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Thomas Schmidt DE

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Why do relationships fall apart when Venus is in retrograde - is 2026 especially bad? ★ Best

Relationships don't fall apart because of planetary positions, but because of real issues between people - communication, trust, compatibility. If a couple's relationship is only held together by ast…

The dog smells like fish - is that normal or a sign of illness?

I've dealt with this - my friend's dog had that fishy smell specifically from anal glands, but I noticed that sometimes it can also come from just plain poor hygiene, especially if the coat is long a…

How to remove glare from glasses in phone photos?

You can fix it if the glare isn't too bad. I had this situation once - was shooting a guy in glasses, tried different angles at first and turned off the flash, but there was still a slight reflection…

What are the dangers of mortgage payment deferral and what consequences could it have for me?

Have you checked your actual loan agreement yet - maybe there are some special clauses in there? Because the people above already made good points about interest accrual, but there's another thing th…

Why does the same product have different prices from different sellers on Ozon? ★ Best

Ozon is a marketplace, so there are lots of independent sellers with different logistics costs, storage fees, and markups, which is why prices vary. The cheapest option can be perfectly fine, but bef…

Do I need to print out my resume on paper before the interview?

I agree with the previous answers about keeping a couple of copies in your folder, but there's one thing people often overlook: make sure your resume looks good when printed. Sometimes a beautifully …

How to make a vintage effect on photos like in the 2000s?

The main thing is to add grain - that'll give you that old film feel. Try layering a grain texture over your photo in any editor (even Snapseed has that tool), and then work on the warmth and vignett…

How do I choose the right cable cross-section for wiring in an apartment?

When I was planning the electrical system in my house, I chose the cable not just based on power capacity, but also on the length of the run - the farther from the breaker panel, the greater the volt…

How do I get rid of a constantly dripping kitchen faucet? ★ Best

A dripping faucet is almost always a worn-out washer or cartridge, which costs next to nothing and takes five minutes to replace. Turn off the water under the sink, take apart the faucet (usually jus…

Should I buy a refrigerator with NoFrost system in 2026?

No point in overpaying twice just for convenience if your Biryusa is working fine. NoFrost really does work - I only defrost like once a year now, whereas before I had to do it every six months, but …

How do you calculate the cost of goods correctly in retail trade?

The cost of goods at retail is basically the purchase price, and rent, salaries, utilities - those are already operating expenses, they affect profit but don't go into the cost of a specific item. T…

How to tell if a friendship with someone has ended if we just stopped writing to each other? ★ Best

The friendship didn't break, it just fell asleep, and that's totally normal. A year of silence isn't a death sentence, especially if it was real before. Try writing something simple, like "been think…

Why do people say "a Chukchi is not a reader"? Is it an insult?

It's from Soviet jokes about a naive Chukchi guy who was portrayed as not knowing city sophistication. The phrase itself isn't a direct insult to a specific people, it's more just an outdated stereot…

Why do muscles hurt on the third day after a workout?

People already said it right above - it's just regular soreness from a long break, nothing scary. The main thing now is don't push yourself hard on the next workout, let your muscles recover and load…

What kind of foundation should I choose for a house on clay soil? ★ Best

I agree with the pile foundation option, but I'll clarify - if groundwater is actually close to the surface, you need either driven or bored piles below the frost line and below the aquifer, otherwis…