In response to online trading of Venezuelan currency at unofficial exchange rates, representatives of the country’s ruling United Socialist Party have proposed that all residents be made to use Internet passing through a single government server. National Assembly Member Juan Carlos Aleman said May 22 that the Ministry of Science,…
Embroiled in economic recession, high inflation, and shortages of critical supplies, Venezuelans are using social media to vent their frustrations as well as to provide information about obtaining everyday items.BDlive.com reports that Venezuela’s economic policies, and sanctions imposed by the United States, have had a severe impact on the OPEC-member…
Social media is often regarded as a powerful tool for ordinary people to disseminate information, practice freedom of expression, and promote democracy throughout the world. However, sometimes that sentiment simply isn’t true. Nowhere was that better demonstrated in recent memory than in Venezuela. Protests organized by right-wing groups and activists…
For some wedding attendees, social media is a great way to enjoy attending a wedding. In fact, finding ways to incorporate social media into weddings is one of the biggest trends of the year. But not all brides and grooms are ready to incorporate hashtags and instagram into their special…