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Rachel Kiley is a writer who sometimes writes things and sometimes is based in L.A., but is definitely always on Twitter @rachelkiley.

Rachel Kiley

Woman talking(l+r), Hand holding credit card(c)

‘It’s called merchant abuse’: Worker confronts customer who asked for 26 chargebacks in 7 months

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

Nina Hernandez

‘It still doesn’t seem real’: Family and friends remember SXSW hit-and-run victim

Katherine Huggins is a New York-based journalist and freelance contributor to the Daily Dot&#8217;s tech and politics section.

Katherine Huggins

Kate Middleton's prolonged absence fuels Covid vaccine conspiracies

COVID-19 vaccine skeptics latch on to Kate Middleton’s disappearance

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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‘I used to work there and that happens waaaayyyyyy too often’: European Wax Center customer says she’s out $390 after being ‘harassed,’ charged 5 times for a wax. It gets worse

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‘Just take a step back’: Experts warn that the next animal content you post to social media could cause the next COVID

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

Man calls out House for passing TikTok ban amid Starbucks, Kellogg's boycott

‘They decided people think too much for themselves’: Man calls out House for passing TikTok ban amid Starbucks, Kellogg’s boycott

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

Melody Heald

Uber Eats customer reports extra $20 charge on $75 order. He doesn’t expect Uber’s response

‘I think they’re starting to use A.I for customer service’: Uber Eats customer reports extra $20 charge on $75 order. He doesn’t expect Uber’s response (updated)

Stacy Fernández is a freelance writer, project manager and communications specialist. She’s worked at The Texas Tribune, The Dallas Morning News and run social for The Education Trust New York. Her favorite hobby is finding hidden gems at the thrift store, she loves a good audio book and is a chocolate enthusiast.

Stacy Fernandez

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‘They shouldn’t be making fun of you in front of other people’: Woman says bartender shamed her for ordering just a Sprite at bar

Eric Webb is a native Texan and national award-winning pop culture critic, arts &amp; entertainment journalist, and editor.

Eric Webb

‘That’s crazy’: McDonald’s drive-thru customer orders Filet-O-Fish and gets a half slice of cheese

‘Why is it on Ozempic?’: Dunkin’ customers are calling out the chain for its bagel shapes

Allyson Waller is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and has written for other publications such as the New York Times and the Miami Herald. Outside of the journalism world, some of her joys include delving into book recommendations from TikTok, listening to pop culture podcasts, and playing with her dog, Theo.

Allyson Waller

‘Unlimited is so obviously a scam’: Worker advises against unlimited PTO if given the option

Amara Thomas is a freelance writer and cultural worker. She has written for the FADER, the Village Voice, Gothamist, and Highsnobiety.

Amara Thomas

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‘I can go to Denny’s’: Customer shows how much a single chicken tender at  the grocery store costs

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‘It’s so smart’: Couple is ‘too broke’ to rent a car. So they rent a U-Haul instead

Braden Bjella is a culture writer. His work can be found in Mixmag, Electronic Beats, Schon! magazine, and more.

Braden Bjella

‘This is not because of A.I.’: Yes, the internet is getting weirder. Here’s why

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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