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It's now called Nopeamine.

Nope. Not getting any. I didn't get any for my new thread.

I like your last post, Jon.

It took me a long time to get used to Janeway. Then once I had, she became a favourite. And I know you aren't a misogynist. You just occasionally need a bit of a talking to ;)

Picard. And Janeway. And I like the new Kirk.

Yes - but I think it had the effect of highlighting the issue. Kind of the way reverse psychology works.

Well, of course, Star Trek was right out there in terms of diversity. Cast, stories, objectives, 'that kiss'. Good stuff.

All valid points, Doc - but I think there are more than one set of circumstances which lead to absentee fathers. Just by very dint of the fact that women are the ones that actually grow and produce humans, they are left literally holding the baby - and become the focal point for all that is...

There is a lot of research about the positive effects of owning a pet on mental (and physical) well-being. Do you own any pets, and if so, what are they - and why did you choose that pet? Do you find that your pet provides comfort? Feel free to post pet pics!

Actually, Jon, the reason that Pakistan is 98% Muslim is due to the partition of India in 1947. The partition displaced over 14 million people along religious lines with Muslims going to Pakistan and Hindus remaining in India. It created an overwhelming refugee crisis in the newly constituted...

Slightly off-topic, but in response to Doc, I think many people have their pet charities to support. For some it's kids charities, for others it's wildlife etc. My pet charity is Hearing Dogs for the Deaf as I have two close friends (not related) who are both Deaf and have hearing dogs, so I see...

I can die happy now. Actually, I'm going to put that on your headstone.

My work here is done.

Jon, sic usually goes in square brackets, thus: [sic]

[Jon: you are correct]

I have a lot of thoughts on this - but I want some time to present them in a logical and cohesive manner as it is such an emotive subject. Watch this space.

Agree with Doc - but it feels like it scales. Killing someone is evil. Killings millions is worse. I think it's also about how we use the word - we describe something or someone as evil when we can find no redeeming or positive qualities.

Insane_AI's post has also made me reflect on the linguistic differences between our countries. In the States, it's acceptable to say 'people of colour'. Over here that is absolutely not the term to use. So, when I say 'black' I am hoping that our American friends understand that is the correct...

Define what you mean by white privilege.

The difference in that scenario, Jon, is that I'd have prior knowledge of that person - and therefore evidence with which to make up my own mind. If I hated him because he'd tortured me, then I could be forgiven for not wanting to be courteous. If I hated him because he's black - that makes me...