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Nobody likes a meeting that drags on with no purpose. If you're in charge of writing the agenda, avoid this scenario by writing a clear-cut agenda, establishing what you will cover and how long you'll spend on each subject. By creating a plan and followin...

Whether you long for a boyfriend or girlfriend or miss your family and friends, you can learn to enjoy being alone. Keep in mind that while humans are social animals, that doesn't mean that we can't be perfectly happy outside of society too.

When the U.S. flag becomes worn or faded, it is important to take it down and properly dispose of it. The U.S. flag code states that the when the flag “is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, [it] should be destroyed in a d...

Although a steam iron is not used as frequently today as it has been in the past, it's still very helpful for starching a dress shirt, freshening table linens and cloth napkins, removing wrinkles from curtains and furniture slips, or even adhering a favor...

Being a tutor is a great job for a student or someone who enjoys teaching others. Once you’ve decided to become a tutor, you’ll need to find clients to make your goal a reality. If you’re going to be a private tutor, then advertising for your services is...

For many, the thought of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is an anxiety-inducing experience. Though it's a painless procedure, the design of the machine can be intimidating, particularly if you suffer from claustrophobia. However, there are things...

Whether you're trying to make a creative dessert or prank one of your office mates at work, suspending a solid object in Jello is a fun, easy activity. Start by mixing 1 packet of Jello into a large mixing bowl. Let the Jello set and then place the object...

ASCII art uses special characters and numbers to generate image-like text. Here is how to create your own.

This article will tell you how to perform the check disk function on Windows XP.

The majority of cats are relaxed and peaceful creatures by nature. They don't want to bite or scratch and will usually go to great lengths to avoid a situation where this is necessary. However, there are times when a pet cat does strike out and injure its...

New Year's resolutions are goals or promises that people make during the New Year holiday to try to make their upcoming year better in some way. If you find it difficult to keep your resolutions, you may be helped by the following list which is intended t...

Riffle shuffles are commonly used to randomize a deck of cards, or for a flashy effect in a magic trick. It's easier to accomplish than it looks, and if you put in some practice, you can make it fancier by performing it in your hands instead of a table. S...

Sometimes you can be in a conversation with someone, and they just don't know when to quit. Or perhaps you have something you need to get done, but can't afford to put off the other person. While it is generally rude to ignore someone while they are talki...

Testicular cancer is a rare form of cancer, impacting one in every 5,000 people with testicles. It can occur at any age; however 50% of cases occur between the ages of 20 and 35. Fortunately, testicular cancer also has a very high ratio of diagnosis to r...

Talking to someone on a train, bus, or subway can be risky yet exciting, as you never know when they’re going to get off. Sparking a connection can be fun as the stakes are fairly low and you can easily start and stop a conversation (or get off if things...

Bidding on items on eBay can be an exhilarating experience. Watching as the timer counts down to ensure that you have the winning bid is exciting and rewarding. But you can get burned on eBay if you aren’t careful and observant. Read on after the jump to...