Article in English: Modern email services offer a myriad of ways to maintain a clean and organized inbox. Utilizing your email provider’s filtering tools can limit the amount of time you spend scouring for a message and keep you from scrolling through a sea of spam. Gmail, Outlook, Mail.app and just about any other email service will have similar filters to help you save time.  Keep spam email and chain messages from reaching your inbox by having your email provider instantly identify and delete them. Have your work related emails automatically sent to their own folder. Set up groups for any category you want, like friends and family, or social media updates. This way, you can find exactly what you’re looking for in no time! They may not seem like much, but once you get the hang of them, or even just a few of them, the time saved will add up fast. Whether you use a Windows operating system or prefer a Macintosh computer, knowing the basic keyboard shortcuts and finding a few specific to your job will help you save time at work.  Some of the most frequently used shortcuts for windows include: Ctrl+C (copy selected item), Ctrl+V (paste selected item), and Ctrl+Z (undo an action).  For Mac users trying to perform the same shortcuts, replace the Ctrl key with the command key. It’s easy to get trapped in a social media tailspin, where one profile leads to another and another. There’s a lot on the web to take your attention away from the important things in life. Don’t let yourself be distracted. Set a daily limit to your social media use. Try to stick with only an hour, or 30 minutes a day. Set aside a block of time each evening, or a little bit during the work day as a break.  Consider following fewer people on Twitter, Instagram, and other social media forums. That way there’s less to consume. Take small steps to avoid social media. Don’t use it while you’re eating, or while you’re in bed. Encourage your friends to limit their usage, too. You’d be surprised how quickly you find other ways to stay in touch. Sitting on the couch...

Summary in French:

Organisez votre messagerie email. Utilisez des touches de raccourcis. Limitez le temps que vous passez sur les réseaux sociaux. Regardez la télévision moins souvent.


Article in English: Moist heat can also be useful for removing tape from glass. It may work especially well on very sticky tapes or residue. Try soaking the glass in hot or boiling water if a hairdryer doesn’t work. Leaving the glass in the water for 30-40 minutes may soften and dissolve the tape and adhesive enough so they simply wipe right off.  Fill a sink with hot or boiling water. Be sure to not burn yourself. Place the glass in the sink and leave it for 30-40 minutes. If the glass is too large to put in the sick, soak a dishcloth in the water and place it directly on the taped area. Leave it for the same amount of time. Wipe off the tape and any residue. Try adding some dish soap or vinegar to the water for better removal. Your kitchen is a great place to find items that can quickly, naturally, and easily get tape off of glass. You likely have olive oil as a staple in your diet, now you can put it to work against tape and adhesive. Try other vegetable oils such as canola or safflower if you don’t have any olive oil on hand.  Apply a few drops of oil over the area with tape and let it sit for a few minutes. You can also soak a paper towel with the oil and leave it on the glass. This allows the oil to penetrate the tape and adhesive. Once the olive oil has sat, scrape the tape and any good with your fingernails or a razor blade until it comes up and forms little clumps. Wipe the area with a clean paper towel. You can wash it in soap and hot water to clean it or remove lingering residue. Mild acids like vinegar often work well to remove tape and its adhesive residue. Leave diluted vinegar on the tape for a few minutes to let it work its magic.  Mix one part water to one part vinegar. Then soak a dishrag in the solution. Either wrap the cloth around the glass or set it on top of the glass. You can also safely hold it in place with your hands if you can’t set the glass on the ground. Allow the mixture to penetrate the tape and adhesive for a few minutes before you remove the cloth. You’ll likely notice that the tape is much...

Summary in French:

Faites tremper le verre. Appliquez de l'huile d'olive. Utilisez du vinaigre. Appliquez du bicarbonate de soude.


Article in English: Moisten the top and bottom lip by running your tongue along both sides. Apply chapstick or another moisturizer so that your lips do not crack while learning to whistle loudly. Moisture is also important to the sound of your whistle, so keep your lips wet while you practice whistling.  You can also moisten your lips by drinking a glass of water. Bring your thumb and index finger together while keeping your other three fingers relaxed. Touch the tips of your thumb and index finger, forming a circular shape.  It is not especially important how the remaining fingers rest as long as they do not get in the way. If you are not a fan of the “okay” finger configuration, experiment with other ways to whistle with your fingers. Place the tips of your fingers on the back of your tongue and gently press your fingers to roll your tongue back. Roll the top ¼ of your tongue back on itself. Do not press too firmly, and keep the tips of your index finger and thumb together.  You should apply enough pressure with your fingers to cause the tip of your tongue to curl back slightly, but without folding it completely over. Be sure to wash your hands before putting your fingers in your mouth. Close your lips over the first knuckle of your index finger and thumb, leaving no room for air to escape through the sides of your mouth. Leave a small hole between your bottom lip and the inside of the ring created by your fingers. This will be where the air flows through, making the loud whistling sound.  Make sure that all other areas around your fingers are airtight. If air escapes from any other position at the front of your mouth, you will not get a strong whistle. Wet your lips again if they dry up throughout this process. Inhale deeply through your nose and exhale through the space created by your fingers and bottom lip. Blow a consistent stream of air through this space until you hear a whistle sound. After some practice, a loud, clear whistle should be heard through this space in your fingers.  Do not be discouraged if you do not get...

Summary in French:

Humidifiez-vous les lèvres. Faites le signe « OK » avec l’index et le pouce. Poussez la langue contre le pouce et l’index. Refermez les lèvres sur les doigts. Soufflez de l’air entre les doigts. Résolvez les problèmes communs. Entrainez-vous à siffler fort.


Article in English: Moisture can break down the top layer of the skin and make it irritated and painful. Use your fingers to smooth on a thin layer of powder over the skin that rubs together when you walk or work out.  This solution works best with light-colored clothing that won’t show any smudged powder like dark clothing would. You can also carry a small container of baby powder with you and reapply it throughout the day. Make sure to use a talc-free baby powder. Talc has been linked to extreme health risks, such as cancer, so avoid products that list it in the ingredients.  For a cheap, easy option, you could also use cornstarch. Loose cotton material will trap moisture and rub against your legs. Instead, opt for form-fitting workout bottoms made of a synthetic, moisture-wicking material such as nylon, lycra, polyester, or spandex. Synthetic fibers reduce friction and dry quickly, which will reduce the likelihood of chafing.  For example, you could wear a pair of spandex compression shorts to protect the inner thigh while you work out. You should also look for pants with smooth seams and small, flat stitches that won’t rub against your skin. Staying in damp, sweaty clothes for a long period of time can trap moisture and break down the skin between your legs. After you work out, make sure to change right away. Rinse off in the shower to remove sweat, then dry off thoroughly to keep moisture from getting trapped between your thighs.

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Passez de la poudre d'alun ou pour bébé sur vos cuisses. Portez des vêtements d'inhibition de l'humidité. Changez vos vêtements pleins de sueur.


Article in English: Mold spores can be very harmful to your health, especially if they get into your lungs. To prevent this, whenever cleaning mold you should wear air mask, rubber gloves, and safety goggles without air vents.  Due to the especially harmful effects of spores on the lungs, a N95 mask should be used. These can be bought at most hardware stores. If you are allergic to mold or mold sensitive, cover as much of your skin as possible. Wear a long sleeve shirt and coveralls, in this case. If you don't have any other options, you may clean mold from furniture inside, though you should open windows before starting. During the cleaning process you might accidentally spread mold spores. To prevent mold from spreading to other pieces of furniture or parts of your house, clean outdoors.  If you move the furniture outside, slit a garbage bag or two and tape the bag(s) around the furniture. This will prevent the spread of spores when transporting the furniture through your house. Many cleaning agents, like bleach, give off harmful fumes. At minimum, you should clean in a well-ventilated area. A vacuum with an arm attachment and a HEPA filter will suck up loose spores along with dust and dirt. Pass the vacuum slowly over moldy areas several times. When emptying the bag or canister of the vacuum, do so outside and into a plastic bag. Seal the bag tightly and throw it away.

Summary in French:

Enfilez des gants en caoutchouc. Nettoyez votre meuble dehors. Utilisez un aspirateur.


Article in English: Mole removal creams are an affordable and fairly effective method of removing moles at home.  Most creams work by lightening the mole until it is no longer visible, which can happen in a matter of weeks. Stronger, over-the-counter creams focus on peeling the skin away layer by layer until the mole is removed. Keep in mind that mole removal creams can actually leave worse scars than surgical removal. A general-use whitening cream can also be effective at reducing the appearance of moles, but it will no actually remove the mole. A whitening cream will lighten the color of your mole, making it less obvious.

Summary in French:

Essayez des crèmes topiques pour la disparition des grains de beauté. Essayez les crèmes blanchissantes.


Article in English: Money trees should be pruned if they start to grow too tall or wide for their pots. You may notice branches or leaves extending out from the top or sides of the tree, creating an uneven shape. This means it’s time to prune the tree to reshape it and encourage healthy growth. If you notice any leaves that are dry, wilting, or have turned brown, you can remove them by pruning the tree. Dry, brown leaves may be an indication that the air is too dry or cold around the tree. The tree may also not be getting enough natural light. Money trees maintain their shape best if they are pruned at least once in the springtime. Make it a point to prune your tree at least once in the months of March to May so it can flourish for the rest of the year.

Summary in French:

Taillez un arbre trop grand. Retirez les feuilles mortes. Taillez au printemps.


