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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

Screenshots from Tiktok user @johnforce03 of a sticker under a Buick and a Buick exterior.

‘I’m surprised they haven’t slapped a Grand National sticker on it’: Mechanic notices warning sticker under Buick SUV hood. Then he ignores it

Ilana Gordon is a culture and entertainment writer based in Los Angeles. Ilana&#8217;s writing has been featured in places like: the A.V. Club, the Takeout, Atlas Obscura, Huffington Post, McSweeney&#8217;s Internet Tendency, the Belladonna Comedy, Reductress, Mashable, the Second City Network, RedEye Chicago, ART + marketing, the Muse, Dose and OMGFacts.

Ilana Gordon

Screenshots from Tiktok user @thatgirlsydjo from her series "The Group Chat".

Culture

Millions are watching ‘The Group Chat,’ the TikTok series about a girls’ night gone off the rails

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

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‘I’m just upset I was lied to’: Woman orders $100 berry chantilly cake from Whole Foods. Then she tries to make a request

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

2 panel image of a person explaining on TikTok.

‘Give credit where credit is due’: Reformation x Devon Lee Carlson collab accused of copying Indian fashion without credit

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

Brooke Sjoberg

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‘We will never have another dryer in our house again’: Woman warns against this common habit with your dryer. Then she reveals how she almost lost everything because of it

Screenshots from Tiktok user @benzblogger of a Tahoe, the keys to a Tahoe, and a Mercedes.

‘She just ate 10k in depreciation’: Woman trades in Chevy Tahoe after only 98 miles. Then salesperson reveals the No. 1 reason drivers get buyer’s remorse

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

Susan LaMarca

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‘He was too embarrassed to bring this to school’: Fourth-grader refuses to take snacks in a sandwich bag. Then he explains why

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

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‘Sending back today’: Woman receives a package containing swimwear for 1-year-old child. Then she’s shocked by what’s inside

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

Braden Bjella

Costco Card and Receipt(l) Man shares why to always keep your costco receipt(c) Costco Wholesale logo on building(r)

‘Receipt of shame’: Costco shopper throws receipt away in the store. Then he finds out what the store does

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‘More cars than they know what to do with’: Carvana customers return Chevrolet. But the company won’t pick it up

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’m amazed it made it to 96K’: Mechanic opens up hood of Ford Escape. Then he proves why the EcoBoost does more harm than good

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‘You definitely saved my dad’s life’: Instacart shopper drops off groceries for elderly customer. Then she goes inside

Gerard Conroy is a freelance writer covering internet culture, human interest stories, and the cultural shifts defining modern life. Growing up in a small town and now living in a big city, he brings a broad perspective to viral moments—connecting them to larger cultural forces with equal parts sharp analysis and humor. He also enjoys writing about fitness, music, and the evolution of food and drink culture.

Gerard Conroy

‘I’ve seen the sky glitching in real time too’: Man claims he saw the sky ‘glitch.’ Then she shows the moment he captured it on his phone

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‘LinkedIn, here I come’: Target worker earns a raise. Then he gets his check

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

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