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Adams kindled a professional interest in tech in 2001 after a computer scientist who designed algorithms for air-traffic control invited him to visit MIT’s Media Lab.

From The Wall Street Journal May 18, 2026

At a series of other events, the gracious and glad-handing presence of the 77-year-old king, who peppered remarks with lighthearted jokes, also kindled a spirit of fellow-feeling among ordinarily divided American politicians.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 30, 2026

A gift of screenwriting software from girlfriend Zinzi -- now his wife, production partner and mother of their three children -- further kindled his ambition.

From Barron's Mar. 16, 2026

The medieval monuments that dotted Baharampur, the city he grew up in, kindled his interest in history and he pursued the subject in college.

From BBC Apr. 18, 2025

Elizebeth was still wary of entanglement, but sparks began to fly between them—a “Flame which we kindled together.”

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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