In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: This is especially important if you are talking with a stranger or acquaintance. Work into the conversation a mention of needing to be elsewhere soon. This will make the other person not feel obligated to talk for a long while, which will actually build rapport between you both. For example, in a work setting, you might say, "I have a meeting in 5 minutes, but I was wondering if you'd heard anything from human resources about the possibility of new hires." In a casual or social setting, you might say, "I've got to rush to finish these errands, but just wanted to see if you have any news about the Smith family." There are possible exceptions to this suggestion. For example, you might want to intentionally linger if you are meeting with friends or talking with a client who has questions to ask. Come up with a small task that the other person could help you with. Then, bring it up to them and ask for their help. This will make them feel needed and important. It may also lead to them requesting a favor from you as well, which can further build your connection. For example, ask a co-worker to forward on that group email that you seem to have missed. However, don't go overboard in asking for help by making many requests or you may seem too needy. A good general rule is to avoid asking for more than you would be willing to offer in return. Unless it is a very serious issue that requires an immediate correction by you, just give whoever you are talking to a bit of slack. If you correct every error, then you risk alienating others and appearing superior or arrogant. For example, if the person who you are talking to mispronounces a celebrity name, just let it go. Let the other person say their piece and just sit back and listen. Show that you are engaged in what they are saying by nodding your head or encouraging them to continue at intervals. As soon as they pause, resist the urge to jump right in with your own story. Steering the conversation back to them demonstrates that you are genuinely interested in what they have to say and want to know more. You might say, "Could you tell me more about your trip to the Cincinnati office?" On a similar note, being visually present by putting your phone away or focusing on one conversation at a time can help someone feel listened to. These are questions that push for answers beyond a basic "yes" or "no." They encourage people to expand on their previous responses. They also show that you are listening closely and carefully. Questions that start with "How?" or "Why?" are generally the best. For example, you might ask, "Why did you make that decision to move abroad?"
Summary: Mention an end to the conversation. Ask for assistance. Avoid correcting other people in conversation. Listen to someone talking without always responding. Intermix open-ended questions into conversation.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Certain countries are eligible for unaccompanied purchases made by tourists. Unaccompanied tourist purchases simply means products that are bought by a tourist and then shipped through the postal service or a transportation service to the home of that tourist. Countries eligible for duty-free shipping back to the U.S. are categorized as either insular possession (IP) countries or Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) countries. IP countries are sovereign nations that are considered U.S. territories (excluding Puerto Rico). These include the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, and Guam. You are still subject to limitations on how much you can purchase when you ship items as an unaccompanied purchase. These items also count towards your overall allowance limits, so keep track of what you purchase and make sure you can account for those purchases when you fill out the necessary declaration paperwork. If returning to the U.S., you may bring up to five liters (169 fluid ounces) of alcohol as part of your allowable $1,600 exemption if at least four of those liters were purchased in the IP country and at least one of those liters was a product of that IP country. You may bring up to $800 in goods duty free if returning to the U.S. from an eligible CBI country. Only one bottle purchased in a cruise ship's duty-free store would be exempt from taxes. However, you may be allowed to bring back two bottles duty free if at least one of the bottles was the product of an eligible CBI country. Any additional bottles of liquor would be subject to a 1.5% flat duty rate, as well as additional Internal Revenue Service (IRS) taxes. If you are visiting an eligible IP or CBI country, you will be able to ship certain products back to your home if you live in the U.S. In order to do so, you'll need to fill out a Declaration of Unaccompanied Articles form for each package you wish to send. You'll also need to complete a separate declarations form, CBP Form 6059B, which lists any items you purchased that you are bringing back with you. Some retailers offer these forms in store; if not, you can download and print them from the CBP website. Be aware that all mailed packages must be claimed within 30 days of arriving in the U.S. Anything unclaimed after 30 days will be returned to the sender. Ask the merchant to hold your item at the time of purchase. Let him/her know you will send a copy of the Declaration of Unaccompanied Articles form, also known as CPB (Customs and Border Protection) Form 255. Fill out a separate CBP Form 255 for each individual package/container you'll be sending back to the U.S., which will then have to be attached to the package before shipment. Pay any Customs duty and taxes you may owe upon returning to the U.S. A CBP officer will also verify your list and validate your form(s). Send the yellow copy of CBP Form 255 to the vendor who is holding your purchase. Keep the other copy you're given by CBP for your own records. Once your package clears Customs, the U.S. Postal Service will be delivered to your home (if you are shipping it through the USPS). If you're using a transportation service, you will be notified when your package arrives, and you'll be able to claim it at their office.
Summary: Determine a country's eligibility for unaccompanied purchases. Make purchases without exceeding your allowance. Ship your purchases from an eligible IP or CBI country.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Be careful not to put too little water in the bowl or the freezing will release enough heat to warm up the salt water to 0C before the ice cubes finish freezing. The colder the freezer is, the higher the concentration of salt needs to be to prevent the salt water from freezing. You will learn from experience how much salt is needed for the temperature you normally set your freezer to. The result is bubble free ice that is strong and crack free because it froze without any trapped regions of water ever forming during the process.
Summary:
Fill up a bowl with water then dump a lot of salt into it to prevent it from freezing then put it in the freezer. Leave the salt water in the freezer at least 3 hours to get really cold. Boil some water, then let it cool to eliminate microscopic bubbles. Take the bowl of salt water out of the freezer to prevent the water in the ice cube tray from freezing from the top. Fill up an ice cube tray with water then float it on the salt water in the freezer which is denser than fresh water. Put the ice cube tray back in the freezer to prevent melting. Put the bowl of salt water back into the freezer so that you can skip the first step the next time you want to make clear ice cubes.