Who are some people you feel bad for, who few or none others seem to?

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Jean-Marie Valheur, as fascinated with humans as Steve Irwin was with crocodiles • Answered January 4

The North Koreans being absolutely slaughtered in Russia's Kursk region as we speak. Imagine, if you will, for just a moment, being born in North Korea. Your whole life you...

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As a fast food employee, how do you know if a customer is lying to get free food?

Jose Ibarra, former Crew at McDonald's (2017-2020) • Updated March 10, 2020

At McDonalds, the customers that try to get free food usually go with the deaf or "sick" strategy.

I was working on the cash register one morning and this guy comes in, and ...

Why are Americans so afraid of an amendment that allows more than two terms, despite that it's a very normal worldwide practice?

Mats Andersson, Visited 18 US states • Answered January 26

It's a very normal practice for positions where it's easy to get rid of the incumbent.

A Prime Minister, for instance, can almost always be replaced not only by the voters, ...

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Can you give examples of roles that celebrities have turned down, which ended up being great movies or roles for someone else?

Corey Collins • Answered November 26

Two roles immediately come to mind with the same actor. And these poor career decisions would continue, and ultimately take their toll on his career. Turning a once big mov...

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Is it legal to sell a house and then take the appliances (washer and dryer, fridge, etc.) with you when you move?

Jay H. Link, Real Estate Broker and Investor (1988-present) • Answered April 22, 2020

Sure it is. Appliances that plug into an outlet are not considered fixtures and can be removed by the seller. This includes most slide in range and oven combinations. Most ...

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In lieu of Brian Thompson's murder, do those in power rethink the citizens' healthcare?

Colin Riegels, admitted as a lawyer in five countries • Answered December 8

I personally doubt it. Brian Thompson's murder made headline news because it was so brazen, and because it foments public intrigue with a "whodunnit" man hunt.

But in realit...

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Is a 10-year-old computer too old?

Viktor T. Toth, IT pro, part-time physicist -- patreon.com/vttoth • Updated January 26

Not anymore. As many have reported before, Moore's Law seems to be, well, if not dead as a doorknob, then in a severe state of dying.

I am typing this on a computer that is ...

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Parents, what is something a teacher told you about your kid that made you so upset, not at your kid, but at the teacher or school?

Cody Bolt, former Semi-professional Stroke Survivor. • Updated April 29, 2021

My son had ADHD and speech issues when he was young. When he was in the fifth grade, my wife and I went to his school for a conference about discontinuing his speech therap...

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What should I never eat after 50?

Jarin Muntaha, Strategist Creator • Answered January 24

While dietary needs vary depending on individual health conditions, here are some general guidelines for foods you may want to avoid or limit to maintain good health after ...

What creates a virus or have all virus always been?

Silk Road - The Second Act, Have read 10,000+ books. • Answered November 7

Viruses developed at the same time as the first cells, some 3.5 billion years ago.

Essentially, they are zombie molecules existing in an odd gray area between live and dead.

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If you saw a USB stick lying on the parking lot floor at work, would you pick it up and stick it into your computer to see whom it belongs to?

Sam Tuohey, former CIO (1995-2011) • Answered December 15

I was CIO for a credit union in the 2000s. In early 2005, an employee found a USB stick one morning in the parking lot. She brought it to me, and I thanked her.

We had a wor...