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Natasha Breu is a freelance writer with a master’s degree in Arts Journalism &amp; Communications from Syracuse University as well as a full-time research analyst in the private investigation industry. She is particularly interested in transforming life experiences into compelling narratives that readers from all backgrounds can relate to. Follow her on Twitter @nnbreu to keep up with her latest work.

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These female creators are demystifying personal finance on TikTok

Tricia Crimmins is a former Senior Reporter on the politics and tech team covering discrimination, identity, and the 2024 election. She can be found on Twitter at @TriciaCrimmins.

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‘This bothers me in so many different ways’: Teacher kisses adult student who is nonverbal, autistic, sparking debate

Steven Asarch is an internet culture reporter who lives on Twitch and YouTube. After graduating from Baruch College, he wrote for IBT Media, Newsweek and Insider. In 2021, he executive produced the docu-series &#8220;Onision in Real Life&#8221; on Discovery +.

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EXCLUSIVE: Internet personality Chris Chan did not escape from jail, despite viral rumors

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‘We don’t talk about the women and we need to talk about it’: Creator says she was groomed by 26-year-old at age 12

Grace Stanley was the Deputy Editor of Passionfruit, a site for creators, covering the latest creator news, labor issues, tools, and community resources. Grace’s work has been seen by millions on the Daily Dot. Starting as a reporter covering trending internet culture stories, they have become a go-to resource on all things related to the creator economy.

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Barbara Dunkelman, influencer and creative director at Rooster Teeth, describes balancing her work on and off camera

Nicole Froio is a Colombian-Brazilian journalist, researcher, and writer. She writes about pop culture, masculinities, work and gender, violence against women, inequality, digital cultures, and books.

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TikTok manifestation sounds promise quick and easy fortune, but WitchTokers want you to be wary of gimmicks

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Sober Instagram is reducing stigma around addiction

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‘Black ppl are so exhausted’: Shaun King’s clothing line allegedly under investigation over ‘issues involving purchases’

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Hairstylist says co-worker called wearing religious headscarf a ‘silly little game’

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‘They can’t read the room’: Buffalo Wild Wings server waits in kitchen because last table won’t leave

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Influencer and actress Teala Dunn gives advice for juggling multiple roles

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Anti-LGBTQ creators cause a rift in the TikTok puppet community

Gisselle Hernandez is a freelance journalist based in Belize, where she writes travel and internet culture pieces. She enjoys watching anime, playing video games, and covering all things TikTok.

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Tay BeepBoop has TikTok captivated with her whimsical home DIYs

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‘Sis she was intimidated by you clearly’: Karen accuses woman of eyeing her man at the gym

Daysia Tolentino was the editor of the Daily Dot&#8217;s creator economy newsletter, Passionfruit. Her work has appeared in Vulture, Bustle, InStyle, and Study Hall.

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