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ICA: Gem ban could hurt Burmese miners, traders
New York—The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) is expressing concern that the recently approved U.S. import ban on gemstones from Myanmar may "cause collateral damage" that will...
August 25, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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U.S. Congress passes Burmese gem ban
Washington, D.C.—The U.S. Senate passed a bill late Tuesday to place a total embargo on the importation of gemstones from Myanmar, including gemstones that are mined there and subsequently pass...
July 23, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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JA applauds Burmese gem ban
New York—Jewelers of America (JA) commends the U.S. Congress for its passage this week of a bill banning Burmese gemstones, a measure JA has been advocating for some time.
July 24, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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J.C. Penney named 'Best Place to Work'
Plano, Texas—For the second consecutive year, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has given J.C. Penney a top rating on its Corporate Equality Index, which measures employers on their treatment of...
September 10, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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JA praises passage of store-improvement legislation
New York—Jewelers of America (JA) welcomes the two-year extension of the 15-year depreciation on store improvements recently signed into law by President Bush.
October 07, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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Birks and Mayors to launch Botswana Diamonds as brand
Montreal—Retail jeweler Birks and Mayors Inc. has locked up sole distributorship of Botswana Diamonds in North America, the company has announced.
June 10, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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FinCEN issues new guidance for jewelry dealers
New York—The U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued new guidance for the jewelry industry clarifying the risk assessment to be performed by dealers of precious metals,...
March 13, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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U.S.-Belgian treaty cuts double taxation
Washington, D.C.—A new treaty between the United States and Belgium designed to avoid double taxation is the first in a series of measures the Belgian government is taking to draw more foreign...
February 13, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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Retailers welcome economic-stimulus legislation
Washington, D.C.—The National Retail Federation (NRF) welcomed an agreement on economic-stimulus legislation reached yesterday between the Bush Administration and House leaders.
January 25, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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JVC goes 'green' with new compliance kit
New York—The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) is the latest industry organization to go "green," releasing an eco-friendly Green USA Patriot Act Compliance Kit, or Green Pack.
June 02, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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IDI, Liberia foster bilateral economic cooperation
Tel Aviv, Israel—Israel and the West African nation of Liberia have entered into an agreement that both countries hope will boost diamond business.
November 20, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
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Retail e-commerce rebounds in April
Reston, Va.—Retail e-commerce increased 15 percent in April compared with the same period last year, following an increase of just 9 percent in March, according to comScore Inc.
June 03, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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Survey: Small-business optimism shrinking
New York—Economic challenges and rising energy costs have small-business owners feeling less secure about their future, according to a semi-annual survey of business owners by American Express...
October 06, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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Virgin's Branson named Antwerp conference guest of honor
Antwerp, Belgium—British business magnate Sir Richard Branson will be the guest of honor at the 2008 Antwerp Diamond Conference.
September 03, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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Taylor trial resumes with blood-diamond testimony
The Hague, Netherlands—The war crimes trial of former Liberian President Charles Taylor resumed on Monday after a six-month break, reopening with graphic video testimony from alleged victims of...
January 08, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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Birks and Mayors reports second quarter 2008 results and announces acquisition of Canadian jeweler
For the 13-week period ended Sept. 29, Birks and Mayors Inc. reported net sales of $59.8 million—an increase of 9.2 percent compared with $54.8 million for the same period last year. Gross...
November 08, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
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ICA weighs in cautiously on Burmese gemstones
New York—The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) has issued a statement that condemns the violent repression of individuals, human rights and pro-democracy movements in Myanmar...
October 26, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
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All Wired Up Jewelry inspired by mayors wife to create pendant supporting breast cancer awareness
All Wired Up Jewelry is donating a portion of the proceeds from its Rose Pearl Infinity Pendant to the Florida Suncoast Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Foundation, according to PR.com. The pendant,...
March 26, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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Shenoa Diamonds supports government anti-money laundering program; among first jewelers to comply
Online discount jeweler Shenoa and Co. implemented an anti-money-laundering program that exceeds the requirements laid forth by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.
December 10, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
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Macau Fair set for February 2009
Hong Kong—The Macau International Jewelry and Watch Fair 2009 (MJS Macao) has been set for Feb. 28-March 3, falling between the Bangkok Gems and Jewellery Fair and the Hong Kong International...
September 02, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
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