Steam clean your carpet. Dry clean your carpet. Hire a professional cleaner.

A pinched nerve occurs when a nerve is damaged in some way and unable to fully send its signals. It is caused when a nerve gets compressed, which can be due to a herniated disc, arthritis, or bone spurs. You can also get a pinched nerve from other situations and activities such as injury, poor posture, repetitive motions, sports, hobbies, and obesity. Pinched nerves can occur all over the body, although they are most common in the spine, neck, wrists, and elbows.  These conditions cause inflammation, which constricts your nerves and causes them to become pinched. Poor nutrition and general health can worsen a pinched nerve. This condition can be reversible or irreversible, depending on the severity of the case. A pinched nerve is essentially a physical obstruction of body’s wiring system.  The symptoms of a pinched nerve usually include numbness, minor swelling, sharp pain, tingling, muscle spasms, and muscle weakness. A pinched nerve is typically associated with shooting pains in the affected area. These symptoms happen because the nerves are not effectively sending signals through the body due to the compression or obstruction to your nerve. Once you diagnose your pinched nerve, you need to start taking care of yourself. You should stay off of the affected body part or use it less.  Repetitive use of muscles, joints, and tendons that have caused the compressed nerves will make it worse. This is because the surrounding areas continue to swell and constrict the nerve. The easiest way to get a bit of immediate pain relief from any compressed nerve is to rest the pinched nerve and the surrounding area until the swelling and compression completely subsides.  You should avoid flexing and moving the area of the pinched nerve so you don't pinch the nerve even further. There are certain movements that cause your symptoms to immediately get worse, and these movements should be avoided if at all possible. If a certain movement or position causes increased symptoms and pain, isolate the injured area and avoid doing...

TL;DR in English: Recognize a pinched nerve. Notice the symptoms. Avoid overuse. Get some sleep. Use a brace or splint. Apply ice and heat. Get a massage. Take pain relieving medication. See a doctor.
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In order to obtain such, below are the requirements for first-time application. You will need it to prove your identity and use it throughout the process of obtaining your passport such as filling out forms. These IDs need to be government-issued and have your photo on them. Acceptable government-issued IDs are:  Social Security System (SSS) ID/Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) Unified Multi-Purpose Identification (UMID) Card  Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Voter’s ID or Voter’s Certification from the Election Officer with Dry Seal. Land Transportation Office (LTO) Driver’s License. The student permit is also accepted provided that it’s in card format. Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) ID Senior Citizen ID School ID (for students) Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) / Integrated Department of Labor and Employment (iDOLE) card Philippine National Police (PNP) Firearms License Airman License (issued August 2016 onwards). For OFWs or Filipinos based in other countries, you can also bring your Residence Card or any other ID issued by your host government which shows your Philippine citizenship. Important: Only those listed above will be accepted as valid ID. DFA  doesn’t accept Postal ID, Philhealth ID, or TIN ID as primary valid IDs for Philippine passport application/renewal. The NBI Clearance only serves as a supporting document, not as a primary valid ID. First time applicants are required to submit a birth certificate. If you are renewing your passport, in most cases, a birth certificate is not required. You can request your birth certificate from PSA Helpline's website, pay for it online, and track its progress. Or you can make a request by calling their hotline at (02) 737-1111. Your certificate will then be delivered to you.  Alternatively, you can travel to a PSA Serbilis Outlet and request a birth certificate in person. Check the PSA's website for delivery dates. In most cases, you will receive your certificate by courier in 3-9 working days. If you apply in person at a...

TL;DR in English: Prepare the necessary requirements for passport application. Have at least 1 piece of acceptable picture ID. Obtain your birth certificate from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), formerly National Statistics Office (NSO). Get your Marriage Contract. Obtain additional documents from your parents and/or guardians if you are under 18 years old. Obtain a Certificate of Tribal Affiliation from the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) if you are a Muslim applicant. Provide proof of Philippine citizenship if you have dual citizenship. Photocopy all IDs and original documents.
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There are several fruit juices that can keep banana slices from turning brown. You can use fresh juice or storebought varieties — it doesn't matter. See our juicing guide if you'd like to make your own. Either way, you won't need much — a half cup or so is plenty for one or two bananas.   Lemon juice is the most well-known juice used for keeping fruits from turning brown. It works just as well for bananas as it does for apples. However, there are many other juices that work well, including: Lime juice Orange juice Tinned pineapple juice Tinned or fresh grapefruit juice Apple juice To do this, you can sprinkle the juice over the slices or dip the slices into the juice. You can also immerse the slices in the juice and leave them there for a few minutes, allowing them to soak up some of the juice. This can be great for keeping them fresh-looking but may affect their taste a little more than normal.  Another quick way to coat the bananas is to put them in a sealed plastic bag with the juice and gently turn it over a few times. To minimize any change to the flavor of the bananas, use the juice sparingly or place it in a spray bottle and spritz it over the slices. Once they're soaked in fruit juice, the bananas will take much longer to turn brown. Whether you're eating the slices raw or making a pie, fruit kabobs, a parfait, or a fruit salad, you can trust that your bananas will look fresh well through the end of the meal. They should even last without refrigeration in a plastic container for a few hours — perfect for packed lunches. Even with the fruit juice, banana slices are best consumed the same day. The cold temperatures of refrigerators can turn the peels brown, but if you're OK with this, the fruit itself should remain fresh. If you do refrigerate the slices, be sure to put them in an airtight container with as little air in it as possible. If your banana slices are already brown, all is not lost. You can lighten discolored banana slices by immersing them in tinned pineapple juice or grapefruit juice for...

TL;DR in English: Buy fruit juice or squeeze your own. Coat the sliced bananas in the juice. Use or store the bananas. Revive discolored banana slices with pineapple or grapefruit juice.
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The fastest way to deal with the pain is to take a painkiller such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Neither one of these is a blood thinner, which is why they are a good choice with a bruise, and in fact, ibuprofen can help reduce inflammation. A blood thinner, such as aspirin, can increase blood flow, making a bruise worse. However, don't stop taking aspirin if you're on an aspirin regimen. Ask your doctor first. Wrap an ice pack or ice cubes (in a zip-top bag) in a towel. Hold it on the bruise for at least 10 minutes. The ice helps reduce the inflammation and swelling, which can lessen pain, but it will also have a numbing effect.  You can use this treatment three to four times a day, though some professionals note that you can employ this technique once every hour.  Instead of an ice pack, you can use a bag of frozen vegetables such as peas to ice your bruise. You can refreeze it when you're done, but only use it as an icepack from that point on. Some people claim that parsley can help ease the pain and inflammation of a bruise. To use this technique, start with fresh parsley. Crush the leaves with something heavy, such as a pot or a mortar and pestle. Rub the leaves on the bruised area, and use an elastic bandage to hold it in place.

TL;DR in English: Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Ice your bruise. Try parsley.
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Steam cleaning uses hot water to deep clean your carpet and extract deeply-embedded particles. You can purchase a steam cleaner and do this yourself. Before you steam clean, you need to vacuum and spot treat the stains on your carpet. Follow the manufacturer instructions for using your steam cleaner.  Pull the machine slowly as you go over your carpet. Only go over the area one time to limit the amount of water that you apply to the carpet. It is extremely important that you dry your carpet thoroughly. Not extracting all of the water can result in mold, mildew, and odor. Open windows and use fans to speed up the drying process. If you do not want to purchase a steam cleaner, you can rent one from a local hardware store or carpet store. Dry cleaning involves applying a dry powder to your carpet, working the powder into the carpet, and then vacuuming up the dry powder. The dry powder helps pull the dirt and soil out of the carpet. Vacuum your carpet before you apply the powder. Follow the instructions on the cleaner to determine how much you should use on your carpet.  The instructions may recommend that you use a mechanical brush to work the powder into the carpet. However, the brushes should not be used on Berber as it may cause snags. Instead, work the powder gently in with your hands. Always read the label to determine how long to leave the powder on. Some powders require 20 to 30 minutes while other compounds may be vacuumed up immediately. This type of cleaning is recommended for Berber because there is not a risk of over-wetting the carpet and causing mold and mildew. If your carpet is deeply stained or you are not comfortable using these methods on your own, hire a professional cleaner. A professional cleaner will assess the type of Berber you have and the condition of your carpet. The cleaner can then choose an appropriate cleaning method.  Use carpet cleaner that has experience working with Berber carpet. Visit the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Cleaning website to find a certified...

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Use "anata wa nansai desu ka" to ask someone how old they are. Respond with your age by saying "watashi wa," then your age, followed by "sai desu. Express your birthday using the Japanese calendar.

You can use any conditioner you like, as long as its scent mixes well with honey. Stir the conditioner and honey in a bowl until they are thoroughly combined.  Store extra conditioner in an old conditioner bottle for later use. Use the same ratio of honey to conditioner to make a larger batch. After you shampoo your hair, use the honey conditioner just as you would your normal conditioner. Distribute a small amount through your hair and rinse it out when you're finished.  Leave the conditioner in your hair for 5-10 minutes while you finish your. This method is great for refreshing hair that was previously lightened! If your hair regularly feels sticky after rinsing, increase the amount of regular conditioner and decrease the amount of honey you use. Make sure to rinse thoroughly before exiting the shower.

