Article in English: Odds are presented as a positive or negative number next to the team's name. A negative number means the team is favored to win, while a positive number indicates that they are the underdog.  Ex: Dallas Cowboys, -135; Seattle Seahawks, +135. This means the Cowboys are the favorites, but pay out less money if a bet on them wins. Try out an online to check your math when you first get started. Soon enough it will be second nature, but for now ask a friend or search for a calculator that fits your betting needs. You also get the money you bet back. So when you bet $100 on the Seahawks, who are valued at +135, then you make $235 if they win.  If you bet $200, you will make twice as much profit. To calculate how much profit you make per dollar spent, divide the amount you are going to spend by 100. Multiply this number by the moneyline to see your potential profit. If I spend $50, I will make .5 (50/100) of the moneyline if I win. On  +135 odds, I would make $67.50 profit off of a winning bet. Ex: If I spend $250 on the Seahawks (+135), I would earn $587.50 ($250 + $135 x [$250/$100]) if they win. When betting on the favorite, you take less risk, and thus earn less. When betting on a favorite, the moneyline is the amount of money you need to spend to make $100 profit. In the previous example, in order to make $100 of profit betting for the Cowboys, you would need to spend $135. Like positive odds, you earn back your bet when winning.  To calculate profit, divide 100 by the moneyline to find out the profit made per dollar spent. If the moneyline is -150, then you will make $.66 for every dollar you bet (100/150). Ex: If the New York Giants are favored to win -150, and I spend $90, I would make $150 total ($90 + $90 x [100/150]).

Summary in French:

Sachez que les paris Moneyline ne portent que sur quelle équipe va gagner la partie. Sachez qu'une cote positive indique combien de profit vous pouvez réaliser pour 100 € dépensés. Comprenez qu'une cote négative indique combien vous devez dépenser pour gagner 100 €.


Article in English: Odds are that you plan on bringing a carry-on bag to keep handy during the flight. Now decide whether you are packing enough items overall to warrant checking in additional baggage to be held in cargo. Rules regarding non-essential liquids and gels differ between carry-ons and checked baggage, so figure out what your options are. Non-essential liquids and gels (as well as aerosols, creams, and pastes) include: foods, beverages, cosmetics, toiletries, and inspect repellents. If you are bringing both a carry-on and checked baggage, sort your liquids and gels by size. Check the size of each container that you intend to bring. Pack any container larger than 3.4 ounces (100 ml/g) in your checked baggage. You can also pack smaller containers here if you don't need them during the flight.  The size of the container is the determining factor, not the amount of liquid/gel left inside. So pack large containers in your checked baggage even if they’re almost empty. If possible, always use the original container describing what the product is, since unmarked containers may require closer inspection. This may lead to longer waits, confiscation, or even refusing your admittance. If you wish to use any of these items in-flight (like, say, toothpaste), purchase another size that is 3.4 ounces (100 ml/g) or smaller. First, make sure that all of the non-essential liquids and gels that you intend to pack in your carry-on do not exceed 3.4 ounces (100 ml/g). If they do, purchase smaller sizes. Next, use a single clear, resealable 1-quart (1 L) bag to store them within your carry-on.  Only one bag is allowed per person. If your 1-quart bag doesn’t fit all of your liquids and gels, use your checked baggage to pack those you won’t need inflight. If all you have is a carry-on, reevaluate what you’re bringing and leave behind whatever can be purchased at your destination. Each passenger is entitled to one 1-quart bag, so if you're travelling with someone else and they have room in theirs, utilize their bag, too. During passenger...

Summary in French:

Déterminez avec quel bagage vous voyagerez. Rangez vos affaires volumineuses dans votre bagage de soute. Placez les liquides dans un sac transparent. Prévenez les fuites et les déversements.


Article in English: Odds represent which team, horse, or athlete has the highest probability of winning. While there are different ways to write odds, they all indicate how likely one outcome is in comparison to another.  Ex: When I flip a coin, it is just as likely that I flip heads as tails. The odds are equal, or one to one.  Ex: If there is an 80% chance of rain one day, then there is a 20% chance it will not rain as well. The odds are 80 to 20. Otherwise put, it is four times more likely that it will rain than stay sunny. Because circumstances may change spontaneously, odds may change as well. They are not an exact science. The most common use of odds is found when placing a bet on a sporting event. Betting agencies use historical data and team statistics to predict who is more likely to win. Whoever has the highest odds is considered the "favorite." If the odds are low, it means that event is not likely to occur. Betting on the underdog is riskier than betting on a favorite, but a higher risk means a higher potential reward. The "longer the odds," or the less likely, the more money you could win. Many racetracks and betting establishments will have a booklet or pamphlet helping you learn terminology, but you should understand the lingo before you read odds. Some of the basic words include:   Action: A bet or wager of any kind or amount.  Bookie: Someone who accepts bets and sets odds.  Chalk: The favorite.  Hedging: Placing bets on the team with the high odds, and the low odds, to minimize loss.  Line: On any event, the current odds or point spreads on the game.  Wager: The money you pay, or risk, on an outcome or event.

Summary in French:

Il faut savoir que les cotes indiquent la probabilité qu'un certain résultat se produise. Il faut lire les cotes sportives comme la probabilité qu'une équipe, un athlète ou un cheval gagne. Souvenez-vous qu'une cote plus faible rapporte un gain plus important. Apprenez le vocabulaire des cotes avant de parier.


Article in English: Of course, if you are raising brine shrimp purely for pleasure, you do not have to harvest them, but after 8 days, the adults are large enough to catch with a net and feed to other fish. After about 10 minutes, the empty cysts shells will float to the surface, and unhatched cysts will sink to the bottom. Now, you can more easily catch the live brine shrimp. All of the brine shrimp will flock to the light, so they will be easy to catch with the fish net. The smaller brine shrimp will fall through the net, but larger ones won’t. Catch the amount you wish to feed to your other fish. Place them in the tank of the fish you want to feed. Your other fish will get to enjoy the nutritious brine shrimp.

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Commencez à les prélever après huit jours. Éteignez le système de circulation. Dirigez une lampe torche où vous voulez les prélever. Utilisez une épuisette pour attraper les adultes. Donnez les artémies directement aux poissons.


Article in English: Offer to clean your room and the kitchen every week, get all A’s and B’s on your next report card, or another similar deal that you and your parents can agree on in exchange for their permission. You can also participate in volunteer or extracurricular activities if that’s something your parents want you to do more of. Give your parents something specific, both to show that you’re willing to work for what you want and that you can make specific goals. Rather than saying, “I’ll work on getting better grades,” say “I’ll get better grades in Math,” or whatever subject could use some improvement. Tell your parents that you’ll pay for the cost of piercing, jewelry, and cleaning supplies. Research all the costs ahead of time and save up your own money from an allowance or a job so you have the full amount ready to offer as soon as your parents agree to give their permission.  Try raising the money with a lemonade stand or other simple fundraising activity that your parents approve of.  If you can’t save or raise the entire amount of money yourself, ask if your parents will match the amount of money you have or chip in the rest. Say: “Mom/Dad, I have enough money to pay for the piercing itself. Will you chip in for the cost of the jewelry?” Promise not to get any more piercings after this one, or set a limit for the number of piercings that your parents are comfortable with. You can also agree with your parents on wearing a certain type of jewelry in the piercing, like smaller studs instead of dangly or large earrings.  If you are going for gauged ears, agree on a size that you won’t go over when stretching. You can even let your parents choose the jewelry you get pierced with, or choose the piercing place where you get it done. Tell your parents that they can come with you to the piercing place, either beforehand to check it out, during and throughout the piercing process, or both. It may be a long-shot, but you can ask your parents if they want to get their own piercing with you! Depending on the type of people...

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Promets-leur de travailler à la maison et à l'école. Dis-leur que tu es prêt à payer les couts inhérents à la procédure. Fixe des limites. Laisse-les venir avec toi. Passe un contrat ou trouve un consensus.


Article in English: Offer your guest(s) a trip to the mall, or simply a walk around the neighborhood. Make the suggestion as "one last thing before you go." Getting the guest out of the house is the biggest step, and afterwards you can simply show them to their car (or have a taxi waiting) rather than inviting them back inside.  If hosting a party, try not to leave anyone behind. The idea is not for some to leave and for one or two to stay behind and raid your pantry. Make sure everyone has their things. If the plan is to have the trip out be out for good, don't allow any excuse to get back inside. Here's where the tactics begin to lose some subtlety. Consider switching from video games to a roaring game of pick-up sticks; or from chatting over drinks to helping you wash your cat. Plenty of guests will opt for the door over something they'd rather not do.  While this is a tactic better suited to partygoers, the house guest who's stayed a day or two over will think more fondly of home or a hotel if they're no longer being entertained. Make sure the door is always an option—don't suggest an alternative with such zeal that guests feel obligated to participate. Look busy, or agitated. If it's the last day of a house guest's stay, act like it. Gather your guest's things and move the conversation from the living room to the doorway.  Consider making their bed or re-fashioning their room as it was before they arrived. Try being appropriately unavailable as the end of their stay approaches; start working or doing things around the house. How subtle you choose to be is at your discretion; it could be anything from "I've got to run" to "My grandmother is in the hospital." Only the worst guest would consider staying in someone's home during a family emergency. Alternatively, you could pretend another guest is coming to take their place. Careful getting caught in a lie—if you can actually manage to have somewhere to be, all the better. But if you say your grandmother's in the hospital, be sure your grandmother is aware, and that your guest...

Summary in French:

Proposez de faire une sortie. Menez une activité ennuyeuse. Employez de façon subtile le langage du corps. Prétendez que vous devez partir.


