TikTok ban: Supreme Court upholds federal law
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The Supreme Court has upheld a law banning TikTok in the U.S. starting Jan. 19, unless the popular social media platform cuts ties with its China-based parent company.

TikTok ban: Apps to try if the platform shuts down

As the U.S. considers banning TikTok, here are the social media alternatives users can explore for short videos and trends.

Rednote, Lemon8: What to know about the possible alternatives to TikTok

With a potential TikTok ban looming, social media users are turning to platforms like Rednote and Lemon8 to create and enjoy content.

No, the Hollywood Sign did not burn down

False images of the Hollywood Sign on fire began circulating on social media Wednesday night shortly after the Sunset Fire erupted on Runyon Canyon.

TikTok asks SCOTUS to block potential US ban

TikTok has asked the Supreme Court to block a federal law that would ban the popular platform in the United States unless its China-based parent company agrees to sell it.

TikTok denied request to halt potential US ban

If the app is not sold to an approved buyer by mid-January, it will be shut down.

'Hero' Luigi Mangione supporters insist he's being framed

Luigi Mangione‘s lawyer Thomas Dickey said his client would plead not guilty — and ask for bail — in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Meta apologizes for Facebook, Instagram outages

Meta issued an apology after a widespread outage affected Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger on Wednesday.

Luigi Mangione’s arrest in CEO’s killing sparks social media conspiracy theories

Many on social media have shown their support for Luigi Mangione, who's accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Others have shared their conspiracy theories.

New California laws going into effect in 2025

New California laws go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, including one on overdraft fees and several to combat retail theft.

Wikipedia's most-viewed articles in 2024

Politics dominated Wikipedia’s most-viewed articles this year, but here’s a look at what else people were interested in reading about in 2024.

Vigilante justice? Murder of United HealthCare CEO provokes split emotions

The high profile killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has sparked discussions about health care policies, corporate practices and economic frustrations.

Fentanyl lawsuit against Snap moves forward
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A judge is allowing the landmark fentanyl overdose case against Snapchat can move forward.

Australia is about to ban social media for anyone under 16; how it will work

The law would fine social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, X, and Instagram for failing to stop children younger than 16 years old from having accounts.