Ever wondered about the evolution of the text term "LOL"? This article breaks down its origins dating back to the 80s! It explains how the term has gone through phases where today, we use it to lighten the tone of a text or as a transition word. #COMS367
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@KiaraBarksdale This reminded me of Jane Fonda's acceptance speech in English and Sign Language after winning an Oscars in 1979 to make a point when the Oscars refused to put closed captioning for the deaf community. We have certainly come a long way! #COMS367
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@christ_ietweets Interesting idea. I think it's worth looking into screen alternatives for kids because studies prove the adverse effects too much screen time can have on them. I would be worried, however, that with this device, it would quickly lose its allure after a few months of use #COMS367
This article highlights various companies and projects which aim to improve the beauty industry! It emphasizes the importance of using ethical and natural beauty products and supporting companies that give back to others.#COMS367 https://t.co/jUBBwPloX6
Wax cylinders were the first medium used to listen to and record sound in the late 1800s early 1900s. The New York Public library will be using a machine they recently obtained to delicately digitize a collection of opera performances! #COMS367 https://t.co/lcAUj3R14B
The EU makes a step forward in reducing fast fashion! They plan to ensure companies use recycled materials and also put a ban on ruining any unsold merchandise. The article states that we throw away “over 24 pounds” of clothes a year on average. #COMS367 https://t.co/WLYyGlmNkv
@Danielajtoro I agree. I think both Chris Rock and Will Smith crossed the line. Chris commenting on Jada's alopecia condition certainly hit below the belt and equally, Will could have defended his wife without having to resort to violence and slapping him, that's not the answer #COMS367
Board games are played and loved by people around the world. This article explores the white nature of board games and their effects on society. In their research, the author found that white men designed 92.6% of board games #COMS367
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Hans Zimmer won the Oscar for his work on the music film Dune under the category “Best Original Score”! Zimmer says he worked on the music for over a year, using women’s voices to achieve the right melodic feel to complement the film #COMS367 https://t.co/DCTPp0BxYW
Kanye West will not be allowed to perform at the upcoming Grammy awards due to his recent problematic online presence. He has recently taken to social media to make some offensive comments about (1/2) #COMS367 https://t.co/fian5meetk
@COMS367Marielle As a consumer, seeing how much stuff gets donated or thrown away is shocking. It makes you think twice about spending habits and fashion trends. It would be great if there were a large scale globally sustainable way to donate and reuse clothes that could also help other. #COMS367
Have you ever wondered what the most commonly spoken languages in the world are? This article breaks them down! It also lets you listen to 25 frequently used sayings in different languages narrated by people from around the world! 🌎 #COMS367 https://t.co/pRCYh2evMp
The last known speaker of the Indigenous Yamana language originating from the south of Chile has passed away at the age of 93. What does this say about the preservation of ancient language? Is it important is it to preserve it or is it inevitable? #COMS367 https://t.co/7qVLpCxQEa
@KateOKatt True crime really is a worldwide phenomenon right now! I think the interest stems from our desire to figure out what makes people tick. There’s still so much work that should (and probably is) being done trying to determine what physiologically #COMS367 1/2
There is a lack of family doctors in Quebec, especially in regions with higher concentrations of people. Lawyers will take on the issue next month to dispute these discrepancies, hopefully resulting in better access to family doctors provincewide.#COMS367
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Who knew Wordle could save a life?! After not receiving a daily text from their mother about her Wordle score, it drew a red flag for the daughters of Denyse Holt. They alerted a neighbour to find Holt being held hostage. #COMS367 https://t.co/lKhcymjG8B
@mira_coms367 The Oscars have this mysteriousness to it in terms of who/what film gets nominated or not. The academy decides who gets nominated and wins but I wonder if this system is somewhat outdated. I think at least some nominations should be based on a film’s box office success. #COMS367
Things are getting pricey $$$. This article looks at inflation on a global level exploring how it has impacted different places worldwide. It continues to skyrocket and there is no official way of knowing how far it will go #COMS367 https://t.co/zUVn7TSRzR