Tech giants continue to remove Canadian news from social platforms
Tech companies such as Meta and Google continue to disagree with newly passed law, Bill C-18. Online users have been voicing concerns over this controversial change.
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Popular Instagram pug hospitalized
It only took about 4 hours to raise $20,000 for Lil’ Pickles the Pug, thanks to her social media presence, her followers, and other popular dog account influencers.
Entrepreneurs getting a foot in the door with Facebook Marketplace
Some small-business owners are finding more success with the social media platform than they were with other service-for-sale sites.
Students are addicted to social media
BY CASSIE TULECKI It’s almost unanimous; if you are part of the Net Generation (1980-1989) or iGeneration (1990-1999) and own a smartphone, you are probably addicted to social media. It is everywhere and accessible on just about everything. “I’m probably on my phone way too often, probably half an hour out of every hour,” said Sydney Thain, a second-year biotechnology technician student. Technology is taking over the younger generation’s … Continued
The mysterious meaning of Facebook likes
BY BETH CROUSE In a society shaped by social media, the excuse “but I didn’t mean it” just doesn’t excuse online behaviour. Ryan Millet, one of the 13 students involved in the Dalhousie University dentistry scandal, has gone public to protest his suspension. He wants people to believe that his adding a Facebook “like” to a suggestive photo of a woman sitting on the steps of a public building with … Continued
Facebook celebrates its 10th birthday
BY RANDI CLARKE For many years now, people have been trying to keep in touch with relatives, old high school romances and long-lost best friends. Up until 10 years ago, you required an e-mail address, home address or a land line number to keep in contact. Then along came Facebook. According to www.wikipedia.com, the website was based off of its predecessor, Facemash, a site launched on Oct. 28. 2003 and … Continued
Spotted bullying at Conestoga
BY HAILEY MERKT Caution, there is offensive language quoted in the story below. “All I wanted to do was expand this college and make it a better experience,” John said. “Originally the page was created to get students connected,” Jane added. John and Jane, (pseudonyms) are the creators of “Spotted at Conestoga.” They sat down to evaluate their successful Facebook page. Both wished to remain anonymous because they want the … Continued
