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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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‘I read the policy’: Amazon Flex driver uses his 2014 Mazda 3s Grand Touring for deliveries. Then he hits a deer

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

Scene of a frog in a pond. Text over: just got the call. fired. I was the wildlife DEI coordinator at the EPA. my job was to turn the frogs gay.

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‘Just got the call. Fired’: The viral meme making fun of Trump’s DEI crackdown

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

Nina Hernandez

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‘Big Lots is closing’: Hot Topic shopper sees $34.90 price label. Then they peel the sticker back

David Covucci was the senior politics and technology editor at the Daily Dot, covering the nexus between Washington and Silicon Valley. His work has appeared in Vice, the Huffington Post, Jezebel, Gothamist, and other publications.

David Covucci

The secrets hidden in Fauci’s pardon

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

Brooke Sjoberg

‘I’d guess one of those solar blinds’: Woman stays at Hilton. Then she takes a walk outside by the very room she’s staying in

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‘It’s the equivalent of having part of the world locked’: Man buys BMW. Then it reminds him that ‘he’s broke’

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

Woman holding up ipad(l) BestBuy Store Front(r)

‘Y’all be lying’: Best Buy customer tries to trade-in his iPad and claim the $350 deal. There’s just one problem

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

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‘Everything is a sham’: Former restaurant owner says this is the truth behind ‘grass-fed’ beef. Is this ‘loophole’ tricking customers?

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 just don’t even drink water when I go to restaurants’: Server warns against drinking directly from cups at restaurants

3 panel image: left shows are remote car starter, middle shows a Nissan car dealership sign, and the interior of a garage. Text over says: Customer states - remote start not working, and Let's see what the cause could be.

‘Why would that cause the issue?’: Nissan Rogue refuses to start remotely. Then expert reveals common thing you do that keeps key fob from working

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

Melody Heald

2 panel image: on the left a person pours detergent that is fading in color, and on the right a person explains.

‘Same thing happened when I bought it from Home Depot’: Woman issues warning to those who ‘hoard’ Tide. Then she shows why

Amara Thomas is a freelance writer and cultural worker. She has written for the FADER, the Village Voice, Gothamist, and Highsnobiety.

Amara Thomas

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‘TVs are like $100 at Walmart’: Woman gets this popular new TV for free. Then she reads the fine print

Nate Wolf is a reporter based in New York City. His work has appeared in the Chief, InsuranceNewsNet, and Deadspin.

Nate Wolf

X (formally Twitter) logos cover Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI. A photo of Elon Musk is behind him.

‘Cannot be trusted’: Why Elon Musk and his right-wing allies are attacking Sam Altman on X

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

Walmart Store Front(l) Man shares if its cheaper to change your own oil(c) Man pours oil for engine(r)

Is it really cheaper to change your own oil? Expert goes to Walmart, finds everything you need. Now he knows for certain

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