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Hi, I think it would be better to specify that the dish in Italy (of course not the American version with the chicken inside, etc.) is called "pasta al burro", and of course to not confuse people I would avoid writing it in the first lines; also because in the sentence "In Italy, meanwhile, fettuccine al burro is generally considered home cooking." the page refers to pasta al burro without explaining anything. JacktheBrown (talk) 11:58, 16 April 2024 (UTC)

I have added new information, decide what to do with what I have added, but please don't delete everything; it's necessary to specify that in Italy it has another name, and that Italy follows the original recipe and not the US one. JacktheBrown (talk) 12:19, 16 April 2024 (UTC)

Solved. JacktheBrown (talk) 17:17, 18 April 2024 (UTC)

The deep flaw in your thinking here, JackkBrown, is that there is no single "US recipe" for Fettucine Alfredo or any other Italian-American dish, or any dish in any other cuisine. American home cooks and American restaurant chefs are perfectly free to follow the most traditional Italian recipe if they want, using pasta imported from Italy, using the highest quality imported Parmigiano Reggiano, and even use butter imported from Italy, which costs roughly three times what American butter costs. They are also perfectly free to make the dish using the cheapest mass produced American pasta, Kraft brand parmesan, and the lowest priced American butter. They are also free to add some American cream or what we call "half and half". They are also free to top the dish with an optional piece of grilled chicken breast if they want. There is no official recipe. Those are free choices that free people make, and all variations of the dish are actually Italian-American Fettucine Alfredo, despite what you individually feel about the matter. We go by what reliable sources say, not by the idiosyncratic opinions of anonymous editors who hate Italian-American cuisine. Hundreds of millions of Americans love Italian-American cuisine, and very, very few of them care in the slightest what Italian culinary snobs think about the Italian-American dishes that they love. In addition, Americans would not think about criticizing how Italians choose to prepare hamburgers, hot dogs or barbecue. Why are some Italians so vehement about criticizing Italian-American cuisine, which is incredibly varied? Those who do not like it are free to not eat it. Cullen328 (talk) 02:18, 18 April 2024 (UTC)

@Cullen328: yes, being an encyclopaedia, there is no "better" or "worse"; however, objectively, in terms of quality (excellent quality), Italian cuisine (very very different from the "Italian" foods and drinks of the United States) is, deservedly, considered the best in the world, or at least one of the best^[1] (P.S.: Greek cuisine is delicious; I also love Mexican cuisine). JacktheBrown (talk) 01:44, 17 May 2024 (UTC)

Hear, hear! -- Deepfriedokra (talk) 02:22, 18 April 2024 (UTC)

"cheapest mass produced American pasta, Kraft brand parmesan, and the lowest priced American butter."-- that me. -- Deepfriedokra (talk) 02:24, 18 April 2024 (UTC)

Deepfriedokra, thank you, but perhaps you ought to strive for something better. On the other hand, I do not like paying more for unsalted butter. I bought ghee once for a special dish. Cullen328 (talk) 02:49, 18 April 2024 (UTC)

Aw, gee. never had it. -- Deepfriedokra (talk) 04:51, 18 April 2024 (UTC)

اوزان اجزاء السلاح --اكرم حمزه (talk) 20:21, 17 May 2024 (UTC)

اكرم حمزه, this is the English Wikipedia. Please ask your question in English. Cullen328 (talk) 22:10, 17 May 2024 (UTC)

dear admin, @Cullen328. In the Ahir article it is said that Ahirs adopted the name Yadav from the 19th to the 20th century, which is absolutely wrong. The 1881 census of the British Empire stated that the Yadavas were identified with the Ahirs.[] So how can Ahirs from the 19th or 20th century adopt the name Yadav? So this claim is refuted. And even in the Indian epic Mahabharata, Ahirs have been described as Yadavas^[1]. Please remove this false information from the article. 2409:4085:918E:A4EA:0:0:178F:68AC (talk) 22:47, 17 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello. I have no expertise in this topic area. Also, administrators do not adjudicate content disputes. Raj era sources are dubious. Articles about castes and other South Asian social groups are contentious, so be very cautious. Cullen328 (talk) 23:01, 17 May 2024 (UTC)

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After many years of lurking, I finally got around to making an account to revert blatant self-promo on Marsh McLennan earlier today - so apologies for my ignorance, this is my third edit!

