That's one big girl! A baby born Friday in Germany is the country's largest-ever, at 13.47 pounds and 22.6 inches long. Baby girl Jasleen arrived July 26 at University Hospital in Leipzig. Though babies of her size are often delivered via caesarean section, Jasleen's mother gave birth vaginally.
Sardius (or Sard). A precious stone that is a variety of cornelian, varying in color from pale yellow to reddish orange. According to ancient tradition, it is an antidote to the onyx.
Saris are perhaps the most recognizable items of traditional Indian women's clothing. The color and motif reflect a wealth of information about who is wearing them. White saris are traditionally worn by priests.Red represents fertility and sexuality, and is worn by brides. Muslim women usually wear green saris, although brides in some regions wear them, too. Blue is worn by farmers and artisans, black by mourners and those in grief.hotis. Dhotis are the traditional clothing of men made from a single, non-stitched cloth tied around the waist and legs. Hindu scriptures teach it is appropriate to wear a silk dhoti, called a kaushey, preferably dark red, at time of worship.