TL;DR in English: Mix 1/4 cup honey and 1/2 cup conditioner. Use the conditioner after every shampoo. Use less honey conditioner if your hair feels sticky.
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It's often been said that a smile is contagious, and research suggests that's true. Studies suggest that friendly engagement with others boosts happiness levels, at least in part because people are more likely to treat a smiling person better than a non-smiling person.  A smiling person is more likely to be regarded as viewed as attractive, reliable, relaxed and sincere.  Cheering yourself up by cheering others is a hallmark of how to have a good life. Studies have shown that helping others has a direct correlation to individual well-being. Taking time to care for others has been a staple of understanding "the good life" throughout time. Volunteering to help others has been connected to better quality of life, including increased happiness, self-esteem, health and even longevity.  Taking time to listen to another person's problems is a great way to help others. Many times, people who are struggling simply need to be able to share their situation with a friend. By taking the time to listen, you are helping whether you can solve their situation or not. The Dalai Lama has said, “If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.”Putting your attention on another person, rather than yourself, is a common practice of living well with others. Most of us are taught this as children, but the idea that there are guaranteed outcomes for particular efforts or personal qualities is a sure-fire way to live in disappointment and resentment. Let it go.  Taking responsibility for your own actions is an important discipline to develop. There may be many circumstances beyond your control, but focusing on these won't help you develop the ability to make changes in your own life that may benefit you. Accept the things you can't change; change what you can. Letting go of resentments towards others is an essential part of the good life. It has been well-said that a resentment is "like taking poison, expecting the other person to die." Resentments erode the quality of your own life,...

TL;DR in English: Smile at those around you. Help others. Abandon the idea that life is fair. Treat others with honesty, respect and kindness. Value your friendships with others.
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You don’t need to remove all the grapes from the stems, but you should definitely cut off the larger stems. Rinse the grapes under running water to wash them. You can also use an all-natural produce wash to wash your grapes, although simple water should suffice in most cases. Use a wooden, wicker, bamboo, or plastic tray that is slatted, so air can circulate around the fruit. Spread the grapes so that they aren’t touching one another on the tray. Use a kitchen towel to cover the grapes.  You can also use a pillowcase to cover your grapes if you’d rather not use a kitchen towel. Your cover should also be effective at keeping insects away from your grapes as they dry. Make sure that whatever you use to cover the grapes won’t get blown away in the wind. If your cover is relatively light, you may need to weigh it down on its corners. Put the tray in a location where it will get lots of sunlight during the day. Only put them out during warm, dry weather; the warmer and dryer the climate, the easier your grapes will dry out.  If you put your tray out in overcast, cool, or particularly humid weather, the grapes will take longer to dry out (and may not even completely dry out). Aim to put your tray outside when the forecast is sunny, humidity is not too high, and the temperature is at least 75 °F (24 °C). If your area gets foggy or dewy at night, take the tray inside at the end of the day and place it outside again the next morning. The grapes may take up to 96 hours to become sufficiently dry, depending on various weather conditions and how hydrated they were to start. However, they should be left outside for at least 3 days. Go out and rotate the grapes twice each day to make sure both sides of the grapes are exposed to the sun.  After 3 days, feel free to conduct a taste test on 1 or 2 of the grapes to see if they’re sufficiently dry. If they’re to your liking, go ahead and bring them inside. If they’re not quite dry enough, leave them out for another day. You can leave grapes out in the sun for up to 5 days,...

TL;DR in English: Remove the larger stems from your grapes and wash them thoroughly. Spread the grapes out evenly on a baking tray and cover them. Place the tray outside in the sun during warm, dry weather. Allow the grapes to sit outside for 3-4 days, rotating them occasionally. Take the dried raisins inside and store them in an airtight container.
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Answer thoroughly and honestly. Your doctor needs to have as much information as possible in order to effectively treat any existing problems, and work with you to prevent future complications.  Some medical offices will have you answer questions about your medical history by filling out forms, while others may do this in person. Be prepared to discuss your sexual history. Your doctor will need to know if you are sexually active. He or she may ask about breast, abdominal, vaginal, or sexual problems, that you don’t think are normal. That includes being taken advantage of sexually, or sexual abuse.  Your doctor will also ask about your current and past use of contraceptives. Be able to tell the nurse or doctor the first date of your most recent period, and the age when you had your first period. They may also ask the age that your breasts began to develop.  They will ask if your periods are on a regular cycle, such as every 28 days, how long they usually last, and if you have any problems, like bad cramps, while you have your period.  They will ask if you have episodes of spotting, or bleeding, between your periods. They will likely ask how heavy you bleed during your periods. You can usually answer this by telling them how many pads or tampons you need to use, especially for the first 48 hours of your cycle. This may include unusual vaginal discharge, bad odor, itching in your vaginal area, unusual pain or discomfort in your abdomen or vaginal area, pain during sex, and any changes, pain, or problems with your breasts.  Your doctor has the option to order STI (sexually transmitted infection) testing for you if either you or your doctor has a concern. A urine test can be done for chlamydia and/or gonorrhoea, and a blood test for HIV, herpes, and/or syphilis. There is no harm in undergoing STI testing if you have any concern at all, as there are effective treatments available if you do have an infection, and treating it sooner rather than later can help to avoid long-term complications. For instance, treating...

TL;DR in English: Expect questions about your general medical history. Anticipate questions about your period. Provide information about any problems you are having. Tell the doctor if you think you are pregnant.
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If you want to be even more casual, you can simply say "nansai desu ka." On the other hand, if you're talking to someone older than you or in a position of authority and want to be more formal, you would say "toshi wa ikutsu desu ka." " Counting in Japanese is fairly easy to master. If you can count to 10 in Japanese, you can form any number. Use that number for your age.  For example, if you're 26 years old, you would respond "watashi wa ni-juu-roku sai desu." If you were asked with the more casual "nansai desu ka," you can simply respond with your age followed by "sai desu ka." If you want to potentially impress a Japanese person who asks your age, you can answer them with reference to the Japanese calendar. If you were born between 1926 through 1988, you were born in the Showa era. If you were born between 1989 and 2019, you were born during the Heisei era. The year you were born translates into a number of year in the era, which in turn you can use to express how old you are. For example, suppose you were born in 1992. The Heisei era started in 1989, so you were born in the fourth year of the Heisei era. Your age is "Heisei 4."

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Crack the eggs into a separate container (optional). Wait for the bottoms of the eggs to solidify. Serve.

Professional desktop publishing or design software may be helpful in creating elaborate invitation designs. However, any word processing program can be used to create basic wedding invitations. A font is the typeface (or sometimes called lettering) used for your invitation. Most wedding invitations feature 2 fonts--1 script font and 1 block font. Do not use more than 2 different fonts or the invitation may be difficult to read.  Experiment with free fonts available for download online. Try different font combinations and font treatments, such as italics, lowercase and uppercase typeface. Try different font sizes. The font size is how big the text appears on the invitation. Because fonts vary in typeface size, it is difficult to provide a suggested font size for invitations. As a rule of thumb, avoid font sizes smaller than 9 point. Consider using larger font sizes to highlight different parts of the invitation text, such as the names of the bride and groom. The text alignment is how the text is aligned or arranged on the invitation. Traditional wedding invitations feature center alignment. However, consider right  or left justified alignments depending on your invitation design. Line spacing is the amount of space between the lines of text. If the line spacing is too far apart or too close together, the invitation will be difficult to read. Adjust the line spacing as necessary to meet your design needs. If you are not an artist or graphic designer, the easiest way to add graphic elements to a wedding invitation is through high-end clip art.  Look for clip art with resolutions of at least 300 dpi (dots per inch). Low resolutions graphics do not reproduce well and often appear blurry. For crisp, high quality graphics, use only high resolution images. Incorporate graphic elements that carry out the theme of your wedding. If your wedding does not have a specific theme, consider images like florals, branches and Victorian flourishes to create invitations with timeless appeal. Evaluate the color scheme of your...

TL;DR in English: Choose a word processing or design software to create your invitations. Select the fonts for the invitation. Determine the text alignment. Consider the line spacing. Add visual interest with graphic elements. Add color to your invitation design.
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Sometimes, when you make a loan to another party, that party does not pay it back as promised. In this type of situation, it is best to follow the language of your contract. However, at some point, you will need to confront the other party and discuss ways you can get your money back. For example, if your contract has a late payment clause, follow that clause and charge the other party a late fee. However, if, after a couple of months of not receiving any payment (including no late fee payments), you should consider confronting the other party and requesting repayment. A lot of borrowers claim the loan they took was actually a gift. If you find yourself in this situation, reiterate to the other party that it was indeed a loan and that you expect to be paid back. Bring a copy of your promissory note to emphasize this fact. Even if you already have a promissory note in place, consider writing up a new contract that compliments the original. In this contract, create a large section on repayment and the expectations you have. In some situations, you may be able to deduct the amount owed to you passively. For example, if the person usually does some sort of paid work for you, consider not paying them for their work until your loan is paid off. One excuse people often have is that they cannot make the payments because all they have is a credit card. As a solution, consider purchasing a credit card machine so you can accept their form of payment. There are a number of ways to receive a credit card reader that can easily be installed on your smart phone or tablet. For example, Square offers a free credit card reader so long as you use their payment services. If you are not being paid back, suggest to the other party that they need to bring in the funds some how. You may be able to suggest they sell some unwanted items online and use the proceeds to pay you back. If the other party is not responding to your requests, you can get proactive and make the issue public. Talk to people that know the other party and address...

