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Sabrina McCrear was a trending intern for the Daily Dot. A senior at Howard University, she’s majoring in journalism with a minor in biology, combining her passions for storytelling and healthcare advocacy. As editor-in-chief of Howard’s 101 Magazine, McCrear leads the charge in producing dynamic, engaging content. She’s written consumer advice pieces on maternal health, fetal well-being, and preventive medicine. Dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, she’s paving the way for a future in healthcare communication and advocacy.

Sabrina McCrear

Cart on plane with text "pov you're flying spirit airlines and water costs $4.89 so the people in front of you have the genius idea *redacted*"(l), Woman talking(c), Spirit airplane(r)

‘Then everyone on the plane starts doing it’: Water on a Spirit Airlines flight costs $4.89. Then customers use this unique trick to get it for free

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

woman shares what she ordered at panera(l) Panera Bread Sign(c) Panera Cup(r)

‘Getting mad at the worker because they embarrassed you is insane’: Panera customer gets soda instead of water. Then she confronts worker who snitched

Charlotte is a regular Daily Dot contributor with bylines in Insider, VICE, Glamour, The Independent, and more. She holds a Masters&#8217;s degree in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London.

Charlotte Colombo

‘If we run out of mix…’: Bartender explains what ‘sour’ really means. Here’s what’s in your favorite drinks

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 with the caption:"LOOK WHAT THEY DID TO PEACE TEA!!!!"; Promotional Photo of a can of Razzleberry Peace Tea

‘I only drink Arizona now’: Shopper tries to buy Razzleberry Peace Tea. Then they notice something unusual about the can

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

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

‘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

Bartender preparing espresso martini with overlaying text that reads: "When someone orders an Espresso Martini during a rush" on left. Coffee beans spilling out of bag on right.

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

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)

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

Hi C Drink(l) Woman shares what happens when your pour out Hi C Drink(r)

‘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

Sprite can in the pile of ice cubes on the black background(l) Walmart Store Front(c) opened case of sprite(r)

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

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

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

‘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 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

Two panel design with a woman looking up and away from the camera, while drinking a starbucks drink, next to an image of a Starbucks Cup

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

Two panel design with a man talking at the camera from his bed, next to an image of a bartener

‘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.

‘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?

Alani box(l) Woman cuts Alani Can(c) Alani Drink(r)

Drinks