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If you live in New York or are visiting New York City, you may want to check out some books from the New York Public Library (NYPL). However, before you can request a book or check out any NYPL materials, you’ll need to apply for library card. Fortunately...

Using lubricant for the first time can seem tricky, but there’s no need to worry! K-Y Jelly is a water-based lubricant that can make sex and masturbation more comfortable, and the regular version is okay to use with condoms. If you’re using K-Y Jelly for...

Do you have an MP4 video file on your Android that won't play? Android phones and tablets will open most MP4 files in their default player app. However, if you have an MP4 file or attachment that won't open, you'll need to use a third-party app. Luckily,...

Whether you have a PC or Mac, you can use an Alexa-enabled speaker for your computer. If your laptop or computer has the built-in Alexa for PC feature, you can use the AI right from your desktop. Here's how to connect Alexa to a computer using a Windows P...

Crocheting is a common way to start new dreadlocks, maintain existing dreadlocks, and blunt the ends. It’s an easy technique that anyone can learn, and it can help to ensure that your dreadlocks are smooth and attractive. When you are ready to work on you...

This wikiHow teaches you how to change the latency settings on your Twitch account to reduce the stream delay in your live broadcasts. You can change your latency settings on any desktop browser, or open the Twitch website on a mobile internet browser and...

If you apply for benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and your claim is approved, you'll receive an award letter (also called an award notice) in the mail with details of the benefits awarded. Although these letters go out for any type o...

If you’ve ever had boils, you know that the large scars they leave behind can be unsightly. Fortunately, the scars will fade with time, and you can take several steps to help them shrink and become less visible. Boils most likely to form in warm, moist ar...

Hot dogs are a great option for family-friendly meals and holiday gatherings. If you’ve frozen a pack of hot dogs to preserve them, you may be wondering how to safely defrost them. The quickest way to defrost your hot dogs is to heat them in the microwave...

To call Japan from the US, first enter the US exit code (011) followed by Japan’s country code (81). Then, just enter the 9- or 10-digit number you’re trying to reach. Keep in mind that calls to Japan can be expensive depending on your service provider.

Eyeshadow, like many types of makeup, can be tricky to get out of carpet. It's meant to stay put on your face, and it tends to do the same on carpet! Never fear, though, you can get that stain out of the carpet. Your best bet is to pick up as much of the...

If you need a new roof, metal is a good option for something durable that also looks unique. The metal sheets used to form the roof need to be cut to fit your roof before you can install them, but fortunately, this is easy to do with a few different tools...

Christmas wreaths make wonderful decorative pieces during the holidays. You can purchase a plain wreath from your local department or home goods store and decorate it to fit your personal style. Start by choosing a theme, then select decorations like ribb...

Tiger Balm is a popular brand of natural pain-relieving ointments made from a traditional Chinese recipe. Its active ingredients, camphor and menthol, provide soothing relief for sore muscles, stiff joints, and other minor aches and pains. To use Tiger Ba...

While placing a long distance international call to Mexico from Canada can feel scary, it is easy when you know how to dial the right calling code. This wikiHow article will teach you how to call a cell phone or landline in Mexico from Canada on a phone,...

This wikiHow teaches you how to save another user's Instagram story to your Camera Roll, or record a video and post it to your own Instagram story, using an iPhone or iPad. You can download and use the Story Reposter app from the App Store, or use Storie...