pearls

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Work on Meta Platforms’ 2Africa Pearls project—a massive effort to expand internet service across Africa, Europe, and Asia—was halted in early March.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

Pearls dangle at the ends of her pendant earrings, and three separate necklaces—studded, we think, with emeralds—draw the eye to her creamy neck.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Pearls convey “a sense of dignity for the executive role, and give their wearer an elegant sense of glamor that never comes off as too showy,” Grant said.

From Slate • Sep. 21, 2024

To find out how it all came together, here's a history of Diamonds and Pearls featuring new and archive interviews from the people who were there.

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2023

Pearls are bone marrow; pearls come from oysters.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston