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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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‘I had no idea those weren’t pre-cooked’: McDonald’s customer orders Deluxe McCrispy. Then she opens the box

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

Hyundai Dealer(l) Man shares features that are missing on his Hyundai(c) Rear view of Hyundai Kona(r)

‘I’m gonna get so much hate for this’: Driver shows off little-known Hyundai model. Is it worth the $25K price tag?

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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‘All you have to do is look at fancy restaurants…’: Food expert exposes the secret indicator a recession is coming

Chad Swiatecki is a 30-year journalist who relocated to Austin, TX from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He writes regularly for Austin Monitor, and has written for Rolling Stone, Spin, New York Daily News, Texas Monthly, Austin Business Journal, Austin American-Statesman and many other regional and national outlets.

Chad Swiatecki

Football on field(l) Woman shares changes happening at super bowl(r)

‘This honestly makes me sad’: Woman slams NFL for making this change to the Super Bowl

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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‘I’ve never feared for my life’: Former teacher says she quit her job to work at Costco. Then she reveals why

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

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‘We were so confused’: Target shopper pulls up to check-out. Then they try to pay with a check

Car Mileage(l) Car Oil Change(c) Expert shares when to change oil(r)

‘We’ve been doing 7,000’: Mechanic reveals why he’s ‘shortening’ oil change intervals. Will it help your car reach 300K miles?

Amazon Logo on building(l) Amazon New Truck(r)

‘Amazon playing w y’all fr’: Customer discovers new Amazon truck on the road. Will its unconventional design mean longer delivery times?

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

Brooke Sjoberg

Screenshot of Tiktok user @nicholeaadan; Photo of a motel parking lot.

‘Moving is stressful enough’: Family checks into hotel. Then they notice something strange about their cars

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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‘I don’t know what’s going on here’: Woman checks into two-bedroom Airbnb rental. Then they look behind the bookshelf

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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‘I have a Porsche Macan and they gave me a brand new Cayenne GTS’: BMW driver goes to the dealership. Then she gets this loaner

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‘This is so scary’: Trader Joe’s shopper issues warning for anyone who buys bully sticks for their dogs

A person explains, on the sides, viruses lurk.

‘Benefit does not outweigh the risk’: Expert issues warning for anyone who uses Tamiflu

Makalah Wright has written articles for various publications based on mental health, relationships, and Gen Z-related topics. She is currently a senior at the University of West Georgia, where she studies public relations and music. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, shopping, traveling to new places, and playing the clarinet.

Makalah Wright

Screenshot of Tiktok user @hayesandjames next to a photo of a Walmart store exterior.

‘The best moving hack EVER’: Shopper orders 10 packing boxes from Walmart. Then her delivery arrives

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

3 panel image that shows a Ford Raptor truck in the middle and a person on the sides. On the left the person is happy. On the right the person is sad.

TikTok