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

Melody Heald

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“It’s less than $20”: Woman stops at McDonald’s. Then she learns they have a “cute” family meal

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.

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Lindsey Weedston

Left: Kroger Juneteenth cake with icing reading "Free" Middle: Kroger Supermarket front Right: Kroger Juneteenth cake with icing reading "Free at Last"

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Kroger responds after TikTok trashes “lazy” and “ugly” Juneteenth cakes: “The colors don’t even make sense”

Nina Hernandez is a writer, journalist, music critic, and culture commentator based in Austin, Texas.

Nina Hernandez

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“I warn my tables when they order it”: Texas Roadhouse customer barely touches his mac and cheese. Then he learns the real reason he didn’t like the taste

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.

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Anna Good

Left: Frozen jalapenos + sauvignon blanc Right: Man saying do not put jalapenos in your sauvignon blanc

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Man issues warning after drinking too much “Spicy Sauvy B,” the jalapeño wine summer drink

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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“Not surprised”: Kraft Heinz plans to remove chemical food dyes from Kool-Aid, Jell-O in 2 years

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

Military officer eats a steak and lobster dinner out of a styrofoam to-go container in her car.

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“It’s giving last meal”: Military soldier’s steak and lobster meal sparks viral rumors. What does it really mean when the military serves surf-and-turf?

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

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Susan LaMarca

Left: Man at Jersey Mike's under caption reading "Asking for Mike's Way at Jersey Mike's gone wrong, Middle: Ordering a sandwich at Jersey Mike's under caption reading "Ordering Jersey Mike's 'Mike's Way'", Right: Jersey Mike's employee behind the counter

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Jersey Mike’s employees are reacting to unhinged “Mike’s Way” sandwich requests

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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“I’m missing it already”: General Mills gets rid of Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Crunch, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheerios, and Honey Nut Cheerios Minis

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“This is gonna confuse customers for sure…”: Fan-favorite raspberry syrup coming back to Starbucks for a limited time

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Everyone suddenly wants to drink matcha out of a Weck jar

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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“Looks like you just baked yourself $1 million”: Shopper makes Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix. Then they take a closer look, spot shards of glass

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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“Get tested and sue”: Woman buys Hershey’s Symphony chocolate bar. Then she finds something strange when she’s almost done eating it

Eilish O’Sullivan was the Daily Dot&#8217;s associate managing editor. Her work has appeared in Mashed, the Austin Chronicle, and the Daily Texan.

Eilish O’Sullivan

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“Let’s see if it’s worth it”: Shoppers are buying Aldi’s “Grill Master” meat box for $65. Here’s everything that comes 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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“How old are you?” Woman tries to order kids pita at Cava. Then the worker questions her

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

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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

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