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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

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“So cooked”: Target employee says new products are arriving without price tags so customers can’t see price changes IRL

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.

Anna Good

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Starbucks just changed how it charges for drink add-ons. Here’s what’s new

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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ALDI announces price freeze on baby formula in the U.K. What about Americans?

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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“Exactly what the corporations are banking on”: HomeGoods shopper buys 2 decorative pillows. Then she takes a closer look at the receipt

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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“They learned from Walmart”: Home Depot won’t raise prices due to tariffs, leadership says

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“Just blatant”: Multi-state investigation shows Kroger routinely overcharging

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.

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“This is what I don’t understand”: Joann Fabrics’ closing sale sparks outrage

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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“I feel like that’s a lie”: Woman goes to 4 different car dealerships. They all tell her they aren’t allowed to negotiate

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, Playboy, and elsewhere.

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Gas stations caught charging credit card users an extra $1 per gallon

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‘What a shame’: Costco’s food court is raising prices. Is the beloved $1.50 hot dog combo safe?

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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‘That’s not the only thing that’s gonna change in price today’: Customer catches Home Depot and DeWalt reps changing prices in store. Their ‘best-seller’ went up by over $100

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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‘If I didn’t have the discount…’: Man buys 3 gallons of paint at Sherwin-Williams. Then he goes to buy more 3 months later

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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Restoration Hardware accidentally leaves manufacturing tag on rug. Then the customer finds out something they aren’t supposed to

Brooke Sjoberg is a freelance writer for the Daily Dot. She graduated with her Bachelors in Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin in 2020.

Brooke Sjoberg

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‘And they actually taste better’: Walmart shopper reaches for large $2.69 Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. Then he picks up the 1-ounce bags

Amelie Allen is a trending intern at the Daily Dot. She&#8217;s a senior at the University of Arizona, where she studies political science and journalism. In her free time, she enjoys reading, puppetry, and watching old movies.

Amelie Allen

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