The Queen of Holland The Queen of Holland Nothing is known of the early history of this diamond. What is known, however, is that it made its appearance in Amsteradam, a renowned diamond cutting centre, in 1904 and was named after Holland’s Queen Wilhelmina. It weighs 135.92 carats and its exceptional... [Read More]

A diamond is displayed at the certification level of the World Diamond Centre in Antwerp. The world’s largest diamonds They are easily the world’s most beautiful, and most envied, gemstones. They are used to express romance, flaunt one’s status and even as insurance against bad times.... [Read More]

Indian stocks have emerged as the best performers among those in the emerging and the developed markets across the globe so far this year, giving investors the highest return of nearly 60 per cent. According to an analysis by MSCI Barra Indices, a measure of returns from various stock markets across... [Read More]

A US-based Hindu advocacy group has asked American fast food chain Burger King to immediately remove an advertisement campaign featuring goddess Lakshmi, which it says is “offensive” to the people of the faith. Washington-based Hindu American Foundation said Burger King is running a print... [Read More]

Even as world leaders deliberated on global issues in Italy, Pope Benedict XVI hosted their wives on Wednesday. The Pope received the group following his weekly general audience in Vatican City. The group comprised of Gursharan Kaur, wife of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Sarah Brown, the wife of British... [Read More]

Megan Fox has topped US FHM”s 100 Sexiest Women In The World 2009 poll for the second successive year. The Transformers beauty, who came second to Cheryl Cole in the British version, has become the second woman to retain her crown following Jennifer Lopez’s twin win in 2001 and 2002. Meanwhile,... [Read More]

Angelina Jolie has been named Hollywood’s top earning actress by Forbes magazine after she raked in $ 27 million last year. Jolie earned most of the money from her share of the profits from her action film Wanted but she was also paid a large upfront sum for her role in Salt. Jolie’s partner... [Read More]

Good Bye, Michael Jackson Michael Jackson’s body arrived at the Staples Centre after a private ceremony on Monday. The hearse carrying the body of Michael Jackson arrived at the Staples Centre from the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, where the pop legend’s family held a private memorial service. The... [Read More]

The Americans still haven’t made the great 9/11 film. According to most American filmmakers, the imagery of planes crashing into the WTC is still too recent and too fresh for this generation of filmgoers, and America needs time to heal before it can properly confront that devastating tragedy on... [Read More]

The family of Michael Jackson is considering a traditional Muslim burial for the pop icon who had converted to Islam months prior to his death, says a new report. X 17 online, a celebrity website reported quoting sources close to the family that Jackson’s new found will states that he will be buried... [Read More]

Suffering from debilitating insomnia in the months leading up to his shocking death last week, pop icon Michael Jackson [Images] was ‘adamant’ about receiving a powerful intravenous sleep aid called Diprivan, also known as Propofol, according to interviews with Jackson’s former nurse... [Read More]

Dethroned Twenty20 World champions India are placed alongside South Africa and a qualifier team in Group C for the next year’s third edition of the tournament to be played in the West Indies. Holders Pakistan are in the Group A, where they will have to ward off the challenges from Bangladesh... [Read More]

The U.S. pointman for sanctions on North Korea begins talks in Malaysia on Sunday, possibly on links banks have to the North’s finances, while a report said Pyongyang may have shot mid-range missiles in a series fired on Saturday. North Korea launched seven ballistic missiles, South Korea’s... [Read More]

Legendary playwright William Shakespeare-known for his plays like ‘Romeo and Juliet’, ‘Hamlet’, etc.-has officially been named Britain’s greatest national treasure in a new poll. The poll was sponsored by ice-cream makers Mivvi. Buckingham Palace grabbed the second spot,... [Read More]

Of algae wraps and choco pedicures Blame it on the bad roads or a boss from hell, but Mumbai’s latest lifestyle fad hardly needs an excuse to flourish. From Ghatkopar to Kemps Corner, Malad to Breach Candy, everyone’s talking about skin polishing and algae wraps, hot stone therapy and chocolate... [Read More]

worlds-first-solar-planeBertrand Picard, a Swiss adventurer is all set to unveil a prototype of a solar-powered plane he hopes eventually to fly around the world. According to a report by BBC News, the initial version of the solar plane, spanning 61 metres but weighing just 1,500 kg, will undergo trials... [Read More]

The family of Michael Jackson is planning to bury the late ‘King of Pop’ at his fantasy themed abode, Neverland, on Wednesday. The family had earlier held a meeting to plan the pop icon’s last rites and they want to bury Jackson at the California ranch, a family member told British... [Read More]

Second seed Roger Federer continued to scythe through the men’s draw with a 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 fourth-round victory over Sweden’s Robin Soderling on Monday. Federer beat Soderling in the French Open final earlier this month and the Swede had been expected to give the five-time champion his... [Read More]

Ten years down the line in a marriage, most couples find it hard to keep their relationships steady, but that’s not the case with soccer ace David Beckham and his wife Victoria. The couple will celebrate 10 years of wedded bliss on July 4 and their love seems to be growing stronger every year. Now,... [Read More]

Aussie actress Cate Blanchett has been deemed as a better choice to have a Barbie doll fashioned on than Nicole Kidman. Robert Best, who is the US Barbie Collectibles principal designer, and the creative director of the doll ranges, is keen to turn both actresses into dolls. But he sees Blanchett, 40,... [Read More]

The Antipodean islands have long been regarded as one of the best places to live. New Zealand has always been near the top of the Global Peace Index. The 2009 Global Peace Index ranks New Zealand as the safest country to live in. The survey gives New Zealand a very low score on the likelihood of violence... [Read More]

HP India recently launched six new exciting laptop models. Priced between Rs 22,990 and Rs 50,990, these laptops not only boast of superior technology but also a combination of chic design and performance. Those interested to own one of these slim beauties needs to visit HP stores and multi-brand outlets. HP... [Read More]

Peace is under threat across the world. Faced with a high probability of terror attacks, human rights issues and internal strife, India finds itself in infamous company in the Global Peace Index. India ranks 122nd among 144 countries. While the survey gave an encouraging 9.58 out of 10 to India for its... [Read More]

According to well-informed Pakistani police sources, the US and Pakistani armed forces, intelligence agencies and special forces have launched a co-ordinated hunt for Baitullah Mehsud, the amir of the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, in South Waziristan in the Federally-Administered Tribal Areas bordering... [Read More]