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What bag do I get for going back to grad school?
posted to Ask Metafilter by senseigmg
at 8:29 PM on July 22, 2008
(15 comments)
Can you recommend a statistics book which is appropriate for the stats required for basic bioscience / clinical research?
posted to Ask Metafilter by inbetweener
at 9:58 AM on July 19, 2008
(7 comments)
Scrabble anxiety
posted to Ask Metafilter by A189Nut
at 4:58 PM on July 20, 2008
(62 comments)
I just opened up my box of pork bellies (to cure my own bacon, duh) and discovered that the skin in still on. This wasn't mentioned in my recipe and I can't find any real info about it! Do I leave the skin on? Remove it? Remove it before it's been cured (wet-cure), before it's been cold-smoked, or before I eat it? I'm using the recipe from
this episode of Good Eats.
posted to Ask Metafilter by arcticwoman
at 4:20 PM on July 16, 2008
(22 comments)
Name that science-fiction story (yes, another one): I recall reading an SF short story in which everyone carries around a little gadget that always tells them what to do, which everyone willingly obeys, and without which everyone is helpless. I think the gadgets were called "little brother." The story probably dates back to the 50s or 60s (I read it in the 80s—this has nothing to do with Cory Doctorow's "Little Brother," which I have not read).
posted to Ask Metafilter by adamrice
at 9:27 AM on July 14, 2008
(14 comments)
I have spent years reading self-help books, productivity blogs, self-help productivity blogs. I’ve found some treasured information and they have probably helped me in more ways than I’m conscious of, but…
posted to Ask Metafilter by Anonymous
at 4:41 PM on July 14, 2008
(10 comments)
MeFi Gardeners: Save your Seeds!
posted to MetaTalk by Miko
at 5:52 AM on July 9, 2008
(41 comments)
The website of the Mefite who made science! themed tees and bags?
posted to MetaTalk by Ugh
at 7:05 PM on July 6, 2008
(14 comments)
Looking for a good place to buy a new, reasonably-priced couch in NYC.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Afroblanco
at 11:23 AM on July 1, 2008
(12 comments)
Are there any Jive and/or Swing clubs in NYC?
posted to Ask Metafilter by wildrain2008
at 9:35 PM on June 29, 2008
(6 comments)
Do you enjoy classic 2D platformers? Then boy, are you in luck! The
indie game community is thriving, and a good majority of its games are exactly that. I've spent many hours playing these unique, beautiful, and often exceptional projects, and there's quite a few - more than I can count on my fingers! - that could stand toe-to-toe with the finest contemporary games. Inside is a list of some of the greatest indie platformers, based on community recommendations and my own experience. Enjoy!
posted to MetaFilter by archagon
at 3:28 AM on June 24, 2008
(48 comments)
What do you wish you knew when you started working?
posted to Ask Metafilter by nuclear_soup
at 5:42 AM on June 26, 2008
(46 comments)
Give me your best camping hacks.
posted to Ask Metafilter by keith0718
at 2:24 AM on June 24, 2008
(43 comments)
I want to start scuba diving as a hobby. Where do I begin?
posted to Ask Metafilter by icollectpurses
at 9:15 AM on June 25, 2008
(12 comments)
The Staten Island Ferry is said to be "one of the best values in New York City" because it's free and offers great views of the city. What are other "best values" in NYC, including shopping, food, activities, and anything else that's surprisingly inexpensive.
posted to Ask Metafilter by HotPatatta
at 9:43 PM on June 23, 2008
(19 comments)
A website I was using has totally disappeared! What's happened to 100pushups.info, how can I get the crucial training programme back - or, can anyone recommend a substitute?
posted to Ask Metafilter by prentiz
at 3:16 PM on June 9, 2008
(5 comments)
Where is a good place to get a wet shave in New York City, preferably with a straight razor, (best if below Midtown)? Is this even legal in New York?
posted to Ask Metafilter by flummox
at 6:10 PM on May 30, 2008
(7 comments)
Cheapest Flight to Anywhere: I have a large flight credit on Continental Airlines that I need to use with in the next few months. I'd like to find the cheapest ticket for a same day departure/return so that I can get the remaining balance refunded. Is there somewhere I can find all Continental flights originating from Newark, NJ (EWR) over the next few months? Kayak.com is great but I have to know the destination to get the prices.
posted to Ask Metafilter by nivekraz
at 11:27 AM on May 27, 2008
(11 comments)
What are some good parameters to use when judging someone's intelligence on the fly?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Christ, what an asshole
at 12:14 PM on May 27, 2008
(36 comments)
We had a Google account which stored photos in Picasa web albums, and paid for extra storage. One day, the account simply disappeared. We contacted Google. They replied "Because our investigation was inconclusive, we can't provide you with access to this Google Account. ... we take privacy and security of our users very seriously. For this reason, we're unable to reveal any further information about the account you'd like to access." This is Kafka-esque. We can't figure out how to get any more information or help. Any idea what to do?
posted to Ask Metafilter by shivohum
at 7:35 PM on May 19, 2008
(4 comments)
A woman walks into a bar and asks the bartender for a double entendre, so he gave it to her.
Ba-dum dum.
What's green and has wheels? Grass. I lied about the wheels.
Ba-dum dum. A baby seal walks into a club.
(pause) Ba-dum dum. How many kids with ADD does it take to change a lightbulb? LET'S GO RIDE BIKES!
Ba-dum dum. A priest, a rabbi, and a minister walk into a bar. The bartender says, "What is this, some kind of joke?"
Ba-dum dum. Instant Rimshot. For all those times you need a big red Flash button that'll give you a well-timed rimshot.
