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If 15 minutes still sounds too intimidating, do something for just 3 minutes. [2] X Research source Once you come up for air, take a two-minute break. Then start up on another set of 15 minutes of work. For example, instead of thinking, “I need to finish this essay before 10 PM tonight,” tell yourself, “I’m going to make a short outline, fill that in, and then look for quotes. ” Consider trying a specific technique like pomodoro, where breaks happen at planned intervals....

One of the threats possibly connected to the teen forced second gentleman Doug Emhoff to be abruptly evacuated Tuesday from Dunbar High School, where he was attending an event. The arrest came after the U.S. saw more than a half-dozen D.C. high schools evacuated on Wednesday afternoon in response to anonymous bomb threats, WRC-TV reported. The threats to schools in D.C. also came the week after a handful of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across the U....

However, along with the Federers, Nadals and the Djokovics, the tournament this year will also witness the game of a 17-year-old from South Korea, going by the name of Duck Hee Lee. What’s so different about him, you ask? Well, this kid cannot hear the tennis balls smashing the ad boards or the players yelling out while serving or the crowds cheering from the stands – he was born deaf and can only hear vibrations....

Are you perhaps looking for 192.168.1.2 instead? Using 192.168.2.1 to Connect to a Router All routers use an IP address to connect to the router’s administrative console and configure its settings. You may never need to access these settings, as most home routers provide a wizard-like interface that walks you through the setup. However, if you have problems installing the router or you want to perform some advanced configuration, you may need to access the router’s console....

Let us revisit the most beautiful moment in India’s cricket history. Road to the final The indomitable, intimidating and marauding West Indies reached their third consecutive World Cup final, crushing Zimbabwe, India and Australia in the group stage and breezing past Pakistan in the semis. On the other hand, Team India, labelled as the underdogs, kept creeping up the ladder, winning small battles. Unlike the West Indies, India could not race into the final....

Cards of the Pokemon TCG have previously been sold at extremely high prices. For example, a rare Blastoise card was sold at $360,000. There has even been a card set sold at $408,000, even though it was an unopened box, which meant there was no way of knowing which cards would be inside. RELATED: Everything Revealed So Far About Pokemon Sword and Shield Trading Card Game This time, the contents of the Pokemon TCG set that was auctioned were not a mystery....

But with countless password manager services on the market, it can be hard to pick the right option for you. Both 1Password and LastPass are well-known and respected providers in the industry, but which one is the best choice for your particular needs? 1Password vs LastPass: User Interface Despite having the same design for the past few years, the LastPass user interface is slick, organized, and easy to use. It carries the same design elements across the board with browser extensions, desktop apps, and mobile apps on Android and iOS with logins, addresses, and settings easily accessible on the main screen of the app....

However, the misfiring of spinners at foreign wickets has been a concern for India for a long time. We witnessed the same in the recently concluded England series as well, especially in Tests. India’s red-ball specialist spinner, Ravi Ashwin had a good start to the Test series but later failed to settle things. While another prime spinner, Ravindra Jadeja appeared in only one match, so did chinaman Kuldeep Yadav....

There are arguments for it and against it, though. Here are a few reasons why you might want to get yourself an Intel GPU—and a few reasons why you might not want to. 2 Reasons to Buy an Intel Arc GPU First, here are a few reasons why you might be interested in getting an Intel Arc Alchemist GPU. 1. They’re (Really) Cheap We’ll start by arguing for one of the selling points Intel itself provided—the cards are really cheap....

WWE Champion Brock Lesnar will put the title on the line against Cain Velasquez, who made his WWE debut on FOX’s SmackDown premiere. After Lesnar’s emphatic win over Kofi Kingston, the newly crowned WWE Champion was confronted by Velasquez, who came seeking revenge for his friend Rey Mysterio. Velasquez put his hands on Lesnar, but ‘The Beast’ managed to escape the ring. Subsequently, an official match between Velasquez and Lesnar was announced for Crown Jewel....

Tallapoosa County Girls Ranch director Candice Gulley lost two of her own children and two nephews who were in the van during the fiery crash that occurred on Interstate 65. Her lawsuit, naming Hansen & Adkins Auto Transport of California, Asmat Express in Georgia and a driver for Asmat Express, describes how she tried to save the children ages 3 to 17 from the burning vehicle. A Tennessee man and his daughter died separately in another vehicle during the collision....

If your fabric is creased or wrinkled, iron it before you cut the rectangle. If you’re new to sewing, practice making a drawstring pouch using old fabric. You can even cut up an old pillowcase to use for practice! To prevent the inside edges from fraying, cut the fabric with pinking shears. You can pick these up at a craft supply store or online. Now, your rectangle measures 7 in × 9 in (18 cm × 23 cm)....

But some of the biggest names in the business got started a lot later than you might think. From those who headed to Hollywood in their 30s, to stars who nabbed their big break in their 50s, plenty of actors will make you consider that career change. Here are 20 actors who got their start a bit later than the teen idols and drama school kids they star alongside....

And a surprising number of famous faces have tread the boards of Broadway in addition to their day jobs of movie and television acting, singing or causing drama for our entertainment. From joining legendary musicals to showing their more serious sides, here are 20 celebrities who have made it to Broadway. James Corden Before 2011, James Corden was best known as the co-creator and star of the popular British sitcom Gavin & Stacey, and while he had starred in The History Boys, the U....

Most animals become extinct for environmental reasons. Sadly dogs seem to disappear for other reasons, particularly if they don’t fit with the function or fashion of the day. Some are interbred or die due to genetic disorders or predators, but when a breed is gone, it’s truly gone. Here’s a look back at the breeds, from ancient to modern eras, that tragically did not stand the test of time....

And despite their imposing size, these dogs are actually the gentlest of giants, especially if families take the time to train them well. Dr. Jerry Klein, the American Kennel Club’s (AKC) chief veterinary officer, suggests adopting a plus-size canine earlier on in life could be key. “The younger the puppy, the closer the relationship in general, he tells Newsweek. “How and when childcare and dogs are introduced is one of the most important factors in having a stable loving relationship....

With the best Dota 2 teams from the entire world assembled, it was a must-see for active fans of the game and evidently garnered interested from elsewhere too. In the end, the International Dota 2 Championships have certainly made a strong case for e-sports as a whole. The total prize pool for the tournament totaled just over 10 million dollars, with the winning team taking a cool 5 million US dollars for their efforts along the path to success....

This probably won’t work quite as well if it’s hot out, but you could save it for when you head inside where there’s air conditioning! Additionally, if her hands are closed into a fist and she keeps turning away from you, it may not be the best time to try to hold her hand. For instance, if you’re at the movies with your girlfriend, try placing your arm next to hers on the armrest so your hands are close together....