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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.

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Man’s self-declared war on Amazon involves shipping back 100-pound anvils, one at a time

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People are hate-watching “War of the Worlds” and loving every second

Susan is a freelance writer following humanity one UGC at a time.

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Woman finds her Amazon package tossed in the trash. Driver marked it as “secure”

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“Do you guys price-match?”: Man goes to Home Depot for an $89 Ryobi tool. Then he realizes it’s $47 on Amazon

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“Gift cards without all the added fees”: Amazon and Walmart might launch their own cryptocurrencies

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

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“That sir is a W”: Customer orders Amazon Essentials jeans. Then he checks the pockets

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

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Amazon robots may be delivering your packages soon

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“Every time I come here”: Amazon delivery driver shows the “Nothing Bundt Cake method” to get free cake

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Amazon is now refunding some customers for purchases made years ago. One shopper received $2,000

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“A very good revelation”: Woman says she canceled Amazon Prime…and got her packages the next day anyway

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Officials warn against these faucets from Amazon

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Amazon Prime Video accused of censoring ‘Robin Hood’

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Amazon’s robotaxi company Zoox recalls driverless software after crash

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.

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