Article in English: Monitoring a teen party without killing the mood is a balancing act that will require a good attitude. Having a second set of eyes will make you feel less frantic and allow you to cover more ground. If the party is co-ed, having a chaperone of the opposite gender will help you deal with any issues that may come up. If you know a trustworthy older teen or twenty-something who can handle a crowd, recruit them to chaperone the party. Explain rules to the chaperone and party-goers and then head upstairs or into a room where the party isn't being held. Check in every once in a while by getting something from the fridge. Plan it out with your teenager so that they're involved. The good news is that sticking to teen-friendly food like chips, soda, hotdogs, and pizza should be fairly easy on your pocketbook.  How much should you spend on food and drinks? Decorations? Activities? Plan it out so that your budget isn't busted like a piñata after a party. Luckily, a lot of teens are too cool for themed parties, so unless your teen has requested otherwise, your safest bet is probably to keep the party simple. If your teen is having a small party, your house would be suitable. If your teen is having a large party, consider setting up picnic tables and barbecues in the park (for outdoorsy activities) or renting a place such as a hall or recreation center (for more formal activities). Be prepared for bad weather. If you are hosting your party out in a garden/backyard, make sure that you have a gazebo just in case the weather changes. Either that, or be ready to let the teens come inside your house. How many guests does your teen want to come to the party? How many can you comfortably handle? Come to a compromise with your teen so that both of you have a say in it; moreover, discussing and laying ground rules in advance will make it easier for you to deal with party-crashers if they show up.  Plan on accommodating a few more guests than you expect. Parties, especially teen parties, rely on word of mouth and can grow depending...

Summary in French:

Pensez à avoir un deuxième chaperon. Établissez un budget pour la fête. Trouvez un endroit pour organiser la fête. Faites la liste des invités. Fixez une date et une heure pour la fête. Laissez votre ado envoyer ses invitations. Dissimulez vos objets de valeur. Fixez les zones où se déroulera la fête. Prévoyez un système pour la musique. Achetez la nourriture.


Article in English: Monthly topical treatments are among the most effective and most popular type of preventative flea medication for dogs.  You will need a veterinarian's prescription for most of these topical or "spot on" treatments. Apply a few drops or a small pre-measured vial of the flea medication where it tells you to. Some medicines tell you to apply between your dog's shoulder blades while others ask you to apply it in several different locations. Get the medication directly on your dog's skin and not on its coat. This medication kills adult fleas that land on the dog or bite the dog. It is usually effective for one month. Some products are also able to kill eggs, but not all products do so. The medication should be applied monthly on a year-round basis. If you live in an area that regularly reaches the freezing point during winter, however, you might be able to use the product less frequently during these colder weather months, since fleas will be inactive. Ask your veterinarian about preventative tablets that you can administer to your dog on a monthly basis.   Feed the pill to your dog once a month during a meal. Your veterinarian will need to prescribe the correct dosage to your dog based on its weight. When a female flea bites the dog after treatment, it ingests a chemical known as lufenuron. This gets passed to the eggs and prevents them from hatching. (It does not, however, kill the adult flea, so the results may take some time to see). As with any treatment, it's worth keeping an eye on how your dog reacts. Look at the place you put the treatment to make sure there is no reaction and do not use it again if the dog's skin goes red or sore.

Summary in French:

Appliquez un produit antipuces chaque mois . Donnez à votre chien une pilule contre les puces tous les mois.


Article in English: More importantly, do not keep your lenses in for longer than your eye doctor has recommended. Contact your eye doctor directly if you are uncertain how long you can wear a pair of lenses.  Your eye doctor can offer you some guidance and even produce a chart so it is easier for you to to keep track of the time you have worn your contacts. If you find yourself drifting off, make sure to remove your lenses before you fall asleep. Leaving them in while you sleep will dry out and irritate your eyes, so it is to be avoided.  There are some lenses designed to be left in while you sleep. Be completely sure that these are the type you have before sleeping in them. This sounds obvious, but it's very important not to share your lenses with anybody, no matter what the circumstances. It would be very unhygienic, and could damage your eyes. If your lenses are irritating your eyes and causing discomfort, don't just leave them in. Remove them, and don't use them again until you've spoken to your eye doctor. If the lenses are contaminated and you keep wearing them any irritation or infection is likely to remain.  If your eyes have become a little dried out from wearing lenses, take them out and give your eyes a break. You can use re-wetting saline drops to refresh dry eyes. You should continue to see your eye doctor for regularly scheduled checks. But if you experience more serious symptoms it is important to contact your doctor quickly. If you suffer a sudden loss of vision, persistent blurred vision, or light flashes you should act quickly. Other symptoms that you should look out for are:  Pain in your eyes. Swelling, or unusual redness. Prolonged irritation or watering.

Summary in French:

Ne gardez pas vos lentilles plus longtemps que nécessaire. Ne dormez pas avec vos lentilles de contact. Ne portez jamais les lentilles de quelqu’un d’autre. Retirez vos lentilles si elles irritent vos yeux. Sachez quand vous rendre chez un ophtalmologue.


Article in English: More likely than not the bird has sustained a concussion, in which case it should be removed from all stimuli. Anything else will make its condition worse. If it has sustained injuries to its limbs, it will require professional assistance anyway. If birds frequently collide into your windows, be sure to keep on hand a towel, a small box (a shoe box is ideal), gloves, and, if possible, safety glasses Often the bird will only need a couple of minutes to recover. You should stay to watch the bird and ensure that no predators attack it before it recovers. If it does not recover within five or six minutes you should be more proactive.  If you are not comfortable handling a bird you should call the local bird or wildlife rehabilitation center immediately. These can be located with the Wildlife Rehabilitation Information Directory: http://wildliferehabinfo.org/Contact_A-M.htm. If the bird has a shoulder injury it might be able to fly for short distances horizontally. However, it will not be able to lift its wings above its shoulders or obtain any elevation in its flight. Shoulder or wing injuries will require skilled medical assistance and months of rehabilitation. If the bird seems to have extensive damage to its limbs, call the local bird or wildlife rehabilitation center.  Conversely, if the bird seems unconscious the bird has sustained head trauma and will merely need a safe place to relax. Removing all stimuli will significantly increase the probability of the bird recovering from a potentially fatal concussion. You want a small box that will block all incoming light. To make it comfortable you should line it with a paper towel or a soft cotton cloth. If the bird is larger, you can place a towel on the bottom of a paper bag and staple or tape the top the bag, leaving enough of a crack to allow for airflow. However, if the bird is large enough to potentially injury you, you should consider avoiding contact and calling for professional assistance immediately. Use gloves and safety goggles if possible. Hold the...

Summary in French:

Évitez d’interagir avec l’oiseau plus que nécessaire. Soyez prêt. Observez l’oiseau. Prenez du papier absorbant et un carton. Ramassez l’oiseau. Mettez l’oiseau dans le carton. Surveillez régulièrement l’état de l’oiseau. Relâchez l’oiseau. Appelez un professionnel.


Article in English: More sugar will result in more alcohol as long as the yeast can process it all. If you want a weaker batch (less alcohol) you can use less sugar. As a general guide, each packet of yeast will have directions that indicate how much sugar can be used. If making two batches, be sure to use twice as much yeast (two packets). Mix the sugar into a pot of warm water to dissolve it. You can use tap water or bottled water. The water should be about 90 °F (32 °C). Use roughly 7 to 9 kilograms (15 to 20 lb) of sugar. For a cleaner alcohol, use purified water. When all of the sugar has been dissolved, carefully pour the sugar and water solution into the plastic bucket or glass carboy that you are using as a fermentation vessel. For a  7.5 gallon (28 L) vessel, pour 1.5 to 2 gallons (5.7 to 7.6 L) of solution. This sugar will be broken down by the yeast to produce alcohol. It is not necessary to sterilize the sucrose solution before fermenting, but if desired this can be done by boiling the sucrose solution for fifteen to twenty minutes. Take into account that some of the water will evaporate, so add a little more water before boiling. Open the yeast packet and dump the yeast into the sugar water solution. If using a plastic bucket, stir to get an even mixture. Use a sanitized, dry funnel to help prevent a mess when adding the yeast to the narrow opening of a carboy.  Use one packet of yeast. More yeast can speed up the process, but it will not lead to a better yield of alcohol. Do not put the yeast into the sugar water until it has cooled.  If the water is too hot it will kill the yeast. In the first days of fermentation, the yeast will expend most of its energy multiplying itself. Since this process requires oxygen, leave the lid off for the first 24 hours. If you cut off oxygen to the yeast immediately, the fermentation process will take much longer and may proceed sluggishly. If using a plastic bucket, tightly push the lid onto the bucket so that an airtight seal is formed. This may be somewhat difficult and may...

Summary in French:

Fixez la quantité de sucre à utiliser. Faites dissoudre le sucre. Versez la solution dans le récipient de fermentation. Ajoutez votre levure. Attendez 24 heures. Fixez le couvercle. Versez de l'eau dans le barboteur. Laissez le mélange fermenter. Stoppez le processus.


Article in English: Morgellon's disease is a skin disorder in which people have itchy sensations on their skin. This may cause them to scratch until they have open sores. Symptoms include:  Severe itching caused by sores or a rash  The feeling that insects are crawling under your skin The feeling that you are being bitten or stung by insects Fibers or strings in or on your skin. The fibers may be in the sores. Some experts say the fibers are likely from clothing that got stuck in the sores. Others say it is a symptom of an infection. Exhaustion Loss of concentration Memory loss Sleep problems Muscle pain Joint pain Hair loss Weight loss or gain Low body temperature Loss of balance Abnormal reflexes Inflamed lymph nodes Irritable bowel syndrome Irregular or fast heartbeat Decreased vision and hearing Your doctor will likely want to hear about both your symptoms and discuss your medical history. Some doctors believe that the causes for Morgellon's may be at least partially psychological. A study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that people suffering from Morgellon's disease often had a medical history which included one or more of the following conditions:  High blood pressure Allergies Arthritis Skin infections like scabies Mental illnesses like depression, anxiety, or attention deficit disorder Drug abuse This will enable the doctor to test the affected skin against known infections and environmental factors. This may be useful in ruling out causes other than Morgellon's. Be aware that when the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analyzed the skin of patients suffering from Morgellon's, they did not find evidence of an infection. This may support a psychological cause for Morgellon's. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that:  No unusual bacteria were infecting the skin samples. The fibers in the sores were usually those that could have come from clothing or bandages, such as cotton or polyester. The most frequent skin problem observed was sun damage. A recent scientific study...

