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Jaguar Release Day

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Today isn’t just another day for Jaguar—it’s potentially the day. The iconic carmaker is poised at a crossroads: one path could redefine their legacy, and the other might cement the idea that they’ve missed their moment. I’ll be live-blogging the action as it unfolds, sharing the wins, the stumbles, and…

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Why I Love Conspiracy Theories (Even If I Don’t Believe Them)

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Let me start by saying this: I don’t actually believe most conspiracy theories. That’s not what draws me in. What I find fascinating about them is the sheer creativity—the way they challenge the obvious and spin alternate realities that feel like mental mazes. It’s like looking at the world through…

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The Story Behind My Favorite Photo: Mia Gonzalez and the Power of 3D Printing

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Sometimes, a photo becomes more than just an image—it becomes a story, a moment of triumph, and a symbol of what’s possible when technology and humanity come together. One of my favorite photos is of Mia Gonzalez, a young girl who unknowingly became the face of life-saving innovation through a…

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Building AVIV Vodka: A Decade of Purpose and Partnership

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A little over a decade ago, I began working on AVIV 613 Vodka. At the time, it wasn’t clear what the journey would look like, but one thing was certain—we weren’t creating just another vodka. This was something different: a product with roots in the land of Israel, shaped by…

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