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One of the biggest polished gems in history has been unearthed from a diamond mine in Lesotho, Southern Africa. The "nearly flawless" 478-carat white diamond will be worth many millions, none of which will presumably go to the miners who risked life and limb to get it. Still, knowing that it'll make the perfect ring for the next time Jennifer Lopez gets engaged is no doubt reward enough. [Independent]