Summary in French:

Identifiez les symptômes que vous avez. Signalez vos symptômes à votre médecin. Demandez à votre médecin s'il faut une biopsie de peau. Faites-vous dépister pour la maladie de Lyme. Faites-vous dépister pour toute maladie causant des démangeaisons.


Article in English: Moringa is filled with antioxidants as well as necessary vitamins and minerals. People have eaten moringa to help combat inflammation, arthritis, stomach pains, and asthma. The seeds, fruit, and leaves can all be consumed. The roots of moringa have the aroma of horseradish and should not be eaten, since they contain toxins.

Summary in French:

Utilisez le moringa à des fins médicales et alimentaires.


Article in English: Most Android phones or tablets have a removable SD card on which many of the Android's photos and other files are stored.  The location of the SD card will vary, so check your phone's manual or online documentation to confirm its location. You cannot restore files deleted from the Android's internal hard drive without rooting your Android. You'll need an SD card to USB adapter in order to do so. You can buy an SD card to USB adapter online or in most tech stores for under $10. Go to http://www.recovering-deleted-files.net/recovery-software/mac-data-recovery/, scroll down and click Download, double-click the downloaded DMG file, and follow any on-screen instructions.  You may need to verify the download if prompted. Mac Data Recovery is not free, but you can use the free version of the software to determine whether or not your files are recoverable. Click Spotlight, type data recovery into Spotlight, and click Mac Data Recovery at the top of the search results. It's at the top of the Mac Data Recovery window. In the upper-left corner of the window, click the SD card's name. It's in the middle of the page. You'll find this near the lower-right side of the window. Doing so will enable the deep scan, which has a higher chance of bringing back your deleted files than does the "Quick Scan" option.  Deep scans can take several hours to run. You can leave this as "Quick Scan" if you're in a hurry, or if you only just deleted the file. It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. This can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours, so make sure that your computer is plugged into a power source. You should be able to browse the recovered files like you normally would in Finder. If your deleted files are in the same location that they were in before you deleted them, they can be recovered. If you can't find the deleted photos, they most likely can't be recovered. Click and drag your mouse across the photos that you want to save, or hold down ⌘ Command while clicking individual photos. It's in the bottom-right...

Summary in French:

Retirez la carte SD de votre Android. Insérez la carte SD dans votre ordinateur. Téléchargez et installez Mac Data Recovery. Ouvrez Mac Data Recovery. Cliquez sur Start New Scan. Sélectionnez la carte SD de votre Android. Cliquez sur Deleted Recovery. Cochez l’option Deep Scan. Cliquez sur Start Scan. Attendez la fin du scan. Cherchez les photos supprimées. Sélectionnez les fichiers à récupérer. Cliquez sur Recover. Suivez les consignes de souscription à l’écran.


Article in English: Most Europeans use the same general fashion magazines that we do, like Vogue and Cosmopolitan, but they have their own special editions. Get a subscription to one of these if you want to stay current on European fashions. There are a number of great European fashion blogs which you can follow if you want to get inspiration for your next outfit. You can also check out the websites for common European stores. Some stores even have US locations, where you can just buy the clothes (the same clothes are sold in the US as are sold in Europe). Zara, H&M, and Kookai are the most popular stores for the under-35 crowd. Zara also carries clothes that are elegant enough for an older crowd.

Summary in French:

Lisez les éditions européennes des magazines de mode. Visitez des blogs de mode européens. Rendez-vous dans des magasins de vêtements européens.


Article in English: Most audio files that you download from the internet, such as .mp3 or .aac files, are already compressed. Further compression of these types of files will typically result in a poor-sounding file. Compression is best suited for uncompressed formats such as .wav or .aiff. It has an icon that resembles an orange wave file with blue headphones. Click the icon in your Windows Start menu or Applications folder to open Audacity. Use the following steps to an audio file:  Click File. Click Open. Select an audio file. Click Open. This isn't recommended for music or anything with essential stereo effects, but for spoken voice or other recordings that don't require high-fidelity, switching to mono (single-track) can make the file significantly smaller. Use the following steps to convert a stereo file to mono:  Click the ▼ next to the file's name in the project area. Select "Split to Mono" from the menu. This will open a window allowing you to set where you want the file to be saved, as well as the format you want to use.   Click File. Click Export. Click Export Audio. This exports the audio file in a new compressed audio format.

Summary in French:

Comprenez bien la compression audio. Exécutez Audacity. Ouvrez le fichier audio à compresser. Passez éventuellement en mode monophonique. Ouvrez la fenêtre Exporter l’audio. Cliquez sur Enregistrer, puis sur Ok.


Article in English: Most blisters heal on their own. However, complications warrant a trip to the doctor. If you notice any of the following complications, make an appointment with your doctor:  A painful, red, and hot blister or a blister with red streaks Yellow or green pus A blister that keeps coming back Fever Having diabetes, heart conditions, auto immune disorders, HIV or undergoing chemotherapy can make your blister rapidly become worse, causing sepsis or cellulitis. Most foot blisters are benign. However, some blisters can be caused by underlying conditions like chicken pox and should be treated differently. Depending on your other symptoms, your doctor may want to run some tests to rule out underlying conditions before addressing your blister. If an underlying condition causes your blister, your doctor will advise you how to treat it. Depending on the cause of the blister, your doctor will form a treatment plan for you. Follow all of your doctor's instructions closely and ask your doctor any questions you have before leaving the office.

Summary in French:

Rendez-vous chez un médecin. Éliminez les facteurs sous-jacents. Suivez le programme de soins du médecin.


Article in English: Most broilers don’t have adjustable temperatures. Some only have on and off, in which case you should turn it on. If your broiler has a “high” and a “low” setting, set the broiler to high. It will take about 10 minutes for the broiler to preheat. Since the broiler will get hot very quickly, it’s important to adjust the racks in your oven before you turn on the broiler. Otherwise, you could burn yourself.

Summary in French:

Allumez le gril et laissez-le préchauffer pendant une dizaine de minutes.


Article in English: Most calf strains are minor injuries and self-heal within a week -- the degree of pain, disability and bruising are good indicators of seriousness. Grade I muscle strains involve micro-tears of up to 10% of the muscle fibers. They're characterized by mild pain twinges at the back of the lower leg, usually in the mid to proximal (closer to the knee) region of the leg. Minimal loss of strength and motion is experienced. You may still be able to walk, run or play your sport, albeit with discomfort and tightness.  Muscle strains occur when the force in the muscle is so great that the tissue tears, most commonly at the junction between where the muscles taper into tendons. Most Grade I lower leg strains cause discomfort for between two to five days post injury, but may take a few weeks to fully heal, depending on proportion of muscle fibers involved and the type of treatment sought. treatment protocol. The most effective treatment protocol for most sprain / strain injuries is abbreviated R.I.C.E. and stands for rest, ice, compression and elevation. The first step is rest — temporarily stop all activity in order to address your injury. Next, cold therapy (ice wrapped in a thin towel or frozen gel packs) should be applied to the injury as soon as possible in order to stop any internal bleeding and reduce inflammation, preferably while your leg is elevated on a chair or stack of pillows (which also combats inflammation). Ice should be applied for 10 –15 minutes every hour, then reduce the frequency as the pain and swelling subside over the course of a few days. Compressing the ice against your injury with a compression bandage or elastic support will also help stop the bleeding from the torn muscle fibers and associated inflammation. Don't tie the compression bandage too tight or leave it on for more than 15 minutes at a time because complete restriction of blood flow could cause more damage to your leg. Your family doctor may recommend anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen, naproxen or aspirin, or possibly regular...

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Déterminez la gravité de la blessure. Utilisez la méthode RICE. Prenez des analgésiques. Faites des étirements du mollet. Consultez un médecin avant de vous exercer.


Article in English: Most cancers of the mouth and throat cause some identifiable signs or symptoms during their early stages, but not all do. In some cases, cancers don't cause symptoms until they’ve reached an advanced stage. Regardless, doctors and dentists recommend that in addition to regular checkups, you should carefully look at your mouth in a mirror at least once a month to check for any abnormal signs.  Oral cancers can grow virtually anywhere in your mouth and throat, including the lips, gums, tongue, hard palate, soft palate, tonsils, and insides of the cheeks. Teeth are the only parts that can't develop cancer. Consider buying, or borrowing from your dentist, a small dental mirror in order to help you examine your mouth more thoroughly. Brush your teeth and floss before examining your mouth. If your gums normally bleed after brushing or flossing, rinse with some warm salt water and wait a few minutes before examining. Check all around your mouth for small white sores or lesions, which are called leukoplakia by doctors. Leukoplakia are common precursors to oral cancers, but they are often misdiagnosed as canker sores or other small ulcers caused by abrasions or minor trauma. Leukoplakia can also be mistaken for bacterial infections of the gums and tonsils, as well as Candida yeast overgrowth in the mouth (called thrush).  Although canker sores and other ulcers are usually very painful, leukoplakia aren't typically, unless they're in advanced stages. Cankers are most common on the inner lips, cheeks and sides of the tongue, whereas leukoplakia can be anywhere in the mouth. With good hygiene, canker sores and other small abrasions and cuts usually heal within a week or so. In contrast, leukoplakia don't go away and often become larger and more painful with time. While checking the inside of your mouth and back of your throat, watch out for small red sores or patches. Red sores (lesions) are called erythroplakia by doctors, and although less common than leukoplakia in the mouth, they have a much greater potential for...

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Observez régulièrement votre bouche. Cherchez de petites taches blanches. Cherchez des taches ou des plaques rouges. Cherchez des zones gonflées et rugueuses. Ne négligez pas les douleurs et les plaies.


