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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

GMC logo(l), Woman talking(c), Car transmission(r)

‘It’s actually worth less than what I owe’: Woman issues PSA about her GMC Sierra. The problem is widespread

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

Brooke Sjoberg

3 panel image. In the middle there is the McDonald's sign with a sunrise in the background. On the two side panels a bearded person talks in his car. The text " Is your McDonald's breakfast cold?" is overlaid.

‘There’s some new kind of contraption’: McDonald’s expert shares the real reason your breakfast is served cold now

Two panel Design with panel one showing a woman talking at the camera and panel two is someone holding up a bottle of Listerine Mint mouth wash

‘Is it the Listerine brand specifically?’: Surgeon warns Listerine is linked to this type of cancer—is it?

Amelie Allen was 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

3 part image where a woman explains in her car.

‘I have had so much missing from my orders’: Woman calls out DoorDash for 2 new policy updates, says don’t open the sealed bags

Braden Bjella is a culture writer. His work can be found in Mixmag, Electronic Beats, Schon! magazine, and more.

Braden Bjella

Two panel design with the left showing a close up of a woman talking, the 2nd image on right is a close up of an electric reader on a house.

‘I will never buy an EV’: Tesla driver shares what electric bill is after installing EV charging station at home

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

Melody Heald

Costco Receipt(l) Costco Wholesale Store Front(c) Costco Employee(r)

‘Just be honest’: Costco worker blasts customers who show up without receipts and ask for refund. Especially after he asks them when they made purchase

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

Ink Cartridge with text that says "Printer ink, it's a SCAM"(l), Man talking(c), Canon printer(r)

‘I could not believe what was inside’: Customer exposes how Canon printer ink is a ‘scam’

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

Three panel design with panel one a T.Mobil store, panel two is a woman who is talking in her car, and panel three is a person looking at their smart watch

‘Just get one from Best Buy’: T-Mobile tells woman they can’t keep her line on a new Apple Watch. Then she realizes the real problem with T-Mobile stores

Three panel design with one showing a front end of a red car the middle panel is of two men from inside of a car repair shop, they are surrounded by tools. The last panel is of a person showing a shocked expression of, "get that far away from me."

‘Ford Escape’: Mechanic issues warning on any car with an EcoBoost engine. Here’s why

Three panel design with panel one a close up of Bananas at a store, and panel two is a woman talking at the camera, and panel three is a Costco from the outside.

‘That’s how to cheat the system’: Costco shopper reveals how to hack your membership to get rewards points in cash

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

Homeowner warns again Champion Homes after spending $180K

‘Kitchen is stuck like this’: Homeowner warns against Champion Homes after spending $180K

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

Woman sharing experience on TikTok(l) Hilton Hawaiian(c) People on beach(r)

‘Don’t book a stay’: Couple books a room at Hilton Hawaiian. Then they check in

Phone projecting deepfake graphic(l), Woman talking(c), Hand holding phone(r)

‘It’s very scary’: Woman issues warning after brand uses AI deepfake of her to promote their product

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

Flight attendant(l) Airplane isle(c) Flight attendants(r)

‘This is why I travel with wipes and spray sanitizer’: Flight attendant reveals the ‘filthiest’ parts of a plane. It’s not where you think

Mechanic explaining what is done during vehicle inspection(l) Vehicle Inspection Report(c) Mechanic checking underneath vehicle(r)

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