A man in Commerce City, Colorado, survived a shooting with only a puncture wound thanks to his silver-colored necklace, which blunted the force of a .22 caliber bullet. The suspect has been arrested and faces attempted homicide charges.
A Colorado man survived a gunshot to the neck thanks to a thick chain necklace that stopped a .22 caliber bullet, leaving him with only a minor puncture wound. The incident occurred after an argument, and the gunman was arrested and charged with attempted murder. Police described the event as "just incredible" and noted the necklace likely saved the man's life.
A man's life was saved in Commerce City, Colorado, when a metal necklace he was wearing blocked a .22 caliber bullet during an argument-turned-shooting. The necklace prevented the bullet from piercing his neck, leaving only a minor puncture wound. The suspect was arrested and faces attempted homicide charges.
Mariska Hargitay made a unique request at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards, asking photographers to zoom in on her gold necklace that paid homage to honoree Brooke Shields. The Law & Order: SVU actress commanded the moment, with fans going wild over her gesture. She paired the necklace with a stunning black gown and finished off her look with sheer sunglasses. The necklace held significance as Brooke had previously guest-starred on the show.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized a box of giraffe feces from a woman returning from Kenya who intended to make a necklace with the dung, similar to her previous creations with moose feces. The agency destroyed the smuggled feces, sparking questions about the government's suppression of alternative art. The woman's vision for the necklace included a brown-and-white shell, possibly from a giant African land snail. The process of turning feces into jewelry involves dehydration and a "dip station with secret ingredients." However, hope remains as a moose has been spotted in Iowa, potentially providing the artist with a new source of material.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection confiscated and destroyed a box of giraffe feces that a woman had brought back from Kenya with the intention of making necklaces. The woman had declared the feces but will not face charges as she readily abandoned it. Bringing animal feces into the U.S. requires a permit, and there is a risk of disease transmission. CBP agriculture specialists ensure the prevention of non-native pests, diseases, and contaminants entering the country.
Kate Middleton wore a £1,070 gold necklace engraved with the initials 'G C L' for her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, during a visit to a prison in Surrey. The necklace, a Personalised Gold Midnight Moon Necklace, symbolizes the rhythm of time and represents immortality, eternity, and enlightenment. This is not the first time Kate has worn a personalized necklace, as she previously wore one with Prince George's name and a heart-shaped charm with the letter 'W' for her husband William. Her sister-in-law, Meghan Markle, has also been seen wearing a dainty initial necklace as a nod to her son Archie. During her prison visit, Kate was searched by a drug detection dog and met with serving prisoners receiving addiction support.
Jess Smith, an artist from Pennsylvania, purchased a unique necklace resembling a Tide Pod for $2 at a thrift store. After researching the piece, she discovered it was an art piece created by Pittsburgh artist Aaronel deRoy Gruber and valued at over $3,000. Smith reached out to the Irving and Aaronel deRoy Gruber Foundation, who confirmed its authenticity and offered her options to keep or sell the necklace. She decided to loan it to a gallery for a year to be appreciated by others before considering its future. Smith documented her find on TikTok, where it gained attention for its resemblance to a Tide Pod.
Jennifer Lopez pays tribute to her husband Ben Affleck by wearing a necklace spelling out his name in a recent Instagram post. The photo, captioned "This Is...August (so far)," showcases Lopez's activities during the month, including vacation pictures and behind-the-scenes shots. The couple recently celebrated Affleck's 51st birthday, and Lopez previously wore the 'BEN' necklace in 2021 after rekindling their romance.
The auction of Princess Diana's "Swan Lake Suite" jewelry set, which includes a necklace and earrings, has been called off after it was privately sold to a prominent museum. The necklace, which Diana wore to a performance of the ballet Swan Lake in 1997, features 178 diamonds and five South Sea pearls. The set was designed by Diana in collaboration with the royal family's crown jewelry David Thomas and was intended to be a gift from her then-boyfriend, Dodi Fayed. The set has been sold multiple times, with a portion of the proceeds going to charity.
Taylor Swift was spotted in New York City for the first time since news of her breakup with Joe Alwyn emerged. Fans are speculating about her necklace choice, with some believing it to be the "J" necklace she sings about in her song "Call It What You Want," leading them to believe that the couple may still be together. Swift was seen leaving an Italian restaurant with frequent collaborator Jack Antonoff and his fiancée, actress Margaret Qualley. Fans are also dissecting her outfit, with some wondering if the butterfly detail on her jeans is a clue about her next re-recorded album.