Article in English: Most cities and museums have art classes that run over the length of spring break. Community centers also often offer camps or classes where you can learn things that aren't school related. Classes might include how to do scrapbooking, leather craft, folklore, or beginners genealogy or even how to play golf. A 500 or 1,000 piece puzzle can take all break and provide hours of entertainment. With a little ingenuity, you can make your backyard an exciting destination for your kids. Here are a few activities to try:  Camp out. Turn the backyard into a water park. A sprinklers all you really need. Add a plastic wading pool and a few water toys, and you have your own water park. Plant a garden. Make a backyard treasure hunt. With a little planning, you can turn a trip to the park into an adventure. Bring bread to feed the ducks. Float a toy boat. Fly a kite. Shoot off a rocket. Kids love anything new. These may sound like chores to you, but young kids in particular love helping out with “grown up” jobs.  Have the kids cook. Make your own pizza night and baking cookies are always winners. Involve the kids in spring cleaning. Kids might not be super-efficient, but they will enjoy things like shaking out carpets and packing or unpacking boxes. The advice under Staying in Town isn't just for older kids. Spring break is a great opportunity to get kids out of the house.  Get outdoors. Kids love canoeing, tubing and fishing. Visit a local farm where they can pet the animals. Go to your local zoo.

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Réservez une colonie ou un séjour de vacance pour vos enfants. Faites un puzzle. Transformez votre jardin en site de vacance. Tirez profit des parcs et jardins à proximité. Transformez les tâches quotidiennes en nouvelle aventure. Partez pour une activité à la journée.


Article in English: Most cities won't let animals be outside without leashes on. Once you know the laws, it gives you the authority to do something about the cats roaming in your garden. Check the cat collars, if possible, to find the owner, as many collars include a phone for the cat's home or, at the very least, the cat's vet office. You can also watch to see where the cat goes when she leaves your garden. If it's a neighbor's cat, talk to the neighbor about the problem. Inform him or her of the leash laws, and ask the owner to keep the cat inside. You can threaten to call animal control if the cat continues to come over. If the cat is a stray or if a neighbor's cat continues to come over, you can call animal control to pick up the animal.

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Consultez la législation en vigueur dans votre commune. Trouvez le propriétaire du chat. Parlez au propriétaire. Appelez la mairie.


Article in English: Most countries in the world grant citizenship on the basis of right of blood or jus sanguinis. Under the jus sanguinis principle, you acquire one or both of your parents' citizenship upon birth. This means that the child acquires the parents' citizenship regardless of where she is born, and her only citizenship is the one acquired through right of blood if she is born in a country that does not practice jus soli. For example, if you were born in the United States, but your parents are both British citizens, then you are also a British citizen. Find out if obtaining a second citizenship through the jus sanguinis principle of a state would require you to renounce your prior citizenship. If that is the case, you cannot become a dual citizen.  Both the United States and the United Kingdom permit dual citizenship. However, there are other countries that grant citizenship on the jus sanguinis principle and do not permit dual citizenship.  Singapore, for example, practices jus sanguinis but does not allow dual citizenship. The process that you will need to follow to gain citizenship through parentage will vary by country. Check with the country's consulate to determine what you will need to do. For example, if you are currently an American citizen who was born to British parents, and you are under the age of 18, it is your parents who must apply on your behalf to register you as a British citizen. The application form and guidance on how to register as a British citizen in this scenario are available here.

Summary in French:

Examinez la nationalité de vos parents. Étudiez les lois concernant la double nationalité des deux pays. Sachez comment obtenir votre nationalité par filiation.


Article in English: Most craft or hobby stores carry book or binding glue. It usually comes in a tall, thin tube. Make sure you purchase an acid-free glue: if you use a glue with acid in it, it can cause the pages of your book to disintegrate or eat away at the spine of the book.

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Article in English: Most cupcakes taste good with any kind of icing, but there are classic flavor combinations that just seem to work well together. Consider these options when you're planning what kind of cupcakes to make:  Yellow cupcakes with chocolate icing: This is the ultimate birthday cupcake combination. Chocolate cupcakes with vanilla icing: The sweet icing balances the deep chocolate taste. Red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese icing is another party favorite. Carrot cake or spice cake are also usually paired with cream cheese icing. If you try to ice cupcakes while they are still warm, the icing will get runny and won't look as neat.

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Choisissez les combinaisons entre les cupcakes et les glaçages. Laissez les cupcakes refroidir quand ils ont fini de cuire.


Article in English: Most dance belts are similar in design to thong underwear. However, unlike thongs, dance belts have a thicker waistband so the flesh at the waist is not pinched in and the fabric is much sturdier.  The middle back of the waistband is connected by a narrow piece of elasticized fabric that is strapped to the bottom of the front triangular panel which provides coverage of and support to the male genitalia. This narrow strip of fabric passes between the wearer's legs and fits in between the two buttocks, both for support and smooth appearance of the major gluteal muscles or bum cheeks. This is sometimes described as a T-back design. Some dance belts are made with a full seat rather than with a single T-strap.   The "T-back" or thong design is the most popular style of dance belt for several reasons. First, these belts don't betray underwear lines. Second, they don't cover your buttocks, so the glutes and hamstring muscles aren't restricted from extended to full strength. Third, because the thong style doesn't cover any muscles, it will not move around if you do rapid or vigorous movements; rather, the tension and tight fit of the belt and thong back stay in place. Lastly, if you're a serious performer, like a ballet dancer, for example, you'll probably likely find yourself performing in white tights someday and you'll need to wear a thong style dance belt. In other words, get used to the belt now!  Some manufacturers produce full seat or "comfort" compromise dance belts. These types are, however, less aesthetically pleasing as they often show underwear lines.  Athletic supporters or jock straps also provide active males with support. Unlike the dance belt, these supporters have a pair of elasticized straps that meet the bottom of triangular fabric at the front. They pass between the legs and encircle the thighs just below and on each side of the buttocks. Again, these straps tend to be visible when wearing form-fitting tights, whereas dance belts avoid these lines by eliminating the jockstrap’s rear pair of...

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Choisissez une forme de suspensoir. Choisissez une couleur. Choisissez la taille. Voyez si vous préférez que la poche avant soit rembourrée.


Article in English: Most dishwashers have an access panel or kickplate on the bottom that covers the water inlet, pump, motor, and hoses. To remove the panel, use a screwdriver and loosen the screws attaching the panel to the unit. Turn the screws to the left (counter-clockwise) to loosen them. Removing the panel will help you find the source of the leak, which may be coming from underneath the dishwasher. The pump and all its components are located under the dishwasher. Use a flashlight to inspect the pump, housing, motor, and the seal or gasket. Check for cracks in the pump or housing, and inspect the seal or gasket for damage. When there's a problem with the pump or pump components, water will leak from below the dishwasher. Most dishwasher leaks come from around or under the door, but water may also be leaking from below the unit. Determining the source of the water can help you narrow down the possible causes. Run the dishwasher through a normal cycle and watch closely to see where the water is coming from.  Water leaking around or under the door could indicate a problem with the gasket, spray arm, or float. Water leaking from under the unit could indicate a problem with the pump, hoses, or water inlet. The gasket is a soft vinyl or rubber seal that makes the unit watertight when the door is closed. The gasket will either be on the door itself (around the sides and top), or on the tub opening. Check this for breaks, cracks, brittleness, or other signs of damage.  Water leaking from the sides of the dishwasher doors usually means there's a problem with the gasket. The tub is the interior basin of the dishwasher unit. The spray arm is inside the dishwasher, at the bottom center of the unit. This is what sprays the dishes with water during the wash and rinse cycles. Inspect the spray arm for cracks, warping, blockages, or other damage. A problem with the spray arm usually causes water to leak from the bottom of the dishwasher door, where there's no gasket. The float is a safety device inside the tub that determines the water...

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Retirez le panneau d’accès de l’avant du lave-vaisselle. Vérifiez la pompe. Vérifiez d’abord l’emplacement des fuites courantes. Vérifiez le joint de la porte. Vérifiez le bras gicleur. Vérifiez le niveau d’eau. Vérifiez la vanne d’arrivée d’eau. Assurez-vous que les colliers et les tuyaux sont sécurisés et intacts.


Article in English: Most dishwashers will come with manuals that include troubleshooting sections that include specific cleaning instructions in just this kind of situation. Many dishwasher manuals are also available online for free. Websites such as ManualsOnline.com and ManualsLib.com are just a few of the many sites that have downloadable manuals for a variety of home appliances. Especially check into this if there is water in the bottom of your dishwasher at the end of a cycle. If the drain hose has become bent or restricted, the flow of water can be limited and built-up water can become musty in the hose.  If the dishwasher can be pulled away from the wall, do so to check the hose. Most other dishwashers will be located next to the kitchen sink will have drain hoses that connect to the same kitchen drain pipe. You can detach the hose at whichever end is easier to access in order to inspect it. Waste water from the sink can drain through the hose into the dishwasher if the drain hose is not looped up from the drain pipe before it is run to the dishwasher. The weight of a sink-full of water can push water back up through the dishwasher drain hose. If this appears to be a problem, raise the loop of the drain hose higher. Examine the junction box behind the kick plate under the door of the dishwasher. A poor connection can produce an odor and is a fire hazard. Other problems can come from shorts in any of the electrical lines or a dysfunctional heater unit. If the dishwasher appears to have electrical problem, unplug it and call an electrician to fix the problem.

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Vérifier la section « Résolution des problèmes » du manuel de votre lave-vaisselle. Vérifiez que le tuyau de vidange n'est pas obstrué. Assurez-vous que le tuyau de vidange du lave-vaisselle soit installé au bon endroit. Vérifiez les branchements électriques.


