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In this film still from "Breakfast at Tiffany's," Audrey Hepburn wears dark sunglasses and a diamond necklace as she looks at diamonds in a store's window display.

A brief history of diamond desirability

A brief history of diamond desirability

They're the epitome of romance, glamour and status — but also have a dark side. A look at the many meanings of diamonds.Lifestyle09/13/2024September 13, 2024
Andy Warhol (left) and Tina Turner in 1981, sharing a slice of watermelon. Andy is looking into the camera, Tina is smiling.

How Andy Warhol revolutionized the art world

How Andy Warhol revolutionized the art world

Andy Warhol would have turned 95 on August 6. His genre-defining artwork remains as popular and iconic as ever.Arts08/06/2023August 6, 202311 images
Whitney Houston stands on stage and sings into a microphone

'DIVA' exhibition celebrates extraordinary women

'DIVA' exhibition celebrates extraordinary women

A new Victoria and Albert Museum exhibition celebrates iconic female performers who have defined popular culture. Culture06/26/2023June 26, 20239 images
Film still from "Blonde," Ana de Armas sits in front of a mirror and laughs.

Monroe is more than a sex symbol in new film

Monroe is more than a sex symbol in new film

A new film shows how Marilyn Monroe was ahead of her time politically. "Blonde" premieres on Netflix on September 28.Culture09/27/2022September 27, 2022
Marilyn Monroe wearing a collar necklace.

'Happy birthday, Mr. President'

'Happy birthday, Mr. President'

Marilyn Monroe's serenade for US President John F. Kennedy was legendary. But it's not the only famous birthday song.Music05/19/2022May 19, 2022
Andy Warhol's "Shot Sage Blue Marilyn", a painting of Marilyn Monroe, is pictured on display at Christie's Auction House

Warhol's Marilyn Monroe portrait fetches record $195 million

Warhol's Marilyn Monroe portrait fetches record $195 million

Pre-sales estimates for "Shot Sage Blue Marilyn" had gone as high as $200 million.Arts05/10/2022May 10, 2022Show moreAll content (24) on this topicAdvertisement

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