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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Grab your headphones: Facebook is testing video with autoplay sound
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Student slams short skirt, make-up and selfie rules in 'porn ring' school
Student slams short skirt, make-up and selfie rules in 'porn ring' school


What mourning on Twitter can teach us about modern grief
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Facebook releases a Snapchat-like app that’s only for high schoolers
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Twitter has suspended 360,000 accounts promoting terrorism over the last year
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How to stand up to bullies with a simple emoji
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Race-related conversations remain divided on social media
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25 tips for becoming an online influencer
By John Rampton
25 tips for becoming an online influencer


Louisiana residents make best of 'historic' flood on social media
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Americans pledge #IllWalkWithYou in support of Muslim community
Americans pledge #IllWalkWithYou in support of Muslim community

A driver got caught hunting Pokémon by a police helicopter
A driver got caught hunting Pokémon by a police helicopter

Katy Perry unleashed a feline chatbot to help fans get their paws on her new perfume
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#SaveTwitter: How the fake hashtag created fears Twitter was shutting down
#SaveTwitter: How the fake hashtag created fears Twitter was shutting down

Facebook can now give you a 'guided tour' of 360-videos
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Twitter will soon open up Moments to all users
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Online gaming may boost school scores. Social media? Not so much.
Online gaming may boost school scores. Social media? Not so much.

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