Ramon Ramirez
Ramon Ramirez is the managing editor, and formerly the Dot’s news director, entertainment editor, and evening editor. His work has appeared in the Washington Post, Grantland, Washington City Paper, Austin American-Statesman, and Austin Monitor.
Main Character of the Week: Woman who refuses to put shopping carts away
In the sphere of social media, even the most innocuous statements can quickly draw the ire of a large group of people.
On Jul 6, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: Woman who had poor customer service on American Airlines
The story landed like a bomb and sparked discussion because of the emotions it carries.
On Jun 29, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: Woman who had the most ‘standoffish’ job interview ever
The TikTok video was deeply relatable, with commenters sharing their gross first impressions at job interviews.
On Jun 22, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: Mom (allegedly) charged for school supplies her son broke
This viral anecdote from a momfluencer has divided the internet.
On Jun 15, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: Spirit Airlines traveler who went through an emergency landing
The stories about Spirit Airlines get more absurd every day.
On Jun 8, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: Mom who filmed herself baking and set off a firestorm
This one tests the limits of that old adage “there are two sides to every story.”
On Jun 1, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: Carnival customer who had her $15k trip canceled
The Carnival Cruise is the most quintessentially American experience possible.
On May 25, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
5 weird songs that are suddenly everywhere thanks to TikTok
‘My dog is dressed more expensive than you.’
On May 20, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
6 life hacks the internet just taught us. Yes, you’ve been doing it wrong
From free drinks at Panera, to historical hangover cures, to using coffee grounds to repel mosquitos—here’s the way.
Main Character of the Week: Teacher who let students braid his hair and paint his nails
At question is whether his interaction violated classroom policy on boundaries.
On May 18, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: The Chipotle deserter
Sometimes, it takes an iconoclast to disrupt protocol and shock the internet into disorder.
On May 11, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: McDonald’s secret shopper
The internet is fascinated by the controversial side hustle.
On May 4, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: Cybertruck car wash guy
We all got a good laugh at Cybertruck’s kryptonite-like reaction to the car wash.
On Apr 27, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: Woman whose car was disabled by a dealership at a Planet Fitness
The internet was collectively shook this week when it realized that car dealerships could disable vehicles when owners got behind on their monthly payments.
On Apr 20, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
Main Character of the Week: The Mazda customer who discovered her car was taken home by a dealership worker
The dealership is becoming a real trap door for car owners.
On Apr 13, 2024 by Ramon Ramirez
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