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Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

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“Should I call the cops?”: Freddy’s customer orders meal. Then they take a look at the “HELP” message on their receipt

Laiken Neumann is a Trending news editor based in Austin, Texas.

Laiken Neumann

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‘False advertising’: Customer ‘exposes’ Little Caesars Pretzel Crust Pizza after asking the manager what’s really in the crust

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

Melody Heald

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‘The whole staff heard this’: Woman asks Taco Bell’s AI drive-thru assistant an unusual question. Then the workers have to step in

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‘Why would they even believe that?’: Dunkin’ customer says man in front of her in drive-thru line told workers she was paying for his drink

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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‘Someone was too excited for that Cajun crunch’: Man pulls up to Wendy’s drive-thru. Then he notices a sign on the menu

Mars Ramos is a museum educator and freelance writer. She loves long walks in nature, doing yoga, and baking brownies.

Mars Ramos

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‘I don’t think we were supposed to be given this’: Customers order drinks from Chick-fil-A. Then they see what they’re served in

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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‘Jersey Mikes would never’: Man orders Panera for delivery and notices a sandwich is missing. Then he opens the bag of chips

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Taco Bell is bringing back a fan-favorite menu item—this time for longer

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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‘My stomach bubbling after I ate that’: People are loving Popeyes’ new pickle menu—but there’s one item they’d change

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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‘It’s still a ton of meat’: Arby’s customer buys half-pound roast beef sandwich. Then they weigh the meat

Katherine Huggins is a New York-based journalist and freelance contributor to the Daily Dot&#8217;s tech and politics section.

Katherine Huggins

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RFK Jr.’s diet whims thrust on HHS staff with new Steak ‘n Shake pop-up

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McDonald’s is bringing back the Snack Wrap. Here’s when you’ll find this beloved item on the menu

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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Man rounds up 87 cents at Taco Bell drive-thru for common charity. Then a worker intervenes

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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