Diamonds at James Allen includes high quality certified loose diamonds and diamond jewelry using many sizes and shapes of diamonds. http://www.JamesAllen.com Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:07:57 EST Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:07:57 EST This past Friday wasn’t so great for Karp Impex, an India-based diamond manufacturer with offices in Antwerp. The office was the sight of one of the biggest robberies in Belgium. The family of Pankaj Maldar – a partner as Karp Impex – was held at gun point at their home by a gang of thieves demanding diamonds from the company’s office. The gang came into the home with full knowledge of Karp Impex’s inventory, and demanded that Maldar get the diamonds while his family was held hostage. Reports suggest that the robbers made away with diamonds valued up to $10 million. The family was held hostage for 18 hours. Vasant Mehta, chairman of India’s Gem & Jewelry Export Promotion Center said: “Antwerp used to be a safe place to do business but this should serve as a wakeup call for the city,” He argued that the robbery wasn’t aimed specifically at the Indian company, claiming that “it could have been anyone.” http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Gang-Holds-Diamond-Family-Hostage-March-07-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Gang-Holds-Diamond-Family-Hostage-March-07-2010.html Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:07:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_san-diego-diamonds.jpg Two Diamond District wholesalers were arrested yesterday in connection with a 2008 $4 million diamond jewelry heist. The two alleged robbers were disguised as Hasidic Jews during the holdup. If this seems familiar to you, it should… it is very similar setup to Guy Richie’s film Snatch. Atul Shah, 48, and Mahaveer Kankariya, 43, were charged with grand larceny, insurance fraud and falsifying business records for a staged gunpoint robbery at their Midtown store on New Years Eve in 2008. According to Law enforcement sources, enhanced video surveillance footage shows the pair stealing the jewelry before the fake. “The whole thing was set up,” said a source. The fake robbery took place during the daytime on December 31, 2008. The robbers wore typical Orthodox garb – black coats, hats and beards – and flashed fake ID’s to get inside the building. After they were buzzed into the store, the pair drew guns and held up Shah and another employee. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/The-4-Million-Dollar-Diamond-Heist-February-24-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/The-4-Million-Dollar-Diamond-Heist-February-24-2010.html Wed, 24 Feb 2010 06:25:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_Snatch-benicio-del-toro-7053482-1024-768.jpg Looks like rapper Lil Wayne caught a break… sort of. The wordsmith’s sentencing in a weapons charge was postponed on Tuesday so he could have dental surgery before going to jail. As it now stands, Lil wayne is due for sentencing on March 2. His plea calls for a 1 year prison term in city jail. On the condition of good behavior, Lil Wayne could only have to face 8 months. As for the postponed hearing… Defense lawyer Stacey Richman said her client was headed home to Miami for dental work scheduled for Friday. She declined to comment on the specific nature of the problem. “It is a medical situation that, like (it would for) any of us, has to be addressed,” she stated outside of court. She added that Lil Wayne would have taken care of the problem sooner, but his dentist had been out of the country. The rapper once bragged to Jimmy Kimmel that his diamond encrusted teeth cost him $150,000. Manhattan Assistant District Attorney Joan Illuzzi-Orbon didn't argue with Lil Wayne’s request to push back his sentencing, saying she had spoken to the dentist. Lil Wayne, 27, pled guilty in October to criminal possession of a weapon - admitting he illegally had a loaded .40-caliber semiautomatic gun on his tour bus in July 2007. Police found the weapon when they stopped the bus after a Manhattan concert. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Lil-Wayne-Needs-Dental-Work-Before-Jail-February-10-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Lil-Wayne-Needs-Dental-Work-Before-Jail-February-10-2010.html Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:26:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_lil_wayne(008-headshot-teeth-grill-smile-med).jpg With Simon Cowell officially set to leave American Idol at the end of this season, producers are looking to replace him with someone worthwhile, someone like Howard Stern – the self-professed “King of All Media.” According to an insider, producers of American Idol say Stern is their first choice to replace Cowell. They approached Howard after he repeatedly mentioned on-air that his exclusive contract with Sirius XM Radio expires next January and that he was open to potential offers. Cowell was paid $50 million a year. A source connected to American Idol said “It's one of the few shows that could compete with Stern's $100 million-a-year Sirius contract, and 'Idol' bosses think he'd be even nastier than Simon. They know he would be great TV and would clash with the other judges such as Ellen DeGeneres and the contestants. 'Idol' will do what it takes to sign him.” However, according to a different source, Howard Stern isn’t quite ready to make the leap: “Despite what he's been saying on-air, Howard isn't ready to leave radio and would like to stay on at Sirius. We believe this is a ploy to make Sirius pay up and keep him on his huge contract. But if Sirius can't pay him the money he wants, he may negotiate to film 'Idol' on the side.” http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Howard-Stern-To-Host-American-Idol-February-07-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Howard-Stern-To-Host-American-Idol-February-07-2010.html Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:53:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_howard_stern_sirius.jpg This year’s Oscar Award Show is going to be a different affair. Instead of just 5 movies nominated for Best Picture, that figure has doubled, and the nominations are all interesting. Avatar, which has already made history by earning more than any other movie, and The Hurt Locker, one of the lowest-grossing Oscar nominees, are set to battle it out this year with an impressive 9 nominations apiece. What makes this competition even more interesting is that James Cameron (the director of Avatar) and Kathryn Bigelow (the director of The Hurt Locker) used to be husband and wife. Yup… they exchanged wedding rings over 20 years ago. However, the ex-couple are now friends, so don’t expect to much bullying and animosity. Thus far, Avatar won Best Drama and Best Director at the Golden Globes. The Hurt Locker earned top prizes from guilds representing directors and producers, and was chosen as best film of the year by many important critics. Upon accepting his Golden Globe, Cameron said: “Frankly, I thought Kathryn was going to get this. She richly deserves it.” "It's a true David and Goliath kind of story, isn't it?" said Jeremy Renner, a best-actor nominee for his performance in The Hurt Locker. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/The-2010-Best-Picture-Oscar-Nominations-February-03-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/The-2010-Best-Picture-Oscar-Nominations-February-03-2010.html Wed, 03 Feb 2010 04:17:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_oscars_1.jpg Veteran actor Elmore “Rip” Torn has been charged with breaking into a Connecticut bank and carrying a loaded handgun while intoxicated. According to state police, the 78-year-old actor was arrested Friday night when police found him inside the Litchfield Bancorp with a loaded gun. Torn, who is a Salisbury resident, has been taken into custody and booked on several charges, including burglary and possession of a firearm without a permit. He is currently being held on a $100,000 bond. He is scheduled to appear in Bantam Superior Court on Monday. This is not the first alcohol-fueled incident for Torn. Last year he was given probation in a Connecticut drunken driving case and was permitted to enter an alcohol education program. Prior to that arrest, Torn had two drunken driving arrests in New York. Rip Torn has starred in many films and television shows, including Freddy Got Fingered, Men in Black, The Larry Sanders Show and, most recently, 30 Rock. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Actor-Rip-Torn-Charged-With-Breaking-Into-Bank-January-31-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Actor-Rip-Torn-Charged-With-Breaking-Into-Bank-January-31-2010.html Sun, 31 Jan 2010 06:23:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_rip-torn.jpg Looks like James Cameron has done it again. After six rounds on the foreign circuit, Avatar has become the biggest grossing overseas movie in history – surpassing Cameron’s own Titanic. So far, Cameron’s huge-budget blockbuster has grossed $1.288 billion. Titanic held the record for 13 years, grossing $1.242. That means Avatar sunk Titanic by $46 million – that’s a lot of money. Maybe Cameron will upgrade the diamond jewelry worn by the Na’vi in the imminent Avatar sequel. Avatar’s most recent No. 1 weekend gross was $107 million – that’s from 11,800 screens in 111 markets. It was the sixth consecutive week that Avatar earned more than $100 million in the foreign circuit. Here is a breakdown of the figures: France - $123.3 million Germany - $95.7 million U.K. - $92.9 million South Korea - $79.5 million Japan - $77.7 million Australia - $77.1 million Spain - $76 million http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Avatar-Breaks-Overseas-Box-Office-Record-January-26-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Avatar-Breaks-Overseas-Box-Office-Record-January-26-2010.html Tue, 26 Jan 2010 06:13:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_avatar_newposter_thumb-thumb-550x318-21770.jpg Michael C. Hall - the actor who plays serial killer/blood splatter analyst Dexter Morgan on Showtime’s hit show Dexter – recently revealed he has being treated for Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a type of cancer. Just last week, Hall won a Golden Globe for his outstanding performance on Dexter, and this week he was name outstanding actor in a drama series at Saturday’s Screen Actor’s Guild Awards. Celebrating his wins, Michael told the press: “I'm two-thirds of the way through this treatment that already has this thing in remission. It's nice in the homestretch to have this kind of shock of positive energy. It's a celebration.” The 38 year old actor is known to be a very private individual. He initially revealed he had cancer because he knew he would be making several public appearances in the near future: “Because award shows were imminent, I had to make a statement,” he said at last week's Golden Globes. