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TikTok Restores US Access, Thanks President-Elect Trump
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TikTok Restores US Access, Thanks President-Elect Trump

TikTok announced restoring US access service after President-elect Donald Trump promised to delay a law banning the app. Rival platforms like Meta and Snap are benefiting from TikTok’s disruption, while other ByteDance apps, like CapCut, remain unavailable. TikTok, the popular short-video app, announced on Sunday that it is restoring service in the United States after President-elect Donald Trump promised to extend the time before a law banning the app's US access takes effect. The platform, used by over 170 million Americans, thanked Trump for "providing clarity and assurance" to its service providers. TikTok's service was disrupted late Saturday when a law targeting its Chinese parent company ByteDance went into effect. US officials have raised national security concerns, alleging...
TikTok Refugees Flock to China’s New Video App ‘RedNote’
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TikTok Refugees Flock to China’s New Video App ‘RedNote’

TikTok users in the US increasingly turn to RedNote, a Chinese social media platform often referred to as "China's Instagram," as a potential alternative ahead of a possible ban on TikTok. This influx of users has led to a surge in popularity for RedNote, with many users embracing the platform and the opportunity to connect with Chinese users. As the United States prepares to ban TikTok, millions of Americans are turning to Xiaohongshu, also known as "RedNote,". It is a Chinese app described as a mix of Instagram and Pinterest. Dubbed "TikTok refugees," these users are rapidly downloading the app in protest, making it the top free app in the U.S. What is Xiaohongshu (RedNote)?Xiaohongshu, or "Little Red Book," is a lifestyle-focused platform popular in China. With 300 million month...
Could ‘X” CEO Elon Musk Take Over TikTok?
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Could ‘X” CEO Elon Musk Take Over TikTok?

Recent reports suggest that Chinese officials are exploring a potential sale of TikTok's US operations to 'X' CEO Elon Musk. Musk's acquisition of TikTok's US operations could significantly shake up the social media landscape. Moreover, he can potentially create a combined social media giant with the reach of both platforms. In a whirlwind of speculation, Chinese officials are reportedly exploring a potential sale of TikTok’s U.S. operations to none other than 'X' CEO Elon Musk. News revealed that discussions are underway about selling the popular video-sharing platform to Musk’s social media company X, formerly known as Twitter. If true, this deal could reshape the social media landscape. TikTok Faces Legal Crossroads The pressure on TikTok stems from a U.S. law requiring Chine...
Justin Baldoni Faces Backlash Amid Blake Lively Lawsuit
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Justin Baldoni Faces Backlash Amid Blake Lively Lawsuit

Justin Baldoni faces backlash after Blake Lively filed a lawsuit accusing him of sexual harassment and running a smear campaign. Several celebrities, including Colleen Hoover, Gwyneth Paltrow, Amy Schumer, and Paul Feig, strongly support Lively. Baldoni denies the allegations, calling them “categorically false,” but public support for Lively grows as new details unfold. Actor and director Justin Baldoni is under fire following a lawsuit filed by his It Ends With Us co-star, Blake Lively. The well-known actress accused him of sexual harassment and orchestrating a smear campaign against her. The controversy has sparked widespread reactions from fans and celebrities alike. Comedian Whitney Cummings recently criticized Baldoni on TikTok, mocking his self-proclaimed feminism and charity ...
Umer Butt Hits Back at Jannat Mirza After Breakup Announcement
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Umer Butt Hits Back at Jannat Mirza After Breakup Announcement

Jannat Mirza, Pakistan's leading TikTok star and social media influencer, recently made headlines by publicly addressing her breakup with fiancé Umer Butt. Known for her significant social media presence, Jannat Mirza has 25.1 million TikTok followers and 5.9 million Instagram followers. She disclosed the reasons behind the end of her engagement in a candid statement, expressing relief and contentment over the breakup. "I made a conscious decision to call off the engagement after realizing that I could not live in such a relationship," she revealed. Her comments quickly circulated on social media, drawing widespread attention and sparking a wave of discussion among her followers. Umer Butt's Response In response to Mirza's statement, Umer Butt took to Instagram, sharing posts ...