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ShopNBC debuts platinum, cubic zirconia line Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 5:19PMMinneapolis, Minn.--In the high-end jewelry world, platinum and diamonds are a familiar duo, but platinum set with cubic zirconia? Not so much.
Curren$y Q + A Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:09PMSLAMonline talks with Mr. Pilot Talk himself.
The Most Dangerous Jobs in Technology Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:00PMIn the world of information technology, some professions are particularly perilous. Whether you’re risking psychological stress or your very life, these fields aren’t for the faint of heart. Some people in these roles thrive on adrenaline, climbing thousands of feet to fix communications towers. Others risk only emotional damage, getting paid to consume disturbing Internet content.
People in Business Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:00PMKeith Hipp of Ellis Jewelers in Lexington was presented Category II and Best of Show awards at the North Carolina Jewelers Association's recent annual design competition during the NCJA annual meeting at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Grande Dunes Resort.
Pieter Andries Fine Jewelers Selects i5 web works to Expand its Online Presence Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:01AMCustom jeweler hires Internet marketing firm for new website, SEO and social media services
More evolution than Eureka! Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 10:30PMBaselWorld and the SIHH in Geneva are magnificent showcases of the world’s watch manufacturers. Although we journalists tend to think that they attend for our benefit, the watch companies participate with one objective: to sell ... and 2006 appears to have been a fabulous year.
ZIMBABWE: Diamonds sales a false economic dawn Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:49AMSource: IRIN An auction of Zimbabwean diamonds has created an air of expectation that the country's economic plight will be eased or even improved, but the stones realized as little as a fifth of their value, and most of the proceeds are expected to benefit controversial mining companies.
Holy Horology Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 12:30PMEverything began by a ‘mass’ or ‘service’ on Tuesday April 10, the day before the opening of BaselWorld. At the end of the day, a small el-egant crowd gathered at the Elizabethan Kirche in Basel, squeezing together on the church benches under the high and colourful stained glass windows.
Zimbabwe's Leading Sunday Newspaper Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 12:16PMPRODUCTION at Rio Tinto Zimbabwe’s Murowa mine has increased by 28%, although it witnessed a loss of US$5 million due to a ban on the export of diamonds from Zimbabwe among other factors, the Rio Zim unit said on Friday.
Storage auctions yield trash or treasure Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:43PMUrban treasure hunters gather in urban and suburban locales as well as the exotic jungle, hoping to discover forgotten riches - the occasions are storage unit auctions.
Murowa output up 28 percent Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:47PMMUROWA Diamond Mine increased its diamond output by 28 percent in the first half of this year, despite losing money partly due to an export ban imposed by the government.
FAST NEWS Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 10:01AMThe group said diamond production at the Murowa mine in southern Zimbabwe, which the government banned from exporting gems in May, had risen to 85,939 carats from 67,000 in the same period in 2009.
Kimberly Process on trial over Zimbabwe’s diamonds Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:02AMI ASK to be excused for the matter appears too simple to warrant a question, but I must confess I’m getting a little confused about matters appertaining to Zimbabwe’s diamonds.
Traders wash hands of Zimbabwe 'blood diamonds' Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 4:36PMJOHANNESBURG | Zimbabwe last week auctioned 900,000 carats of rough gems from a diamond field where human rights groups say soldiers killed 200 people, raped women and enslaved children. It was the first public sale of diamonds from the notorious Marange field in eastern Zimbabwe since international regulators imposed a ...
Zimbabwe: Diamond Researcher's Bail Conditions Relaxed Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 2:30PMThe bail conditions set for diamond researcher Farai Maguwu have been relaxed, coinciding with his appointment to a top diamond monitoring position.
Rapaport bans Zimbabwe Diamonds Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 10:09AMDiamond trading network RapNet has warned that it would expel any of its members, which knowingly offer diamonds mined at the Marange diamond fields in Zimbabwe, for sale.
Hemispherx Biopharma Awarded $188 Million Judgment Against JCI Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 7:00AMPHILADELPHIA -- Hemispherx Biopharma, Inc. today announced that its six-year litigation battle with the South African investment conglomerate JCI Ltd., traded on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, ended in victory August 11, 2010, with the entry of a $188 million judgment in Hemispherx's favor and against Johannesburg Consolidated Investments and former JCI officers R.B.
