How To
How to Clean a Microwave
You probably don't give a lot of thought to your microwave until it's time to clean it. If your machine is dusty, the inside is splattered with food, or you notice your food isn't heating as quickly, then it's time to clean! Scrub the inside of your micro...
9 Helpful Tricks to Finish a Crossword Puzzle
Struggling to complete a crossword puzzle? You've come to the right place! From starting with the easiest answers to finding hints in the clues, we'll cover all the best strategies for solving a crossword puzzle, below. Let's get started!
How to Know when Not to Volunteer
Volunteering is an important and essential contribution from all members of society that helps others, ourselves, and our life. But, it's possible to overextend yourself and experience a burnout. This article is not intended to discourage you from volunte...
How to Remove Urine Odor from Concrete
Urine can be a tough substance to clean off any surface, let alone porous concrete. If you have a pet that's been using a basement, garage, balcony, or other paved surface as his own personal bathroom, you may feel like you'll never get the smell out, eve...
How to Remove Cigarette Smoke Smell from a Carpet or Rug
Insidious cigarette smoke penetrates deep down into your carpets, leaving a very stale and unwelcome smell. But using this simple process, you can make your place bearable again.
How to Name a Hydrocarbon Chain Using the IUPAC Method
Hydrocarbons, or compounds based on a chain of hydrogen and carbon, are the basis of organic chemistry. You need to learn to name them according to the IUPAC, or International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry, which is the currently accepted method for...
How to Get a Horse Under Control
It can be scary to be around a horse that you aren't sure you can control. Luckily, whether you’re on horseback or on the ground, there are steps you can take to safely secure the horse and help it calm down. Of course, before you do anything else, take y...
How to Use iTunes
iTunes has become far more than a simple music player over the years. It is the primary way to manage your iOS device's music and videos, it's one of the most popular music stores in the world, and it even lets you burn CDs. Getting a handle on its basic...
How to Fill Your Free Time With Useful Things
Sudden changes in your life can open up periods of free time that you didn't have previously. Filling in your free time with useful pursuits is a way to increase your creativity, energy, enthusiasm, and sense of fulfillment from life. Try spending your fr...
How to Store Cheese
More cheese, please! If you’re a fan of fromage, chances are you keep your fridge stocked at all times. Most cheeses (from hard Parmesan to soft Brie) can be stored by wrapping them in paper and plastic wrap. For softer, creamier cheeses like goat cheese...
How to Get Your Crush to Be Your Friend
Have a crush and don't know how to get closer to them? Follow these steps to turn a crush into a friend, and maybe become more in the long run.
How to Control and Steer a Horse Using Your Seat and Legs
Your seat and legs are incredibly important tools to use when riding your horse. By aligning your body correctly and learning how to adjust the pressure and movement of your seat and legs, you will be able to control and steer your horse without relying o...
How to Be Appointed to a Board of Directors
A board of directors comprises a handful of individuals who oversee the operations and business decisions of company, nonprofit organization, or government agency. If you’d like to serve on a board, you’ll need to have business experience and the ability...
How to Talk to a Shy Girl
You have your eye on a shy girl, but you’re trying to pluck up the courage to talk to her. The good news is that it’s easier than you might think. When you do talk to her, it's important to be mindful of her feelings and avoid pretending to be something y...
How to Buy Treasury Bonds
Purchasing a Treasury bond is like lending money to the US Government — buying the bond means buying the rights to interest payments every six months over the life of the bond, as well as owning the rights to a cash payment of the bond par value on the bo...
How to Save Money at a Young Age
There are many advantages to saving money at a young age. It can help to establish a lifelong habit, and the earlier money is saved, the greater opportunity it has to earn interest. You can use your savings to pay for educational expenses, to buy someth...