Answerbag: ACCOUNT CLOSED's questions http://www.answerbag.com/profile/244727 New Answerbag questions from ACCOUNT CLOSED Tue, 29 May 2012 09:30:35 -0700 Tue, 29 May 2012 09:30:35 -0700 I'm "shopping around" for a new news source. I'm tired of mainstream non-journalism --- What source would you recommend? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1996107 I'm "shopping around" for a new news source. I'm tired of mainstream non-journalism --- What source would you recommend? Sat, 10 Apr 2010 17:52:50 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1996107 Why were people mad at Time Magazine for considering Bin Laden for "Man of the Year"? That title reflects newsworthiness, not endorsement. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1886873 Why were people mad at Time Magazine for considering Bin Laden for "Man of the Year"? That title reflects newsworthiness, not endorsement. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 10:13:33 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1886873 What is with this Texas school board, suspending boys for wearing long hair and skinny jeans?? (see link) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1886867 What is with this Texas school board, suspending boys for wearing long hair and skinny jeans?? (see link) Tue, 12 Jan 2010 10:04:32 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1886867 What's the point of levelling up in AB, now that everybody's "like" is worth +1? No more +6 for longtime users... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1859513 What's the point of levelling up in AB, now that everybody's "like" is worth +1? No more +6 for longtime users... Fri, 11 Dec 2009 18:51:42 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1859513 Poll: How will you adjust to the new AB interface? http://www.answerbag.com/polls/poll-adjust-ab-interface_1859502 Poll: How will you adjust to the new AB interface? Fri, 11 Dec 2009 18:27:50 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/polls/poll-adjust-ab-interface_1859502 Couldn't the new AB interface have been tested by the AB users before being implemented?? It's alot to adjust to, out of the blue... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1859480 Couldn't the new AB interface have been tested by the AB users before being implemented?? It's alot to adjust to, out of the blue... Fri, 11 Dec 2009 18:05:23 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1859480 What is your opinion of fashion? (A) You must be fashionable to be a good person! (B) Fashion is an elitist racketeering scheme! (C) Somewhere in between - please specify... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1857701 What is your opinion of fashion? (A) You must be fashionable to be a good person! (B) Fashion is an elitist racketeering scheme! (C) Somewhere in between - please specify... Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:39:15 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1857701 The founder of "Conservapedia" is taking it upon himself to re-translate the entire Bible with a pro-Conservative slant. Your thoughts? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1845710 The founder of "Conservapedia" is taking it upon himself to re-translate the entire Bible with a pro-Conservative slant. Your thoughts? Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:31:26 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1845710 Is there absolutely any indication that the electoral-vote system in the US may be reformed or abolished anytime soon? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1832563 Is there absolutely any indication that the electoral-vote system in the US may be reformed or abolished anytime soon? Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:48:37 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1832563 Should deaths attributed to tobacco-use be labelled "suicides"? People KNOW very well the cause-and-effect regarding smoking, and do it anyway... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1827173 Should deaths attributed to tobacco-use be labelled "suicides"? People KNOW very well the cause-and-effect regarding smoking, and do it anyway... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:05:07 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1827173 Bill O'Reilly finally admitted "I don't care about the constitution" (see video starting at 0:25) - Your thoughts? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1827110 Bill O'Reilly finally admitted "I don't care about the constitution" (see video starting at 0:25) - Your thoughts? Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:12:53 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1827110 People who think incest is immoral always point to the reproductive results. What about when the participants use protection, or they only perform non-intercourse acts? What is objectively wrong with that? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1825417 People who think incest is immoral always point to the reproductive results. What about when the participants use protection, or they only perform non-intercourse acts? What is objectively wrong with that? Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:32:59 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1825417 Why do people suddenly become nicer in college? You always hear of high school students being cruel and disruptive... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1818308 Why do people suddenly become nicer in college? You always hear of high school students being cruel and disruptive... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:49:07 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1818308 Have you ever seen a more comprehensive list of toolish sycophants? (see link) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1818142 Have you ever seen a more comprehensive list of toolish sycophants? (see link) Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:24:11 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1818142 Will you be picking up Sarah Palin's new pulp fiction novel? (see link) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1812182 Will you be picking up Sarah Palin's new pulp fiction novel? (see link) Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:32:44 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1812182 Have you read any of the "Books that changed the World" according to this list? (see link) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1801668 Have you read any of the "Books that changed the World" according to this list? (see link) Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:11:08 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1801668 What does it mean if an internet domain name starts with something like "www4" instead of just "www"? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1801663 What does it mean if an internet domain name starts with something like "www4" instead of just "www"? Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:09:18 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1801663 Why does the US media pick up on one specific missing-person case every few years, and make it national news? Thousands go missing every day in the US alone... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1800701 Why does the US media pick up on one specific missing-person case every few years, and make it national news? Thousands go missing every day in the US alone... Sun, 08 Nov 2009 08:14:29 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1800701 Do you think democracy and economic development are necessarily intertwined? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1780889 Do you think democracy and economic development are necessarily intertwined? Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:14:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1780889 Why, when most presidential hopefuls have paid to make public appearences, is Sarah Palin asking to BE paid to make appearences - a situation which even many republicans disapprove of? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1779100 Why, when most presidential hopefuls have paid to make public appearences, is Sarah Palin asking to BE paid to make appearences - a situation which even many republicans disapprove of? Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:33:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1779100 Why don't more Protestant Christians use modern-English Bibles? Latin was largely substituted with Old English...but now that nobody speaks Old English, shouldn't it too be substituted? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1776965 Why don't more Protestant Christians use modern-English Bibles? Latin was largely substituted with Old English...but now that nobody speaks Old English, shouldn't it too be substituted? Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:10:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1776965 Why do almost all stand-up comedians these days use the self-deprecation shtick? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1771610 Why do almost all stand-up comedians these days use the self-deprecation shtick? Sun, 25 Oct 2009 13:56:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1771610 Do you know any specific languages that are currently spoken, which still do not have any written form? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1771604 Do you know any specific languages that are currently spoken, which still do not have any written form? Sun, 25 Oct 2009 13:51:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1771604 How would you react if your child wanted to wear a "balloon boy" costume for halloween? (see link) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1768494 How would you react if your child wanted to wear a "balloon boy" costume for halloween? (see link) Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:08:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1768494 A German man arrested for cannibalism went to prison...and became a vegetarian. Who says prisons can't rehabilitate people!? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1758608 A German man arrested for cannibalism went to prison...and became a vegetarian. Who says prisons can't rehabilitate people!? Sun, 18 Oct 2009 16:14:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1758608 True or False: "Sane people never attempt suicide" http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1756592 True or False: "Sane people never attempt suicide" Sat, 17 Oct 2009 12:27:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1756592 Dr. House says: "It takes guts to admit you'd rather be pretty than healthy" - Anyone here have the guts? (if AB is representative of the general population, there are many of you out there) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1756276 Dr. House says: "It takes guts to admit you'd rather be pretty than healthy" - Anyone here have the guts? (if AB is representative of the general population, there are many of you out there) Sat, 17 Oct 2009 09:00:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1756276 Does anybody here have the guts to admit they support TORTURE instead of hiding behind the PC term "Enhanced Interrogation"? (I won't judge. I just want honesty) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1742908 Does anybody here have the guts to admit they support TORTURE instead of hiding behind the PC term "Enhanced Interrogation"? (I won't judge. I just want honesty) Sat, 10 Oct 2009 08:59:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1742908 What's with this Answerbag article called "How to Become Gay"? (see link) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1739894 What's with this Answerbag article called "How to Become Gay"? (see link) Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:56:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1739894 How many countries can you name in 15 minutes? (check out this link to give it a try...I named 124) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1739874 How many countries can you name in 15 minutes? (check out this link to give it a try...I named 124) Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:43:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1739874 Are "emotional suffering" claims given too much weight in public trials? People literally make up stuff like "I can't sleep at night because of X" - If they really couldn't sleep, they would die! http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1734322 Are "emotional suffering" claims given too much weight in public trials? People literally make up stuff like "I can't sleep at night because of X" - If they really couldn't sleep, they would die! Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:27:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1734322 Is the following sentence grammatically correct? (I will give your proposal a good looking-over when I have time) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1733567 Is the following sentence grammatically correct? (I will give your proposal a good looking-over when I have time) Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:35:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1733567 Take a look at this close-up photograph of a woman's face. Do you notice anything odd or extraordinary about it? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1733356 Take a look at this close-up photograph of a woman's face. Do you notice anything odd or extraordinary about it? Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:39:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1733356 Why do people feel a need to use juvenile attacks against leaders that they disagree with? (i.e. Making fun of Vladimir Putin's baldness or Kim Jong Il's height...) