A Hong Kong court sentenced a former jewellery procurement manager to six years and eight months in prison for stealing HK$11 million in diamonds to fund gambling.
Chinese scientists have developed a new diamond material using multi-walled carbon nanotubes that is six times tougher than natural diamonds while maintaining its hardness, preventing it from shattering under sharp blows.
A former procurement manager at Tse Sui Luen Jewellery in Hong Kong pleaded guilty to stealing diamonds worth over HK$11 million from suppliers over six years to fund his gambling habit.
China, the world's largest producer of lab-grown diamonds, sees 65.3% export growth through Shanghai Diamond Exchange, driven by AI boom and industrial applications.
India moves closer to becoming a global rough diamond hub by introducing a 15-year income tax exemption for eligible foreign companies trading rough diamonds through Special Notified Zones under the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a decree ordering the establishment of a diamond cutting cluster in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) and the Smolensk Region, set to take effect on March 1, 2027.
Pakistan Olympic javelin champion Arshad Nadeem blamed cold Glasgow weather for his ninth-place finish at the Commonwealth Games, citing a stiff body that affected his run-up. He managed 77.41 metres and looks ahead to the Lausanne Diamond League.
India moves closer to becoming a global rough diamond trading hub after introducing a 15-year income tax exemption for eligible foreign companies operating through Special Notified Zones.
A study in Vertebrate Zoology identifies seven new diamond frog species in Madagascar, using genetic and anatomical analysis to reveal hidden biodiversity and aid conservation efforts.
India proposes extending tax exemptions until 2041 for foreign companies supplying machinery to contract manufacturers (benefiting Apple), storing electronic components, using data centers, and trading rough diamonds, aiming to boost exports and investment.
Ho Chi Minh City's jewellery quarter is unusually quiet as customers seek to sell diamonds they no longer trust. Police uncovered a fraud scheme where gems were re-engraved and re-certified to inflate their quality and price, leading to temporary shop closures and consumer concern.
The Australian netball team, the Diamonds, won a bronze medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, defeating England 65-80, less than 20 hours after a heartbreaking semifinal loss to Jamaica. Despite the disappointment, the team expressed pride and hope for netball's growth and potential inclusion in the Brisbane Olympics.
三圓建設的指標豪宅「Diamond Towers 台北之星」傳出以8折出售，內政部實價網揭露7月高樓層毛胚屋單價跌破每坪200萬元。相較去年8月同戶型價格，每坪折價逾1成，顯示建商為提振買氣而讓價，以應對財務危機和市場壓力。
Australia's netball team, the Diamonds, suffered a historic 46-45 loss to Jamaica in the Commonwealth Games semifinal, missing the gold medal match for the first time. The defeat, sealed by Sophie Dwyer's missed shot, highlighted team errors and controversial coaching decisions by Stacey Marinkovich.
Alison dos Santos (Piu) conquistou o título nos 400m com barreiras no Troféu Brasil, estabelecendo o melhor tempo mundial de 2026 (46s48), retomando a liderança global na modalidade.
Recent advancements in quantum dot qubits and diamond defect-based qubits demonstrate potential for scalable quantum computing, with IBM acquiring HRL Laboratories' technology and Saxon Q achieving high-fidelity qubits at room temperature.
Qatar introduces the Qatar Diamond Exchange (QDE), a regulated marketplace in Ras Bufontas Free Zone, aiming to diversify its economy by connecting Doha with global diamond trading networks, leveraging its Kimberley Process certification.
Australia secures medals in gymnastics, basketball, and boxing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with Jesse Moore winning bronze in men's all-around artistic gymnastics and the women's artistic gymnastics team claiming gold.
The European Union has added several Russian gold mining companies, including Nordgold Management and Yuzhuralzoloto, along with diamond exporter First Diamond Company, to its sanctions blacklist as part of a new package.
Two Indian tourists, Mangroliya Manojkumar Kurjibhai and Serasiya Milan Ramnikbhai, were arrested at Singapore's Changi Airport for stealing a $154,000 diamond from Dianochge Diamonds Jewelry. They swapped the 4.95-carat diamond with a counterfeit gem. Mangroliya was sentenced to over two years in jail.
Netball’s pay dispute has resurfaced ahead of the Commonwealth Games, with players facing contract uncertainty as Super Netball’s collective player agreement nears expiry. Agents say the short-term deal and delayed signing window are again putting athletes at a disadvantage.
Philips' new Sonicare DiamondClean 9900 Prestige smart toothbrush features third-gen AI for real-time brushing feedback via a glowing ring and a touchscreen mouth map, launching in Europe and the US this fall.
Russian diamond mining giant Alrosa reports early signs of a diamond market turnaround, citing rising prices for investment-grade stones, steady demand growth in key markets like the US, India, and China, and depleting inventories among Indian cutters.
Bei der Diamond League in London brach Emil Agyekum den 44 Jahre alten deutschen Rekord über 400 Meter Hürden mit 47,45 Sekunden. Malaika Mihambo gewann den Weitsprung mit einer Saisonbestleistung von 7,05 Metern, während Josh Kerr einen neuen Weltrekord über die Meile aufstellte.