World diamond trading group bans Zimbabwe stones Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 8:24PMIn what's being hailed as an unprecedented move that will boost buyer awareness of blood diamonds, a global diamond trading network vowed Monday to expel any member who knowingly trades gems from two
Alcan Cable receives qualification to manufacture and sell ACCC(R) conductor in North American utility market Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 1:00PMAlcan Cable, a business of Rio Tinto, announced today it has been granted qualification by CTC Cable - a subsidiary of Composite Technology Corporation - to manufacture ACCC conductor.
Mugabe's vows on diamond wealth share are tarnished Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 6:14PMRestless Zimbabweans are clamouring for a share of the diamond pie after the first legal sale of 900,000 carats worth from the contested Chiadzwa fields last week - but offici
Civil servants want diamond money Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 1:59AMCivil servants are upbeat that Government could soon improve their salaries following the successful auctioning of the first batch of diamonds from Marange.
Coltan mines to be 'fingerprinted,' German scientists say Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 9:25AMResearchers say they have come up with a new way to prove where coltan samples came from. That could allow companies and refineries to purchase African coltan knowing that it did not come from a conflict area.
Zimbabwe: Political Row to Intensify Over Diamond Sale Profits Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 4:31PMA political row over control of the country's diamond revenue is expected to intensify, after Wednesday's multi-million dollar sale of the controversial Chiadzwa stones.
Zimbabwe sells cleared “blood diamonds” Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 2:51PMHARARE: Zimbabwe sold 900, 000 carats of diamonds from Chiadzwa worth $72 million on Wednesday, the first such sale since the Kimberly Process Certification Scheme approved its gems last month.
Zimbabwe gem sale stirs fears of 'blood diamonds' Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 2:17PMZimbabwe auctioned 900,000 carats of rough gems Wednesday from a diamond field where human rights groups say soldiers killed 200 people, raped women and enslaved children.
Zimbabwe nets USD 71 mn from diamond auction Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 11:49AMHarare, Aug 12 : Zimbabwe's government netted around USD 71 million from a major sell-off of rough diamonds from its controversial Chiadzwa diamond fields, the country's mining minister said Thursday.
Zimbabwe hits paydirt with sale of diamonds Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 9:18AMJOHANNESBURG: Zimbabwe has started selling at least a fifth of a $US1.9 billion ($2.3 billion) stash of diamonds from a field where human rights groups say soldiers killed 200 people, raped women and enslaved children.
Zimbabwe sells 'blood gems' Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 9:04AMZimbabwe has auctioned 900,000 carats of rough gems from a diamond field where human rights groups say soldiers killed 200 people, raped women and enslaved children.
Zimbabwe nets around 71 million dollars from diamond auction Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 8:50AMHarare - Zimbabwe's government netted around 71 million dollars from a major sell-off of rough diamonds from its controversial Chiadzwa diamond fields, the country's mining minister said Thursday.
Zimbabwe restarts diamond sales amid 'blood diamond' accusations Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 8:38AM'Blood diamond' watchdog, the Kimberly Process, supervised the $72 million diamond sale Tuesday, but a human rights group claims miners work at gunpoint.
Zimbabwe Gem Sale Stirs 'Blood Diamond' Fears Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 8:00AMZimbabwe gem auction stirs fears 'blood diamonds' will filter back onto market. Zimbabwe - Blood Diamond - Africa - Human rights - Kimberley Process Certification Scheme
Foreign buyers arrive for Zimbabwe diamond sale Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 6:08AMForeign buyers arrived Wednesday at Harare's airport for the first authorised sale of diamonds from Zimbabwe's Marange fields since the partial lifting of a ban imposed over human rights abuses.
Naomi Campbell: the law on 'illegal' diamonds Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 3:48PMThe laws surrounding possession of unpolished or uncut diamonds in South Africa were introduced 24 years ago as part of a raft of measures to protect the interests of registered mining firms and the government who it paid to prospect for the gems.
Master Jeweller 'Aaron Shum Jewelry' opens Middle East headquarters in Gold Land Dubai Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 9:28AMDubai, UAE; August 10, 2010: World-renowned jewellery wholesaler, Aaron Shum Jewelry, today, announced the opening of its Middle East headquarters in Dubai at Gold Land. The new office-cum-showroom will feature an exquisite collection of the world's finest jewellery and time pieces, all underscored by the design aesthetics and elegance that are the hallmarks of Aaron Shum Group.
