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Susan is a freelance writer following humanity one UGC at a time.

Susan LaMarca

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Culture

Men calling their friends just to say “sweet dreams” is the funniest thing on the internet right now

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

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Amazon is now refunding some customers for purchases made years ago. One shopper received $2,000

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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We already know what the last-ever Wikipedia article and edit will be, claims viral theory

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Straight men are dressing “gay chic” and gay men are dressing “macho,” according to TikTok

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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New Orleans has full-on bubble protest to defend bar after “some rich dude” complains bubble machine is messing with his Porsche

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“It worked like a charm”: Can’t stop crying at work? Clenching your butt may be the answer

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

“A fee for a parent to be a parent?”: Mom says she was charged $45 for wanting to stay with her 6-year-old daughter at the hair salon

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“A very good revelation”: Woman says she canceled Amazon Prime…and got her packages the next day anyway

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“I’m really perturbed by the butter yellow trend”: The pastel shade fueling fashion drama this spring

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Kids are repurposing Pokémon tins into cute lil DIY jewelry boxes. Here’s how to make one

Laiken Neumann is a former Trending news editor based in Austin, Texas.

Laiken Neumann

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“Thought they was lyin”: Wendy’s worker teases new Takis sandwich after finding box in the back

Pulmonologist illustrates exactly why he’s concerned that AI will take his job, sparking debate

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

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From salads to sushi, balsamic pearls are TikTok’s favorite food upgrade

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Woman’s unimpressed reaction to Trump during medal ceremony goes viral

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