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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

‘I think this looks a lot better than a RAV4’: Expert says new Mazda car is the ‘best of both worlds.’ Here’s why

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

Melody Heald

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‘Who pays 48 for a thrifted item?’: Woman buys $48 shirt from a vintage store. Then she checks the tag

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

‘I work in billing and you’ve got to hound them everyday’: Woman says Francesca’s owes her $67,000. Now she’s issuing a dire warning

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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‘Gotta do Kohls return and they give you a 20% off coupon’: Amazon customer issues warning after she tries to make 2 returns, discovers this new policy change instead

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

Nina Hernandez

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‘Learning about polyester has ruined my Target runs’: Mom says she can’t shop for her child because all the clothes, toys are made with polyester. Should you be worried?

Parks Kugle is a writer and reporter based in San Antonio. His work has appeared in Lumina Literary Journal, Wicked Local Newspapers, and various publications across the U.S. He enjoys comics and gardening.

Parks Kugle

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‘They wanted to be more like Tesla’: Mechanic slams 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E for not having a door handle. Here’s why it’s an issue

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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‘I would also contact their corporate office’: Woman says her items were stolen during Embassy Suites stay. She can’t believe the hotel’s response

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‘I NEVER recommend’: Woman warns against LASIK, says it ‘ruined’ her life

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‘It was wet’: Woman swears off food delivery apps after taking bite of caesar salad wrap. Can she sue?

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 unreal’: Couple requests refund for this Quality Inn room. The manager won’t let them check out

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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‘A miracle that no one got hurt’: Mechanic puzzled by cause of late-night one-car accident

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‘Is delivery that expensive?’: Walmart shopper buys 85-inch TV. Then he tries to fit it into his wife’s Honda CR-V

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‘I’ll never be convinced to get a Roku TV’: Man spots 50-inch 4K TV on sale for $229 at Target. Then he takes a closer look

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‘Why on Earth did you not call the police immediately?’: BJ’s Restaurant customers say IDs were confiscated. They are 23

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‘I had a guy that only went to Porsche for oil changes come into Valvoline with a stripped plug’: Audi mechanic issues warning about Jiffy Lube. What are the pros and cons?