Weekly Digital News: Totally Twitter

Posted on November 6th, 2009 by SkyeMcIntyre

First, a confession: we openly admit to having done a Twitter-centric post in the past. We would never try to pull the wool over our 360PR Blog reader’s eyes. However, with the introduction of Twitter lists, we felt it only appropriate to devote an entire post to the just-launched feature. Yes, it really is that cool. So without further ado, readers, meet Twitter lists.

Mashable “HOW TO: Use Twitter Lists” - If you’re unfamiliar with Twitter lists, this piece should be your next read. Instead of following a mass group of people, you can now separate your tweeps into categories. Want to see what your favorite brands, bloggers or journalists are up to? Now you’re able to all of their tweets in one stream. The best part? You can group those you follow any way you want.

Mashable “4 Ways News Organizations are Using Twitter Lists” - Though Twitter lists is a brand new feature, companies, namely news outlets such as the LA Times, New York Times, and Huffington Post, have found ways to organize their followers in creative and helpful ways. Steal a page from CNN’s play book with this piece. After all, replication is the most sincere form of flattery.

Mashable “Twitter Lists in Action: NHL Builds a Social Network for Fans” - Who would’ve guessed that the National Hockey League would be a front-runner in Twitter technology? Off the ice, the NHL is Twitter list savvy. If you’re a hockey fan, tweet @NHL with the name of your favorite team. The NHL wants you on the list.

Filed under: Internet, Social Media |

One Comment

Cindy ~ Nov 7, 2009 at 8:36 am

Nice! Can’t wait to start using Twitter lists! Im sold.

Discussion | Share Feedback

NPR U.S. News Headlines

Black Leaders Ask: Where's Our President? March 12, 2010

From President Obama on down, a new wave of black politicians who eschew identity politics has risen across the country. But that has many in the black community feeling that a historic opportunity to address urban issues is slipping away.

We Bought A Toxic Asset; You Can Watch It Die March 12, 2010

Remember those complicated bonds full of home mortgages? The ones that almost brought down the economy? A team of reporters with NPR's Planet Money used $1,000 of their own cash to buy a tiny piece of one — and plan to track it until it dies.

Obama Postpones Trip To Indonesia March 12, 2010

President Obama is delaying his trip to Asia next week to focus on his big push on health care. The White House tweeted the announcement. His family was going to go with him but they will not now. The White House wanted Congress to act on the health care bill by March 18, Obama's original departure date.

Christian Groups Find Way Around High Health Costs March 12, 2010

The nonprofit Samaritan Ministries transfers money among its members to pay each household's health care costs. Benefits to members include lower monthly payments and faith-based policies, but there's no guarantee their bills will be covered. Several evangelical Christian groups are using similar approaches.

Administration Turns Eye Toward Big Agribusiness March 12, 2010

Top Obama administration officials launch a series of workshops Friday delving into agriculture antitrust issues. Some big agribusiness firms say the forums will showcase a well-functioning, free market, but some producers think the probe will expose a system increasingly hostile to traditional family farms.

NY Times Business

Patchwork Retirement Plan Adds to Greece’s Debt Woes March 11, 2010

Greece’s retirement plan, which lets 14 percent of its work force retire early, has become divisive in Europe.

By LANDON THOMAS Jr.

Lehman Brothers Hid Borrowing, Examiner Says March 12, 2010

The bank used accounting gimmicks to hide its weakness in the months before its bankruptcy, a report says.

By MICHAEL J. de la MERCED and ANDREW ROSS SORKIN

U.S. Retail Sales, Topping Forecasts, Rose 0.3% in February March 12, 2010

When car and gas sales were excluded, the gain was 0.9 percent, raising hopes that Americans were growing more confident about the economy.

By JAVIER C. HERNANDEZ

Wall Street Again Struggles to Find a Footing March 12, 2010

Shares initially gained after a rise in retail sales was reported, but slipped after a disappointing report on January’s business inventories.

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Janet Yellen Is Said to Be Picked for a Fed Seat March 12, 2010

Janet L. Yellen, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, is thought to favor keeping rates low.

By SEWELL CHAN

Boston Globe Magazine

Overworked? Here’s how to deal

The good news is you still have a paycheck. The bad news is, as staffing ranks have shrunk, your workday is lengthening and your in-box is bursting at the seams. What’s an overwhelmed employee to do? Try these eight tips from career counselors.

Alison Lobron

Chin up: The few, the proud, the holdouts

Some fields are thinning fast, but if -- like these intrepid folks -- you’ve got drive, flexibility, and a competitive spirit, you can endure in the job you love.

Mark Pothier

Powering up your resume

In tough times, spamming the world with the same old resume just doesn’t cut it. Don’t give up -- change your strategy.

Michael Fitzgerald

Don’t forget us, Oscar

Boston can’t quite be considered best city in a supporting role. But we’ve had our moments.

Joel Brown

A mother’s tally

Is it wise to count your children’s sexual partners?

Marianne Jacobbi

http://www.360prblog.com/

Categories

Archives

Events Calendar

What We're Reading