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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

Woman shares what she found at Salvation Army(l) Racks of Clothing(c) The Salvation Army Thrift Store(r)

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‘MAKE IT MAKE SENSE’: Shopper finds Salvation Army selling ‘damaged’ Zara. Then she looks at the tags

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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‘Just completed my return’: Customer shops at Target. Then she learns about this policy change

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

Target Store Sign(l) Stop shipping sign near toy cart while hand blocks it(c) Woman looking shocked(r)

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‘Literally Costco is all we got left’: Shopper vows to stop shopping at Target, Walmart, T.J. Maxx. Then she reveals why

Mars Ramos is a museum educator and freelance writer. She loves long walks in nature, doing yoga, and baking brownies.

Mars Ramos

Screenshot of Tiktok user @tiktocksister next to a photo of a Dollar Tree store exterior.

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‘She’s going to pocket that cash’: Dollar Tree shopper says customer in front of her shorted cashier. Then the cashier adds their bill to hers

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

A photo of an entrance sign for Target; a screenshot of a a Target shopping cart filled with returns from @_dreadiaz_'s Tiktok.

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‘Sorry Tarjay’: Target shopper shows what her store looks like amid backlash over recent policy change

Heather Stewart is a freelance reporter. She was previously an executive producer at The Drag, UT&#8217;s award-winning podcast production house as well as a projects intern for KUT Austin. Her work can be found in the Austin Chronicle, the Victoria Advocate and more.

Heather Stewart

A man holds a box of Kevin's Natural Foods Paleo Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry next to an image of a beef and broccoli stir-fry.

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‘This is a bad decision’: Man calls out Kevin’s Natural Foods for ‘falsely advertising’ stir fry. Then he takes a closer look at the sauce

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‘Will def change my life’: Woman reveals the real reason your jacket has shoulder buttons. Here’s their little-known use

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‘These are brand-new’: Woman washes towels she got from Amazon. Then she tries to dry them

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

Melody Heald

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‘My 10-year-old UGGs are still fluffy’: Woman notices her UGGs are ‘less fluffy’ after a week. Then she learns the real reason why

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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Charlotte Colombo

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‘My life ain’t been the same since’: Former T.J. Maxx worker warns against buying ‘random’ snacks from the retailer. Then she reveals why

Makalah Wright 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 brand we all love?’: Shopper reveals little-known secret behind this Walmart brand. It’s actually Great Value

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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‘The Twix Dupe go so crazy’: Walmart shopper issues PSA to customers who buy Kit Kat, Milky Way, 3 Musketeers at the store

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

Braden Bjella

A photo of a Walmart exterior next to a photo of a hand in front of popcorn seasonings.

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‘I’m definitely going to Walmart just to see if I can find it’: Man buys Orville movie theater butter at Walmart. Then he reveals this little-known shopping trick

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

Nina Hernandez

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‘Big Lots is closing’: Hot Topic shopper sees $34.90 price label. Then they peel the sticker back

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