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

Brooke Sjoberg

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‘I was so excited’: Woman approaches Red Bull car to receive free can. Then the worker hands her this

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

Amara Thomas

Screenshot of Tiktok user @thelawyerangela; Photo of a bottle of Fairlife Reduced Fat Milk; Photo of Dairy cows.

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‘Never buying again’: Expert warns against Coca-Cola after ‘falsely advertising’ Fairlife milk 

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 would let you know real quick’: Bartender reveals what they really give customers who order espresso martinis during a rush

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

Polar Lemon seltzer can on table with black background behind(l) Woman shares dangers of chemicals in drinks(c) Topo Chico Glass bottle Drink(r)

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Are the chemicals found in popular seltzers like Topo Chico and Polar Seltzer bad for you? Expert weighs in

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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‘I’m so disgusted … somebody explain now??!!!’: Woman buys pack of Hi-C. Then she opens it up, pours it out

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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‘They got to get rid of it somehow’: Shopper buys 24-pack of Sprite from Walmart. Then they open up the cans

Amelie Allen is 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

3 panel image: on the sides a person explains, and in the middle is a McDonald's drive thru sign.

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‘The gasp I just let out’: Woman orders Diet Coke at McDonald’s drive-thru. Then she watches the worker pour her drink

Makalah Wright is a writer for the Daily Dot. She 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

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‘Can I have 3 Jameson Ginger Ales?’: Man says bartender scolded him for this common ordering practice

3 panel image: in the middle is a bubbly, fizzy soda, and on the sides a person explains.

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‘The next day it won’t be flat’: Woman says put this in your Coca-Cola can and leave it in the fridge overnight to keep it fresh. Does it work?

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‘AGAIN’: Woman drinks can of Alani. Then she sees what’s at the bottom

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‘NOT AN AIRFRYER’: Man reads Stanley cup instructions. Then he realizes we’ve been using them wrong

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‘I’m 99% sure you don’t know this’: Customer catches Joe & the Juice lying about using ‘olive oil’ in juices

Grace Rampaul is a social and multimedia intern at the Daily Dot. She is a senior at the University of Texas at Austin, with a major in Journalism and focus on Media and Entertainment Studies. Grace is based in Austin and covers trending stories, entertainment, cultural phenomenon, and all things social.

Grace Rampaul

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‘What’s going on?’: Sam’s Club shopper demands answers after buying variety pack of Canada Dry Ginger Ale

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