32 thoughts on â10 Greatest Empires in the History of Worldâ. 1  For some reason I feel like I need to disagree that the U.S. is not an empire. In terms of this list youâre correct (ie geographic conquests) but the U.S. asserts an authority over the rest of the world at present that has never existed before.
How to Safely Clean Your Ears. Normally, ear canals are self-cleaning and should not need to be cleared with any foreign devices. Trying to clean the ear with cotton swabs or other objects can actually cause problems by pushing the ear wax deeper into the ear canal.
If your childâs ear becomes infected after the initial six weeks, it is important to address the infection as soon as possible. You should: 1  Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water. 2  Remove the piercing, and apply a mixture of antibiotic soap and warm water to the area with a cotton swab.3  Clean the post and backing of the earring with rubbing alcohol or ear piercing cleaning solution. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water. 2  Remove the piercing, and apply a mixture of antibiotic soap and warm water to the area with a cotton swab. 3  Clean the post and backing of the earring with rubbing alcohol or ear piercing cleaning solution.