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1731807 Why do people feel a need to use juvenile attacks against leaders that they disagree with? (i.e. Making fun of Vladimir Putin's baldness or Kim Jong Il's height...) Sun, 04 Oct 2009 10:41:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1731807 Could anyone tell me, without using too much technical jargon --- What's so good about Linux? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1719696 Could anyone tell me, without using too much technical jargon --- What's so good about Linux? Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:17:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1719696 Why does Alicia Keys make one big single per year and just sweep up a bunch of Grammy's for it? What about the people who actually work for the whole year making a lot of music? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1719387 Why does Alicia Keys make one big single per year and just sweep up a bunch of Grammy's for it? What about the people who actually work for the whole year making a lot of music? Sun, 27 Sep 2009 08:37:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1719387 What does Glenn Beck mean by "White Culture"? He himself doesn't seem to know, and his attempts to dodge the question are quite pathetic (see video) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1718362 What does Glenn Beck mean by "White Culture"? He himself doesn't seem to know, and his attempts to dodge the question are quite pathetic (see video) Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:23:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1718362 Christians: Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is often considered the one unforgivable sin. Does that mean that if someone does this, they have free reign to do whatever they want, since there's nothing to lose? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1710651 Christians: Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is often considered the one unforgivable sin. Does that mean that if someone does this, they have free reign to do whatever they want, since there's nothing to lose? Tue, 22 Sep 2009 06:50:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1710651 Why are peoples' hearts bleeding over the thought of cursive writing fading away? I don't see how it matters, other than for nostalgia's sake. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1705888 Why are peoples' hearts bleeding over the thought of cursive writing fading away? I don't see how it matters, other than for nostalgia's sake. Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:30:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1705888 Are there any political issues which you have "washed your hands of", because you are so sick of hearing about them? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1704337 Are there any political issues which you have "washed your hands of", because you are so sick of hearing about them? Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:42:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1704337 Most people say they don't want sex offenders living in their neighborhood, but they won't go so far as to say they should be executed. So, if an offender has served his sentence, what should become of him? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1695391 Most people say they don't want sex offenders living in their neighborhood, but they won't go so far as to say they should be executed. So, if an offender has served his sentence, what should become of him? Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:22:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1695391 There is only one real "Human Race", correct? If so, does misanthropy = racism? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1695386 There is only one real "Human Race", correct? If so, does misanthropy = racism? Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:19:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1695386 Why do so many people, even in educated countries, still hold laid-back attitudes about Drunk Driving? Does everybody have to be involved in a vehicular homicide before they treat it more seriously? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1695337 Why do so many people, even in educated countries, still hold laid-back attitudes about Drunk Driving? Does everybody have to be involved in a vehicular homicide before they treat it more seriously? Sun, 13 Sep 2009 17:54:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1695337 Have you ever gone through a phase in which you only listened to the music of a single artist/group? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1691941 Have you ever gone through a phase in which you only listened to the music of a single artist/group? Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:58:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1691941 Do you think there should be a global ban on further landmine use? If not, shouldn't countries who use them at least be obligated to remove them after conflicts cease? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1691828 Do you think there should be a global ban on further landmine use? If not, shouldn't countries who use them at least be obligated to remove them after conflicts cease? Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:35:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1691828 According to "The Tipping Point" - whenever the percentage of blacks in MOST American neighborhoods surpasses 30%, whites invariably start moving away. Why do you think this is? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1688061 According to "The Tipping Point" - whenever the percentage of blacks in MOST American neighborhoods surpasses 30%, whites invariably start moving away. Why do you think this is? Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:48:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1688061 Why do people always use the word "ixnay" when speaking Pig Latin? I've never even heard anyone use the normal word "nix"... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1688043 Why do people always use the word "ixnay" when speaking Pig Latin? I've never even heard anyone use the normal word "nix"... Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:38:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1688043 Will you be registering for the lottery being held by the Institute for Human Continuity? [Do you know anyone who actually took this seriously?] http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1677412 Will you be registering for the lottery being held by the Institute for Human Continuity? [Do you know anyone who actually took this seriously?] Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:18:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1677412 Why are Westerners so fascinated with arbitrary numbers? New Years, the age 40, Friday the 13th, Diamond Anniversary --- nobody cares about these things in most parts of the world... