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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

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Starbucks employees sue company over dress code: “It’s unfair that a billion-dollar company puts this burden on workers”

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.

Lindsey Weedston

Left: man pointing to Kirkland medium roast ground coffee bag. Middle: Costco store front. Right: Man pointing at bag of Starbucks coffee in a Costco store.

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“We are being played”: Video reveals the big brands quietly making Kirkland products at Costco

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“Guess it continues to stay secret”: Starbucks officially adopts a “secret menu,” but customers can’t get it to load in the app

Makalah Wright is a writer for the Daily Dot. She 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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Starbucks baristas hype launch of the new Fireworks Frappuccino for July 4th, but customers aren’t sure: “But, like, what’s in it?”

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.

Anna Good

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Starbucks just changed how it charges for drink add-ons. Here’s what’s new

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“This is gonna confuse customers for sure…”: Fan-favorite raspberry syrup coming back to Starbucks for a limited time

2 panel image. Starbucks cup on counter on left. Woman rolling suitcase in airport on right.

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Dream job? Starbucks is looking for 2 content creators to travel the world

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

Brooke Sjoberg

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Changes coming to Starbucks rewards. Here’s how it will affect customers

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Starbucks just launched its 2025 summer menu. Here’s what’s on it

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

Nina Hernandez

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Starbucks workers show what new dress code looks like after more than 1,000 baristas go on strike

Screenshot of Tiktok user @connor_lee21; Photo of a Starbucks Mobile Order Pick-up counter.

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‘Having a boy name is so humbling’: Woman goes to Starbucks. Then she realizes the worker can’t find her

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

Mars Ramos

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‘I have the same exact thing for 3 bucks cheaper’: Customer goes to Starbucks. Then she reveals why you should never say ‘latte’

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

Split image. Woman in car explaining experience at Starbucks on left. Starbucks signage with clouds behind on right.

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‘YOU TIPPED TOO??’: Starbucks barista refuses to remake customer’s drink in drive-thru. Then she asks them to throw it away

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

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‘I would’ve crashed out’: DoorDash customer orders sandwich from Starbucks. Then she takes a look inside the bag

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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