Different types of sugar are available for cooking and baking, with table sugar being the most common and versatile. Brown sugar adds texture, while smaller crystals dissolve quickly in recipes. Cost and availability are also factors to consider. White sugar is the most common type of granulated sugar used in the average home. There are […]
A white tongue can be caused by various factors, including poor oral hygiene, dehydration, thrush, leukoplakia, and lichen planus. While some causes are benign, others may require treatment or indicate precursors to cancer. Good oral hygiene and smoking cessation can help prevent it. There are many different things that can cause a white tongue. Some […]
Candlestick charts, invented in Japan in the 19th century, are a visual representation of stock or security prices that provide specific information about trading highs and lows during market days or other time periods. A white candle indicates that the price went up during the trading period, and candlestick charts help with technical analysis to […]
Queso blanco, a soft, creamy Mexican cheese similar to cottage cheese, can be made easily at home with cow’s milk and vinegar. It can be used as a side dish, in salads, or as a pastry cheese, and some varieties make excellent melting cheeses. Queso blanco, or “white cheese,” is a Mexican cheese popular in […]
White House Correspondents report news related to the President of the United States and the White House. They must meet certain qualifications to receive permanent press credentials, which allow deeper access to events. The cost of covering news is a growing concern for journalists. A White House Correspondent is someone who reports news related to […]
White-collar crime law refers to crimes committed by educated professionals in their profession, including fraud, embezzlement, insider trading, hacking, counterfeiting, and bribery. The term was coined in the late 1930s, named after professional males who wore white-collared shirts. Cyber crimes and identity theft are becoming more common. The law treats white-collar crimes as any other […]
White mold is a fungal disease caused by Sclerotinia sclerotiorum that infects various broadleaf plants and is spread by infected weeds, soil, wind, and water. It has an overwintering structure called a sclerotium and feeds on dead tissue, causing water-soaked spots, white cottony layers, and dry lesions. Control methods include introducing fungal pests, fungicides, crop […]
White vaginal discharge is normal during the menstrual cycle, but thick, lumpy, itchy discharge may indicate a yeast infection or an STD. Good hygiene habits can prevent yeast infections, and chronic sufferers should seek long-term treatment. White vaginal discharge can be a normal part of the female menstrual cycle. As long as the white discharge […]
A white dwarf is a small, dense star that forms when a main-sequence star burns all its hydrogen and helium fuel but lacks the pressure to fuse carbon and oxygen. It has a mass of 0.5-0.7 times the Sun but a volume comparable to Earth. White dwarfs are the final state of 97% of known […]
The White Pages is a list of names, phone numbers, and addresses provided by telephone companies. It has been around since the late 1800s and now includes additional information. Electronic versions are available online or on CD-ROM, and customers can request to not be listed. The publication known informally as the “white pages” is actually […]
White elephant gift exchange is a popular party game in the US where participants bring wrapped unusual or inconvenient gifts. Players can steal each other’s gifts, and some parties enforce a three-steal rule. Strategic players aim to end up in the middle of the game. A white elephant gift exchange is a popular party game […]
White privilege is an advantage given to Caucasians due to their race, which has been present in the United States since colonial times. It is still prevalent in modern society, with studies showing white-preferred hiring and housing practices. Some argue that public education perpetuates the system, while others believe it is not a significant issue. […]
White biotechnology uses living organisms, organic materials, or chemical components of living organisms for industrial purposes, including biomaterials and alternative energy sources. It aims to make industry more environmentally friendly and is distinct from red biotechnology used in medicine and green biotechnology used in agriculture. White biotechnology is incorporated into many manufacturing processes and products, […]
White spots on gums can be caused by various factors, including leukoplakia, salivary gland inflammation, bone growths, cysts, canker sores, and even oral cancer. A dentist can evaluate the spots and recommend treatment options, including biopsy if necessary. Early detection is crucial for effective treatment. There are a number of potential explanations for white spots […]
A white squire is an investor who acquires a minority interest in a company to prevent a hostile takeover attempt and strengthen the position of current owners. They differ from white knights who acquire a majority stake, and oppose black knights who seek to gain control over the objections of current owners. However, there is […]
Thick, white vaginal discharge is normal unless it has a foul odor or lumps. It can be caused by ovulation, yeast or bacterial infections, or pregnancy. Any abnormal discharge with itching or swelling should be checked by a doctor. Thick, white vaginal discharge is usually considered normal as long as it isn’t foul-smelling or lumpy […]
EB White was a celebrated writer for The New Yorker before becoming a popular children’s author. He studied under William Strunk, Jr., revising his book Elements of Style. White’s books Stuart Little and Charlotte’s Web won the Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal and were adapted into films. He won a Presidential Medal of Freedom and a […]
The White House Press Corps is a group of reporters from various media outlets who cover the White House. The press secretary briefs them and holds press conferences, but some criticize the corps for being too close to the government. The White House Press Corps is a group of correspondents and reporters tasked with covering […]
Abraham Lincoln’s ghost is said to haunt the White House, with sightings reported by notable guests such as Winston Churchill and Queen Wilhelmina. His spirit is most frequently seen in the Lincoln Bedroom and the Yellow Oval Room. Other reported ghost sightings include Willie Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and Dolley Madison. Abraham Lincoln lived in […]
Ryan White, an American teenager with haemophilia, contracted HIV from contaminated blood products and became one of the first public faces of AIDS in the US. He faced prejudice and legal battles to attend school, but became an outspoken advocate for AIDS education until his death in 1990. His legacy inspired the Ryan White Care […]