Article in English: Often times the fear of failure is only a general understanding of what we are truly afraid of.  If this fear of failure is examined, it may be discovered that there are other fears underlying it.  These specific fears can be addressed and worked with, once identified.  Fear of failure is often only a broad level of understanding what the issue is. We may be afraid to fail, but failure is often tied to other ideas such as self-worth or self-image. There are links that trace fear of failure to shame. Examples of more specific fears may include being worried about losing security from a risky investment or being exposed to humiliation from your peers. It can be easy to see something that you interpret as a failure and extend that lack of success to yourself. You may also take a single instance of failure and apply it to your whole life and self. You might think, “I’m a loser” or “I’m worthless at this” because your efforts are not having the results you hope for. While this is common, it is not helpful, and it isn’t true, either. Examine the script in your head about this event. We often allow our thoughts to slip into predictable scripts that aren’t helpful. For example, if you’re working on an invention and the 17th try has just bombed, you might experience this script: “Yep, I’m never going to get this right. I’m a failure.” The facts of the situation are simply that this try hasn’t worked. The facts say nothing about you as a person, or about the possibility of future success. Separate the facts from your script. Some people believe that perfectionism is the same as healthy ambition or standards of excellence, but on the contrary, perfectionism can actually cause failures. Perfectionists are often obsessed with the fear of failure. Often, they categorize anything that does not meet their unreasonably high standards as a “failure.” This can lead to things such as procrastination because you are so worried about your work being imperfect that you can never finish it. Set healthy, ambitious standards for...

Summary in French:

Examinez d'une manière plus profonde votre peur de l'échec. Évitez de personnaliser ou de généraliser l'échec. Évitez le perfectionnisme. Restez positif. Continuez à développer vos compétences. Passez à l'action. Exposez-vous à l'échec.


Article in English: Often times the invitation will give you direct information regarding what to wear and the level of formality.  The style or decoration of the invitation is also a clue.  Is it colorful and fun or formal and sleek?  They may mention hints about comfortable footwear by telling you if the ceremony will be on a beach or a lawn. Many people are also using websites to give more information about the ceremony.  Look for a website on the invitation, then visit the site for directives. Whatever the theme is, if you decide to attend the wedding, you are also agreeing to playing along with the theme.  This is their day and you are a part of it.  Follow any specific directions given by the bride and groom, whether that is dressing up like a Star Trek character, or sporting a Hawaiian shirt. If a cultural element is involved in the wedding theme, you can wear something in homage to the culture, but be sure that it does not come off as mocking the culture by going too far.  Indian formal attire is a sari.  You may not have one and don’t usually wear them, but you can match the brilliant colors of saris by wearing jewel tones.  You could also accessorize with Indian jewelry. Scottish wedding parties may be wearing kilts.  You could choose a plaid tie to show your support without going all the way with your own kilt. Keep it conservative and respect any religious traditions.  If you are going to a Catholic mass, also consider the fact that you will be expected to stand for a good portion of the ceremony as well as possibly kneel.  Wear conservative clothes and shoes comfortable to move and stand in. If you are not given any instructions on what to wear, you can still dress to the expectations of the venue.  If you are not familiar with the venue, look it up online and find pictures.  Dress to match the style of the people in the photos. If the ceremony is in a traditional church setting, you should dress more conservatively.  Its a good idea to wear something that covers bare arms and isn’t too risqué. The bride and groom...

Summary in French:

Lisez attentivement le fairepart. Habillez‑vous en fonction du thème. Respectez les traditions des futurs époux. Adaptez votre tenue au lieu de la réception. Informez‑vous auprès de l’entourage des futurs époux.


Article in English: Often, a smoker just starting out chooses lights or ultra lights. This is recommended as the nicotine content is usually in lower in light and ultra light cigarettes. Once you have a handle on how to smoke properly, try scaling yourself up to regulars. Many claim this will give you a better experiences because of the increased nicotine and fuller flavor. The only way to find out which brand you like the best is to try a variety. Experiment with it.  Some of the most popular and highly rated brands include: Marlboro, Camel, Lucky Strike, Newport, and Pall Mall.  Taste is somewhat subjective. You may find you dislike the taste of Marlboros but enjoy the taste of Camels. Therefore, you may have to try some trial and error before you find a brand of cigarette that's truly enjoyable for you. If you find the taste of regular cigarettes harsh, consider switching to menthols. Menthol cigarettes contain a non-tobacco additive that creates a minty taste when inhaled. Most major brands of cigarettes, like Camels and Marlboros, carry a menthol variety.  If you do not like mint-flavored foods and drinks, you are unlikely to like menthol cigarettes. They carry a very strong mint flavor. If you've smoked regular cigarettes in the past, you may not like menthols. Many people who have acquired a taste for natural cigarettes strongly dislike menthols. Cloves are a common spice used in cooking and baking. Cloves can be infused with tobacco to create a flavored cigarette.  If you dislike the taste of menthols and regular cigarettes, cloves can be a good in-between option. The added flavor can make them taste harsher than a regular cigarette. However, the taste is far more mild than the taste of a menthol. Cloves can be very strong, so be careful when smoking them. As they can leave you somewhat light-headed, it's not a good idea to smoke a clove when driving. If you're looking for a particular taste, there are a wide variety of flavored cigarettes on the market. Cigarettes come in flavors like cherry, chocolate, orange, mango,...

Summary in French:

Choisissez une marque. Envisagez les cigarettes mentholées. Fumez des clous de girofle. Essayez les cigarettes aromatisées.


Article in English: Often, dogs who bark at strangers are demonstrating territorial barking. This type of barking occurs because your dog is fearful and sees strangers as a potential threat. Dogs are wired to defend their territory, so they will use their bark when they detect unknown people in familiar places like their homes and their yards.  In fact, your dog may be so motivated to bark at the perceived threat that he may ignore your shouts to stop barking or any scolding you might give him. Even if you use harsh punishment to stop your dog from barking, it may escalate to the point that he might try to control his territory other actions, such as biting someone. Some dogs also bark at strangers to alert their owners to a potential threat. Alarm barking is triggered by sights and sounds. Dogs who alarm bark may react to strangers even when they are not in their home or yards. Your dog may bark when he sees strangers in the park, on the street, or in an unfamiliar place. Most canine experts agree that yelling, scolding, or even hitting your dog for barking can in fact make his barking worse. If your dog is barking out of fear or anxiety, punishing him will only add to his stress. Instead, you need to train him to respond to strangers in an appropriate way, and to only bark when necessary. We bred dogs to bark, so do not get upset if your dog barks at sudden sounds like car doors slamming and loud noise in the street. However, dogs who bark at strangers require training to ensure they do not become too aggressive towards others. Some dog owners may consider using a muzzle to curtain their dog’s barking. Often, anti bark collars are a form of punishment for your dog that should be a last resort, not a first option. Anti bark collars and muzzles are not as effective as training your dog properly and can lead to other behavioral issues.

Summary in French:

Sachez reconnaitre les causes de l'aboiement lié au territoire. Ne criez pas sur votre chien lorsqu'il aboie. Évitez d'avoir à utiliser une muselière pour empêcher votre chien d'aboyer.


Article in English: Often, friendships are built around common interests. If there's something that drew you and your friend together to begin with, going back to this shared interest can help strengthen your bond.  For example, if you and your friend met at a book club, try agreeing to read the same book. You can meet up once a week to discuss the book. Your friend will love having you there to share this experience. You can also pursue shared interests further together. For example, if you and your friend met in college in a Spanish class, consider attending a Spanish club together. You can help build on your language skills as a pair. As time goes by, friendship can sometimes fall to the wayside. School, work, romantic relationships, and other commitments can put a strain on a friendship. However, if you want to be a nice friend, work on prioritizing the friendships in your life.  Realistically, as life gets busier and busier, you will not be able to see your friends every day or even every week. However, make an effort to get together regularly. It can help to have a regular meet up time. For example, you can agree to have dinner together the first Tuesday of every month. One thing to keep in mind is that you should not prioritize someone who does not prioritize you. You do not want to end up in a one-sided friendship. If you are always the one reaching out and making plans with a particular person, you may be better off tapering off contact. You can work on being a good friend to someone who appreciates your presence. Even if time is an issue, you can still find ways to reach out. Many people find they can stay in touch via social media when life gets hectic. You can also make a point of calling a friend to chat once in awhile if you're too busy to go out regularly. People tend to bond when they laugh together. Your friend will enjoy your company more if the two of you are always laughing. Try to make laughter a priority when you hangout.  Watch funny movies together or go to comedy clubs. Make each other laugh. Do not be...

Summary in French:

Engagez-vous dans des intérêts communs. Faites de l’amitié une priorité. Riez ensemble. Restez toujours en contact malgré la distance.


Article in English: Often, it's possible to get so wrapped up in your own writing that it's easy to skip over obvious errors and mistakes. Take a break from writing for at least a few hours. Sometimes leaving your work for a couple of days can be incredibly beneficial as well. Looking at your work with fresh eyes will allow you to see the errors you previously overlooked because you were so involved in the writing that you could only see what you meant to say rather than what you actually said. Problems with grammar can make your paper look sloppy and unprofessional. Here are some of the most common grammar mistakes:  Sentence fragments. Fragments are incomplete phrases that cannot stand alone as a sentence because they are missing either a verb, a noun, or a complete thought. Parallelism. Errors in parallelism occur when words or groups of words do not appear in the same format or structure within a sentence. Subject-verb agreement. Errors with subject-verb agreement happen when an incorrect verb form is used with a particular subject. For example, he know instead of he knows. Formatting quotes properly allows your reader to easily find the information you are referencing. It also adds to your credibility as an author.

Summary in French:

Prenez du recul. Soyez attentif aux différentes fautes d'orthographe ou de grammaire . Vérifiez le format de vos citations.


