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The Imagination and the Grandeur

After 15 years at the helm of Waldmann Pen, Stefan Schnirch is steering his legacy pen brand toward a secure future.

Florida's Latino Kingmakers

In a faceoff between Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis for the GOP nod in 2024, the state's Hispanic voters could be decisive

Luxury Brands and Colorverse: Making a Difference

At the 2021 Washington D.C. Fountain Pen SuperShow, South Korea's Colorverse and its U.S. distributor Luxury Brands of America premiered a new D.C. show ink with a special message and purpose.

Trends in 2022

The Tuscany collection of writing instruments from Germany's Waldmann Pen is a timeless design inspired by the graceful shape of Tuscan cypresses.

Going Back to Cali:The Los Angeles International Pen Show returns

February 2021 was a lonely time for Los Angeleno pen collectors as the Los Angeles International Pen Show was forced to cancel due to the pandemic.

Artisanal Expansions from Hardy Penwrights and Kanilea Pen Co.

In this issue, we feature the colorful, sparkling resins of the extremely popular DiamondCast series from McKenzie Penworks.

A Brief History of Fisher Space Pen

The ballpoint used by astronauts is also a fashion icon meant for everyday use. This is the story of how it came to be.

The Assault on Apple Daily

A newspaper’s demise shows how far China will go to bring Hong Kong into line

THE RISE OF THE UGLY SHOE EMPIRE

Bloated dad sneakers, furry sandals, and open-toed boots. How Deckers Outdoor is making billions selling uglycore footwear

The New Royalty of Junk Debt

They borrowed billions in an historic era of low rates. Now they’re getting credit upgrades

The $50 Million (And Up) Club

More ultraluxury homes are selling across the U.S. than ever before. Here’s what’s on the market now.

Merck's Fumble Gives Pfizer a Win

It shelved a 10-year-old drug that’s provided a key component in a rival’s $17 billion Covid pill

The Six-Month Haircut

Stop going from cut to cut, and build a road map for change

Samsung Reports Robust Profit Based on Chip Strength

Samsung Electronics Co. said Thursday its operating profit for the last quarter rose by more than 53% from the same period last year as it continued to thrive during the pandemic while relying on its dual strength in parts and finished products.

Do Niche News Sites Have The Secret to Success?

Spiffy online news outlets are hot again. Every month seems to welcome a new publication built on an established journalist’s existing audience.

Peering Behind An 18% Yield

Celsius promises big rewards if you let it hold your crypto. The risks you’re taking aren’t clear

Stealthy Healthy

Purveyors of clean food are trying a new tactic: Subterfuge.

Running on Neutral

The latest craze in South Korea involves getting your brain to do as little as possible

When Hackers Get to the Grid

Drills on a high-security island show the potential devastation of a cyberattack on U.S. power infrastructure

Big Hot Sauce Wants More Hot Sauce

McCormick, the 132-year-old prince of pumpkin spice, paragon of tarragon, major-domo of marjoram, has taken over an entirely new category

Covid's Unseen Victims

Extra duties and depleted ranks have pharmacy workers buckling under the pressure

The Fed's Mind Control

The idea that monetary policy shapes inflation expectations is about to get road-tested

Sheltered Paradise

With spectacular beaches, top-tier resorts, and a stellar Covid record, Anguilla is growing even more irresistible.

Same City - Different Games

What’s changed since Beijing last held the Olympics? Almost everything

Boxed In on China

Biden’s inability to extract concessions from Beijing is a liability going into November’s midterms

Revisit Your Retirement Strategy

High valuations, rising interest rates, and spiking inflation make it time for a checkup

Ponzi schemer On the Pacific

Gina Champion-Cain was a beloved friend, mentor, and pillar of the San Diego business community. But her successful image and lavish lifestyle were fueled by a $400 million fraud

How Did Blake Hall Get Between You And Your Identity?

During the pandemic his online-authentication company, ID.me, became the government’s digital gatekeeper. And its grip is only getting tighter

A Fight Over Discrimination in the Age of Algorithms

Redfin has staked its reputation on making a racist industry more equitable. Critics say it’s been denying services to Black homebuyers and sellers