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Laura Studarus

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Los Angeles
As seen in: Época Negócios, Forbes, MSN, MSN UK, UOL, Yahoo Entertainment, Yahoo Life, BBC, BBC Mundo, BBC News Brasil and
Covers:  Travel, diving, scuba, mermaiding, history, quirky-girl travel
Doesn't Cover: Alcohol.
Travel writer: @BBC_Travel, @MarieClaire, @byshondaland. Producer: @wnbthepodcast. Photos: everywhere. Sometimes I can go several hours without a cup of tea.

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I Walked All 27 Miles of Tokyo’s Yamanote Line in 1 Day

I Walked All 27 Miles of Tokyo’s Yamanote Line in 1 Day

The 27 mile walk passes 30 stations and some of Tokyo's most interesting sites and sights.

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Europe's Most Innovative Library Has a Botanical Garden on the Roof

Europe's Most Innovative Library Has a Botanical Garden on the Roof

Warsaw University Library stylishly connects the past and present.

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Guide to Naoshima Island, Japan - Lonely Planet

Guide to Naoshima Island, Japan - Lonely Planet

Everything you need to know about planning the ultimate first-timer's trip to Naoshima Island - where to go, …

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I Said "Yes" to Diving Deeper

I Said "Yes" to Diving Deeper

This writer dared to say "yes" to plunging deep below the ocean's surface.

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Most international visitors to Japan never make it to Shirakawa-go. That's a mistake

Most international visitors to Japan never make it to Shirakawa-go. That's a mistake

While I originally came chasing photos of autumn leaves, I left with a deep appreciation for life in the Japa…

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A Personal Guide for Your Next Dive in Okinawa - Scuba.com

A Personal Guide for Your Next Dive in Okinawa - Scuba.com

Planning to dive in Okinawa? Explore our top recommendations for Okinawa diving spots, resorts, and food. Ste…

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5 Stephen King Stories That Changed the Horror Genre

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By Laura Studarus Verified
| The History Channel Verified
These novels helped define King’s career and broaden the possibilities and popularity of horror fiction. Stephen King signs copies of 'Cujo,' 'Salem's Lot' and other books at a book signing party in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, circa 1976. Photo by Buddy Mays/Corbis via Getty Images Published: October 09, 2026Last Updated: October 09, 2026 Horror is often dismissed as a genre of cheap thrills. Yet across dozens of novels and story collections, Stephen King has challenged that assumption.
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I Learned the Hard Way

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By Laura Studarus Verified
| Under the Radar Verified
Web Exclusive First lady of Daptone Records Sharon Jones is back with her fourth album, I Learned the Hard Way, swaggering though 12 tracks of classic R&B like the ass-kicking, name-taking mother figure you've always wanted. On "Without a Heart" Jones declares, "You'll find yourself all alone without a heart." It quickly becomes clear this isn't so much a line but a mission statement.
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체스 광팬을 위한 글로벌 핫스팟 7개

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By Laura Studarus Verified
| Duolingo
여러분이 미래의 그랜드 마스터이든, 아직 첫 체크메이트를 고대하고 있는 초보자이든, 체스는 누구나 공감할 수 있는 언어예요. 초현실적인 체스 도시부터 마치 미드센츄리 모던 풍의 환상 속을 걷는 듯한 호텔에 이르기까지, 다음의 일곱 가지 여행지는 꼭 한번 가볼 만한 "퀸스 갬빗" 스타일 여행지랍니다. 가방을 챙기고 오프닝 전략을 다듬어 두세요—이제 세계 투어를 떠날 거예요. 1. 미주리주 세인트루이스: 체스의 수도 세인트루이스는 "세계 체스의 수도"로 널리 알려져 있으며, 그럴 만한 이유가 있어요. 세계 체스 명예의 전당 건너편에 위치한 세인트루이스 체스 클럽은 단순한 건물이 아니에요. 이곳은 지구상에서 가장 첨단 기술을 갖춘 허브 중 하나일 뿐만 아니라, 강연, 어린이 프로그램, 그리고 모든 수준의 플레이어를 위한 강좌도 제공해요. 오래 머물다 보면 히카루 나카무라나 파비아노 카루아나 같은 전설적인 선수들이 가볍게 대국을 두는 모습을 볼 수도 있답니다.
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Via email--I'm a traditionalist. Instagram DMs are strictly for cute cat videos.

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Instagram. I spend way too much time there. (Follow me!)

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Start writing. Don't worry about the shape you want your career to take, or landing in the most prestigious outlets.