Sushi aficionados and Simpsons fans alike know all about the joys of fugu. Known also as blowfish, it's reputed for being tasty if sliced from the correct part of the animal and many even say they experience a "fugu high" after eating the fish. Alas, if you have an unskilled chef, fugu is famous for being deadly.
As is the case with most software updates, Android 5.0 brought changes that were viewed by users as somewhat positive and somewhat negative. This generally happens because we're accustomed to the old way of doing things, and changes, no matter how useful, can slow us down.
Potatoes are one of cheapest, most nutritious whole foods that you can make and eat. Is it any wonder you can find budget-friendly, low-fat potatoes in every cuisine in the world?
One booze hack that's been making the rounds for years is that inserting a spoon by the handle in a champagne bottle's neck will preserve its carbonation. This is one of those tips that I wish were true. Champagne is a great thing to have around on a special occasion, and it seems a shame to pour any leftovers down the drain once its lost its fizz. While there's lots of anecdotal evidence surrounding this trick, Harold McGee and Stanford University chemist Richard Zare debunked this myth as d...
The upcoming web series "Crypto-Historians" does for cryptohistory what Indiana Jones did for archaeology. For those who don't know, cryptohistory is the study of supernatural or alien elements throughout history, and yes—it's a "real" field.
Have you ever screwed up a painting before? Beyond repair? Well, it might be able to be saved after all, at least, thanks to these tips from Merrill Kazanjian.
If you plan on installing a skylight in your home, there are some rules that need to be followed. Not following them can lead to something that was poorly put together and can damage the interior of your home. So check out the tutorial for some helpful tips, pay attention, and good luck!
In this how to video, you will learn how to build a patio enclosure with seating walls. You will need measuring tape, a level, a dead blow hammer, a square, masking tape, safety glasses, and work gloves. You will need the courtyard collection as well. First, draw out a plan for the enclosure. Mark the locations of the posts and panels with tape. Openings should be three to four feet wide. Start building walls at posts. Adjustments must be made at corners. Start by placing four corner blocks. ...
Pixel Perfect is the "perfect" show to help you with your Photoshop skills. Be amazed and learn as master digital artist Bert Monroy takes a stylus and a digital pad and treats it as Monet and Picasso do with oil and canvas. Learn the tips and tricks you need to whip those digital pictures into shape with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. In this episode, Ben shows you how to bizarrely merge photos in Photoshop.
For a fun novelty project, try making a zoetrope at home. * A plastic coffee can lid
Landscape lighting not only helps you enjoy your gardens at night but it also adds a safety to your home. This how to video demonstrates how to select and install motion sensor lighting for your home. Watch and learn how to make a plan for your outdoor lighting before installing motion sensor lighting.
Washing at your paint rollers at the end of every day can be a real pain. If you plan on painting again the next day, cleaning your rollers can seem pointless. In this how to video a professional painter shows Danny Lipford a great trick for storing your paint rollers over night so they don't dry out. All you need is a Pringles chip can to keep your paint rollers moist overnight.
An ice cream bar is perfect for a party. Watch this how to video to find out everything you need to make a fabulous ice cream bar. In addition get planning and serving tips plus healthy options for adults.
This how to video describes some easy steps to rebuild your gastro-intestinal tract, helping to reduce your body's sensitivities to food allergies. Learn how easy it is to avoid getting allergies by avoiding suspect food and having a plan to test foods that may be causing the allergies.
Learn how To fake super powers. Helpful for filmmakers on a low budget. Part 1 of 2 - How to Fake super powers.
This video covers the basics of building an ice anchor when ice climbing. The key is to have a good plan of where to build your anchor.
If you work for a company you are probably entitled to maternity leave. Gather as much info as possible and then have an honest conversation with your employers. With tact and civility should be able to have time to recover with your baby and keep your job too.
