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Being able to record audio at a moment's notice is a handy, yet often overlooked, feature of modern smartphones. iPhones come with a voice recording app installed, as do many Android phones. There are a variety of free recording apps available that may of...

It's not easy lighting a fire with flint and steel, especially if your tinder is scarce or damp. Char cloth makes the task much easier. Making it takes about ten minutes of work, less than an hour of waiting, and uses supplies you probably already have.

The Texas spiny lizard is a fairly common yet beautiful lizard inhabiting the drier regions of southern North America. Though not typically sold commercially, if you live in Texas, it’s possible to find Texas spiny lizards in a pet store or even catch one...

Religious belief is deeply personal and rooted in both how we are raised and our emotions. Many turn to Christianity to make sense of the world, but in some cases, you may think their beliefs are damaging for them, yourself, or society. To have a conversa...

If you are looking for a place to start a blog and share your ideas and interests, you can start a blog for free on Blogger. This wikiHow article teaches you how to create a blog on Blogger.

There are many reasons why your cat may be urinating where it shouldn’t. Cats may stop using the litter box as a result of stress, a medical condition, or simply because the box is not cleaned often enough. Depending on the cause of your cat’s issues with...

A loofah, also known as a sponge, is used for exfoliating dead skin and as a general-purpose sponge for personal hygiene. There are natural loofahs, which come from the fibrous skeleton of the loofah fruit, and loofahs made from plastic and synthetic mate...

Do you enjoy being on stage in front of others, working for tips, and getting a little raunchy? If so, a career as a male stripper might be for you! Male strippers make their living embodying the fantasies of their customers with their looks, movements, a...

You’re on a walk when you stumble across a wild rabbit’s nest. You lean in for a closer look to see tiny baby bunnies squirming around. Their mother’s nowhere to be seen—what should you do? Well, in times like these, it’s best to leave the bunnies alone s...

You don't need to be a born extrovert to have a personality that shines with enthusiasm. Developing a cute and bubbly personality can be achieved through a series of small changes in outlook and lifestyle. The best part about maintaining a demeanor bubbli...

Pigs are a lot cleaner than their popular reputation indicates and they can make super pets. They are sociable and intelligent, and can become very obedient, but they are also curious, stubborn, and — if treated poorly — potentially dangerous. Indoor pigs...

Fish bowls can add color and life to any room, but they require diligent maintenance to stay clean and keep your fish healthy. Improper care is the leading cause of pet fish distress and death. Prepare your water ahead of time, rinse inside objects, and w...

Pretending to get your work done can be a risky and difficult proposition. If you fail to turn in an important assignment, you could be reprimanded, demoted, or even fired. If you’re careful though, you can avoid work while tricking those around you into...

Although professionals onstage or in your favorite movies might make acting seem effortless, their performances are generally the result of years of effort, intelligent research, and careful observation. You can achieve a higher level of onstage or onscre...

Ever been disappointed with results of a workout program? Military organizations around the globe have years of experience in workouts that give results. It's easy to see service men and women who are literally fighting fit and wonder how they manage to l...

Chemists, biologists, environmentalists, and lab technicians alike all use pH to measure the acidic and basic potentials of a solution. A pH meter is very useful and the most accurate tool available to test pH levels. There are many simple steps, from p...