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Saffron is a spice derived from the stigmas and styles of Crocus sativus, a sterile triploid plant that is propagated by human assistance. It has a rich history, a distinctive flavour and colour, and is the world's most expensive spice by weight.
Made of red, purple cloth, the lining of this cloak is of ermine and in the center it has the double-headed eagle of Albania with a red tongue and four lightning bolts between its claws. Additionally, a shield with the arms of the Wied family has been added to the eagle: the peacock on a golden field, turned to red and black, our national colors.
This page lists characters in fiction who are bisexual, meaning they are attracted to people of more than one gender. It includes characters from graphic novels, literature, and other media, but not films, television, anime, or Western animation.
Learn the meanings of various plants in different cultures and traditions, from flowers to trees to herbs. Find out how plants are used to express love, friendship, gratitude, hope, and more.
Learn about the history, people, and culture of the South, a subculture of the United States with its own unique customs, dialects, arts, and music. Explore the influences of English, Scots-Irish, French, Spanish, and African ancestries on the Southern heritage.
Sushi is a Japanese dish of vinegared rice with various toppings, such as seafood, vegetables or meat. Learn about the origin, evolution and varieties of sushi, from narezushi to nigirizushi, and how to enjoy it with soy sauce, wasabi and ginger.
Gyaru is a Japanese transliteration of the English slang word gal, and refers to a nonconformist and rebellious fashion style that emerged in the 1970s. Learn about the history, types, and characteristics of gyaru, from Shibuya 109 to Kogal and Amuraa.