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One of Asia's leading jewelry firms is hoping gold and diamonds will remain a girl's best friend, even in a recession, as the manufacturer and wholesaler launches its own deluxe retail brands.

Artist of the Unexpected (Manila Bulletin)

Each dress is a story to be told. A tale, lost and discovered, in unconventional couture that is both graphic and organic, young designer Garimon Roferos unfolds the story of his life and work in the language of clothes, worded in dream-like thoughts and ideas.

Classic Style Trumps Trends for a Wedding You'll Still Love in 20 Years (Carteret County News-Times)

(ARA) - Wedding album, videos and a carefully preserved gown -- your wedding mementoes are meant to be precious reminders of your special day.

Goddess of Mischief (New York Times)

A lively, harrowing biography of the glamorous Idina Sackville, celebrated and reviled as a ringleader of the British colonial scene in 1920s Africa.

Briefing: Indian Ocean as new strategic playing field (The Christian Science Monitor)

Emerging economic superpowers China and India may compete here. What should be the US role?

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