What's the prevailing opinion on social media? Look at the flocks, says researcher
A University at Buffalo communication researcher has developed a framework for measuring the slippery concept of social media public opinion.
A University at Buffalo communication researcher has developed a framework for measuring the slippery concept of social media public opinion.
Social Sciences
Mar 16, 2022
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You've probably seen the video—or at least heard some chirpings about it.
Plants & Animals
Mar 7, 2022
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Messages posted by bots on divisive issues such as Brexit, immigration or climate have far less impact on users' views than those from famous people and influencers, researchers say.
Social Sciences
Feb 18, 2022
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Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa, who blasts off for the International Space Station this week, is an irreverent space enthusiast who has made headlines for splashing the cash on modern art.
Space Exploration
Dec 6, 2021
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Environmentalists and tourism operators on Mexico's Caribbean coast are complaining about mounds of foul-smelling sargassum—a seaweed-like algae—that are piling up on beaches and turning turquoise waters brown.
Environment
Jun 23, 2021
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people turned to social media platforms to share their feelings about the changes happening in the world around them. Essential workers—such as medical providers, retail and food service ...
Social Sciences
Jun 10, 2021
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After 17 years underground, swarms of cicadas are emerging across the eastern United States—and for one Washington chef, the rare bug invasion was his cue for a cookout, with a side of food ethics.
Other
May 25, 2021
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"I'm safe on Mars" isn't a tweet you see every day.
Space Exploration
Feb 19, 2021
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A QUT study of two interrelated Twitter hashtag campaigns in relation to the Victorian Premier Dan Andrews' handling of the COVID-19 second wave found the activity was driven by a "small, hyper-partisan core of highly active ...
Political science
Dec 23, 2020
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At least she didn't have to wait in line.
Space Exploration
Oct 23, 2020
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