TL;DR in English: Know when it is time to confront the other party. Clarify that you indeed offered a loan. Create a post-loan commitment. Deduct the amount owed internally. Have a credit card machine. Suggest moneymaking alternatives. Go public. Send a demand letter.
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Sometimes the problem isn't us -- it's the people around us. In the nicest way possible, of course. Part of the issue could be that you just don't jive with the people around you. Maybe an older (or younger) age group, different demographic, etc., would be more up your alley. These people could bring out a side of you that is more talkative and, quite frankly, enjoys people more. Think about it. Test this theory out by joining a club. Anything that is a small class where you could get to know a group of like-minded people could show you that it's not everyone who makes you clam up -- it is just certain types of people. Some people inhibit us and others don't -- find the ones that draw you out. Maybe you're a great listener but not a great talker. Maybe you read a lot instead of partying. Newsflash! Your introverted strengths can be extroverted strengths. The next time an acquaintance is making it quite clear they're having a bad day, go up to them and ask them what's up. Your listening skills will take over. Start a conversation about the book you're reading -- if you didn't know it, extroverts read, too! Odds are if you're truly introverted, you're reflecting a lot, getting in your head, observing and noticing things. If that's the case, you're set: you have an attention to detail that is hard to cultivate organically. Use that. Notice something small and comment on it. People might be taken aback for a split second before a smile erupts on their face that someone finally noticed something about them. Everyone loves that feeling. Once you're in a social situation (which is really half the battle), get to talking. Anything. Anything at all. You obviously have opinions! And if you're uncomfortable stating how you feel, ask questions. Everyone loves it when people seem interested in them. Asking questions is an easy way out. If this is an issue, start talking when you're by yourself. Start talking more around your family and best friends. Sometimes it's hard just getting used to the sound of our own voices....

TL;DR in English: Find the right group. Play your strengths. Talk. Assert yourself. Interrupt. Attract attention. Get people laughing Keep the party going.
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Some boxing experts suggest that beginners train for 3 to 6 months before ever entering a ring. This allows fledgling fighters to reach peak physical condition and perfect basic techniques before engaging in their first match. You can put together your own training regimen, or join a gym which focuses on developing boxers. Most physical-conditioning programs for boxers can be broken down into 3 categories: cardiovascular, core exercises, and weight training. to develop high endurance. Boxers need to not only have great endurance capabilities but also must summon short bursts of power at key moments in a bout. To meet these physical requirements, boxers will vary their cardio training programs. Try to do at least 30 minutes of cardio training every day that you work out. Cardio can include things like jumping rope, running (indoors or outdoors), and training on stair-climbing machines.  For example, boxers will vary the pace of their endurance-building runs to include brief, all-out sprints. This simulates the physical demands of fighting. Fatigued fighters tend to drop their hands and leave their heads exposed. They also can't produce the energy to effectively counterpunch in late rounds of a bout. to build up overall strength and dexterity. Boxers generate much of their power from the core of the body. Some of the most effective exercises include chin-ups and pull-ups, crunches, squats, and thrusts. Do 3 sets of each with 1-minute breaks in between exercises. Chin-ups and pull-ups should be done until you can't do any more. Do 20 reps of the other exercises. By performing exercises that involve many muscle groups, a prizefighter can build a powerful core that forces all parts of the body to work cohesively. to build your upper-body muscles. Weightlifting helps new boxers build strength and punching power. Your chest, shoulders, and arms are of particular importance. The key in weight training for boxers is to develop the strength needed for explosive punches. This means doing 6 to 8 reps of each exercise...

TL;DR in English: Start training at least 3 months before you begin boxing. Work on cardiovascular exercises Perform core exercises Weight train
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Grab a bowl, cup or ramekin big enough to hold your eggs. Break the flat side of each egg on the rim of the container and let the contents drain into it. To save time, do this while waiting for your pan to heat up. Don't crack the eggs directly into the hot pan. If you do this, it's easier to break the yolks or cook your eggs unevenly. You also have less control over where they will lie in the pan. Now, let the eggs cook without disturbing them for a minute or two. You want the bottoms of the whites to be fully set (but not hard) before you proceed. Depending on your pan and the level of heat you're using, this will take anywhere from about 45 seconds to two minutes. Keep your eyes on the edges of the whites — they are thinner than the center, so they will solidify first. When you notice that the edges are solid, you can proceed even if the whites in the middle are still a little liquid. Congratulations! Your over easy eggs are done. Transfer out of the pan to a plate and serve with toast, bacon, hash browns, or other breakfast favorites.

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Consider sleeping pills but know the risks. Consider supplements such as melatonin. Try aromatherapy. Use technology that will help you relax. Try your hardest to stay awake. Don't stress if you can't sleep.

Another way to find casinos near you is by searching the term "casinos near [your area]" on your search engine of choice. The results page will show you websites and social media pages for the casinos in your area. Click the websites or social media pages to find out more about the casino. You can find out the opening times, contact info, and what games you can play there. The PokerHouse website contains information on casinos throughout Europe. The website can tell you where casinos are in the United Kingdom, Belgium, Denmark, France, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Sweden. Simply click your country and the next page will have a list of casinos and their addresses. This website is similar to PokerHouse, except it contains a database of casinos throughout the United States. The map on their website contains details for nearly every casino throughout the United States.  The World Casino Directory for the United States can be found at: https://www.worldcasinodirectory.com/united-states/map. The World Casino Directory will give you directions to each casino using Google Maps. Simply enter your destination and where you'll be coming from. From the TripAdvisor "Things to Do" page, enter the town you want to find casinos in. On the next page, look to the left-hand side. There will be a menu titled "Things to Do." Select "Fun & Games" on the menu. On the next page, you will see results for a whole host of attractions in your town. Casinos will be listed with the other amusement on that page.

TL;DR in English: Search for casinos using your search engine. Use the PokerHouse website to find a casino in Europe. Find casinos in the US using the World Casino Directory. Look for casinos on TripAdvisor.
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Boil one cup of cayenne pepper and 3-5 chopped habanero chilis with water in a pot and let it cool. Transfer it into a spray bottle. Spray the entry points you've identified. Because raccoons follow their noses, this spray will make their nesting area unbearable. Use goggles and a respirator before spraying in enclosed areas. Although hot peppers are technically non-toxic, they can irritate mucous membranes in your eyes and mouth. Raccoons can easily scale wood or metal fences. They also use nearby tree limbs or shrubs to help them over fences. Run electrified wires at the top and bottom of your fence to deter intrusions. Prune tree limbs near fences. If you decide to replace your fence, make sure the mesh is no wider than 3 inches (7.6 cm). This will prevent young raccoons from entering your yard.

TL;DR in English: Repel raccoons from entry points and nesting areas. Seal off your yard.
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Using one to two pillows to raise your head four inches will make it easier for you to breathe as you sleep. You may also want to consider buying pillows that are specially designed to keep your neck muscles relaxed and open, allowing you to get a more comfortable sleep.  Sleeping with your head elevated can be especially helpful for those who have sleep apnea or acid reflux. You may need to try sleeping on one to two pillows for a few nights to determine how many pillows you require to be comfortable when sleeping at night. You may want to consider orthopedic pillows that conform to your neck and head and provide good support as you sleep. Wedge-shaped foam pillows can also support your head and help you breathe properly when you sleep on your back. Sleeping on your back can put stress on your spine and your lower back. Place one to two pillows under your knees before you go to bed so that your spine is properly supported and there is less stress placed on your lower back. When you are sleeping on your back, it is essential that your mattress provides good full-body support, including lower back support. In a mattress, support is provided through the coils or inner springs. Different mattresses will have different arrangements and numbers of coils. As well, the padding of the mattress can come in different thicknesses, from seven to 18 inches deep. You should always try a mattress before buying it to ensure it is comfortable and supportive for your body.  Often, a medium firm mattress is more comfortable as it allows your shoulders and hips to sink in slightly. If you have lower back pain, you may want to consider a firmer mattress with a padded cover for support. Check your existing mattress to make sure it does not sag at all or cause you any discomfort. If so, it may be time to invest in a new mattress. Though you can use boards underneath the mattress to help with the sagging, this is a temporary fix and you will eventually need to buy a new mattress to get a good night's sleep. Dry air can irritate your...

