Historic documents are sensitive to damage, which is why researchers use nondestructive XRF testing to help understand the composition of ink and to search for areas of hidden text.
Daren N/iStock/Thinkstock<br>The check engine light warns drivers that something is wrong and occurs when the computer issues an error message<br>What does it mean when my check engine light comes on?<br>A glowing check engine light means that the onboard diagnostic system has detected a problem affecting the emission controls. There are dozens of possibilities as to why it has illuminated. It could be something as simple as a loose gas cap, bad airflow, a bad oxygen sensor or a faulty catalytic…
Save your hands! Use one of these techniques to remove a broken light bulb.
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Make everything from lasagna to oatmeal in this versatile, heat-retaining skillet.
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Swapping out an old, outdated light fixture adds instant appeal and value to your home, and it isn't hard to do. If you're a novice do-it-yourselfer, don't be intimidated by working around electricity. This is a weekend project that can be done by even the most inexperienced homeowner. Just follow the steps below.
Teacher leadership allows educators to influence and elevate others while still doing the job they love. William Anderson shares his insights on leading from the classroom.
An infographic by Angie's List explains how buying more energy efficient light bulb alternatives is a sound economic and environmental investment.
Our homes have changed radically over the past century. So why do we still use lighting that's based on 19th century technology? Well, that's all about to ch...
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Designer Becki Owens shares all you need to know to find the perfect kitchen lighting
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When a young woman texted DoSomething.org with a heartbreaking cry for help, the organization responded by opening a nationwide Crisis Text Line for people in pain. Nearly 10 million text messages later, the organization is using the privacy and power of text messaging to help people handle addiction, suicidal thoughts, eating disorders, sexual abuse and more. But there's an even bigger win: The anonymous data collected…
Pensions don’t have an ideology problem; they have a math problem—one that hurts many teachers today and will hurt all of us soon enough.
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One solution for a flickering light bulb is to bend the tab in the socket slightly upward to assure a better electrical contact. The fix takes only a minute