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Amara Thomas is a freelance writer and cultural worker. She has written for the FADER, the Village Voice, Gothamist, and Highsnobiety.

Amara Thomas

‘We switched it up’: Costco shopper reveals there will be no more number calling at the food court

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

Brooke Sjoberg

Panera customer reveals trick to get free full-size sandwich

‘Usually with the You Pick 2 you only get a half-sandwich’: Panera customer reveals trick to get ‘free’ full-size sandwich

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

Southwest Airlines passenger warns this new carry-on rule may cost you money

‘Now that they have to refund for those canceled flights, they’re going to start creating fees’: Southwest Airlines passenger warns this new carry-on rule may cost you money

Allyson Waller is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and has written for other publications such as the New York Times and the Miami Herald. Outside of the journalism world, some of her joys include delving into book recommendations from TikTok, listening to pop culture podcasts, and playing with her dog, Theo.

Allyson Waller

‘I’m watching you Masterlock’: Shopper monitors Master Lock prices as women begin ‘slocking’ for protection

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

‘Fun fact about your car’: Man shares ‘hidden feature’ your car might have if it has backup camera

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

Melody Heald

Chipotle worker says her store is now rationing the chicken

‘Chipotle has a supply shortage. … How do you run out of chicken?’: Chipotle worker says her store is rationing the chicken

Grace Fowler is freelancer reporter and past summer media fellow with the Daily Dot. She&#8217;s a graduate of Texas State University, where she studied mass communications.

Grace Fowler

‘They are kicking you off the ship in Vancouver tomorrow’: Royal Caribbean suddenly cancels Alaskan cruise after guests boarded

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.

Charlotte Colombo

Taco Bell worker gets fired after customer shot out their drive-thru window

‘Wait You got fired????’: Taco Bell worker gets fired after customer shot out their drive-thru window

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

Mars Ramos

Mechanic shows the wildest tire that's ever come in

‘Never seen a Phillips tire’: Mechanic shows the wildest tire that’s ever come in. How does this even happen?

Mike Hadge

‘Bring my baby back’: Wally, TikTok’s favorite emotional support alligator, has gone missing

Chipotle customer walks out mid-order after worker gives him ‘half’ scoops

‘She knew it was wrong’: Chipotle customer walks out mid-order after worker gives him ‘half’ scoops

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

Martinelli apple juice recalled for unexpired reason

‘But it says no additives of any kind!!’: Martinelli apple juice recalled for unexpected reason

DoorDasher calls out customer for ordering twice in one day

‘This would have definitely fixed my doordash spending habits’: DoorDasher calls out customer for ordering twice in one day

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

Customer says restaurant owner wants to fight him for leaving a bad review

‘He sent me a Google Calendar invite’: Customer says restaurant owner wants to fight him for leaving a bad review

Woman gets government letter asking her to take in a child she’s never met.

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