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Anna is a freelance writer with far too much time on her hands. When she&#8217;s not writing about memes and internet slang, she can be found running TTRPGs online.

Anna Good

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Culture

“Adult tummy time” is trending. Here’s why physical therapists are into it

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“Jersey Shore nails” are so back this summer, and they’re louder than ever

Lindsey is a Seattle area writer interested in all things society, including internet culture, politics, and mental health. Outside of the Daily Dot, her work can be found in publications such as The Mary Sue, Truthout, and YES! Magazine.

Lindsey Weedston

Woman hit with surprise $1200 tariff bill on her ASOS order—even though she returned most of it

Susan is a freelance writer following humanity one UGC at a time.

Susan LaMarca

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The “muffins in the freezer” meme is back in a big way (it never really left)

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

Nina Hernandez

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“See what happens when you ask in a nice genuine way”: Kylie Jenner finally reveals extent of work done after TikToker asks “nicely”

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Nick Offerman blasts bigot who used his “Parks and Recreation” character for an anti-Pride post

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The “cut them off” dating trend encourages brutal honesty—and fast exits

Scenes from the nun singing and beat boxing.

Catholic nuns go viral for beatboxing and dancing on live TV

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“What’s next? Weight filters?”: Tinder adds a height filter and the discourse instantly goes nuclear

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Fans say Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” bracelets started blinking again after she reclaimed her masters

Backlash isn’t scaring Ms. Rachel—now fans are calling her “our Mr. Rogers”

Butter Swim Biscuits are TikTok’s favorite lazy baking trend

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The “Denver airport lady” is going viral after making a chilling prediction

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Everyone’s talking about this woman’s Nexplanon implant suddenly flashing and blinking

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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