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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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‘Spent 30 bucks on one’: Expert says you should avoid ‘soft-touch’ car washes. Instead, always go to this kind

Amelie Allen was a trending intern at the Daily Dot. She&#8217;s a senior at the University of Arizona, where she studies political science and journalism. In her free time, she enjoys reading, puppetry, and watching old movies.

Amelie Allen

2 panel image: on the left are boxes of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, on the right a person explains. Text over says: I was so appalled I couldn't speak.

‘What is this?’: Woman buys Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix. Then she opens the box

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

Braden Bjella

3 panel image: in the middle is a BMW logo and on the sides a person explains. Text over says: New car tour.

‘This is the literal best car’: Woman sits in driver’s seat of new BMW i7. Then she realizes it has an unprecedented new feature

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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‘They are not telling her’: Jersey Mike’s manager catches DoorDash driver going into bathroom with customer’s order. Then she calls DoorDash

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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‘I’m scarred for life’: Trader Joe’s shopper cooks $12 Rib Eye Steak. Then she takes a closer look

two panel design with a woman looking and complaining at the camera, next to an image of a Walmart

‘I noticed that too!’: Woman shops at Walmart. Then she notice something shocking about the Hispanic aisle

Rachel Kiley is a writer who sometimes writes things and sometimes is based in L.A., but is definitely always on Twitter @rachelkiley.

Rachel Kiley

‘I’m in the same car as them at this point’: Cadillac driver demands answers after seeing reflection in rearview mirror

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

woman wearing glasses(l) Fresh Brownies(r)

‘I don’t think they should be doing this’: Woman uses Just Egg to make brownies. Then she takes them out of the oven

A photo of a waiter holding a plate with a burger and fries next to a screenshot of @madimccambleyy from their Tiktok.

‘The worst is chain ordering’: Server reveals the reason you shouldn’t order water after ordering a drink

2 panel image showing the sign at a Raising Cane's restaurant and person explaining in their car. Text over reads: This is your sign.

‘The manager laughed at us’: Raising Cane’s customer asks to buy loaf of Cane’s bread. Then the worker tells her how much it costs

Two panel image: on the left a person explains, on the right a person gives car keys to another person.

‘That’s a horrible idea’: Toyota technician says you should never turn in your keys like this at the mechanic

Adorable little puppy(l) Rover logo on green t-shirt covered in dog hair(c) Woman wearing hat shares her experience taking care of dog(r)

‘That’s a great life hack’: Rover sitter shares trick to catching dog if they run away from you

‘What business do they have adding this to a lotion?’: Man can’t sleep. Then he reads the fine print on his moisturizer

Makalah Wright has written articles for various publications based on mental health, relationships, and Gen Z-related topics. She is currently a senior at the University of West Georgia, where she studies public relations and music. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, shopping, traveling to new places, and playing the clarinet.

Makalah Wright

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‘I hate it’: Starbucks customers order drinks ‘for here.’ Then they learn about a new policy change

Olive Garden sign(l), Woman giving peace sign with phone(c), Olive Garden breadsticks(r)

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