Article in English: Often, the first step to healing is realizing that there is a problem. If you have suffered a loss or are going through a major life change, you may be dealing with some form of anxiety or depression. Many people let mental health issues go untreated, because they feel they are not "real" problems. But healing yourself emotionally can be just as important as healing an obvious injury, such as a broken leg.  Take an emotional inventory. Keep a journal that tracks your thoughts and emotions. Do you see patterns? Finding the reason for discomfort is a good place to start healing. If your body has gone through a physical trauma or illness, your mental health can suffer, too. Recognize that in order to heal your body, you need to help your mind heal. Talk about your feelings. It can be very therapeutic to express yourself. Ask a trusted friend if she has time to talk. There are several steps you can take to help yourself mentally heal. If you know the reason that you are not emotionally well, you can change your situation. If you are healing from an illness, for example, reach out to your doctor to talk about your mental health symptoms. Then, work with them to create a plan of action. Taking the first steps toward addressing the reasons you're struggling may help you feel less anxious.  If you need to heal from a traumatic emotional situation, try to establish some order in your life. If you are suffering the loss of a loved one, for instance, follow a routine to help you remember to eat, bathe, and check in with people who care about you. Perhaps you need to heal from a rough patch in your career. Stabilize your situation by actively  accelerating your search for a new job. Get a support system. Surround yourself with family and friends who are supportive. Explain that you need their companionship, and ask them to spend a little extra time with you. Feeling anxious is one of the greatest roadblocks to mental healing. Anxiety can lead to horrible uncertainty, depression, and insomnia. You can do several things to...

Summary in French:

Sachez reconnaître vos problèmes. Trouvez de la stabilité. Réduisez votre anxiété. Prenez soin de vous.


Article in English: Often, when people are labeled "shy," they're actually introverts. Shyness and introversion share some similar traits, but they aren't the same.   Shyness happens when you're afraid or anxious about interacting with others socially. This fear or anxiety can lead you to avoid social situations even when you really want to interact in them. It can often be helped with some behavioral and thought changes.  Introversion is a personality characteristic. It tends to remain fairly stable over time. Introverts don't usually initiate much socializing because they are generally satisfied with a lower level of interaction than extroverts. They don't tend to avoid social situations because of fear or anxiety, but because they simply don't need as much socializing. Research has shown that shyness and introversion aren't strongly correlated. You can be shy but really want to interact with people, or introverted but comfortable hanging out with your closest friends.  You can find a shyness scale and quiz based on this research at Wellesley College's website. Most people fall somewhere between "introvert" and "extrovert." It can even change depending on circumstance. However, if you think your shy guy might actually be an introvert, have a look for some of the following characteristics:  He likes to be alone. In many cases, introverts like to be alone. They don't feel lonely on their own, and they need that alone time to recharge. They aren't anti-social, they just have a lower need to socialize.  He seems to get overstimulated easily. This can apply to social stimulation, but also to physical stimulation! Introverts' biological responses to things like noise, bright lights, and crowds tend to be stronger than those of extroverts. For this reason, they usually try to avoid hyperstimulating environments like nightclubs or carnivals. He hates group projects. Introverts usually would prefer to work on their own, or with just one or two other people. They prefer to work out problems and solutions without outside help.  He likes...

Summary in French:

Sachez faire la différence entre la timidité et l'introversion. Observez les caractéristiques d'introvertis. Sachez que certains traits de personnalité ne peuvent pas être changés. Passez un test avec ce garçon timide.


Article in English: Often, you will already know why your parent is shouting at you. If you didn't clean your room, acted in a disrespectful way, or did something wrong, identify the behavior. Sometimes, you genuinely won't know why your parents are shouting, so try asking.  Say, “Can you tell me why you are shouting?” Ask, “What did I do wrong?” Get advice: “How can I change my behavior?” Once you figure out why your parents are shouting at you, before shouting is necessary, change your behavior so your parents approve of it. This is the safest tactic and the most beneficial in the long run. Most parents will appreciate you trying to act differently.  For example, if your parents shout when you don't do your homework, do your homework every day. Clean your room if they are shouting about you being messy. If your parents say you have an attitude, try to be more respectful. If your parents shout about something you really do not want to change, just compromise with them. They might shout about the way you dress, the color you want to paint your bedroom, or even the food you eat. Compromising a little bit can go a long way.  Tell your parents something is important to you: “I really want to paint my walls red because I think the color is beautiful.” Offer a compromise: “Ok, what if I eat healthy for two meals a day instead of only one?” Ask them to meet you in the middle: “I really don't want to wear baggy jeans. Can't I wear tight jeans some of the time?”

Summary in French:

Essayez de comprendre pourquoi vos parents crient. Changez de comportement. Négociez avec vos parents.


Article in English: Often, you'll want to look at inflation in your own country. However, you might also want to look at the rate of inflation locally, compare the rate of inflation in your city to inflation nationwide, or compare the rate of inflation in your country to the rate in another country.  The prices you choose to measure inflation depend on the place where you want to measure. Your location also impacts the currency. For example, if you wanted to compare the rate of inflation between the US and Australia, you would measure US inflation in US dollars and Australian inflation in Australian dollars. Since the rate itself is expressed as a percentage, it doesn't matter that you're comparing different currencies. The most common inflation formula uses data from the Consumer Price Index (CPI). However, there are many different CPIs. Each country produces its own CPI and various cities and regions may also produce their own CPI data. CPIs may be further divided by population.  For example, in the US, you can use the CPI-U, which measures consumer prices for all urban consumers in the US, or the CPI-W, which measures consumer prices for a subset of urban consumers who earn more than half of their income from clerical or wage-earning occupations. The CPI provides an average of a "basket" of goods commonly purchased by the population measured. Inflation is always measured over a specific timeframe. It could be months, years, or even decades. You'll need the starting point and the ending point for that time frame. Your result will tell you how rapidly prices increased during that time. For example, if you wanted to measure inflation over the course of a year, you would need the CPI number for the previous year and the CPI number for the target year. Your rate would tell you how rapidly prices increased during that year.

Summary in French:

Choisissez le référentiel d’inflation. Pour votre calcul, utilisez les prix de certains produits. Trouvez les deux indices des périodes de référence.


Article in English: Oftentimes, a woman’s interest level is very obvious if you pay attention to her body language.  Many women will touch you slightly or lean into you as you speak if they are interested.  You might also catch her glancing at you from across the room and making eye contact with you at times when you are not even speaking.  These signs could mean that she likes you. If you know her to be a shy person, however, or see that she is reserved around others, then perhaps gauging her body language is not the best indicator of interest. Your mutual friends, if you have them, will also be able to give you great insights on how to ask her out and especially in gauging her interest in you.  If they ever have the chance to be around the both of you simultaneously, ask them to see if they can pick up on any vibes from her that would indicate interest. You might ask them for advice as well on how to talk to her and ask her out. She might not be showing interest in you because you have not shown any in her.  As you are gauging her interest in you, you should be progressively and subtly showing interest in her.  Pay attention to her when she’s talking and always say ‘hello’ when you see her and greet her with a smile. Before you consider pursuing any woman, you should determine her relationship status.  Perhaps the woman you are interested in is a friend or someone you know.  If she is in a relationship, it is probably not best to ask her out, as this could be seen as being disrespectful.  If you don’t know the girl well, however, see if you can ask around about her to determine if she’s dating someone. Social media can be helpful in this area, as well.  Facebook has a relationship option so that you can indicate whether or not you are dating someone.  She might also post about her significant other, if she has one, on other social media sites. Ask her what she thinks about gay rights, homophobia, etc. If she acts disgusted or uncomfortable by the idea or experience, try to listen to her reasons and consider sharing your...

Summary in French:

Observez son langage corporel. Discutez avec des amis(es) en commun. Montrez votre intérêt. Déterminez si elle est célibataire. Renseignez-vous sur ce qu’elle pense de la communauté LGBT. Renseignez-vous pour savoir si elle est attirée par les femmes.


Article in English: Oftentimes, headaches that occur during or after flight are due to a sudden change in altitude. The painkiller ibuprofen may effectively prevent altitude-related headaches before they begin.  In a recent study, hikers preparing for a high-altitude journey were given doses of ibuprofen in the 24 hours prior to their journey. A little over 40% of hikers who took ibuprofen developed altitude-related headaches and nausea. In the control group, where hikers did not take ibuprofen, almost 70% experienced headaches, nausea, and other symptoms.  If you're going to be flying, try taking 600 milligrams of ibuprofen sometime during the 24 hours leading up to the flight. Ibuprofen can be purchased at most drug stores and supermarkets and comes under a variety of names, such as Advil or Motrin. Oftentimes, people suffer from headaches in-flight if they regularly suffer from migraines. Changes in altitude, air pressure, and environment in general can be a trigger for a migraine. Take any normal medications you take to control migraines as, for the most part, there are no safety concerns in regards to taking your regular medication while flying. Acetazolamide is a medication primarily used to treat glaucoma, but it’s also sometimes helpful in relieving symptoms of altitude-related sickness. If you believe your headaches are related to changes in altitude, this medication may be a good option for you.  You will need a prescription for acetazolamide. Talk to your doctor about your headaches during flying and ask them if they think the medication would be safe for you. Acetazolamide is prescribed in different doses with different instructions depending on why you're taking it and your medical history. Follow the instructions on your prescription and do not hesitate to ask a doctor or pharmacists if you have any questions.  Acetazolamide can cause nausea, dizziness, and loss of appetite. These are normal side effects that should pass. If you experience more serious side effects, like fever, rash, or blood in your urine, stop...

Summary in French:

Essayez l'ibuprofène. Prenez vos médicaments habituels contre la migraine. Prenez de l'acétazolamide.


