Yellow watermelon is a tasty and slightly sweeter alternative to the more common red variety. It’s important to choose a ripe fruit and properly store it to maintain freshness. Look for signs of spoilage and ensure the skin is clean before cutting. Leftovers should be refrigerated and will last up to a week. Yellow watermelon […]
Yellow saffron, also known as American saffron or safflower, is a wild herb that grows in the United States. It is used for dyeing, cooking oil, and herbal remedies, and has been genetically modified to produce insulin for diabetics. Saffron tea was traditionally used for gastrointestinal issues and fever. Yellow saffron (Carthamus tinctorius) is the […]
Yellow cake gets its color from egg yolks, while white cake uses only egg whites. Both use similar ingredients such as flour, sugar, and vanilla. Yellow cake can have a rougher texture but is often moist. It can be made into various shapes and flavors, with chocolate icing being the classic choice. Yellow cake mix […]
Yellow lentils, also known as toor or tuvar dal, are small, nutty-flavored pulses often sold split for use in soups and sauces. They are a good source of protein and a staple in Indian cuisine, where they are used in many different dishes, including tarka dal and yellow lentil dal. Chefs typically boil lentils in […]
Yellow nail syndrome causes thick, yellow-green nails that may separate from the nail bed. Swelling in arms and legs, damage to airways and lungs, and other disorders may also occur. The cause is unknown, but it is often accompanied by lymphedema, pleural effusions, bronchiectasis, chronic bronchitis, and sinus infections. Yellow nail syndrome is a rare […]
Online yellow pages offer customizable searches by business type or name and location. They reduce paper usage and provide up-to-date information, including links to mapping sites and company websites. Some offer user reviews and ratings. Mobile yellow pages are also available. The online yellow pages are essentially what they seem: an Internet version of the […]
Yellow fever is a virus transmitted by mosquitoes that can cause fever, chills, vomiting, and jaundice. It can lead to organ failure and is fatal in about half of cases. The disease is common in Africa and South America, and travelers to these areas are encouraged to get vaccinated and take precautions to avoid mosquito […]
Yellow rain, a substance that causes debilitating symptoms and was initially thought to be a chemical or biological weapon, is actually bee faeces. Investigations found evidence of predigested pollen and toxins produced by fungi that feed on bee droppings. While it is not a weapon, the toxins could potentially be used as one. Yellow rain […]
A yellow knight is a company that has changed its strategy from a hostile takeover attempt to a merger proposal. This change may occur due to the potential for acquisition success or changes in circumstances. The yellow knight is different from a black knight and a white knight in a takeover attempt. In the business […]
Yellow Sheets provide daily updates on non-NASDAQ bond opportunities, allowing stockbrokers to inform clients of a broader range of investment options. Originally created by the National Quotation Bureau, they are still produced today by Pink Sheets, LLC in both hard copy and electronic formats. Produced since the early years of the 20th century, the yellow […]
Yellow journalism is sensationalized and biased reporting that distorts facts to attract readers and increase market share. It originated in the late 1800s with William Randolph Hearst and Joseph Pulitzer’s competition for sales. While less prevalent today, it still exists in some media outlets. Critics argue it can pervert justice and make it difficult to […]
“The Yellow Wallpaper” is a short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, written in 1892 and often taught as an early example of feminist literature. It critiques the notion of female “hysteria” and medical practices of the time. The story follows a bedridden woman who becomes obsessed with the yellow wallpaper in her room, eventually believing […]
A yellow dog contract is an agreement between an employer and employee in which the employee agrees not to join a union. It was used to prevent unionization and was banned in the US in 1932. The term is now used to refer to non-disclosure and noncompete agreements. In American parlance, a yellow dog contract […]
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