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What are the most unique or creative resume/CV designs you have ever seen?
posted to Ask Metafilter by BradNelson
at 11:28 PM on July 19, 2008
(16 comments)
WFMU's Free Music Archive,
"an online digital library of music that will allow music fans, webcasters and podcasters to listen, download, and stream for free, with no restrictions, registration or fees. And it will all be legal." Still pre-launch, but there's already
quite a bit of music available on the site, including a
sampler CD.
posted to MetaFilter by cog_nate
at 6:56 AM on July 15, 2008
(18 comments)
The ancient web
is an online resource for students, teachers, and anyone interested in the cultures of the ancient world. With the Olympics fast approaching, here is an opportunity to learn more about the past 4500 years of
Chinese civilization. Or how the
Celtiberians would get drunk and eat raw meat before going to war. 24 ancient civilizations in all.
posted to MetaFilter by netbros
at 4:25 AM on July 16, 2008
(9 comments)
Is there a freely available program that will allow me to work on my Dad's PC in the UK, from my PC in Canada?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Frasermoo
at 4:37 AM on July 5, 2008
(14 comments)
Did a 'dream team' of biblical scholars mislead millions?
[Chronicle of Higher Education] You may recall the curfuffle over the gnostic "Gospel of Judas"
(previously). The National Geographic's documentary premiere "attracted four million viewers, making it the second-highest-rated program in the channel's history, behind only a documentary on September 11. . . . However, it's a perfect example, critics argue, of what can happen when commercial considerations are allowed to ride roughshod over careful research. What's more, the controversy has strained friendships in this small community of religion scholars — causing some on both sides of the argument to feel, in a word, betrayed."
posted to MetaFilter by spock
at 7:48 AM on June 30, 2008
(142 comments)
Great '90s grunge songs EXCLUDING Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, Smashing Pumpkins, STP, and early Radiohead?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Jaltcoh
at 7:18 AM on June 27, 2008
(89 comments)
I'm heading off to college in a few months and I'm absolutely overwhelmed by the myriad of point-and-shoot cameras on the market.
I ran through some pictures (well, actually many pictures) on Flickr to try and get a feel for what I was looking for, but some pictures are naturally more appealing than others and the quality is affected by various factors, so I ruled that method out as an objective option.
I'm pretty sure more megapixels isn't always more quality and that there are other factors to account for, such as noise and shutter speed, but I'm at a loss at what really matters in a digital camera.
I hope I don't sound completely uninformed, but I've scoured previous topics and while they're very helpful, they're a little outdated. I would really appreciate recommendations on a compact/ultracompact camera that takes pretty pictures! I'm willing to spend up to 300, but hopefully no more than that :)
Thoughts? Suggestions? Jeers? :(
posted to Ask Metafilter by tihleigh
at 11:48 PM on June 14, 2008
(27 comments)
So I decided to go to B-school. Plan on taking the GMAT and I am currently gathering books to use in my preparation. What do you suggest that I MUST have for my studies?
posted to Ask Metafilter by icollectpurses
at 10:42 PM on June 11, 2008
(3 comments)
Help me find some excellent summer dresses for everyday wear. Specifics inside.
posted to Ask Metafilter by robinpME
at 3:35 PM on June 11, 2008
(21 comments)
Has anyone ever visited Xilitla, Mexico? I am trying to plan a vacation specifically to enjoy Las Pozas, but I am finding the info on the web a bit scarce. I've pretty much read everything I could find on google including talking to the people at el Castillo, but I am looking for personal accounts and suggestions of how long to plan on staying, what else to do while I'm down there, and answers to questions I haven't thought to ask. I will be coming from Austin if that helps, and right now I am thinking about going round October/November. Thanks.
posted to Ask Metafilter by headless
at 6:00 PM on June 9, 2008
(1 comment)
What cheers you up?
posted to Ask Metafilter by HotPatatta
at 9:19 AM on May 27, 2008
(54 comments)
I'm an American living in the U.S. and searching for a job in the Netherlands (with the intention of moving there permanently). My chances for success are slim, I know. What can I do to improve them?
posted to Ask Metafilter by korres
at 8:07 AM on April 13, 2008
(16 comments)
What is the iconic (or just "your favorite") dead-tree product catalog (listing of merchandise for mail-order sale) for your hobby, industry, or trade?
posted to Ask Metafilter by cadastral
at 9:23 AM on April 1, 2008
(73 comments)
ParanoiaFilter: Is there a federal database listing every prescription drug each person in the US has been prescribed or has purchased? ABC News seems to think so.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Pastabagel
at 7:27 AM on April 19, 2007
(11 comments)
Looking for authors/forums/sources with scholarly discussion of the Tibet situation.
posted to Ask Metafilter by qxntpqbbbqxl
at 6:54 PM on April 8, 2008
(9 comments)
Help me understand US Treasury securities.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Flunkie
at 10:18 PM on April 4, 2008
(10 comments)
What is the best ebook library management software you mefites can recommend? I've googled about a bit and found some things that didn't look too promising or were not available on either of my platforms of choice. What I'd like is a total library management solution, similar to what iTunes or Amarok does for music. I have a Linux workstation as well as a Mac, so I would like suggestions for non-Windows tools only, unless the tool is so superior that it's worth the hassle getting it working with Wine or somesuch.
posted to Ask Metafilter by thedaniel
at 2:37 AM on April 2, 2008
(6 comments)
I need help people. I'm very interested in some research about antidepressants and about how they inhibit love and feelings. There are many articles about this online but I'm having trouble finding any corroborating evidence from other researchers (everything that I've found lists Dr. Helen Fisher of Rutgers as the source). I'm also interested in any research that disputes this, other than that from the drug companies themselves, obviously.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Brachiosaurus
at 8:56 PM on April 15, 2007
(9 comments)
What kinds of cool or unusual jobs might I be able to find that utilize foreign language skills?