I noticed in the edit history that User:MarshMcLennan had previously made a substantially similar edit to the User:mmbv version I reverted, and you were the admin to block that original user.

Calling a spade a spade, the mmbv user is likely ban evasion from someone in that firm, or working on their behalf, etc.

My question: What’s the best place to flag something like that to admins?

I thought WP:COIN, but the COI itself is clear and has already been actioned; it didn’t seem to fit the specific definition of vandalism for WP:AIV, and then I looked at WP:SI, but that also seemed more complex than the situation warrants. Would really appreciate a pointer on the best venue. Thanks! HyperbolicDisco (talk) 18:14, 18 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello, HyperbolicDisco. I blocked the sockpuppet of the blocked undisclosed paid editor and semi-protected the article for a month. As for where to report, you did the right thing reporting to me, because I was already familiar with the promotional editing there. You are correct that the edits are not vandalism, but instead they are unacceptably promotional. Reporting to an individual adminstrator familiar with the specifics as you did here is always appropriate. In more complex circumstances, WP:COIN or WP:SI are fine, and if the situation is severe and out of control, WP:ANI is available to you. Thanks for bringing this to my attention. Cullen328 (talk) 20:06, 18 May 2024 (UTC)

Thanks for your reply to my (frequent) comment on the Teahouse. I know how diligent you are, and I am not surprised that you were able to create an article that quickly. But I am convinced that you are unusual in that respect. I am trying to save new editors from weeks (at least) of frustration and discouragement - I was aware that "months" might be excessive in some cases. What wording would you suggest? (As it happens, I haven't turned that message into a template yet, though I type it in often enough). ColinFine (talk) 23:29, 18 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello, ColinFine. I would suggest "several weeks" instead, and emphasize the importance of studying the three core content policies, the notability guidelines, and the meaning of "reliable", "independent " and "significant coverage" when it comes to sources and referencing. I responded to you in that specific case because I had already taken a preliminary look at notability and engaged with the editor. I think that it is important to tailor Teahouse responses, and to be much more encouraging to someone interested in writing about a possibly notable, non-promotional historic topic than we would be to to a 17 year old who is determined to write an autobiography. Cullen328 (talk) 23:47, 18 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello, Jim. I have noted that some of the articles in the above mentioned section of your userpage have already been created, or are redirects. You could remove those from your userpage or edit the redirects. Cheers! Garethphua (talk) 07:56, 19 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello, Garethphua. Yes, I can look at any of those links anytime I want to, and remove any of them that I conclude at that time ought to be removed. All on my good time. Feel free to create, expand or improve articles about any of these topics. Please let me know but be aware that I will be traveling to Alaska in late May and early June, and will have greatly reduced internet access. Cullen328 (talk) 08:57, 19 May 2024 (UTC)

Agusmagni has resumed creating AfDs, and doesn't respond to comments made on their talk page. They seem to have conflicting opinions from my point of view, for example, saying that notability is inherited (here too) then turning around and saying most TV shows aren't notable (there was a better diff but I couldn't find it)

Thanks. Rusty4321 ^{talk contribs} 14:48, 19 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello, Rusty4321. That editor has only made two edits in the last six days, neither of which was related to AfD. Cullen328 (talk) 18:14, 19 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello, How to write a good article How to edit a page How to add an image How to edit a citation How to create a new article --JMUGERA (talk) 06:35, 21 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello, JMUGERA. That is a lot to ask. I recommend that you read Your first article. Read it thoroughly, multiple times. Read it until you understand it. Click the links and read that content too. It will take you hours or days or even a week or two to read and absorb all of that. If you have any questions after reading all of that, let me know. Cullen328 (talk) 06:42, 21 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello,

I and another editor spoke to the editor who was causing a problem. I had previously tried to warn him that his actions would get him a warning or worse. He's very obviously not at all experienced, but seems like he has good intentions (even if he did repeatedly insult me). I'm hoping the messages we gave, plus your warning helps him change his ways. I would hate to see an editor that genuinely wants to improve Wikipedia get blocked. Thank you,

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Hello how do I create a citation --Seyyid AbdulMalik MILO (talk) 11:25, 27 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello, Seyyid AbdulMalik MILO. Please read Referencing for beginners. Cullen328 (talk) 16:57, 27 May 2024 (UTC)

Hello how do I start editing my Wikipedia account --Seyyid AbdulMalik MILO (talk) 11:26, 27 May 2024 (UTC)