Protect resources, Zim army told Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 8:19AMPresident Robert Mugabe has urged the military to protect Zimbabwe’s natural resources, as investigators look into worries that soldiers are involved in “blood diamond” trade.
Mugabe encourages army Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 7:34AMPresident Mugabe urged the army to "remain loyal and jealously guard its natural resources".
Mugabe urges army to 'jealously guard' resources Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 6:34AMPresident Robert Mugabe on Tuesday urged the military to protect Zimbabwe's natural resources, as investigators look into worries that soldiers are involved in "blood diamond" trade.
Zim meets KP criteria Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 4:50PMZIMBABWE has satisfied the minimum Kimber-ley Process Certification Scheme requirements to trade in rough diamonds and the KPCS is ready to supervise export arrangements, KPCS monitor Mr Abbey Chikane has said.
Hialeah 'golden boy' accused in $40 million ponzi scheme, $12 million bank fraud Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 7:40AMHialeah 'golden boy' accused in $40 million ponzi scheme, $12 million bank fraud
Trash or treasure Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 4:32AMTreasure hunts. They’re not just relegated to steamy jungles in the far-flung corners of the world. Urban treasure hunters gather in locales across Bowling Green, hoping to discover forgotten riches - the occasions are storage unit auctions.
Everything you need to know about blood diamonds Saturday, August 7, 2010 @ 9:33AMWhat is the background to Naomi Campbell's appearance at Charles Taylor's war crimes tribunal? What are blood diamonds? Blood diamonds, also known as conflict diamonds, are defined by the UN as gems that originate from areas controlled by forces or factions opposed to legitimate and internationally recognised governments, and are used to fund military action against those governments, or in ...
Model's petulance highlights ugly facet of diamond industry Saturday, August 7, 2010 @ 9:11AMIt's easy to get bedazzled by the spectacle of tempestuous supermodel Naomi Campbell testifying against a power-hungry dictator about mysterious blood diamonds.
Russia Exported $50 Million In Diamonds To Guinea Late Last Year, But No One Can Explain Who Bought Them Or Why Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 9:33AMIn the last three months of 2009, according to the federal Ministry of Finance in Moscow, Russia exported about 250,000 carats of rough diamonds, produced by Alrosa, to the west African republic of Guinea.
Cool $35m rocks Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 8:20PMThose into bling can ogle these rare rocks, which weigh 40 carat each, at the Singapore International Jewellery Show (SIJS).
Performing Arts Society's Diamonds and Denim is Aug. 7 Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 4:39AMWestern Illinois University’s Performing Arts Society (PAS) proudly announces the selection of a donated, one carat diamond (retail value: $4,000) to be raffled at this year’s Diamonds and Denim event on Aug. 7.
Youth Sports Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 5:17PMCheck out Babe Ruth Fall Ball Novato Babe Ruth League Fall Ball Season will soon be under way, and league officials urge players not to miss the opportunity.
Avalon Rare Metals Inc. (TSE:AVL) Announces That Aboriginal Driller Helper Trainee Darren Rabesca Obtains Common Core ... Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:31PMToronto, Canada, July 28, 2010 - (ABN Newswire) - Avalon Rare Metals Inc. (TSE:AVL) (PINK:AVARF) ( & quot;Avalon & quot;), Foraco Canada Ltd ( & quot;Foraco & quot;) and the Mine Training Society ( & quot;MTS & quot;) are pleased to announce the successful completion of the Ontario Common Core Certification by Mr. Darren Rabesca, a proud member of the Tli Cho First Nation, Wha Ti, Northwest ...
Business Business Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:37AMHARTSVILLE — Kim Bowman has been named the S.C. Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation’s first CEO while simultaneously being named executive vice president of strategic direction for the school.
Fungi to pine for Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 6:26PMThe rare Yangyang mushroom is in high demand for its unique and delicate taste.
Avenged Sevenfold, Revolver Magazine, and QMCODES Join Forces to Create Special Augmented Reality Collector's Issue of ... Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 2:50PMFeaturing Seven Alternate Covers, to Celebrate July 27th Release of New Album Nightmare