TL;DR in English: Elevate your head with pillows. Sleep with pillows under your knees. Ensure your mattress is comfortable and supportive. Invest in a humidifier.
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Make sure you know as much as possible about the company and individual who will be hearing your sales pitch. Look up your potential customers' profiles on LinkedIn, and read through the company's website. Find out what the business’ specific needs are and how they relate to your product or service. What will they gain by working with you? The person who can decide about using your product or service is the person who should hear your pitch. Find out who makes decisions about buying inventory or using services in the company. Once you’ve identified the most appropriate person to listen to your pitch, schedule an appointment with them. Find out when it is most convenient for them. Be sure to consider the amount of lead time they might need in order to stock your product, or when they will most need your services. For example, if you are selling a holiday-related item, you shouldn’t wait until the beginning of December to deliver your sales pitch. Once you’ve gotten your appointment with the customer, confirm how much time is scheduled with them. Suggest at least 30 minutes for the appointment. Your pitch won’t last the full time; you need to leave time for discussion afterward.

TL;DR in English: Research your audience. Pitch to the right person. Make an appointment with your customer. Know how much time you’ve got for the pitch.
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Many travelers use prescription or over-the-counter sleeping aids to help them get to sleep.  However, prescription medications should only be taken if prescribed by a physician.  Risks associated with sleeping pills include DVT (deep vein thrombosis) and feelings of drowsiness and disorientation upon awakening. Over-the-counter sleep aids have a more moderate effect but it is still recommended that you only take them if you can ensure that you have four uninterrupted hours to sleep. Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone produced by the body, it is also available as an over-the-counter supplement.  Sleep researchers have found that melatonin levels are elevated after dark and remain elevated throughout the night, suggesting that it can promote sleep. Some studies also suggest that if you continue to take it when you arrive at your destination, it can ease the symptoms of jet lag as well. Essential oils such as lavender, chamomile and valerian have a relaxing effect and may help you drift off to sleep.   When traveling, pack a small spray bottle with your desired essential oil mix and spray on your pillow or clothing. There are various apps and gadgets that you can use to help you settle down and get some rest.  Noise-cancelling headsets can reduce the noise of the plane engine quite effectively.  This can help you to feel relaxed enough to sleep, especially if you are a nervous flyer. Play white noise sounds. Research suggests that white noise, which you can download on your phone or music player, can also help promote sleep.  Bring a music player with a relaxing playlist that will soothe you to sleep. Get comfortable, shut your eyes and then try to stay awake.  Research suggests that this method, known as paradoxical intention, works and helps people fall asleep quicker. Above all, don't worry if you find you really can't sleep.  Traveling can be a stressful process, it may simply be difficult to relax and to drift off.  Accept this for what it is and remember that it's only a short-term problem.  You...

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Write your number. Find two more numbers that multiply to make your first number. Determine whether any of your factors can be factored again. Stop factoring when you reach prime numbers. Factor negative numbers in the same way.

Lay the notebook flat so that you can see both the reverse side of the first page on the left and the front side of the second page on the right. The sections can be vertical columns or horizontal rows, depending on what you’re more comfortable with.  Adjust the number of sections per page according to the size of your pages and how many assignments you have. Lay it out in a way that makes sense to you. The point is to set up so that you'll find it easy to use and will consult it daily. A planner that you don't like using obviously won't help you organize your homework and get assignments done. For example, Monday, March 3; Tuesday, March 4; and Wednesday, March 5.  This is where you will record your homework assignments from that day. If you structure the sections horizontally, you can use the margin or make a column on the right side to keep track of when your assignments are due. ” This side is where you keep track of extracurricular activities, like band practice, sporting events, and dance class. You can divide it up into days like you did on the right side, or you can just list everything in the order that it will occur. You can add other sections to this page if there is anything else you need to keep track of. The more information you write down, the more you’ll use your planner as a reference. And if you’re using your planner regularly, you’ll be less likely to forget an important assignment.

TL;DR in English: Open to the second page. Divide the right page into three sections. Label each section with the day of the week and the date. Title the left page "After School" or “Upcoming Events.
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Remove any baking pans from inside of your oven before you preheat it. Then, make sure to place the oven rack on the center rung in your oven. This will help the pizza cook evenly, and prevent the dough from burning. Use your fingers or a pastry brush to spread the oil across the inside of the pizza pan. The oil will keep the dough from sticking to the pan and will give the bottom of the pizza added flavor. If you do not have a round pizza pan, use a rectangular baking sheet instead. Simply coat the baking sheet with the olive oil as you would the pizza pan.

TL;DR in English: Preheat your oven to 450 °F (232 °C) before you begin making your pizza. Coat a 12 in (30 cm) round pizza pan with 1 1⁄2 US tbsp (22 mL) of olive oil.
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Assuming you’re growing the plant inside, you won’t have to do anything extra—just stash it near a window and remember to keep it out of direct sunlight. Outdoor plants should be moved around as needed to keep them at a consistent temperature.  At night, it’s alright for the plant to be out in temperatures as low as 45–50 °F (7–10 °C), provided it doesn’t stay that way too long. On especially chilly nights, you’ll be better off just bringing it indoors. Similarly, it may be necessary to move the plant inside to protect it from the sweltering summer heat. Place your lisianthus where it can receive partial exposure. It needs about 6 hours of sunlight a day.  During long stretches of overcast weather, you may need to supplement your natural light source by placing the pot beneath fluorescent grow lights for 8 to 12 hours at a time. Overabundant sunlight can raise the temperature of the plant, eventually causing it to die. One of lisianthus’ strengths is that it doesn’t require much water. Keep the top layer of soil moist and allow it to just dry out between waterings. To cover a larger area and avoid overwatering, use a watering can with a wide head or even a spray bottle, directing the flow directly over the base of the plant.  The best way to tell when your lisianthus needs water is to feel the soil with your fingertip. If it’s dry more than about 1 inch (2.5 cm) below the surface, it’s time to spray it again. Overwatering causes root rot, which can easily kill lisianthus. In fact, it’s one of the leading reasons that most household plants don’t make it a full season.  Using a drip irrigation system is recommended because water droplets on the leaves and flowers will discolor the plant. Inspect your lisianthus periodically for signs of drooping, wilting, or discolored foliage. Afflicted foliage should be plucked or clipped as soon as it's discovered to prevent it from sapping nourishment from other healthy areas. You should notice the plant’s disposition improving shortly after pruning.  Pay attention to the...

TL;DR in English: Keep the plant between 68–75 °F (20–24 °C). Make sure the plant gets plenty of indirect sunlight. Water the soil every 2-3 days, or as needed. Prune the flowers to make room for new growth. Continue testing the soil’s pH regularly.
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That's a tough one, especially if everything seems to be going wrong. But that's when it's the most necessary. And at the end of the day only we have control over our thoughts. So why do we think the bad stuff anyway? Thinking positively can change your outlook on everything. It's really the first step to change, regardless of how you're trying to improve. If nothing else, take a look at the article to see if you already do the tips it suggests! You know what's even better than being cool and knowing how to do everything? Being yourself. It's only when you're yourself that you will know that people actually like you and that you can be happy doing your own thing. And how many of us are our true selves? Not many. Once you are yourself, you have to love yourself, too.  If you thought being yourself sounded like a challenge, try this one on for size! Curious how loving yourself will improve your personality? You'll be less stressed, feel less pressure to conform, be more comfortable in more situations, and maybe even realize that your personality doesn't need improving. Loving yourself is not something a how-to manual can really resolve. So if you're not looking for abstract ways that will leave you wondering, "...Do I love myself?" try for something more tangible, like admitting mistakes. It takes a mature person with a strong personality to do that. You know another big one? Apologizing. It's not the easiest thing to do, but definitely one of the rarest. wikiHow has them all. If you want to be something, wikiHow can probably tell you how to do it. And if you don't find it -- well, get to writing! Here's a few to wet your whistle:  How to Be Smart How to Be Quiet How to Be Humble How to Be Intelligent How to Be Bold How to Be Cool How to Be Dark

TL;DR in English: Take a looksee at "How to Think Positively." Read up on being the wonder that is you. Find out why you should love yourself. Look at "How to Admit Mistakes." Pick a quality, any quality.
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To begin factoring, all you need is a number - any number will do, but, for our purposes, let's start with a simple integer. Integers are numbers without fractional or decimal components (all positive and negative whole numbers are integers). Let's choose the number 12. Write this number down on a piece of scratch paper. Any integer can be written as the product of two other integers. Even prime numbers can be written as the product of 1 and the number itself. Thinking of a number as the product of two factors can require "backwards" thinking - you essentially must ask yourself, "what multiplication problem equals this number?"  In our example, 12 has multiple factors - 12 × 1, 6 × 2, and 3 × 4 all equal 12. So, we can say that 12's factors are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12. For our purposes, let's work with the factors 6 and 2. Even numbers are especially easy to factor because every even number has 2 as a factor. 4 = 2 × 2, 26 = 13 × 2, etc. Lots of numbers - especially large ones - can be factored multiple times. When you've found two of a number's factors, if one has its own set of factors, you can reduce this number to its factors as well. Depending on the situation, it may or may not be beneficial to do this. For instance, in our example, we have reduced 12 to 2 × 6. Notice that 6 has its own factors - 3 × 2 = 6. Thus, we can say that 12 =  2 × (3 × 2). Prime numbers are numbers greater than 1 that are evenly divisible only by themselves and 1. For instance, 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, and 17 are all prime numbers. When you've factored a number so that it's the product of exclusively prime numbers, further factoring is superfluous. It does you no good to reduce each factor to itself times one, so you may stop. In our example, we've reduced 12 to 2 × (2 × 3). 2, 2, and 3 are all prime numbers. If we were to factor further, we'd have to factor to (2 × 1) × ((2 × 1)(3 × 1)), which isn't typically useful, so it's usually avoided. Negative numbers can be factored nearly identically to how positive numbers are factored. The...

