Apple’s release of the iPhoneX has been the most eagerly anticipated iPhone yet due to its new features. Some brand new features include Face Id, a sleeker design, and the removal of the home button. Being that Apple is one of the most valued and trusted brands; it is inevitable that the release of a […]
Read more "The iPhone X: the worst best iPhone yet"As special council led by Robert Muller investigates possible collusion between President Donald Trump’s campaign and Russia, the role of social media with ties to pro-Kremlin eager to influence the 2016 presidential election is under scrutiny. The New York Times reported in September that Twitter — pro-Russian accounts posing to be Americans and “bots”— might […]
Read more "#Russia: It’s more than just Robert Muller investigation"I researched the hashtag #KylieJennerPregnant. There are a number of opposing views surrounding this pop culture scandal. Some people are putting on their detective hats and trying to figure out if the rumors are indeed fact or fiction. Others are calling out the Jenner/ Kardashian family and saying that the pregnancy rumors are a […]
Read more "#KylieJennerPregnant… Fact or Fiction?"“#TheWalkingDead” has been trending on Twitter for a few years now. Since the show’s return this season, #TheWalkingDead can be seen on Sundays, both before, during, and after the latest episode is aired. Tonight, Sunday, November 26th, The Walking Dead (TWD) featured a jaw dropping episode, which created even more buzz than usual. The surplus […]
Read more "#TheWalkingDead"Cyber Monday, the Monday after Thanksgiving, has quickly become its own holiday. What was once known as a second chance for shoppers who may have missed deals on Black Friday, has become almost more popular. Shoppers do not have leave their homes and everything they want is one click away. Due to the fact […]
Read more "Beyond the Steals and Deals"As 2017 comes to a close and society moves forward in a “Post Weinstein Era”, the hashtag #MeToo continues to gain popularity. This movement is seen as a medium to share stories of sexual abuse. #MeToo actually serves as a vehicle to give people the sense of the magnitude of the sexual abuse epidemic. Most […]
Read more "Creating Awareness with #MeToo"It’s no secret that the NFL has had its fair share of controversies. With everything from the national anthem protests, to the CTE argument, Colin Kaepernick’s holdout, and Commissioner Goodell’s antics with Jerry Jones, the NFL encompasses much of the media’s daily coverage. Social media is rampant with comments relating to these controversies, but #TakeAKnee […]
Read more "The NFL Nightmare"The Republican Party’s tax reform bill has been a subject of attention for the media and on social media for weeks, and the stakes are rising as GOP leaders try to push the bill through the Senate. Though the fate of the bill is unknown, one thing is for certain: Twitter users have a wide […]
Read more "To tax or not to tax: How the GOP’s tax reform bill took over Twitter"Gun legislation seems to be a major topic after every mass shooting in the United States. The conversation resurfaced after the Las Vegas and Texas attacks earlier this fall. The hashtag #GunControlNow started trending on Twitter. Many advocates for stronger gun control legislation used it to contribute their thoughts to the conversation. The hashtag seems […]
Read more "Some people don’t want #GunControlNow, but they’ll use that hashtag to let you know"I chose #NetNeutrality to analyze because the issue is so divisive in the country right now. Even though it’s been a week since Ajit Pai announced his proposal to do away with net neutrality, people are still arguing vehemently about it. The vast majority of popular and high engagement tweets are those coming from people […]
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