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<p>Brooke Sjoberg is a freelance writer for the Daily Dot. She graduated with her Bachelors in Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin in 2020.</p>


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Walmart shopper calls cops on self after accidentally inputting 999 avocados at self-checkout

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Woman gets Taylor Swift tattoo in husband’s handwriting. Then she takes a closer look at it after leaving the shop

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American Express to make Platinum card more appealing to Gen Z. Here’s how

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“Yes queen”: “Bridgerton” actress gets phone stolen. Then she fights back

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“Deliver what? A single pack of gum?”: Walmart drones are making deliveries in 5 new cities

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Miley Cyrus says she’s now allowed to perform “Hannah Montana” songs after being inducted as Disney Legend

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Woman gets Red Bull barcode tattooed on her arm—it actually scans at the register

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Changes coming to Starbucks rewards. Here’s how it will affect customers

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Aldi salmon recalled. Here are the 3 states impacted

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“The future of retail”: Walmart eliminates 1,500 jobs to replace with AI

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Starbucks just launched its 2025 summer menu. Here’s what’s on it

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TSA banned this popular tech accessory from checked luggage. Here’s why

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What is the viral “poison Skittles” game and how do you play it?

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Woman says her kids are not allowed at wedding. Then she gets there and sees other people’s kids

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TikToker shares nasty footage of Pizza Hut storing supplies in a bathroom—the restaurant responds