As the lights went out in the Superdome, social media lit up like crazy.

As libraries close or cut hours, students without access to WiFi at home are turning to the local McDonalds to use their free WiFi to study and do research.

The disappearing middle class is dealing with some serious #FirstWorldProblems, like watery quinoa and no Shiraz for the beef bourguignon.

Ad triggers #ILookLikeAnEngineer campaign — and a conversation about outdated stereotypes.

Finally, it appears that the networks' love affair with the Palin family is coming to a merciful end.

 
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The AAP clarified their child car seat guidelines to make them easier for parents to follow.

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