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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

woman shares information about dates fruit(l) Dried dates fruits with dates palm plantation background(r)

‘I never thought to do that’: Woman buys box of dates. Then she opens one up

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

homemade ground baked turkey meatloaf on wooden table(l) Woman holding up two types of ground beef while at store(c) Pile of Ground meat at store(r)

‘I was getting the Jennie-O!’: Expert exposes the real reason your ground turkey is ‘super dry.’ Here’s what to look for when you buy

Man shares ribeye alternative(l) Sealed Meats at store display(r)

‘You wanna learn a trick?’: Meat expert reveals ribeye alternative that is only $9.99 per pound. But is it worth it?

Close-up of cigarettes in pack(l) Man shares information about french fries(c) French Fries in basket(r)

Expert claims one 5-ounce serving of French fries is as bad as 25 cigarettes. Here’s why

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

woman looking to the side(l) Tropical Smoothie Cafe(c) Acai Bowl(r)

‘The girl’s like laughing’: Tropical smoothie worker gives customer an acai bowl. Then she says she has to wait 15-25 minutes to eat it

Phil West is a veteran professional writer and editor, and his works include two nonfiction books and articles in myriad print and online publications.

Phil West

Someone grabbing sea salt off Costco shelves on left. Costco logo on store on right.

‘Not even their Kirkland brand!’: Buy your salt at Costco? It could be the real reason you’re tired all the time

Bob's Red Mill egg replacement with text overlapping that reads: "When you find 34 eggs at $4.99" on left. Bob's Red Mill egg replacement with text overlapping that reads: "Been buying these for months. I only eat eggs when my grandson buys them or when I get them on a crab plate. I refuse to buy them!" on right.

‘Does it come out the same?’: Target shopper finds egg replacer for only $4.99. It can make 34 eggs

Man in hat in the kitchen making recipe in crock pot with text over that reads "throw in a Crock Pot" "Crock Pot Recipe To Pack on Muscle" on left. Spiced chicken with basil leaves on right.

‘Took you 5 minutes to prep’: Expert shares how to make ‘easiest,’ ‘cleanest,’ ‘high-protein’ balsamic chicken Crock-Pot meal

Amara Thomas is a freelance writer and cultural worker. She has written for the FADER, the Village Voice, Gothamist, and Highsnobiety.

Amara Thomas

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‘This is a lot of shrimp’: Publix customer exposes little-known seafood counter secret

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

‘How is this possible???’: Man reaches for Cheddar & Sour Cream Ruffles. Then he discovers it’s equal to the price of a ribeye steak

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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‘Such a good response!’: Grocery shopper tries to buy 2 egg cartons. Then a cashier steps in

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

Melody Heald

Person upset and explaining experience at Dunkin' Donuts with text over that reads: "DUNKIN IS OUT HERE STEALING FROM US!" on left. Dunkin' Donuts logo on right.

‘Oh, all right. You got my money’: Man places $10 Dunkin’ order. Then he sees the ‘pitch black’ store

Tiffanie Drayton is a geek culture and lifestyle reporter whose work covers everything from gender and race to anime and Xbox. Her work has appeared in Complex, Salon, Marie Claire, and elsewhere.

Tiffanie Drayton

Screenshot from Tiktok user @livvgerr of a man on the phone; Photo of a hotel worker pushing a room service food cart.

‘I’m so confused how they had access to our room’: Hotel guest orders room service. Then he learns ‘turn down’ service took it away

‘Dairy Queen charges 50 cents per sauce package’: Burger King customers ask for extra sauces at the drive-thru. Then a worker steps in

Screenshot of Tiktok user @the1vinnyc; Screenshot from @the1vinnyc's Tiktok with her hand hovering over a loaf of Sara Lee bread.

Food