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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.

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“Top tier jester”: Merriam-Webster trolls social media with “AI rollout”

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“I can see you recording”: Hamilton actor calls out the sudden rise of bootleg clips of Broadway shows posted to social media

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.

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“Today years old finding this out”: Marriott board chairman explains how to actually pronounce the hotel chain’s  name

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It’s “Fat Bear Week”—what to know about the social media holiday

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“Families deserve facts, not fear”: Autistic Netflix star Dani Bowman hits back at Trump and RFK Jr.’s Tylenol claim

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.

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“All it takes is one weirdo”: Popular Twitch streamers consider not attending TwitchCon this year after safety concerns

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The “Rizzbot” keeps going viral  interacting with humans on city streets. What is it?

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An “ecosystem jar” created in 2020 has TikTok spiraling out over the world growing inside—and proper disposal method

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“I hope this makes sense”: Hank Green apologizes to knitters after controversy

Lindsey is a Seattle area writer interested in all things society, including internet culture, politics, and mental health. Outside of the Daily Dot, her work can be found in publications such as The Mary Sue, Truthout, and YES! Magazine.

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