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How to Tell the Difference Between a Tortoise, Terrapin and Turtle
Turtles, tortoises and terrapins are closely related reptiles of the order Testudines. These terms are often confused because of regional differences in English, and because the individual species look similar. Scientific taxonomy uses precise terminology...
How to Fix a Warped Vinyl Record
Whether they were exposed to UV radiation, excessive heat, or simple storage mistakes, it’s possible for your vinyl records to become warped. Depending on the severity of the warp, there are a few methods you can use to try and repair the damage. You can...
How to Remove Blackheads (Baking Soda and Water Method)
Baking soda can be used as an exfoliant to clean out pores and reduce the appearance of blackheads and acne.[1] X Research source Baking soda is also mildly anti-bacterial, so it could potentially kill off bacteria that causes acne.[2] X...
How to Shell Pine Nuts
Once you see the hard work that goes into shelling pine nuts, you might be better able to appreciate the price tag that often comes with them. True to their name, pine nuts are the edible seeds of various species of pine that come in the pine cone, surrou...
How to Make Someone Stop Liking You
It can be difficult to be around someone who likes you if you don’t like them back. They may be making you uncomfortable by their crush on you, but you’ve decided you don’t like them in that way. The most honest and mature way to get someone to stop likin...
How to Write a Biography
Writing a biography can be a fun challenge, where you are sharing the story of someone’s life with readers. You may need to write a biography for a class or decide to write one as a personal project. Once you have identified the subject of the biography,...
How to Clean an Espresso Machine
Every time you pull a delicious shot of espresso or froth foamy milk, your espresso machine accrues a layer of espresso debris, oils, milk-proteins, and mineral-deposits. While it is important to clean your machine after every use, chemically cleaning you...
How to Deal With a B as a Straight A Student
Getting a B grade when striving to achieve straight A's can be discouraging. The feelings of disappointment that a person feels when falling short of a goal are normal. Moving forward, staying positive and working to regain your motivation and high leve...
How to Care for Your Ball Python
Ball pythons are a very popular choice for many people who are looking for a pet snake. Like all snakes, ball pythons will require you to be fully committed to their care. These snakes will live for up to thirty years and you must maintain a very specif...
How to Stop Being a Bully
Bullying others has a long-term negative effect on both the people you bully and yourself. If you make a habit of intentionally hurting other people, whether physically, verbally, or emotionally, it's time to break that pattern. The following steps will h...
How to Ground and Center
Meditation is an excellent practice that can improve your physical, mental and spiritual health.[1] X Trustworthy Source Mayo Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to source But if you are just starting to...
How to Burn Songs on to a CD
This wikiHow teaches you how to burn song files, such as MP3s, onto a blank CD. If you want to be able to play the songs off of the CD, you'll need to burn the CD using iTunes or Windows Media Player. You can also burn music files (along with other files)...
How to Respond to Rejection
Rejection is part of life. Everyone is rejected at one point, no matter what they're trying to pursue. Part of life is learning to respond to rejection in a way that is productive and non-detrimental to your wellbeing. You need to cope in the aftermath of...
How to Fix a Shaking Washing Machine
A shaking washing machine can be quite concerning. It may feel like the floor is about to collapse underneath your machine, and the sound can make it seem like the entire building is falling apart. Fear not! The odds are high that your clothes aren’t even...
How to Shoot Paper Bullets from a Rubber Band (Hornets)
Ever want to shoot really powerful paper ammunition from a rubber band? Well, possibly not, but even otherwise it is a pretty interesting thing to do when bored.
How to Adjust & Reposition Euro-Style Cabinet Hinges
European-style cabinet hinges are long, metal hinges that stay concealed inside cabinets. Because they allow you to adjust a door’s positioning with little more than a screwdriver, they have become a popular option for frameless cabinets. Each screw on th...