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    Taking a break -- how do I delete BARF account?

    So, I am subscribed to too many forums and I want to cut ties with all of them; BARF no exception. How do I do it? Who should I talk to? Thanks!
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    RIP sick days

    Now corporations can track your sick-day activity to make sure that you're really sick. The article says it all... http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2010/12/06/BUK81GLNK1.DTL
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    U.S. vets are to be deported

    http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/world/2010/10/11/romo.vietnam.vets.deport.cnn?hpt=C2 http://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/25107233/detail.html Two brothers came to the United States many years ago when they were kids. They served in the armed forces, did tours in Vietnam and now when they are...
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    What is the best floor underlayment?

    Hi folks, Can you take me to school on floor underlayments? My building requires something that is equal to or better than Tarkett Quiet Cor in terms of sound proofing ability. I do not have Tarkett's specs on me -- a part of the problem -- and if you're in the field of floor installations...
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    VA and Prudentials Screw Veterans

    Bloomberg reports: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs failed to inform 6 million soldiers and their families of an agreement enabling Prudential Financial Inc. to withhold lump-sum payments of life insurance benefits for survivors of fallen service members, according to records made public...
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    Am I the only one who can't stand Jersey shows?

    Okay, I have to ask this: Does anybody else hate the shows to the point of no return? For example, I cannot be in the room if any of the Jersey related reality shit is on TV. I have to tell my wife that if she wants to have a meaningful conversation in the living room, the shows must not only...
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    How to track a browser w/o cookies

    https://panopticlick.eff.org/ Check this site out and then read the study. Sites can track you even if you do not enable cookies. I got better results with Tor and Privoxy. Does anybody know how to disable screen resolution detection?
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    Cops can place a GPS on your car without a warrant

    From http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/08/27/oregon.gps.surveillance/index.html Law enforcement officers may secretly place a GPS device on a person's car without seeking a warrant from a judge, according to a recent federal appeals court ruling in California.
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    Most religious states in the Union

    http://www.mainstreet.com/slideshow/lifestyle/most-religious-states-america We are #9 on the top non-religious list. Amen! Or amen?
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    Of Sleeve Tattoos

    Howdy folks, So what's your take on sleeve tattoos? If you use typical lingo, then I am a "white collar" professional working IT in a role that has high exposure to clients. Basically, I meet with many decision makers and my daily grind consists of on site meetings, dinners, lunches, and...
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    Two journalists get banned for life for performing a legal activity

    Terrorism! Terrorism! Terrorism! 9/11! 9/11! 9/11! And god bless America! Two photo journalists get banned from Miami-Dade metro for life for taking pictures and videos. The greatest irony? They did not break any laws :)
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    Need to find my cat Masha

    Update: Help is no longer required... Masha was found dead in front of the apartment building and animal control picked her up. I am still not sure why nobody called us because all our information was in the chip... R.I.P. Masha. Masha - we will not forget you. First fucking time I cried...
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    How many of you have earthquake insurance?

    Just checked my premiums and I can get home owners insurance + earthquake coverage for $1,200 year. I am thinking this is a small price to pay for something that can clearly affect my family. What's your take?
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    Body scaners coming to San Jose and Oakland airports

    Dear sheep, you wanted more security you got it. Now for the love of sweet breakfast please surrender your 2nd Amendment and then we'll do the rest. At least these monstrosities are optional. I guess I'll go through pat downs from now on :)
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    Who pays for wedding anniversaries?

    Rumor has it, my in-laws expect my wife and I to bankroll their wedding anniversary party this year just because they have done the same things for their in-laws. Apparently the fact that we just bought a condo in one of the most expensive places in the U.S. tells our relatives that we are rich...
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    Declaration of Homestead

    Can somebody explain to me the concept of declaration of homestead? As far as I understand it protects your property from creditors that are not tied into your mortgage or home loans. For example, if a party sues me for millions of dollars that I do not have and my home is to be taken away from...
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    Moving to South Bay, what are my ISP choices?

    I would like to get something that does not discriminate against Skype, BitTorrent, etc.
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    $200 - Brand new Timbuk2 bag (custom made)

    Hi guys, I just got this bag today and it is a bit too large for my needs. This is the custom made edition (handmade in San Francisco) and I cannot return it. It is blue on both sides (premium lightweight material) with a reflective strip in the middle. The pictures attached to the thread...
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    Several questions about flooring and floors

    Hi guys, I jumped into real estate and hopefully I will be an owner of a brand new condo. The standard carpeting that came with the condo is total crap and I would like to replace it with a combination of flooring materials as follows: - Slate in the doorway - Hardwood floors in the hallway...
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    Zero Motorcycles

    Hi guys, Has anybody checked out Zero Motorcycles? Sounds like a pretty darn good concept to me. Plenty of torque for city hopping, 4 hours to re-charge. And no shifting gears :)
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