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

Rachel Kiley

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“Just leave dude”: Random guy gets dragged for “ruining the vibe” photobombing New Year’s Eve pics

Susan is a freelance writer following humanity one UGC at a time.

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“I thought I was hallucinating”: London’s fireworks show included “Wicked” and a “Jet2 holiday” reference

Anna is a freelance writer with far too much time on her hands. When she&#8217;s not writing about memes and internet slang, she can be found running TTRPGs online.

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“So tacky”: The Washington Monument’s makeover for America’s 250th birthday is causing quite the commotion

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.

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“Worse than ever”: The 2026 New Year’s glasses are confusingly hideous for no reason

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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‘I would have canceled and requested a full refund’: Man plans to host house party. Then he goes to Ashley Furniture

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