Smita Nordwall When the deadly attacks unfolded across Paris last Friday, social media played a crucial role as a tool to help people in the crisis zone, as well as across the world, communicate, help and show their support for France. Millions took to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to post messages of support and solidarity. Facebook activated its Safety Check tool, which allows users to mark themselves or others as safe. The tool, created to help people in times of crisis, has been previously used in times of natural disasters, like after the devastating earthquake in Nepal. This was the first time it was used...
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