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Clear Internet data. Check for adware and malware. Check for viruses and other immediate threats. Run maintenance on your hard drive. Remove unwanted programs. Keep your system backed up.

New and unique experiences enrich people's lives and help them feel happier overall. Whenever possible, spend your free time trying new things, going new places, and experiencing life.  If you have a little money set aside to treat yourself, consider investing in an experience, like a vacation, instead of an object. The experience will leave you with great memories that you can look back on for the rest of your life, which will increase your happiness. Don't feel like you always need to have someone with you to enjoy these experiences. As a single person, you can choose to have adventures with friends and family or alone. Volunteering for a worthy cause greatly increases people's sense of self-worth and fulfillment. Look for an organization in your area that has a mission you believe in and find out how you can help. As a bonus, you may also meet new friends who also care about the cause. If you don't have the time to commit to ongoing volunteer work, there are plenty of short-term volunteer opportunities out there. Even a few hours of volunteering is meaningful. Many people find that exercise increases their happiness and makes them feel better about themselves. Try finding a type of exercise that you enjoy, whether it's playing a team sport or going for walks. It's fine to spend time at home alone, as long as you don't become bored and isolated. To avoid this, use your alone time to cultivate your creative interests or learn new things.  Try taking an online class or developing a new hobby, like painting or sewing. Avoid watching too much television, as this can become a stand-in for social relationships.

TL;DR in English: Focus on experiences. Try volunteering. Enjoy physical activity. Spend alone time constructively.
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For the best fit, use a flexible tape measure like one you would find in a sewing kit.  Measure the head of the person who will be wearing the headband from the nape of the neck, up over their head where the headband will be and completing the loop back at the nape.  If the person is unavailable to be measured, you can use these general guidelines:  Preemie: 11”-12” Newborn:  13” Up to 1:  14” 1-6:  15” 7-Teen:  16.5” Adult:  17.5” Especially with babies, be sure to get a good fit that is not too tight.  Constricting an infant's head could have a problematic effect on its growth and development. Choose a fold-over elastic.  This is the preferred elastic for headbands.  It is available in a variety of colors and patterns at your local fabric store or hobby shop.  Fold-over elastic has a finished, shiny side and a matte underside, and a seam running longways down the middle.  This elastic comes in 1/8”, 3/8” and 5/8” widths.  The one most commonly use for headbands is 3/8", but some like a thin 1/8" headband, especially for babies. Some elastic is made with silicone strips in the back.  This is useful if you are concerned about the headband slipping. Measure the piece of elastic according to the measurements you took or the average length for the age of person you are creating the headband for.  If you are using actual head measurements, keep in mind that you want the headband to stretch.  Subtract one inch from the head size to make sure the headband will be snug. If the person who you are making the headband for is there, wrap the elastic around their head and make sure that the elastic stretches just enough to hold the headband in place once it is complete. Beware of making the headband so tight that it would be uncomfortable.

TL;DR in English: Measure your head. Choose your elastic. Cut the elastic to fit your head. Test your size to make sure there is some stretch in the fabric.
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Tap the Settings app icon, which resembles a grey box with gears on it. This option is near the top of the Settings page. It's at the top of the General page. Doing so opens a list of your iPhone's information. You'll find the "IMEI" heading near the bottom of the About page. The number to the right of the "IMEI" heading is your iPhone's IMEI number, while the number to the right of the "MEID" heading—which can be found a few headings below the "IMEI" heading—is your MEID number.

TL;DR in English: Open your iPhone's  Settings. Scroll down and tap  General. Tap About. Scroll down to the "IMEI" section. Review your iPhone's IMEI and MEID numbers.
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You can start teaching your puppy some simple commands even at this young age. Simple commands are crucial for your long-term relationship, and basic obedience training will make your life together easier and more fun. "Sit" is a good place to start. You will just need a few soft treats to help him along. Hold the treat in front of his nose and then slowly tilt his head up and back towards his tail. He will move back into a sitting position, and as he does this, say "sit". Praise him and give him the treat.  You can teach him "down" by starting from a sitting position and holding the treat in front of his nose. Lower the treat down and he will lower down. Say "down" as he moves and then give him and treat and praise him. You may need to keep one hand above his back to discourage him from standing up. You can teach him "come", just by moving away from him, holding out a treat, and saying "come". Puppies love to play tug of war, and it can be a great way to teach them to drop things on command. After playing for a while say "drop" to instruct him to release the object. If he doesn't let you take it, you can gently blow on his face. This will normally prompt him to drop the object and take a step backwards. Be sure to use the command "drop".  If blowing doesn't work, gently squeeze one of his front paws. When he feels that his paw is stuck, he will open his mouth, dropping the object, and look down at his paw. Always use a gentle voice and remember that at this age it is all about learning while having fun together. Keep the sessions short and be sure to reward good behaviour. Another great game you can play with a puppy this young is fetch. Playing this will help him learn to retrieve things and bring them back to you. Get two toys that look identical and throw one of them down the hallway. Hopefully the puppy will chase after the object and bring it back to you. If he picks it up and walks towards you but doesn't stop, the trick is to grab him not the toy. If you show that you want the toy too soon, he won't...

TL;DR in English: Try some simple commands. Play tug of war. Play fetch. Use a leash. Be calm and patient. Be positive.
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As you browse the Internet, your computer collects bits and pieces of information that can eventually build up to the point that they cause performance issues, especially on older and slower machines. The most basic way to do this is by using the tools that come with your Internet browser of choice. Microsoft Internet Explorer users on Windows can clear all temporary data by visiting the Internet Options control panel item and clicking the Delete button on the General tab under the Browsing History subheading.  If you're using IE on a non-Windows computer, simply open the Tools menu, choose Options, and select the data you want to clear.     To erase temporary files, cookies, and cache data from Firefox, open the Firefox menu and open the Options window (this may require selecting Options from the drop down menu and then selecting Options again from the menu that appears). Once there click the tab or button that says Advanced, and then choose the Network tab underneath that. Find the box that has Offline Web Content in its header, and click the Clear button to clear your data.     To clear data from Chrome, simply hold down Control and Shift, and type Delete (as opposed to the Backspace button). A new tab will open up with a simple menu. Select the data you want to erase, set the time frame using the box in the upper right, and click Clear Browsing Data when you're satisfied.     To reach this menu the old-fashioned way, click the button with three horizontal lines on it in the upper right corner of the browser, and choose Settings from the menu that appears. Scroll partway down the screen to find the Privacy heading, then click the “Clear browsing data” button right underneath it.     To clear Safari's browsing cache, go to the Edit menu and select Empty Cache. Confirm your decision when asked.     If you have not sufficient time to perform these tasks you can use some browser cleanup tool. Adware and malware are types of programs that can compromise your computer's performance and create security...

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Prepare for your first day at work. Arrive early and ready to work. Turn your cell phone off. Prepare to be civil and cordial. Introduce yourself to others with a smile. Ask questions as they arise. Follow directions closely and precisely.

Depression in men is commonly displayed through anger. It is not uncommon to lack sleep and energy when depressed, which can ultimately have a significant effect on his mood. If your loved one has been displaying random fits of anger, this may be an underlying symptom of depression. Women tend to show emotional symptoms in the form of tears, and communicate their need for assistance. Men on the other hand tend to act out, typically in a more aggressive, angrier fashion. A man with depression will likely display trouble concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions. He'll be unable to concentrate and make decisions, be it important or minute. This will greatly affect his home and work life. If he has depression, he likely feels sad or empty. If he's unwilling to open up about it, you may observe him being generally down about life.  He may not get excited or feel happy about things that would normally be pleasurable, which is another way to determine if he's feeling blue. Men generally have difficulty expressing sadness. Sometimes this emptiness manifests as feeling hopeless, irritable, anxious, or angry. He may seem pessimistic, easily annoyed, worried about things out of his control, and will display a short temper. If this person displays 4-5 of the symptoms listed above, he is most likely dealing with depression.  However, one or two symptoms do not indicate a depressive episode – we all feel down and blue at times. What's more, depression will last for more than two weeks; mere sadness goes away sooner and is often only in certain environments. If depression does seem to be the case, know that it's highly treatable. In fact, most people will experience at least 1 depressive episode at one point in their life.  It's incredibly common and nothing to be ashamed about. . This is often the hardest symptom to observe because people often do not want to talk about suicide.  However, this can be observed through speech patterns.  People who are depressed may make comments about just wanting to get away,...

