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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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“Happened to me”: Walmart shopper goes through self-checkout. Then, a worker steps in and insists on scanning the items

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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“Part of the agenda”: Walmart shoppers test theory that Great Value ice cream doesn’t melt

Eilish O’Sullivan is the Daily Dot&#8217;s associate managing editor. Her work has appeared in Mashed, the Austin Chronicle, and the Daily Texan.

Eilish O’Sullivan

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“Since nobody cooks anymore”: Walmart shopper finds 36-inch, $296 Blackstone griddle on “hidden clearance”—for only $106

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

Nina Hernandez

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Walmart warns that prices are about to go up—and soon

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Walmart is working on an AI assistant that would change shopping forever

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“I hope you asked for a refund”: Walmart shopper tries to order the viral cupcake bouquet. Here’s why she didn’t get what she ordered, according to a worker

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.

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This AirPod theft scam spanned Walmart and Target locations in 21 states. Now the retail chains are banding together

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

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‘I unfortunately had to pony up the $6.99’: Walmart rolls out basket fee. What is it?

Two panel image. Bouquet of red roses next to yellow roses on left. Walmart on right.

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‘Yellow roses are for friendship’: Woman goes to Walmart with her dad, teaches him what different rose colors mean

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

Brooke Sjoberg

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Changes are coming to 650 Walmart locations. What are these ‘stores of the future’?

Sabrina McCrear is a trending intern for the Daily Dot. A senior at Howard University, she’s majoring in journalism with a minor in biology, combining her passions for storytelling and healthcare advocacy. As editor-in-chief of Howard’s 101 Magazine, McCrear leads the charge in producing dynamic, engaging content. She’s written consumer advice pieces on maternal health, fetal well-being, and preventive medicine. Dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, she’s paving the way for a future in healthcare communication and advocacy.

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‘Who is telling you to buy these?’: Walmart shopper goes to checkout with 7 gift cards. Then, an employee sends her to customer service.

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‘Do not get your mom flowers this year’: Here’s why everyone’s ordering the $20 Walmart cupcake flower bouquet

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‘Now I am concerned’: Walmart recalls canned beans in 23 states, including Florida, New York, and Texas. Were you affected?

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‘Showed a video of me’: Walmart job applicant goes into store to check on application. Then they hit him with Uno Reverse card

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