Why universities should start taking social media far more seriously
Social media is a risky space. Many people have learned this the hard way – 2016 began with several South ...
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Why ‘binge watching’ is to blame for kids not learning
The Collins English Dictionary unveiled a thoroughly modern concept as its word of the year for 2015: binge watching. It ...
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Targeting black viewers: What The Wiz Live! says about race and TV advertising
For two hours on a Saturday night in 1955, TV viewers in Harlem in the US turned off their television ...
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Climate activists take to social media for Paris summit, but who are they reaching?
With public demonstrations banned at the COP21 conference on climate change in Paris, climate activists are taking to social media ...
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Smiles all round: Why sharing happy news is good for you and everyone you know
I have some good news for you: happiness is contagious and affects the happiness of others with whom you are ...
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When authenticity and advertising collide on social media
Be true to yourself! Embrace the real you! Fundamental philosophical imperatives or contrived marketing slogans? The answer, of course, is ...
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