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1677321 Why are Westerners so fascinated with arbitrary numbers? New Years, the age 40, Friday the 13th, Diamond Anniversary --- nobody cares about these things in most parts of the world... Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:29:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1677321 Why are people so bent out of shape about what is natural/unnatural when it comes to sexuality? Did I miss the meeting where we collectively decided to shackle ourselves to our primal past? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1677301 Why are people so bent out of shape about what is natural/unnatural when it comes to sexuality? Did I miss the meeting where we collectively decided to shackle ourselves to our primal past? Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:15:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1677301 How can ALL fingerprints be unique, when they are held on a small finite space? Eventually, wouldn't all fingerprint designs be exhausted? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1675715 How can ALL fingerprints be unique, when they are held on a small finite space? Eventually, wouldn't all fingerprint designs be exhausted? Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:55:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1675715 Nobody is "normal". We are all freaks in some ways, most people just try to hide it --- Agree or Disagree? Why? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1671437 Nobody is "normal". We are all freaks in some ways, most people just try to hide it --- Agree or Disagree? Why? Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:06:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1671437 Why do people always assume that adult film stars are victims of broken homes or abusive bosses? Is it SOOO hard to imagine that they actually like the job and the money? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1669673 Why do people always assume that adult film stars are victims of broken homes or abusive bosses? Is it SOOO hard to imagine that they actually like the job and the money? Sun, 30 Aug 2009 09:51:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1669673 Do you have a target life expectancy? Do you especially care to make it above the average, around 77? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1661000 Do you have a target life expectancy? Do you especially care to make it above the average, around 77? Tue, 25 Aug 2009 20:26:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1661000 Is partisan stubbornness a good thing? "Reasonable people adapt themselves to the world; Unreasonable ones adapt the world to themselves. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable" - George Bernard Shaw http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1656609 Is partisan stubbornness a good thing? "Reasonable people adapt themselves to the world; Unreasonable ones adapt the world to themselves. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable" - George Bernard Shaw Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:54:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1656609 What do you think is the best online source for World News? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1656579 What do you think is the best online source for World News? Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:39:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1656579 Are you a misanthrope? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1654406 Are you a misanthrope? Sat, 22 Aug 2009 09:01:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1654406 Why do musicals shoot up in popularity every few years? Is it just be the same people who watch them all? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1654390 Why do musicals shoot up in popularity every few years? Is it just be the same people who watch them all? Sat, 22 Aug 2009 08:52:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1654390 What percentage of Sports viewers do you think are "Bandwagoners" - People who vote for whichever team is currently popular? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1652753 What percentage of Sports viewers do you think are "Bandwagoners" - People who vote for whichever team is currently popular? Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:06:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1652753 Why is it okay for so many grown women to chase underage male singers (i.e. Jonas Bros), but if grown men were to chase around underage female singers, they would be labelled "pedophiles"? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1652652 Why is it okay for so many grown women to chase underage male singers (i.e. Jonas Bros), but if grown men were to chase around underage female singers, they would be labelled "pedophiles"? Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:05:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1652652 Do people really "love" dogs? If so, why destroy their genetic strengths and instincts with selective breeding, designed to turn them into cute but feeble pets with no chance for survival outside the home? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1647438 Do people really "love" dogs? If so, why destroy their genetic strengths and instincts with selective breeding, designed to turn them into cute but feeble pets with no chance for survival outside the home? Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:27:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1647438 Has there ever been a sex scandal [in America] involving a female governor or congresswoman? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1647148 Has there ever been a sex scandal [in America] involving a female governor or congresswoman? Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:19:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1647148 Are STDs given funny names, or are the names funny because they describe STDs? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1644759 Are STDs given funny names, or are the names funny because they describe STDs? Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:38:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1644759 Why is the website "www.God.com" a Christian website? When did they get the exclusive rights? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1635551 Why is the website "www.God.com" a Christian website? When did they get the exclusive rights? Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:58:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1635551 Are there any religions which believe that God(s) used to exist, but don't anymore? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1635543 Are there any religions which believe that God(s) used to exist, but don't anymore? Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:55:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1635543 What conceivable purpose does MTV have these days? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1635332 What conceivable purpose does MTV have these days? Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:53:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1635332 Are you happier when you are dreaming, because you get to be someone else? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1627894 Are you happier when you are dreaming, because you get to be someone else? Sat, 08 Aug 2009 22:16:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1627894 Why would one hold a marriage ceremony literally one-foot from a pool of water? Isn't that just asking for a disaster? (see video) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1626752 Why would one hold a marriage ceremony literally one-foot from a pool of water? Isn't that just asking for a disaster? (see video) Sat, 08 Aug 2009 09:04:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1626752 Why are most Chess players such elitist pricks? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1614234 Why are most Chess players such elitist pricks? Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:56:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1614234 Why do people try to claim individuals' accomplishments as their entire country's accomplishment? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1610190 Why do people try to claim individuals' accomplishments as their entire country's accomplishment? Fri, 31 Jul 2009 09:41:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1610190 Do you think one of the Harry Potter movies will break the all-time box office record set by Titanic? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1599558 Do you think one of the Harry Potter movies will break the all-time box office record set by Titanic? Sun, 26 Jul 2009 11:29:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1599558 Why do people scream when they see a dead body? Do they expect an aimless "AHHHH" to clarify or even fix the situation? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1598737 Why do people scream when they see a dead body? Do they expect an aimless "AHHHH" to clarify or even fix the situation? Sat, 25 Jul 2009 22:34:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1598737 If you are NOT a "people-person", are you basically limited to labouring jobs? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1598250 If you are NOT a "people-person", are you basically limited to labouring jobs? Sat, 25 Jul 2009 16:20:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1598250 Why do so many people think Overpopulation is impossible? It's a complete no-brainer, given the Earth's finite landspace... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1598235 Why do so many people think Overpopulation is impossible? It's a complete no-brainer, given the Earth's finite landspace... Sat, 25 Jul 2009 16:10:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1598235 Is the word "Antichrist" a compliment? That word gets thrown around by extremists so often, it's like a Rite of Passage for freethinkers... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1590940 Is the word "Antichrist" a compliment? That word gets thrown around by extremists so often, it's like a Rite of Passage for freethinkers... Wed, 22 Jul 2009 09:10:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1590940 Are the politics of the Western World entirely for show? Did you know that the nation of Bhutan actually measures quality of life through "Gross National Happiness"? Not a different world, just a more civilized one... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1585339 Are the politics of the Western World entirely for show? Did you know that the nation of Bhutan actually measures quality of life through "Gross National Happiness"? Not a different world, just a more civilized one... Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:16:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1585339 When you want to ask an embarassing question on AB, do you create a new user account? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1576964 When you want to ask an embarassing question on AB, do you create a new user account? Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:54:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1576964 How would you like it if your mother made a public request, asking for someone to help you lose your virginity? (see link) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1576058 How would you like it if your mother made a public request, asking for someone to help you lose your virginity? (see link) Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:57:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1576058 The Quran states that all people are born Muslim; Non-Muslims are those who have been led astray. Doesn't the discovery of feral children debunk this? (see links in my answer) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1574911 The Quran states that all people are born Muslim; Non-Muslims are those who have been led astray. Doesn't the discovery of feral children debunk this? (see links in my answer) Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:07:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1574911 Why do people mark historical figures' birthdays? Instead of the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr, why not mark the anniversary of the "I Have a Dream" speech? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1572650 Why do people mark historical figures' birthdays? Instead of the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr, why not mark the anniversary of the "I Have a Dream" speech? Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:22:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1572650 Why do so many parents name all of their children using the same first letter? They always think it's cute...they're usually the only ones to think so... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1572025 Why do so many parents name all of their children using the same first letter? They always think it's cute...they're usually the only ones to think so... Mon, 13 Jul 2009 09:17:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1572025 Why do people believe that their beliefs should be the final say on social issues? On issues like abortion, homosexuality, transsexualism...If you're not a doctor or biologist, why should we care what you believe? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1567423 Why do people believe that their beliefs should be the final say on social issues? On issues like abortion, homosexuality, transsexualism...If you're not a doctor or biologist, why should we care what you believe? Fri, 10 Jul 2009 19:35:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1567423 What's so bad about World Government? (I'm not advocating it, I'd just like to hear how you would respond) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1548200 What's so bad about World Government? (I'm not advocating it, I'd just like to hear how you would respond) Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:34:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1548200 Is "American Exceptionalism" any different from ethnocentrism? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1548172 Is "American Exceptionalism" any different from ethnocentrism? Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:11:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1548172 Do you think the 'left wing / right wing' political scale can apply to all people? Is it a Eurocentric way of thinking? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1548107 Do you think the 'left wing / right wing' political scale can apply to all people? Is it a Eurocentric way of thinking? Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:28:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1548107 Do you know of any prominent examples of anti-nationalism, coming from non-Marxists? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1548001 Do you know of any prominent examples of anti-nationalism, coming from non-Marxists? Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:30:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1548001 I think it is safe to assume that the people who say "I never lie" are full of it. Do you think this is wrong? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1545766 I think it is safe to assume that the people who say "I never lie" are full of it. Do you think this is wrong? Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:10:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1545766 Is it just me, or does Joseph Jackson (Michael Jackson's father) seem disturbingly carefree these days? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1545044 Is it just me, or does Joseph Jackson (Michael Jackson's father) seem disturbingly carefree these days? Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:31:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1545044 Wouldn't AB run so much quicker if people stopped posting so many frivolous comments like "OMG how are you I missed you so much <<<>>>!!!"? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1540638 Wouldn't AB run so much quicker if people stopped posting so many frivolous comments like "OMG how are you I missed you so much <<<>>>!!!"? Sat, 27 Jun 2009 15:53:34 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1540638 Why do we have Juries comprised of everyday citizens? What says "Justice" more than a bunch of unqualified schmos who don't even like Jury Duty? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1540575 Why do we have Juries comprised of everyday citizens? What says "Justice" more than a bunch of unqualified schmos who don't even like Jury Duty? Sat, 27 Jun 2009 15:08:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1540575 I'm sure I'll be attacked by the patriotism police for this, but...Why does modern American society basically engage in "Soldier Worship"? Respect is fine, but when you think it's evil even to question them - that's more like fanaticism http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1540563 I'm sure I'll be attacked by the patriotism police for this, but...Why does modern American society basically engage in "Soldier Worship"? Respect is fine, but when you think it's evil even to question them - that's more like fanaticism Sat, 27 Jun 2009 14:59:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1540563 Why are all scary movies today either (a) For kids, or (b) Full of sex? What happened to "just scary" movies without nudity, which all age groups could enjoy? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1522048 Why are all scary movies today either (a) For kids, or (b) Full of sex? What happened to "just scary" movies without nudity, which all age groups could enjoy? Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:44:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1522048 The CIA head said Dick Cheney almost "wishes" for America to be attacked again, just to prove his point that Obama is making the country less safe. What do you think of this statement - Justified? Off-base? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1515674 The CIA head said Dick Cheney almost "wishes" for America to be attacked again, just to prove his point that Obama is making the country less safe. What do you think of this statement - Justified? Off-base? Sun, 14 Jun 2009 18:01:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1515674 Why, for many decades, has the American government spent more per capita on the health care of prisoners than that of Native Americans in Reservations? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1515376 Why, for many decades, has the American government spent more per capita on the health care of prisoners than that of Native Americans in Reservations? Sun, 14 Jun 2009 15:27:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1515376 What will happen when the Cemetaries are all full? (if you think "that will never happen" - remember that land is finite) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1514752 What will happen when the Cemetaries are all full? (if you think "that will never happen" - remember that land is finite) Sun, 14 Jun 2009 08:49:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1514752 Why do nearly all mythologies have a God of War, but so few have a God of Peace? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1509227 Why do nearly all mythologies have a God of War, but so few have a God of Peace? Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:27:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1509227 Who are your favorite singers from the 60s and 70s? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1509203 Who are your favorite singers from the 60s and 70s? Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:08:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1509203 Does Hope make people irrational? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1508071 Does Hope make people irrational? Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:51:27 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1508071 Do battery-chargers really only work with batteries of the same brand, or is that just a marketing ploy? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1503328 Do battery-chargers really only work with batteries of the same brand, or is that just a marketing ploy? Mon, 08 Jun 2009 10:45:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1503328 A study suggests that men actually look at faces first, when seeing a sexy photograph, while women look straight at the "naughty parts". Surprised? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1501545 A study suggests that men actually look at faces first, when seeing a sexy photograph, while women look straight at the "naughty parts". Surprised? Sun, 07 Jun 2009 12:47:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1501545