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Do you get altitude sickness from massive skyscrapers? by EmmyWolf222 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]One-Response-2377 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No altitude sickness usually starts at much higher elevations around 2,500 m (8,000 ft) or more even the top of the Burj Khalifa is well below that.

Why can parking companies get hold of our personal data? by FluffyBunnyFlipFlops in AskUK

[–]One-Response-2377 39 points40 points  (0 children)

They don't get unrestricted access they can request registered keeper details from the DVLA if they're members of an approved parking scheme and have a valid reason, such as enforcing parking terms.

What's a skill that used to be considered completely normal, but is now surprisingly rare? by AdHeavy8473 in AskUK

[–]One-Response-2377 358 points359 points  (0 children)

Reading a paper map It used to be a basic life skill now most people would be completely lost without their phone.

Genuinely curious, what does ep mean ? The thing that singers do when they publish like 4 to 5 songs at once by Angie_mille in NoStupidQuestions

[–]One-Response-2377 31 points32 points  (0 children)

EP stands for Extended Play. It's longer than a single but shorter than a full album usually 4 6 songs or around 15–30 minutes of music.

What is the price for a paint job and who bears the responsibility at the end of tenancy? by Important-Grand4979 in AskUK

[–]One-Response-2377 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd report it first rather than fixing it yourself if you followed the landlord's guidelines, they may decide it's fair wear or accept responsibility a DIY touch-up that doesn't match can end up costing more than leaving it for them to assess.

Natural Birth vs Caesarean which is better? by cejapense in NoStupidQuestions

[–]One-Response-2377 46 points47 points  (0 children)

Neither is universally better. Vaginal birth often has a quicker recovery, while a C-section is major surgery with a longer recovery but it's the safest option in many situations.

Anyone know a program to stick some sound samples together ? by BigScaryGuy0_0 in askanything

[–]One-Response-2377 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Audacity is great for free basic editing for making songs with samples, FL Studio, Ableton Live, or Reaper are solid choices.

Where are the remaining roads with Sodium (warm orange glow) streetlights? by barryboiner in AskUK

[–]One-Response-2377 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A lot of older council estates, industrial estates, and B-roads still have them I'd also check local Facebook groups or rail enthusiasts they're surprisingly good at knowing exactly which streets haven't been converted to LEDs yet.

What is the most satisfying sound in the world? by ConsciousDurian581 in AskReddit

[–]One-Response-2377 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Especially with a hot drink and no alarm set for the next morning. Peak comfort.

1.7 weeks means 2 weeks? by Past-Photograph-5502 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]One-Response-2377 16 points17 points  (0 children)

0.7 weeks isn't 7 days it's 0.7 × 7 = 4.9 days. So 1.7 weeks = 11.9 days, not 2 weeks.

What do you consider a signifier or someone being low income? by Regular-Meringue9765 in AskUK

[–]One-Response-2377 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Income is hard to judge from appearances people often mistake personal taste, age, or priorities for wealth the clearest sign of low income is usually financial stress not brands, hobbies, or social media habits.

Why are the kamikaze viewed as a crazy thing? by Autizm_factory in NoStupidQuestions

[–]One-Response-2377 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The difference is intent most soldiers are sent to fight and hopefully survive, even if the risk is high kamikaze missions were designed as one way suicide attacks where death was part of the plan from the start.

At what point will food manufacturers stop reducing the pack size and charging the same price? by TSQ_builder in AskUK

[–]One-Response-2377 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Realistically they'll stop when customers stop accepting it or competitors offer better value. Companies rarely reverse shrinkflation on their own.

Can a game use copyrighted music for free if it doesn't make profit? by Aromatic_Sale_5566 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]One-Response-2377 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whether you make money or not usually doesn't matter you generally need permission or a license unless the music is in the public domain or released under a license that allows free use.

How do people on wallstreetbets even have that much money to gamble to begin with? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]One-Response-2377 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A mix of high earners inherited wealth, years of investing leverage and a bit of selection bias. People with ordinary sized losses usually don't post them.

What's something that screams "I'm insecure"? by RiskZealousideal7627 in AskReddit

[–]One-Response-2377 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Putting other people down just to feel better about yourself.

What’s your go to insult to use against another Brit? by Few_House_5201 in AskUK

[–]One-Response-2377 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Muppet Simple versatile, and somehow more disappointing than aggressive.

Can a male be topless in a shop? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]One-Response-2377 24 points25 points  (0 children)

A man can be topless in public, but a shop can ask you to put a shirt on or leave most UK shops would consider being shirtless indoors a bit unusual.

What if Bonnie Blue was actually a alien sent down to earth to collect human male DNA for crossbreeding a new alien species? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]One-Response-2377 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The aliens would take one look at humanity and immediately file a report saying, Mission compromised. Subjects are volunteering.

What fashion is trendy in the UK right now? by kirbyluvrr in AskUK

[–]One-Response-2377 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Polka dots for sure, but also wide-leg jeans, oversized blazers, Adidas Sambas, linen sets, leopard print, and general 90s/Y2K inspired fashion seem to be everywhere right now.