How To

If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to update the interior and exterior walls of your home, it’s time to leave the paintbrushes or spray cans in the past. Paint rollers can cover large surface areas more effectively and equally—if you know how to c...

A psi ball is a ball of energy (psi) that can be created and controlled. They can be programmed to carry out much, much more complicated tasks. This exercise is a lot easier if you have a one-on-one tutor, but can be found in many books and other resourc...

The novelty of the Ramune drink is the bottle shape and the stopper. It comes in a variety of flavors, including strawberry, peach, and lychee. A glass marble acts as a unique cap, keeping the soda closed, and the liquid inside carbonated. When it's relea...

When you're at a sleepover away from your family, it is normal to get homesick, especially if it’s your first few times. You might miss your bed, family, and house, and might even want to go back home. But there are effective ways to beat homesickness, an...

Sometimes being a good friend means telling hard truths. When your friend is obsessed with their crush, and you know for a fact their crush isn't interested, you have to do something. It's hard, it's unpleasant, but you need to be a good friend. There are...

Hangnails, torn nails, and nail ridges—oh my! With so many things that can make our nails look a little, well… unkempt, it’s a wonder that nail care isn’t a full time job. Fortunately, keeping your nails in tip top shape is easy, and all it requires is th...

Many Pokémon fans were amazed to find that the old way of catching Regirock, Regice, and Registeel did not work in Emerald. Here is how to unlock them in Pokémon Emerald. Please note you may need to try multiple times to catch the Legendary Pokémon.

You've just caught a fish, and you're struck by the reality of the situation: you have the choice to kill the fish or let it go. If you are practicing catch-and-release fishing, you will need to remove the hook very carefully in order to keep the fish ali...

Companion birds, such as cockatiels, can sometimes lay eggs when they do not have a mate. In fact, cockatiels have a genetic predisposition that makes them more likely to lay eggs than other bird species. Although you may be surprised if your female cocka...

If you’re used to eating with cutlery, eating Indian food with your hands can be an intimidating concept. Fortunately, eating with your hands doesn't have to be a messy, uncomfortable experience. By following a few simple etiquette rules and learning how...

Silent auctions are auctions held without an auctioneer. People place their bids on sheets of paper instead. They're often used by charities to raise money, but they can be tricky to put together. With good planning, however, it's easy to set up an auctio...

The world can sometimes seem like an unfriendly, threatening place. But by recognizing acts of kindness and doing something kind for someone else, you can kick-start a chain reaction of generosity and thoughtful behavior, brightening the mood of friends,...

Imagine you're slowly approaching the top of the lift-hill. A little more, and... swoosh you fly down the hill as you and the rest of the passengers squeal in delight , as the negative Gs are nearly unbearable. Have you ever wondered where these great rol...

Learning how to break boards with your bare hands can be done right at home. Start by conditioning your hands to get them ready for striking, and make sure your board is set up properly and safely. By having confidence in your ability to break the board a...

Some strands of Christmas and decorative lights blink, flicker, and twinkle, and while some people may enjoy this feature, others would rather have steady lights that are always on and never twinkling. Some light strands come with control boxes that allow...

Being a musician is so much more than playing notes on an instrument. Learning to pick the right instrument for you and start making music can be a life-changing experience for a lot of people. It's more than a hobby, a skill, or a talent. If you want to...