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Large rough diamond crystal with sharp edges and clear, translucent appearance, resting on a reflective surface.

Diamonds Do Very, Very Well Under Extreme Press...

American diplomat Henry Kissinger once joked that "a diamond is merely a lump of coal that did well under pressure." Now, scientists at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California...

Diamonds Do Very, Very Well Under Extreme Press...

American diplomat Henry Kissinger once joked that "a diamond is merely a lump of coal that did well under pressure." Now, scientists at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California...

NASA's Perseverance rover on the surface of Mars, equipped with cameras, scientific instruments, and wheels for exploration.

Mission to Mars: Opal May Provide Evidence of L...

On Thursday, the Perseverance rover completed its seven-month, 293 million-mile journey to Mars and landed safely in the Jezero crater, which contains fields of opaline silica, better known as opal....

Mission to Mars: Opal May Provide Evidence of L...

On Thursday, the Perseverance rover completed its seven-month, 293 million-mile journey to Mars and landed safely in the Jezero crater, which contains fields of opaline silica, better known as opal....

Close-up of a yellow diamond crystal with sharp edges, set against a dark, textured background of coal or charcoal, highlighting its unique shape and color.

Mining Giant Alrosa Names 100-Carat 'Natural Wo...

Mining giant Alrosa recently named a gem-quality, 100.53-carat light yellow diamond after "Sputnik V," the world's first registered vaccine against COVID-19. The vaccine, which is said to be more than...

Mining Giant Alrosa Names 100-Carat 'Natural Wo...

Mining giant Alrosa recently named a gem-quality, 100.53-carat light yellow diamond after "Sputnik V," the world's first registered vaccine against COVID-19. The vaccine, which is said to be more than...

Close-up of a woman's hand with a large emerald-cut diamond engagement ring, adorned with sparkling rhinestones on a beige fabric background, highlighting the diamond's clarity and elegance.

Grand Palais Provides Design Inspiration for Pa...

Paris Hilton may have finally found her Prince Charming. Venture capitalist Carter Reum proposed to the heiress/entrepreneur over Valentine weekend with an emerald-cut diamond engagement ring fit for royalty. The...

Grand Palais Provides Design Inspiration for Pa...

Paris Hilton may have finally found her Prince Charming. Venture capitalist Carter Reum proposed to the heiress/entrepreneur over Valentine weekend with an emerald-cut diamond engagement ring fit for royalty. The...

Close-up of a couple gazing at each other with their faces inches apart, sharing a romantic moment outdoors with soft sunlight and blurred background, capturing the essence of love and intimacy.

Music Friday: Justin Bieber Dances Under the Di...

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you new tunes with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Justin Bieber tells his wife, Hailey, that she...

Music Friday: Justin Bieber Dances Under the Di...

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you new tunes with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Justin Bieber tells his wife, Hailey, that she...

Large raw diamond with rough, faceted edges resting on a neutral surface, showing the unique texture and clarity of the natural gemstone before being cut and polished.

Mining Company Names 157-Carat Diamond 'Polaris...

The largest diamond ever recovered from the Gahcho Kué diamond mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories has been named "Polaris" to honor its Arctic origins. Polaris is the astrological name for...

Mining Company Names 157-Carat Diamond 'Polaris...

The largest diamond ever recovered from the Gahcho Kué diamond mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories has been named "Polaris" to honor its Arctic origins. Polaris is the astrological name for...