Seyyid AbdulMalik MILO, please be more specific. Cullen328 (talk) 16:58, 27 May 2024 (UTC)

Please be aware that self-promotion is not permitted on Wikipedia. Cullen328 (talk) 17:02, 27 May 2024 (UTC)

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Today's story mentions a concert I loved to hear (DYK) and a piece I loved to sing in choir, 150 years old (OTD). -- Gerda Arendt (talk) 20:39, 22 May 2024 (UTC)

Today's focus is Ethel Smyth (per the TPF), written by many, and I wonder if it could become GA if not FA even. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 15:02, 24 May 2024 (UTC)

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Today's story is about Samuel Kummer, one of five items on the Main page - more musing on my talk --Gerda Arendt (talk) 22:47, 30 May 2024 (UTC)

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Ellamaegarner123456, that is quite a challenge for a new editor. Read Your first article and all the relevant links. Cullen328 (talk) 23:40, 2 June 2024 (UTC)

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hi ,what can i edit? --Heseemerollin' (talk) 17:57, 11 June 2024 (UTC)

Hello Heseemerollin'. Unexplained removal of well referenced content is a form of disruptive editing. Stop doing that or you will be blocked. Cullen328 (talk) 19:26, 11 June 2024 (UTC)

I see that you also vandalized the article. You must stop that behavior now. Cullen328 (talk)

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How I can add my information, name and profile picture birthday --Mkhan2538 (talk) 06:32, 21 June 2024 (UTC)

Hello, Mkhan2538. Wikipedia is not a social media plstform. It is an encyclopedia. Please read WP:AUTOBIOGRAPHY. Cullen328 (talk) 23:27, 21 June 2024 (UTC)

Hello Cullen. Very pleased to find that I have a mentor. I have been having lots of fun mastering wikipedia. Created articles, edited articles and attempted translations. At present the translations part is where I am getting stuck. If you have and advice here, your expertise would be appreciated. --Derek J Moore (talk) 10:00, 23 June 2024 (UTC)

Hello, Derek J Moore. Please read Wikipedia:Translate for information about translating from other languages into English and Wikipedia:Translate us for translating from English into other languages. One thing to keep in mind is that a Wikipedia article in another language is not necessarily acceptable in English. Each language version of Wikipedia has its own policies and guidelines, and the English version tends to be pretty strict. Cullen328 (talk) 17:38, 23 June 2024 (UTC)

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Hi Jim, Happy to have found you. In the past you gave me some advice in the teahouse, and not sure what prompted me, but today I read through your bio. I saw that you live at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. My family has a cabin in the southern Sierra's and I'm always looking to learn more about the mountains. Anyway, so glad I read through your bio. Warmly -- Slacker13 (talk) 18:05, 27 June 2024 (UTC)

Hello, Slacker13. Yes, I have lived in Grass Valley, California for the past three years. I have backpacked and camped in the Sierra Nevada many times over the years and have climbed several of its highest peaks. The range is so vast, though, that there are many areas I have not yet visited. If you don't mind telling me, where is your family's cabin located? Cullen328 (talk) 18:12, 27 June 2024 (UTC)

Springville, just outside Porterville. So many native american relics and I'm learning a bit about foraging, but I've only scratched the surface. Miner's lettuce is pretty tasty though. Slacker13 (talk) 19:02, 27 June 2024 (UTC)

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Congratulations, and thank you for your service! --Gerda Arendt (talk) 09:11, 30 June 2024 (UTC)

I want to create a Wikipedia page of myself because i’m starting music online and want people to know more about me. How can I do that ? --IndependantArtist (talk) 21:27, 30 June 2024 (UTC)

Hello, IndependantArtist. If you are just starting out in music, then you are not eligible for a Wikipedia article. Only a person who has been extensively covered by reliable, independent sources can be the subject of a Wikipedia article. Self-promotion is not permitted on Wikipedia. There are many social media platforms where you can let people know about your music. Wikipedia is not among them. Cullen328 (talk) 22:32, 30 June 2024 (UTC)

Is there a concern about the referencing the editor is doing? Just checking whether there is something I should bring up, since afaict he is listening to me. Elinruby (talk) 22:34, 1 July 2024 (UTC)

