Hashtags
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Twitter erupts with #LastTimeOilersMadePlayoffs hilarityAs many fans take to the Internet to share in their excitement, a humorous hashtag has emerged and now #LastTimeOilersMadePlayoffs is the top trending hashtag in Canada.CanadaMar 28, 2017
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Sweet tweets: The most memorable hashtags of 2016 US ElectionFrom #MUSLIMSREPORTSTUFF to #TELLAMERICAITSGREAT, the most memorable hashtags of the 2016 presidential campaign.Oct 26, 2016
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Gunman’s final tweet, hashtag hinted at Texas assaultAbout 20 minutes before the shooting at a Texas cartoon contest that featured images of the Prophet Muhammad, a final tweet posted on an account linked to one of the gunmen said: "May Allah accept us as mujahideen," or holy warriors.WorldMay 6, 2015
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Toronto election: Top apps, websites for last minute votersDespite the fact the Toronto election has dominated headlines for months, not everyone may be ready to cast their ballots. But don’t worry – there’s an app for that.PoliticsOct 27, 2014
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Will the Ice bucket challenge change how non-profits fundraise?The ice bucket challenge's phenomenal success is making other charitable organizations rethink how they connect with a younger generation of potential donors.CanadaAug 22, 2014
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#ISISMediaBlackout urges users not to share images of Foley executionJames Foley's execution has caused widespread backlash on social media, as users call on each other not to spread the graphic images released by ISIS.TechAug 20, 2014
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Is Twitter an Earthquake Detector?Can Twitter detect earthquakes? Not really, but turns out scientists working for the U.S. Geological Survey think it – not official channels -- may be the fastest way to find out about them, and get the word out.ScienceMar 17, 2014
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Victoria, Edmonton are the most selfie-obsessed cities in CanadaWhich Canadians are the most guilty when it comes to participating in the narcissistic practice of taking selfies? West Coast, we’re looking at you.CanadaMar 13, 2014
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