Have you ever heard of cricket? No, we're not talking Jiminy Cricket or the wireless cell phone service provider. We're talking about CRICKET. The team sport, nicknamed "the gentleman's game," is the popular sport of choice in places like India, Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, England, Pakistan and Zimbabwe, though not America. But guess what? It's very similar to the American pastime we all love so much— baseball.
There may come a time when you need to fix your car and you may not have the money needed to do all the maintenance. So the next best choice? Do it yourself of course! In this three part video tutorial you'll find out what it takes to remove the front bumper and grill to a Chrysler 300C.
Thawing frozen food on the countertop or in warm water may put your family at risk from food-borne bacteria. Keep them safe by following these methods.
Learn how to choose an indoor plant. You don’t need a green thumb to have houseplants that flourish; you just need to know which ones will thrive in your home.
Got video files on your computer? Watch them on your big-screen TV – using your Xbox! You Will Need
James Williamson for Lynda demonstrates designing for multiple browsers. The most frustrating aspects of web design is constantly dealing with the settle and some times not so settle differences in browser rendering. While they moved to a standard spaced, CSS control presentations has made life infinitely easier for web designs. Dealing with bad browser behavior is one of most unfortunate side effects. All browsers render our pages same because each browser reads and renders the HTML and CSS ...
Microsoft Paint has the capability to allow you to draw an awesome realistic car. This video will show the line and filling tools that someone uses to make a sporty car. You can make whatever alterations and adjustments to create your own unique dream car. Draw in wheels of the car first. Unless you plan to draw a perfect side view of a car, you need to use perspective. Using the circle shape tool, draw two circles for wheels. One circle should be slightly lower on your screen, and that circl...
Is your BFF getting married? Looks like you have a bridal shower to plan! Organize a bridal bash that people will actually want to attend using these innovative ideas.
Sure, they have personal trainers and chefs to help them shed their postpartum pounds. But here are a few of their other secret weapons.
Approximately 4 percent of women are diagnosed with gestational diabetes during pregnancy. Here's how to manage it.
Whether you’re headed for a half-pipe or your driveway, always be safe. Wearing protective gear and taking a few precautions can help prevent you from landing in the ER. Watch this video to learn how to practice skateboarding safety.
Bringing a pet into your household is an important decision. Consider these factors when choosing a breed. Watch this video to learn how to choose the right dog breed for you.
Just like the rest of us, rabbits will take medicine more easily if it tastes good. But if you’re stuck with the old-fashioned, bad-tasting kind, here’s how to make the medicine go down. Watch this video to learn how to give medication to a rabbit.
It's hard to lose weight if you're always hungry. Reduce food cravings naturally with these tips. Watch this video to learn how to curb your appetite naturally.
Immortalize your pregnancy by making a cast of your belly. Watch this video to learn how to Make a pregnancy-belt cast.
Don't be afraid to throw a couple of fillets or even a whole fish on the barbie. If you know what you're doing, it won't fall apart. Watch this video to learn how to make grilled fish.
Learn how to be a good host. Party-planning can be tricky, but you don't have to be Martha Stewart to be a good host.
Grow some of your own food by starting a vegetable garden. You'll eat better and save money. You Will Need
There's nothing tastier than a fresh-picked tomato. Enjoy a bumper crop this year with these tips. Learn how to grow tomatoes in your garden with this Howcast video guide.
You know this is the job for you. Here’s how to convince the person doing the hiring. Learn how to do well in a job interview.
Get professional tips for measuring, marking and pouring a concrete pad. This how to video is a quick excerpt from a DIY show. Watch and learn all the little details that go into planning, measuring and installing a semicircular concrete pad in your homes back yard.
This motorcycle repair video shows you how to replace the chain on a motorcycle. The process is about the same for every motorcycle, but this particular video shows you how to put a chain on a Suzuki SV 650 bike. You will need to get someone to help you hold the rear brake if you plan to change the chain on your Suzuki motorcycle.
Color selection is an important part of art. Learn how to plan the colors for your next work of art in this free art lesson series from an art instructor.
