Turns out that traditional flu surveillance systems take 1-2 weeks to collect and release surveillance data, but Google search queries can be automatically counted very quickly. By making our flu estimates available each day, Google Flu Trends may provide an early-warning system for outbreaks of influenza.
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Wednesday, November 12, 2008
McDonalds Japan Goes No-Brand with Quarter Pounder Shops
Generic packaging, minimalist decor, a two-item menu - and not a clown in sight! McDonalds Japan is testing the waters of no-brand marketing with newly opened Quarter Pounder stores in Tokyo.
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The Faces Behind TV's Cartoon Voices (PICS)
If you thought it was weird to see Fred Armisen playing Barack Obama on SNL, wait until you see who plays Cleveland on "Family Guy."
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