(Jokes courtesy of Ask Mefi.)
posted to MetaFilter by WCityMike
at 7:10 PM on May 12, 2008
(250 comments)
I use
iTunes Alarm, or used it anyway...
I need help with getting rid of it and finding a replacement
posted to Ask Metafilter by Pants!
at 7:17 PM on May 11, 2008
(8 comments)
Good, healthy cat food - whats the real deal and not just fluff that I pay extra for?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Carialle
at 10:51 AM on May 8, 2008
(37 comments)
Where can I find statistics on the number of users for different instant messaging networks (aim, yahoo, google talk, icq, msn and so on) over time?
posted to Ask Metafilter by nolnar
at 9:03 AM on May 7, 2008
(1 comment)
Looking for particularly good prices online for running shoes, if such exist. Also, general advice on the subject, maybe.
posted to Ask Metafilter by 2or3whiskeysodas
at 6:22 AM on April 30, 2008
(12 comments)
Travelling +strangers is better than travelling alone right? Well, that's a dilemma my friend (I swear, it's a friend!) is in this summer as he has time off but none of his friends do. He would like to go to Europe but be a bit social about it. Everyone mentions
Contiki but I want to know if they might have any competitors that people feel are better. Do they?
posted to Ask Metafilter by skepticallypleased
at 12:54 PM on April 30, 2008
(15 comments)
ManBagFilter: Looking for recommendations for a canvas/nylon messenger bag which is functional, fashionable and wont blow the bank.
posted to Ask Metafilter by chrisbucks
at 11:40 PM on April 16, 2008
(21 comments)
Moving to Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky: help me find what I like!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Rykey
at 2:56 PM on April 13, 2008
(8 comments)
Where is your favorite NYC spot to clear your mind?
posted to Ask Metafilter by missjamielynn
at 2:56 PM on April 8, 2008
(34 comments)
What are the major food/wine/restaurant email subscription services in NYC?
posted to Ask Metafilter by geoffbart
at 11:28 AM on April 9, 2008
(1 comment)
What are the most incredible, maybe slightly offbeat, places in New York City to hang out? Stunning rooftop bars, strange nighttime museums, secret gardens, bizarre burlesques, etc. and more all welcome. Alcohol availability a plus.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Malad
at 11:01 AM on April 10, 2008
(17 comments)
Where can I go to escape for a few hours in the Bay Area? I'm searching for Secret spots in the Bay Area. (If you're willing to share)
posted to Ask Metafilter by JimmyJames
at 12:15 PM on April 10, 2008
(23 comments)
Can someone identify a British (I assume) musical comedy bit from the 1960s or 1970s that's nothing more than a several minutes-long introduction of the members of the most bizarre band in the world?
posted to Ask Metafilter by CommonSense
at 12:20 PM on April 10, 2008
(5 comments)
What to get a geeky male for his 21st birthday?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Carillon
at 9:46 PM on April 9, 2008
(21 comments)
Authoritative guide on manners, etiquette, and all that good stuff?
posted to Ask Metafilter by detune
at 9:32 AM on April 1, 2008
(13 comments)
I have decided to spend my (non-hypothetical) vacation backpacking alone for the week, in the mid-atlantic or northeastern US. However, I am not sure where is best for me to do this, as I have a number of minor concerns and have not done extended backpack travel on a schedule like this -- at least not as a civilian.
Specific concerns follow, and overlap somewhat, so apologies for that.
posted to Ask Metafilter by John Kenneth Fisher
at 10:05 AM on April 3, 2008
(12 comments)
What are some good sci-fi stories (both short and full-length) that explore the idea of
singularity?
posted to Ask Metafilter by pedmands
at 8:57 PM on March 30, 2008
(37 comments)
I want to digitise my paperwork! What is the best scanner/scanning program for this?
posted to Ask Metafilter by edbyford
at 11:25 AM on April 7, 2008
(7 comments)
Trail running shoes on concrete?
posted to Ask Metafilter by devilsbrigade
at 4:43 PM on April 7, 2008
(8 comments)
I have just uploaded my very long Amazon wish list into librarything (neat!). I would like to see if these books are available at the Mid-Manhattan library. I know I can search for them one by one in Leo (the NYPL search engine). Is there a more efficient way for me to do this?
posted to Ask Metafilter by prefpara
at 7:42 AM on April 7, 2008
(5 comments)
Fill in the blank:
"The secret of great meatloaf is ___________."
posted to Ask Metafilter by RavinDave
at 11:33 AM on April 1, 2008
(73 comments)
How do you ignore someone's attitude instead of letting it bring you down? How do you handle living with someone who can be really negative a lot of the time?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Anonymous
at 5:54 PM on April 1, 2008
(17 comments)
Looking for a simple routine to build upper body strength without weights.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rachelpapers
at 7:06 AM on April 2, 2008
(24 comments)
[englandfilter] what's so cool about cricket?
posted to Ask Metafilter by krautland
at 12:21 PM on April 2, 2008
(35 comments)
I'm thinking of hiring a college student or recent grad for some professional-level work. How do I screen applicants, and how do I make sure I get the best results when we're working together?
posted to Ask Metafilter by PatoPata
at 2:33 PM on April 2, 2008
(9 comments)
Has anyone used an automated tool for moving (to a new house) - for example, like the Move Planner at moving.com? Your experience?
posted to Ask Metafilter by WestCoaster
at 2:48 PM on April 2, 2008
Looking for good crossword puzzle books. I enjoy the Boston Globe puzzles online (alas, no Sundays unless I subscribe) and usually get a kick out of the themed puzzles in the print edition of The Onion.
posted to Ask Metafilter by horseblind
at 11:31 AM on April 4, 2008
(10 comments)