Article in English: Oftentimes, we experience conflict with others because we do not take out the time to thoroughly understand their perspectives. Developing empathy for all humans can help you do this. There are many ways to build up your empathy. Here are a few suggestions:  Aim to listen for understanding rather than responding. You probably spend most of your time listening thinking up what you are going to say next. Take the time to really hear what the other person is saying in your daily interactions. This leaves less room for misunderstandings. Purposely go out of your way to shatter stereotypes. Do you have an unsupported opinion about a certain individual or group? Make an effort to meet, talk to, and get to know this individual(s) and see if your opinion changes. Learn more about the world by reading, watching films or documentaries, and visiting museums that educate you about people from different walks of life. One of the major roadblocks to healthy communication is using language that causes the listener to get defensive. Forming your words in a manner that allows you to express your feelings while not blaming the other person for them can minimize interpersonal conflict. An "I" statement starts by expressing a feeling, explaining the why behind the feeling, and offering a practical solution. An "I" statement might include the following: "I feel unappreciated when you drop tasks on me at the last minute. It would be great if you could try to give me advanced notice next time." Think about how you feel when someone close to you attempts to change some aspect of your nature. Perhaps your mom wants you to redecorate or your significant other doesn't like the way you dress. That probably feels bad, huh? Now, think about someone who seems to accept you for who you are. That feels so much better, right?  Constantly judging, nagging, or shaming others for their wrongness while emphasizing your rightness doesn't do anyone any good. Remember, "a man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still". Trying to change...

Summary in French:

Tentez de faire preuve d’empathie. Parlez à la première personne. Arrêtez d’essayer de changer les autres. Apprenez à vous excuser.


Article in English: Oftentimes, we feel sadder when we are alone. After your break-up, make a point of visiting your friends and family. Perhaps ask a friend to visit you and bring a funny movie. Alternatively, you could dress up and go to dinner with a group of friends. Being in public will help you cry less. When you remember what joy and laughter feel like, you can start to feel better. When socializing after your “final cry,” try to avoid bringing up your ex in conversation. While you certainly should share your feelings with your closest friends, constantly harping on your breakup will make you sadder. When your life has been wrapped up in one person for a long time, it is easy to forget who you are. By joining new activities, whether a sport, club, or musical group, you can craft a new part of your identity. This part of you will not include any memories of your ex. Additionally, if you find some new friends, they won't know you as part of a relationship. They will just get to know you for you. Activities like salsa or swing dance are particularly good. Not only will you learn new skills and exercise but you will meet new people and have platonic physical contact. This can be very important when you are used to having someone to touch. Although you might feel like staying home, leave the house and take a walk or run. Ride your bike or swim. By doing some exercise, your body will release endorphins. This will make you both happier and healthier. One way to feel refreshed is to get a new haircut. You might enjoy being pampered at a salon. Sometimes telling a new or trusted hair stylist about your breakup can be cathartic. Updating your glasses or clothing choices is another option. When so much of yourself is associated with your ex, it can be beneficial to make small changes that make you feel better. Additionally, you might feel that even though your emotions are out of control, you control your style and can still feel confident and good. Avoid drug or alcohol use. Although it is tempting to use substances to alleviate...

Summary in French:

Passez du temps avec ceux que vous aimez. Menez une nouvelle activité. Faites de l'exercice physique . Pensez à changer votre style. Faites des choix sains.


Article in English: Olaplex is a beauty product that is only sold in select salons. Find a salon that you like and trust that carries Olaplex and make an appointment for a treatment. Since the treatment is incorporated into your existing color/styling appointment, it won’t add very much extra time to your time at the salon.  You can use the Olaplex online salon locator at https://locator.olaplex.com/  Make sure you ask the salon if they offer Olaplex treatments when you call. If they do, let them know that's what you're coming in for. Otherwise, they may not have a stylist available to work with you when you arrive. 1 treatment. If you are using the Olaplex in combination with a coloring treatment, your stylist will mix the Olaplex No. 1 solution directly into the bleach, hair dye, or powder lightener before it is applied to your hair. The solution will remain in your hair for as long as the color treatment normally would, then will be simply rinsed out once the allotted time has passed.  If you're not using the Olaplex in combination with a coloring treatment, your stylist will still put it in your hair as a stand-alone treatment. Once the Olaplex has been removed, your hair should feel silky, shiny, and healthier 2 treatment. The Olaplex No. 2 treatment works best if you are getting your hair colored at the same time, or if you have particularly damaged hair. Your stylist will dye your hair using the hair dye that contains Olaplex No. 1, then rinse it out (using no shampoo) after the allotted amount of time. Your hair will be towel-dried and then Olaplex No. 2 will be applied throughout your hair.  You must keep the Olaplex No. 2 in your hair for 10-20 minutes. Once you finish waiting, the stylist will rinse, shampoo, and condition your hair.

Summary in French:

Trouvez une coiffeuse de confiance dans un salon de beauté agréé Olaplex. Commencez le traitement avec la formule Bond Multiplier d'Olaplex. Poursuivez avec la formule Bond Perfector.


Article in English: Old compressors, as well as large ones, tend to be oil-filled. Locate the dipstick near the bottom of one of the compressor’s ends. Pull it out and check to see that the oil level reaches about ⅔ of the way up the stick. If it doesn’t, pour some compressor oil into the tank.  If you need oil, it can be found at most home improvement, hardware, and auto parts stores. If you’re unsure about what kind of compressor you have, consult the owner’s manual. Most small compressors are now oil-free, so that’s why you may not see an oil tank or dipstick. Set the compressor on flat ground. Find the regulator valve, which should be right next to the smaller pressure gauge on 1 end of the compressor. It’s a round, copper-colored, metal plug with a big hole in the middle. Push the pointed end of the hose into the valve to attach it. Hold the hose in 1 hand and the power tool in the other. Slide the tool’s plug into the hose’s free end and twist them together until the tool locks in place. When the tool is on securely, it won’t slide off. If you are pumping a tire, push the coupler onto the tire’s valve. Make sure the compressor’s power switch is turned off before plugging it in. Avoid using extension cords if you can’t reach a working outlet. Instead, get another air hose and plug it into the first one.  To attach 2 hoses together, slide the plug end of 1 hose into the receiving end on the other hose. It works the same way as attaching a power tool to the hose. Extension cords aren’t recommended because they can cause the compressor to overheat.

Summary in French:

Vérifiez le niveau d'huile de la pompe. Connectez le tuyau à la vanne de régulation. Connectez l'outil électrique au tuyau. Branchez le compresseur dans une prise à trois trous.


Article in English: Olive oil and honey is one of the best natural treatment options for damaged hair. To use olive oil and honey, mix half a cup of olive oil with a quarter cup of honey. Work the mixture into your hair. Then, wash the mixture out with a gentle shampoo. Do not use too much shampoo to remove the mixture, as shampoo can dry out damaged hair. Oils like olive, coconut, and almond oil can help replenish hair at the roots. If your hair is damaged, work your chosen oil into your scalp. Gently massage a small amount of oil into your roots and let it sit for two hours. After two hours have passed, rinse the oil out. Mix one tablespoon of mashed avocado, two tablespoons of coconut oil, and a teaspoon of honey together. When you're done, work the mixture into your hair.  You should wrap your hair in a towel after applying this mixture as it gets very messy. Leave the mask in place for 20 minutes before washing it out of your hair. Mash one banana and mix it together with a quarter cup of honey and half a cup of yogurt. Then, work the mixture into your hair. You will need to secure your hair in a towel, as this mixture can drip a lot. Leave the mixture in place for an hour and then wash out your hair.

Summary in French:

Utilisez de l'huile et du miel. Appliquez de l'huile. Faites un masque à l'avocat. Essayez de la banane, du miel et du yaourt.


Article in English: Olive oil and honey work together to deep condition your hair quickly, since the honey moisturizes your hair and the olive oil works to trap it in. Mix 1/4 cup honey and 1/4 cup olive oil in a bowl. Dampen your hair, then use a pastry brush or your fingers to apply the honey and olive oil mixture. Rub it into your hair from the roots to the tips, focusing on the spots that tend to get the driest. You may want to use a plastic shower cap to cover your treated hair. Since this is a quick conditioning method, the best way to apply heat is to use a hair dryer. Set your hair dryer to a medium setting and direct the warm air at your head for at least 10 minutes. Change the positioning of the hair dryer regularly so your entire head of hair gets treated with heat. After 10-30 minutes, remove the plastic cap and rinse the honey and olive oil mixture out of your hair using cool water. Keep rinsing until the water runs clear. Towel dry your hair and then style as usual.

Summary in French:

Préparez votre soin rapide. Appliquez votre soin. Appliquez un peu de chaleur. Rincez vos cheveux.


Article in English: Omega 3s naturally balance your hormones and improve blood circulation to your reproductive organs. They can also help increase your cervical mucus and may help you ovulate. Incorporate omega 3-rich foods into your diet to potentially help you get pregnant while you’re breastfeeding. Foods rich in omega 3 are fatty fish, cod liver oil, canola oil, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, cashews, avocado, sunflower seeds, almonds, sesame seeds, olive oil, corn oil and safflower oil. Royal jelly is made by bees and may help increase your fertility. It contains vitamin B6, which boosts your progesterone levels, as well as fatty acids that improve your egg quality. Additionally, it may help balance your hormones and maintain healthy gut bacteria to support your fertility. Take a daily supplement of royal jelly if your doctor says it’s safe. While supplements are generally safe, they aren’t right for everyone. Check with your doctor to make sure royal jelly is safe for you. Good nutrition can help balance your hormones so your cycle can return. Additionally, it may help you conceive and have a healthy baby. Consume prenatal vitamins daily to help you get the nutrition you need to breastfeed and increase your chances of getting pregnant. Always check with your doctor before taking any vitamins and supplements.

Summary in French:

Consommez des aliments riches en acides gras omégas-3. Renseignez-vous sur les suppléments de gelée royale. Prenez des vitamines prénatales.


