All categories - 14 August 2007

Aside from a spouse or partner has anyone really impacted your life and motivated you to do something or move in a different direction?

2007-08-14 11:22:29 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philosophy

From the Financial Times:

"LEARN FROM THE FALL OF ROME, US WARNED"

The US government is on a ‘burning platform’ of unsustainable policies and practices with fiscal deficits, chronic healthcare underfunding, immigration and overseas military commitments threatening a crisis if action is not taken soon, the country’s top government inspector has warned.

David Walker, comptroller general of the US, issued the unusually downbeat assessment of his country’s future in a report that lays out what he called “chilling long-term simulations”.

These include “dramatic” tax rises, slashed government services and the large-scale dumping by foreign governments of holdings of US debt.

Drawing parallels with the end of the Roman empire, Mr Walker warned there were “striking similarities” between America’s current situation and the factors that brought down Rome, including “declining moral values and political civility at home, an over-confident and over-extended military in foreign lands and fiscal irresponsibility by the central government”. ...


... “Our very prosperity is placing greater demands on our physical infrastructure. Billions of dollars will be needed to modernise everything from highways and airports to water and sewage systems. The recent bridge collapse in Minneapolis was a sobering wake-up call.”

Mr Walker said he would offer to brief the would-be presidential candidates next spring.

“They need to make fiscal responsibility and inter-generational equity one of their top priorities. If they do, I think we have a chance to turn this around but if they don’t, I think the risk of a serious crisis rises considerably”. "

2007-08-14 11:22:26 · 21 answers · asked by Sangria 4 in Other - Politics & Government

I want to know if there is such ting as a portable tv that u can watch espn and mtv and stuff like that all over the world. If there is please tell me where.

2007-08-14 11:22:16 · 5 answers · asked by baseball 2 in TVs

i get weird rumbling sounds in my body sometimes and they sound like they are farts. but they come from above my bum and in the lower back. on both sides. they aren't painful in any way but they just concern me. i've had them for quite a while now. do you know what this is?

2007-08-14 11:22:14 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pain & Pain Management

My mom and I sat down and came up with this centerpiece today as an option for my upcoming October wedding. It is a "funkin" (fake pumpkin) with leaves carved into it, a fake flower floral arrangement at the top, heart jewels dangling in the center of each cut out leaf and a fake flickering candle at the bottom. Please check out the pictures and give me any comments or suggestions! They are much appreciated :)

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2007-08-14 11:22:04 · 22 answers · asked by truelovernr1122 3 in Weddings

No prejudice here, but do you think a Female or an African American will become President first?

2007-08-14 11:22:02 · 4 answers · asked by twiztid_ditzwit 2 in Politics

would it be safe to define a circle as a regular polygon with an infinite amount of sides?

2007-08-14 11:21:56 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mathematics

I have decided to stop drinking soda in order to help lose more weight.

Does anyone here have a success story about stopping drinking soda, any positive effects, or know anyone that does?

Thanks.

2007-08-14 11:21:46 · 6 answers · asked by nintyfb01 2 in Diet & Fitness

We just adopted two kittens, they are siblings and boy and a girl. The girl is a light grey tabby and the male is black and white. I am open to anything, but want something that "goes together"

2007-08-14 11:21:33 · 24 answers · asked by deb M 1 in Cats

2007-08-14 11:21:20 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

I know that this is "Monday night quarterbacking," and is therefore a bit unfair to Pres. Bush because he did not know the future, the advantage that we have now with 20/20 hindsight. But so many people seem to strongly believe that the president has blundered every step of the way, and seems to think that they could have done a much better job.

Take the top issues which appeared in these last eight years, including a failing economy, 9/11/01, Al Qaida taking refuge in Afghanistan, Iraq/Iran/N. Korea challenges, New Orlean's hurricane disaster, social security failure in progress, and domestic security issues, to name a few. You don't have to justify yourself, but just briefly describe how you would have resolved these very challenging issues and how much better off the USA would have been with your solutions.

