Steve Cooke: A Musician’s Musician

Steve Cooke: A Musician’s Musician

Steve Cooke is a multi-talented performer whose career spans decades, continents, and genres. He has been a singer, musician, actor, and director on the world stage, having graced every venue from musical theater to rock clubs to the silver screen both large and small. Today he is still performing with the same elan vital which made him a standout from the beginning. A recent song from Cooke, “California Girls,” is a representative manifestation of that…

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TED Is Alive: Inside the Rooms Where Humanity Still Speaks

TED Is Alive: Inside the Rooms Where Humanity Still Speaks

From AI to human connection, from courtroom strategy to public shame—inside a week where ideas collided and humanity showed up. TED didn’t whisper this year. It grabbed you. Twelve minutes. That’s the new thing. Talks used to be eighteen. Now they’re shorter. Faster. You have to get in, say something real, and get out. And honestly… it works. At one point early on, Chris Anderson, the visionary of TED for the past twenty-five years said…

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The Quiet Erosion of Truth: A Reflection on World Press Freedom Day

On a brisk Los Angeles afternoon, inside the understated walls of the Los Angeles Press Club, a different kind of urgency filled the room. It felt calm but intense. The journalist were sharing what is happening globally at this time in history and it carried weight. This year’s World Press Freedom Day gathering, co-hosted with Reporters Without Borders, wasn’t just a celebration—it was a reckoning. Because while the world continues to talk about truth, fewer people are actually…

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Vromage Restaurant: The Emboldening of Veganism

Vromage Restaurant: The Emboldening of Veganism

When my friend of thirty years Tony Cacciotti told me he had discovered a vegan restaurant I just had to visit, I took him at his word, and, my god, was he ever right! I am speaking of Vromage, in West Hollywood on Sunset, where its sole owner, operator, and creator Youssef Vromage is expertly conceiving and serving vegan delicacies which even carnivores will crave! I, Murray Rosen, FVM Global Magazine’s Vegan at Large also…

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$75 MILLION CASTLE IN THE SKY

$75 MILLION CASTLE IN THE SKY

The Falcon 10X, a magnificent creation by Dassault Aviation, stands as a testament to the continuous pursuit of excellence in business aviation. This state-of-the-art aircraft combines cutting-edge technology, innovative engineering, and impeccable design go provide passengers with an unmatched flying experience. The Falcon 10X redefines the concept of private air travel. From its spacious and customizable cabin to its powerful Rolls-Royce Pearl® 10X engines, every aspect of this remarkable aircraft showcases the perfect balance between…

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THE EXTRAORDINARY PRINCE STASH

THE EXTRAORDINARY PRINCE STASH

PRINCE STASH KLOSSOWSKI DE ROLA  Prince Stash Klossowski de Rola is a man apart….and yet intimately intertwined. Stash is an adventurer, explorer, connoisseur, educator, musician, actor, aristocrat … and is the son of the famed French artist Balthus. Stash knew, befriended, loved and collaborated with a huge range of cultural icons.  He performed and worked with various bands including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Vince Taylor & The Playboys, during the Swinging Sixties in London,…

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San Carlo Osteria Piemonte: Savoring the Cuisine of the Jewel of Soho

San Carlo Osteria Piemonte: Savoring the Cuisine of the Jewel of Soho

Located in the Soho area of the city of New York, San Carlo Osteria Piemonte is a hidden culinary treasure which delightfully inculcates in its customers a desire to be regulars after the first visit, and indeed we have frequented this restaurant several times in the past year.  Upon entry to the restaurant you are greeted at the door with a warm smile from Mirko, who graciously welcomes you to the establishment and ensures your…

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The Beatles Almost Live But Really Alive!

The Beatles Almost Live But Really Alive!

Imagine being there at Abbey Road back in the day, when the four Beatles—John, Paul, Ringo, and George—gathered to record some of the greatest music of our times. Hit after hit, with the normal hiccups and adjustments, bits of frustration, and then the final brilliance. Oh the lucky few who got to see that!  OK, that’s not going to happen again for obvious reasons! Then this event comes next best, a gathering of some of…

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PIAGET 150TH ANNIVERSARY GOLD CELEBRATIONS

PIAGET 150TH ANNIVERSARY GOLD CELEBRATIONS

Maison Piaget, a prestigious Swiss watchmaker and jeweler, celebrated its long-standing relationship with Art Dubai 24 at the heart of Madinat Jumeirah. Paying homage to its rich history, the brand revisited its “House of Gold” legacy, highlighting the remarkable craftsmanship and radiant energy found within its signature gold work. This celebration not only honored the past but also acknowledged the importance of the present, fostering inspiring collaborations that continue to push boundaries and redefine luxury….

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Jacqueline Murphy’s “The Admired:” A Dramatic Journey Through Time and Vaulting Ambition 

Jacqueline Murphy’s “The Admired:” A Dramatic Journey Through Time and Vaulting Ambition 

The Event The fascinating short film “The Admired,” a highly lauded feature created, co-written, directed, produced, and performed by Jacqueline Murphy, was screened on August 24, 2024 at the Tarzana International Film Festival at the Sherman Oaks Galleria. After the screening, everyone in attendance was invited to the nearby P.F. Chang’s restaurant for some fabulous fare, graciously provided by Murphy and her husband Fred Stahl, who is a powerhouse in his own right in the…

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