TL;DR in English: Notice if he's become more irritable and angry. Notice if he has an inability to focus. Ask about his feelings. Know that you're looking for a cluster of symptoms. Pick up on suicidal thoughts or thoughts of death Show your support if suicidal signs are present
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Ask your acting teachers, colleagues and friends if they know of any upcoming projects in your area.   These can be your best first resource. An acting coach or teacher will know what parts you are suited for and can give you valuable contacts. Your own professional network will be able to recommend you to casting directors and local agents. You can find them in your local newspapers, websites, TV, radios and elsewhere.  Many TV networks post on their websites when they have casting calls for shows or other projects Theater auditions and castings are often published in theater magazines or local newspapers. Look in major newspapers for large cities. You will have better luck finding opportunities in large metropolitan areas with big entertainment industries. Facebook is a great resource for getting auditions.   Event pages are often used to announce open casting calls and auditions. These can be a good resource for both film, tv, and theater. Look at agents pages or find specific project pages on Facebook. Sometimes, audition information will be posted there. You can also find casting calls and auditions on Twitter and Craigslist. You might have more luck finding auditions and acting opportunities if you live closer to a large city with an entertainment industry. At first go to the sites, sign up and post your head shots.   Some examples of these sites include www.exploretalent.com, www.laauditions.com, www.actoraccess.com, or www. backstage.com. Make sure your profile is distinct, detailed, and has multiple headshots. Most of these sites will send you emails or alerts when a project is holding auditions or open casting for a part. Be wary of using these sites as your only resource. Many of them charge a fee with minimal return. These can be a very good tool for researching projects that are happening locally. These can be excellent resources for searching for auditions and casting calls. Most films that are looking for extras will advertise through your city's film office. The film office will also have a...

TL;DR in English: Use your own contacts. Try out some casting calls. Use social media. Create an account on audition websites. Contact your local film office.
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You need enough pins so that they can wrap around your wrist when placed end-to-end.

TL;DR in English: Make more pins in a similar fashion.
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Since the paint has already dried on the faux leather, you will need to find a sharp knife or pin to remove it with. Gently scratch at the surface of the paint with the tip of the knife or pin. Be careful you do not scrape or puncture the faux leather. If you cannot easily remove the dried paint using the tip of a knife or pin, try a toothbrush. Use the toothbrush to make gentle circular strokes, so that the dried paint begins peeling off the faux leather. Do not apply too much pressure or you might scratch the surface of the faux leather. Mix 1 quart/950mL water with 1 ounce/30mL dish detergent. Dip a sponge or soft cloth in the cleaning solution. Wipe the affected area down with the hot soapy water. This should help remove any remaining flecks of dried paint. For tough stains, dip the toothbrush in the cleaning solution and scrub the stain. Once you have removed the dried paint from the faux leather, dry the affected area with a cloth made of microfiber or cotton. You can also use a paper towel to dry the faux leather. If you have a tough stain on faux leather that doesn't respond to hot, soapy water or scrubbing, you might need a special cleaner. Look for cleaners that are specifically formulated for faux leather, and use the cleaner according to the manufacturer's instructions. You can use these cleaners on wet or dry paint.

TL;DR in English: Use the tip of a knife to scratch away the dried paint. Remove the dried paint with a toothbrush. Clean the area with hot, soapy water. Dry the area with a soft cloth. Consider a cleaner formulated for faux leather.
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Starting on the right foot is essential. People will form lasting impressions of you as early as the first day. You want to do your homework and make ample preparation. Without preparation, you may run into difficulties and find yourself unnecessarily aggravated or irritable. Being short or snapping at another co-worker is a terrible way to start a relationship. Make sure to either bring or ask for a notebook to begin taking notes early in the day. Bringing one from home shows initiative. Don't be the new employee who doesn't write anything down. Plan to be there at least 15 minutes early. Report directly to your boss or human resources contact. If you don't know where to go, kindly let another employee know this is your first day and ask them for directions. They had a first day too so they will understand. Until you know the rules, assume that using your cell phone during business hours is grounds for immediate termination (this assumption is not far from reality). The first day is all about first impressions. Any cell phone interruption signals a lack of professionalism. Most of the bad workplace behaviors come from a lack of respect for others. While your co-workers function in a variety of roles at work, they are still people with feelings. Being nice and leaving hand written Thank You's builds positive working relationships.  Prepare to avoid joking or discussing race, gender, age, sexual orientation, or religion. These are sensitive issues for most people. Even if you are comfortable discussing these topics, many other people may feel uncomfortable if you discuss them openly. Resist the temptation to ask or pry into people's personal lives. If your curiosity is tickled, ask yourself if the answer is work-related? If not, its best to not ask. Drive carefully in the parking lot and don't be rude to others as you are rushing to clock in or out on time. Even if you are not on the clock, the people you are speeding past and bumping into are still your co-workers. Smile and take time to introduce yourself in...

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Decide how you feel about your crush. Don't "build up" the experience in your head. Pay attention to his behavior. Realize that a negative response is not a big deal. Let go of the notion that the man needs to make the first move.

“To” is a preposition. It’s always correct if you are talking about direction. Ex. “I’m going to the store.”  "To" is also used to form the infinitive verb form. Ex. "It is my goal to write one page today." “Too" is always an adverb. It’s correct if you can substitute "also." Ex. “Really? I hate that guy, too!” "Two" is always a number.  You should almost always write out the word "two" rather than using the Arabic number. For mathematical uses, use the Arabic number. Ex. “Please buy two-percent milk this time.”

TL;DR in English: Use "to” as instructed. Use “too” as instructed. Use “two” as instructed.
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If you're trying to reach Lenny Kravitz purely to show admiration, you may do so via social media. All major celebrities have social media pages, and Lenny is no exception. Although many celebrities enlist the help of social media wizards to make posts for them, some are known to browse the fan comments.  Reply to his tweets by using “@LennyKravitz” at the start of a tweet and then writing a message to him. This will be listed in the “Reply” section of his homepage. At the very least, your fan appreciation won't go unnoticed by other fans of Lenny Kravitz's work. Like Twitter, Facebook is another good place to make a post. While Twitter promotes interaction between fan and celebrity a little more, it's worthwhile to double your post on both sites.  If you want a potential response, keep your message as to-the-point as possible. Celebrities don't usually have time to look into more in-depth responses. Unlike some celebrity pages, Lenny Kravitz's fanpage unfortunate does not have a private messaging setting. This means that any post you send to him will have to be public. If you have love for an artist, you can always send some love the old fashioned way: a mailed letter. A strictly fanmail service is available to as a buffer between fan and celebrity. You may choose either to write a one-way letter or include extra postage to invite the possibility of Kravitz writing back to you. Although postage fees are incurred in this move, you'll have a higher chance of being noticed this way as opposed to the thousands that opt for the convenience of social media. You can send Lenny fanmail directly using this address: Lenny Kravitz, Press Here Publicity, 138 West 25th Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USA If you snag a front row ticket at one of Lenny Kravitz's performances, you'll be within shouting range of the man himself. Although he'll be busy doing his show, musicians aren't beyond having a few words with front row members in between songs. Show your enthusiasm and cheer to let Kravitz know how much you...

TL;DR in English: Send Lenny a tweet via Twitter. Make a post on his public Facebook page. Mail Lenny Kravitz a fan letter. Shout your support in the front row at one of his concerts.
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When you first start playing, you’ll want to play against bots first. This will help you learn how to play the game and get comfortable with the controls, so that when you play with your friends you won’t be a terrible teammate. Click on "Play Dota" at the bottom right, then choose "Practice With Bots", where you will be able to select the difficulty and team.  Always play against bots first. The strangers you get paired against will not be...welcoming if you suck. Another way to play against bots is to join a Co-op bot match. With this type of game you will play with strangers or your team (if you become part of a team) against bots. When you’ve got a good idea of how to play the game, you can play against and with your friends. Nothing build friendships like killing your friends and insulting their moms. Create a lobby from the play menu and either password protect it to only play with your friends or leave it open to play against a few friends and a few strangers. If you enjoy having your playing aptitude, gender, and sexual preference  mocked or simply enjoy making strangers look like idiots by thoroughly beating them, play a match or play a team match (if you have a team).  Choose your game mode. Sometimes you might want to change your game mode. This is possible for any matchmaking game, as well as lobby games. Game modes affect how you can choose the heroes that you, your teammates, and the opposing team play with. “All Pick” is wide open. “Single Draft” gives players a choice of three heroes based on attribute. “Captain’s Mode” (the standard format for championship games) allows team captains to choose heroes in turn for their players from a nearly unlimited pool. “Random Draft” gives players a 22 hero pool to choose from and turns are taken in choosing heroes. “Least Played” removes your 40 most-played characters from the pool. “Limited Heroes” is limited to the easiest to play heroes. “All Random” is pretty much exactly what it sounds like.   Adjust settings. Don’t forget to make sure the settings...

