47 m. ago A/B test tool shows Facebook constantly experimenting on consumers—and even its creators don't fully know how it works

Users of social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok might think they're simply interacting with friends, family and followers, and seeing ads as they go. But according to research from the UBC Sauder School of Business, they're part of constant marketing experiments that are often impossible, even for the companies behind them, to fully comprehend. The findings are published in the International Journal of Research in Marketing.

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52 m. ago Father of missing Pitt student Sudiksha Konanki asks for wider investigation in Dominican Republic

Konanki was last seen before dawn on March 6 at a beach near the resort where she was staying. The post Father of missing Pitt student Sudiksha Konanki asks for wider investigation in Dominican Republic appeared first on Boston.com.

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60 m. ago Review and setlist: Trey Anastasio turns Phish into folk at the Wang

The Phish frontman transformed his band's jammy compositions into something awfully close to coffeehouse folk during his almost-solo Boston show. The post Review and setlist: Trey Anastasio turns Phish into folk at the Wang appeared first on Boston.com.

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64 m. ago Gonzaga vs. San Francisco betting odds, prediction for WCC Tournament semifinal game

Gonzaga vs. San Francisco betting odds, prediction for WCC Tournament semifinal game  Sports Illustrated

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69 m. ago Ann Arbor's sustainable energy utility aims to build the electric power grid of the future alongside the old one

An experiment is underway in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that could change how communities generate and distribute power in the future.

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79 m. ago ‘We are Bostonians now and forever:’ Brad Marchand thanks Bruins fans in full

Brad Marchand still has something to say. The post ‘We are Bostonians now and forever:’ Brad Marchand thanks Bruins fans in full-page Globe ad appeared first on Boston.com.

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84 m. ago Report: Majority of Biden Documents Signed by 'Autopen Signature,' Raising Eyebrows

The Heritage Foundation released a report last week which found that the majority of official documents signed by President Joe Biden were by autopen signature, raising questions over if he "actually ordered the signature of relevant legal documents." The post Report: Majority of Biden Documents Signed by ‘Autopen Signature,’ Raising Eyebrows appeared first on Breitbart.

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99 m. ago Brad Marchand discusses Bruins contract talks, defends Don Sweeney following trade

"I am grateful beyond words for everything that that organization has done for me.” The post Brad Marchand discusses Bruins contract talks, defends Don Sweeney following trade appeared first on Boston.com.

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1 hour ago NFL free agency: Seahawks, Steelers appear to be circling the same quarterbacks

NFL free agency: Seahawks, Steelers appear to be circling the same quarterbacks  Sports Illustrated

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1 hour ago Harvard announces hiring freeze, citing federal policy changes

President Donald Trump has signed several executive orders that have alarmed universities across the nation. The post Harvard announces hiring freeze, citing federal policy changes appeared first on Boston.com.

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1 hour ago Families of three Revere women found dead in Belize hotel say they’re still searching for answers

“The circumstances surrounding this tragedy remain unclear and suspicious, and we are seeking answers to understand what happened in Belize,” the families said.  The post Families of three Revere women found dead in Belize hotel say they’re still searching for answers appeared first on Boston.com.

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1 hour ago CNN’s Van Jones: Democratic Party Is 'Screwed,' This Is a 'Nightmare'

CNN political commentator and former Obama adviser Van Jones said Sunday on CNN's "Newsroom" the current state of the Democratic Party was a "nightmare." The post CNN’s Van Jones: Democratic Party Is ‘Screwed,’ This Is a ‘Nightmare’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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2 h. ago Trudeau Weeps, Blasts Trump in Farewell Speech as Liberal Chief

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau broke down in tears Sunday during his farewell speech during a Liberal Party conference. The post Trudeau Weeps, Blasts Trump in Farewell Speech as Liberal Chief appeared first on Breitbart.

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2 h. ago Department of Agriculture Cancels Grant that Recognizes the Menstrual Cycles of 'Transgender Men'

The Department of Agriculture has cancelled a grant that recognizes menstrual cycles in 'transgender men' highlighted by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins this week. The post Department of Agriculture Cancels Grant that Recognizes the Menstrual Cycles of ‘Transgender Men’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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2 h. ago 5 things to know about Mark Carney, Canada's next prime minister

Mark Carney is a newcomer to elected politics with decades of experience in finance. After his landslide victory, he pledged to continue tariffs on the U.S. "until the Americans show us respect."

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3 h. ago Twin Donuts will close after decades of serving breakfast in Allston

An employee Monday said the closure was due to the price of "everything" going up. The post Twin Donuts will close after decades of serving breakfast in Allston appeared first on Boston.com.

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3 h. ago Trans Rocker Laura Jane Grace Slammed for ‘Pure Evil’ Lyrics at Bernie Sanders Rally: ‘Does Your God Have a Big Fat D*ck’

Socialist Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders has shocked many for including a transgender punk rocker in his rally who belted out a song containing offensive lyrics that are being blasted as "pure evil." The post Trans Rocker Laura Jane Grace Slammed for ‘Pure Evil’ Lyrics at Bernie Sanders Rally: ‘Does Your God Have a Big Fat D*ck’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 h. ago USMNT vs. Switzerland: Geodis Park to host United States men's national team game on June 10

USMNT vs. Switzerland: Geodis Park to host United States men's national team game on June 10  Tennessean

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3 h. ago Poll: Byron Donalds Leads in Florida Governor's Race After President Trump's Endorsement

Internal polling shows Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) leading as he campaigns for the governorship of his state, Florida Politics reported on Monday. The post Poll: Byron Donalds Leads in Florida Governor’s Race After President Trump’s Endorsement appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 h. ago Worcester officer charged with assault after incident at youth soccer game

An off-duty Worcester Police Department officer was involved in a physical altercation with the coach of another team at a girls soccer game in Northborough, officials said. The post Worcester officer charged with assault after incident at youth soccer game appeared first on Boston.com.

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