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Bluing is a thin protective shell of black iron oxide (Fe3O4) intended to provide nominal protection against rusting for gun metal. Over time, however, this shell can wear away and need to be renewed to restore the gun’s appearance. Depending on the gun’s...

With thousands of apps available for use, choosing the right app can be overwhelming. Sharing your favorites with friends and seeing theirs too can be a great way to learn about the best apps out there. Nothing is more frustrating than buying a new app fo...

Keeping a close eye on your statistics will help you stay on track with your diet. On the other hand, tracking your stats on a daily basis won’t give you much idea on how well or bad you've been actually doing. A weekly view of your progress will give you...

The cameo is a very elegant piece of jewelry that has recently come back into fashion, but due to its popularity, there are more realistic imitations nowadays than ever before. It can be difficult to know when a cameo is an authentic antique piece or a mo...

Turmeric powder has long been used as a delicious spice in cuisines from South Asia. Research also shows that this spice can offer significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory health benefits, easing conditions like arthritis and metabolic syndrome. Thes...

Whether you're looking to start a friendship or a romantic relationship, learning how to develop a close relationship with someone new can be challenging. Often the initial hurdle is finding a like-minded person, but in order to develop a closer bond with...

Trying to insert or delete rows in your Microsoft Excel worksheet? Whether you have new data or you're removing duplicate entries, adding and removing rows is easy! You can add one or more rows using a keyboard shortcut. Or, if you're trying to delete row...

Rose of Sharon is a fairly large shrub with big flowers that usually blooms in shades of pink, white and purple. It’s a low maintenance shrub that tolerates pollution, making it a good choice for front gardens on busy roads. It will grow in plant hardines...

Apple’s digital media device, the Apple TV, allows users to stream videos, music and TV, using a high-speed Internet connection. It is highly compatible with other Apple products and Internet TVs. You must have an HDMI connection and a wireless or Etherne...

Christmas parties are a great way to get friends and coworkers together to celebrate the holiday season. If you are planning a Christmas party, you may be feeling the stress of coordinating and managing the event. Give yourself at least a month to iron ou...

Tyrunt is a Fossil-Type Pokémon introduced in Pokémon X and Y, and looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. It has a dark-brown body and a large head with a white collar surrounding its neck. Tyrunt is a powerful Pokémon that can learn strong Rock and Normal moves...

Though most women are mentally stronger and more confident during their second pregnancy, it's important to be aware that not everything will be the same during your second pregnancy as it was for your first, particularly when it comes to labor. Your body...

Diarrhea is a super common and usually harmless condition. But if you’re pregnant, some prescription and over-the-counter diarrhea medications may not be safe for you and your baby. Don’t worry. There are actually plenty of ways you can naturally treat yo...

Writing is a highly fulfilling yet solitary pursuit. One way to simultaneously join a community of writers and get exposure for your work is to enter a writing contest. There are many contests open to writers of all ages and skill levels. Submitting your...

Ever wonder why your hands get warm when you rub them together quickly or why rubbing two sticks together can eventually start a fire? The answer is friction! When two surfaces rub against each other, they naturally resist each other's movement at a micro...

We all love to capture and share pictures of ourselves and our near and dear ones. The versatile Apple iPad lets you send your pictures in a variety of ways, using the iPhotos app.