TL;DR in English: Fight against bots. Fight against friends. Fight against strangers.
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You can use any web browser on your computer, including Chrome or Safari, to report offensive Reddit content. If you're not already signed in to your account, enter your login information to do so now. You can search for the name of the subreddit or post by typing it into the search bar and pressing ↵ Enter or ⏎ Return. This opens the “We're sorry something's wrong. How can we help?” screen. Choose the best-fitting reason for the situation. The questions will vary by reason, but you may have to provide additional text or select options from menus to further explain the issue. Your complaint will be forwarded to Reddit's support staff. If the content is found to violate Reddit's policies, they will take action.

TL;DR in English: Navigate to https://www.reddit.com in a web browser. Navigate to the subreddit with the offensive content. Click report beneath the content you want to report. Select a reason and click Next. Answer additional questions about the content. Click Submit.
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Romantic feelings can be confusing! Give yourself at least a few days to consider your feelings and follow some of the advice in this article. If you act too soon, you may find your feelings about your crush change over time.  Ask yourself questions like these: "Do I have a true romantic crush on this boy, or just an infatuation?" "What things do I like about this guy?" "What outcome do I want?" If you can't answer these questions, try to get to know him better before proceeding. Only you will know whether you truly like someone. However, if you're feeling particularly adventurous, you can try taking an online quiz and interpreting the results as you please. No matter how cute your crush is, he's still a human being! He's probably as nervous as you are about discussing who he likes. Similarly, even if it's not apparent yet, he probably has plenty of flaws. Don't get too emotionally invested in a relationship that hasn't even started! If you're having a hard time thinking of your crush as anything other than a perfect Adonis, try to mentally note things about him, however small, that make him look silly or stupid! Does he have a tiny bald spot? Does he pronounce "epitome" as "ep-it-tome?" Recognizing that everyone has flaws will make even the cutest guys much more approachable. Does he seem to pay special attention to you? Does he smile a lot around you? Or, on the other hand, does he tease you and try to playfully ignore you? These are all signs that a guy might like you. If you can identify possible attraction cues, you'll have a much easier time telling him you like him because you'll already have an idea of how he feels! A guy's body language can reveal his inner emotions. Does he position his chest and shoulders toward you, even if his attention is momentarily occupied by something else? Does he seem to make eye contact with you a lot? He may be pondering how to tell a girl he likes her! Despite your best preparations, he might not return your interest. Acknowledge this as a possibility and try not to...

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Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. Drink at least 13 cups of water a day.

Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. Don't drink too much caffeine. Eat non-starchy vegetables with high water intake. Try flavored water.

You'll find the oval "Sleep/Wake" button in the top-right corner of the iPad's housing when the iPad is upright and in vertical orientation. You'll need to press and hold down the "Sleep/Wake" button for a few seconds before proceeding. Once you see the "slide to power off" switch appear at the top of the screen, you can release the button. If your iPad's "Sleep/Wake" button is broken, use the Settings menu to shut down your iPad. Doing so will cause your iPad to begin powering down. Once all light disappears from your iPad's screen, the iPad is completely turned off.

TL;DR in English: Find your iPad's "Sleep/Wake" button. Hold down the "Sleep/Wake" button. Release the "Sleep/Wake" button when prompted. Swipe right the "slide to power off" switch. Wait for your iPad's screen to go completely black.
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Virginia has two different types of divorce under the law. The first is akin to a legal separation in other states, the second is the tradition dissolution of the marriage contract.  "Divorce from Bed and Board." This legal action preserves the legal marriage, but acts as to divide property and settle child custody and visitation. There is no waiting period for filing this action, but there must be a clear showing of desertion and cruelty. The separation cannot be mutual. The lack of mutuality requirement is what separates this type of divorce from a legal separation.   "Divorce from the Bond of Matrimony." This is the traditional divorce and requires either the 6 to 12 month separation or a showing of grounds. You will need to file for either type of divorce in the county where you or your spouse lives. Because of the different types of divorce and the grounds for divorce in Virginia, the style of the divorce petition can be complicated. You have several options.  For an uncontested divorce based on separation of 6 months for childless couples and 12 months for couples with children, you can use the divorce petition generator from Legal Aid of Virginia. These forms have been created and vetted by lawyers familiar with the laws of Virginia.   Check with the court clerk in your county. Some courts have fill-in-the-blanks form packages for sale. The cost is usually under $10. However, these packages will likely be for uncontested divorces based on separation. You can attach the separation agreement you and your spouse have been living under to the petition. For a fault-based divorce that is likely to be contested, it is highly recommended that you contact a family law attorney. Even if you don't hire them for representation, Virginia law allows attorneys to provide document preparation services. Fault-based divorce petitions must include properly pleaded allegations of the grounds that can pass the court's scrutiny. If you are seeking a divorce from Bed and Board, you should seek legal advice and assistance...

TL;DR in English: Choose the type of divorce you want. Draw up a petition for divorce. Verify that your petition covers all subjects. Consider mediation. File and serve your divorce petition. Attend your court hearing. Receive your divorce decree.
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In order to be able to measure the circumference of your leg, you need a measuring tape that it not stiff. The easiest tapes to use are those made for measuring for sewing, as they are made to measure parts of the body. Flexible measuring tapes are available at most craft, sewing, and big box stores. In order to get a perfect measurement, it's important to have another person to help you. If you have one, your physiotherapist is an ideal person to help. This will allow you to position your leg correctly while they do the actual measuring. This process can be done on your own if absolutely necessary. However, it is much easier to have an assistant. To measure correctly for a knee brace, you should be in your normal standing position. This allows the knee and leg to be easily measured and it gives an accurate reading.  When standing, your leg is not normally totally straight. Your knee should have a small bend that is about 30 degrees.  If you have an injury that doesn't allow you to put pressure on your leg, simply extend it as much as you can. Then take your measurements without the foot touching the ground. Sitting can also be an option if you can't find someone to assist you. Stretch your legs out straight in front of you as best as you can.

TL;DR in English: Get a soft, flexible measuring tape. Find someone to help you. Stand up. Sit to take measurements if standing is too painful.
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Shopping on a budget can be difficult – especially when you want everything. However, if you can't afford to splurge, it's important that you give yourself a budget. Be honest with yourself about your finances. Following a budget will allow you to get the essential items that your closet is missing – jeans, basic tops, boots, etc. Once you do this, you'll be able to figure out if you can afford those high heels you've been eyeing.  If you give yourself a budget, you'll be less likely to buy items that you really don't need. When shopping online, use a price filter. If you cut yourself off from the expensive items, you'll be likely to spend less money. Doing your shopping during postseason sales is a great way to build your wardrobe on a budget. Take inventory of your closet and determine what you'll need for the upcoming year. Then, create a budget around those seasonal purchases. Buy investment pieces such as business suits in January, purchase winter coats and boots in late February, and load up on swimsuits and summer clothing in late August. Buying these clothes when they're on sale will help you save money, and you'll already have your shopping done for the following year. Even if you avoid splurging on expensive designer pieces, trend-chasing is still a costly habit. Because trends have such quick turnarounds, keeping up with them will break the bank, even if you’re purchasing lower-end clothing. When you stop trend-chasing and focus on fashion, you’ll be able to develop an eye for the basic pieces that you need and the select few trend pieces that make your wardrobe pop. Focusing on fashion will allow you the time to invest in pieces that will last through the years. If you want a few trendy items that you’ll only wear a few times, hit the clearance racks and outlet malls. This way, you won't be spending the bulk of your clothing budget on items you’ll rarely wear. ” Whether it’s a cashmere sweater, a pair of polyester pants, or a silk dress, make sure you’re aware of the cleaning instructions of the...

TL;DR in English: Give yourself a spending budget and stick to it. Shop out of season. Don’t be a trend chaser. Don't buy clothing that is “dry clean only. Have patience. Pay with cash.
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The Atkins Diet recommends drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day to help maintain a regular regimen. Water helps with constipation by keeping stools looser. The Institute of Medicine recommends that men drink at least 13 cups of water a day, while women should drink at least 9. You can count caffeinated beverages such as coffee, tea, and diet soda as part of your water intake. However, too much caffeine can make you crave sugar, which is off-limits on the Atkins Diet, so limit your intake of caffeinated beverages. For instance, fresh cucumbers are high in water, so they can help keep you hydrated. They're also non-starchy, so they're approved for the Atkins Diet. The Atkins Diet requires that you skip fruits (lemon or lime is okay) and eliminate starchy vegetables, especially for the first few weeks, until you begin to maintain your weight. However, you can add certain non-starchy vegetables to water add interest and to flavor it, such as slices of cucumber, a few fresh strawberry slices. You can also use flavor packets sweetened with small amounts of: sucralose (Splenda), stevia, aspartame (NutraSweet) or saccharine (Sweet-n-Low). However, you do need to count these packets as a gram of carbohydrates because of the fillers in these types of sweeteners.

