to all! 07:16, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- This site also states infant, but also lists sucklinga and yearling. - User:Akamad Merry Christmas to all! 07:18, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
shooting star
what is a shooting star?
- Other than what is linked from that page it's also a song by Bad Company on the Straight Shooter (album) but the one you are probably looking for is Meteor. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 09:12, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
What is this kind of logic called?
"If some doctors are tall, and some doctors are men, doesn't that mean that some men are tall?"
In various IQ tests I've come across these kinds of questions, and they have me confused every time. I want to know what they are called, and if there is an article about their kind on Wikipedia (I'd go there already if I knew what they were called) so I can learn to properly solve them.
DarkPhoenix 09:21, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Try Deductive reasoning. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 09:36, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Set Theory involves drawing overlapping circles of possibilities. User:AlMac|(talk) 10:28, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
The above is an example of a logical fallacy, because the conclusion doesn't follow from the premises. Specifically, this one is the fallacy of the undistributed middle. The ones you see on IQ tests are not usually fallacies, though. A similar statement that is valid would be a syllogism. --Anonymous, 10;45 UTC, December 22.
hi
Try HI, Greeting or high. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 09:34, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Strasbourg, France and November 22
I just returned from a wonderful visit to Strasbourg, France and during my time there found a street near the center of town named "November 22". I cannnot find any indication of the significance of that date to Strasbourg -- I asked several intellectual locals to no avail. The date is significant to me because it is my birthday and also the date of JFK's assasination and I wanted to know its significance to Strasbourg.
Can you help or tell me where to look?
Thank you for your help.
- 1890 - Charles de Gaulle, President of France (d. 1970) but not in Strasbourg.
- 1943 - Lebanon gains independence from France.
- 1602 - Elisabeth of France, Queen of Philip IV of Spain (d. 1644)
- November 22, 1794 Strasbourg Alsace-Lorraine, prohibits circumcision and wearing of beards
But nothing really to do with Strasbourg. The most likely one as a guess would be the first. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 12:20, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Whoops I wasn't finished. The last was from here. One would hope that they have not named a street to clebrate some anti-Jewish law. It would however explain why no one remembers why the street has that name. Maybe you could find out from someone there how old the name is. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 12:24, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- The "Rue du 22 novembre" commemorates November 22, 1918, date on which French soldiers put an end to the "Soviet of Strasbourg". That seems to have been initiated by soldiers of the German Kriegsmarine (I would suppose a detachment was stationed on the river Rhine?) who rebelled when some of their commanders, in particular Ludendorff, didn't want to accept the defeat and capitulation of Germany in World War I and wanted them to fight on. The renegade soldiers at Strasbourg sought and got support from the local population and declared a communist free state. If you can read French, see [12] and [13]. It appears that such "Soviets" sprung up in November 1918 all over the Alsace. Looking for more sources; maybe I can even find some English ones. Lupo 12:43, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Flags of the world has an English summary of the avove French PDF. Lupo 12:48, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- See also Alsace Soviet Republic (the very last link on Special:Whatlinkshere/Strasbourg!), which gives the very same PDF as its source. Lupo 12:54, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- ...and which was created just two days ago... Hmmm... Lupo 12:57, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
cartoons
Did Flook have a friend called Deepsea Mokey if not then where does he come from. Regards Chilliphill
Flook was originally written by Wally Fawkes it would appear that Deep Sea Mokey is a 1947 childrens book about a donkey written by Gale Couch here and here. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 13:21, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
The right programming language
I am planning on making an RPG similar to pokémon to put on my official website which will come out at Christmas. What programming language will the expert programmers use to make a game as such? Is there a professional computer programming language? I want to make my game a game that will be as good as a modern video game that comes out in the shops.--XenoNeon 13:26, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- The C programming language and its variants remain quite common; however, game programming is a relatively independent choice that does not affect game design. Of course, choice of language also varies heavily based on the game's medium: if played via website, a scripting language or Java may be far more appropriate. Long story short, worry about game design rather than implementation if you're not doing the programming. — Lomn | Talk / RfC 14:18, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Charlotte Cooper
what is the claim of charlotte cooper as regards the olympic games
Aftershave..
Hi, Is it allright to use aftershave on a bruise on the elbow? I got one yesterday and now all kinds of stuff is coming out of it.
Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 19:03, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Aftershave is basically rubbing alcohol and mostly harmless unless a lot is absorbed through the skin (the sign would probably be a bad headache). Alcohol is very good at disinfecting all kinds of injuries, so although your bruise may be oozing now, it could have been worse without the aftershave. You should probably either leave the bruise alone, use some tincture of iodine, or check with a doctor. ‣ᓛᖁ♀ᑐ 22:53, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- And try to keep the rusty guitar strings away from the bruise. --jpgordon∇∆∇∆ 02:30, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- I can't believe there's no article for aftershave. So I started a stub. Feel free to expand it because it's very short. Proto t c 11:17, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- Allright....Thanks a lot..
- Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 11:46, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- And about the article on aftershave i'll try to do whatever i can.
- Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 11:46, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
Germany
I come from Germany and I would like you to give me some information on what you know about my home country, please. What is typical of German culture, politics, economy or society? I ask you such a question to find some more details about missunderstandings and prejudices because I am interested in looking for the roots of such attitudes. (If there are some mistakes in the text above please correct them.)
- Have you read the Germany article and those linked from it? Dismas|(talk) 19:17, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
Rusting strings...
Hi, I have a steel strings acoustic guitar. I live near the sea and my guitar strings rust quite often and i am forced to change them almost every couple of weeks. Can anyone tell me if i can do something to stop the rusting?
Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 19:19, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Hi Jayant, I would seriously suggest you to grease the parts that are apt to rust. For the strings, wipe then clean before playing. -- Harvestman
- Heya. Elixir guitar strings are polymer coated and sound really good too. --jpgordon∇∆∇∆ 02:29, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- Can you tell me something to clean the strings with so that they dont rust?
- Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 11:48, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
Minimum taxable income?
What is the minimum taxable income for US citizens? I keep hearing that the IRS does not collect income tax from those who earn less than $5,000 a year, but I can't seem to find any facts to back this up. I'm confused. Also, does that mean that they don't have to file a tax return? --Javguerre Thursday, Dec 22, 2005 2:21PM EST
- See here: [14] for the IRS's page on who has to file. I think the standard deduction is $8200 at the moment, so generally you will owe no tax if you earn less than that. However, if you've had tax stopped from a paycheck, you may be owed a refund, so should file anyway. --Bob Mellish 19:32, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Actually people can earn a whole lot more than that and pay no federal income tax depending on the situation. If you have enough child and other credits and enough deductions your income can be fairly high and you would pay no tax. I could contrive a situation with gross income well over $70,000 that would pay no income tax. However, paying no tax overall and having no tax collected are different things. Tax collecting is done by withholding money from one's paycheck for most workers. So you could earn $5,000 in one paycheck, have say $1,500 withheld in federal income tax, and file at the end of the year and get it all back. As Bob said, that would mean you don't have to file, but you'd want to. Now taxable income has a specific meaning to the IRS that is different from what you think of. Essentially it's the amount on line 43 of form 1040 (or the equivalent if you file another form). Which is your income minus all applicable deductions and exemptions. From the tax table, taxable income of greater than $5 entitles you to pay a tax of $1. After that though credits can reduce the actual tax you pay. So you could even have a fairly high taxable income and pay no tax if you have enough credits. Sound complicated? It is, needlessly, but that's the way it is. - Taxman Talk 20:07, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
- Oh, and if you look at averages, from the CBO's tables for 2002, the bottom 40% of households by income payed an overal negative federal income tax in total by a combination of the things I explained above. The table doesn't show the income cutoffs for the quartiles, but estimating from the quartile income averages, income earners earning about $40,000 or less pay no federal income tax on average. That is only considering federal income tax. People of low incomes will still pay social security and medicare taxes, and not very many people get out of those. - Taxman Talk 20:16, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
What are the eligibility requirements for NBA Rookie of the Year Award?
Does anyone know how the National Basketball Association defines who is eligible for the Rookie of the Year Award? In other words, is there a limit on minimum/maximum games played, time in the league, etc.? Thanks!
--John, NY
Smackers lipgloss code?!
Hey, on smackers . com, a lipgloss website, you can type in a code that will get you into another website that they made for fun! You can get the code off any 2005 holiday lipgloss sets. I really have no time to get it myself so can someone with the code give me it, please?
