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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

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

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

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“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

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“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

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

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

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

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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“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.

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“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?

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

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“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

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“What’s your name?”: Man checks out at Total Wine & More. Then the cashier fails to check his ID

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Collector buys 100-Year-Old Coca-Cola bottle for $75. Then he learns what it’s worth

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

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“Soda with a threatening aura”: Sprite launches new summer flavor based on TikTok tea trend

Laiken Neumann is a Trending news editor based in Austin, Texas.

Laiken Neumann

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‘WE WANT ANSWERS’: Customer cuts open Capri Sun. Then she takes a look inside

Sabine Joseph is a former reporting intern for the Daily Dot. Her work has appeared in Miami and Connecticut publications, including Montage, the Miami Laker, and Connecticut Health I-Team.

Sabine Joseph

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‘I don’t trust you’: Customer orders a strawberry margarita. Then they make a potentially job-ending request of their server

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