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Defrost the ribs for a day in the refrigerator. Mix a marinade. Pour the marinade into a sealable plastic sack. Place the bag in the refrigerator for four hours. Remove the ribs from the refrigerator and the plastic bag. Heat two tbsp. Remove the ribs from the Dutch oven and place them on a platter. Dice an onion, two large carrots and two celery stalks. Place the ribs inside the Dutch oven. Secure the lid on the top of the Dutch oven. Remove the ribs from the pot. Bring the remaining juice to a boil and reduce it by half.

What is your basic motivation? Are you bored? Disaffected? Do you need a bigger challenge? Is your job too demanding and you want a better work-life balance? Be sure that you are making an educated decision. Transferring departments is doable – for example, 1/3 of the British grocery chain Sainsbury’s 500 yearly recruits for retail management transfer to other operations -- but you should have a good reason. Try putting your thoughts on paper. Don’t over-think or over-rationalize. Write down why you feel the need to move, emotions and all. Now that you’ve stated your reasons, it is time to decide whether they are legitimate. Understand that some reasons to transfer are good and others not as good. For example, you may be new to your department and not feel suited to the job. Improper fit is a legitimate reason to transfer. So is the desire for a greater challenge or the need to balance your life. Simple boredom or unhappiness need more thought, though. All jobs have ups and downs. What is behind your boredom? Is it something that might change after a time, like routine? Or is it a bigger problem, like you feel unchallenged and unmotivated?  More good reasons to transfer include relocating to different state or part of town, seeking better team or department fit, issues with your direct supervisor, and striving to meet career goals your current job cannot offer. Less compelling reasons include taking issue with company policies or procedures, ethical concerns, or problems with executive level management. None of the above will change much with a transfer and you may find yourself leaving the company shortly after transferring. Do not be think that a transfer will be a quick fix for your personal and/or work issues. If your issues wind up being company-wide, the grass may not be greener on the other side. It may be harder to transfer if you work for a small company, where many co-workers are “lifers” and roles are clearly set. In that case, an external move might be better. Network with those you are interested...

TL;DR in English: Assess why you want to transfer. Evaluate your reasons. Network and build strong relationships. Research and apply for internal job openings. Be upfront with your supervisor.
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This is optional although it can give the ball a better flight movement in the air. When Ronaldo takes a free kick, he always lines up the ball so the valve will make contact with his foot. It's difficult to know if this contact has any real effect on the trajectory of the ball or if it's just superstition, but it can't hurt to try. He then stands with his arms straight down and his legs spread very wide, more than shoulder-width. As he approaches, he works a distinctive stutter-step into his kicks. Taking a few quick stutters tends to throw off the goalkeepers and other defenders, so they won't know exactly when the kick is coming. Plant your other foot beside the ball and to the opposite side of your strong foot to get the proper angle for an upward arch of the ball. His free-kicks tend to go up high very quickly, seeming to explode off his foot. This comes from the quick and short follow through right after making contact with the ball. Done properly, the kick won't spin, but will arc up, then dip back down quickly, or zig-zag according to the power put in with the follow-through. You want to make contact on the ball with the long bone in your foot that runs from your big toe to the top of your foot. Aim for the nozzle valve that you faced toward you at the beginning of the kick. To give it the knuckle-ball effect, you need to avoid putting any English or spin on the ball whatsoever. Try to hit the ball just below the middle but not too low so that it doesn't take backspin. Not rolling it off your foot at all. The most important part of the kick is the follow-through. Follow through by pointing your kicking foot where you want the ball to go, swiveling around toward your target and driving your plant foot off the ground and up into the air. Bring your kicking knee straight up instead of the more traditional follow-through in which you end up to the side. Imagine you wanted to make the knee of your kicking foot touch your chin after you make contact with the ball. Done properly, your kicking foot should hit...

TL;DR in English: Position the ball with the valve facing you. Take five steps back to the right if you're right footed or to the left if you're left footed, then take one and a half steps to the left. Plant your non-kicking foot and lean forward. Contact the ball just below the centre of the ball center with your instep. Follow through.
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UV resin is great for small repairs or short-term fixes. It comes in liquid form and dries to a hard material after it's exposed to the sun. Search online or look in your local surf shop to buy the resin before starting your repairs. UV resin will hold up to most normal surfing dings and cracks for 2-3 months. After that, you will need to repair the board again or have it professionally repaired. Q-Cell filler acts as a replacement for the foam because it expands when it cures. Pour 1 fluid ounce (30 mL) of resin into a cup and slowly add the Q-Cell filler until the mixture is the consistency of toothpaste.  You can find Q-Cell filler at most surf shops, or you can order it online through retailers like Amazon or eBay. If the crack is very large or you removed a lot of rotten foam, use 2–3 fluid ounces (59–89 mL) of resin to start out. In a covered area out of the sun, squeeze the resin into the crack first, and then smooth the resin over the crack. Make sure the resin is touching the outer shell of the board.  As you're working, push any bubbles out of the resin as they form. Try to make the resin as smooth as possible on the outside, but don't worry if there are a few small bumps. Once the resin is applied, wrap a piece of plastic wrap around the board and over the crack. This will hold the resin in place while it cures and mold it to match the general shape of the board.  Try to avoid pressing on the plastic wrap after it's on the board, which can dent the resin before it cures. If you don't have plastic wrap, use a plain piece of clear plastic and tape it to the board. Move the board into the sun to cure the resin. It will turn into a gel, and then harden after 5 minutes. Let it sit in the sun for an additional 5 minutes to harden completely. If the resin isn't hardened after 10 minutes, place it in the shade for 5 minutes, and move it back into the sun.

TL;DR in English: Purchase UV resin online or in a surf shop. Make a mixture of resin and Q-Cell filler to replace rotten foam. Use a wooden stick or spoon to apply resin liberally over the crack. Cover the resin with plastic wrap to hold it in place. Expose the resin to sunlight for 5-10 minutes.
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If you don't know what number to call to report a crime, then try the MC3 at 1-800-225-5324 (1-800-CALLFBI). Also use this number to respond to local or national request for information put out by the FBI. The FBI Child Exploitation Task Force works with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to investigate missing or sexually exploited children. If your child is missing, a child you know goes missing, or you suspect a child of being sexually exploited, you should contact the FBI immediately at any time of day.  Call 1-800-843-5678 (1-800-THE-LOST). Use the cyber tip line. Contact the Child Exploitation Task Force officer at your local FBI field office. Contact the State Department if your child has been abducted and taken out of or into the United States by the other parent.  From the U.S. and Canada call 1-888-407-4747. From abroad call 1-202-501-4444.   If you need to contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, but the need is not an emergency, you can call 703-224-2150 or use their online contact form. Both the illegal smuggling of people across boarders and the holding of people as virtual slaves forced to work in prostitution or in grueling conditions are investigated by the FBI and the Human Smuggling Trafficking Center. If you know of human trafficking or are a victim of it:  Call the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at 1-888-373-7888. Contact your local FBI field office. Submit an online tip. Internet crime primarily refers to hacking, online scams and e-mail hoaxes, including advance-fee schemes, non-delivery of goods or services, and business opportunity schemes. You can file a complaint so long as one of the two parties (victim or person that defrauded him or her) is located in the United States. File your complaint at the IC3 site. You will be asked to include:  Your name Your mailing address Your telephone number Name, address, and telephone number of the person or business that defrauded you Website and email address of the person or business that...

TL;DR in English: Call the Major Case Contact Center (MC3) with information on ongoing cases. Report a missing child or child exploitation as soon as possible. Provide information on possible human trafficking by phone, online, or at a local field office. File a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). Report suspicious activity involving chemical, biological, or radiological materials by calling 855-835-5324 (855-TELL-FBI). Contact the National Center for Disaster Fraud (NCDF). Use the corporate fraud hotline to report corporate corruption. Report public corruption with one of the local corruption hotlines found here.
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Make sure they have enough time to defrost. You don't want to defrost tougher pieces of meat, like this, in the microwave. There are several marinades that work well with short ribs, including red wine, dark beer and Asian-style ribs. If you're using the red wine marinade above, mix together the red wine, beef broth, garlic, tomatoes, bay leaves, black pepper and thyme. Place your defrosted beef flanken ribs in the bag. Seal it and flip the bag several times to coat the meat. The longer they marinate, the more intensely flavored they will be. Pat them dry with some paper towels. Reserve the marinade. Dry beef will brown better. of olive oil in a Dutch oven on medium heat. Place the flanken into the heated pan to brown. Brown for three minutes on each side. Remove all but two tbsp. of oil from the pan. Toss them in the Dutch oven and sauté them in the oil until browned. Loosen any brown bits with your wooden spoon. Pour in the reserved marinade. Heat until boiling. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook at this low temperature for one and a half hours to two hours. Set them aside and keep them warm. Separate the fat if possible, or use the full-fat reduction as sauce. Serve immediately.

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