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Parks Kugle is a writer and reporter based in San Antonio. His work has appeared in Lumina Literary Journal, Wicked Local Newspapers, and various publications across the U.S. He enjoys comics and gardening.

Parks Kugle

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‘I have a Porsche Macan and they gave me a brand new Cayenne GTS’: BMW driver goes to the dealership. Then she gets this loaner

Ljeonida is a reporter and writer with a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Tirana in her native Albania. She has a particular interest in all things digital marketing; she considers herself a copywriter, content producer, SEO specialist, and passionate marketer. Ljeonida is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Ljeonida Mulabazi

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‘This is so scary’: Trader Joe’s shopper issues warning for anyone who buys bully sticks for their dogs

Summer Neylon is a freelance writer, bartender, and pastry chef. She graduated from Florida State University, where she studied English and music. She wrote species profiles and educational programs for kids at Florida Fish and Wildlife. In her free time, she enjoys listening to podcasts, reading, cooking, and playing &#8216;Zelda: Breath of the Wild.&#8217;

Summer Neylon

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‘Dyson you have some explaining to do!’: Woman buys Dyson Airwrap for $600. Then she opens it up

A person explains, on the sides, viruses lurk.

‘Benefit does not outweigh the risk’: Expert issues warning for anyone who uses Tamiflu

Makalah Wright has written articles for various publications based on mental health, relationships, and Gen Z-related topics. She is currently a senior at the University of West Georgia, where she studies public relations and music. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, shopping, traveling to new places, and playing the clarinet.

Makalah Wright

Screenshot of Tiktok user @hayesandjames next to a photo of a Walmart store exterior.

‘The best moving hack EVER’: Shopper orders 10 packing boxes from Walmart. Then her delivery arrives

Beau Paul is a freelance writer from Austin, Texas. Beau also wrote narrative and dialog for the gaming industry for several years before becoming an entertainment journalist.

Beau Paul

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‘Get a truck they said’: Man fills Ford Raptor up at Chevron for the first time. Then he sees what it costs

Tiffanie Drayton is a geek culture and lifestyle reporter whose work covers everything from gender and race to anime and Xbox. Her work has appeared in Complex, Salon, Marie Claire, and elsewhere.

Tiffanie Drayton

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‘How stupid do they think we are?’: Shopper finds ‘light’ Tropicana orange juice at the store. Then he takes a closer look

Nina Hernandez is a writer, journalist, music critic, and culture commentator based in Austin, Texas.

Nina Hernandez

3-panel image showing the Volkswagen logo, a Volkswagen vehicle in the rain, and 100 dollar bills falling.

‘Salesman in cabo rn’: Man buys Volkswagen Atlas as his ‘dad car.’ Viewers can’t believe the monthly car payment

Melody Heald is a culture writer. Her work can be found in Glitter Magazine, BUST Magazine, and more.

Melody Heald

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‘These have been on their cups since I was a kid’: In-N-Out customer orders a hot chocolate. Then they take a closer look at the fine print

Mustafa Gatollari has been an internet culture writer for over a decade. He has a passion for connecting what’s trending on social media to solid research—helping to separate clout-chasing claims from facts.

Mustafa Gatollari

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‘Our waitress said I was the first person to ever order this’: Waffle House customer orders Cheeseburger Hash Brown bowl. Then they bring it out

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‘I almost paid $800’: Toyota driver tries to get Apple CarPlay installed. Then she discovers little-known feature 7 months later

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‘I’m so scared now because I use a glass straw everyday’: Woman issues warning about glass straws—from the hospital

Ilana Gordon is a culture and entertainment writer based in Los Angeles. Ilana&#8217;s writing has been featured in places like: the A.V. Club, the Takeout, Atlas Obscura, Huffington Post, McSweeney&#8217;s Internet Tendency, the Belladonna Comedy, Reductress, Mashable, the Second City Network, RedEye Chicago, ART + marketing, the Muse, Dose and OMGFacts.

Ilana Gordon

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‘We’re also dead’: Mechanics say work has vanished—and the slowdown isn’t just hitting them

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‘I could never do that’: American Airlines passenger tests out ‘airport theory.’ Then she gets to her gate

Mars Ramos is a museum educator and freelance writer. She loves long walks in nature, doing yoga, and baking brownies.

Mars Ramos

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