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It seems nearly impossible to watch TV or open a newspaper without seeing something about man-made diamonds. For hundreds of years science has tried to create a perfect synthetic diamond. Finally, 21st-century technology has made that prospect a reality. There are many reasons to purchase synthetic diamonds instead of the mined variety. The prices charged for mined diamonds are, in the very best verbiage, an illusion. To put it more bluntly, Cecil Adams, in his award-winning newspaper column "The Straight Dope" says: "Diamonds are a con, pure and simple." Diamond prices are largely controlled by the DeBeers diamond cartel, and they are not a fair reflection of diamond scarcity. Additionally,...

The anti-business president's pro-business recovery This White House has "vilified industries," complains the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. America is burdened with "an anti-business president," moans the Weekly Standard. Business - United States - Storage - Hardware - President A Brief History of the Big 4 Public Accounting FirmsEntering a Big 4 Firm is a lot like entering a secret society or fraternity.  There are traditions and secrets that are shared by the members and passed down to new recruits.  This feeling of comradery and heritage is one of the most special parts of working for a Big 4 firm and what separates the experience from working for a regional or local firm. 

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There's always been a lively market for collectibles in this country, including watches and, most especially, antique pocket watches. Sometimes called "vintage" (to describe it as something different from antique), whole industries are devoted to the buying and selling of these fine timekeeping pieces. Understanding vintage Hamilton pocket watches, as part of a watch collecting hobby or even business, can be a worthy effort to undertake. These pieces, at least in the United States, were often known as "railroad watches" and some models from a couple of different American watch making companies can go for a nice sum of money, especially those made in the 1890s, when the need for an...

If you are planning to buy a hunting knife, make sure that you have a clear idea about your preferences as a hunter. You do not want to buy a knife that will just end up in your drawer later on. At this point, think about what type of hunting do you want and ask yourself if you prefer a small game or a big one. You may also think about how often you hunt. Do you want to carry a hunting knife with you all the time or just when you need it? After you define your goals and preferences, do some research about the kinds of hunting knives. Basically, hunting knives fall into two types: fixed blade and the folding blade. The fixed blade has a permanent open position without movable parts...

WORLD at 0400 GMT NEW THIS DIGEST:US-GULF OIL SPILL. BP begins attempt to cut off gusher by pumping mud.US-WORKPLACE SHOOTING. 'Cold as ice' US beer driver kills 8, self.EMIRATES-BLACKBERRY. Saudi Arabia orders BlackBerry ban starting Friday.IRAQ. Car bomb kills 15 in Shiite city south of Baghdad.IRAQ-MOVING OUT.... A Look at the Items That are Part of Blackhawk Military GearOn a very competitive market, Blackhawk military gear is known as using some of the most advanced technologies in terms of equipment supplies for the army operations. From imported leather to carbon fiber and special hardware, Blackhawk military gear is includes almost any type of material necessary to a highly professional...