Fire-bellied newts are small amphibians that make great pets and are a wise choice for first-time amphibian owners. Before you get a newt to keep as a pet, educate yourself on their lifestyle and habits and prepare an appropriate habitat...

Fruit flies, known scientifically as Drosophila melanogaster, are small flies usually found buzzing around ruined fruit. Though they can be a nuisance out in the open, they are useful for science. They are sometimes used to study how genes...

Perms can be tough on hair, so give your locks some love! Since the perming process can dry out your hair, focus on restoring moisture and protecting your hair from damage. Even making a few changes like adding a weekly deep-moisturizer...

It is very uncommon for people who were not brought up in an Amish community to become Amish. Yet despite popular belief, the Amish do not have any rules or bylaws that prohibit membership by "Englishers", and people have successfully...

Spiritual growth can be spurred by regular devotional practices like prayer and attendance at religious services. You can develop your relationship with your own spirituality by increasing your mindfulness, contemplating the natural world...

You may encounter many types of threat over the course of your life. Some threats are urgent, immediate, and violent. Other threats are non-immediate, but just as potentially harmful. Evaluate the decision and figure out what you need to...

When ants invade your pet's food, the pet may refuse to eat. When ants invade food stored inside, you might end up with a pest problem inside your home. These instructions will help you ant-proof your pet's food, helping prevent such...

Being well-groomed is not reserved for the wealthy or stylish. Anyone can be well groomed if you put in a little extra time to look the part. Self-confidence and being well-groomed go hand in hand. You and your personal hygiene will...

Making proper right turns, left turns, and U-turns just takes practice. When making turns, always remember to turn on your blinker, reduce your speed, and check for oncoming traffic and pedestrians. When making U-turns, make sure to check...

Whether you're dealing with the battery in your car or an ordinary household battery (including 9V), batteries tend to build up dirt and sometimes to corrode. Battery grime can cause acid to leak from your battery and can also decrease the...