For Politicians, Extreme Positions Mean More Twitter Followers
A study focusing on members of the U.S. House of Representatives provides evidence that social media may contribute…
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Can Facebook Foster Adolescents’ Empathy?
In a new study, social media usage is linked with an increase in understanding and compassion over the…
Facebook’s News Feed May Not Be Biased, but It Is Run by Liberals
Leaders at Facebook, Google, and a few top news sites contribute more to Democratic politicians. By Elena Gooray…
How to Run a Quick Background Check on Your Tinder Dates
A married investigative reporter suggests safe practices for life on Tinder. By T. Christian Miller Singer Cher Lloyd…
The Teen Sexting Overcorrection
Lawmakers are struggling to respond to libidinous teenagers in the digital age. By Madeleine Thomas (Photo: Sarah Dinu/Flickr)…
The Trouble With Retweeting
Chinese researchers report doing so reduces our comprehension of the very post we’re sharing. By Tom Jacobs (Photo:…
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Does Social Media Encourage Shallow Thinking?
New research finds frequent texters are less likely to engage in reflective thought.
On the Front Lines of Computer Literacy
From San Francisco to New York, non-profits and public libraries are educating the technologically illiterate, giving them tools they need to thrive in an ever-shifting world.
The Strange Trend of Professional Marriage Proposal Photography
What's accounted for the recent explosion of this super-niche industry? And what does it have to do with 1990s NBA star Shawn Bradley?