Social media trend report
We bring you the best in social media conversations, views and posts...
The report ‘ Imran Khan and Tahirul Qadri booked under Pakistan anti- terrorist act’ received a lot of engagement with over 200 likes, 31 shares and 75 comments overnight. Facebook users discussed the political situation in Pakistan and while some argued that Imran Khan is the gateway to uniting the people, others criticised him, saying that he is only adding to the chaos.
Uzma Gulzar Pirzada: “Imran a symbol of
Change in Pakistan.”
Hafiz Yasir Abbas Awan: “History is repeating itself. What Nawaz Sharif did in 1992, now [ Imran Khan and Tahirul Qadri] are facing same thing!”
Helen Gordon: “Justice is impossible if you cannot trust the judge to follow the law.”
The report ‘ Lowpay, lowmorale in Dubai
private schools’ received over 200 likes. Facebook users discussed teachers’ low salary with relation to the increased tuition fees and the effect that this has on the quality of education.
Babitha Vasanth: “Hope our children’s school fees will not be hiked like this every year, due to the same reason that is the teacher’s poor salary.”
Anupriya D Budhwani: “But what did the school authorities do? Nothing…”
#LadyGagaDubai – Lady Gaga released a video yesterday telling her Dubai fans how excited she is about her tour. Fans use the hashtag to share pictures and express their excitement about her upcoming concert.
#MashNewVideo – Nash Grier and Matthew Espinosa are Vine stars and have released a new video together.
ISIS – Islamist militants released a video that purported to show the beheading of a
second captive American journalist, Steven Sotloff. Readers share links to story, question what Obama will do.
Pakistan – This continues to trend as
■ twitter users talk about Imran Khan and Muhammad Tahir- ul- Qadri and share news updates from the country. In the picture, people are seen waiting outside a parliament session in Islamabad.
Welbeck / Wenger – English professional footballer Danny Welbeck has moved from Old Trafford to Arsenal. Twitter users discuss how he will perform in his new position. Twitter users also talk about Arsène Wenger, Aresenal’s manager, and the money he has spent on this transfer.
Falcao / United – Radamel Falcao, a
■ Colombian footballer, transferred to Manchester United. Twitter users discuss his future and what he will do to the team.
Supporting a cause...
#Walkyourwalk – Instagrammers use this hashtag to post pictures that raise awareness on diabetes.
@ Meho_ m posted this picture with the caption: “Taking a step to raise Diabetes awareness.”