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.
A yellow sari is also traditionally worn during the seven days following the birth of a child, when the mother conducts various pujas. Obtained from the expensive saffron leaves, saffron yellow or kesariya as it is known in North India, was historically worn by the wealthy, especially on occasions such as weddings.