Article in English: Omega-3 fatty acids help protect against inflammation and have also been shown to improve people’s overall mood, ability to cope with stress, and ability to kick substance-abuse habits. Omega-3 fatty acids are especially prevalent in oily fish like tuna, mackerel and salmon.  In addition, walnuts, olive oil and avocado are also good sources of healthy fats. Include 1 serving daily. These carbs are believed to increase the level of serotonin in the brain.  This neurotransmitter is thought to be responsible for mood balance.  Higher levels have shown to have a calming effect.  Complex carbohydrates include foods such as:  quinoa, whole grain oats, brown rice, 100% whole grain bread and pasta. Complex carbs are also known to be higher in fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals compared to refined or simple carbohydrates. Recent studies have demonstrated that chamomile can reduce symptoms of anxiety.  Most people with generalized anxiety disorder noticed modest benefits after regularly consuming chamomile tea.  Chamomile is available in a variety of forms including:  tea, topical ointment, capsules, liquid extracts and dried flower heads. If drinking chamomile tea, drink three to four cups daily for a modest benefit. This is an essential amino acid in the human diet - meaning we have to get it from foods, we cannot make it ourselves.  Tryptophan is a precursor to serotonin, the neurotransmitter responsible for mood balance.  In addition, tryptophan can reduce anxiety by promoting better sleep. Examples of foods high in tryptophan include:  cheese, chicken, soy products, eggs, tofu, fish, milk, turkey, nuts, peanuts and peanut butter, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds. To make tryptophan-laden meals more effective, make them high in complex carbohydrates. Carbs make tryptophan more available in the brain to make serotonin. These vitamins (primarily folate, B12 and B1) are believed to combat anxiety by affecting your brain’s production of certain neurotransmitters (like serotonin).  Eat a variety of foods containing...

Summary in French:

Mangez plus d'aliments contenant des acides gras de type omégas-3. Consommez des glucides complexes. Buvez du thé à la camomille. Consommez des aliments qui sont riches en tryptophanes. Mangez des aliments riches en vitamines B. Incluez des aliments riches en protéines dans votre petit-déjeuner. Restez bien hydraté tout au long de la journée.


Article in English: On a chopping board, use a paring knife to scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean carefully. Add these seeds to the milk, with the scraped bean pod. Take the saucepan off the heat, cover with a lid, and allow infusing for at least an hour.  You can tell if a vanilla bean is good quality by smelling it. You should be able to smell the vanilla. Don't be fooled by the plumpness of the bean -- a plump bean doesn't automatically equal more flavor, it may just have a high water content. If the bean smells smoky, this means the bean was not left to dry out properly, rather it was quickly flash dried over a fire. If this is the case, the vanilla beans are probably not of a high quality. Remove the vanilla bean and spoon the mixture into your ice cream maker. From this point, you can follow the manufacturer's instructions to find out how to freeze the ice cream mixture in your particular machine.

Summary in French:

Dans une casserole de taille moyenne, faites chauffer le lait, le sucre et le sel. Retirez la crème glacée du réfrigérateur.


Article in English: On a phone or tablet, open the Facebook app—it's the blue icon with a white “F.” If you're on a computer (or don't have the app), visit https://www.facebook.com in a web browser.  If you're not already signed into Facebook, enter your login information and click Log In. Use this method to see Pages on which your friend has clicked "Like." Pages are Facebook accounts set up for companies, products, celebrities, services, bands—basically any Facebook page that isn't a typical person's profile. You can find it by typing their name into the search box at the top of the screen and selecting it from the search results. It's beneath your friend's profile photo in the app, and below the cover photo in your browser. You may have to scroll down pretty far if your friend's profile contains a lot of information. Now you'll see the entire list of Pages your friend likes. If you don't see a Likes section, your friend either has not liked any Pages or has made this section private.

Summary in French:

Allez sur Facebook. Allez sur le profil de l'ami. Cliquez ou appuyez sur À propos. Défilez vers le bas et cliquez ou appuyez sur Mentions J'aime.


Article in English: On a plain sheet of paper, draw the wing shape you want for your snitch. A simpler shape will make the wire easier to form. Form two lengths of wire into the shape of the wings.  Cut about four inches of wire for each wing using wire cutters. Bend the wire using wire cutters into the shape you've drawn for your wings. Twist the two ends of the wire together into a tight coil. Fold the paper with the wing shape drawn on it in half so that you can cut out two identical copies of the wings. Cut the wings out. Using plain craft glue, coat the length of the wire wings. Place the paper wings on the wire, and let dry. Spray adhesive on each side of the wings and sprinkle glitter on them. Shake off the excess glitter. Alternatively, you can use tissue paper. Push a sheet of tissue paper onto the glue-coated wire, and then cut it down to size. Apply a liberal amount of super glue to each wing coil. Hold the coils onto the ball for thirty seconds, or until the connection is stable.  Make sure the wings are on opposite sides of the ball. If your ornament is made of glass and not plastic, you might need to use something other than super glue, like fabric glue.

Summary in French:

Préparez les ailes. Terminez les ailes. Collez les ailes à une boule.


Article in English: On a pool pump, place it in the strainer basket. If you're priming a water pump for a building, just connect it to the fixture nearest the water tank. You now have a source of water flowing into the new building or pool. At the beginning, you'll hear air flowing through the system. This is normal. You should hear water filling the tank or, if you have a water pressure gauge, notice the level rising. On a pool pump, fill the strainer basket and close its lid. Once you see water coming out the opposite end, you can turn off the turn off the water to the hose. This should take but a few minutes.  When the water stops flowing on the opposite end (where you're trying to get the water to), the water system has been pressurized. However, don't disconnect the hose, just in case you end up needing to repeat the process.

Summary in French:

Insérez le bout du tuyau dans l'ouverture de la pompe. Ouvrez le robinet d'arrivée d'eau dans le tuyau. Attendez que l'eau entre dans le réservoir. Fermez le robinet d'arrivée d'eau dans le tuyau.


Article in English: On all Samsung tablets, pressing and holding the Power and Volume Down buttons at the same time will prompt your tablet to take a screenshot after a second. On Samsung tablets which have physical Home buttons, you can also hold down Power and Home to take a screenshot. You'll find the Power button at the top of the right side of the tablet's housing, and the Volume Down button will be the bottom button in the "Volume" group of buttons on the right side of your tablet. If you have a tablet that has a physical Home button, it will be at the bottom of the screen. Open the app, screen, or page on which you want to take a screenshot. Press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons, and don't release them until prompted. This indicates that a screenshot has been taken. You should also see the screenshot's preview appear in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and a photo icon will appear in the notification bar in the top-left corner of the screen. Once you've taken your screenshot, you can open it in one of the following ways:   Notifications menu — Swipe down from the top of the screen, then tap the Screenshot captured notification.  Gallery — Open the Gallery photos app, tap the ALBUMS tab, tap the Screenshots album, and tap your screenshot.

Summary in French:

Sachez quels boutons utiliser. Localisez les boutons sur votre tablette. Allez à l'élément que vous souhaitez capturer. Maintenez enfoncés les boutons de capture d'écran. Relâchez les boutons lorsque l'écran fera un zoom arrière. Affichez la capture d'écran.


Article in English: On iPhones this will be labeled “Find My Phone,” while on Android devices, it’s called the “Android Device Manager.” This program will track your phone’s location and relay this information to the cloud. It’s important that you set this feature up while you still have your phone with you, as there is no way to enable Find My Phone if your phone has already been stolen.   Find My Phone is a component of Apple’s cloud-based server, iCloud, which backs up and stores your phone’s data. If you have not yet set up an iCloud account, you won’t be able to use the Find My Phone app. Set up an iCloud account through your phone’s “Settings” menu, then locate “iCloud” and tap the “Account” to sign in.  In order for the Device Manager to locate your stolen phone, you’ll need to have the GPS-tracking “Location” setting turned on. You can turn Lost Mode on remotely: you’ll need to login to your iCloud or your Android Device Manager account, and can turn on Lost Mode from there. With Lost Mode turned on, whoever stole your phone will be unable to login and shouldn’t have access to any of your phone’s data or apps.  Once you’ve recovered your missing phone, you can turn off Lost Mode by entering your passcode on the phone’s home screen. Even if your iPhone or Android is offline (not connected to the internet), you can still remotely lock the phone. You’ll do this through logging in to your online account. Any settings that you change on your device will take effect the next time the phone is online. If your iPhone has been stolen, you can track its physical location online at www.icloud.com/find. This will bring up a map showing the current location of your phone. The map will show real-time movements, so if your phone is on a bus or subway car, you’ll be able to follow it along the map.  If your Android phone has been stolen—or you prefer to setup your account on a computer rather than on your phone—you can access the Device Manager online at: www.google.com/android/devicemanager. Logging into this website will show you your...

Summary in French:

Activez votre application de géolocalisation. Activez le Mode Perdu. Localisez votre mobile en ligne. Verrouillez votre smartphone. Faites sonner votre smartphone. Téléchargez une application de tracking.


Article in English: On one hand, a commercial pesticide is sometimes an effective way to quickly kill off the pests. The whitefly, however, is notoriously resistant to chemical products. Furthermore, these chemicals are often toxic to other organisms in the immediate ecosystem – including the plants and benign insects in your garden, pets and local wildlife, and even your family. Try to keep pesticides as a last resort. Indeed, the eggs and pupae are able to resist most common insecticides. If you do use chemicals, be sure to switch them out in several-day rotations to keep your fly population from adapting. Even so, there is a strong chance that the whiteflies will adapt. You may unwittingly create a strain of pesky super-flies!

Summary in French:

Comprenez les risques et les avantages liés aux produits chimiques. Sachez que les aleurodes deviennent résistants aux pesticides.


