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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

“I should have known better”: Woman claims her matcha obsession sent her to the hospital. What happened?

Anna is a freelance writer with far too much time on her hands. When she&#8217;s not writing about memes and internet slang, she can be found running TTRPGs online.

Anna Good

Cans of Arizona brand ice teas in various flavors isolated on black. Caption overlay from tweet reads: "Life won't be worth it when AriZona Iced Tea costs more than $0.99."

Culture

“Like DEFCON 0”: AriZona Iced Tea’s iconic 99-cent cans may soon see a price hike thanks to Trump’s tariffs, and people aren’t happy

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: Tomato margarita birds eye view. Middle: Hand holding a tomato martini against a city skyline Right: Woman drinking a tomato martini

From tomatinis to tomato spritzes, tomato girl summer is in full bloom

Rachel Kiley is a writer who sometimes writes things and sometimes is based in L.A., but is definitely always on Twitter @rachelkiley.

Rachel Kiley

Left: Tweet reading "wtf do genetics gotta do with a refresher" Right: Dunkin' Donuts Gavin Casalegno ad

Another day, another ad talking about genetics. This time it’s Gavin Casalegno for Dunkin’ Donuts

“I want that Bad Bunny cup”: Customers are divided over Subway’s “Happy Gilmore” $1 deal

“RIP to me honestly”: Smoothie dupes influencer forced by Erewhon to remove her videos

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

“It’s just better!”: Trump says he’s “speaking to Coca-Cola about using REAL cane sugar in Coke,” but the company hasn’t confirmed the change

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

Susan LaMarca

“Cutwater is the devil in a can”: People share their shocking experiences with the “new Four Loko” on TikTok

“I’d need a beach bathroom immediately”: Gigantic coffee buckets are the latest TikTok food trend

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

Starbucks baristas hype launch of the new Fireworks Frappuccino for July 4th, but customers aren’t sure: “But, like, what’s in it?”

“Should I be scared?”: Woman collects her boss’ empty Diet Coke cans for a month, is shocked by the results

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

Trader Joe's shopper reaches into June Shine variety pack and selects which individual flavors she wants to buy. She puts a few in her cart.

“Trader Joe’s employee here!”: Shopper goes through June Shine canned margarita box to pick out flavors she wants at Trader Joe’s. Is that allowed?

The Sarti Spritz is Europe’s popular hot pink summer drink: “I literally am begging them to bring it to the US”

2 panel image. Woman holding long cocktail glass on left. Two cocktails being cheered on right.

“Why would I not want to put down my drink?”: Woman goes to bar, orders Aperol Spritz. Then she looks at the glass

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

Braden Bjella

2 Panel Image of yellow circle tag on lanyard and Total Wine storefront

Drinks