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Mayor Zohran Mamdani Calls on King Charles to Return Diamond to India

Mayor Zohran Mamdani Calls on King Charles to Return Diamond to India

Published by José Betancourt

During the much-ballyhooed visit of King Charles and Queen Camilla to New York City on Wednesday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani called on the King to use his power to return the Koh-i-Noor Diamond to India. As reported by Reuters, at a press conference before a ceremony to commemorate the victims of ​the September 11 attack, Mamdani said, “If I were to ‌speak to the king separately from that, I would probably encourage him to return the Koh-i-Noor Diamond.” The two leaders did in fact meet later at the ceremony itself, but Buckingham Palace declined to comment and Mamdani’s office did not respond to a request for comment about what was discussed. Related Articles In 1850, the Koh-i-Noor Diamond was given to Queen Victoria after Britain’s colonial governor-general arranged for the exchange of a treasure that had belonged to a deposed Indian leader. The diamond has since come to be seen as a symbol of colonial ⁠British ​rule by many Indians. A story about Mamdani’s comment in the New York Times noted “The Koh-i-Noor, which means ‘mountain …

Thaddaeus Ropac Takes on Martha Diamond Estate

Thaddaeus Ropac Takes on Martha Diamond Estate

Published by Jenni Sidey

Thaddaeus Ropac has taken on the estate of Martha Diamond, the New York painter whose cityscapes are admired by artists yet largely under-recognized on the market. The gallery will represent the estate in collaboration with David Kordansky, with a first European museum survey set to open at the Sara Hildén Museum in Tampere, Finland, in September 2026. Diamond, who died in 2023 at 79, spent more than six decades developing a body of work that translated the architecture of Manhattan into a distinct visual language. Her canvases, often built from repeated, vertical lines, hover between abstraction and figuration, capturing not the literal skyline so much as its essence. Related Articles Ropac, the eponymous dealer, said his interest in the artist grew gradually, prompted first by the enthusiasm of artists he trusted. “I really learned always to listen to your artists when they point out an artist for you,” he said, recalling early conversations with Alex Katz, who spoke “very strongly, very highly” of Diamond’s work. David Salle, who has followed Diamond’s work for decades, described …

Want a reasonably priced diamond ring this Valentine’s? Head to Dave & Busters

Want a reasonably priced diamond ring this Valentine’s? Head to Dave & Busters

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Dave & Buster’s is putting a whole new spin on “sweeping someone off their feet” this Valentine’s Day by hiding five diamond engagement rings worth $15,000 each inside its popular Human Crane games at select locations across the country. The promotion runs only on February 14, when five 3-carat diamond rings designed by Platinum Days will be placed in the Human Crane prize pit at Dave & Buster’s locations in Times Square, West Nyack, New York, and in Hollywood, Carlsbad, and Folsom, California. The Human Crane is a life-sized arcade experience where players strap into a harness and are lowered into a pit filled with oversized prizes, attempting to grab items just like a traditional claw machine. The attraction typically costs around $20 per …

Gloo named Diamond Sponsor of NRB 2026 International Christian Media Convention

Gloo named Diamond Sponsor of NRB 2026 International Christian Media Convention

Published by Sam Flores

Gloo brings new research, AI-powered technology, and audience reach capabilities to Christian broadcasters at NRB 2026 BOULDER, Colo. — Gloo (Nasdaq: GLOO), the AI-Powered technology platform for the faith and flourishing ecosystem, today announced it will serve as the Diamond Sponsor for the NRB 2026 International Christian Media Convention, taking place February 17-20, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. One of the largest and longest-running gatherings of Christian media professionals, content creators, and faith-aligned organizations worldwide, NRB convenes leaders shaping the future of faith media. Gloo’s diamond sponsorship reflects its mission to shape technology as a force for good — equipping Christian media with trusted AI-powered tools to reach wider audiences and scale their impact. Barna will unveil new research on AI adoption and trust, and executives from Masterworks, Servant, and Midwestern will lead NRB’s AI track, sharing practical strategies and real-world applications. “Christian broadcasters are uniquely positioned to help people flourish and communities thrive, and trusted AI can help unlock the collective might needed to meet this moment,” said Scott Beck, co-founder and CEO of Gloo. “We’re …

Halle Berry’s dramatic diamond ring is so unique as star announces engagement to Van Hunt

Halle Berry’s dramatic diamond ring is so unique as star announces engagement to Van Hunt

