Why diamonds are such objects of desire
They are the epitome of romance, glamor, and status—and yet they are nothing more than carbon. The first diamonds came to Europe from India. How did they become an object of desire…
Sanctions on Russian diamonds: Good or bad for Africa?
Diamond-rich African nations are ramping up production to fill the gap left by the G7 sanctions on Russian diamonds. But not all countries are happy about the ban.…
Court dismisses Maryam Sanda’s Appeal, upholds death sentence for killing husband and more
Here are a few reasons to pick up a copy of The Guardian on Saturday. Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on Saturday. …
Diamonds are forever: In Hong Kong, there’s burial, cremation, or becoming a gem
We take a look at an increasingly popular and frugal trend in Hong Kong: being turned into a gem, instead of being buried. We also discuss how the American press is covering…
Jennifer Lopez wore $9 million in diamonds to SAG Awards
Jennifer Lopez donned over $9 million worth of diamonds for her Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards look, which saw all the gems set into platinum jewellery.…
Scientists estimate there are a quadrillion tons of diamond below Earth’s surface
A new study from MIT suggests the interior of Earth is "filled with a quadrillion tons of diamonds.".…
Armed robbers loot diamonds worth millions in western India
Diamonds worth over three million USD were robbed by six unidentified men in India's western Surat city on Wednesday (March 14).…
Cannes’ Palme d’Or to shine with 167 diamonds
Cannes Palme d'Or trophy will be encrusted with 167 diamonds for the 70th anniversary of the prestigious film festival.…