Yesterday, the New York Times launched a beta version of Times People, a lightweight social networking feature that allows readers to connect around NYT content. Currently, Times People can only be used as a plugin in Firefox (this will change soon) and functions as a social bookmarking tool similar to del.icio.us or Mento. ...
Continue ReadingThe Las Vegas Sun is known for having one of the best websites of any newspaper in the country. The reputation is warranted.
In my experience as a web developer, I’ve found many sites that do a few things well. A site might have a nice homepage and a few cool features,...
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The Newseum website has an awesome feature that shows the up-to-date front pages of the print editions of 630 newspapers in 63 countries. Check it out and kill an hour....
Continue ReadingA few weeks ago the McCain campaign launched a “Spread the Word” feature on their campaign website that encourages volunteers to comment on prominent left and right leaning blogs as a way of getting the McCain message out. The feature was written up in Wired and has attracted a mixed reaction....
Continue ReadingThe Wall Street Journal published a great piece yesterday about the struggles of LoudounExtra.com, the Washington Post’s bold attempt to provide hyperlocal news coverage for the DC suburb Loudon County (I’m sure the Post really appreciated the free press here). A year in, the site has yet to build a significant audience....
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