Hello, Elinruby. No, the concerns are about ENGVAR including repeated negative comments about American English, italicization, specifically about when a word of foreign origin has entered the lexicon of standard English and no longer needs to be italicized, and POV pushing about the superiority of the "authentic" cuisine as compared to Americanized versions. Also, bombarding the Help Desk for countless opinions from other editors about relatively trivial edits that could have been made boldly. A tendency to make mountains out of molehills, in my view. Cullen328 (talk) 22:46, 1 July 2024 (UTC)

I figured that was probably where you knew him from. There does seem to be some generalized anxiety and/or excitability. I told him to go read MoS. He apparently has found it given his last question, though I maybe should check on whether he got to ENGVAR,.because that editor talking about cookie vs biscuit had a point. I admit I am having trouble taking marinara sauce seriously though. Elinruby (talk) 12:13, 3 July 2024 (UTC)

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Insanityclown1. Thanks for the update. Cullen328 (talk) 21:30, 8 July 2024 (UTC)

By the way, sorry for the way I conducted myself a few months ago. That was unacceptable on my part. Insanityclown1 (talk) 21:37, 8 July 2024 (UTC)

Hi! I just have a question about a wiki page for the Australian Citizens Party that was written by an oppositional politician years ago. Everytime the actual members try to change it to properly describe their party, this guy and some other obvious followers object their revision, call it obvious vandalism, and its back to being a slanderous description again instead. I am curious, what can they do to stop this guy from continuously doing this? It says all sorts of crap, like they are conspiracy theorists and climate denialists which couldn't be further from the truth. Is it cos this jerk started their write up that he has power over everything that gets said on there? Seriously tho, someone needs to be held accountable for the bullshit that they have had to put up trying to fix their page. Talk to anyone on the Australian citizens party and u will find out they aren't the party described. I know this probably isn't the right avenue to follow this up, but it's the only line of contact I could find that would hopefully get to a real person. PLEASE HELP these guys get this monkey off their back! Thanks in advance for any help may give them.. BTW... their page link is this.. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_Citizens_Party# --Mattyzeeeee (talk) 13:51, 19 July 2024 (UTC)

@Mattyzeeeee I saw this as I watch this talk page. How do you know who is a member of the party? The lead in this version read like the party manifesto[https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Australian_Citizens_Party&oldid=1222748161 or Facebook page, It uses the word "our" which is clearly unencyclopedic, and language such as "Under the Crown, corporations, banks and other lackeys of the City of London and Wall Street have been profiting from the exploitation of Australia’s natural resources, privatisation of our essential services, deregulation of our industries and through their hold over the political process to protect their speculation within our banks." which we would never use. Lackeys? This is not the party's page and they have no rights over it. Are you a party member? Doug Weller talk 14:18, 19 July 2024 (UTC)

Mattyzeeeee, the Neutral point of view is a core content policy on Wikipedia, and an article about an organization such as a political party should summarize what reliable sources fully independent of the party say about it. The proper place to make specific proposals to improve the article should be made at Talk: Australian Citizens Party, where no one has commented since 2021. One thing is certain. The article will not be controlled by members of that party. Cullen328 (talk) 18:18, 19 July 2024 (UTC)

Thanks for commenting, Doug Weller. Cullen328 (talk) 18:19, 19 July 2024 (UTC)

No problem. Doug Weller talk 19:29, 19 July 2024 (UTC)

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My story today is - because of the anniversary of the premiere OTD in 1782 - about Die Entführung aus dem Serail, opera by Mozart, while yesterday's was - because of the TFA - about Les contes d'Hoffmann, opera by Offenbach, - so 3 times Mozart if you click on "music" ;) -- Gerda Arendt (talk) 15:18, 16 July 2024 (UTC)

Today's story is about a photographer who took iconic pictures, especially View from Williamsburg, Brooklyn, on Manhattan, 9/11, yesterday's was a great mezzo, and on Thursday we watched a sublime ballerina. If that's not enough my talk offers the chamber music from two amazing concerts. Mozart and Mazurka, - share with your wife ;) --Gerda Arendt (talk) 10:41, 20 July 2024 (UTC)

Happy adminship anniversary! Hi Cullen328! On behalf of the Birthday Committee, I'd like to wish you a very happy anniversary of your successful request for adminship. Enjoy this special day! The Herald (Benison) (talk) 04:53, 23 July 2024 (UTC)

Thank you, The Herald. I am not ashamed to say that I am proud of the confidence that the community expressed in me back when they made me an administrator. Seven years already. Cullen328 (talk) 05:12, 23 July 2024 (UTC)