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How to Create the Look of Granite for Less
Granite countertops are beautiful, but can be pricey to install and maintain. If you want the look of granite without the cost, you can easily create a faux granite counter with some paint and brushes. If you don't want to paint, explore options other tha...
How to Know if a Message Was Read on WhatsApp
WhatsApp's simple checkmark system makes it easy to tell when a message has been sent, received, and read. To view a WhatsApp message's read status, you'll need to open a conversation from the Chats tab.
How to Control Heartburn with Exercise
If you experience frequent heartburn, exercise can help you control it. Since being overweight increases your risk of suffering heartburn, you also may want to exercise to lose excess weight or to maintain your weight at a healthy level. However, it's imp...
How to Identify Water Hemlock
Water Hemlock (Cicuta maculata) is an extremely poisonous herbaceous forb (broad-leaf plant) to both humans and animals, and is also native to North America. It is often and easily confused with other similar species found in the Carrot Family (Apiaceae)....
How to Tell if Someone Is Online on WhatsApp
WhatsApp allows you to see if your contacts are online and also the last time they last used the app.[1] X Research source While you can't see the status for every contact at once, you can check the status of each individual person rather ea...
How to Choose a Cutting Board
Cutting boards come in a variety of materials—including glass, plastic, wood, and bamboo—but not all of these materials are created equal. In order for you to select the best cutting board, you must first choose the right material. In fact, you may even w...
How to Avoid Weight Stigma
Stigmatizing people because of their weight is, unfortunately, a common occurrence in society. If you are overweight or obese you may find yourself cringing at fat jokes or comments about size. Or you may notice that you (or people around you) stigmatize...
How to Cook Lettuce
If you're sick of always eating your lettuce in salads and on sandwiches, you may be ready for a change of pace. It's a good thing that lettuce is a versatile food that can be cooked many different ways. First you'll have to clean the lettuce, but then it...
How to Cut Water Heating Costs
Since water heating usually accounts for several hundred dollars worth of annual energy expenses, you can save a good amount of money by reducing your hot water use. The most effective ways to do so include using less hot water for everyday activities, li...
How to Boost Your Mood with Music
Music has been a feature of human culture since prehistoric times. So it may come as no surprise that music has a special connection to the human brain, enabling it to lift spirits and alter moods. Use music to your advantage by finding the best music to...
How to Design a Rabbit Playground
Playtime and exercise are important for a rabbit's health. They also keep your rabbit stimulated, which wards off boredom. Whether your rabbit is outdoor or indoor, it needs a “rabbitat,” or rabbit playground. This provides ample space for your rabbit to...
How to Treat Obesity in Labrador Retrievers
Excess weight in dogs is a very common problem, affecting nearly 60% of dogs in the United States.[1] X Research source It can lead to many health complications, such as skin problems, orthopedic problems, and cancer.[2] X Research source...
How to Calculate Probabilities of Quantum States
A quantum state is an abstract description of a particle. The state describes probability distributions for the observables of the particle, such as angular momentum, linear momentum, etc. In this article, we will be dealing with spin-1/2 particles and...
How to Get a Job on Wall Street
If you want a job on Wall St., it’s not enough to get a good GPA and send out a few resumes. Instead, you’ll have to treat the search as if it were a job. Since 98% of applicants to Wall St. firms are rejected, you’ll have to work hard to stand out from t...
How to Report a Car Under the Lemon Law
“Lemon law” is a colloquial term for state laws that govern new vehicles that need repeated repairs. Despite the repeated repair work, if a car still does not function properly, you may declare it to be a “lemon” and then take steps to replace it or colle...
How to Find Out if You Have a Felony
Having a felony on your criminal record has serious implications. Beyond not being able to register to vote, you may have difficulty finding a job or renting an apartment. If you were convicted of a felony and served time in jail, you are no doubt aware o...