How do tranquilizer darts work? - Straight Dope
Jan 16, 2013 · How do tranquilizer darts work? Specifically, how does the tranquilizing fluid get injected into the animal?
What is extremely common in TV or movies but almost never …
In comedies, laxatives work instantly. Just like tranquilizer darts. Tranquilizer darts shot from air guns is a thing, but to sedate animals, not people. I did a bit of googling to see how quickly …
Poisoned Dart Blow-Gun: Effective (Real?) Weapon or Hollywood …
Oct 17, 2008 · A recent episode of Mythbusters involved shooting a victim with a poisoned dart from a blow gun. In Hollywood depictions of the blowgun weapon that I’ve seen, the victim is …
Why don't police use tranquilizers in their guns instead of bullets ...
Jun 27, 2005 · The problem would be in part that some people may have fatal reactions to any type of tranquilizer used. Additionally, certain medications, drugs, or alcohol use could also …
In the U.S., when do attacks on another country become a "war" …
Jan 3, 2026 · What would congress do? If there was an armed conflict (“hostilities” in war powers lingo) and the President failed to comply with the war powers resolution, that would be a …
The ICE shooting in Minneapolis (1/7/2026) - Straight Dope
5 days ago · The case is being handled by this compromised FBI, headed by incompetent, lying, sycophantic Kash Patel. The shooter will never face any charges. The last sentence is correct …
What is this … thing (probably has something to do with livestock)?
Jan 6, 2026 · What is this? There are a few for sale on the side of the road on my way to and from work (Salem, Missouri, USA). I imagine it has some agricultural purpose, as lots of folks …
The ICE shooting in Minneapolis (1/7/2026) - Straight Dope
6 days ago · By the way (, All,) I think it’s worth citing this law. It’s hugely important to each of us making determinations of right and wrong in a case like this one. We can talk all day long …
Let's talk infant & toddler brains, "Tummy Time", colors and the ...
5 days ago · We’ve had quite a few friends and family have babies in the last few years. Most, if not all have deployed some form of the Tummy Time routine. I do buy into the idea of this, and …
2026 Batsh*ttery Bingo - Politics & Elections - Straight Dope
Jan 1, 2026 · You do not need to sign on to BlueSky to see it. Enjoy!