For those wishing to keep abreast of Latest reports their friends and family have Share on Facebook.
I strongly recommend a cool Adobe Air application called Facebook Desktop.
Facebook Desktop, Is an application which allows users of Windows, Linux and Mac on your desktop Receive a series of bubbles. Which are shown in the most recent comments. That have been shared Facebook other users (friends and family).
In other to have the application open. The user will no longer be in need open your Facebook account to learn about what is happening in this popular network.
Trial | Facebook Desktop.