[JoshTriplett]

> However, if you try to use it to get news or updates on anything it is the least efficient, most stressful thing I've ever used.

Depends heavily on the set of people you follow. I've found it to be a great source of news, and I typically see news show up there hours to days before I see it show up in places like HN.

[7dare]

For instance, if you follow sports, it's an extremely efficient and direct way of keeping up-to-date with teams and players.