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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

Woman holding pizza box(l+r), Domino's boxes stacked(c)

‘I think it’s weird but I am 100% trying this’: Woman shares Domino’s ‘Pizza Drop’ hack. But not everyone is onboard

Melody Heald is a culture writer. Her work can be found in Glitter Magazine, BUST Magazine, and more.

Melody Heald

Woman sharing Frosting Trick(l) Someone putting chocolate frosting on cupcake(c) Betty Crocker Frosting(r)

‘You’ve been using this wrong your whole life’: Woman says she just found out how to use Betty Crocker Frosting after reading directions

Chili's restaurant outdoor sign(l) Steak on a plate(r)

‘Scammed at Chili’s?’: Chili’s customer buys 10-ounce steak for $28.29. Then he weighs it

Grace Rampaul is a former intern at the Daily Dot. Grace is based in Austin and covers trending stories, entertainment, cultural phenomenon, and all things social.

Grace Rampaul

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‘This may have just changed my life’: Woman reveals trick for properly closing a chip bag—without a clip

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

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‘It doesn’t say it’s an upcharge’: Customer accuses McDonald’s of false advertising over breakfast item. Is he in the wrong?

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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‘I also saw this the other day’: Homesense shopper warns against grocery shopping at the store after noticing this product on the shelf

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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‘I’ve been eating this stuff my whole life’: Viewers torn after expert reveals something shocking about Kraft mac and cheese

3 panel image showing a person complaining and the Fellini Coffee sign.

‘The ice is on top of garbage cans’: Barista calls out Instagram-famous restaurant for what workers are doing to food

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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‘As a vegan of 10 years I bought throughout that entire period’: Lawyer issues warning for people who eat Beyond Meat

Mars Ramos is a museum educator and freelance writer. She loves long walks in nature, doing yoga, and baking brownies.

Mars Ramos

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‘I just had 2 in the fridge that I threw out’: Costco customer issues warning on $4.99 rotisserie chicken

Man sharing his Applebee's Experience(l), Applebee's Grill and Bar sign(c); Margarita Drink(r)

‘They cut me off’: Man says Applebee’s dollar margaritas are a ‘scam.’ Here’s why—and what to expect next time they’re back

Rachel Joy Thomas is a music journalist, freelance writer, and hopeful author who resides in Austin, Texas.

Rachel Joy Thomas

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‘Going to be waiting awhile’: Woman goes to Whataburger drive-thru. Then she notices the Toyota in front of her

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‘We’re trying to help people out’: Jimmy John’s worker warns customers who order through DoorDash

Tangie Mitchell is a creative writer, journalist, and editor based in New York. Her interests include pop culture and entertainment, poetry, and morning cups of herbal tea.

Tangie Mitchell

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‘It’s Daisy’: Woman says she’s found the ‘secret’ to Chipotle sour cream. Does it work?

Beau Paul is a freelance writer from Austin, Texas. Beau also wrote narrative and dialog for the gaming industry for several years before becoming an entertainment journalist.

Beau Paul

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Food