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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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‘I already know Pepsi is going to change the ingredients to cut cost’: Siete customers are stocking up after company was sold to Pepsi

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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‘9 customers called this week with the same problem’: Expert calls out dealerships for rebranding major oil problem

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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‘Screwed up my bill by $500’: Woman calls out ‘fake’ Verizon store for doubling her phone bill

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

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‘Perfect Solar Nails doesn’t want customers’: Woman tries to book appointment at nail salon. She can’t believe their response

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

Braden Bjella

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‘This is why Toyota will always be better’: Man can’t believe what Tesla interior looks like only 2 years after buying it

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

Whole Foods Market storefront(l), Woman talking with text that says "complete meal from Wholefoods for $12"(c), Deli food trays(r)

‘It’s delicious’: Whole Foods customer shows $12 ‘really healthy’ food court hack for when you don’t feel like cooking

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

Melody Heald

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‘RIP the $1 menu’: Customer orders the family Hot ‘N Spicy bundle at McDonald’s for $20. Is it worth it?

Katherine Huggins is a New York-based journalist and freelance contributor to the Daily Dot&#8217;s tech and politics section.

Katherine Huggins

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TikTok captivated by woman who found possible dead body after fearing her house was haunted (updated)

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‘They said it’s a safety hazard’: Man bakes cake for his friend’s birthday dinner. Then he learns restaurant workers ate the rest of it

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

Into the ‘nursery-verse,’ a movement that’s blowing up TikTok

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‘Come with me to get kicked out of a wedding’: Viewers defend bride who kicked out makeup artist for overstaying welcome

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‘I don’t care what anyone says. They are the best batteries hand down’: Man discovers Toyota car batteries are something different entirely when he peels the label

Grace Rampaul is a former intern at the Daily Dot. Grace is based in Austin and covers trending stories, entertainment, cultural phenomenon, and all things social.

Grace Rampaul

Hand holding phone with Doordash app(l), Man talking with text that says "Doordasher ruined my order because I didn't leave a tip"(c), Dunkin Donuts coffee cup(r)

‘I didn’t leave a tip’: Viewers divided after DoorDash driver destroys customer’s Dunkin’ delivery

Woman talking with text that says "why I stopped drinking Celsius"(l+r), Can of Celsius(c)

‘Is this an ad for me to drink them?’: Woman warns against Celsius after revealing why she had to stop drinking them

Amazon building Sign(l) Woman with pool in the background(c) White and Black Tank Top with plastic bag placed on top(r)

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