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David Holmes


David Holmes is a technology and politics reporter. His work has appeared in Fast Company, the Guardian, the Daily Beast, and Stereogum. In 2011, he wrote the acclaimed "The Fracking Song (My Water's on Fire Tonight) based on ProPublica's investigation on hydraulic fractured gas drilling.

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5 fake NBA Twitter feeds worth following

Sometimes on Twitter, imitations are better than the real thing. 

On May 4, 2012 by David Holmes

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Behind rapper Dan Bull’s attempt to “hijack the pop charts”

More people purchased Bull's Facebook anthem than pirated, the rapper says, despite the track being readily available on torrent sites. 

On May 4, 2012 by David Holmes

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Making panda babies, live on Twitter

The National Zoo offers up some frozen panda love.

On Apr 30, 2012 by David Holmes

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Al Gore leads the Internet Hall of Fame’s inaugural class

You won't find many household names on the list of inaugural inductees, but these people helped revolutionize the Web. 

On Apr 23, 2012 by David Holmes

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UgandaSpeaks takes a stand against “Kony 2012”

UgandaSpeaks wants to speak for every day Ugandans.

On Apr 20, 2012 by David Holmes

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Boing Boing’s Xeni Jardin discusses the cost of cancer

The Boing Boing blogger hosted an open conversation about the personal and financial costs of cancer on Twitter. 

On Apr 19, 2012 by David Holmes

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“Parks + Rec” rapper sounds off on racism and “The Atlantic”

Adam WarRock may be known for quirky raps about TV shows, but his latest takes aim at a serious issue and earned kudos from its namesake, Ta-Nehisi Coates. 

On Apr 17, 2012 by David Holmes

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Pulitzer Prize-winning reactions

Thanks, Jeff Sonderman, for compiling the best reactions to the Pulitzer Prize.

On Apr 16, 2012 by David Holmes

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Cybercrime may not be as bad as CISPA’s supporters say it is

CISPA supporters say cyber crime costs the country billions. But does it really?

On Apr 16, 2012 by David Holmes

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Is the MLB trying to ban GIFs?

GIF artist Scott Lewis said the MLB might be imposing a two-day ban on baseball GIFs made with new game footage. 

On Apr 13, 2012 by David Holmes

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Technology and sexual health come together with ISIS

Deb Levine discusses how technology can help people to become healthier and safer.

On Apr 13, 2012 by David Holmes

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The 15 funniest #askromney tweets

If Diane Sawyer asked these questions, it would probably be the best interview ever. 

On Apr 12, 2012 by David Holmes

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The Pirate Bay launches new service to promote indie artists

The Promo Bay is a digital lighthouse, shining a spotlight on unsigned artists and cartoonists. 

On Apr 5, 2012 by David Holmes

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Students pepper sprayed by cops caught in photos, videos, and tweets

When students protesting a college meeting to raise tuition became confrontational, cops responded with pepper spray.

On Apr 4, 2012 by David Holmes

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The price of gas explained in 9 easy steps

The price of gas is going up and everyone from politicians to that drunk guy on the couch thinks they know why. They're wrong.

On Apr 3, 2012 by David Holmes

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