Article in English: Most dogs and puppies engage in mouthing, nipping or play biting, which is normal. If this is the case, your playful dog will have a relaxed body that isn't tense or aggressive. When he nips or bites, the puppy or dog won't show teeth or bite down hard. However, if your dog is aggressively biting, his body will be stiff, he'll show his teeth, and he'll bite quickly and hard. Pay attention to your dog attitude, in addition to his body language. Chances are, you'll already have a good idea as to whether your dog is unhappy and acting out, or if he's simply playing. Dogs just don't suddenly bite. Instead, dogs bite as a reaction to a situation or feeling. You'll need to watch your dog's body language in order to figure out why he bites. It's important to determine this since you'll need to deal with your dog differently depending on whether he's biting from playfulness or aggression. Your dog may bite if he is:  Hungry Scared or feels threatened Defending himself or his territory Sick or in pain Overly excited during play You can figure out your dog's mood by paying attention to his body language. Knowing how your dog is feeling will help you respond appropriately and prevent future biting. Look to see if your dog is biting and:  Relaxed: Your dog will have a calm stance and relaxed facial muscles with an open mouth. His ears will be in the natural position (erect or floppy depending on the breed) or slightly forward if he's alert. He may be wagging his tail or holding it naturally and his fur will lay flat. Aggressive: Your dog's ears and tail will be erect (while the tail might slowly wag from side to side). His muscles will be tense while his fur stands up along his back. He'll show his teeth and stare directly at you or whatever is bothering him. Note that you shouldn't meet his gaze, slowly back away, and get a barrier (like a chair, door, or backpack) between you. Afraid: Your dog will cower with his ears back, his body tense, and his tail tucked between his legs. He may bite because he feels he can't flee...

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Sachez reconnaitre les types de morsures. Demandez-vous pourquoi il mord. Surveillez son humeur.


Article in English: Most dogs are not aggressive, but, rather, just curious or defending what they perceive as their territory. Thus, to avoid unnecessary conflict, it is important to be able to tell if a dog is just playing or is being truly aggressive. While some breeds have been singled out as being particularly vicious, any mid-size and large dog breed can be dangerous, so do not ignore warning signs because you think a certain breed is harmless or friendly. Watch for common signs of aggression (and non-aggression):  Growling, snarling, and baring teeth are obvious displays of aggression and should be treated as such. An angry dog may show the whites of his eyes, especially if these aren't normally visible. Pulled-back ears laying flat against the head are a telltale sign of aggression, whereas normal floppy or elevated ears usually signal a dog's nonchalance. If the dog approaches you with its body relaxed and with a sloping curve in its midsection, the dog is probably not going to attack. A dog whose body is tense, straight and stiff (head, shoulders and hips aligned) could mean business. A loping gait means the dog is playful and checking you out.  An even, steady run means the dog may be dangerous. void aggravating a dog. Most dog attacks are the result of insufficient containment of the dog, poor training, or taunting. Unfortunately, the world will never be rid of bad owners, so it is wise to be prepared. Common sense should tell you not to aggravate any kind of animal.  Never irritate a dog who's eating or caring for her pups. Dogs are extra-protective during these times. Avoid smiling at the dog. You may think you are putting on a friendly face with a big toothy smile, but an aggressive dog sees you baring your teeth for a fight. Dogs that are chained or tethered to a stationary object for extended periods of time are more likely to be aggressive, so do not come within their reach. In general, the best policy when it comes to dog attacks is to do everything you can to avoid them in the first place. If you see a dog...

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Surveillez les signes avertisseurs. Évitez d'énerver le chien. Partez du principe que tous les chiens inconnus constituent une menace.


Article in English: Most dogs want their stomachs scratched or rubbed and it's generally fine to do so.  However, some dogs are not comfortable with this and you will have to look for the signs that your dog is happy to have its belly rubbed before doing so.  A dog will lie down, presenting its stomach and wagging its tail to show it's comfortable with you. Your dog should look relaxed and will lay down without tension in its body. A dog looking for a belly scratch may roll around playfully on its back. Presenting its stomach can be a sign of trust from your dog. Some dogs will present their stomach out of fear or submission.  These dogs do not actually want their stomachs rubbed and you should avoid doing so.  Look for some of the following signs of submission and fear in your dog and avoid rubbing its stomach if they are present.  Dogs who are afraid will often tuck its tail in between its legs. Nervous dogs will take on a hunched and tense posture. Fearful dogs will likely not move much after they present its stomach. Submissive and fearful dogs may growl at you if you approach them. If your dog appears uncomfortable or you are unsure about your dog's level of comfort you should avoid scratching its stomach.  Forcing an uncomfortable dog to allow you to scratch its stomach can cause unneeded stress for the dog and can even result in it biting you.  Never try to flip your dog on its back to rub its stomach. Always allow your dog to present its stomach on its own. Forcing a belly rub can make your dog mistrust you.

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Apprenez à reconnaitre certains signes. Observez s'il se montre nerveux ou soumis. N'obligez pas le chien à se soumettre s'il n'a pas envie d'être caressé.


Article in English: Most flu vaccines are injected on the deltoid muscle of the right arm. Using a newly opened alcohol pad, lightly clean the deltoid area of the upper arm. This can help ensure the that no bacteria enters the injection site.  Make sure to use single-dose alcohol pad.  If the person has a large or especially hairy arm, consider using two alcohol pads to help ensure the deltoid area is clean. Choose a needle appropriate for the size of your patient. Make sure it is a single-use needle that was sealed prior to the vaccine, which can help prevent the spread of diseases.  Use a needle 1 to 1.5" (2.5 to 3.8 cm) in length for an adult who weighs 132 lbs (60 kg) or more. This is a standard-sized needle, 22 – 25 gauge.  Use a needle 5/8" (1.58 cm) in length for children and adults who weigh less than 132 lbs (60 kg). Stretch the skin tightly when using a smaller needle. Once you’ve selected the proper sized needle for your patient, place it on the syringe into which you will fill the vaccine. Make sure to select a new, single-use syringe to minimize the risk of infecting your patient with bacteria or other diseases. Using a vial of the flu vaccine, or TIV-IM, fill your syringe with the appropriate dosage for your patient. The patient's age determines the proper dosage amount.  Give 0.25 mL (0.05 tsp) to children from 6 months to 35 months in age.  Give 0.5 mL (0.1 tsp) to all patients older than 35 months.  For adults age 65 years and older, you may give 0.5 mL of high-dose TIV-IM.  If you do not have 0.5ml syringes, you may use two single 0.25ml syringes. Gather your patient’s deltoid muscle between your fingers and hold it somewhat tightly. Ask your patient which is his dominant hand, and inject the vaccine in the opposite arm to help prevent soreness. If this is your first time administering a flu shot, you should have a seasoned nurse is monitoring your technique.  Find the thickest part of the deltoid, which is often above the armpit and below the acromion, or top of the shoulder. Firmly guide the needle into...

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Nettoyez la zone où sera administré le vaccin. Choisissez une aiguille stérile et à usage unique. Positionnez l'aiguille sur une seringue. Remplissez la seringue avec le vaccin antigrippal. Injectez la seringue dans le muscle deltoïde du patient. Injectez le vaccin jusqu'à ce que la seringue soit vide. Retirez la seringue. Décrivez le vaccin dans le dossier médical du patient ou dans son carnet de vaccination. Informez les parents ayant de jeunes enfants de la nécessité de faire une seconde injection. Dites à votre patient de vous signaler tout effet secondaire.


Article in English: Most ground meats will produce a lot of grease in the skillet. If there's more than a spoonful in the bottom of the skillet, you'll need to drain it off. Set a can or metal jar in the sink and put a lid on the skillet. Carefully tilt the pan so the grease gathers on 1 side of the pan and the lid stops the meat from falling out. Slowly pour the grease into the can.  Let the grease cool before you discard it. Avoid pouring the hot grease directly into the sink because the grease will clog the pipes.

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Article in English: Most headlight controls will be marked by a standard headlamp indicator symbol. Look for this symbol on the side of the control dial.  The standard headlamp indicator symbol looks like a sun or upside-down light bulb. On many headlight control dials, there will also be an enclosed circle next to this indicator symbol. The circle marks the side of the dial actually controlling the headlight settings. Align this enclosed circle with the headlight setting you wish to select. Each headlight setting should be labeled by a separate symbol, and these symbols are almost always the same from vehicle to vehicle.  If your vehicle is equipped with parking lamps, these lights should be indicated by a symbol that looks like the letter "p" with several lines extending out from the rounded front. The "low beam" symbol looks like a rounded triangle or capital letter "D." Downward-slanted lines extend out from the flat side of the shape. The "fog light" symbol utilizes the same shape and has downward slanting lines like the "low beam" symbol. One wavy line should pass directly through the center of these slanted lines, though. The "high beam" symbol also looks like a rounded triangle or capital "D," but the lines extending out from the flat side are perfectly horizontal. Automobiles with electronic/digital dashboards may display a warning light when certain car lights are not operating correctly. When one of these warning lights flashes, you should have the corresponding headlight changed or otherwise fixed.  When your headlights are malfunctioning, your vehicle may display the standard headlight indicator symbol with an exclamation mark (!) or "x" across it. Alternatively, it may display the low beam indicator with an exclamation mark over it.

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Repérez le symbole des feux. Identifiez le symbole pour chaque réglage. Cherchez les témoins d'avertissement sur le tableau de bord.


