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Once you’ve mastered the ollie, the kickflip is the next trick most beginning skateboarders learn. It’s one of the most common tricks in skating, but it can be challenging to master, especially sticking the landing. Beginners often struggle to flick the board and land on both feet. Instead, they chickenfoot the landing, meaning they land on one foot. With practice and some confidence, however, you can master the kickflip and nail foot placement every time....

Are you considering furthering your education but you think you’re too old for school? Many would-be students over age 35 see age as an obstacle to continuing their educations, but some have tackled it to prove that you’re never too old for school. Here are some real-life examples. Brenda Echols Back-to-School Age: 58 Degree: Master’s in Nursing Management/Leadership Brenda Echols wanted to pursue her master’s in nursing management/leadership with Western Governors University, a nonprofit online university designed for working adults....

The NFL draft is a process that gives teams in the league a chance to choose players, generally those coming out of college. The draft ultimately determines—probably more than any other aspect of the game—which teams succeed, make it to the playoff and even to the Super Bowl. “No league’s draft is more integral to a franchise’s success than the NFL’s,” says Steven Ruiz, writing on “USA Today” Sports. If you are truly a fan, it’s vital to know how the NFL draft works....

Steering wheel shimmy, jiggle, or shake can be linked to several different problems and sometimes more than one. It does one good to note that cars are made up of thousands of interconnecting parts—some estimate there are over 30,000 parts in the average vehicle—and is a dynamic beast, which can complicate diagnosis. As a DIYer, you might be able to check some of these things yourself, but a couple of steps are best left to the professionals, with sensitive (read: “expensive”) shop equipment....

Whether your sights are set on a small, local agency or a top international one, it’s every model’s dream to land a modeling contract. After all, signing on the dotted line means your modeling career is officially real! But as exciting as they are, modeling contracts can be very intimidating, especially if you’re new to the business. To ease your nerves and help you through the process, here are a few basic things you need to know about modeling contracts:...

Feeling uninspired, out of ideas, or uncreative? Take a read through this collection of quotes from artists and others on all aspects of being an artist and making art, and what drives an artist, and we’re sure you’ll soon be reaching for your paints and brushes again with renewed vigor. ”You can’t cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water.” – Rabindranath Tagore. ”When I judge art, I take my painting and put it next to a God made an object like a tree or flower....

When you turn on your living room lights or your electric stove, you are purchasing a product-—electricity. Like other products, electricity costs different amounts in different places. State by state, there are differences in electricity prices. The price is always expressed in units: while gas for your car is by the gallon and ground turkey is by the pound, electricity comes in kilowatt hours, kWh. In 2018, the average price per kWh in the U....

The Olympic high jump is a track and field event in which fast and flexible athletes attempt to leap over a tall crossbar in a single bound. It is one of the sports that was included when the modern Olympic Game began in 1896. Since then, the rules have largely remained the same, although high jump technique has greatly evolved. Equipment and Jumping Area The jumping area includes a runway that is at least 15 meters (49 feet) long, a crossbar that is four meters (13 feet) long, and a crash mat....

Renaissance artwork is instantly recognizable for characteristics like dramatic composition and a striking contrast between light and dark. Sometimes, these elements unexpectedly pop up in modern-day images. Reddit users have created a subreddit called Accidental Renaissance to share these striking photos. Here are some of the best examples of accidental Renaissance paintings. 01 of 23 Shrouded Man in Repose Via Reddit According to the Redditor who shared this photo: “Friend took this photo of me napping the other day, was told I should post it here....

In the music industry, EP stands for “extended play record” or simply “extended play.” An EP is a compilation of songs often created for promotional use and covers the middle ground between a single and a full-length album. EPs are usually four to six songs in length and are generally made using original tracks that the artist hasn’t released. What Is an EP Used For? Musicians release EPs for a variety of reasons, but they are most frequently used as promotional tools to grow a fan base....

