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Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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‘I’m gonna guess somebody quit. … They went out with a bang’: Woman orders from Bath & Body Works. Then she sees what the worker packed

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‘I can confirm this is at every restaurant’: Man shares why you should avoid getting ice in your drink at the bar

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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‘I feel like if I walk away too far from the van, it’s gonna shock me’: Amazon worker says all drivers have to wear this now. Here’s how it’ll impact your deliveries

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

‘I’m NOT asking permission to use my own bathroom’: Woman goes to the bathroom for 5 minutes. Then she gets a message from her boss

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

Melody Heald

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‘The relief in his voice!’: In-N-Out customer assures worker he doesn’t have to repeat her order. Then he breaks character

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

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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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No PTO, high burnout: German man’s ‘mind blown’ response to U.S. work culture is going viral

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‘Would you look at that’: ‘Good’ Dollar Tree worker gets fired. Then he returns to the store to see how it’s doing

Summer Neylon is a freelance writer, bartender, and pastry chef. She graduated from Florida State University, where she studied English and music. She wrote species profiles and educational programs for kids at Florida Fish and Wildlife. In her free time, she enjoys listening to podcasts, reading, cooking, and playing &#8216;Zelda: Breath of the Wild.&#8217;

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‘I’ve watched this like 10 times, and I’m still amazed’: Texas Roadhouse server shows how the bread rolls are made

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‘Should the restaurant have to comp that?‘: Server warns customer about ‘super spicy’ order. Then the customer complains about having to pay for it

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

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‘PSA’: Woman shares the real reason you should always mute when you are on hold with customer service

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‘No job is worth my life’: Chick-fil-A worker says her car’s headlights aren’t working. She’s forced to stay at work until it’s dark out

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