Article in English: Most household appliance motors with a shorted winding will not run and will probably open the fuse or trip the circuit breaker instantly (600 volt systems are "ungrounded," so a 600 volt motor with a shorted winding may run and not trip a fuse or circuit breaker). With an ohmmeter set to the Resistance or Ohms test setting, place test probes into the appropriate jacks, usually the "Common" and "Ohms" jacks. (Check the meter's operation manual if necessary) Choose the highest scale (R X 1000 or similar) and zero the meter by touching both probes against each other. Adjust the needle to 0 if possible. Locate a ground screw (often a green, hex head type) or any metal part of the frame (scrape away paint if needed to make good contact with metal) and press a test probe to this spot and the other test probe to each of the motor leads, one at a time.  Ideally, the meter should barely move off the highest resistance indication.  Make sure your hands are not touching the metal probe tips, as doing so will cause the reading to be inaccurate.  It may move a fair amount, but the meter should always indicate a resistance value in the millions of ohms (or "megohms").  Occasionally, values as low as several hundred thousand ohms (500,000 or so), *may* be acceptable, but a higher number is more desirable. Many digital meters do not offer the ability to zero, so skip the "zeroing" information above if yours is a digital meter. Many simple "across the line" single-phase and 3-phase motors (used in household appliances and industry respectively) can be checked simply by changing the range of the ohm meter to the lowest offered (R X 1), zeroing the meter again, and measuring the resistance between the leads of the motor.  In this case, consult the wiring diagram of the motor to be sure that the meter is measuring across each winding. Expect to see a very low value of resistance in ohms.  Low, single digit resistance values are expected.  Make sure your hands are not touching the metal probe tips, as doing so will cause the...

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Vérifiez l'isolement des enroulements par rapport à la carcasse. Utilisez un ohmmètre pour vérifier la résistance d'isolement. Vérifiez que les enroulements ne sont pas en circuit ouvert ou coupés.


Article in English: Most hydroponic recipes call for 2-3 reservoirs. Make sure your containers are food-grade. If you can, use distilled water or water that has been run through a reverse osmosis system. Tap water often contains ions and other elements that can prove harmful to a hydroponics system.  For a smaller nutrient reservoir, an empty 1 gallon (4 liter) milk jug works well. For a larger amount, a use a 5 gallon water container. If you can't find either distilled water, let your water sit open for 24 hours to allow any chlorine to dissipate. If you plan to use tap water, get it tested to learn what's in it. In a 2-container reservoir system, you'll want to have 1 container with crop-specific nutrients, such as potassium nitrate or individual micronutrient chelates. The other container may be filled with a premixed fertilizer or another general nutrient blend.  Use a plastic chemical scoop and sterilized filter paper to hold dry chemicals. Measure liquid nutrients in a graduated cylinder or beaker. For example, for a full 5-gallon (20-liter) container of water, measure out 5 teaspoons (25 ml) of CaNO3, 1/3 teaspoon (1.7 ml) of K2SO4, 1 2/3 teaspoons (8.3 ml) KNO3, 1 1/4 teaspoon (6.25 ml) of KH2PO4, 3 1/2 teaspoons (17.5 ml) MgSO4, and 2/5 teaspoon (2 ml) trace element compound. You can mix the nutrients even without a funnel, but doing so could result in spills that could upset the nutritional balance of the solution. Using a small plastic funnel makes it easier to pour the chemicals into the container.  Some nutrients and other additives can be irritating or harmful to the skin. Using a funnel should help you avoid spills. Check the pH of the water in your hydroponics system after adding the nutrients. Hydroponics nutrients usually lower the pH balance of neutral water, so you may need to use pH additive to realign the balance afterward. Pour the nutrients in one by one, going slowly to prevent overflow, spills, or similar loss of nutrients. A slight loss of nutrients will not cause severe damage to your system, but the...

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Remplissez votre récipient d’eau. Mesurez les nutriments. Faites passer un entonnoir par l’embouchure du réservoir. Ajoutez des nutriments à l’eau. Fermez le récipient et secouez-le.


Article in English: Most likely you have a pair of boots that go at least as high as your ankles. Make sure that you get boot laces that are long enough for your pair of boots.  Ask a sales clerk for advice or read the packaging to determine the right boot lace length. If you are getting new laces, measure the laces that came with your boots. The right length depends on a number of factors, including how many eyelet pairs the boot has, the amount of vertical and horizontal spacing between the eyelets, and your desired lacing method. On average, though, you'll need 45 inches (114 cm) for 5-6 eyelet pairs, 54 inches (137 cm) for 6-7 eyelet pairs, 63 inches (160 cm) for 7-8 eyelet pairs, 72 inches (183 cm) for 8-9 eyelet pairs, and 96 inches (244 cm) or more for 10+ eyelet pairs. The standard way for lacing your boots is to lace up your boot in a criss-cross fashion. Starting at the bottom, string the laces through each of the bottom eyelets.  Pull the laces up vertically as far as possible and ensure both tips are even.   Your laces should now be on the outside of your eyelets. For a standard criss-cross lacing method, string your laces through the eyelets, not over the top. Insert the lace into the second eyelet from the bottom. feed the lace through the eyelet and over.  Once you have strung one lace through the next eyelet, repeat with the other. Your laces should now be on the outside of your boot. Make sure to always insert one side before the other to keep the pattern uniform until the top of the boot is reached.  If you crossed from left to right for the first eyelet, keep this pattern consistent. If you want your boots to have a symmetrical look, do the opposite for the other boot. If you starting by crossing left over right on one boot, go right over left on the other. Staying consistent not only gives your boots a nice, clean look, but it makes tightening the laces easier. If you want a bit more room and extra length in the laces, you can leave the last pair of eyelets empty. At the top, either tie the laces in a bow, or...

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Choisissez des lacets. Commencez à enfiler un lacet. Remontez en diagonale. Continuez. Lacez les bottes jusqu'en haut.


Article in English: Most modern computers no longer come with dial-up modems. In order to connect to AOL, you will need to have a dial-up modem connected to your phone line. See this guide for details on setting up a dial-up connection. AOL offers three different plans for their dial-up internet service. The only difference in these plans is the extra software that comes with them. You get the same speed and access numbers with the lowest cost option. You can either sign up through the AOL website (get.aol.com) or you can call AOL's 1-800 number. You will need an AOL account and a valid credit card in order to sign up for AOL dial-up service. Choose the plan you want and sign up. Your credit card will be charged monthly for your plan. After signing up for a plan, you will either be given download links (if you ordered online) or your software will be shipped to you on a CD. This software will allow you to choose your local access number and connect to the AOL network. Choose your access number and dial in to the AOL network. Once you are connected, you can start browsing the internet using the AOL Desktop software. While you are connected, avoid picking up your telephone as it could disconnect you.

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Assurez-vous d'avoir un modem. Choisissez une formule d'abonnement. Connectez-vous. Téléchargez le logiciel AOL. Connectez-vous à AOL.


Article in English: Most mousetrap cars work as follows: the mousetrap is "set", a string tied to the arm of the mousetrap is carefully wrapped around one of the wheel axles, and, when the trap is sprung, the swinging arm of the trap transfers its energy to the axle to turn the wheels. Since the arm of the trap is fairly short, if the car isn't carefully constructed, it can pull on the string too rapidly, causing the wheels to slip and energy to be lost. For a slower, steadier pull, try attaching a long pole to the arm to act as a lever, then tying the end of the string to this, better  than to the arm itself It's important to use the right material for your lever. The lever shouldn't bend at all under the stress of the string — this represents wasted energy. Many guides recommend sturdy balsa constructions or balsa reinforced with metal to give a sturdy yet light lever. Assuming that your trap will be turning the rear wheels, you'll want your car's mousetrap to be far forward on the frame as it can be without touching the front wheels. The longer distance between the trap and the wheels, the better — more distance means you'll be able to loop more string around the axle for just a little extra slow and steady pulling power. For maximum distance, you'll want to be using as close to 100% of your mousetrap's power as possible. This means reducing the friction on surfaces of your car where points slide against each other. Use a mild lubricant, like WD-40, auto grease, or a similar product to keep the points of contact between a car's moving parts well-oiled so that the car "runs" as smoothly as possible. Many mousetrap car building guides identify the axle as the primary source of friction on a mousetrap car. To minimize axle friction, rub or spray a little lubricant on each axle where it meets the frame, then, if possible, work it into the contact point by sliding the wheels back and forth. Most of the time, for mousetrap car assignments, all students will be required to use the same size of mousetrap so that everyone's car...

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Installez un long bras pour augmenter l'effet de levier. Installez le piège le plus loin possible. Assurez-vous qu'il y a une friction minimale des pièces en mouvement. Si vous en avez le droit, utilisez le piège à souris le plus puissant que vous pouvez trouver.


Article in English: Most newer garage doors with multiple horizontal sections should be compatible with an opener. Older types, such as those that are one solid piece, may need to be replaced before you can install an opener. There are two basic types of garage door openers, chain driven and belt driven. Both operate in roughly the same way but just use a slightly different part for operation. A belt driven garage door opener can be a bit quieter during operation. Consider this when making the choice of what opener to buy. Make sure your garage door is well lubricated and operating properly.  The weight of a garage door is supported by the door springs, cables, and pulleys, not the opener. If you can't raise and lower the door normally by hand, do not install the opener until the door is repaired. Remove all ropes or cords attached to the garage door so you won't get tangled in them during installation. Deactivate or remove all existing garage door locks, so they won't accidentally engage and either damage the opener or cause personal injury. They are usually mounted in the ceiling, facing down. You will need to install one, or have one installed by a licensed electrician, if you do not have one already. If you need to install permanent electrical wiring, always disconnect the power at the main breaker box before attempting to wire connections. Always connect the power cord of the garage door opener to a properly grounded outlet to avoid electrical shock.

Summary in French:

Examinez votre garage. Choisissez l'ouvre-porte à installer. Préparez la porte de votre garage pour l'installation de l'ouvre-porte. Recherchez une prise.


Article in English: Most of the promises God makes to those who follow Him are not tangible, so you won't be able to see proof of those promises with your own eyes. You must believe that God will keep those promises as an act of faith rather than one of sight.  As stated in John 3:17-18, "For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved, by the condemning of his son. He who believes in Him is not condemned; but he who does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God." Simply put, accepting Christ as your Savior and as the Son of God will lead you to salvation.  As stated in Matthew 16:27, "For the Son of Man will come in the glory of His Father with His angels, and then He will reward each according to his works." If you live by the will of God—in other words, walking in faith and by faith—you will receive the salvation promised to the believers and followers of Christ. Walking by sight limits your experience to things that can only be experienced by sight. Once you realize how limiting this is, the benefit of walking by faith can become much clearer.  Imagine what life would be like if you never planned to travel anywhere beyond the destinations you can see from your bedroom window. You wouldn't get very far, and you would be missing out on everything the world had to offer. Likewise, if you never plan to travel anywhere beyond the tangible realm, you won't get very far and you'll miss out on everything that the spiritual realm has to offer. The world can be a frightening place, and sometimes, you may do things out of fear that contradict God's will. If you want to walk by faith, you need to release your fear to God and accept the path He leads you down. This is easier said than done, of course. You may not be able to become completely fearless, but you can be courageous and learn to act according to God's will even when you are afraid of what lies ahead.

