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Karthika Gupta

Karthika Gupta is a freelance writer, podcaster and photographer who focuses on documenting stories and visual narratives around global culture, travel, lifestyle, and food at the intersection of culture. Follow her adventures at @karthikagupta or at CulturallyOurs.com

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SNEAKER SCORE

Reebok’s New Shoe Is Designed Specifically for Pickleball

The recently launched Reebok X Recess Nano court shoes are made to elevate your pickleball game—and prevent injuries.

Karthika Gupta

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CUP OF JOE

This Stainless Steel Drip Coffee Maker Is All I Need

It’s simple, efficient, and compact enough for travel.

Karthika Gupta

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IT'S STILL A BIG WORLD

This City Will Give You a Reason Not to Fly Over Nebraska

Towns like Scottsbluff are the perfect stopover, leaving you saying, “I had no clue THIS was in Nebraska.”

Karthika Gupta

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