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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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Culture

“I’m flabbergasted”: The “pink jacket girl” who went on a mall rampage has become a diva anti-hero legend

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

“Love a good redemption arc”: Demi Lovato returns to The Bigg Chill after  viral 2021 frozen yogurt controversy

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

“Please respect my journey”: Is polyphonic perception real? TikToker becomes a meme after bold claim

“A true historical landmark”: People are making tribute videos at the Target  where a woman shoplifted for 7 hours

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 tearing up”: Oakwood rapper Kreayshawn hits the stage for the first time in a decade after being introduced by John Waters

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

“I’d wake up screaming”: Mini horse playing the keyboard in a hospital goes viral with mixed reactions

simpsons predicted coldplay couple debunked

Too many people are convinced “The Simpsons” predicted the Coldplay couple, sparking a discussion about media literacy in the age of AI

Memes

“What a time to be alive”: The internet is filled with “Coldplay Couple” memes—here are 30 of the best

affair exposed at coldplay boston concert

“You know that company Slack board this morning is on fire”: Did the fan cam at Coldplay’s Boston concert expose a company’s CEO and the head of HR’s affair?

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

“What is this?”: Woman has a C-section while giving birth. Now she says something was left inside her

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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“It usually takes me $60 to fill my tank”: Woman fills up her car’s gas tank “the slow way.” Then she sees how much further it’ll take her

Benson Boone sings on stage. Crumbl Cookies signage at storefront. Benson Boone's Moonbeam Crumbl cookie floats above a pedestal, with a colorful yellow and purple icing.

“I was expecting to hate it”: Benson Boone now has his own Crumbl Cookie. Here’s what fans think about it

Trader Joe's shopper reaches into June Shine variety pack and selects which individual flavors she wants to buy. She puts a few in her cart.

“Trader Joe’s employee here!”: Shopper goes through June Shine canned margarita box to pick out flavors she wants at Trader Joe’s. Is that allowed?

Creator of the Hawk Tuah meme Haliey Welch sits in front of a mic, across from comedian Whitney Cummings as they record an episode of "Talk Tuah."

“#NotMyHailey”: Slurs dropped at “Talk Tuah” live taping as event descends into chaos

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