- So..... you're asking us to cheat??? —Keenan Pepper 03:51, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
Blue Squirrels
Can anyone explain what a blue squirrel is? I was told that such a thing exists and I wondered if it is simply another name for the grey squirrel or a hoax (the joke's on me)! I have searched the web and can only find software companies or cartoon. Can anyone help please?
- I can't give a complete answer, but: people who breed animals very frequently give fanciful names to colors of fur, and "blue" is the name they give to the color that normal people call "grey" in both cats and rabbits. - Nunh-huh 22:30, 22 December 2005 (UTC)
American Christmas Dinner Trends
In previous years, Thanksgiving-style turkey was a popular repeat guest for Christmas dinner, but in recent years, honey-baked ham, goose, duck and even roast beef have been favorites. Most recently, what are the new trends for menus of Americans' Christmas dinners?
December 23
malaysia
describe the classes or social order of malaysia list ten aspects of malaysia that is unique or different than america
thank you
- Malaysia is further away from Canada than America.
- Malaysia is in Asia, America is in North America.
- Malaysia does not have an Atlantic seaboard while America does.
- Malaysia is south of the Equator but America is north.
- Malaysia's capital is Kuala Lumpur and America's is Washington.
- Malaysia begins with the letter M, America begins with the letter A.
- Malaysia has a smaller population than America.
- Malaysia has never invaded Canada while America did.
- Malaysia is a smaller country than America.
- Malaysia and America are on different time zones.
and one thing that Malaysia and America have in common is that students from both countries ask the Reference desk to do their homework. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 01:47, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- CambridgeBayWeather, there's really no point in alluding to the rule about not using this page to get answers for homework questions if you're going to provide the answers anyway. Giving an answer while implicitly criticising the questioner for asking the question is a very mixed message. We really must all either stop this silly practice of colluding in breaking our own rules, or change the rules. JackofOz 04:14, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- It's a useless homework question anyway; a useless answer doesn't do any harm. Hopefully the questioner will learn a little cynicism about telling lies to children. ‣ᓛᖁ♀ᑐ 04:27, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
The question initiator might want to take a look at the following articles: Bumiputra, Article 153 of the Constitution of Malaysia, PAP-UMNO relations (Singapore left Malaysia partially because of the racial and social order issue), May 13 Incident, History of Malaysia, Ketuanan Melayu, Social contract (Malaysia) and apartheid
"[t]hey, the Malay, have the right as Malaysian citizens to go up to the level of training and education that the more competitive societies, the non-Malay society, has produced. That is what must be done, isn't it? Not to feed them with this obscurantist doctrine that all they have got to do is to get Malay rights for the few special Malays and their problem has been resolved."
Malaysia — to whom does it belong? To Malaysians. But who are Malaysians? I hope I am, Mr Speaker, Sir. But sometimes, sitting in this chamber, I doubt whether I am allowed to be a Malaysian. -- Lee Kuan Yew
- JackofOz did you read the answers? Would you use them as homework answers. They were usless. Most of the time I will either point out where the question can be answered or answer it properly. These took me about two minutes to come up with. If someone is going to post a homework question without at least bothering to disguise it then they are not going to get a proper answer. If you are offened by the fact that I was trying to have a little fun and not be too mean then I apologise but I would/will probably do the same again. However, I do not mind helping with someones homework but I'm not going to sit and do it all for them. CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 05:30, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
Suse 10, Amarok and playing mp3s
Hi there! My friend is running into a peculiar problem with linux. When he plays music with Amarok, the volume goes to 0 right after each song. Is there a way to prevent this from happening? Thanks very much. --HappyCamper 02:49, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
xio mien nwar
What does xio mien nwar mean??? i have no clue what language it is but my friend is getting threatening emails from someone and they always put this in there. thank you for your help!
- At first, I kept thinking it was incorrectly romanized Mandarin, "xio" reminds me of "xiao" meaning "little" and "mien" is "mian" meaning "face", but I can't think of anything that fits with "nwar"... --HappyCamper 03:18, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- Even though i dont know a thing in mandarin, i dont think that its mandarin. No one would be stupid enough to learn mandarin just to threaten your friend. Maybe its some kind of code or something.Or its just a lame joke. But its just a guess. And, has your friend tried to reply to the e-mails?
- Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 11:54, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
All White Championship Team
Much is made of Texas Western's all black starting lineup beating the Kentucky Wildcats and Adolph Rupp for the college basketball championship. But who is the last team to win the NCAA Basketball Championship with an all-white starting lineup? Or Football? Or NFL football? Or NBA Basketball? But this question is about NCAA Basketball. Anyone know?
- The 1959 Cal Bears appear to have been all-white [15] (PDF file). Tomorrow's (!) New York Times says "the 1969 Longhorns were the last all-white team to win a national college football championship." [16]: -- Mwalcoff 04:33, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
Human Species
How come there are usually many different species of certain Animals but there is only one living species of human?
- Any male and female human can mate and produce fertile offspring.
- Humans are mostly very similar to each other. The differences like skin color and facial features are not enough to merit division into separate species.
- The entire population of humans is connected by transportation technology. There is no isolated group of humans that might be considered a different species. —Keenan Pepper 06:22, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- Or maybe we killed all the others because we developed the unique trait of intolerance. ☢ Ҡieff⌇↯ 06:40, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- Well, as you say: Only one living species of humans. So the real question is: "Why did the other hominid species die out?". Unfortunately that is one of these big unanswered questions of human evolution. On the other hand, there are all kinds of monkey species who aren't terribly far apart from us evolutionarily speaking. So we're really not that alone. Compare to say, the Platypus who's closest relative is the Echidna. Much farther off than our closest relatives. --BluePlatypus 13:58, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
The coefficient of kinetic hate as opposed to the coefficient of static hate
My friends and I want to know some specific variables that might effect both Kinetic and Static Hate. Does anyone know if there is a specific coefficient that relates to both. How can we describe the differences between Kinetic Hate and Static Hate and how are the Coefficents related or how are they different. What are the variables, how are they related in regards to the differences between Kinetic and Static Hate. My friend Jon came up with this question a couple years ago. He is an Engineering student in L.A. We want to know the relationships between these two very important factors in life. Thank you very much. ----Ethan Kegley in Taiwan
- I assume "static hate" is measured at rest but "dynamic hate" is measured after an argument has started? —Keenan Pepper 06:26, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- I think it might depend on context. I was thinking a bullet might be a good example of kinetic hate. alteripse 08:17, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- No no no - the gun is the tool, the mind is the weapon. Kinetic hate would be ... um ... a very angry man running very quickly. Static hate would be some fat guy sat down shouting at the TV. Proto t c 11:12, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
where was the first railway underground in england
London. The London Underground is the oldest underground railway system in the world, the third biggest in terms of number of stations (the others being New York and Paris), and the largest in terms of the amount of track (415 km). Proto t c 12:14, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- (two questions merged) Proto t c 12:16, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
Burning bruise...
I thought that our body gives us the sensation of pain when we try to hurt it or if something is really wrong with it. But why does my bruise burn or pain a lot when i put aftershave on it? Does it mean that aftershave is bad for the bruise?
Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 12:00, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- Do you have a cut or just a bruise? CambridgeBayWeather (Talk) 12:04, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
Its not a cut. But its a pretty bad bruise on my right elbow (I fell down from my bike while going at around 40 kmph).But it doesn't answer my question.
- Aftershave contains an astringent (something that closes up damaged blood vessels to prevent bleeding) and alcohol (to dissolve the perfume, but it also kills germs). It's the astringent that hurts, but neither ingredient will do you any harm. --Heron 12:29, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
If they dont do any harm..why does it hurt then?
Skipper..
Hi, Why is the captain of a team called as a skipper? Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 12:17, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- The captain of a ship is also called a 'skipper'. It comes from the old Dutch word scipper, which means 'ship'. As the captain of a ship is nicknamed the skipper, as too are the captains of sports teams. Proto t c 12:36, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
Thanks a lot.. Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 15:24, 23 December 2005 (UTC)
- (The Dutch word is "schipper". David Sneek 15:47, 23 December 2005 (UTC))
previous life
what do you call aperson who remembers his/her previous life? (in 1 word)
Bad breathe..
Why do we wake up in the morning with bad breathe even if we have brushed our teeth in the night?
Jayant, 17 Years, India (Talk) 16:07, 23 December 2005 (UTC)