Article in English: On the Facebook home page, enter your email address and password to log into your Facebook account. Ensure that you log into Facebook (and other sites) at the correct address: www.facebook.com. It’s important to make sure that your address bar actually says www.facebook.com and not something like facebook.co, face.com, or facebook1.com etc. Phishers often choose sites that you may accidentally type into your address bar when in a hurry. Once you’re logged into your Facebook account, click on the downward-pointing triangle in the top right corner of your page (along the blue bar). This will open a drop-down menu. Just above “Log out” you’ll see “Settings.” Click on “Settings” to open your Settings menu. If you need to change your password, click on the “General” tab in “Settings,” then click on “Edit” to the right of “Password.” You’ll need to enter your current password before entering in your new one, then click on “Save Changes.” Once you have the Settings window open, you’ll see a number of tabs on the left side of the Settings window. “Security” should be the second tab down, just under “General.” Click on “Security” to open your security settings. In your Security Settings window, you’ll see a list of settings that you can adjust. To adjust these settings, you’ll click on “Edit,” which appears (in blue) to the right of of the specific settings.

Summary in French:

Connectez-vous à votre compte. Ouvrez vos paramètres. Ouvrez les paramètres de sécurité.


Article in English: On top of getting into a new school, new students have to deal with a whole new schedule. They’ll probably have a lot of questions about the classes themselves, where they are and even the teachers.  See if there any resources at your school to help students with their schedules, then ask the new kid if they have access to them, and help them if they don't. If your school doesn't have such resources, improvise! Get them a planner, help them make their schedule, and print a list of school events. The first day is particularly stressful for new kids, and you’ll want to make sure they’re doing well throughout the day. Try to make yourself available  frequently after that too, though. Make sure you’re also checking on the new kid throughout their first few weeks at their new school.  If you’re comfortable doing so, give them your phone number or social media contact info. This gives them the chance to reach out to you whenever they need it.  Some new kids may not want to be checked in on. If they tell you they don't need help, respect their answer. Changing schools can be especially jarring, especially if it’s done after the beginning of the year. A new kid’s head might be spinning with all the new things they have to learn about their school and fellow classmates.  Offer to do your homework together. Take some time between classes or at lunch to help them with anything they’re having difficulties with. If English is the new student’s second language, you can be very helpful by giving them a hand with their homework.

Summary in French:

Aide-le avec son emploi du temps. Vérifie fréquemment si tout se passe bien. Si vous êtes dans la même classe, aide-le avec ses devoirs.


Article in English: On your path to become a film director, you will need to develop your resume with other types of directing jobs, like directing music videos, TV shows, and commercials. The paychecks you receive for these jobs won't be in the millions, but these jobs will help to fill out your resume with directing experience. Some of these gigs will pay well and you may even enjoy the work, so don’t turn down a directing job just because it is for a commercial and not a feature length film. Making short films with friends you have made in the industry is the quickest way to bulk up your reel. Work with the friends you've made, and with others who are also trying to break into the industry. Sometimes the budget will come out of your own pocket, sometimes it won't, but it's a necessary step on the ladder to success. nter your shorts into film festivals. If you have a film you're particularly proud of, then you can enter it into a film festival. The great part about it is that you can enter a film festival anywhere. There are probably some film festivals in your state or region that you can participate in.  Sundance receives 12,000 submissions per year, so it is competitive. You may want to start smaller and work your way up. Just make sure you meet the deadline and formatting requirements!  Quentin Tarantino's "Reservoir Dogs" was discovered at Sundance Film Festival and Steven Spielberg stumbled upon a then unheard of film called "Paranormal Activity" at a film festival. Your reel, or portfolio, is what you'll be submitting to any project that's looking for a director, so it is important to make sure that it is impressive.  Models submit their modeling portfolios, actors submit their headshots and resumes, and directors submit their reels. Your reel should include information about your education, professional experience, and films. Here's what you'll need:  Information on your educational experience An accompanying resume showing your experience to date Your contact information Clips that also show your skills in editing,...

Summary in French:

Trouvez d'autres activités pour parvenir à votre but. Réalisez des courts-métrages plus avancés. Proposez vos courts-métrages dans les festivals du film. Réalisez votre CV. Travaillez vos compétences relationnelles


Article in English: Once a current is flowing through the coil, it can interact with a magnet. Either hold the magnet close to the coil, or tape it to the battery right underneath the coil. The closer the magnet is to the coil the stronger it will interact. See what happens when you spin the coil. Depending on the direction the current is flowing and the side of the magnet that is interacting with the coil, the coil may continue to spin or may not. If the coil does not keep spinning, try spinning the other direction. Different variations will give you different results. The coil may spin faster, slower, or not at all if you change something. Try moving the magnet closer to or further from the coil, pick a stronger or weaker magnet, or use the other side of the magnet. These variations are a fun way to understand the forces in an electric motor.

Summary in French:

Rapprochez l'aimant de la bobine. Faites tourner la bobine. Essayez d'autres méthodes.


Article in English: Once in the squat position it's time to relax and let nature take its course.  Although this step isn't very different from using a western toilet, it has been demonstrated that squatting during a bowel movement can make it easier on the body.  Just relax and do what you need to do. Once you are all done using the squat toilet it is time to clean up.  Many places that use squat toilets may not use toilet paper, using instead a sprayer or a pot of water and your hand.  Look around the squat toilet to find which method has been made available to you.  Most pots of water will have a small ladle.  Splash water using the ladle while wiping the area with your hand. Using a sprayer is the same idea as the water pot and ladle.  Spray water and wipe the area clean with your other hand. You can bring toilet paper with you.  However, many toilets may be unable to flush paper without clogging. If you used toilet paper to clean up after using the squat toilet, you will need to properly dispose of it.  Not all plumbing systems are equipped to deal with flushing toilet paper and it can cause serious damage to those systems.  Always properly dispose of your toilet paper once you are done using a squat toilet. If there is a trash bin near the squat toilet, chances are it is intended for used toilet paper. Some squat toilets will have a handle and will flush like a western style toilet.  However, many may not have this feature and you are still required to flush and clean up after you have used the toilet.  Always leave the squat toilet looking clean for the next person.  Use the water bucket provided to make sure any waste is flushed down the toilet. There may be a foot pedal that can be used to flush the squat toilet. If there is a brush nearby use it to wipe away any footprints you may have left on the sides of the toilet.

Summary in French:

Faites vos besoins. Nettoyez. Jetez le papier. Tirez la chasse d'eau.


Article in English: Once more, there are three traditional ways you can do this:  Cold calling or door-knocking. You literally grab the phone book (those surprisingly do still exist) and start making phone calls with a smile plastered on your face. You could also get a list of names from the county clerk for a neighborhood and go door-knocking. Yes, dogs may chase you. A list of possible clients. You can either buy these from a marketing firm or your employer may give them to you. Considerably better than being accused of trespassing. Going through your own network. Hitting up friends, friends of friends, long lost uncles of friends of friends, joining exchange clubs and various organizations to hit their members, etc. Quite obviously, the stock market is not a 2 + 2 = 4 kind of place. There are a billion factors going on at once that you have to learn to account for. You'll be giving people advice and risking their hard earn money. There's quite a lot to get used to. Quite a lot being a vast understatement, of course.  The amount of money you bring home will increase with each year. The easier your job gets, the more money you'll make, surprisingly enough. It's really getting the ball rolling that's the hardest part. Initially you'll be working all the time. Whenever you can get to clients, you'll be working. That means nights, weekends, and holidays. But when you have a firm client base, you'll find yourself working 6 hour days and taking time off whenever you need. It just could take years to get there. You'll be meeting quotas from day one. If you don't get people to cave to your salesmanship, your job is on the line. Until you have a bank of people you can depend on to invest with you, the pressure will be on 24/7. It can be quite a lot for some people. Again, if you're not a super salesman, a discount broker or bank broker may be more up your alley. Sales is not for everyone. You could also start at a bank or discount, build your network, and then go to a full-service broker. Your entire job is about getting people to...

Summary in French:

Constituez votre clientèle. Soyez au-dessus du lot. Habituez-vous à la pression constante des opérations de vente. Soyez convaincant. Communiquez efficacement. Travaillez pour le compte d'un courtier indépendant.


Article in English: Once the Edit Skills page loads, click on the first green button that will say “Add Skill(s).” Add as many skills as you want. You will notice that once you start typing a skill, a list of popular skills will be displayed, and you can select your skills by clicking on them when you see them. Try to sound as professional as you possibly can when assigning skills to yourself, e.g., “Creative Writing” instead of “I write poetry on my spare time.” Simply click on the “Add skills” button on the box to post the skills to your page. You will see items to the right of each skill, such as “Tested,” and there will either be a check mark, a blank, or an N/A next to it to signify whether or not you took the specified test for a particular skill. Beside each skill is a check box. If you uncheck it, the skill will not show up on your profile. To uncheck skills, simply click on them. It’s optional, but you can take the test for a particular skill you listed down if you haven’t yet, and if there is a test available for it. You will know because there will be a gray box beside the display box that will say “Take Test.” Click on it to start the test for that skill set. The results of your test will be saved automatically, and you will have successfully added skills to your Elance profile.

Summary in French:

Ajoutez des compétences pertinentes. Sauvegardez les compétences que vous avez ajoutées. Spécifiez si vous avez passé des tests en rapport avec vos compétences. Finalisez ce qui apparait sur votre profil. Décidez si vous voulez passer les tests liés à vos compétences.


