Policies & IssuesNov 18, 2021
KP Plenary Again Ends With No Movement on ‘Conflict’ DefinitionBotswana will take over as chair of the Kimberley Process in 2022, with Zimbabwe serving as vice chair.
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Policies & IssuesNov 09, 2021
Marange Diamond Protests: What the Industry Should KnowA company called Anjin is mining in Zimbabwe again, stirring up protests among area residents that resulted in 29 arrests.
MajorsOct 06, 2021
‘Pandora Papers’ Contain a Few Names Familiar to the Industry The papers involve millions of documents leaked to a consortium of journalists that shed light on the complex world of offshore banking.
Events & AwardsOct 05, 2021
Webinar To Cover What’s Changed About ‘Made in the USA’ The Federal Trade Commission recently changed its guidelines on U.S. origin claims to a rule. Here’s what you need to know.
Policies & IssuesSep 30, 2021
Brad Brooks-Rubin Joins RJC as North American LeadHe was the former special advisor for conflict diamonds at the U.S. State Department.
Policies & IssuesMay 25, 2021
Oxford Decides Not to Remove Cecil Rhodes Statue Instead, Oriel College said it will enact initiatives to contextualize its relationship with the De Beers founder and British imperialist.
Policies & IssuesApr 22, 2021
US Government Sanctions Burmese State-Owned Pearl Co. Myanmar Pearl Enterprise handles oyster fishing and breeding, as well as the culturing, harvesting, and selling of pearls.
Policies & IssuesApr 09, 2021
In Strongest Move Yet, US Imposes Sanctions on Key Burmese Gemstone Entity Myanma Gems Enterprise runs the country’s gem emporiums and is responsible for permits, licenses, and marketing jade and other gemstones.
Policies & IssuesApr 08, 2021
US Treasury Department Sanctions 2 More Myanmar Companies The holding companies are linked to the military and are involved in mining.
Policies & IssuesMar 30, 2021
Report Ties Chicago Jeweler to Hospital Vaccine Controversy The city’s Loretto Hospital is under fire for allegedly vaccinating ineligible people at several locations, including a jewelry store.
Policies & IssuesMar 30, 2021
Congress Approves Paycheck Protection Program ExtensionLingering technical and administrative issues have had some business organizations calling for more time to apply.
Policies & IssuesMar 03, 2021
Here’s What’s New With the Paycheck Protection ProgramPresident Joe Biden revised PPP to prioritize small business owners who may have missed out on previous rounds.
MajorsFeb 26, 2021
Signet Raises Minimum Wage to $15 Per Hour for US EmployeesThe company expects the wage increase to go into effect by spring 2022.
SourcingFeb 16, 2021
White House Imposes Sanctions on 3 Burmese Gem Companies The government says they are wholly owned subsidiaries of a conglomerate owned or controlled by the Burmese military, which was behind the recent coup.
EditorsJan 21, 2021
Everything You Need to Know About Jewelry at the InaugurationThe vice president’s pearls, J. Lo’s ode to France, and more.
Policies & IssuesDec 15, 2020
Bipartisan Lawmakers Propose $908B COVID Relief BillThe two-part bill would give $300 billion to the Paycheck Protection Program but does not include stimulus checks.
SourcingNov 12, 2020
ASM and the COVID-19 ImpactThe pandemic slowed activity for a majority of the market and left the most vulnerable sectors of the colored stone supply chain in a dire situation.
Policies & IssuesNov 10, 2020
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Why They MatterThe issues of racial injustice and inequity have risen to the fore this year, making “DEI” an acronym every company should learn.
Events & AwardsNov 06, 2020
JVC Co-Hosting Webinar on How Not To Get Sued The Jewelers Vigilance Committee and Greenwald Doherty will talk about safety issues related to COVID-19, the legalities of layoffs and more.
Policies & IssuesNov 03, 2020
10 Safety Tips for Jewelers Ahead of Election DayAs a highly contentious election season comes to a head, Berkley Asset Protection shares tips for securing jewelry stores in the event of civil unrest.
Policies & IssuesOct 09, 2020
Retailers Need a COVID-19 Stimulus Package Now, Says NRFThe National Retail Federation is urging the White House and Congress to reach a deal on a stimulus package as retailers and families struggle to make ends meet.
Policies & IssuesOct 01, 2020
Pebble CEO Resigns as Long Fight Over Alaska Gold Mine ContinuesTom Collier stepped down as CEO of Pebble Limited Partnership over remarks he made about the state’s top politicians in secretly recorded tapes.
ColumnistsSep 22, 2020
Creative Connecting: Social Media Ethics in a Highly Charged WorldDuvall O’Steen and Jen Cullen Williams share advice on navigating politics, negative reviews and online trolling in these difficult and volatile times.
Policies & IssuesAug 28, 2020
Goods Originating in Hong Kong Must Now Be Labeled ‘China’ The requirement that products made in Hong Kong be marked with China as their country of origin will be enforced beginning Sept. 25.
SurveysAug 18, 2020
July Retail Sales Up, Growth SlowsEconomists are wary of how retail will fare in August as the $600 unemployment boost expires and coronavirus cases rise.
