Twitter an invaluable news source
In the wake of the tragic events in Mumbai, it looks like twitter has become an important way of getting information out quickly.
The Guardian newspaper reported today that "In many cases, Twitter updated developments faster than many TV networks or newspaper websites. The site's contributors also questioned the veracity of some news reports, pointing out contradictions and errors. When Indian reporters announced that the siege at the Taj hotel was over, for example, Twitter contended that gunfights were continuing. "Locals say gunfire still happening at TAJ," said one feed, hours after fighting was said to have finished. "Twitter comes of age - Mumbai coverage way ahead of traditional media," added another contributor."
This just goes to show that the blogging world, is a valuable public service where news happens first.
