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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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‘I’m sorry, what?’: Man brings his dog into the emergency vet. Then the vet tech learns how his dog was shot

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

2 image split. Woman holding baby with caption that reads: "she doesn't know it yet, but tonight she will wake up to find herself holding someone else's newborn baby instead of her own & her post partum journey will be changed forever." on left. Gloved doctor hands holding newborn baby feet on right.

‘This is devastating’: Woman gives birth. Then she finds out she was given the wrong baby

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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‘What the hell is that?’: Red Robin advertises $20 Bottomless Burger Pass. Then a customer tries to buy it

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

Melody Heald

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‘Stuck behind greedy people’: Couple goes to all-you-can-eat sushi. Then the revolving sushi gets to their table

Tangie Mitchell is a creative writer, journalist, and editor based in New York. Her interests include pop culture and entertainment, poetry, and morning cups of herbal tea.

Tangie Mitchell

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‘It’s not a power move’: Expert explains why restaurant hosts aren’t seating you—even if you can see empty tables

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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Woman parks in tight space. Then she used this little-known trick to avoid dinging her neighbor

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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‘I ordered it on Amazon’: Woman buys trending Mary Ruth’s hair supplement. Then she has kidney and liver problems

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

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“We should have done our research”: Texas homeowner says mortgage went from $3,832 to $7,200

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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‘I do this at Target I have like 40 name tags’: Walmart worker shares why they have 6 different name tags—it’s more common than you think

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‘I traded in my Ram for this?’: Expert looks under the hood of 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 ZR2 with 15,000 miles. He can’t believe his eyes

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‘Just do your job’: Server seats customers. Then they ask for a booth

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 did this so much’: Bartender begs service workers for advice on dealing with customers. Then one suggests the ‘Grey Rock Method’

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‘Jersey Mikes would never’: Man orders Panera for delivery and notices a sandwich is missing. Then he opens the bag of chips

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Taco Bell is bringing back a fan-favorite menu item—this time for longer

Lindsey is a Seattle area writer interested in all things society, including internet culture, politics, and mental health. Outside of the Daily Dot, her work can be found in publications such as The Mary Sue, Truthout, and YES! Magazine.

Lindsey Weedston

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