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Are Diamonds Bullshit?
Traditionally a proposal for marriage includes a diamond Engagement Ring, but have you ever thought about why? Huffington Post contributor, Rohin Dhar, shares an interesting perspective on diamonds....
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Warlord Charles Taylor –£2m bill to keep ‘blood diamond’ tyrant in British jail
The ex-Liberian dictator, 65, once one of Africas most vicious tyrants, is the first ex-head of state convicted by an international war crimes court since the Second World War. British taxpayers will...
View ArticleUS crushes 6 tons of ‘blood ivory’ in largely symbolic move
Crush of ivory trinkets shows Obama administration’s resolve in ending illegal trade but stops short of a complete ban on domestic ivory sales The Obama administration fed six tons (5.4 tonnes) of...
View ArticleDRC wants an end to blood diamonds
“We are aware that the more we improve infrastructure and energy issues, the more we get more investors coming in. So we’re sure that it’s no longer a problem, we are moving already towards addressing...
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Liberia among African nations trying to contain deadly Ebola virus
After reading that a second American aid worker has tested positive for the Ebola in Liberia, we can’t help but think of the friends we have made Liberia…haven’t they been through enough already? It...
View ArticleKimberley Process Wants Firm Action On Central Africa Republic Conflict...
We have always had our doubts about the ability of the Kimberley Process to eradicate or even track blood diamonds through their system. It is nice to see them stepping up their efforts amongst reports...
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NOW OPEN: MiaDonna® Man-Made Diamond Showroom (Portland, Oregon)
Each time you purchase an eco-friendly MiaDonna product, a portion of the proceeds goes straight into programs that help restore the lives and land in sub-Saharan Africa. That is why The Greener...
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3 Young People Get To See The Cambodian Factories Where Their Clothes Are...
The Greener Diamond foundation knows the impact consumer choice has on the market and how important it is for consumers to educate themselves on the products they purchase and the businesses they...
View ArticleHow Dodd-Frank Is Failing Congo
While The Greener Diamond is passionate about helping communities affected by the conflict diamond trade, we know however that there are many other conflict resources affecting the people in the...
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Rio Tinto walks away from India Bunder diamond project
(Image courtesy of Rio Tinto) This is a huge win for the environment and local wildlife in India as Rio Tinto walks away from India Bunder diamond project. After more than a decade of regulatory...
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