2007-08-14 11:21:11 · 4 answers · asked by Andy 4 in Politics

credit card

2007-08-14 11:21:07 · 15 answers · asked by manybagolike 4 in Other - Business & Finance

With the board buzzing like mad tonight, I can see exactly why I've only had 3 answers. Plus most of my contacts would have probably missed it too, so I'm linking my last question onto this, so I've got more hope of people seeing it and answering.

Here it is:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AoZyLrnAkGCqipCUg2Zul.7sy6IX?qid=20070814124536AAfUtvW

Thanks for the answers I've had already. I hope the rest of you get this one.

2007-08-14 11:21:06 · 4 answers · asked by ? 5 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-08-14 11:21:04 · 9 answers · asked by eldude 5 in Politics

2007-08-14 11:21:03 · 50 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Beauty & Style

Ok it's has been a 10 months since I found out about my husbands infedelity. since then I have him under lock and key he check in with me at all times. He comes over to my work at lunch he comes by after work and then we drive home together. I give him no time to himself. I don't know for how much longer he will do this. I am scared that he is going to snap at any time. Has anyone ever done this before and what was the out come? I forgave him for the affair but you I am working on gaining his trust. we are also going through counceling. No smart answers please.

2007-08-14 11:20:58 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Singles & Dating

We are so screwed up right now

2007-08-14 11:20:56 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Politics & Government

I bet Hillary's gonna love it when he steps up.

2007-08-14 11:20:51 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

Does anyone know any popular (or later popular) band that played at this venue crica. 1962-64?
My Gran used to go there with her friends, and most other girls were screaming at this band or person, yet she doesnt know who they were!
It mgiht have been beatles, Rolling Stones etc... I really dont know, If theres a website you could direct me to also, that would be great.
Thanks
Tom

2007-08-14 11:20:50 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Theater & Acting

I purchased a fisher paykel refrigerator and it does not cool properly. It goes all the way to 50 degrees at times. I have set the temperature to the coldest setting and makes no difference. The dealer brought me another one and it is the same thing. Does anyone have consumer complaints or reports on this refrigerator?

2007-08-14 11:20:46 · 2 answers · asked by melodi1 6 in Maintenance & Repairs

"pleasuring" yourself?


I was 15.

2007-08-14 11:20:25 · 21 answers · asked by EmilyJune 5 in Polls & Surveys

I need to know where I can find a used trailer hitch for a 1998 full size Dodge Ram Van 1500? It needs to carry at least 10,000 LBS.

2007-08-14 11:20:21 · 4 answers · asked by thetallguy_68 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-08-14 11:20:18 · 9 answers · asked by tenor 1 in Baseball

I have a paddletail newt in a 10 gallon tank, and I was wondering if it would be ok to add a black mysterious snail in with him?

2007-08-14 11:20:08 · 1 answers · asked by HI 2 in Fish

How can I tell if a guy really likes me or if he is just playing games and trying to sleep with me? Would a guy lie and tell people he slept with me if he had a genuine interest in me? I'm so confused...Please help!

2007-08-14 11:20:00 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Family & Relationships

I'm living in an apartment and want a medium sized -small sized dog, not too small... + does anyone know if maltipoos bark a lot?

2007-08-14 11:19:54 · 8 answers · asked by bananabread 2 in Dogs

have anyone tried any purina dog food products ?like puppy chow or dog chow from the purina company ? if you did was it good for your puppy and is it still good for your dog ? ,what other dog food do you suggest buying from the market ? ,i want the best qualities plz,thanks

2007-08-14 11:19:52 · 15 answers · asked by the L eagle 5 in Dogs

2007-08-14 11:19:49 · 54 answers · asked by Modernday_Aphrodite 5 in Polls & Surveys

i want to tone round my belly and hips without losing my boobs or bum.... i also want to lose weight from my legs and face..... plus i have really bad skin ( spots)! can anyone help me and give me some advise on doing these things?!?!?!

many thanks

2007-08-14 11:19:48 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

only once a day! at bedtime that way he sleeps better! he is eating a whole 6oz bottle(every 3-4 hours)! i think he is eatting to much and i am worried he is gonna get overweight..i heard it was okay to just add a little at bedtime like a tsp!

2007-08-14 11:19:48 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby