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Interested in learning a powerful attack to follow your jabs instead of the same old telegraphed right-cross punch? If so, then the spinning backfist, a technique that sacrifices a minor amount of speed for exponentially increased power, is the strike for...

If you want to spice up your PowerPoint presentation, background music can make it much more compelling. PowerPoint allows you to insert any WAV or MP3 file into your slides. If you're using a Mac, you can also add music directly from iTunes. You can also...

Most people have heard of using hypnosis to battle insomnia. It’s fairly common to listen to audio recordings to self-hypnotize for a better night’s sleep. But what about having someone else do it? Grab a friend or relative and show them this article so y...

Perhaps you realize you may have eaten a poisonous food or come into contact with a harmful substance. Or maybe you took an extreme dosage of medication that may be toxic. Toxic poisoning can occur through swallowing a toxic substance, by breathing in tox...

Getting your ears pierced and picking your first pair of earrings is an exciting experience! While there are plenty of earrings to choose from, it’s important to pick the right pair for you. We’ve got your back if you’re unsure what kind of earrings to ge...

Spring rolls are a favorite in many Vietnamese, Thai, and Chinese restaurants. They are quite delicious when dipped in sweet and sour sauce. Spring rolls can be enjoyed at home, and can be eaten at any meal or occasion. Spring rolls are also very simple t...

When growing tomatoes, the ultimate goal is to help the plant yield as much ripe fruit as possible. If you're growing indeterminate or "vining" varieties (Big Boy, Beef Master, most heirlooms, most cherry tomatoes), pruning your plants to remove unwanted...

Foot cramps usually develop suddenly and cause a sharp and intense pain that lasts for about three minutes. Your feet and toes are a common place for cramps and spasms to happen. Your feet carry around your body weight all day long, sometimes walking, sta...

Perhaps you have realized you are gay and that you have fallen in love with your friend. You have also probably realized that this is a lot to deal with! You may want to be honest with your friend about your sexuality as well as your romantic feelings. Ke...

Whether you’re just starting to wear makeup or you want to embrace a more subtle look, natural-looking makeup can be pretty and flattering. Even if you’ve never tried it before, this look is easy to accomplish yourself!

The star of David, also known as the "Hebrew Star", is basically two triangles on top of each other. This article will show you how to draw this star.

Do you want a new Google account? A Google account is the key to accessing all of Google’s products and services, most of which are free. Once you create a Google account, you can access tools like Google Drive, Gmail, and Google Docs, as well sync Chrome...

Does your stomach lurch and groan at the worst possible moments? Uncomfortable and unflattering stomach noises can be an unfortunate consequence of many things. Fortunately, whether your talkative tummy is the fault of hunger or diet, preventing it is sim...

Fallout is radioactive debris produced by a nuclear explosion that can affect areas far away from the blast site. If you’re in a radiation emergency, do your best to get indoors as soon as possible. Preferably, seek shelter in the basement of a solid bric...

If you notice swelling or puffiness in your feet, ankles, or legs that isn't related to an injury, it might be edema. When fluid builds up in your body tissue, which can happen for many different reasons, you get this characteristic swelling. The only way...

The big tournament is coming up, and you want to do everything you can to bring your team to victory. Your skill alone can get you there, but thorough preparation will make your success even more likely. Don’t worry if you get a little nervous, that’s nor...