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Michael-C-Hall-Feeling-Much-Better-After-Winning-Awards-January-25-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Michael-C-Hall-Feeling-Much-Better-After-Winning-Awards-January-25-2010.html Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:33:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_michael-c-hall-golden-globes-2010.jpg The 2010 Screen Actors Guild Awards was truly an event to remember. The stars came out and shone brighter than the moon in their glamorous gowns and dazzling diamonds. From Lea Michele’s beautiful emerald green Malandrino gown to Diane Kruger’s yellow Jason Wu dress, fashion was the real star at the Hollywood award show. Drew Barrymore – who already made quite a statement of style at the Golden Globe Awards earlier this year – wore a strapless royal blue Monique Lhuillier gown trimmed with ribbons and beads. Kate Hudson looking very pretty in her Emilio Pucci gown with it’s modest front and low-cut back. The matching necklace she wore added an extra flash. Gorgeous Marion Cotillard looked stunning as ever in a short cocktail dress. The Elie Saab Couture dress was decorated in beads and floral embroidery. Penelope Cruz dazzled in her L’Wren Scott designer dress, covered in black beads with black beaded fringes at the shoulders. In terms of jewelry, the stars chose to keep a modest approach, sporting only one or two pieces. Most of the jewelry appeared to be platinum or diamonds. Here’s a rundown on the winners: Best Actor in a Film went to Jeff Bridges for Crazy Heart and Best Actress went to Sandra Bullock for her role in The Blind Side. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Style-Shines-Bright-At-The-2010-SAG-Awards-January-24-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Style-Shines-Bright-At-The-2010-SAG-Awards-January-24-2010.html Sun, 24 Jan 2010 07:43:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_tina-fey-2010-sag-awards.jpg When James Cameron began creating the world of Pandora and its inhabitants, the Na’vi, he knew exactly what he was doing. He was giving the world a new way to see movies, to feel what the characters are feeling, to become a part of the world portrayed, and to aspire to be like the heroes of the film. Avatar, as a movie, left each viewer with some profound feeling. We wanted to be Jake or Neytiri. We wanted to be moral and good and fierce and loving. In the Avatar movie, each character’s place in society is displayed by the jewelry and clothing that he or she wears. Their inner selves are outwardly exhibited in their individual ornamentation. As we aspire to be like these characters, we emulate their mannerisms, their styles, their clothing. Avatar jewelry is already a sensation, and will continue to be so as we learn, as the Na’vi know, to express ourselves openly and without shame. Each of the Na’vi has a super-natural appearance not because of their blue skin and long limbs, but because underneath their skin are displays of light, glimmering like diamonds, points of illumination. No two members of the clan have the same markings. They are, collectively, ethereal beings. Individually, each expresses this differently. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Avatar-Jewelry-Expresses-Inner-Character-January-21-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Avatar-Jewelry-Expresses-Inner-Character-January-21-2010.html Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:20:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_avatar-diamonds-jewelry-necklaces-bracelets-movie.jpg It’s no secret that actor Dennis Hopper is dying from cancer and reportedly only has weeks to live. Not to mention, he is in a highly medicated state. So, it makes sense that his recent divorce shocker may not be exactly what it seems. Last Thursday, Hopper filed for divorce from his Victoria – his wife of 14 years, and the mother of his 6-year-old daughter Galen. The divorce came as a huge shock considering Hopper’s state, and his long marriage to Victoria. Well, a family confidant tells the Huffington Post that Dennis’ daughter Marin is responsible and is trying to squeeze more money from her father’s estate. “It's so horrible, Dennis is at home, Victoria and Galen are living there as well, and Marin is pulling her father out of his bed and driving him to the divorce lawyers. The poor guy has no idea what is going on. Even his lawyers are telling people he is on painkillers and is essentially sleeping all the time,” a friend told Huffington Post. Hopper filed the divorce papers despite the fact that his lawyers wouldn’t let him sign any other paperwork at the time due to his mental state. He is reportedly delirious and having trouble speaking. Marin supposedly lives rent-free at her father’s Vince estate with her child. She earns a living by booking appearances for her father. A family friend told Huffington Post that Dennis delayed the start of his chemo in order to attend a paid gig in Europe organized by Marin. Friends also believe that all recent statements that have gone out to the media are the work of Marin, not Dennis, given his weakened mental and physical state. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/The-Strange-Case-Of-Dennis-Hoppers-Divorce-January-20-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/The-Strange-Case-Of-Dennis-Hoppers-Divorce-January-20-2010.html Wed, 20 Jan 2010 06:30:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_Dennis_Hopper_radio_station.jpg According to Discovery News, there may be solid diamond icebergs floating in the oceans of Uranus and Neptune. The report stated that based upon the melting point of diamonds, there may indeed be actual oceans of diamonds on some of the distant planets in the solar system. The underlying idea that suggests the existence of diamonds on distant planets is simple: diamonds tend to behave like water when exposed to extreme temperatures (melting or freezing). The challenge is that diamonds are an extremely hard material, making them very difficult to melt. Furthermore, when exposed to hot temperatures, diamonds physically transform to graphite. Once a diamond has transformed to graphite, it can then be melted into liquid. Melting diamonds also requires a high pressure environment. Neptune and Uranus are just two planets that have a high pressure and a high temperature. According to the study, scientist mimicked the planets’ atmospheres. They then took a tiny diamond and bombarded it with lasers at ultra high pressures. The diamond liquefied at an extremely high pressure, incomparable to anything on Earth. When they slowly began to reduce the temperature and pressure, solid diamond clusters appeared. They then floated, which was completely unexpected. The scientists reasoned that the diamonds were behaving like water. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Uranus-And-Neptune-May-Have-Diamond-Oceans-January-19-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Uranus-And-Neptune-May-Have-Diamond-Oceans-January-19-2010.html Tue, 19 Jan 2010 04:18:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_1074test_tubes.jpg Poor Nicolas Cage - seems as though the actor’s financial problem keep growing. Just as Cage decided to get his house in order and pay the IRS all the back taxes he owes, he discovered he owes more - $14 million more. The government recently placed a tax lien on his real-estate possessions, including an additional $6.7 million from 2008. In an exclusive statement to PEOPLE, Nicolas says “Over the course of my career I have paid at least $70 million in taxes, unfortunately, due to a recent legal situation, another approximate $14 million is owed to the IRS. However, I am under new business management and am happy to say that I am current for 2009, all taxes will be paid including any to be determined state taxes.” Cage has built a reputation for his extravagant spending habits, even by Hollywood standards. He has spent loads of money on fast cars, diamond jewelry, yachts, castles - even a collection of shrunken heads and dinosaur skulls. Cage is also being sued by Christina Fulton - the mother of his eldest child, Weston. Christina is suing Nicolas for fraud and breach of contract. She claims she is tangled up in his financial mismanagement and is in debt for more than $1.2 million herself as a result. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Nicolas-Cage-Owes-IRS-Another-14-Million-January-17-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Nicolas-Cage-Owes-IRS-Another-14-Million-January-17-2010.html Sun, 17 Jan 2010 02:48:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_nicolas-cage_1.jpg Michael C. Hall, the actor who plays everyone’s favorite fictitious serial killer – Dexter - just announced he has cancer. He is currently undergoing treatment and the disease is in remission, said a spokeman. “I feel fortunate to have been diagnosed with an imminently treatable and curable condition, and I thank my doctors and nurses for their expertise and care,” Hall said in a statement on Wednesday. The 38 year old actor was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a cancer that affects the body’s immune system. The good news is that the disease is considered highly treatable, with a prognosis of full recovery. Craig Bankey, a spokesman for the actor, said the cancer is in complete remission and that Hall’s treatment will continue. So far, the name of the Los Angeles health facility where Hall has undergone treatment, and the time period when he underwent it, has not been released. Hall plans to attend Sunday's Golden Globe awards and the upcoming Screen Actors Guild ceremony with his wife, actress Jennifer Carpenter, who plays his sister on Showtime's hit show Dexter. Hall and Carpenter exchanged wedding rings on New Year’s eve 2008. Hall is a nominee at both awards shows for his role as Dexter Morgan, a serial killer working as a blood-spatter expert. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Dexter-Star-Michael-C-Hall-Has-Cancer-January-14-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Dexter-Star-Michael-C-Hall-Has-Cancer-January-14-2010.html Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:06:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_michael-hall-20070429-247349.jpg Here’s a story you simply can’t make up: James Cameron’s new 3-D fantasy science fiction movie Avatar is leaving viewers depressed and even suicidal. The reason? Viewers cannot find meaning in their ordinarily lives on this earth after spending nearly 3 hours on the beautiful alien planet Pandora during the course of the film. On the fan site Avatar Forums, there is a thread entitled ‘Ways to cope with the depression of the dream of Pandora being intangible’. The thread has received over 1,000 posts from people who cannot cope with real life after witnessing James Cameron’s spectacle. In fact, the topic has grown so popular that forum administrator Philippe Baghdassarian created a second thread for people to express their dejected feeling to others offering advice. Here is a taste of such posts: “I just watched avatar a few weeks ago and I'm feeling depressed and sad. It's like I want to reach out and be in Pandora. I'd do anything to be in Pandora. I've tried so hard to dream about me being on Pandora but it hasn't worked.” “Ever since I went to see 'Avatar' I have been depressed. Watching the wonderful world of Pandora and all the Na'vi made me want to be one of them. I can't stop thinking about all the things that happened in the film and all of the tears and shivers I got from it. I even contemplate suicide thinking that if I do it I will be rebirthed in a world similar to Pandora and the everything is the same as in 'Avatar.'” “Because, at this point, there isn't pretty much anything else that can be done. Until the release of DVD/BluRay. But even that won't take away all of the depression. Because you know you can never actually go to Pandora, as it exists only in our imagination... sigh...” http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Avatar-Leaving-Some-Viewers-Depressed-And-Suicidal-January-13-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Avatar-Leaving-Some-Viewers-Depressed-And-Suicidal-January-13-2010.html Wed, 13 Jan 2010 07:21:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_tn_avatar-movie-photos.jpg Sarah Palin, former governor of Alaska and 2008 Republican Vice Presidential candidate, will join the Fox News team as a regular commentator, the cable channel announced on Monday. “I am thrilled to be joining the great talent and management team at Fox News. It's wonderful to be part of a place that so values fair and balanced news,” Palin said in a statement. Fox said that Palin will provide political commentary and analysis on Fox News, Web site, radio network and business cable channel. She also will also occasionally host episodes of Fox News' ‘Real American Stories’ - a new series will feature true stories about Americans who have triumphed over adversity. “Governor Palin has captivated everyone on both sides of the political spectrum and we are excited to add her dynamic voice to the FOX News lineup,” said Bill Shine, executive vice president of programming. The network hasn’t announced when Palin will start, or how much she will get paid. It is also unclear whether Palin will relocate to New York or commute from Alaska. Palin is popular with conservatives and has more than 1.1 million Facebook followers. She exchanged wedding rings with conservative hubby Todd in 1988. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Sarah-Palin-To-Join-Fox-News-January-12-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Sarah-Palin-To-Join-Fox-News-January-12-2010.html Tue, 12 Jan 2010 11:55:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_sarah-palin-hold-on.jpg New York, NY – In 2008, a 1.77-carat, radiant-cut purplish-pink diamond from Rio Tinto’s Argyle mine in Australia didn’t attract much attention, and went unsold. In 2009, Scarselli Diamonds partnered with some other companies and bought the diamond with plans to re-cut it. Most Argyle diamonds tend to be difficult to cut because they often have many inclusions, increasing the risk of cutting too much and lowering the overall value. Joshua Sheby, a gemologist with Scarselli, thought there was potential to successfully cut it. “It was just a matter of readjusting some of the angles,” he said, “and bringing out that red component”. The ‘red component’ was the result of his work: a 1.61-carat, radiant-cut purplish-red stone with an estimated value of over $2 million. Argyle Pink Diamonds issued a letter of rarity, signed by business manager Josephine Archer, stating the diamond has been renamed the “Kimberley Red”, presumably after the famous Kimberley mine in South Africa, although this diamond was discovered on another continent. The letter also stated that only one other diamond over 1.5 carats and classified as “fancy purplish-red” has been graded by the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) in the past ten years. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Argyle-Diamond-ReCut-To-Kimberley-Red-011110.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Argyle-Diamond-ReCut-To-Kimberley-Red-011110.html Tue, 12 Jan 2010 01:32:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_argyle-red-diamonds-kimberley-red.jpg Cincinnati, Ohio -- Mark Sanchez’s college coach openly criticized the quarterback’s decision to enter the NFL draft after his junior year, saying that he was not “fully prepare[d]”. Last night, the rookie QB played a nearly-flawless game, leading the Jets past the Cincinnati Bengals and bringing them to the Divisional Round and one step closer to the coveted Super Bowl diamond rings. Despite the year-old warning from his USC coach and the single-digit temperatures, Sanchez—playing without a glove in the freezing-cold weather—completed 12 out of 15 passes for 182 yards. Just three weeks ago, the Jets were not playing like a championship team. Sanchez himself threw 3 interceptions and they lost to the Falcons. The Bengals were looking forward to putting the game in the hands of the passer who ranked second in interceptions this season. What they weren’t counting on was that this boy had something to prove and was ready to repeat last week’s team 257-yard performance. They also didn’t count on the Jets’ impeccable running game. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Sanchez-Leads-Jets-Toward-SuperBowl-Rings-011010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Sanchez-Leads-Jets-Toward-SuperBowl-Rings-011010.html Sun, 10 Jan 2010 06:23:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_mark-sanchez-new-york-jets-diamond-rings.jpg This past Monday, the New York Jets announced that Casey Johnson – the daughter of the team’s owner, Woody Johnson – passed away in Los Angeles. The cause of death is yet undetermined. Casey was just 30 years old when she died. “The Johnson family is mourning its tragic loss, and asks for privacy during this very difficult time,” a statement from the New York Jets said. Police officers found Johnson in her Los Angeles home around 11:51 a.m. Paramedics pronounced her dead on the scene, officer Sara Faden said. Faden said she did not know how long Johnson may have been dead for by the time authorities arrived. She said Johnson's death may have been from natural causes, since a preliminary death investigation didn't turn up any signs of foul play. A final cause of death will be determined by coroner's officials, but the results of the tests could take six weeks. Casey’s great-great-grandfather (yeah, he’s really great) was the co-founder of Johnson and Johnson. Much like other popular modern heiresses like Paris Hilton, Johnson had a very outgoing personality, and was featured in the 2002 documentary The It Girls. Last month, Johnson made headlines after she and reality star Tila Tequila announced that they were engaged. Casey even went as far as buying an engagement ring for Tila. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Johnson-and-Johnson-Heiress-Casey-Johnson-Dead-at-30-January-05-2010.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Johnson-and-Johnson-Heiress-Casey-Johnson-Dead-at-30-January-05-2010.html Tue, 05 Jan 2010 01:01:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_casey-johnson-kiss-500x467.jpg Early Wednesday morning, thieves broke into a funeral home in Goodlettsville and stole a pair of diamond earrings and a wedding ring off the deceased body of a local woman just hours before her funeral started. As it stands, there are very few leads regarding the robbery, but police are hopeful that someone will come forward with information. Mary Ann Morgan, general manager of Forest Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, said the burglary was a first for the funeral home. “It really just makes me sick that anyone would do something like this. The hurt that this person or persons caused the family, there's just no forgiveness for that,” she expressed. Morgan said the body of Robbie Sue Williams, 79, was the only body inside the funeral home at the time. Besides the stolen jewelry, the body wan’t tampered with. In addition to the jewelry, two flat-screen televisions, two computers, a sound system and a white 2004 Ford van were snatched. Larry Kirby - a neighbor of Williams' - said he had known her for nearly14 years. “It's terrible that this happened to her. But, it's also terrible for Forest Lawn. It's where my parents and grandparents are buried and it's where I'm going to be buried. You've got to be a low-class person to do something like this. I think stealing off the dead goes beyond bad. It's just wicked,” he lamented. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Earrings-And-Wedding-Ring-Stolen-From-Dead-Body-December-31-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Earrings-And-Wedding-Ring-Stolen-From-Dead-Body-December-31-2009.html Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:40:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_Forest-Lawn-Mortuary-Bldg.jpg Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler has entered a rehab facility to deal with an addiction to prescription painkillers. He has relied on the meds to help him deal with 10 years of performance injuries and wear and tear. “With the help of my family and team of medical professionals, I am taking responsibility for the management of my pain and am eager to be back on the stage and in the recording studio with my bandmates Joe Perry, Joey Kramer, Tom Hamilton and Brad Whitford,” Tyler said in a statement to PEOPLE. “I love Aerosmith; I love performing as the lead singer in Aerosmith. I am grateful for all of the support and love I am receiving and am committed to getting things taken care of,” he added. Actress Liv Tyler says: “My family and I are in complete support of my dad's decision to seek treatment. He is a courageous man. We love him and are so proud that he is getting help to balance his pain management, not just for himself but for his family, friends and fans.” Liv is the daughter of Steven Tyler and fashion model Bebe Buell, although the couple never exchanged wedding rings. Steven, 61, has suffered many orthopedic injuries over the years that have left him with “severe chronic pain” and will require additional surgeries on his knees and feet says his physician, Dr. Brian McKeon. “Managing and controlling his pain has been challenging, and despite our use of alternative therapies and the creation of custom shoes built by a team of engineers from Timberland, Steven's pain has progressed. The balance between managing his pain and avoiding addiction is tenuous and difficult and his bravery in persevering through rigorous touring is admirable. As with many athletes, Steven put his performance first as he struggled with acute pain for years,” says Dr. Mckeon http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Steven-Tyler-Of-Aerosmith-Enters-Rehab-December-23-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Steven-Tyler-Of-Aerosmith-Enters-Rehab-December-23-2009.html Wed, 23 Dec 2009 08:51:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_20090814093417_auto.jpg Actress Britanny Murphy, star of Clueless and 8 mile, died Sunday in Los Angeles of cardiac arrest. Murphy was pronounced dead at 10:04 a.m. at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She was 32-years-old. Brittany was taken to the hospital after the LA Fire Department responded to a call at 8 a.m. The call came from the home of Murphy and her husband, British screenwriter Simon Monjack. Murphy and Monjack exchanged wedding rings in May 2007. According to Assistant Chief Coroner Ed Winter, Murphy apparently collapsed in the bathroom. According to sources, Brittany's mom discovered her unconscious in the shower. When the paramedics arrived, they quickly determined Murphy was in full cardiac arrest and began administering CPR. She was pronounced dead at the hospital. According to Winter, the death “it appears to be natural.” He said an autopsy was planned for Monday or Tuesday. Neighbor Clare Staples said she saw Murphy on a stretcher and “looked as though she was dead at the scene.” Brittany Murphy once dated Ashton Kutcher, who costarred with Murphy in 2003's romantic comedy Just Married. After hearing about Murphy’s passing, Kutcher sent a message on Twitter: “2day the world lost a little piece of sunshine. My deepest condolences go out 2 Brittany's family, her husband, & her amazing mother Sharon.” http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Brittany-Murphy-Dead-At-32-December-21-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Brittany-Murphy-Dead-At-32-December-21-2009.html Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:11:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_Brittany_Murphy.jpg Courtney Love and Kurt Cobain exchanged wedding rings in 1992. Six months later the couple gave birth to daughter Francis Bean Cobain. It was to be the only child the pair would have, since Kurt committed suicide in 1994. Now, Frances Bean has been taken away from Courtney and placed in a temporary guardianship according to court records. A Los Angeles Superior Court commissioner granted control of the 17-year-old to Kurt Cobain’s mother, Wendy O’Connor, and his sister, Kimberly Dawn. The court filing doesn’t state a reason, nor does it mention Courtney Love. In recent months, Love’s behavior has been quite erratic. The former frontwoman of rock band Hole has been criticized for blog post ramblings that have attacked Jews, a former bandmate and others. In fact, a notable fashion designer sued Love earlier this year over some posts, claiming they were libelous. In September 2005, Love was sentenced to 180 days at a drug treatment facility for violating probation in three misdemeanor cases – one for illegal possession of painkillers, one for being under the influence of a controlled substance in public and another for assault and battery. A three-page court order issued on Friday was all that was made public regarding the guardianship. Attorney Geraldine Wyle - who is handling the case for Kurt’s mother and sister - says it is a private family matter and no other comment would be issued. Love's publicist Alan Nierob said he didn't have any details about the guardianship. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Courtney-Love-Loses-Custody-Over-Frances-Bean-Cobain-December-15-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Courtney-Love-Loses-Custody-Over-Frances-Bean-Cobain-December-15-2009.html Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:52:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_courtney-love-by-hedi-slimane.jpg Rivers Cuomo, the lead singer of Weezer, suffered internal injuries when the band’s tour bus hit some ice and skidded across the New York State Thruway, hit a guide rail, and eventually slid into a ditch early Sunday morning. Rivers Cuomo was traveling with his wife, 2-year-old daughter, and assistant Sarah Kim. Cuomo and Kim were transported by ambulance to St. Mary's Hospital in Amsterdam, N.Y. Rivers’ wife and child were unharmed. Rivers exchanged wedding rings with Kyoko Ito in 2006. They gave birth to daughter Mia in 2007. The passengers were traveling east to Boston, where the band was scheduled to perform on Monday. The vehicle struck a patch of ice and the driver lost control. The vehicle mounted the median, rammed a guide rail on the right shoulder and crashed into a ditch alongside the roadway. Weezer’s drummer, Patrick Wilson, Tweeted about the accident hours after the crash: “It was perfect conditions for black ice. Got loose going towards the meridian, driver saves it but bus goes thru guardrail into 6ft ditch.” Weezer's webmaster, Karl Koch, posted an update on Weezer's website, detailing the accident: http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Weezer-Frontman-Rivers-Cuomo-Injured-In-Bus-Accident-December-07-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Weezer-Frontman-Rivers-Cuomo-Injured-In-Bus-Accident-December-07-2009.html Mon, 07 Dec 2009 02:40:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_cuomo.jpg Diamonds are very popular, especially in the United States. But did you know that one in every two diamonds sold in the U.S. comes from Israel? Well, it’s true. Despite it’s tiny size, Israel is one of the leading diamond trade centers in the world. Israel’s diamond industry, based at the Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) in Ramat Gan, is a model that many countries seek to adapt when setting up their own diamond trade centers. According to Avi Paz, the President of the IDE: “From India, from Turkey, and from other countries, people have come to learn from us how to organize secure compounds for diamond dealers. We teach them how to provide a commercial infrastructure for the diamond dealer from a security perspective and supporting services for the diamond dealers.” A new building in New York’s Diamond District will be built according to the Israeli model. Expected to be completed by 2011, the building is estimated to cost $750 million. Executives from Extell, the building firm, say the building will be called the International Gem Tower. The International Gem Tower will replace the hundreds of old and rundown buildings in the Diamond District on 47th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues in Manhattan. This will provide diamond retailers a safe working environment for trade. In the Israeli model, four buildings are connected using a system of bridges. In New York, that particular model will be combined into one 34-story building. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Dealers-Building-New-Building-In-New-York-December-06-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Dealers-Building-New-Building-In-New-York-December-06-2009.html Sun, 06 Dec 2009 07:38:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_Diamond-District-New-York-47th-Street-002.jpg David Hayes-MacLeod, 27, from Uxbridge, UK, is appealing for the return of his wedding ring, which he believes was stolen from his gym locker. He is requesting that the public be on the lookout for the ‘distinctive’ design of the white gold ring encrusted with diamonds, estimated to be worth around £800. MacLeod is a primary school teacher. He was a member of Fitness First Gym until he cancelled his membership following the theft. He has reported the stolen ring to the police and they are also urging the public to be alert to its potential whereabouts. According to MacLeod: “It was last Tuesday evening, I went to the gym after work, and after my workout discovered the ring was missing from my locker. I took it off because you are supposed to take off all jewelry prior to a workout. I'm really angry and disgusted, and cancelled my membership straight away as I believe it had been broken into, there is no other explanation.” http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Man-Appeals-For-Stolen-Ring-To-Be-Returned-November-30-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Man-Appeals-For-Stolen-Ring-To-Be-Returned-November-30-2009.html Mon, 30 Nov 2009 03:36:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_uxbridge.JPG The financial support of Bulgari has been created fantastic PR for the fledgling organization. “We are extremely grateful for our partnership with Bulgari and its commitment to education in areas of conflict in war,” says Charles MacCormack, President and CEO of Save the Children. “Bulgari’s support has helped to put this issue on the world’s agenda, assisting an entire generation of young people by giving them a chance to learn the skills they need for a prosperous, peaceful adulthood.” Already, Hollywood has shown support for “Rewrite the Future”, donating time, money and effort to bring attention to the cause. Among those participating are Matt Damon, Julianne Moore, Benicio del Toro, Andy Garcia, Jessica Biel, Sting, Terrence Howard, Willem Dafoe, Jason Lewis, Ben Stiller, Sally Field, Debra Messing and Isabella Rossellini. The charity attracts patronage from people from all different backgrounds, age groups, races, and genders. The one thing they have in common is the desire to educate poverty-stricken children in war-torn areas to live peacefully. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/bulgari-diamonds-save-the-children-November-25-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/bulgari-diamonds-save-the-children-November-25-2009.html Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:12:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_olivia-wilde-bulgari-diamonds-save-the-children.jpg Las Vegas, Nevada – Today, reigning Fighter of the Year Manny “PacMan” Pacquiao and three-time world champion boxer Miquel Cotto arrive in Las Vegas to kick off the beginning of what is being billed as the “Fight Week for Fire Power”, which will culminate in a match between the two on Saturday, November 14 at 9pm EST (6pm PT). The MGM Grand plays host to the event, which is being broadcast live on HBO Pay-Per-View, as well as via satellite to countries all over the world. The twelve-round title fight brings the Philippines’ ‘pound-for-pound king’ and the current WBO World Welterweight Champion together in one of the most anticipated—and promoted—fights in history. Ring Magazine released a list of its pound-for-pound rankings, placing Pacquaio (49-3-2, 37 KOs) at the top of the list and Cotto (34-1, 27 Kos) at #7. The welterweights each have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the fight is predicted to be a great one. The winner will not only achieve the title of World Boxing Champion; he will also receive a customized belt to commemorate the victory. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/pacquiao-cotto-diamond-belt-boxing-November-10-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/pacquiao-cotto-diamond-belt-boxing-November-10-09.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:39:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_pacquiao-cotto-boxing-fight-diamonds.jpg Last night’s World Series Game 6 brought to a close the hopes of the Philadelphia Phillies to earn two championship titles in a row. When the New York Yankees Closer Mariano Rivera pitched the final out of the game, he gave his team their 27th World Series win, and a fifth Championship ring for himself, Derek Jeter, Andy Pettitte and Jorge Posada. Although the players will not receive their rings until a ceremony at the beginning of the 2010 season, they still have a trophy to hoist in the air, parties to attend, and a parade the likes of which only New York City can give them after waiting 9 years to become champions again. The rings will be, undoubtedly, worth waiting for. The Yankees 2000 World Series ring weighs more than an ounce, features 22 diamonds and 34.5 grams of gold. It is so large that it has three subway cars—representing the ‘Subway Series’ victory over the Mets and three consecutive championships—etched above the fa?ade of Yankee Stadium. The value of the ring is relative, since it has an ‘intrinsic value’ based on what it represents. After the 2000 win, a memorabilia dealer paid $18,000 for the ring of a Yankee executive, and Dick Williams, consultant to the team at the time, sold his ring at auction for $34,787. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Yankees-World-Series-Diamonds-Rings-November-05-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Yankees-World-Series-Diamonds-Rings-November-05-2009.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:54:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_new-york-yankees-world-series-2009-diamonds.jpg Renowned film director, Roman Polanski, may choose to face sentencing in the United States soon, as his current conditions are terrible. The auteur is currently held in Swiss detention, with no significant chance for bail or house arrest. Currently Polanski is in the midst of a lengthy extradition procedure – the U.S. want to put him on trial for a 1977 sex charge, since he fled the country before sentencing. Thus far Polanski has fought against the extradition, but one of his lawyers said he may decide to face justice in The States to avoid the lengthy extradition procedures. The Oscar-winning director was arrested in Switzerland on September 26. On Tuesday, a Swiss court denied his request for release on bail, saying there was a strong risk that he would flee. Lawyer George Kiejman said on Europe 1 radio: “We could be heading toward an extradition if the Swiss justice system does not take into account arguments against it. If the procedure drags on, it is not impossible that Roman Polanski could choose to go and explain himself in the United States, where there are some arguments in his favor. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Roman-Polanski-May-Choose-To-Face-Charges-In-US-October-21-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Roman-Polanski-May-Choose-To-Face-Charges-In-US-October-21-2009.html Wed, 21 Oct 2009 01:53:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_roman-polanski-et-emmanuelle-seigner-2309419_1350.jpg Personally, I don’t want to live in a world where Phil Collins can’t play drums, but it looks like I may have to. The Grammy-winning, multi-platinum selling pop star recently told a German newspaper that he doesn’t have feeling in his fingers and he isn’t able to pick up his drum sticks. Collins underwent surgery in April to repair a dislocated vertebra in his neck - seems as though the surgery left the musician without the ability to play his favorite instrument. The 58-year-old songsmith was quoted as saying the only way he could drum is if he were to “glue drumsticks to my hands.” But Phil has no plan to give up music entirely. He told the newspaper he plans a recording a new album that will feature covers of 30 Motown covers next year: “I want the songs to sound exactly like the originals,” he told the paper. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/phil-collins-cant-play-drums-anymore-october-20-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/phil-collins-cant-play-drums-anymore-october-20-2009.html Tue, 20 Oct 2009 06:41:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_phil-collins.jpg More than 40,000 people from around the world were recently involved in the biggest mass wedding in over a decade. Brides in white dresses and Japanese kimonos joined grooms in black suits and red ties to exchange wedding rings. The mass wedding was the largest ‘blessing ceremony” held by the Unification Church since 1999. 89-year-old Reverend Sun Myung Moon, the controversial founder of the church, oversaw the ceremony. His followers are known as Moonies. Most of the couples receiving blessing were marrying for the first time, but many were renewing their vows. The reverend also blessed 10,000 couples from Sweden to Brazil, who were taking part in ceremonies around the world. The massive world-wide ceremony was meant to celebrate two key anniversaries in the leader's life: his 90th birthday and his 50th wedding anniversary. Sun Myung Moon is getting ready to hand everyday leadership of the church over to his children. Dressed in a sharp black suit, Rev. Moon sprinkled holy water over the couple before they exchanged rings. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/The-Biggest-Mass-Wedding-In-A-Decade-October-14-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/The-Biggest-Mass-Wedding-In-A-Decade-October-14-2009.html Wed, 14 Oct 2009 01:45:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_moon_01_628677a.jpg No one can argue that Oscar-winning director Roman Polanski hasn’t had his share of misfortune, both privately and publicly. Well, looks like the 76-year-old auteur has just been dealt another significant blow, being arrested over the past weekend in Switzerland over a 31-year-old U.S. arrest warrant. Despite Polanski’s claim that American prosecutors had never tried to nab him after he fled overseas over thirty years ago, the Los Angeles County district attorney's office said it had contact with several countries in an effort to arrest the ‘Pianist’ director. Polanski's arrest in Switzerland on Saturday sparked an outcry from several European supporters asking why American authorities chose to act now, even though Polanski has been living and working openly in Europe for decades. Polanski’s famous trial was found to be a gross injustice due to the behavior of the now-deceased judge during the case. According to Polanski’s lawyer, “the District Attorney's Office in the 30 years since Mr. Polanski left the jurisdiction, has not once sought to have him extradited. If it had, there would have been a hearing regarding the misconduct in this case.” http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Roman-Polanski-To-Fight-Extradition-September-29-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Roman-Polanski-To-Fight-Extradition-September-29-2009.html Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:13:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_roman-polanski-pic-afp-getty-413325626.jpg In what has already been hailed as Britain’s biggest jewel heist, two gunmen casually strolled into Graff Jewelers in Mayfair, an upscale London store, and stole diamonds worth $65 million last month. Yesterday, British police charged a man, in connection with the heist, with attempted murder, Although six other men have already been charged with conspiracy to rob the renowned jeweler, Aman Kassaye, 24, faces the most serious charge thus far related to the robbery. Besides attempted murder, Kassaye, is also charged with conspiracy to rob Graff Jewelers, imprisoning and detaining a person against their will, and using a handgun with intent to resist or prevent the arrest or detention of himself and others. The aftermath of the robbery was captured by amateur video, and it shows screaming pedestrians and shoppers ducking for cover and trying to escape as a shot is fired. Thankfully, no one was hurt. Security camera footage released shortly after the theft showed two men in entering the store, pulling out guns, and briefly taking an employee hostage. They escaped via several getaway cars. As of yet, none of the 43 stolen items has been recovered. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Thief-Charged-With-Attempted-Murder-September-06-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Thief-Charged-With-Attempted-Murder-September-06-2009.html Sun, 06 Sep 2009 11:58:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_Graff-Diamonds-store-in-N-006.jpg Adam Goldstein, better known as DJ Am, passed away on August 28th, but the details surrounding his death are still uncertain. It was first reported that Goldstein died of an accidental overdose - now different reports suggest he may have committed suicide. Eight undigested OxyContin pills were found in his body, and a ninth still in his mouth. Also, crack paraphernalia was found near his body. Although the funeral plans haven’t yet been made public, Adam’s body has been released and is reported to be heading to California to be buried there. His mother, Andrea, lives in Los Angeles. Speculation suggests that the funeral will take place in California later this week. Goldstein, who once gave Nicole Richie an engagement ring, was said to be devastated about the recent break up with his girlfriend, Hayley Wood. Sources say that authorities who entered Goldstein's New York apartment found a Valentine's Day card in the next room from Haley Wood. Beside the card were six or seven photos of Wood and Goldstein. Goldstein and good friend Travis Barker, of pop-punk band Blink 182, were involved in a serious plane crash less than a year ago. The accident left four dead. The duo barely escaped by sliding down the wing of the fallen plane. They were both in critical condition after surviving the crash. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/DJ-AMs-Funeral-To-Be-Held-In-California-September-02-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/DJ-AMs-Funeral-To-Be-Held-In-California-September-02-2009.html Wed, 02 Sep 2009 10:10:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_djam.jpg In what’s being hailed as Britain’s biggest jewel heist, two gunmen casually strolled into Graff Jewelers in Mayfair, an upscale London store, and stole gems worth £40million. The robbers struck at 4.20pm, on Thursday, after convincing a security guard to let them in. They then drew handguns before stealing 43 pieces of jeweler in less than two minutes. Their pillage included diamond earrings and a platinum white diamond ring. The burglars were captured on CCTV before firing two shots and escaping. They then jumped into a blue BMW which was parked close and smashed into a taxi a minute later. The crooks got out and fired a second shot, forcing pedestrians to take flight and then got into a Mercedes Benz and sped away. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamonds-Stolen-By-Gunmen-In-Big-Heist-August-12-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamonds-Stolen-By-Gunmen-In-Big-Heist-August-12-2009.html Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:58:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_Diamonds-Stolen.jpg Chicago, IL – Northwestern University scientist Dean Ho recently discovered that using nanoscale diamonds can help heal wounds much faster. Dr. Ho and his team found that diamonds tend to attract insulin, best known for helping to regulate blood sugar. Insulin has also been found to speed up the healing process and prevent infections from growing at wound sites. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Nano-Diamonds-Treat-Wounds-July-29-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Nano-Diamonds-Treat-Wounds-July-29-2009.html Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:37:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_nano-diamonds-heal-wounds.jpg Gloucestershire, England – Kate Middleton, the longtime girlfriend of Prince William of Wales, re-ignited engagement rumors over the weekend during a charity polo match. When the royal couple arrived at the event, Middleton was wearing two rings on her right hand. A few minutes later, she was seen with one of the rings on the ring finger of her left hand. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Prince-William-Kate-Engagement-Rumor-July-27-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Prince-William-Kate-Engagement-Rumor-July-27-2009.html Mon, 27 Jul 2009 01:33:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_prince-william-kate-middleton-engagement.jpg London, England – A new exhibition at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum will feature previously-unseen treasures owned by former royals of India. The opening of the show is rumored to include a procession of elephants and Rolls Royces, according to museum officials. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Indian-Cartier-Piece-in-London-July-22-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Indian-Cartier-Piece-in-London-July-22-09.html Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:41:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_Indian-Treasures-Cartier-London.jpg Hamburg, Germany – Notoriously private Hollywood legend Robert Redford married his girlfriend of 13 years, Sibylle Szaggars, in an intimate ceremony at the Louis C. Jacob Hotel in Hamburg, Germany. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Robert-Redford-Weds-Longtime-Love-07-16-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Robert-Redford-Weds-Longtime-Love-07-16-09.html Thu, 16 Jul 2009 01:30:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_robert-redford-marries-wedding-ring.jpg Moscow – As President Barack Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev talked about reducing nuclear stockpiles, Michelle Obama and daughters Sasha and Malia got a tour of the Kremlin and its treasures. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Obama-Tours-Russian-Diamond-Treasures-07-07-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Obama-Tours-Russian-Diamond-Treasures-07-07-09.html Tue, 07 Jul 2009 01:14:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_Obama-Sees-Imperial-Crown-Russia.jpg Wimbledon, London, England -- When Serena Williams took the court for the Wimbledon Final on Saturday, she was not facing just any opponent. But she had to tell herself it was just another hard-hitting player standing in between her and her 3rd Wimbledon title and 15th Grand Slam Championship. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Serena-Beats-Venus-At-Wimbledon-07-05-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Serena-Beats-Venus-At-Wimbledon-07-05-09.html Sun, 05 Jul 2009 01:06:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_serena-williams-wins-wimbledon.jpg "The only word Elizabeth knows in Italian is Bulgari." And, even after several marriages, one thing stayed the same: Liz loved her diamonds. Her personal collection of Bulgari jewels is on display as part of a historical exhibit of 500 Bulgari pieces, and will be shown through September 13 at Rome’s Palazzo delle Esposizione. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Bulgari-Diamonds-Displayed-in-Rome-06-22-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Bulgari-Diamonds-Displayed-in-Rome-06-22-09.html Sun, 21 Jun 2009 01:15:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_bulgari-diamonds-elizabeth-taylor.jpg Manila, Philippines –The wife of late Dictator Ferdinand Marcos, claiming that she has no money, is attempting to reclaim jewels and other items that were seized after the fall of Marcos’ regime in 1986. Because of an oversight by the Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG), Mrs. Marcos may get her wish. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Imelda-Marcos-Reclaims-Diamonds-06-18-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Imelda-Marcos-Reclaims-Diamonds-06-18-09.html Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:21:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_3_imelda-marcos-confiscated-jewelry.jpg Pharrell Williams, known throughout the world for his producing, recording, and collaborating in hip hop music, has expanded his empire still further: into the art world. Working with Japanese artist Takashi Murakami, he inspired the one-of-a-kind work of art called "The Simple Things". http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Pharrell-Collaborates-on-Basel-Artwork-06-16-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Pharrell-Collaborates-on-Basel-Artwork-06-16-09.html Wed, 17 Jun 2009 01:40:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_pharrell-williams-diamond-art.jpg Toledo, Ohio – A fine jeweler in Toledo has taken its cue from a Twitter-based diamond hunt, and has scheduled an engagement ring hunt of their own, using cell phones as their way to give clues. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Ring-Scavenger-Hunt-06-11-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Ring-Scavenger-Hunt-06-11-09.html Thu, 11 Jun 2009 01:45:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_diamond-ring-hunt-toledo.jpg At first, Gardiner thought he would hide the ring and let someone just stumble onto it. Then he came up with something even better: a treasure hunt. On Saturday morning, June 6, he will hide the ring and post the first clue on his Twitter page at 8 a.m. He plans to continue posting clues until someone finds the ring. If no one does, the clues will become directions. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Engagement-Ring-Twitter-Away-06-03-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Engagement-Ring-Twitter-Away-06-03-09.html Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:15:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_twitter-engagement-ring-gardiner.jpg As the jewelry trends move more and more towards natural beauty—while still maintaining a level of opulence—Luca Carati has created the Ginza Collection, named for the famous Tokyo shopping district known for its luxurious, fashionable boutiques. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/luca-carati-ginza-diamond-collection-05-24-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/luca-carati-ginza-diamond-collection-05-24-09.html Sun, 24 May 2009 02:18:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/luca-carati-diamond-jeweller.jpg Among the items for sale is a lot of 56 coloured diamonds, certified as fancy deep, vivid, and intense pink, yellow, blue, and green. At 14.67 carat weight, it is expected to sell for between $1.35 and $1.9 million. However, the biggest enticement for buyers to come is a 20.70 carat. D-Flawless diamond pendant mounted with a 10.07 carat pear-shaped D-Internally Flawless diamond. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Christies-selling-20-carat-diamond-05-11-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Christies-selling-20-carat-diamond-05-11-09.html Mon, 11 May 2009 11:53:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_20-carat-diamond-christies.JPG But Thai jewelry designer Riwin Jirapolsek has done them all one better. Over two months, he designed a $4.2 million tiara for his 15 year-old male Maltese. The piece, created with titanium and encrusted with 250 carats worth of diamonds and emeralds, was featured at a dog runway show in Bangkok. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Thai-Designer-Dog-Tiara-04-27-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Thai-Designer-Dog-Tiara-04-27-09.html Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:58:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_dog-diamond-tiara-thai.jpg Portland, Maine 04101: A Portland-based shipwreck hunter has found what he believes to be a ship torpedoed during World War II by a German U-boat off Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Greg Brooks and his partners filed a claim on the wreck in the US District Court in Portland, Maine, saying that he and his crew intend to begin the salvage within a few weeks. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Maine-treasure-hunters-find-billions-04-19-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Maine-treasure-hunters-find-billions-04-19-09.html Sun, 19 Apr 2009 01:23:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_3_portland-maine-shipwreck-treasure.jpg A Russian collector, Alexander Ivanov, is set to open a museum in Germany that will display Faberge eggs and other luxury Faberge items, many of them crafted with diamonds and precious gemstones. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/faberge-egg-diamonds-gold-April-7-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/faberge-egg-diamonds-gold-April-7-2009.html Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:19:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_faberge-egg-gold-diamonds.jpg Gulnara Karimova, daughter of the Uzbekistan President Islam Karimov, will be launching a jewelry line for Swiss company Chopard. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/silver-jewelry-asia-uzbekistan-March-18-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/silver-jewelry-asia-uzbekistan-March-18-2009.html Wed, 18 Mar 2009 10:13:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_gold-jewelry-uzbekistan-karimova.jpg Archeologists have discovered gold jewelry in the tomb of a senior official who lived under Queen Hatshepsut 3,500 years ago. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/gold-jewelry-ancient-Egypt-March-11-2009.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/gold-jewelry-ancient-Egypt-March-11-2009.html Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:15:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_egypt-gold-jewelry.jpg Actor Sean Connery is expected to appear in a Swiss court regarding a 1972 business transaction that he is accused of handling badly. He is being sued by the family of a developer to whom he lent $4 million over thirty years ago. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Connery-Sued-Over-Diamonds-Mar-05-09.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Connery-Sued-Over-Diamonds-Mar-05-09.html Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:49:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_sean-connery-lawsuit.jpg Tiny diamonds that have been unearthed across North America may lend clues to a major cooling event that occurred 13,000 years ago. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/diamonds-impact-earth-010409.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/diamonds-impact-earth-010409.html Sun, 04 Jan 2009 03:16:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_diamonds-earth-impact.jpg Although President George W. Bush has not been very popular with foreign countries, that doesn’t stop world leaders from showering him and his administration with extravagant—and odd—gifts. This year, Bush received a $150 bronze platypus paperweight from an Australian official, a $570 brush-cutter from the Swedish Prime Minister, and, from the Prime Minister of Singapore, the President was given $450 worth of exercise equipment, including a “uSurf Wave Action Exerciser” and an “iGallop Core and Abs Exerciser”. Is Singapore trying to tell him something? http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/diamond-jewelry-bush-rice-12-24-08.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/diamond-jewelry-bush-rice-12-24-08.html Wed, 24 Dec 2008 03:22:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_rice-diamond-jewelry-gift.jpg Wealthy Bangladeshi filmmaker Ahsanullah Moni has built a life-size replica of the Taj Mahal that features granite from Italy and diamonds from Belgium. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/diamonds-taj-mahal-122008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/diamonds-taj-mahal-122008.html Wed, 10 Dec 2008 06:57:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_diamonds_taj_mahal.jpg According to an eBay India census, diamonds are the most popular online purchase for the average buyer in Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/diamonds-ebay-india-120208.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/diamonds-ebay-india-120208.html Tue, 02 Dec 2008 01:19:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/News/_1_ebay_india.jpg A Kazakhstan-based bank is teaming up with MasterCard to present the “Diamond,” a credit card encrusted with a 0.02 carat center diamond. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/kazakhstan-diamonds-credit-card.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/kazakhstan-diamonds-credit-card.html Wed, 05 Nov 2008 08:58:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/mastercard.jpg Ancient diamonds in the rocks of Western Australia could be at the center of a 21st century scientific bonanza... http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Ancient-diamonds-06-25-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Ancient-diamonds-06-25-2008.html Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:53:00 EST DeBeers S.A. managing director Gareth Penny was in the U.S. in June 2008..... http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/DeBeers-Africa-Diamond-Business-06-15-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/DeBeers-Africa-Diamond-Business-06-15-2008.html Sun, 15 Jun 2008 04:42:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/debeers.gif DIANOR RESOURCES and WEMINDJI EXPLORATION have uncovered very rare purple diamonds http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Rare-purple-diamonds-03-15-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Rare-purple-diamonds-03-15-2008.html Sat, 15 Mar 2008 06:17:00 EST A U.S. federal court decided to award Forest Diamonds $750,000.. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Forest-Diamond-judgment-02-20-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Forest-Diamond-judgment-02-20-2008.html Wed, 20 Feb 2008 06:16:00 EST Indian Minister for State for Commerce Jairam Ramesh plans to visit Africa next month with a high-level trade delegation to enhance collaboration with key diamond-producing regions. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/ Indian-minister-visit-Africa-02-18-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/ Indian-minister-visit-Africa-02-18-2008.html Mon, 18 Feb 2008 09:02:00 EST De Beers stated last week that there is much uncertainty regarding market conditions for diamond demand. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/De-Beers-gloomy-Diamond-Demands-02-10-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/De-Beers-gloomy-Diamond-Demands-02-10-2008.html Sun, 10 Feb 2008 05:41:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/DeBeers.jpg 2008 marks the 100th anniversary of diamond mining in Namibia. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Anniversary-Diamond-minning-02-05-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Anniversary-Diamond-minning-02-05-2008.html Tue, 05 Feb 2008 04:57:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/namibia-flag.gif Diamond producer De Beers is about to reveal some of its successful diamond technology, but not completely. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/De Beers-Diamond-Technology-01-25-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/De Beers-Diamond-Technology-01-25-2008.html Fri, 25 Jan 2008 06:35:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/debeers-small.jpg Diamond thieves Jan. 17 smashed the window of a Sydney, Australia jewelry store and stole $5 million US in rare pink diamonds. