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Braden Bjella is a culture writer. His work can be found in Mixmag, Electronic Beats, Schon! magazine, and more.

Braden Bjella

Two panel design with a woman talking at the camera with an annoyed expression, next to an image of a Starbucks drink in the new "For Here cups"

‘I had absolutely no clue’: Starbucks barista complains after making ‘for here’ drink. Customers didn’t know about the new policy

Amelie Allen was a trending intern at the Daily Dot. She&#8217;s a senior at the University of Arizona, where she studies political science and journalism. In her free time, she enjoys reading, puppetry, and watching old movies.

Amelie Allen

2 panel image: on the left are boxes of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, on the right a person explains. Text over says: I was so appalled I couldn't speak.

‘What is this?’: Woman buys Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix. Then she opens the box

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

Two panel design with a person on a phone, next to an image of a Jersey Mikes

‘They are not telling her’: Jersey Mike’s manager catches DoorDash driver going into bathroom with customer’s order. Then she calls DoorDash

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

Brooke Sjoberg

A photo of a waiter holding a plate with a burger and fries next to a screenshot of @madimccambleyy from their Tiktok.

‘The worst is chain ordering’: Server reveals the reason you shouldn’t order water after ordering a drink

2 panel image showing the sign at a Raising Cane's restaurant and person explaining in their car. Text over reads: This is your sign.

‘The manager laughed at us’: Raising Cane’s customer asks to buy loaf of Cane’s bread. Then the worker tells her how much it costs

Two panel image: on the left a person explains, on the right a person gives car keys to another person.

‘That’s a horrible idea’: Toyota technician says you should never turn in your keys like this at the mechanic

Makalah Wright has written articles for various publications based on mental health, relationships, and Gen Z-related topics. She is currently a senior at the University of West Georgia, where she studies public relations and music. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, shopping, traveling to new places, and playing the clarinet.

Makalah Wright

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‘I hate it’: Starbucks customers order drinks ‘for here.’ Then they learn about a new policy change

Olive Garden sign(l), Woman giving peace sign with phone(c), Olive Garden breadsticks(r)

‘Why am I just now noticing this?’: Woman goes to Olive Garden. Then she takes a closer look at the breadsticks

‘That brand we all love?’: Shopper reveals little-known secret behind this Walmart brand. It’s actually Great Value

Two panel design with a person grabbing a Reynolds Wrap from a shelf, next to an image of a Dollar Tree sign

‘Don’t do this’: Dollar Tree manager issues PSA to customers who shop for Reynolds Wrap

2 panel image: on the right is the exterior of a Kia car dealership. On the right a person explains.

‘We lost $1,200 in equity’: Woman catches Kia dealership altering paperwork on new car deal. Then they used this shady tactic to stall the deal

two panel design with a man looking and laughing at the camera, next to an image of a Chevy truck

‘I just didn’t have it in me to convince people’: Former Chevrolet salesman said he felt ‘really bad’ selling customers Chevys. Here’s what he did instead

Two panel design with a close up of chicken nuggets next to an image of a McDonalds sign

‘Are they the same thing?’: McDonald’s customer orders McNugget deal for $28. Then a worker intervenes

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

Two panel design with one side showing the Sony logo on a product, next to an image of a Marshalls

‘Compare at $300’: Shopper finds Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones at Marshalls. Then she opens the bag

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