Summary in French:

Croyez dans les promesses que vous ne pouvez pas voir. Pensez aux limites que vous trouverez en marchant par la foi. Oubliez vos peurs.


Article in English: Most of the supplies for this project should be available at local grocery stores, general retailers, and hobby shops. When choosing a glue, you should select one that works well for bonding plastic, like PlasticWeld, Amazing GOOP, or Super Glue. You'll need:  Elastic cord Glue Marker Plastic, waterproof sheet (like a plastic tablecloth or shower curtain) Ruler Scissors Tape Choose a clean, flat, level work surface. Lay the sheet down so it is completely flat. The side facing up will be the interior of your cover, so if your plastic sheet has a design you want to show off, the design should be facing down. Plastic table cloths intended for children's parties are durable and often come decorated with popular children's characters. These make great options for children's rain covers. Measure and use your marker to mark points 5 inches (12.7 cm) away from each corner for both edges of each corner. Then, use your marker to connect the two dots at each corner so the line between each is rounded.  Your rounded edges don't have to be perfectly alike, so feel free to freehand these markings. The edges of your cover will end up bunching, which means as long as the rounded corners are roughly the same, irregularities won't be noticed. Fold one long edge of your sheet so it lines up evenly with the sheet's middle. Fold the opposite edge in the same way to form two inward facing flaps. Both flaps should be evenly aligned with the middle of the sheet, lengthwise, before moving on. Open one of the long flaps. At one end of the seam and moving in the direction of the opposite end, apply 2 to 3 inches  (5 to 7.6 cm) of glue along the seam. Do the same at the opposite end of the flap, then close the flap. Repeat this process with the other flap. At this point, you should wait for your glue to dry before moving on. For most quick drying glues, you should be ready to move in as few as 15 minutes. Open your flap gently, being mindful not to pull on the glue too much. Fold the space between the glued seam and the middle of the...

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Rassemblez le matériel. Disposez la feuille de plastique sur votre surface de travail. Arrondissez les angles de la feuille de plastique. Repliez les bords longs au centre de la feuille. Appliquez la colle en haut et en bas des deux rabats. Pliez à nouveau les rabats. Collez le long du haut et du bas du second pli.


Article in English: Most of the time when you see Angelina out and about, she’s wearing black. Whatever you do, don’t wear pastels. She almost never does. You might see her in jewel tones at an awards show, but black’s the basic uniform.  Decide which phase of Angelina’s life you want to look like. Angelina Jolie is known for mixing up her styles. In 1991, when she was a high school student, she wore black boots with a silver bat charm. Today, she has a softer style. But she still favors black. In fact, many of Angelina’s outfits are entirely black. Her style tends to be monochromatic, not patterns or mixing colors. When she pairs black with another color, it’s often a white or tan shirt. For awards shows, she often chooses long black dresses in classic styles, although she’s also been photographed in deep red and green. When she’s at a serious event, Angelina is a fan of blazers with slacks. Her clothing doesn't draw attention to itself, keeping the focus on her message and her causes.  She favors monochrome for this look as well. She’s been seen in black suits and white ones, most commonly. Because Angelina wants to be taken seriously, her business look is not too fussy. She won't wear big necklaces and usually pairs a blazer with a simple scoop-necked T-shirt. She sometimes pairs a blazer with a short skirt. When Angelina is not at a big event, you will find her dressed down. She isn’t too dolled up like she is posing for the cameras when she goes to a toy store with her children.  Wear flats. Angelina’s often seen in flats. She dresses for comfort during the day, and you won’t see her going to the grocery store wearing high heels. Nude toned ballet flats are a favorite shoe of Angelina’s, often paired with black clothing. Don’t wear too many accessories. Angelina never looks too fussy. You aren’t going to find her with big earrings or a lot of bling. She’s more likely to wear simple, but classy, diamond solitaire earrings.    Wear leather. Although you saw her in leather more before she became a mother, it’s still one of...

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Portez du noir. Essayez la tenue d'affaires décontractée. Essayez la tenue décontractée.


Article in English: Most of us can reduce caloric intake very easily by making some small changes to our diet.  Reducing portions, switching to lower fat products and eliminating sources of extra calories can make a big difference.  Here are some ideas:  Eat smaller meals. Put low fat or skim milk in your coffee or tea. Make a sandwich with mustard instead of mayonnaise. Drizzle, rather than pour salad dressing onto your salads. Order or serve gravies and sauces on the side and dip your food in them, rather than eating them poured over your food.  Skip the sauces and go for grilled meats, steamed vegetables, oil and vinegar dressings on salads. Drinking a lot of water will aid in the overall process of weight loss. Water will help flush your system and keep your digestive system regular - all of which are important if you want to lose weight. It will also keep you hydrated which will be important if you are exercising as part of your weight loss plan. Not to mention, you will lose water weight, which is water that has been retained in the body unnecessarily.   Staying hydrated will give you energy and help keep you vibrant. Drinking water is important if you will be exercising to lose weight. Drinking plenty of water will help you keep regular bowel movements, which in turn will help you lose weight and stay healthy. Multiply your weight in pounds by .66 to determine how much water (ounces) to drink daily. Then add 12 ounces (350 ml) of water for every 30 minutes you exercise or work out. Limiting your carb consumption will help you lose weight, too. Carbohydrates break down quickly in our bodies, leaving us feeling hungry again after only a short period of time.  They also signal our bodies to store fat.  Both of these are counterproductive to weight loss.  It's hard to completely eliminate carbs, so try reducing them rather than not eating any.  Avoid excessive amounts of bread. Consume only one serving a day of cereal. Limit potatoes, rice, and corn. Be careful. A low carb diet can be harmful to people with certain health...

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Réduisez vos apports en calories. Buvez beaucoup d'eau. Réduisez vos apports en glucides. Consommez des protéines maigres. Mangez plus de fruits et légumes. Réduisez vos apports en sucre. Éliminez le sodium (sel). Évitez l'alcool.


Article in English: Most often, people take up a martial art for self-defense purposes. Daniel LaRusso did so. He was being bullied. Are you being bullied? Or are you afraid of being harassed in the future? Every single martial art will teach you how to defend yourself. Your goal will be to find a martial art that emphasizes defense techniques and breaking holds. In many ways, Jiu Jitsu is this martial art, because it uses the opponent's strength and force of attack as a weapon against him, thus enabling a stronger or bigger attacker to be subdued. When in a self-defense situation, Jiu Jitsu will help you dodge frontal attacks, escape from holds, and get the upper hand quickly. Remember that every martial arts form addresses self-defense. Some are more confrontational than others. Jiu Jitsu is a happy medium. The second most popular reason why people practice martial arts is to exercise, to transform fat into muscle, and to increase their coordination. All martial arts do this well, but depending on your own fitness goals, you might choose one martial art over another.  Kung Fu is a great all around body workout. Since Kung Fu utilizes low stances and powerful blocks, it tends to provide a full body workout. This is also one of the most disciplined forms of martial arts. While Kung Fu works all of your muscles, there are martial art styles that emphasize upper body or lower body strength and flexibility. If you’d rather work on your upper body strength, you might choose the Western Boxing style or perhaps Shotokan Karate from Japan. Alternatively, if you want your legs to be in better shape, you might choose a martial arts style with a greater emphasis on leg strength and agility like Taekwondo. Naginata today is a martial art and an art form that teaches etiquette, respect, and self-confidence. Martial arts like Naginata build confidence because they unlock potential, build muscle, and teach you new skills. Many people who first enter the dojo suffer from low self esteem or simply don’t believe in themselves. Maybe that’s why...

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Apprenez le jiujitsu pour l'autodéfense. Mettez-vous en forme avec le kung-fu. Augmentez votre assurance en vous-même avec le naginatajutsu. Essayez le taekwondo pour entrainer votre discipline et votre contrôle de vous-même. Préparez-vous au combat sur le ring avec le kickboxing. Pensez à vos centres d'intérêt culturels.


Article in English: Most painting businesses will offer different services such as painting houses, businesses, or cars. Some may even paint banners or placards for large events. The more diversified your services, the more likely you are to be successful.  Even if you offer several different services, consider specializing in a specific genre to help attract clients. For example, maybe you work very well older homes. You might want to consider restoring the pain on historic homes. It’s important to not be too diversified. Offer several different services that you do well instead of dozens that you do marginally. Set up pricing structure for your services. Knowing how much you want to charge in advance can make you appear more professional when you meet with potential clients.  You may want to set base rates and tailor them according to how much work each individual job will cost. Looking at what other companies charge will give you a point of reference. Make sure your prices are commensurate with your experience and the location in which you’re offering painting. For example, painting jobs in places such as Wyoming may not cost as much as New York City. An excellent way to gauge prices is by checking the prices of comparable painting services in your local area. You want to stay competitive with your prices while making sure you’re compensated fairly for your work. A mentor may be able to help you figure out fair prices for you and your clients. One aspect to consider when assessing your prices is the speed at which and the detail with which you paint. If it takes you a longer time to paint because it requires intricate work, you’ll want to adjust your prices to help ensure you’re getting paid an amount commensurate to your skills and work. Once you know your pricing system, install an invoicing and payment structure. Consider the types of payment you will accept and how you will write receipts, which will help legitimize your business and make it easier to report income.  Make sure to have a separate bank account for your...