Article in English: Once the patient is lying down, small patches called electrodes will be attached to the chest, arms and legs.  These areas are cleaned with a special EKG paste that helps in improving the transmission of the electrical impulses. The area may need to be shaved prior to the EKG so that the electrodes stick on the skin. The patches are then connected to the EKG machine by wires and this helps to turn the electrical conductivity of the patient’s heart into wavy lines that are printed on a paper. The ten electrodes of the EKG machine should be clearly labeled, as this helps the caregiver to know where they should be placed on the patient’s body. The correct labels and corresponding positions on the body are as follows:  RA: Positioned on the right arm making sure to avoid the thick muscle LA: Positioned on the same place as RA but on the left arm RL: Placed on the lateral calf muscle of the right leg LL: Positioned on the same place as RL but on the left leg V1: Placed between the fourth and fifth ribs at the intercostals space, at the right side of the sternum (breastbone) V2: Placed between the fourth and fifth ribs at the intercostals space, to the left of the sternum V3: Placed between leads V4 and V2 V4: Positioned in the fifth intercostal space between the fifth and sixth ribs, in the middle of the clavicle. V5: Placed horizontally at an even place with V4 in the anterior axillary line on the left V6: Placed horizontally at an even place with V4 and V5 in the middle place of the axillary line. The patient is advised not to move while the procedure is being done, because any movement will alter the results of the test and prevent a clear diagnosis. The health care provider may also ask the patient to hold their breath while the procedure is being done, and it is important for the patient to follow the instructions that are given.

Summary in French:

Demandez au patient de s'allonger. Assurez-vous que les électrodes soient placées correctement. Demandez au patient de rester immobile et de retenir son souffle.


Article in English: Once the person is booked and you have a set bail amount, you can finally pay the bail to have the person released. The exact office you pay varies by location, but it is usually an officer for the police or sheriff’s department that made the arrest, or it may also be a clerk at the superior court in the jurisdiction of the appropriate county.  You can pay bail with cash or a check, and many courts also accept credit cards. You typically only need the name of the accused when you go in to pay bail; however, the specific office may require additional case information, which you can usually find on the website for the appropriate court. Whether the accused is released on their own recognizance or you post bail, the next most helpful thing you can do is arrange a ride for the person. He or she will be released from the holding facility without anything but what they had on them when booked. Especially without cab fare on them, the person will appreciate having a way to get home. Bail amounts are essentially insurance policies to make sure that the person returns for their actual court date. Once the person shows up for a court date, the bail amount is returned to you in full. Make sure the person whose bail you paid shows up for this court date in order to have your bail amount returned; you will not get the money back otherwise.

Summary in French:

Payez la caution. Organisez un moyen de transport pour la personne. Assurez-vous que la personne se présente pour sa date d'audience.


Article in English: Once the plumbing in your bathroom is complete, you may still run into problems in the future. To unclog a toilet, press a plunger against the hole and push the plunger up and down.  If that does not work, you can use a closet auger, which has a coil at the end that goes into the toilet, and a handle at the other end which makes the coil go deeper into the pipes. If your sink clogs, you can use the plunger or with an auger. You can also clean out the trap under the sink by removing the cover to the trap. It will be located at the bottom of the pipe right before it enters the wall. Stick a hanger or a wire through the trap to see if you can pull anything out. If that does not work, disconnect the pipe using a wrench and clean it out using detergent. Remove the strainer for the floor drain and push the hose into it as far down as it will go. Stuff rags around the hose at the drain entrance to close up the hole. Turn the water on at full force and then turn it off again. Continue turning it on and off until the water flows freely through it. For the bathtub drain, unscrew the overflow plate and lift it out. Run the coil for the auger through the pipe to unclog the drain.

Summary in French:

Servez-vous d'une ventouse pour déboucher vos toilettes. Débouchez votre lavabo avec une ventouse ou un furet. Servez-vous d'un tuyau pour une évacuation par le sol. Débouchez votre baignoire avec un furet.


Article in English: Once the signs have added up and you feel like you've already found out that he's cheating, it's time to make him confess. The easiest way is just to have a conversation about it. Then you can avoid snooping through his stuff, getting hurt when you see something you don't like, and spare yourself the extra pain and humiliation. Here's how to do it:  Catch him off guard. You should still pick the right time and place to do it, but you should ask him when he's not expecting it so he'll be less likely to come up with a brilliant lie. Tell him you'd prefer honesty over more lies. Make it sound like he's doing you a favor by confessing---which he really is doing. Say, "I think we'll both feel better once this is out in the open." Make it sound like he would be very relieved to stop lying to you. He probably will. Living a double life is exhausting. Make eye contact. Be really sincere. Show him that he's really hurting you. If you're afraid to ask yourself but don't want to take the extreme route of following him or looking through his things, ask one of your friends, or even one of his friends who you really like. Chances are, if his friend knows about his shady behavior, he may not feel good about it, either. If you're afraid to have a conversation or feel like you don't have enough evidence, follow him to see what he's really up to. You have to be sneaky about it or he'll know, lose trust in you, and won't give you any evidence. Here's what to do:  Follow him in a friend's car. If he says he's hanging out with the boys and you really want to see what he's doing, follow him in a friend's car so he doesn't notice it's you. "Pop in" on him when he's not expecting it. Come over at random times, like when he says he's cleaning for you or not feeling well. If he's not feeling well, bring over some soup and act like you're trying to be sweet. Whether he's with another girl or not, see how he acts. Is he happy to see you, or angry that you showed up without warning? See if he's really working overtime. That's easy. Just...

Summary in French:

Demandez-lui s'il vous trompe. Suivez-le. Fouillez dans ses affaires. Embauchez un détective privé.


Article in English: Once you are a going concern, you should consider what steps you can take to boost your profits and make more money from your wholesale business. The first thing to think about is how you can increase your sales by improving your marketing. This isn't just a case of increasing your visible presence and promoting your business through social media, although you should be doing these things. You should think of ways to improve your offer to customers and communicate more clearly.  Consider focusing on one product at a time and developing specific promotional campaigns for specific product lines.  If you are selling to other businesses, ensure you are involved in good business-to-business (or B2B) networks and portals. There are numerous forums and registries to which you can sign up and increase your presence in business circles. Changing your pricing strategy can have a significant impact on your margins. You can encourage larger orders from customers by introducing tiered pricing. This is particularly relevant if you are selling to retailers or other businesses rather than to individual customers. Take time to carefully figure out a good pricing approach for your business. A tiered pricing strategy could look like this:  If the buyer purchases 100 units of Product A, the cost is $10 per unit. If the buyer purchases 50 units of Product A, the cost is $12 per unit. If the buyer purchases 10 units of Product A, the cost is $15 per unit. One way to increase your profits is to decrease your costs of doing business. An increasingly popular way to run a wholesale business is by drop shipping. If you do this you can very low costs as at no point are you actually handling the goods.  You take the sale and pass it on to the supplier who then ships the products. This can be a way into a market that requires relatively little initial funding.  Although your costs will be lower, so will the margin on each unit. Do plenty of research and contact suppliers about the prices in order to determine the returns you can generate....

Summary in French:

Améliorez votre markéting. Ajustez votre politique de prix. Envisagez des envois directs pour optimiser votre activité. Changez vos fournisseurs. Concluez des affaires avec de nouveaux fournisseurs.


Article in English: Once you are ready to initiate a bite, part your lips slightly and let your teeth gently graze your kissing partner's bottom lip. Your teeth should only graze at this point and should not yet move in for a bite. Grazing your teeth against your partner's lip foreshadows the bite itself. If your kissing partner is not comfortable with a bite, this signal lets him or her know that now is the time to redirect your efforts or pull back. Take your kissing partner's bottom lip in between your top and bottom teeth. Use light pressure to grab the lip and tug down on it just a bit. Typically, you should aim for the bottom lip. You can experiment by nibbling on the upper lip, as well, but a light bite and tug on the bottom lip is usually considered to be more sensual. The idea behind biting someone's lip during a kiss is to give him or her a little thrill to heighten the passion and intimacy of the kiss. Do not make the bite itself the main feature of the kiss; instead, you should treat it as a little garnish to make the presentation all the more appealing. You can give your kissing partner a few gentle bites in this manner, but even if you use gentle nibbles, doing too much can quickly cause his or her lip to turn raw and bloody. This, of course, will probably be a major turn off, and you may find your kissing partner a little less eager to lean in for another smooch the next time around – if that time comes around at all.  If done right, your kissing partner will get chills from the biting, not pinches or stabs of pain. Think of the experience as a sweet-and-spicy sort of deal. Kissing is sweeter while bites are a little on the spicier side. Combining the two “flavors” can lead to a more memorable experience. A good kiss will be good for both people involved. You might be enjoying yourself, but you need to make sure that the person you kiss can enjoy himself or herself, too.  A negative reaction could mean that you are biting down more than you realized or that your kissing partner has sensitive lips that are easily...

Summary in French:

Laissez vos dents érafler les lèvres de votre partenaire. Attrapez doucement sa lèvre entre vos dents. Ne le faites pas durer trop longtemps. Entrecoupez vos baisers de petits mordillages. Faites attention aux réactions de votre partenaire.


Article in English: Once you are safely at port, lower your sails by removing the tension from any of the lines, "halyards", holding the sails up. Once you have lowered your mainsail, it may be neatly "flaked" and secured to the boom with several ties, then covered. When your sails are not in use for a significant amount of time, they should be loosely folded and placed in their sail bags. You may need to do this for both your mainsail and the jib. Remove all sail battens from their pockets before folding the main.  Do not fold your sails the same way every time or they will develop deep creases that will not be shaken out by the wind. Your sails should be stored when they are dry and mostly salt-free, as wet sails that are stored are generally inclined to grow mildew. Secure lines by tying them to cleats. Neatly wrap all loose lines up and secure them with ties, out of the way of anyone walking around on the deck. Wash the deck of salt, particularly if you have a teak deck. Salt can leave stains on the wood.

Summary in French:

Affaler et ranger les voiles. Procéder au nettoyage d'usage.