Seeking a job as a litigation paralegal? This sample paralegal resume can help you with your search. For more sample paralegal resumes, these resume templates for ​experienced legal professionals and students and entry-level professionals might also be helpful. Sample Litigation Paralegal Resume This is an example of a resume for a litigation paralegal position. Download the litigation paralegal resume template (compatible with Google Docs and Word Online) or see below for more examples....

Shakira is one of the world’s top pop stars. She is equally successful on singles and album charts. Details on all of her studio albums from the breakthrough Pies Descalzos forward. Pies Descalzos (1996) Courtesy Sony This is the album that broke Shakira internationally in Latin music circles. After two local Colombian albums, this was her first released on a major label. The lead single “Estoy Aqui” reached #2 on the US Latin pop chart....

Picking the 50 best summer rap songs from the 2000s is no cool water, but neither is summer. One of the things that makes the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day so exciting is the particular summer music that tags along. Whether you’re stuck in traffic, entertaining friends with your grill skills, or taking a dip at a pool party, you’ll find a fun soundtrack in one of these summer rap songs:...

The Rapture series of golf clubs from Ping debuted in the marketplace in late 2006 and included Rapture drivers, fairway woods, hybrids, and irons. This family of Ping products was considered a complement to the Ping G5 family that was also on the market at the same time. The calling card of the Ping Rapture series was the use of multiple materials - a “multi-material construction” in the parlance of club companies....

Stone Temple Pilots were never popular with critics, but they had no trouble winning over audiences, launching a series of hit singles onto rock radio during the 1990s. Led by charismatic lead singer Scott Weiland, this Southern California quartet melded hard rock, punk, pop, glam, and classic rock onto albums that reflected the group’s evolving influences. If you want to pick STP’s best songs, you could just go with the established smashes, but that would overlook some of the band’s strongest material....

Oasis, the Manchester, U.K., rock band led by songwriter Noel Gallagher and his frontman brother Liam, strung together a series of memorable singles during the 1990s that were powered by their love of The Beatles. Although Oasis’ popularity declined after 1997’s disappointing album “Be Here Now,” Oasis continued to come up with the occasional brilliant track from time to time. Here are their 10 all-time best songs. 10 of 10...

Normally paint thinner is used to remove oil-based paint from brushes, rollers, equipment, and surfaces. However, there are many other applications and uses for paint thinner saving you money and time. This article presents some of the most common uses for thinner and others that might surprise you as well. Let’s check them out. Applications Paint thinner can be used to clean your equipment and tools once you have finished your job, especially when you have been using oil-based paint....

Toby Keith has consistently churned out great music since his 1993 debut with the release of his first single and No. 1 hit, “Should’ve Been a Cowboy.” Keith has a whopping 20 No. 1 singles under his belt. This list compiles all of his charting singles*, including their original albums. Toby Keith Singles These rankings are from the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. *As of October 2, 2015. Toby Keith (1993)...

Travel agents arrange transportation, accommodations, and entertainment for business and individual travelers after first assessing their needs and desires. Agents may specialize by type of travel, such as leisure or business, or by destination. Travel agents also promote travel packages on behalf of cruise lines, resorts, and specialty travel groups. Travel Agent Duties & Responsibilities This job generally requires the ability to do the following work: Book tickets for travelBook reservations for lodgingHandle deposits and payments for bookingsStay within the client’s budgetReview visas, vaccinations, and other travel necessitiesResolve issues and emergenciesMaintain accurate records...

The American patriotic song “Yankee Doodle” is one of the most popular songs of the U.S. and is also the state song of Connecticut. However, despite its popularity and remarkably pervasive staying power, it started out as a song that made fun of American troops. British Origins Like many of the songs that have become characteristic of American patriotism, the origins of “Yankee Doodle” lie in old English folk music. In this case, and somewhat ironically, the song emerged before the American Revolution as a vehicle for the British to mock American soldiers....