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Hunter Finds Arkansas Park’s Largest Diamond This Year — 5dJack Pearadin found a 6.03-carat yellow diamond, the largest at Crater of Diamonds this year, yelling "Holy crap, we got a big one!" on TikTok, and named it the American Dream.

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Sam Okafor Finding a 6-carat diamond in a state park is a nice reminder that luck can still hit regular folks.

United Jewel offers moissanite watches as affordable diamond alternative — 5dUnited Jewel is promoting lab-grown moissanite watches as a durable, more affordable alternative to diamond-set timepieces. Separately, designer Benoît Mintiens describes Ressence’s user-centered approach to watchmaking, while Cartier will showcase historic and contemporary shaped watches at a Geneva exhibition October 7–10.

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Derek Foss Cartier's exhibition might be worth a visit just to compare those older shaped cases with what they make now.

Pandora Opens $150 Million Vietnam Factory — 6dPandora has opened a $150 million factory in Vietnam, its first production site outside Thailand, aiming to increase manufacturing capacity by about 50% and diversify its supply chain as it pursues growth in Asia. The company sees opportunities in Japan and a possible China recovery, while expanding its focus on more affordable, lower-emissions lab-grown diamonds.

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Nicole Hardy Pandora expanding to Vietnam should help them meet demand in Asia and avoid putting all their eggs in Thailand.

Enduring Hits by Neil Diamond and Toni Braxton Draw Fresh Adaptations — Sep 9, 2026Iconic pop songs across decades—from Neil Diamond’s Cherry, Cherry and its personal origins, to Sixpence None the Richer’s Kiss Me as a late-90s staple, and Toni Braxton’s Un-Break My Heart, a multi-week chart-topper—continue to resonate, now aided by innovative reimaginings and multimedia tie-ins like Shania Twain’s You’re Still the One remix with Zedd for Candy Crush. These markers of enduring relevance show how classic hits persist through chart milestones, Grammy recognition, and fresh collaborations that bring them to new audiences.

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Roundabout and Alfie Still Reach New Listeners 50 Years Later — Sep 11, 2026Across decades, enduring songs connect moments to memories: Yes’s Roundabout from Fragile became a perennial gateway for new listeners, Cilla Black’s Alfie cross-pollinated UK and U.S. charts, and Celine Dion’s return performance highlighted the staying power of All by Myself despite health battles; Neil Diamond’s Sunday and Me marked a breakthrough in his songwriting with Jay and the Americans, while Five for Fighting’s John Ondrasik reflects on how Tuesday preserves the meaning of 9/11. These pieces illustrate how songs outlive their original moments, shaping cultural memory and personal narratives for generations to come.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Five enduring songs emerge from personal stories and social concerns — Sep 10, 2026From Elton John and Bernie Taupin’s Your Song, born of teenage lyric writing and a rapid studio turnaround, to Pink Floyd’s Shine On You Crazy Diamond, which fused archival wine-glass recordings into a timeless opening, these iconic tracks showcase bold experimentation and lasting cultural impact; Joni Mitchell’s Big Yellow Taxi warned of environmental loss with a bright folk sound, while Graham Nash’s Teach Your Children stressed social responsibility through generations; Supertramp’s Give a Little Bit, written in youth and shaped by love as a universal message, became a staple of charity-minded rock.

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Brewers Beat Phillies, Move Within One Win of 100Sports — Sep 22, 2026Five MLB betting previews cover Diamondbacks-Rockies, Mariners-Astros, Athletics-Angels, Cubs-Marlins and Dodgers-Padres, highlighting favored teams and key betting angles such as run lines and over/under trends based on numberFire projections. The reports emphasize the likely winners and betting markets for each matchup, reflecting a data-driven outlook across the slate.

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Diamondbacks Lose Ground in Wild-Card Race — Sep 16, 2026The Diamondbacks dropped a 4-2, 11-inning loss to the Marlins, leaving them about 2.5 games behind the NL wild-card and facing a tight finish with limited games remaining while highlighting wasteful offense and late-inning missteps. In response, Arizona is shaking up the rotation—reinstating Soroka and moving Gallen to the bullpen—amid injuries and continued reliance on Corbin Carroll as they battle for a postseason berth.

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Diamondbacks Claim Jesús Sánchez Off Waivers — Sep 11, 2026Arizona claimed Jesús Sánchez off waivers from the Blue Jays after Toronto designated him for assignment, leaving him ineligible for postseason play if the Diamondbacks reach the playoffs. Sánchez had a .260/.734 with 8 home runs in 99 games this season and was criticized for defensive lapses, with Toronto having acquired him in a trade for Joey Loperfido earlier in the year.

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Diamondbacks Designate Gurriel Jr. for Assignment — Sep 13, 2026Diamondbacks designated 2023 All-Star Lourdes Gurriel Jr. for assignment Sunday after a .210 season with .544 OPS; Arizona then lost 7-6 to Texas, two games back in the wild-card race.

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Jared Kim Gurriel's contract looks like a real mistake now with that kind of production after the injury.

Justin Martinez Throws Immaculate Inning for D-backs — Sep 12, 2026Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Justin Martinez struck out Wyatt Langford, Evan Carter and Jake Burger on nine pitches to notch an immaculate inning against the Texas Rangers, showcasing his elite velocity right after returning from Tommy John surgery. The performance was the fifth immaculate inning in Diamondbacks history and highlighted his continued impact as he settles back into peak form with fastballs around 102 mph.