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Offrez différents services. Mettez en place un système de tarification. Mettez en place un système de facturation et de paiement. Engagez du personnel. Réalisez un portfolio qui montre votre marque de commerce. Mettez en place une stratégie de markéting. Garantissez vos produits et services. Suivez l'évolution des tendances dans l'industrie.


Article in English: Most people aren't sensitive to the needles, but if you're sensitive to pain, you can use a numbing cream first, particularly if you have needles that are 1.0 millimeter or longer. Rub a lidocaine cream into the area, and leave it for 20 minutes before you start rolling. Wipe off any excess cream before you roll. Start on one edge of the area. Roll up it from top to bottom, avoiding the eye socket area if you're doing your face. Lift it up, and roll over the same area again, repeating 6 times in total. Move the roller over and repeat. Keep going until you've done the whole area. If you're using longer needles, such as 1.0 millimeter or higher, you may see some light bleeding. However, if you notice more than pinpricks of blood, you should stop. You may need a smaller needle. Starting at the top or bottom, roll across the area horizontally. Lift up, and roll over the same area again. Roll over it 6 times altogether. Move down or up a little bit, and repeat the process until you've done the whole area. You can also go diagonally, but that can lead to uneven needling. You can overdo it with microneedling, especially on your face. Therefore, it's a good idea to limit each rolling session to under 2 minutes if you can. Using it too often can lead to inflammation. At most, try using your derma roller 3 to 5 times a week, making sure to give your skin a break every now and then. Some people only use this treatment every 6 weeks, for instance.

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Appliquez une crème anesthésiante. Passez le rouleau verticalement. Roulez horizontalement. Stoppez après 2 minutes. Faites le soin tous les 2 jours.


Article in English: Most people associate philanthropy with giving money. However, donating your time to valuable causes is just as important. In addition to donating time, make sure you donate your money to charity.  Look for opportunities to volunteer. You can find volunteer opportunities online or you can also watch for fliers and signs in your local community asking for help.  Try to get involved in a certain organization for more than just a one time thing. While it's great to ring bells for the Salvation Army around Christmastime, remember that most non-profit and charitable organizations need help year round. See if any organizations have programs where volunteers are trained and assigned work year round. See where volunteers are needed. There may be a particular area where volunteers are lacking. Ask an organization you care about where they need extra help and volunteer your services. Teaching others about the important of charity is vital to the philanthropic lifestyle. Teach your friends and family members about the causes in which your invested. Invite them to help volunteer at events, give money to charity, and educate themselves and others about causes that matter. Use things like social media to your advantage. Post articles and links to the charities encouraging others to give to your cause and educate themselves about it. In addition to donating time to a cause, try to spread awareness as well. Oftentimes, causes can benefit from public awareness campaigns. This can lead to more people donating money to worthy causes. Think about creative ways to spread awareness. Incorporating social media can often have a phenomenal effect on public awareness. The ALS ice bucket challenge, for example, was an incredibly popular social media campaign in which participants dumped a bucket of ice water on their heads to help raise money for research into a disease known as ALS, which attacks nerve cells and leaves sufferers paralyzed. The challenge was widely successful, raising millions for charity and making more aware of ALS.

Summary in French:

Faites du bénévolat. Impliquez vos amis et votre famille. Informez les autres.


Article in English: Most people enjoy being around others who are confident and comfortable in their own skin. Having confidence in yourself can make you all the more irresistible to any person you may want to attract.  Avoid being arrogant or pretentious. This trait can detract from your irresistibility. Remain yourself: calm, cool, and collected.  For example, if you’re an excellent photographer, you can say something like “I’m a really avid amateur photographer and have actually had some of my work displayed in exhibitions. Maybe I could show you some of my photographs sometime. I’d love to hear your opinion.” This not only projects your confidence, but also draws the other person into your conversation. Catching someone’s gaze and holding it is flirtatious and can help the person remember. Looking the person in the eye when you speak or even if you are not together in that moment can make you appear irresistible and draw her closer to you.  Avoid staring at the person if you are not together. Holding your gazes for a couple of seconds is sufficient. When you are speaking with the object of your affection—be it romantic or just someone you want to know better—look them in the eye as long as you are together. This signals the person that you are completely engaged and interested in her and what she has to say. It’s important to listen closely to what others are saying. This not only helps show your interest, but also gives you the opportunity to later reference comments, which further enforces your interest. It may help you seem more irresistible to the other person.  Meaningful conversations about mutual interests can help forge an important bond that may make you irresistible to the other person.  Having common interests is a powerful way to cultivate attraction. Let the other person in on your hobbies and interests, too. This demonstrates your dynamism, which can help attract others to you. Not being independent or able to hold your own can make you less attractive to others. Demonstrating that you have opinions and don’t...

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Ayez confiance en vous. Regardez l'autre dans les yeux. Écoutez avec attention pendant les conversations. Montrez votre indépendance. Comportez-vous de manière positive et amusante. Utilisez un langage corporel positif. Cultivez vos compétences en conversation. Développez votre sens de l'humour.


Article in English: Most people had injections as children and may have bad feelings associated with them. But realizing that needles are now much thinner and cause less pain may help relax you before an injection.  Ask your doctor or the person injecting you about the size of the needle if you like or what type of pain you might feel. In some cases, they may even show you how small it is. Recognize that fear of needles or injections is very common. If you are scared, talk to your doctor or health professional before and during the injection. This can help reassure and distract you.  Speak with your health professional before the injection about any fears or concerns you have. Ask her to explain how she will do the injection before she starts. Ask your doctor to talk to you while she injects you as a distraction technique. Keep the conversation light and not related to your health. For example, you could tell her about your upcoming vacation and ask her if she has any suggestions for it. A recent study suggests that looking away while you’re getting an injection may be the best way to distract yourself. Focus on an object in the opposite direction of where you are getting the injection.  Look at a picture or other object in the room. Watch your feet. This can help you take the focus off of your injection site.  Closing your eyes may help you relax and avoid anticipation of the injection. Imagine something else like a warm beach while your eyes are closed. Being able to tune out an upcoming injection may help you relax and distract you. Try different media like music or your tablet.  Tell your health professional you’d like to distract yourself with media you have brought.  Listen to soothing and slow music.  Watch a show or movie you enjoy.  Watch a funny video before and during your injection to relax you. This may help you associate shots with humor instead of pain. Relaxing your entire body can help you get through an injection. From breathing exercises to medication, try different relaxation techniques before and during an...

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Dites-vous que les aiguilles sont toutes petites. Discutez avec votre docteur. Ne regardez pas l’endroit où vous allez être piqué. Essayez de vous distraire avec un appareil multimédia. Servez-vous des techniques de détente. Rédigez un script pour l’injection. Pensez à l’injection en termes simples. Venez avec quelqu’un pour vous soutenir.


Article in English: Most people save details like bank accounts, login information for different accounts, and even personal pictures on their mobile phones and laptops. When these devices are lost or stolen, all your personal information gets compromised. If you can’t avoid saving personal information on your gadgets, then you could at least try to encrypt your devices by adding security measures such as passwords. This way, in the event your device gets lost, it won’t be easy for anyone to just open it up and steal data. Secure media storages, such as DVD/CDs, flash drives, and external/internal hard disks, that you use to store your personal information. Put it in a secure location, away from places where people might pick it up. Even if it isn’t in digital form, paper documents can also be stolen without you knowing it. Cameras now have high resolutions that it can copy these documents in a flash. You can keep these documents inside personal vaults or have it stored inside a personal safety deposit box in banks. When you’re through with a particular document, such as expired IDs and forms, dispose of them properly to avoid other people reusing it.  You can burn these documents or use shredding machines.     For digital storages, make sure you wipe out its contents before you dispose it.

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Ne stockez pas de données personnelles sur des appareils qui peuvent être perdus ou volés. Cryptez vos appareils électroniques. Prenez bien soin de vos supports de stockage. Gardez vos documents papier dans un endroit sûr. Débarrassez-vous correctement de vos documents personnels.


Article in English: Most people try to breathe into their cupped hand in order to catch a whiff of their own breath, but too often this just gives you an idea of how your hand smells. Since our nasal passages are connected to our mouths, such a technique is not an accurate indicator of your breath’s odor. The best way to recognize bad breath on the spot is to consult someone you’re comfortable with. Find a loved one — someone you won’t turn off too badly — to quickly sniff your breath. Don’t make it obvious. Just a quick exhale will do the trick. Step to the side and lick the inside of your wrist. Because your wrist doesn’t rub up against many things, it’ll be a better indicator of your breath. Wait for your saliva to dry and then give your wrist a whiff. This is one of the most accurate ways of smelling your own breath. Take a spoon and place it upside-down on the back of your tongue. Slowly, but deliberately drag it to the front of your mouth. Now examine residue that you’ve collected on the spoon. If it is clear, then you probably don’t have bad breath. Most likely, it will be a milky-white or even a yellowish color. What you’ve collected is a film of bacteria that has accumulated on your tongue. This bacteria is what causes bad breath.  It is important to scrape the back (posterior) of the tongue when you are brushing your teeth. This is prime real estate for bacteria that cause bad breath. Similarly, you can perform this test with a piece of gauze — found at any pharmacy. Spoons tend to be more accessible in everyday situations. The Halimeter test looks for sulfide signatures in your breath. VSCs or sulfur compounds are commonly found in the human mouth, but high levels of sulfur signatures can indicate bad breath. Sulfur smells like eggs — this is not the smell you want in your mouth during an important meeting. Most likely, your dentist will have to administer the test, but if you really want your own Halimeter, you can purchase one. They are very expensive. This test measures sulfur levels and several other chemical...

Summary in French:

Posez la question. Léchez l'intérieur de votre poignet. Grattez-vous la langue avec une cuillère. Utilisez un halimètre. Demandez à votre dentiste de vous faire passer une chromatographie gazeuse.