posted to Ask Metafilter by bitterkitten
at 1:24 PM on March 25, 2008
(10 comments)
I am not stupid, but I know nearly nothing and will never change this fact. Help me accept this.
posted to Ask Metafilter by JokingClown
at 7:10 AM on November 28, 2006
(50 comments)
An Asian supermarket opened up right down the road from me. It's huge with lots of great produce and exotic seafood. Most of the labels are completely inscrutable. What do I buy?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Telf
at 12:42 PM on October 12, 2007
(45 comments)
The shadowy back alleys of MetaFilter...
posted to MetaTalk by carsonb
at 6:21 AM on January 12, 2008
(125 comments)
I'm looking for a great short educational cartoon about oil and petroleum that may or may not have been posted in the blue a long time ago, definitely elsewhere on the net. My extensive searching has uncovered nothing and someone else may simply remember the title. It was 50's cartoony, obviously biased in favor of the industry, but seemed scientifically accurate. Any clue?
posted to Ask Metafilter by BlackLeotardFront
at 3:54 PM on March 17, 2008
(7 comments)
How to use the iPod shuffle
posted to Ask Metafilter by yoyo_nyc
at 10:07 PM on March 16, 2008
(27 comments)
How do I make an easy to use media server? I'd like a nice, pretty interface that'll allow me to play any files on the back-end without having to do work on the front-end. Can Windows Media Center be run over a VPN? Is there one that more properly showcases new movies or television shows?
posted to Ask Metafilter by geoff.
at 11:01 AM on March 2, 2008
(6 comments)
Help me use game theory to better understand the seemingly irrational behavior at my workplace
posted to Ask Metafilter by brandnew
at 4:12 AM on January 30, 2008
(16 comments)
I have pretty much watched all of the videos on TED.com and I am looking for another source to waste time online - but at least feel smarter at the end.;) I am not looking so much for online classes/courses (MIT and other), but more "bit size" hour long or so talks/lectures. Thanks for your help!
posted to Ask Metafilter by aggienfo
at 10:17 PM on February 24, 2008
(24 comments)
I'm interested in getting an e-book reader. The only two readers that seem to have a following are the
Sony e-reader and the
Kindle. Problem is, I don't want to spend anywhere
near the price of those two. Is there anything you can recommend for a lot less money, say under $100 US?
posted to Ask Metafilter by zardoz
at 11:10 PM on February 23, 2008
(19 comments)
A couple months ago, I sold my old Sony Trinitron and gave up TV. It's been fantastic and I haven't really looked back.
But I *have* been missing watching movies on a screen bigger than my 15” laptop. I've also always wanted a bigger monitor for my laptop, so I can juggle more projects at once.
So I'm starting to look around for a large LCD monitor or sizable HDTV to serve these needs. I've had a couple co-workers at previous jobs tell me they use an LCD TV as a monitor and they swear by it for cost savings and multi-functionality.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jkl345
at 3:43 PM on February 18, 2008
(11 comments)
What is the most interesting* thing you can buy for $30-$50?
*(By my definition: non-consumable, long-lasting, functional.)
posted to Ask Metafilter by archagon
at 9:26 AM on May 18, 2007
(64 comments)
Please tell me a book you think everyone should read and why.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pasici
at 9:48 PM on July 20, 2006
(135 comments)
What single book is the best introduction to your field (or specialization within your field) for laypeople?
posted to Ask Metafilter by limon
at 5:40 PM on September 8, 2007
(239 comments)
Say you wanted to print a small chart of eternally and universally useful reference information on the back of your business card, so recipients would have a good incentive to carry it with them and refer to it often. What information would you choose?
posted to Ask Metafilter by mthomps00
at 12:34 PM on February 15, 2008
(39 comments)
What are some movies that have either
drastically changed the way you view the world or changed the way you live your life?
posted to Ask Metafilter by MaryDellamorte
at 5:09 PM on February 12, 2008
(150 comments)
I've been trying to learn more and more about sites where I can view great old TV classics, documentaries, and movies. And also not necessarily that old. I don't like all the YouTube type of "watch my hamster jump onto my sister's back" crap. And I'm sick of what's available from Comcast (although I have NOT subscribed to their extended service to see HBO shows, which I like very much).
posted to Ask Metafilter by yazi
at 1:24 PM on February 10, 2008
(20 comments)
Ok, Seriously. What is the best US cell phone plan/company/phone/method of doing business?
posted to Ask Metafilter by idledebonair
at 9:09 PM on February 8, 2008
(29 comments)
Can anyone point me to the study in which the main takeaway was, "Don't just read the text off of your powerpoint slides because it hurts audience comprehension"?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Gucky
at 11:33 AM on February 8, 2008
(12 comments)
What are countries to which a US citizen can easily immigrate/move?
posted to Ask Metafilter by fjardt
at 5:16 PM on February 6, 2008
(17 comments)
I wanna download TV to watch on my TV; where do I learn...
posted to Ask Metafilter by dpcoffin
at 10:28 AM on February 1, 2008
(16 comments)
What are the best weblogs?
posted to Ask Metafilter by logic vs love
at 12:42 PM on January 29, 2008
(33 comments)
I'm looking for examples of insanely overbuilt, reasonably-priced consumer goods: "Cheap, bombproof...XXXXX"
posted to Ask Metafilter by oalocke
at 9:27 AM on January 13, 2008
(96 comments)
