The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken up how people interact on social media. This has been a big challenge for marketers trying to reach customers online. But it's also opened up new ways to use social media data to gain a competitive edge. This study introduces a fresh approach to social media intellig
For decades, Hollywood has tried to recreate the magic of "The Wizard of Oz" on the big screen. With the upcoming release of "Wicked, " starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, the industry hopes to finally capture the essence of L. Frank Baum's beloved Oz series. However, the journey has been anyt
China's central bank, known as the People's Bank of China (PBOC), has decided to keep the medium-term loan rate frozen at 2. 0%. This comes at a time when the yuan, the country's currency, is feeling some heat. The PBOC handed out loans worth 900 billion yuan (that's about $124. 26 billion) to some
Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson has been facing some heat lately for her campaign finance reporting. It turns out she made a few mistakes, like not reporting some deposits on time and accepting more money from contributors than the rules allow. She also had trouble explaining her camp
Some of America's wealthiest business leaders invested heavily in Donald Trump's presidential campaign, with each expecting different rewards. Elon Musk, the richest man in the world, spent over $200 million to support Trump. Since Trump's win, Musk's net worth has skyrocketed. He used his social me
Imagine you're a small bulbul or a larger hornbill, both birds living in a subtropical African savanna. You love to rest in trees, especially when it's hot. Scientists have recently used special tools called LiDAR and complex models to figure out how many trees provide a cool place to rest. They fou
In recent times, some blue state governors have been very vocal about their opposition to certain policies, even forming groups to resist them. California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts have been at the forefront of this movement. But there's a catch. People are leaving these sta
Ever wondered how the First World War, a massive global conflict, influenced the minds of social scientists? This collection of articles delves into how both new and experienced theorists from Europe and the United States were deeply affected by WWI. The war challenged their views on societal change
Imagine this: a group of scientists studied how women's roles impact the environment in big economies like Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa over 60 years. They used a fancy math method called Quantile Regression to find some surprising links. Turns out, when women are in charge (like b
China has been sending a clear message to Taiwan with recent military exercises. These aren't just shows of force; they're part of China's strategy to claim Taiwan as its own. The Chinese Coast Guard, now acting like a military unit, has been patrolling waters around Taiwan. This is a big deal becau
