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Mike Hadge

rawdogging flights Woman talking(l), Man on flight(c), Woman on flight(r)

‘I can’t think of anything worse’: Some people are ‘rawdogging’ entire plane rides—and bragging about it

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

Woman with hand by her mouth and text that says "boy pretty vs girl pretty"

Memes

The ‘boy pretty vs. girl pretty’ debate

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

‘Things they don’t tell you pt 184’: Woman issues warning to people who use velvet hangers

Amelie Allen was a trending intern at the Daily Dot. She&#8217;s a senior at the University of Arizona, where she studies political science and journalism. In her free time, she enjoys reading, puppetry, and watching old movies.

Amelie Allen

Customer says AMC didn’t give her the souvenir for exclusive showing of ‘Inside Out 2.’

‘They did me the same way with the Mean Girls popcorn bucket’: Customer says AMC didn’t give her the souvenir for exclusive ‘Inside Out 2’ showing. Viewers suspect something shady

Charlotte is a regular Daily Dot contributor with bylines in Insider, VICE, Glamour, The Independent, and more. She holds a Masters&#8217;s degree in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London.

Charlotte Colombo

‘You better than me. I would’ve already been at the hotel’: Passenger considers getting off plane after hearing what airline is offering to give up seat

Aimée Lutkin was a freelance writer for the Daily Dot.

Aimée Lutkin

What is the Sigma Face and how do you do it?

Phil West is a veteran professional writer and editor, and his works include two nonfiction books and articles in myriad print and online publications.

Phil West

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‘The outdoor unit’s job is to reject heat’: Expert shares easy trick to saving your air conditioning this summer

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

Nina Hernandez

Mechanic issues warning on Jiffy Lube, Take 5, Grease Monkey

‘I sounded so convincing when this was being done that they believed me’: Mechanic issues warning on Jiffy Lube, Take 5, Grease Monkey

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

Braden Bjella

Man talking(L+r), Finger on a tip screen(c)

‘That’s why I started paying in cash again’: Chili’s customer says Ziosks are now forcing you to tip 20%, won’t let you choose ‘custom’

Mechanic reveals what extended warranties to avoid for your car

‘Absolute worst in the industry’: Mechanic reveals what extended warranties to avoid for your car

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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‘Are you single?’: 5 creepy job interviews that crossed the line

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

Melody Heald

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‘This shouldn’t be controversial’: Baker shares truth about red velvet cake

Alexandra Samuels is a national political reporter and contributor to the Daily Dot, where she started as an intern covering politics in the summer of 2016. She enjoys all things Marvel, keeping up with the latest TikTok trends, long walks with her pup, and reading murder-mystery novels.

Alexandra Samuels

Ex-McDonald’s corporate chef calls out bagel breakfast sandwich, shows order hack to make it better

‘It is far superior’: Ex-McDonald’s corporate chef blasts bagel breakfast sandwich, shows trick order to make better

Chevrolet driver says her 2024 Equinox is breaking down. It has 3,500 miles

‘I bought this car brand new off the lot’: Chevrolet driver says her 2024 Equinox is breaking down. It has 3,500 miles

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

Expert issues warning on sudden change to Toyota trade-in value

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