Franklin Mint Prevails Over Princess Diana Fund. Princess [of Wales] Diana [Spencer] did not effectively protect the exploitation of her likeness in the U.S. during her lifetime, and her successor in interest, the Princess Diana Fund, failed in the lower court level against the Franklin Mint, which had been making Diana merchandise pretty much from the day of her wedding to Charles [Windsor, Prince of Wales]. This Ninth Circuit decision affirms the lower court, and includes an interesting discussion of the post-mortem right of publicity in California, trademark fair use, and the awarding of attorneys fees. [The Trademark Blog]

Looking Over a Shoulder at War's Deprivation. Even if you have never heard of James Nachtwey, the photojournalist who is the subject of this quiet, engrossing documentary, it is likely that you are familiar with his work. By A. O. Scott. [New York Times: Arts]

Queen's Treasures on Parade. To celebrate Queen Elizabeth's 50 years on the throne, a $30-million investment by the Royal Collection has transformed the Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace into something fit for a queen. By Alan Riding. [New York Times: Arts]