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.

dog leaves behind food for friend

Pup who shared her food bowl still leaves half the kibble behind after other dog passes away

You're going to need a box of tissues for this.

On Jun 15, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Skittles releases limited-edition white candies for Pride Month

The brand wanted to express its solidarity with the LGBTQ community, but instead it's managed to infuriate others.

On Jun 13, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Britney Spears’ Auto-Tune-free ‘Toxic’ take is flawless

Prepare to be amazed.

On Jun 8, 2017 by Monica Riese

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Much anticipated sequel to Monument Valley drops during Apple event

Three years later, Monument Valley 2 is finally available for iOS.

On Jun 5, 2017 by Monica Riese

Stefano Rossi as the title role in Voldemort: Origins of the Heir

The ‘Harry Potter’ prequel about Voldemort is actually happening

Get the story of Tom Marvolo Riddle before he became He Who Must Not Be Named.

On Jun 2, 2017 by Monica Riese

McKayla Maroney thong

McKayla Maroney’s saucy thong video isn’t what you think it is

The gymnast-turned-aspiring-musician has dabbled in these waters before.

On May 15, 2017 by Monica Riese

Luke's Diner lego

Stop everything and help make this ‘Gilmore Girls’ Lego set a reality

It even has a tiny 'no cell phones' sign!

On May 12, 2017 by Monica Riese

Binging With Babish does Seinfeld muffin tops

‘Binging With Babish’ conquers the ‘Seinfeld’ food trifecta

Elaine's muffin tops, the Soup Nazi special, and Jerry's favorite babkas are all on the menu.

On May 9, 2017 by Monica Riese

Rick and Morty tour truck

Rickmobile hits the streets in massive ‘Rick and Morty’ promo tour

Tiny Rick! But giant!

On May 5, 2017 by Monica Riese

Darth Vader

Darth Vader costume forces school evacuation on Star Wars Day

Asteroids do not concern me, Admiral! And neither should costumes.

On May 4, 2017 by Monica Riese

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The TBS ‘Star Wars’ Day marathon is wrong on so many levels

These are not the droids you're looking for.

On May 3, 2017 by Monica Riese

Emma Watson FaceTime

Emma Watson greets a studious fan on FaceTime

When it comes to fan interaction, Emma Watson is in an [Ivy] league of her own.

On May 3, 2017 by Monica Riese

goth black ice cream

The secret to that black ice cream you’ve seen everywhere

Here's what it is, where to get it, and even how to make your own 'goth' ice cream.

On Apr 28, 2017 by Monica Riese

Mega Man cosplay

This Mega Man cosplay cost less than you think

This is just downright impressive.

On Apr 27, 2017 by Monica Riese

Rick and Morty Welcome to Night Vale mashup

Someone put ‘Rick and Morty’ together with ‘Welcome to Night Vale’—and it’s bizarrely perfect

'Area 51 but for NPR' meets 'alternate reality Back to the Future.'

On Apr 27, 2017 by Monica Riese