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Another Perk for Drinking Coffee
By Dr. Mercola Nearly 60 percent of Americans drink coffee, and for many the habit is a daily one.1 Coffee drinking …
Coming soon! Print your own car.
It looks basic, and it is. But this car will be street legal next year. So when will we start …
Phone scams aren’t just out to get the elderly
By Jim Bissett, The Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va. In today’s world, we talk with our thumbs. Especially that kid we …
Five tips for growing and selling marijuana like a pro – from a university instructor
The UK Guardian Web – Advice for Canadians. (US citizens living in areas where the farming of marijuana for medical …
How to split a 26,000-pound block of granite with a two-pound hammer
“We’re building buildings in here like it’s the 19th century. Around here they built the foundations with granite. And where …
How to help — and 9 other things to know about the wildfires
By Evan Bush, The Seattle Times reporting from Washington where wildfires are ripping through the state. This article contains information …
Shipping Containers – The Home of the Future?
Housing issues are everywhere. We have massive problems in cities like LA and New York where property is expensive and …
Portland tiny house made of reclaimed refrigerator panels
By Janet Eastman, The Oregonian, Portland, Ore. With all the talk about tiny houses, in a nutshell it comes down …
Head lice. Hard to kill except in Michigan!
Millions of children will head back to school this month. But many will end missing school while they deal with …
Bashed their head? Here’s how to deal with youth concussion
This Concussion Handbook is designed to help with your concussion management and recovery. Whether you’re a kid or teenager who …
Experience a totally new (and cheaper) shower
Showers are the third highest consumer of water in the home, expending an average 17.2 gallons with every use. We …
Water + salt = light
SALt: Just add water and salt! Add 1 glass of water and 2 tablespoons of salt, then use the lamp for …
Everything you ever need to know about hearing aids!
Choosing a hearing aid is an important exercise for good health and relationships, but it can also feel overwhelming. While there are …
Pet First Aid
Can you give your pet emergency assistance until professional help is available? Do you know what to do for your …
Basic Handgun: Trained To Shoot
There’s no substitute for proper firearms training and lots of practice. Watch this video and remind yourself of the basics …
Basics: How To Reset a Circuit Breaker or Fuse Box
Located inside or outside of your home is a circuit breaker box (sometimes called a fuse box) that contains circuit …
Be prepared with a Disaster Plan for your pets
Our pets enrich our lives in more ways than we can count. In turn, they depend on us for their …
Fear of frost? Tips to keep your garden growing through fall’s chill
(BPT) – As summer winds down and frost threatens, even avid gardeners may be tempted to pack up their trowels …
How to Tell If a Rash Needs Medical Attention
SCHAUMBURG, IL — To the untrained eye, all rashes may look alike and seem easily treatable with over-the-counter oral antihistamines or …
Tips to turn kids into money masters at any age
(BPT) – Most kids start learning about money earlier than a lot of people think–and it’s usually from watching their …
Dealing with all types of burns
Whether they’re from fires, electricity, chemicals or another agent – they’re always serious. In most cases it’s best to call …
Inflatable space elevator to make launches easier
Another cool piece of technology from the industry keen to improve our space launch capabilities. And to anyone wondering why …
How to eat healthy foods despite a hectic schedule
– Mayo Clinic News Network Most Americans have experienced the rush of daily living, with demands from work, school or …
Fresh and Frozen Seafood: Selecting and Serving it Safely
Fish and shellfish contain high quality protein and other essential nutrients and are an important part of a healthful diet. …
How to keep the family safe from food-borne illnesses
By Jennifer Sheehan, The Morning Call (Allentown, Pa.) One in six people in the United States suffers from food poisoning each year, …
Weight loss clothing! Are you freaking serious?
The weight-loss method that’s been hiding in plain sight! Thin Ice Weight Loss from Thin Ice Weight Loss on Vimeo. This …
Can America cope with a resurgence of tropical disease?
Having stamped out a number of tropical diseases – including malaria – decades ago, is America today complacent about a …
50 tips to adjust to college life
By Emily Carrigan, Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) Freshmen or first-year orientation is a great resource for learning about your …
How-To Make Your Own Sriracha
Sriracha, the hot sauce with an almost cult-like following, is so popular that some people even carry a bottle on …