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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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‘Sending back today’: Woman receives a package containing swimwear for 1-year-old child. Then she’s shocked by what’s inside

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

Braden Bjella

Costco Card and Receipt(l) Man shares why to always keep your costco receipt(c) Costco Wholesale logo on building(r)

‘Receipt of shame’: Costco shopper throws receipt away in the store. Then he finds out what the store does

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‘More cars than they know what to do with’: Carvana customers return Chevrolet. But the company won’t pick it up

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’m amazed it made it to 96K’: Mechanic opens up hood of Ford Escape. Then he proves why the EcoBoost does more harm than good

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‘You definitely saved my dad’s life’: Instacart shopper drops off groceries for elderly customer. Then she goes inside

Gerard Conroy is a freelance writer covering internet culture, human interest stories, and the cultural shifts defining modern life. Growing up in a small town and now living in a big city, he brings a broad perspective to viral moments—connecting them to larger cultural forces with equal parts sharp analysis and humor. He also enjoys writing about fitness, music, and the evolution of food and drink culture.

Gerard Conroy

‘I’ve seen the sky glitching in real time too’: Man claims he saw the sky ‘glitch.’ Then she shows the moment he captured it on his phone

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‘LinkedIn, here I come’: Target worker earns a raise. Then he gets his check

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

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‘The F-150 should be about 30 grand’: Expert says Ford Mavericks are going for $29,000 with employee pricing. Here’s how you can get it

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

Costco Wholesale card(l) Woman shares costco experience(c) Chase bank front of building(r)

‘That wasn’t me’: Woman gets a $3K charge from Costco. Then she demands answers after Chase Bank refuses to refund her

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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‘Dave from Verizon is not taking any chances’: Customer asks Verizon worker if he wants some water. Then he brings up his wife

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‘That’ll do it’: Olive Garden customers walk in 20 minutes before close. Then server grabs a broken vacuum

Sky Express Airline Plane cutout(r) Woman smiling sharing issues with her airline flight(r)

‘This is extremely dangerous’: Woman gets to airport with traveling partner. Then she gets ‘randomly chosen’ to stay behind

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‘Are you out of your mind?’: Woman goes to get just a haircut. Then she gets quoted $700

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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‘Make this right’: Woman says CarMax sold her Subaru for $15K. Then 9 months pass

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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