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/pink-diamonds-heist-01-22-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/pink-diamonds-heist-01-22-2008.html Tue, 22 Jan 2008 04:47:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/pink_diamonds_2.jpg Diamond Season boosts sales and consumer knowledge of diamonds http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Season-boost-sales-01-19-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Season-boost-sales-01-19-2008.html Sat, 19 Jan 2008 11:48:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/diamond3-small.jpg Famed New York jeweler Jacob Arabo designs watches that have been seen on the wrists of world-famous stars, such as Madonna. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/75k-Jeweled-watch-sold-01-03-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/75k-Jeweled-watch-sold-01-03-2008.html Thu, 03 Jan 2008 07:54:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/jacob-small.jpg A report in Calcutta stated that Diamond Trading Corporation (DTC) in India is being restructured and has been renamed DeBeers Marketing Group. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/DTC-Deebers- Marketing-Group-01-01-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/DTC-Deebers- Marketing-Group-01-01-2008.html Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:23:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/dtc-small.jpg Diamonds are beautiful, but there is more than glitter and beauty behind this rare gem. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamonds-Unique-History-01-01-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamonds-Unique-History-01-01-2008.html Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:19:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/starofafrica-small.jpg Russians are currently spending almost $2 billion US in New Year’s jewelry presents, according to the chairman of jewelry maker Choron Diamond. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/New-Year-Jewelry-gifts-11-28-2007.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/New-Year-Jewelry-gifts-11-28-2007.html Wed, 28 Nov 2007 03:46:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/russian-small.jpg Diamonds have been traded in Antwerp since the 15th century. Back in those days, they were swapped in the city’s inns. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Antwerp-Diamond-Capital-11-23-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Antwerp-Diamond-Capital-11-23-2008.html Fri, 23 Nov 2007 04:19:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/antwerp_diamond_small.jpg In Cape Town, South Africa, the country’s elite crime-fighting unit, the Scorpions, is probing allegations of fraud in connection with what has been termed “the world’s biggest diamond,” which allegedly was found on Aug. 27 on a farm there. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/World-Biggest-Diamond- Fraud-11-22-2007.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/World-Biggest-Diamond- Fraud-11-22-2007.html Thu, 22 Nov 2007 02:15:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/_44082465_gem_203b.jpg The Yakutian regional parliament has approved a bill that proposes amendments to Russia’s tax code concerning the payment of taxes on diamond mining. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Mining-Yakutia-05-20-2007.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Mining-Yakutia-05-20-2007.html Sun, 20 May 2007 05:47:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/ru-14_2-small.gif King Abdullah Abdal Aziz of Saudi Arabia visited India as the guest of honor on the Republic Day, and came bearing gifts. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Jewels-Donated-India-Museum-05-01-2007.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Jewels-Donated-India-Museum-05-01-2007.html Tue, 01 May 2007 03:46:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/14208866_soniagandhi-small.jpg A German teenager’s demands to turn her father’s ashes into a synthetic diamond were halted in court on Tuesday after her grandmother protested against it. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Daddy-Doesnot-Become-Diamond-04-11-2007.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Daddy-Doesnot-Become-Diamond-04-11-2007.html Wed, 11 Apr 2007 06:24:00 EST Two kids from Texas found a big reason to love Arkansas…a 2.2-carat big reason! http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Twins-Find-Diamond-04-11-2007.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Twins-Find-Diamond-04-11-2007.html Wed, 11 Apr 2007 05:47:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/duncan.jpg A South African man was convicted and fined for illegal possession of precious stones after police found and confiscated 274 concealed diamonds from him. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Crash-Leads-Diamonds-Discovery-03-29-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Crash-Leads-Diamonds-Discovery-03-29-2008.html Thu, 29 Mar 2007 03:11:00 EST A bank in Brussels was robbed of approximately $42 million in diamonds by a charming con-man. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Brussels-Bank-robbed-03-28-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Brussels-Bank-robbed-03-28-2008.html Wed, 28 Mar 2007 04:56:00 EST A 603 carat white diamond, the `Lesotho Promise` is now up for sale in Antwerp. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/603-carat-white-diamond-10-05-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/603-carat-white-diamond-10-05-2006.html Thu, 05 Oct 2006 07:44:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/africa.jpg A million dollar diamond, the most expensive ever is set to go on sale in New Zealand. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Million-Dollar-Diamond-06-21-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Million-Dollar-Diamond-06-21-2006.html Wed, 21 Jun 2006 07:54:00 EST The Crater of Diamonds park in Arkansas is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the first diamond find at the site. John Huddleston, a farmer who owned the property at the time, found the first stone. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Crater-Of-Diamond-Park-06-21-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Crater-Of-Diamond-Park-06-21-2006.html Wed, 21 Jun 2006 05:43:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/news_main.jpg An auction of some 800 personal items once belonging to Princess Margaret was held in London and brought in $18 million on the first night alone. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Princess-Margaret-Auction-06-20-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Princess-Margaret-Auction-06-20-2008.html Tue, 20 Jun 2006 10:16:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/news_margaret.jpg Damien Hirst`s latest work, a life-size, platinum cast skull encased in diamonds, could be the most expensive piece of art in the world. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Encrusted-Skull-05-22-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Encrusted-Skull-05-22-2006.html Mon, 22 May 2006 07:20:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/news_hurst.jpg The Antwerp Diamond Museum has had a $500,000 makeover and is once again open to the public. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Antwerp-Diamond-Museum-05-10-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Antwerp-Diamond-Museum-05-10-2006.html Wed, 10 May 2006 10:57:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/news_ant.jpg A diamond reported by Lazare Kaplan International as stolen 6 months ago has turned up in Antwerp`s International Gemological Institute. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/IGI-Lab-Stolen-Diamond-05-01-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/IGI-Lab-Stolen-Diamond-05-01-2006.html Mon, 01 May 2006 05:42:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/news_igi.jpg A 235-ct diamond was recovered from the Schmidtsdrift mine in South Africa. Diamonds of this size are an extremely rare find. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/South-African-235-carat-Diamond-04-24-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/South-African-235-carat-Diamond-04-24-2006.html Mon, 24 Apr 2006 09:19:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/news_south.jpg Bracelets dating to the 11th Century were found on an archeological dig in Ramle, Israel. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Israel-Dig-Success-04-20-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Israel-Dig-Success-04-20-2006.html Thu, 20 Apr 2006 04:57:00 EST http://www.jamesallen.com/_uploads/news/news_il.jpg The Diamond Stella Egg was unveiled at La Maison du Chocolat in London on Tuesday, April 11, 2006. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Covered-Chocolate-Egg-04-20-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Diamond-Covered-Chocolate-Egg-04-20-2006.html Thu, 20 Apr 2006 03:31:00 EST There are diamonds in Belarus, and prospectors are close to finding them for production. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Belarus-Diamond-Prospecting-04-19-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Belarus-Diamond-Prospecting-04-19-2006.html Wed, 19 Apr 2006 04:35:00 EST A sale including works of art and jewelry from the collection of Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowden will take place on June 13 and 14 in London. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Princess-Margaret-Collection-04-18-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Princess-Margaret-Collection-04-18-2006.html Tue, 18 Apr 2006 09:41:00 EST The largest diamond offered at the 13th international diamond auction for special-sized diamonds held in Moscow was 343.62-carats. http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Russian-Auction-For-Special-Diamonds-04-05-2008.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Russian-Auction-For-Special-Diamonds-04-05-2008.html Wed, 05 Apr 2006 08:46:00 EST Lucky and Honest Cabbie returns over $1 million in gems http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Cabbie-Year-Award-03-31-2006.html http://www.jamesallen.com/news/AroundTheWorld/Cabbie-Year-Award-03-31-2006.html Fri, 31 Mar 2006 03:26:00 EST