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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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‘I would never set up a rose petal bath’: Expert issues warning on why you should never smell grocery store roses

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‘Like seriously!!!’: Shopper demands answers after opening up bag of Tyson chicken

Katherine Huggins is a New York-based journalist and freelance contributor to the Daily Dot&#8217;s tech and politics section.

Katherine Huggins

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‘Complete scam’: ‘Bridgerton’ Ball attendees flame janky event for raw chicken, lone pole dancer

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 used to pause transactions then unpause them’: Walmart worker shares how workers can control customers’ transactions at self-checkout

Mikael Thalen is a tech and security reporter covering social media, data breaches, hackers, and more.

Mikael Thalen

‘Incredibly on brand’: Ex-Epstein attorney Alan Dershowitz argues for Diddy after sex trafficking charges

Vladimir Supica is a Serbia-based freelance writer. He enjoys traveling through Europe, reading non-fiction books, and playing with his dog Max.

Vladimir Supica

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‘Walmart, what is this?’: Shopper notices something unusual about Great Value shredded hash brown bags

Mike Hadge

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‘Whitewashed’: A new ‘Wuthering Heights’ movie casts Jacob Elordi and  Margot Robbie in lead roles, sparking backlash

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‘Check the bottom’: Woman issues warning after flipping over her Instant Pot

Gisselle Hernandez is a freelance journalist based in Belize, where she writes travel and internet culture pieces. She enjoys watching anime, playing video games, and covering all things TikTok.

Gisselle Hernandez

Scrolling In The Deep: What does ‘BFFR’ mean on TikTok?

Tricia Crimmins is a former Senior Reporter on the politics and tech team covering discrimination, identity, and the 2024 election.

Tricia Crimmins

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‘We can’t wait until you’re out of office’: New Hampshire youth activists sue state’s governor

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

Melody Heald

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‘I’m about to turn this receipt into $50’: Cashier shares her side hustle with customers’ receipts

Man shares ‘unethical life hack’ to getting free food at places like Chipotle

‘I’m scared they’ll try to touch my screen’: Man shares ‘unethical life hack’ to getting free food at places like Chipotle

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‘You can’t wait?’: Server says it’s normal for customers to order before their whole table is ready

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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‘The bros when Human Behavior plays’: Why social media is pledging the Bjork Frat

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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