Q: This is a good strategy to speed up any reading, including reading a newspaper. Keep your reason for reading the newspaper in mind as you go into reading it. This will keep your focus sharp, and you'll be able to know which information to read closely and which to skim.  Usually, people read the newspaper to learn about the world. Which current events do you want to know more about? Which events and news items are not important to you? Knowing what you want helps you read efficiently, and therefore faster. If you're not interested in entertainment news, you can skim reviews of recent movies. If you're eager to learn more about international news, read the section covering this slower. If you see reading as a chore, it will take longer and also feel longer. Instead of thinking of reading the newspaper as a chore, look at it as an opportunity.  Think about how much you will learn. There is so much going on in the world, and reading the news will inform you about facts and events you would not learn about otherwise. Think about any benefits to reading the newspaper regularly. For example, maybe there's an election coming up. You can see reading the newspaper as an opportunity to become a more informed voter. Newspaper are divided by sections. There is usually a table of contents somewhere on the first page, alerting readers of the section divisions. Before you dive into reading, quickly skim the sections.  Look for the sections that most interest you. Keep them in mind as you read, as you'll know to pay closer attention when you read those sections. You can also choose to start with the sections that are most important to you, so you can give them the most attention while your mind is fresh. For example, maybe you're looking for news about the upcoming election. The section on politics runs from page five to seven. This is the section you should read most closely. The most important information about an article will be in the first paragraph and headline. When starting a fresh page, give the headlines a quick scan and skim the first paragraphs.  Some articles will be less important than others. There may be articles about topics you already know about, or articles that aren't personally important to you. It's okay to skip or skim the less important articles. To most effectively read a newspaper, you should pay attention to the content that will best educate you.
A: Identify what you want to know about the news. Go in with a positive attitude. Review the sections. Give the headlines and first paragraphs a quick scan.

Q: In more extreme cases, an overly friendly neighbor might insist on touching you or otherwise intruding your personal space. Even if they believe touching your shoulder when they greet you is harmless, you should tell them to stop if it makes you uncomfortable.  Look them in the eye, stand up straight, and do your best to project confidence. Calmly and assertively say, “I don’t feel comfortable with being touched like that.” There’s no need to make excuses for them or apologize, but you can gauge your response based on your level of discomfort. If your neighbor touches your shoulder, and it’s annoying but you don’t find it threatening, politely tell them to stop. If they touch you in way you feel is inappropriate, tell them their action is harassment, and don’t hesitate to notify authorities if they persist. In rare cases, an overly friendly neighbor might be unstable or threaten your safety. You should get help if they respond in a threatening way to the hints you've dropped or conversations you've had about your space. First, contact your property manager or homeowner's association. They can help mediate the situation before it escalates. If you believe you're in immediate danger, call the police or emergency services. If you live in an apartment complex or building, relocating to another floor or section of the complex might be an option worth exploring. That way, you'll avoid daily interactions with your intrusive neighbor without having to go through the burden of moving to another complex.  Describe your situation to your property manager. Ask them, "Are there any available apartments on another floor or in a building on the other side of the complex?" Be sure to ask them to waive security deposits and other fees, since you're an existing resident relocating due to an issue that's out of your control.
A: Deal with a neighbor who doesn’t respect your space. Contact authorities if you feel unsafe. Ask your property manager about relocating.

Q: Insects such as spider mites, fruit flies, and fungus gnats often gravitate towards plants. To keep them from damaging your plant, wipe down the leaves with a cloth dampened with water whenever you see insects on them. If this doesn't keep insects off of your plant's leaves, consider dampening the cloth with insecticidal soap mixed with water. If your plant has a lot of dead leaves and stems, trim them off. This way, nutrients will only go towards the healthy parts of the plant instead of being wasted on the dead parts. Put some tepid water in a spray bottle and give your plant a conservative spritz from time to time. This can give your plant the extra humidity that it may need. Misting regularly will keep your plant's leaves from drying out and will also prevent dust from collecting on them.
A: Wipe pests off of the plant. Trim the dead parts of the plant. Mist your plant if it's kept indoors.

Q: The German Shepherd is part of the working dog classification and has a strong proportioned build. Typically, the German Shepherd is 22 to 26 inches (50-65 cm) tall and weighs between 77 and 85 pounds (35-40 kg). It has a narrow and deep chest, and the front legs and shoulders are muscular and sloping. Its body is slightly longer than it is deep, measuring from the shoulders to the rump. German Shepherd puppies typically weigh 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) after the first month and will continue to grow steadily throughout their first year. By six months they will weigh approximately 50-57 pounds (22-26 kg). German Shepherds have very distinct pointed ears that are erect. They are long at the base and face forwards, making the shape of a triangle. As puppies, the tips of the ear may flop over slightly, but they will straighten as the dog ages. German Shepherds have a long and bushy tail that hangs down when the dog is resting. When a German Shepherd is alert or in motion, the curve of the tail is accentuated and the tail will be slightly raised.
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Examine the dog’s strong build. Look for pointed ears. Notice the bushy tail.