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How social media and ‘word of mouth’ sources are reshaping local news

Axia PR

While television and newspapers have long been Americans' go-to sources for local news, new data shows that interpersonal channels like word-of-mouth and social media are growing in importance. Young Americans are embracing neighborhood updates from friends, family, and online forums.

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Maxim Behar: What will be the television of the future

Maxim Behar

Host: Television has a long history behind it. We were expecting the result to be dominated by the internet space, by social networks and everything that is developing there, but there seemed to be some balance. Maxim : It depends on the concept of television. Host: What does it mean for television to involve its viewers?

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Social Media Overtakes Print Newspapers as News Source

PRSay

For the first time, social media has surpassed print newspapers as a news source for Americans, Pew Research Center finds. adults said they often get news from social media, compared to 16 percent from print newspapers. Television remains the most popular way Americans receive news, though its use has fallen since 2016.

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Maxim Behar: Social media is the realm of free speech, which makes our world better

Maxim Behar

Maxim: First, I'm surprised there's such a day because every day should be a day of freedom of speech, especially now that we have social media. Everything has changed in the last twenty years, mostly thanks to social media. Now we have 4 billion publishers worldwide, which means 4 billion people who own media.

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How to Build a Brand with Social Media

PR for Anyone

There is no easier way to build a brand than with social media. Some people are discouraged or stressed by social media but it is a game-changer in terms of access and what you can do to reach a huge audience, quickly. Now, I want you to use social media and build out that brand. I reflect that in my brand.

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#Leaders Listen Up: #Millennials Share what Gets their Attention on Social Media

Deirdre Breakenridge

Social media continues to capture time and attention. Here are some of the stats revealing how much people participate in social media; where they spend their time; what they like to do and how often. Social Media Workshop in Princeton, NJ. The social media numbers continue to grow.

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They’re a 10, but They Don’t Join Social Media Trends*

Buchanan PR

C U T on Unsplash In the dynamic world of social media, trends have become powerful drivers of engagement, brand awareness and community interaction. Partaking in a social media trend can help spotlight businesses (and even help them go viral!) Photo by S O C I A L. by keeping content fresh, fun and culturally relevant.