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Mikael Thalen is a tech and security reporter covering social media, data breaches, hackers, and more.

Mikael Thalen

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‘What an amazing coincidence’: MAGA thinks E. Coli outbreak at McDonald’s is a CDC plot to harm Trump

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RFK Jr. forced to defend fast food as ‘American culture’ after Trump works McDonald’s shift

Rachel Kiley is a writer who sometimes writes things and sometimes is based in L.A., but is definitely always on Twitter @rachelkiley.

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Rachel Kiley

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Trump McDonald’s memes take off after publicity stunt

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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‘Staged with fake customers’: Trump critics call ‘McBS’ on his McDonald’s drive-thru appearance

Phil West is a veteran professional writer and editor, and his works include two nonfiction books and articles in myriad print and online publications.

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McDonald's worker reveals they have to get a manager involved every time order passes $50 limit

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‘The way $50 isn’t even that much food’: McDonald’s worker reveals a manager has to get involved every time order passes $50

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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‘My McDonalds is not MacDonalding’: Customer tries new Boo Buckets Happy Meal. Is it worth it?

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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‘I’ll be taking a tray home then’: McDonald’s customer places order at kiosk. Then it asks him if he wants a bag

Angela Andaloro proudly serves as a scribe, documenting all the shenanigans happening online. Her writing has been featured across Entertainment Weekly, PEOPLE, BuzzFeed, and more.

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15 incredible McDonald’s Happy Meal toys you could only ever get in Japan

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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‘Just bring back Snack Wraps!’: Ex-McDonald’s corporate chef tries new Chicken Big Mac—and notices there’s a key difference with the McChicken

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‘You strong because I would’ve left right along with them’: McDonald’s worker offers food for free after entire night shift walks out

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

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‘Those are the Walmart crocs’: McDonald’s customer orders Crocs Happy Meal. Then she opens the box

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

Melody Heald

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‘RIP the $1 menu’: Customer orders the family Hot ‘N Spicy bundle at McDonald’s for $20. Is it worth it?

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.

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‘Got paid the other day’: Could McDonald’s owe you money?

McDonald’s customer goes into the lobby after fast-food order. She can’t believe what else is missing

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‘I don’t even have ranch in here for my nuggets’: McDonald’s customer goes into the lobby after fast-food order. She can’t believe what else is missing

Mike Hadge

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