The royal diamonds on show at Buckingham Palace Diamond, the hardest natural material known, carries associations of endurance and longevity. These qualities, allied to the purity, magnificence and value of the stones, have for centuries led rulers to deploy diamonds in regalia, jewellery and precious objects. London’s Buckingham Palace celebrates Queen Elizabeth II’s diamond jubilee … Read more
Out of public eye, Arab women power haute couture The trend may surprise given that many Arab women, particularly in the Gulf region, are traditionally kept under wraps. But their social calendar, which usually consists of 15-20 weddings a year and private parties every month, creates much bigger demand for couture than the occasional charity … Read more
Greece issues are reviving the sale of famous Greek islands. One of the sellers is Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, who has shown willingness to buy two islands in the Ionian Sea, including the island of Scorpios, owned by Aristotle Onassis. Scorpios Island, the island where took place the wedding … Read more