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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

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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

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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.

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‘I’ve been here 2 weeks’: New resident walks his dog down the street of his neighborhood. Then an HOA member in a golf cart stops him

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

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‘Someone please help’: New homeowner tries to remodel house. Then they see what previous homeowner left behind

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

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‘I ended up with 10 acres instead of 1’: Woman inherits land. Then she issues a warning to people looking to buy some

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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.

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‘This is what you get’: Homeowner refuses to pay for new driveway after job is done. Then the workers return

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‘Worst decision I’ve made’: Man says his monthly mortgage payment went up by more than $2,000. Then he calls out Ryan Homes

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‘I don’t trust blinds whatsoever’: Woman says you might be twisting your blinds the wrong way. Then she reveals why it’s a problem

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

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‘I just have to try it’: Man does the dishes. Then he discovers he’s been loading the dishwasher wrong forever

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‘My next washer will be a Speed Queen’: Woman’s GE washer and dryer combo breaks after 3 months. Then the GE technician tells her this

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