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Facebook ‘enhances intelligence’ but Twitter ‘diminishes it’, claims psychologist

A reputable psychologist specializing in working memory and has been successful in helping children improve IQ levels and literacy. She actually champions video games and facebook as being helpful to working memory, but discusses how twitter and texting does not utilize working memory.

Source: Telegraph UK

Twestival: Improving the World With Social Networks

This is a story of a student who mobilized individuals via twitter to raise money and food for the homeless. Her efforts have expanded over the months and have organized many volunteers for her cause. This is an example of how online social networking and media can benefit humanity.

Source: Telegraph UK

Wikia Hits Profit Target Early

This article informs us that Wikipedia has reached profitability earlier than expected. This growth is credited to advertising and sponsorships. There are no disclosed financial figures in the article.

Source: Wall Street Journal