monica-riese

Monica Riese


Monica Riese is the Daily Dot’s former director of production, and she previously served as the publication’s entertainment editor and assistant managing editor. She is Raleigh, North Carolina, and formerly contributed to the Austin Chronicle, where her breaking news work was recognized by the Association of Alternative Newsweeklies.

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The 6 best classic board games

Dust off these old favorites before your next family game night.

On Nov 20, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Netflix pulls ‘Punisher’ panel from New York Comic Con after Vegas shooting

Marvel and Netflix released a joint statement expressing condolences to the victims.

On Oct 5, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Kim Kardashian shuts down Trump as he defends Puerto Rico recovery

Not a good look.

On Oct 1, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Lady Gaga has a theory for why Trump won’t send more aid to Puerto Rico

Do you think she's onto something?

On Sep 30, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Here’s a sneak peek at the fan-animated ‘Bob’s Burgers’ episode

Better watch closely.

On Sep 30, 2017 by Monica Riese

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This tattoo ink could be the future of healthcare

This could be a life-changer for diabetics.

On Sep 30, 2017 by Monica Riese

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NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt Jr. defends NFL protests

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s statement flies in the face of other NASCAR leaders' threats.

On Sep 25, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Merriam-Webster explains why Kim Jong-un called Trump a ‘dotard’

The dictionary's Twitter account has become as much of a must-read as the president's.

On Sep 22, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Michael Jackson’s daughter shows off stunning chest tattoo

This isn't Jackson's first tattoo—or topless photo.

On Sep 4, 2017 by Monica Riese

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This woman had to deal with 700 robocalls a day

This is the stuff of nightmares.

On Sep 4, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Tinder is making money hand over fist

Tinder Gold could be the game-changer the dating app needed.

On Sep 4, 2017 by Monica Riese

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John Oliver destroys Trump for Charlottesville silence on ‘Last Week Tonight’

'Nazis are like cats; if they like you, it’s because you’re feeding them.'

On Aug 14, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Tiki brand disavows white supremacists after Charlottesville march

Backyard torches want nothing to do neo-Nazism.

On Aug 14, 2017 by Monica Riese

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13 magical facts about ‘Gravity Falls’

Turn your Questiony the Question Mark face into an exclamation point.

On Aug 12, 2017 by Monica Riese

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White House: Trump acted ‘as any father would’ in crafting Trump Jr.’s Russia statement

In allegedly dictating his son's misleading statement, President Donald Trump was acting in his capacity as father, White House press secretary claims.

On Aug 1, 2017 by Monica Riese