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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

3 panel image, on the sides a person talks into camera. In the middle is the Lululemon logo.

‘I got written up for refusing to pester people’: Shopper walks out of Lululemon after being approached 6 times in 10 minutes. But are the workers at fault?

Beau Paul is a freelance writer from Austin, Texas. Beau also wrote narrative and dialog for the gaming industry for several years before becoming an entertainment journalist.

Beau Paul

Discount Tire(l), Woman talking(c), Cars waiting in line with text that says "Is discount tire the new starbucks?!? Hey Seriously what is going on"(r)

‘Go to Costco’: Woman questions whether Discount Tire is the ‘new Starbucks’ after having to get tires filled

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

3 panel image, on the sides a person talks in their car. In the middle is an adorable golden retriever puppy being checked out by a veterinarian.

‘Lemonade has absolutely saved us after we had $20k in vet bills for 3 nights’: Vet reveals the real reason pet owners need insurance

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

Man 1 talking(l), Air conditioning knob(c), Man 2 talking(r)

‘I have driven Toyota, Honda, Mercedes Benz and I can boldly tell you it does’: Mechanics reveal if running your A/C actually wastes more fuel

Nene Diallo is a freelance writer, artist, and art administrator based in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Nene Diallo

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‘This was my apron after 3.5 hours of being on bar’: Viewers are shocked after learning what Starbucks’ apron policy demands

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

Nina Hernandez

Farmer holding cotton plant with text that says "It is NOT LEGAL for farmers to save and reuse seeds...THAT is why your groceries are high."(l), Hand dropping seeds into soil(r)

‘Ain’t that the whole point of farming?’: Farmer says it’s illegal to reuse and grow their own seeds, claims it makes groceries more expensive

Woman inside Walmart(l) Walmart Store Front(c) Woman pointing at Walmart Store Products(r)

‘This started today’: Expert gets heads-start on Walmart’s Black Friday deals. You can get a Better Homes and Gardens throw for $10—that’s just the start

Woman talking(l), Hand holding phone with ticketmaster app(c), Woman's face cutoff with screen behind her of seating chart(R)

‘I DESPISE Ticketmaster’: Fan demands answers after catching resellers listing My Chemical Romance tickets for $13K

2 panel image, on the left is a person in a hospital bed with the text " Fob Sushi got my gf in the hospital for a whole week...." On the left Keith Lee speaks to the camera.

‘Keith Lee how ur stomach feeling?’: Man tries viral restaurant Keith Lee promoted. It lands his girlfriend in the hospital

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

Car Dealer Salesman(l) Car Dealer Making sales with couple(c) Car Dealer Salesman wearing blue jacket(r)

‘Make sure you run away’: Expert exposes why showing you a four-square is a dealership red flag

Je&#8217;Kayla Crawford was a trending news intern for the Daily Dot. Her work can be found at Distractify, Dexerto, and more.

Je’Kayla Crawford

two panel design with a man wearing scrubs in one, he is mid speaking and looking at the camera. The 2nd panel shows a closeup of 3 soda drinks.

‘Don’t tell me that’: Doctor weighs in on regular soda vs. diet soda—his answer may surprise you

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 think it’s weird but I am 100% trying this’: Woman shares Domino’s ‘Pizza Drop’ hack. But not everyone is onboard

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

Braden Bjella

Dusty Kia Carnival(l) KIA dealer sign(c) Woman wearing sunglasses(R)

‘I’m going to get my big fat check’: Woman buys a Kia Carnival. Then she’s back at the dealership returning it 3 months later

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

Melody Heald

Woman sharing Frosting Trick(l) Someone putting chocolate frosting on cupcake(c) Betty Crocker Frosting(r)

‘You’ve been using this wrong your whole life’: Woman says she just found out how to use Betty Crocker Frosting after reading directions

Tiffanie Drayton is a geek culture and lifestyle reporter whose work covers everything from gender and race to anime and Xbox. Her work has appeared in Complex, Salon, Marie Claire, and elsewhere.

Tiffanie Drayton

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