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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), Bag of Tyson Chicken fries(r)

‘I’m unsure what I was expecting but that wasn’t it’: Woman demands answers after opening up pack of Tyson Chicken Fries

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

Nina Hernandez

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‘They’ve completely lost focus’: Expert says Carhartt quality has gone downhill. Then he shows the real reason why

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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‘It almost fell off’: Expert works on GNC Denali. Then he issues a warning about undercoating on newer Chevrolets

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’m SO in’: Woman shocked when 2 Bath & Body Works hand sanitizers cost $40. Then she learns there’s a hidden feature

Mustafa Gatollari has been an internet culture writer for over a decade. He has a passion for connecting what’s trending on social media to solid research—helping to separate clout-chasing claims from facts.

Mustafa Gatollari

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‘Found about 16 cases of iPhones:’ UPS worker shows what happens when you order iPhone for delivery

Mars Ramos is a museum educator and freelance writer. She loves long walks in nature, doing yoga, and baking brownies.

Mars Ramos

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‘How is this not false advertising?’: Man demands answers after microwaving Marie Callender’s meal

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

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‘The best part was you didn’t need to do it’: Man takes lights off his Porsche. Then he sees the damage

Target sign(l), Woman talking(c), Target app(r)

‘I need answers’: Target shopper opens the app while shopping. Then she realizes there’s been a major policy change

2 panel image: on the left is the Hertz sign and on the right a person explains.

‘They are literally begging’: Expert says Hertz is in trouble. Should you look for a deal?

Brooke Sjoberg is a freelance writer who graduated with her Bachelors in Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin in 2020.

Brooke Sjoberg

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‘NOT AN AIRFRYER’: Man reads Stanley cup instructions. Then he realizes we’ve been using them wrong

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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‘Thousands of dollars worth of merchandise’: Walmart shopper says people are ‘abandoning’ their shopping carts full of items

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

Braden Bjella

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‘It’s def a sales tactic’: Woman leases Porsche, takes it to the dealership. Now she’s issuing a PSA after getting this loaner

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‘Stop wearing it’: Expert warns your Fitbit or Apple Watch is harmful. Here’s what you need to know (updated)

2 panel image: on the left is a sad emoji with the text over: "Okay which one if y'all at Verizon forgot to put an iPhone in the box". On the right is the UPS logo.

‘That’s a good driver’: Man orders iPhone from Verizon. Then his UPS driver steps in

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

Melody Heald

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