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Priya Raman Fifth immaculate inning in D-backs history puts Martinez in good company. His fastball command is clearly rounding back into form.

Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Two-Headed Turtle Hatchling Found on Cape CodEnvironment — Sep 28, 2026A rare two-headed diamondback terrapin hatchling discovered at a protected site on Cape Cod is doing well in wildlife care, swimming and eating. The congenital condition, known as bicephaly, is uncommon, though the center has cared for three such terrapins in six years.

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Rangers Activate Jung, Eovaldi in 6-2 Win — Sep 12, 2026Texas Rangers activated Josh Jung from the injured list and Nathan Eovaldi from the 15-day IL as they push for a playoff run, with Jung sparking a 6-2 win over the Diamondbacks and Eovaldi working multi-inning relief after his elbow inflammation return. The team outlined Jung’s versatile role (DH or third base) and Eovaldi’s potential as an opener or long reliever as they navigate the stretch run.

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Nicole Hardy Eovaldi pitching multi innings in relief looks like a smart way to stretch their staff without overtaxing starters.

Nationals edge Angels 4-3 while stranding five runners in scoring position — Sep 10, 2026Washington edged Los Angeles 4-3 as the Angels squandered scoring chances, while Cubs infielder Dansby Swanson is on pace to return from a left oblique strain with rehab games and a potential activation in Cincinnati; the Arizona Diamondbacks outlasted the Kansas City Royals 5-4 in 10 innings to hold a half-game lead for the NL final playoff spot.

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Diamond of ‘Diamond and Silk’ Dies Unexpectedly at Age 51Reporting — Jan 10, 2023One of former President Donald Trump’s most vocal supporters has passed away. Lynette Hardaway’s death was announced in a social media post late Monday. Hardaway is better known as “Diamond” of “ Diamond & Silk ,” two…

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The Big FiveQuizie — QuizThe personality model scientists actually use — five traits, twenty questions, your real percentages, and an AI read of what your mix means.

Neil Diamond Modifies Lyrics of ‘Sweet Caroline’ for Coronavirus and Social DistancingReporting — Mar 22, 2020Singer Neil Diamond is joining a growing list of celebrities encouraging people to stay home and practice social distancing. In a tweet on Saturday night, Diamond released a fire-side video of him with his dog singing…

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Silk Says What Happened in Diamond’s Final Moments Is a Warning to America: ‘Something Ain’t Right’Reporting — Jan 22, 2023Two weeks ago, we heard the sad news that Lynette Hardaway, who was better known in conservative circles as Diamond in the popular pro-Trump duo “Diamond and Silk,” had died suddenly in her Raeford, North Carolina, home…

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Conservative Commentator Diamond’s Cause of Death Revealed: ReportReporting — Jan 24, 2023Lynette Hardaway, also known as conservative commentator “Diamond,” recently died and her cause of death has been revealed, according to a report. The Associate Press obtained Hardaway’s death certificate Monday and…

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Trump Announces Special Event to Celebrate Life of Lynette ‘Diamond’ HardawayOpinion — Jan 20, 2023It’s safe to say that former President Donald Trump has millions of fans. Still, any reasonable person would have to admit that Lynette Hardaway, a wonderful North Carolina woman also known as “Diamond” from the…

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AI Revolutionizes Diamond Grading, Making It Faster, Cheaper, And More Accurate‌ — Aug 27, 2024Sarine aims to dramatically cut costs and delays by locating its automated eGrading technology inside factories in a lease arrangement. SARINE. “> TEL AVIV-YAFO, Israel — Assessing the value of a diamond is a job…

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King Diamond Parts Ways; Welcomes Gus G — Jul 24, 2026Gus G. has joined King Diamond as the new guitarist, replacing Andy LaRocque after 40 years, and will contribute to composing, recording, and touring with the band while continuing his other projects. The announcement emphasizes mutual gratitude and respect for LaRocque’s legacy and confirms the lineup change as a new chapter for the band.

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Balew Sets Asian Record, Wins Diamond TitleSports — Sep 5, 2026Oct. 18 marks a string of sports milestones—from 1924 college football heroics and the Four Horsemen to historic franchise moves and Olympic world records in 1968. Contemporary highlights include Jax State's four-TD game, Lucca's Lucchese museum anniversary and Brunori's visit, Bahrain's Balew winning the Diamond League, and a retrospective on local Sept. 1-6 sports history from 2016 and 2006.

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Dos Santos Breaks World Record in Men's 400m Hurdles at Zurich Diamond League — Aug 27, 2026Brazil’s Alison dos Santos broke the men’s 400m hurdles world record with a 45.80-second run in Zurich, defeating Karsten Warholm and marking the first sub-46-second performance in the event. The feat was reported across multiple outlets, highlighting it as a historic Diamond League milestone and confirming his continuing dominance this season.

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Adhikari dares Banerjee contest Diamond Harbour — Jul 22, 2026West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari escalated the BJP–Trinamool standoff in the state assembly by daring Abhishek Banerjee to contest from Diamond Harbour in 2031 and slamming his 2031 “accounts to settle” remark, while also defending the assembly’s speaker-selection process amid internal opposition complaints. The exchanges underscore a deepening political rift as both parties trade barbs and focus on leadership and electoral strategy ahead of future polls.

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