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

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Susan LaMarca

Cuban man reacts to being in a Costco for the first time

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Man from Cuba experiences U.S. Costco for the first time and can’t hold back his emotions

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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“Sam’s club needs to get one of these”: Woman shows how she makes $23 at Costco in 5 minutes. All it takes is a bag of trash

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

Orange button-up shirt with a triangle-shaped piece of cloth sewn into the corner. A man in a green shirt. The outside of a Costco location.

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“That’s exactly where my mind went”: Man finds unusual triangle of fabric in button-up Costco shirts. Then he realizes what it’s for

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

Nina Hernandez

Costco worker explains new hours. Costco grey storefront

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“You might wanna become an Executive Member”: Costco worker issues warning after retailer announces change to hours

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

Left Panel: Costco Wholesale building Right Panel: Tweet reading "Costco should settle" above "All you can eat hot dogs for life" over an image of a man rubbing his hands together

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Costco customer sues for $14 million, says liquor display fell and caused brain injury

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

Left; Man in suit is patted down by TSA officer at airport. Right; Person holds up Gold Star Member Costco card and receipt.

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TSA says it does not accept Costco cards as form of Real ID—Yes, you read that right

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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“They shouldn’t have let you leave with that”: Woman buys LA County Fair tickets from Costco. Then she tries to use them

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’ve come to my senses”: Woman sends her husband to Costco to pick up an LG fridge. He returns home with a Hisense

Images from social media of people discussing Costco Olive Oil.

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Here’s why the internet is beefing over Costco olive oil

2 Panel image, Costco store front and affirm payment option

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Costco silently changed its payment options. It may make you buy more

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Costco places restrictions on customers buying gold—all because of this viral reselling scheme

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‘This is Walmart behavior’: Woman catches Costco relabeling expiration dates on lamb racks. Then she peels back the new sticker

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Costco customer resells item, makes $600 profit

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

Split screen with packages of Costco chicken on left and Costco storefront on right.

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‘They are stringy and slimy’: People are sharing the items they would never buy at Costco again

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