Megaera Lorenz, PhD
wikiHow Staff Writer
Education
- PhD in Egyptology, University of Chicago
Professional Achievements
- Published in the Journal of Near Eastern Studies, the Oriental Institute Museum Publications series, and the ABC-CLIO World History Encyclopedia
- Author of upcoming novel, The Shabti.
Certifications & Organizations
- Authors Guild
- Speculative Literature Foundation
- International Thriller Writers
Expertise
- Egyptology
- Music
- Piano
- Writing
Why
Secret Talents
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Co-authored Articles (603)
How to Stop Getting Voicemail on an iPhone: Steps for All Carriers
Manage your voicemails easily with these simple stepsThis wikiHow teaches you how to disable voicemail on your iPhone. In most cases, the only way to disable your voicemail is to contact your mobile provider—this is be...
Bypass Age Restrictions on YouTube Videos: 7 Simple Methods
How to play mature content on YouTube with or without creating an accountDo you want to watch age-restricted YouTube videos? The best way to do so is to create a new 18+ Google account to use for watching these videos, b...
How to Merge PDF Files on the Web or Your Desktop: 5 Methods
Learn free and easy ways to merge PDF files online or on your computer.Combining the contents of two or more PDF files is easy, even if you don't have Adobe Acrobat. Many free apps are capable of merging PDF files togeth...
6 Ways to View Your Apple ID Password—No Resetting Required
Don’t remember your password? Resetting it isn’t your only optionIf you’ve forgotten your Apple ID password, you’d probably rather find the old one than go through the hassle of resetting it. Fortunately, you ha...
How to Hack Screen Time: 12 Easy Workarounds to Try
Bypass Screen Time restrictions on your iPhone or iPad with these loopholes and workaroundsScreen Time app limits and restrictions can be frustrating. If you’re hoping to bypass the limits and start using your favorite...
How to Use the iPhone Hidden Album to Hide Private Photos
Easily hide private photos in the iPhone Photos appDid you know that you can create a hidden photo album on your iPhone? On iOS 16 and later, you can move your most private photos and videos to the Hidden album in the Ph...
How to Set a Ringtone from a Song on iPhone: 5 Easy Methods
A user-friendly guide to creating and setting a custom ringtone from a song for your iPhoneThis wikiHow teaches you how to create and install a custom ringtone from a song on your iPhone using iTunes on your iPhone, PC, ...
How to Treat a Black Toenail from Injury, Fungus, & More
Learn why your nail is turning black and how you can repair it at homeIs one of your toenails black, brown, or overall discolored? While having a nail change color can be disconcerting, the good news is that most of the ...
How to Downgrade and Restore Older Versions of iOS on iPhone
Return to a previous version of iOS to resolve software issues on your iPhone This wikiHow teaches you how to downgrade iOS on your iPhone using iTunes on your Windows PC or Finder on your Mac. Before you restore a previ...
How to View Twitter Without an Account
View tweets, trends, and users without signing into an accountX, formerly known as Twitter, is an excellent source to stay up-to-date on what's going on in the world and with the people and causes you care about. But can...
How to Bypass Your Screen Time Passcode: Reset, Remove, or Hack Screen Time
Learn to turn off Screen Time if you don't have the passwordWhether you’ve forgotten your passcode or you’re trying to get around restrictions set by a parent or guardian, it’s useful to know how to bypass, reset, ...
How to Use Erceflora to Treat Diarrhea and Improve Gut Health
Step-by-step instructions to use Erceflora for kids or adults Is there anything worse than chronic diarrhea? Not only is it painful, it can take a major toll on your health. If you’re having gastrointestinal distress, ...
4 Ways to Find Your Lost iPhone When It’s Offline or Dead
Use the Find My app to track your iPhone even if it’s offline, powered down, or deadMisplaced your iPhone? Don’t worry. Even if it’s powered off or the battery is dead, you may be able to see its last known locatio...
How to Delete Someone from a Group Text on Android & iPhone
Quickly remove one person from a group text on any deviceOh no! Did you accidentally add the wrong person to your group chat? Luckily, it’s easier than ever to remove people from a mass text, especially if everyone has...
How to Safely Remove Stubborn Earwax at Home
Clear blockages and relieve pressure with these proven DIY remedies Earwax is a natural substance that helps protect the ear and ear canal, but sometimes a little too much of it can make for an unpleasant time. If you’...
How to
Weigh Your Breasts
Whether you’re preparing for a breast surgery or just curious, it can be useful to know how much your breasts weigh. Unfortunately, finding the answer isn’t usually as easy as putting your breasts on a kitchen scale....
How to Get Skinnier in a Week
For most people, losing in a week is a safe and reasonable goal. Losing more than that in a week isn’t easy and can be bad for your health if you’re not careful. However, if you need to shed a little weight or lose ...
How to Dial an Extension on Android, iPhone, and Landline
Make extension calls using your default phone appDo you need to reach someone by dialing an extension? Extensions allow companies to route callers to various departments through a single phone number. Most automated phon...
How to Fix Knock Knees in Adults
When you stand with your legs together, do your knees touch but your ankles don’t? If so, you may have knock knees, or genu valgum. This condition is treatable, and many people find success with exercises and simple li...
How to Check Which Email Address You Use for Facebook: iPhone + Android
Find the email address linked to your Facebook account using the mobile app or a browserTrying to find the email address that’s linked to your Facebook account? You can easily do so using the mobile app for iPhone or A...