Article in English: Once you arrive at the hospital or surgical center, you will likely be asked to sign some forms stating you understand the procedure, you consent to have the procedure done, and forms about general hospital policies.  You will also be asked some general health questions, including what time you last had something to eat or drink.  Questions about any medications you may have taken in the past 24 hours will also be asked, and probably questions about recent smoking and alcohol use. You will be given a certain type of hospital gown to put on, and asked to remove your clothing.  Once properly dressed, you will be asked to get on a gurney, or rolling bed, and taken to an area just outside the operating room.  At that point, an IV will be started and medication will be administered through the IV to help you to relax, and fall asleep.  The actual surgery time is between 15 to 45 minutes in most cases of penile frenuloplasty, and usually less than 15 minutes for oral frenuloplasty. You will wake up in the recovery room, and will have your temperature, blood pressure, breathing, and operation site checked by a nurse.  Many people feel nauseous after receiving general anesthesia. If this is the case, let the nurse know and you will be given a medication to help.  As you become more alert, you may experience some mild pain. Let the nurse know that as well, and you will be given medication for the pain. As soon as you feel up to it, start taking sips of water. When you are more fully awake, you may have something light to eat and drink as normal. Most people go home on the same day of their surgery.  In some cases, an overnight stay may be the safest option. Your surgeon will make that decision.  Once you are fully alert and awake from the anesthesia, are able to eat and drink without feeling sick, your wound is not bleeding, and you are able to pass urine normally, you can go home. You may not be permitted to leave the facility unless someone is with you to drive.  Because you are mildly under the effects of residual...

Summary in French:

Attendez-vous à répondre à des questions. Changez-vous et portez une chemise d’hôpital. Attendez-vous à voir des infirmières à votre réveil. Commencez à manger et à boire. Préparez-vous à rentrer à la maison. Demandez à quelqu’un de vous ramener à la maison.


Article in English: Once you decide which method you want to use for moving, ask the company for a quote on your move. They will give you a detailed breakdown of the cost.  Make sure the quote includes any insurance cost or taxes so you understand the full amount of the move. Ask about extra delivery fees or if assistance loading and unloading is included. If you are driving to your new home, you need to calculate the cost of gas to make the drive. If you're flying to your new destination, find out what the average cost of a one way plane ticket for each member of your family will be for your flight.  Determine the number of miles you'll be driving. Divide the number of miles by the average miles per gallon your car gets. Multiply by the national price average for a gallon of gasoline. If you're moving somewhere that you can't drive to in one day, you'll need to include money for your hotels. You also need to budget for your meals while you're on the trip, including snacks. Choosing hotels with free breakfast can be a budget-friendly deal to help you save on food.

Summary in French:

Demandez un devis. Calculez le cout du voyage jusqu'à votre nouvelle maison. Prévoyez le cout des repas et des nuits d'hôtel.


Article in English: Once you finish washing your bear, get rid of as much water as you can without handling the bear too harshly, so that it dries quicker and more thoroughly. Squeeze water from its limbs, torsos, and head, but be careful to keep their original shape. Do not wring or twist them as you would with a bath towel. Then use a towel to softly pat any remaining moisture from their fur. For best results, let your toy dry on its own. Either set it on top of a drying rack, away from direct sunlight, and let it sit overnight, or set it in a drying bag and hang that from a laundry line, as long as the laundry line is shaded. Do not hang the bear itself from any laundry line or rack, since this may damage it. Setting up a fan to blow directly on the bear will help it to dry out quicker. For quicker results, use a laundry dryer or hair dryer to speed things up. However, there is considerable risk in ruining your bear this way, so be extra careful. If you use a laundry dryer, stick with the air cycle. Check the bear every few minutes to make sure no damage has occurred. If you use a hair dryer, be mindful of the heat. Set it to its coolest setting and hold the dryer at least a foot away from the bear as you dry it. If your bear was too delicate for a machine-wash, consider it to be too delicate for a machine-dry, as well. Once the bear has dried out, use a clean comb or brush to freshen up its fur. Judge the feel of it as you do so. Although the fur’s quality won’t ever be the same once you start washing it, be on the lookout for any areas that feel crunchy. This may be a sign of soap that wasn’t rinsed out, so if your bear feels crunchy all over, either rinse it out and dry it all over again, or be sure to use less soap in the future.

Summary in French:

Enlevez soigneusement l’excès d'eau. Laissez-la se sécher à l’air libre. Utilisez un sèche-linge. Brossez l'ours.


Article in English: Once you get out there more, you will realize that, no matter where you are, there are both good people and bad people. Be aware of the kind of people around you. Watch new acquaintances closely before deciding if they are loyal. Give people the benefit of the doubt until they prove themselves untrustworthy.  If you have a tendency to get too close too fast, bring someone along for initial meetings with new acquaintances so that you can get a second opinion before beginning new friendships or relationships. The human brain takes just a few milliseconds to decide whether a person is trustworthy, so don't get frustrated with yourself if you can't help but quickly believe the best of people. Being less naive doesn't mean you have to become a cynic. Meeting someone new can be fresh and exciting, but you need to watch for certain indicators that a person may not have your best interests at heart.  Not all liars look away while telling a lie. The most experienced liars can hold eye contact even when being deceitful. Fidgeting may be a sign of dishonesty, especially if it only occurs during specific incidents or stories rather than being a general habit.  Other body language that indicates dishonesty includes frequent throat clearing or swallowing, a hand near the base of the neck (such as toying with a necklace), learning backward, or a lack of "emphatic gestures" such as pointing or head tilting. No one sign is proof that the person is lying, and many of these behaviors could just be a sign of nervousness. However, if you see several of them at once, it may be a sign of dishonesty.  Be wary of new people who are extremely interested in you. Individuals trying to learn too much about you too quickly are a red flag, particularly if they are concerned about your personal life, work, or financial situation. These people may have an underlying motivation to be friends with you. Engage in surface-level conversations until you feel more comfortable with new acquaintances. Listen more to what the other person says rather...

Summary in French:

Soyez plus attentif. Déterminez les personnes à qui vous pouvez faire confiance. Identifiez les signes de malhonnêteté . Écoutez plus attentivement et parlez moins. Apprenez à analyser les autres. N'essayez pas de changer les autres. Ayez confiance en vous. Laissez-vous du temps.


Article in English: Once you get your new tank and your tank additions, you will need to wash them in warm water. Do not use any soap or detergents to wash the gravel, rocks, or ornaments, just warm water. This will ensure these items are free of dirt, bacteria, and toxins.  You can wash the gravel by placing it in a colander. Put the colander over a plastic pan or bucket and add water to the colander with the gravel. Stir the gravel around, drain it, and repeat this several times until the water runs clear and clean through the colander. Once these items are clean, you can add them to the tank. Make sure the gravel is evenly distributed at the bottom of the tank. Place the rocks and ornaments in the tank so there are hiding places for your fish to explore. Use a clean bucket to pour water into the tank. Place a plate or saucer over the gravel as you pour in the water so the gravel does not move around.  Once you have filled the tank one-third with room temperature water, you should add water conditioner or dechlorinator to remove the chlorine from your fish. Chlorine in the tank water can be deadly for your fish, and/or lead to health issues. You may notice that the water turns cloudy within the first two to three days. This is due to bacteria growth and should disappear naturally. You should have an air pump in your tank to ensure there is enough oxygen in the tank water. You will need to connect the airline tubing from the air pump to air outlets in your tank, such as an air stone. You may want to use an aquarium check valve, which is a small valve located outside your tank to hold the air tubing. This will allow you to then place the air pump underneath your tank or aquarium. The valve also acts as a stop and prevents water from backing up in your tank if somehow the power to the tank is switched off. Live plants are good for circulating oxygen in the tank water, but you can also add plastic plants to create hiding places for your fish. You can also use the plants to hide any equipment in the tank that you want to disguise...

Summary in French:

Lavez le gravier. Remplissez l'aquarium. Installez la pompe à air. Ajoutez des plantes vivantes. Recyclez l'eau de l'aquarium. Testez la qualité de l'eau.


Article in English: Once you have a Remoraid in your party, it's time to level up Mantyke. There is no specific kind of battle you need to do, but fighting trainers, which can be found anywhere in the game, gives off more XP compared to defeating wild Pokémon. You can also fight fire, ground, and rock types (these types are weak against water Pokémon like Mantyke) for easy wins. If you don't want to level up Mantyke through Pokémon battles, you can always use in-game items like Rare Candies.  Rare Candies allow your Pokémon to gain one level instantly without doing any Pokémon battles. Each game only has a limited number of Rare Candies that you can get from side quests or special shops, but since Mantyke only needs to level up once to evolve, you only need one Rare Candy.

Summary in French:

Utilisez Babimanta lors de vos combats pour lui faire gagner des points d'expérience (XP) et lui faire monter un niveau. Il est aussi possible d'utiliser des Super Bonbons.


Article in English: Once you have a working game from start to finish, it's time to start looking for ways to break it. Finding the bugs in your game and squashing them is essential to making sure that as many people can play it as possible. Every conceivable way a player can interact with the game needs to be accounted for. Make sure that your game rules can't be bypassed or broken by attacking those rules as much as possible. Bug testing can take a significant amount of time, even as much as the game took to create. The more people you can get to help with testing, the more problems you will be able to find and fix. If you have a large list of bugs, and only a limited time to fix the game, make sure that you deal with serious, game-breaking bugs first. For example, if there was a bug that allowed a player to earn an unlimited high score in a score-based game, you would want to make sure that the bug was taken care of immediately. Get some friends over to try out your game. Watch how they approach your challenges, and how they interact with your game world. Chances are they will try to do things that you never even thought someone would do.

Summary in French:

Démarrez la chasse aux bogues. Essayez toutes les combinaisons. Établissez les priorités dans vos corrections de bogues. Regardez les joueurs.