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How to Play Gamecube Games on Wii
This wikiHow teaches you how to play games made for Nintendo's discontinued GameCube system on Wii consoles made before October 2011. Wii consoles made in October 2011 or later do not have ports for GameCube controllers and will not play the discs.[1] X...
How to Write Business Emails
Email overload! Many people in business get more emails than they can deal with. To make sure your business emails are well received you need to make them clear, concise and actionable. In addition, using the appropriate format and knowing what to include...
How to Open a Can
A pantry full of cans without a can opener doesn't have to be a depressing sight. It can be a challenge instead, and one you can win handily with nothing more than a flat piece of concrete or a spoon. Of course, a can opener is even simpler, and there are...
How to Sink the 8 Ball on the Break
Sinking the 8-ball on the break requires a skilled, practiced shot. The breaker--the player that "breaks" the rack, or triangular formation of pool balls, with the white cue ball--aims to knock the 8-ball into a pocket on the opening shot. In some variati...
How to Get Your Mind Off a Girl
Stuck on a girl? Everybody goes through it. Whether you've been through a break-up or are trying to get over a crush that didn't work out, you can learn how to move on and distract those frustrating thoughts. It'll get better.
How to Hide Braces
Braces are a fact of life for many of us, and the benefits they confer are important. If you are currently wearing braces, you know that in the end your smile will be straighter and your bite will be more comfortable. Meanwhile, however, it's common to fe...
How to Celebrate Saturnalia
Saturnalia is the Roman festival celebrated on the 17th of December honoring Saturnus, who introduced agriculture and the arts of civilized life. It was the season when agricultural work was completed; a sort of joyous Thanksgiving-type holiday of relaxat...
How to Convince Your Parents to Let You Grow Your Hair (Boys)
One popular trend today is medium to long length hair for males. There are many young males who long to grow out their locks. But what happens when your parents are completely opposed to the long hair trend? There are many ways to help your parents see yo...
Pro Tips for Shinier, Healthier, & Fuller Hair
Having strong, shiny, vibrant hair can boost your confidence and make you feel ready to take on the world, and it's not hard to get healthy locks. We talked to the pros to find out what things they recommend that will have the biggest impact on the health...
How to Hem a Pair of Pants
Next time you find a pair of pants that are perfect in every way except their length, go ahead and buy them! Hemming your own pants is easy to do with a few basic supplies. You can use a sewing machine or do the job by hand. See Step 1 to get started.
How to Get the Help You Need: What to Say & When to Say It
Maybe you’re a new parent overwhelmed by keeping the house in order. Or maybe you’re a student struggling with a tough homework assignment. Everyone has been in a situation where they could use some help. Unfortunately, it can feel tough to ask for help....
How to “Get Sick” to Stay Home From School (& Avoid a Trip to the Doctor)
It’s just one of those days when you feel like staying home, but your parents aren’t going to let you skip school without a solid excuse. Faking sickness is one of the best ways to miss class, but how can you pull off a convincing act without raising too...
How to Password Protect Files on a Mac
This wikiHow teaches you how to create a password-protected disk image (DMG) folder on a Mac.
How to Fix Crystallized Honey in Plastic or Glass Bottles
You open up your honey and instead of the smooth, golden liquid you’re used to, it’s grainy and solid. Don’t worry, your honey hasn’t gone bad—it’s just crystallized. Luckily, there are easy ways to reverse this natural preservation process and make your...
How to Heal from Domestic Abuse
Breaking free of your abuser takes a massive amount of courage and strength and you're probably eager to reclaim your life and move on. Unfortunately, the mental, emotional, and physical aftershocks of intense trauma tend to linger for a while. Healing fr...
How to Comfort a Dying Dog
Although it is a natural part of life, it is never easy saying goodbye to your beloved canine companion. During this stage of life, you will want to make your dog as comfortable as possible. The comfort you provide throughout this potentially frightening...