The video-sharing service TikTok said Friday it was "shocked" by President Donald Trump's executive order. But the administration is deeply skeptical that companies like TikTok and WeChat, a ubiquitous messaging and payment app in China, aren't sharing user information with the Chinese government.
'It's Overwhelming' — The Chinese App Ban Could Cut Off Families
President Trump has given 45 days for a U.S. company to take over TikTok and WeChat or Americans could lose access. That could cut off families.
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Tsunami alert in Indonesia after volcano has several big eruptions
Officials have ordered more than 11,000 residents to leave the area and an international airport has been closed due to the dangers of spreading ash.
From failed police officer to tiny hero: Meet Roger, Taiwan's fave pup
Like any dog, he loves a good sniff and he's all about that humanitarian hustle, sniffing out ways to lend a paw to those in need.
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Biden welcomes Japan's prime minister in show of unity to China
President Biden will also host Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos at a crucial time in U.S.-China relations.
Staff and shoppers return to Sydney mall 6 days after mass stabbings
There was a large police and security presence, with guards wearing black stab-proof vests posted on each level of the mall.
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Streaming music getting more expensive: How to keep costs down
Most streaming services charge about $10 or $11 per month for their music bundles, but there might be ways to cut the cost down.
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Israel launches retaliatory strike against Iran, US officials say
Israel had promised to retaliate for Iran's Saturday attack, in which Iran launched hundreds of drones and missiles.