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Glass thermometers were once common, but now various types of digital thermometers are more prevalent. If you have a choice, it's better to use a thermometer without glass. Glass thermometers can break and cause injuries, and some contain mercury, which i...

Tumeric root has been used in Indian cuisine for thousands of years. More recently, it has grown popular for its potent anti-inflammatory ability, among other positive health benefits. Perhaps you’ve noticed this beautiful orange root hanging out next to...

If you’ve suffered a type of trauma, you may experience flashbacks that take you back to that experience. It can be really scary to feel like you are living through a traumatic experience again. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to cope. You c...

Styrofoam is the household name for EPS, a kind of plastic. To throw away Styrofoam, remove any recyclable pieces, then break down sheets or blocks into smaller bits you can put in your regular trash can. To recycle, make sure you have plain white Styrofo...

When cleaning pot and pans with stubborn stains, lingering smells, or burnt food residue, sometimes dish soap and a sponge just aren’t enough to get the job done. Fortunately, you can clean pots and pans with baking soda, which is safe to use on stainless...

Making your own socks is really satisfying and allows you to design them to your own taste. Sew your socks using stretchy fabric or knit them out of your favourite wool. Both these methods allow you to tailor the socks to your own foot size, which ensures...

Whether you’ve kept a beard for several months or several years, shaving it off can be a momentous decision. It can also be stressful. But if you approach the shave methodically and carefully, you can avoid irritating your skin and keep your face clear of...

The Vajrasana pose is one of the simpler yoga poses, and it's actually considered a sitting pose, meaning you can hold the pose for long periods of time while you breathe or meditate. With this pose, you essentially kneel and then sit back on your legs to...

Duolingo is a service that can help you learn a new language. You can work on this new language through the app on your mobile device or on a computer. This wikiHow teaches you how to delete a language you’ve signed up for on Duolingo. Unfortunately, the...

This wikiHow teaches you how to add multiple stories on Instagram. Unlike a normal post, an Instagram story will disappear after 24 hours, and shows up at the top of your feed. To add multiple stories, you can either add new photos or videos to an existin...

Traveling with a lot of luggage can be stressful and even expensive. Packing efficiently can help you avoid such problems and better enjoy your trip. Rolling your shirts—and all your clothes—is one of the best ways to pack for a short or long journey. Thi...

A tattoo gun, also referred to as a tattoo machine, is a hand-held device that artists use to create permanent tattoos. Handling a tattoo gun may seem daunting, as it takes intense focus and a steady hand, but the results can be magical. An emphasis on hy...

The world is more connected than ever, making it easier to reach out to your friends and family no matter where they live. Loved ones are just a few button pushes away, and there are many ways to contact them. While there are specific codes you need to ty...

While there's not currently a way to hide your posts from certain followers, there are settings you can change to hide your story from certain followers, help limit the posts you see, and control whether just friends or the public can see the posts you ma...

Window boxes are a beautiful way to add color and style to your home’s exterior. They are very versatile, as you can choose any color and plant that you prefer. They can even be a convenient addition to a kitchen if you use them to plant herbs or vegetabl...

One of the most important parts of writing calligraphy is cleaning your pen, and continuing to keep the nib clean. Dip pens are cleaned similarly to fountain pens, but the designs are much less complicated. However, dip pen nibs are changed often, and n...