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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

Woman holds up a piece of chicken(l) Wendys Logo on building(r)

‘HOW DID U NOT REALIZE?’: Wendy’s customer orders chicken sandwich. Then she takes a bite

Man shares why not to use fabric softener(l) Pouring fabric softener on washing machine(r)

‘One of the worst things you can use’: Expert advises you to ditch the fabric softener. Then he reveals it’s doing more harm than you think

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

Parking Garage(l) Toyota Dealer Sign(c) Woman looking shocked(r)

‘Stacker parking has to be the worst’: Toyota driver walks to apartment’s parking garage. Then she reveals how she gets her car out

Alexandra Samuels is a national political reporter and contributor to the Daily Dot, where she started as an intern covering politics in the summer of 2016. She enjoys all things Marvel, keeping up with the latest TikTok trends, long walks with her pup, and reading murder-mystery novels.

Alexandra Samuels

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‘Sorry had to get rid of it’: Wingstop customer receives strange note with to-go order. Then she sees what the worker gave her

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

Woman talking(l), Yondr pouch with phone inside(r)

‘This is unacceptable’: Student claims school spends $80K on Yondr pouches to lock up phones. Then they run out of lunch food

Terms of Service App(l) Woman shares to read user agreements(c) Person holding phone with Mobile Baking App on display(r)

‘Do NOT sign’: Woman warns against new user agreements from your banking apps, PayPal. Here’s what it means for your data

Steve Ecker is a freelance reporter based in Austin, Texas. He has an extensive background in consumer marketing and is also an artist running Get Lost Collages.

Steve Ecker

2 panel image: on the left a person explains and on the right is the Ford logo.

‘Thanks for the idea’: Expert says thieves are targeting these Ford trucks—all because of this specific part

Woman shares update on status of Forever21(l) Forever 21 Building(r)

‘She said this time it’s for real’: Woman walks into Forever21. Then the worker tells her something shocking

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

2 panel image: on the left is a home with keys in front, and on the right, a person explains.

‘Is the inspector not supposed to tell you this??’: Woman purchases new home. She didn’t expect this to come with it

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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‘I believe him’: Mom tucks in her 3-year-old son. Then he asks if she can ‘make the monster go away’

Chad Swiatecki is a 30-year journalist who relocated to Austin, TX from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He writes regularly for Austin Monitor, and has written for Rolling Stone, Spin, New York Daily News, Texas Monthly, Austin Business Journal, Austin American-Statesman and many other regional and national outlets.

Chad Swiatecki

2 panel image showing you a car and a person pointing at it. Text over says: This is not a normal Elantra!

‘I’m putting this car on the map’: Man buys new Hyundai Elantra N. There’s just one problem

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

2 panel image: the exterior of a Trader Joe's sign on the left and a display case of eggs on the right.

‘This is why I fear eggs’: Shopper buys eggs at Trader Joe’s. Then they find this 21 days later

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‘This is educational’: Texas Roadhouse customer orders a glass of wine. Then she sees the pour

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

‘I KNEW this had to exist somewhere!’: Woman shows off all-glass air fryer. Is it really better for you than stainless steel?

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

Melody Heald

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