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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

Walmart shopper notices something unusual about the Great Value bagel pack

‘This isn’t normal’: Walmart shopper notices something unusual about the Great Value bagel pack

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 slams Amazon after it announces a major shift in Prime policy, Amazon app on phone, Amazon packages

‘Sounds like it’s time to order one..item..at..a..time’: Woman slams Amazon after it announces a major shift in Prime policy

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

Brooke Sjoberg

Hands holding ipad(l), Woman talking(c), Woman holding wire with small burn hole in blanket behind her(r)

‘My son had unplugged his tablet’: Woman says this common household device almost burned down her house

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

Samsung logo on building(l), Woman talking(c), Washing Machine(r)

‘Speed Queen all the way’: Shopper buys $550 Samsung washing machine. It breaks down a year later

Volkswagen logo sign(l), Woman talking(c), Volkswagen car(r)

‘I did do my research’: Driver buys new $50K Volkswagen. It already has transmission issues at 5 months old

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

Braden Bjella

Woman looking shocked(l), Phone with Etsy app and little boxes(c), Hand pointing to screenshot of etsy ad billing(r)

‘I didn’t even know’: Seller says Etsy charged her every time someone clicked through her store without buying

Honda Helix scooter(l), Man talking(c), Gas feature on scooter(r)

‘My ex just got a Honda Helix’: Man brags it’s only $1.84 to fill up his moped at 7-Eleven. There’s just one problem

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

Amazon HQ(l), Polk Sheriff talking(c), Hand holding amazon fire stick remote(r)

‘It’s not worth it’: Can you get arrested for having an Amazon Fire Stick?

Cupboard in kitchen that says "Putting back my entire kitchen on a Saturday morning because we opened the wronggg Amazon package in our house and...."(l), Woman talking(c), Amazon package(r)

‘I open all boxes outside bc of this…’: Customer shows what happens if you open your Amazon packages inside

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

Seven brew worker(l), Seven Brew sign(c), Dirty rag with text that says "and as you can see it's got these wet spots"(r)

‘He set it down for the next victim’: Woman warns to watch 7 Brew workers after catching worker doing this with drink-wiping rag

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

Phone with at&t app(l), Woman talking(c), Hands plugging in cable to router(r)

‘They’re gonna get real comfortable’: AT&T customer issues warning after 2 workers arrived to install her internet

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

Nina Hernandez

Woman talking over for sale sign and forest

‘The issues have not been with the house’: Woman warns you should never buy a home in a wooded area. Here’s why

Gingerale can(l), Woman sipping drink(c), Hand holding glass of soda(r)

‘Didn’t want to believe [it]’: Customer reveals what really happens when you order ginger ale and they’re out at a restaurant

Customer goes to ‘fancy’ restaurant and orders pasta. Then they spot the Barilla farfalle box in the back

‘Why I never buy pasta at a restaurant’: Customer goes to ‘fancy’ restaurant and orders pasta. Then they spot the Barilla farfalle box in the back

Man talking over signs for Honda, Toyota, and Subaru

‘Not a Subaru, Honda, or Toyota there wonder why’: Expert warns against buying a new car after he’s shocked to discover these makes and models at repo auction

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