In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: While ultrasonic sound systems are available for purchase, their efficacy has been debated. Instead, old fashioned (preferably outdoor/waterproof) speakers seem to work best. A variety of sudden sounds such as alarms, distressed bird recordings, and explosions are most effective. Play the sounds erratically, not in a predictable pattern. Move the speakers' direction, or adjust the fading and panning from the receiver system, to vary the directionality of the sound. The sound of a gunshot may also frighten the starlings away. Using a variety of visual scare tactics is most effective. Some things to try are balloons, balloons with predator eyes painted on them, flashing lights, shiny/reflective items that move, and models of predators such as owls, hawks, and foxes. Be sure to move the visual scare devices frequently so that the birds do not become acclimated to them. Sporadically spraying the birds with water is a humane way to frighten the birds away. Like the audio and visual attacks, water sprays should be sudden and not patterned so that the birds do not adapt to the timing of the water. The best scare attack is one that combines multiple methods of making the birds' roosting habitat undesirable. The more undesirable or inconvenient a habitat is, the more likely the starlings are to move on to a safer place. The bulk of your scare tactics should be applied when the birds are preparing to roost in the evenings. You can also launch a "reminder" attack in the morning as they are leaving their roosting areas.
Summary: Use sound machines to frighten the starlings. Use visual effects to frighten the starlings. Spray the birds with water. Combine different repellents together at the same time. Target attacks in the evening and morning hours.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Fill a large saucepan or stockpot about 1/2 to 2/3 full with water. Heat the water on high until it reaches a boil. Add a dash of salt to the water, if desired. Adding salt to the water will draw out more flavor from the cauliflower. You could add it before the water reaches a boil, but doing so will cause the water to take a little more time to reach its boiling point. As a result, you may find it more beneficial to add it after the water has already begun boiling. Cook the cauliflower, uncovered, until it becomes tender. The cauliflower must be tender enough to pierce with a fork. Once the cauliflower is adequately cooked, pour the contents of the stockpot or saucepan through a colander to separate the water from the vegetable. Throw the drained cauliflower back into the still-hot saucepan. Let it sit, removed from the heat of the stove, with the lid on for 2 to 3 minutes. Place the ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and heat, uncovered, for about 1 minute on full power. If you are concerned about food splatters, lightly cover the top of the bowl with a paper towel before you microwave the coconut milk mixture. Doing so will prevent most splatters without interfering with the heating process. Note that you could also heat these ingredients in a small saucepan on the stove for the same amount of time. Meanwhile, transfer the cooked cauliflower to a food processor and puree on medium to high speed until whipped and smooth. As you process the cauliflower, you may need to scrap down the sides of the food processor with a spatula periodically to ensure even blending. You could use a blender instead of a food processor, if necessary. Once the cauliflower reaches your desired consistency, add the warm coconut milk mixture to the mashed cauliflower and pulse for 10 seconds. The coconut milk mixture will make the cauliflower creamier, but it must be evenly blended into the cauliflower. Mashed cauliflower is best enjoyed while still warm. Top with butter, additional pepper, or chives, as desired.
Summary: Boil water in a large saucepan. Add the cauliflower and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the water. Combine and heat the garlic, coconut oil, coconut milk, salt, and pepper. Puree the cauliflower in a food processor. Add the coconut milk solution and pulse. Serve warm.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Many personal finance magazines and blogs on travel hacks have articles that compare the frequent flyer mile programs of the major airlines. You'll want to look for which programs give you the most miles per dollar, which ones allow you to exchange points from other affinity programs for miles, and other terms of the programs. Some rewards programs offer higher points-for-miles exchange rates than others. Others offer better selections of vacation packages. But some cards only work with a limited number of airlines. Make sure that your choice of frequent flyer program is aligned with any rewards programs you are already enrolled in. Enrolling is usually as simple as going on the website of the airline carrier, creating a frequent flyer rewards account, and agreeing to abide by the terms and conditions of the frequent flyer miles program. Some companies have prohibitions against this, but many companies, especially smaller ones, do not. If you work for a company that lets you take advantage of those miles, ask the appropriate staff person to start booking your business flights on the airline where you have your frequent flyer miles program set up. Make sure to check with a tax professional to determine any tax-related liabilities you may incur if you receive frequent flyer miles from employer-paid business travel. You'll want to carefully look at what kinds of exchanges will get you what you want. For example, you may be able to earn an all-inclusive destination vacation package in a shorter period then it would take you to accumulate the miles necessary for airfare to the same vacation spot. Make sure you look at the rewards offered by both points and miles and assess both in terms of dollars and time spent to earn the trips you want.
Summary:
Research airlines for the best frequent flyer miles programs. Assess which credit card rewards programs you're enrolled in work with which frequent flyer miles programs. Enroll in the frequent flyer programs that interest you. Check if your company will give you frequent flyer miles from business travel. Exchange miles-for-points or points-for-miles to earn the trips you want.