The web’s top three #7
We understand that everybody is overwhelmed with the information, recommendations and content that blasts out from social media every day. So we want to distil the best of the web by recommending...
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The web’s top three #6
The clocks have changed in the UK and we've finally had a view of the sun, but there are dark times internationally. We all want to keep on top of the news but not be consumed by it. We understand...
The web’s top three #5
We understand that everybody is overwhelmed with the information, recommendations and content that blasts out from social media every day. So we want to distil the best of the web by recommending...
The web’s top three #3
We understand that everybody is overwhelmed with the information, recommendations and content that blasts out from social media every day. So we want to distil the best of the web by recommending...
The web’s top three #2
It's a difficult week to sum up, this week. The world has become a lot more frightening for many people, and many more are desperate to help. The third of our picks this week addresses some of the...
The web’s top three #1
For the last 100 weeks, Global Comment has published a selection of our social media heroes of the week every Monday. Now we are launching our exciting new series to replace our weekly heroes. We...
Social media heroes part 100: the stories you need to see
Wow, we've done it! For the last 100 weeks, we've shared the best that social media has to offer every week. Prepare yourself for a brand new series starting next Monday. But, for now, here's this...
Cryptocurrency, NFTs and the metaverse threaten an environmental nightmare – here’s how to avoid it
Iwa Salami, University of East London As concerns rise and hearings are held in the US about the cryptocurrency industry’s effect on the environment, it’s time to address blockchain’s poor...
Social media heroes part ninety nine: the stories you need to see
The penultimate social media heroes. Enjoy the range of fun and meaning! @britishtransportpolice Even asking someone about the weather could help interrupt their suicidal thoughts. Trust your...
The cognitive bias that tripped us up during the pandemic
Taha Yasseri, University College Dublin The human brain is a marvellous machine, capable of handling complex information. To help us make sense of information quickly and make rapid decisions, it has...