Tuesday, April 19, 2011

News 4-19

Facebook creates Facebook Studio for advertising agencies and PR firms

Twitter users have shorter relationships- This TIME article publishes an OK Cupid study that is misleading, because if you look at the graph, there is no significant difference. This teaches viewers to read the substance of a story and not just look at the headline, because companies like producing quirky statistics that capture your attention.

Walgreens to install charging stations for electric cars- This is a move of the future, but how many people have electric cars and will use these? Regardless, it's inspiration for environmentalists as they see these stations at Walgreens, and I look forward to seeing one.

Bring a mug and get free coffee at Starbucks on Earth Day- April 22!

Match.com to check users in sex offender registry- GOOD. Why wasn't this happening before?! Shaina and I responded simultaneously and shocked as we saw this. But glad it's happening.

YouTube live streaming the royal wedding- How exciting that the entire world can virtually be at this huge event!

Things you learn in college- Someone I follow on Twitter found this on StumbleUpon, and it's a completely accurate list while being hilarious at the same time. Check it out!

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