Social Media

If you didn’t post it on social media, did it even happen? Social media is an umbrella term for platforms that enable users to post media (images, text, videos) to the platform and interact with other users. While specific motivations may vary, the general purpose of social media is to publicly share an aspect of your life. On Facebook that may be a misinformed political rant, on Twitter a witty remark about a viral topic, on Instagram a #humblebrag snapshot of your recent vacation, on TikTok a lip-sync video or cringe-y attempt at a new dance trend. Social media is also a major way to get news (accuracy varies wildly) learn about new trends, stay in touch with friends, and read/view apologies by influencers and celebrities who did something stupid on said platform.

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White nationalist Twitter has exploded since 2014
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A message from the robot who now runs Facebook's trending topics
A message from the robot who now runs Facebook's trending topics


Why we should worry about Facebook's Trending topics disaster
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One way to understand Anthony Weiner's compulsive sexting
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How social media stoked the false shooter panic at LAX
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How to avoid becoming the bully you hate on social media
How to avoid becoming the bully you hate on social media

How social media amplified anger over EpiPen's price gouge
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Florida hurricane threat reveals forecasting challenges in social media era
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Norwegian politician caught playing 'Pokémon Go' during defense hearing
Norwegian politician caught playing 'Pokémon Go' during defense hearing

Facebook's getting better at identifying photos, and it wants your help
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Snapchat is about to explode in popularity, report says
Snapchat is about to explode in popularity, report says

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Harambe memes chase Cincinnati Zoo off Twitter, Facebook
Harambe memes chase Cincinnati Zoo off Twitter, Facebook

Facebook really is keeping tabs on your political views
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Woman running @Ireland vows to stay strong against racist trolling
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Teen boys are 'abusing' girls online. But how do we talk about it?
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