Published by Daniella Wilson

Halle Berry flaunted a dazzling diamond ring as she announced her engagement to her longtime partner Van Hunt on February 5. The actress revealed the exciting news during an interview on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. “Well, there’s some confusion that he asked to marry me and I said no,” she shared. “No, that’s not the case. I did not say no. We just don’t have a date. But of course I said I would marry him! He did put a little ring on it.” With its square-cut design, checkered accents, and central diamond, Halle’s ring makes a striking statement atop a large gold band. © The Tonight ShowHalle’s engagement ring The announcement comes after Halle opened up to The Cut earlier this week about her thoughts on a pending nuptials. “I haven’t said ‘yes.’ I don’t think we need to be married to have a meaningful relationship. I don’t know if we will ever get married,” she shared. However, Halle said that “health reasons” and making medical decisions for one another are exceptions to …

Author Mark Billingham awarded Diamond Dagger for ‘sustained excellence’ in crime writing

Author Mark Billingham awarded Diamond Dagger for ‘sustained excellence’ in crime writing

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Crime author Mark Billingham has been honoured with the prestigious Crime Writers’ Association (CWA) Diamond Dagger, recognising his significant contribution to the genre. The 64-year-old, celebrated for his “sustained excellence” across a prolific career, is best known for his 19-novel Tom Thorne series, which began with his 2001 debut, Sleepyhead. Expressing his delight upon receiving the accolade, Billingham remarked: “Presuming this is not an administrative error, I could not be more thrilled or honoured. To be added to a list that features most of my literary heroes is fantastic. That so many are also friends is the icing on the cake and, for me, a mark of how very special the crime-writing community is.” His popular Tom Thorne novels were adapted for television by Sky One, with David Morrissey starring as the titular detective in the Thorne series, which first aired …

Meal Diamond Super Bowl Commercial for Hellmann’s Stars Andy Samberg

Meal Diamond Super Bowl Commercial for Hellmann’s Stars Andy Samberg

Published by Daniella Wilson

To say football is a big deal in the Fanning household might be an understatement. As Elle Fanning (A Complete Unknown, Predator: Badlands) recalls, her grandfather, Rick Arrington, was a quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles back in the 1970s. So when the new year rolled around, the Super Bowl would be on TV. Now Fanning will make her Super Bowl debut, starring alongside Andy Samberg in a commercial for Hellmann’s Mayonnaise. “It’s something that, for me, is really like uniting with my family,” Fanning tells The Hollywood Reporter in an interview. “It’s something that we’ve always done together and love to talk about, and it really brings us all together in that way. It’s just something that is very special to get to be a part of, and have my face up there this year.” As with last year’s Hellmann’s Super Bowl spot, the 2026 ad takes place in a deli. But while last year’s spot leaned on the nostalgia of When Harry Met Sally, this year’s ad leans on absurdity, with Samberg channeling his …

De Beers Cuts Diamond Prices, Botswana Warns Of Prolonged Slump

De Beers Cuts Diamond Prices, Botswana Warns Of Prolonged Slump

Published by Jenni Sidey

De Beers, the world’s largest diamond mining company, has warned of a prolonged downturn in the gem industry after cutting prices for the first time since 2024. Botswana is the epicenter of De Beers’ diamond production, and declining output alongside falling prices is set to put significant pressure on the southern African nation’s finances. On Monday, Bloomberg News reported that De Beers cut its diamond prices for the first time in over a year, abandoning efforts to prop up the market amid faltering demand. A combination of soft Chinese luxury spending, expanding market share for lab-grown stones, and added pressure from US tariffs on India has pressured the world’s largest diamond exporter. The Diamond Standard Index, a benchmark price measure for investment-grade natural diamonds, has fallen by more than half since peaking in early 2022. The index is now at a record low, with data going back to 2002. As for Botswana, the Finance Ministry warned that diamond income could fall to 10.3 billion pula ($744 million) in FY2025-26, less than half the historical average …

H. Samuel is handing out free diamond rings — here’s how to claim yours

H. Samuel is handing out free diamond rings — here’s how to claim yours

Published by Sam Flores

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. But you know what else is a girl’s best friend? Free things. For a limited time, the high-street jeweller is giving customers a free lab-grown diamond ring worth up to £750 when they spend a certain amount on selected diamond jewellery. So it’s basically a buy one heirloom, get another free deal. Who doesn’t love the sound of that? Here’s how it works: spend £500 or more on selected natural or lab-grown diamond jewellery, and you’ll receive a complimentary 0.5 carat lab-grown diamond ring, valued at £500. Spend £750 or more, and that free ring gets upgraded to a 1-carat lab-grown diamond ring, worth £750. In both cases, customers can choose their ring size, with the gifted ring arriving in a sleek silver setting. How are lab-grown diamonds made? Also known as man-made or cultured diamonds, lab-grown diamonds are literal carbon copies of the gems found in the earth, except that they take less than a month to develop in a controlled environment. Scientists take tiny diamond ‘seeds’ and …