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"We hope that you've enjoyed UN Week and kept up with some of the great events that Mashable, along with the 92Y and the United Nations Foundation, have presented at the UN Week Digital Media Lounge.\nWith all the excitement around the MDGs, social good, and bringing change to the world, we understand if you've missed one or two of the great resources we've published in the past week or so. That's why we've rounded them up in one convenient spot for you below.\nLooking for ways to support a cause through your social network? Check out our Social Media section where you'll also find Fall travel deals and an in depth analysis of how politics are heating up on the social web. Tech &amp; Mobile has some web design trends and good tips for creating a killer mobile search campaign. Finally, our Business section has some tips on building your international network online, and ways for SMBs to leverage Facebook Places.\nLooking for even more social media resources? This guide appears every weekend, and you can check out all the lists-gone-by here any time.\n\nSocial Media\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSocial Good: Charity and Technology in the Online Universe [INFOGRAPHIC]How has social media giving changed over the last few years? How does it compare with traditional non-profit campaigns? Check out our infographic for some perspective.\nFashion Week Takes Over Twitter [INFOGRAPHS]During New York Fashion Week, brands, marketers and media turned to Twitter to generate real-time coverage and buzz among followers of the event.\n5 Ways to Celebrate \u201CTalk Like a Pirate Day\u201D Online in 2010Arrr! Ye Mashable readers know today be Talk Like a Pirate Day 2010, but were ye landlubbers aware that there be more ways t' celebrate online than there are bottles o' rum in Jack Sparrow's locker?\nHow Social Media Helped 174 Million People Get the Message About MalariaThis is the story of how Ray Chambers, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Malaria, worked with Ashton Kutcher to fight Malaria using social media.\nHow Social Media has Changed the Game for Documentary FilmmakingMaking a documentary used to be all about film festivals and hard-won funding. But social media has opened up a wealth of opportunities for those with a camera and a cause.\n5 Easy Ways to Support a Cause Through Your Social NetworkAds in your social stream would be forgiven, even encouraged, if they benefit a good cause. Here are 5 ways you can raise money for charity by advertising on your social networks.\nHOW TO: Gracefully Promote Yourself OnlineIf you want to earn eyeballs, buzz or cash dolla bills for something you\u2019ve dreamed up, using social media is pretty much a must.\nSocial Media: The New Battleground for PoliticsIt's a brave new world for digital politics, and both parties are gearing up with some impressive social media strategies for the fall elections.\n3 Small Cause Campaigns That Won Big With Social MediaNon-profit organizations are leading the way when it comes to creatively harnessing the power of social media, but what about the little guys? These 3 success stories will inspire you.\nHOW TO: Find the Best Fall Travel Deals on the Social WebLooking to get away on the cheap this season? We've found a slew of ways for you to save money on every leg of your trip, from take off to lights out.\nInterview: Facebook\u2019s Role in Social Good [VIDEO]Facebook\u2019s Associate Manager of Public Policy Adam Connor spoke about the role that the social network plays in enabling charitable work around the world.\n\nFor more social media news and resources, you can follow Mashable's social media channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.\nTech &amp; Mobile\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5 Tips for Aspiring Web App DevelopersSo, you\u2019re not content with just using the social web; you want to be part of building it, too. Here are five tips for aspiring web app developers.\n5 Important New Trends in LocationThe geolocation space is only getting hotter. Check out these 5 emerging trends you should keep up with if you're looking to maintain your social media edge.\n8 Tips for a Killer Mobile Search CampaignWhen people search the web from their mobile devices, they're looking for immediate and local results. Here are some key factors in a successful mobile search campaign.\nTop 5 Web Font Design Trends to FollowBig things are happening in the world of web typography. If you want to stay ahead of the curve (and keep your websites looking beautiful), keep tabs on these 5 trends.\nHOW TO: Communicate Needs &amp; Expectations to Web DesignersHiring a designer is simple. But what you get from that designer depends on how well you communicate what you want, need, and expect.  That part's not so easy.\nHow Universities Can Win Big with Location-Based AppsBusinesses have already jumped headlong into the location game, but universities stand to win big by incorporating location networks into their marketing and engagement strategies.\nHow Your License Plate Could Be Your New Username [INVITES]BUMP.com allows users to connect online and offline via unique identifiers, including license plates, mobile phones and online profiles.\n5 Ways HTML5 Is Changing Mobile AdvertisingMultiple operating systems, thousands of apps, and a disparate mobile web experience has made a mess of mobile advertising. HTML5 has the potential to change everything.\n8 of the Best Premium WordPress ThemesFree WordPress themes abound, but sometimes you need to spend a little for professional style and optimized elegance. You might call these 8 themes the Cadillacs of blog design.\n10 Dead Simple Gmail Tips, Tricks &amp; ShortcutsLooking to boost your Gmail productivity without all those newfangled browser extensions? These 10 easy tweaks will make you a Gmail power user right out of the gate.\n\nFor more tech news and resources, you can follow Mashable's tech channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.\nBusiness\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow SMBs Can Start Using Facebook Places NowHere are a few pointers for how SMBs can leverage Facebook Places and other marketing tools starting today.\nWhy Small Businesses Should Care About Mobile PaymentsStudies show that mobile transactions are increasing exponentially. Will your business be ready when this trend hits the mainstream?\n10 Inspiring Non-Traditional Workspaces [PICS]More companies are realizing that they can help inspire their staff with a fun workspace. Check out our gallery of 10 unusual offices from all around the world.\nHOW TO: Build Your International Business Network OnlineNo private jet? The web makes it possible to build and maintain a strong international business network. Check out these 7 great tips.\nHow Non-Profits Can Rally Support for Online ContestsEntering cause contests is a great way for non-profits to win funding and rally support, and social media can get you to the finish line. Here are some great engagement tips.\nHow Businesses Are Unleashing Their Employees\u2019 Social Media PotentialDaily work is changing, and companies that empower their employees to creatively solve problems with tech are ahead of the curve. Check out these success stories.\n5 Beautiful Tumblr Themes for Small BusinessesThere are hundreds of great themes that you can use with Tumblr to give your blog its own unique look. Here are five clean and professional favs for small business users.\nLife After Microsoft: 15 Startups Founded By Ex-EmployeesEx-Microsoft employees have created a bevy of impressive new companies over the software giant's 35 year history. Here are 15 we found most interesting.\n\nFor more business news and resources, you can follow Mashable's business channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.\nImage courtesy of , Webtreats Etc."^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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