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A bill moving through the House offers a mafia racket-style ‘choice’ to both the Chinese social media app and American digital distributors

Washington (AFP) – In a major reversal, former US president Donald Trump on Monday said he was against a ban of TikTok as the fate of the popular video-sharing app was dragged into the US election campaign.

A new bill would force Beijing-based ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban on U.S. app stores.

Bobby Kotick, former CEO of Activision, has floated idea of buying TikTok to potential partners.

What started as an escape for college swimmers has evolved into a debaucherous party. But after recent crackdowns, some Florida cities may be "breaking up" with the popular pastime.

The bills now head to President Joe Biden's desk to be signed into law.

American politicians are being inundated with calls from TikTok users unhappy at plans to force its parent company to sell the social media app.

What we saw in Thursday's state of the union address was U.S. President Joe Biden's re-election strategy — a blueprint for a comeback, as he's down in the polls. It revealed four things about the campaign he intends to fight.

Ukrainian officials are disheartened about stalled aid. The Pentagon wants Kyiv to heed its advice on how to fight.

After his Super Tuesday wins, Donald Trump moves swiftly to dominate the national Republican Party

The White House had intended for Olena Zelenska to sit near first lady Jill Biden and Russian opposition figure Yulia Navalnaya, who is viewed with some skepticism in Ukraine.

State legislature passes bill restoring criminal penalties following widespread anger over public drug use.

The former president isn’t in office—but is still dictating U.S. policy.

The two likely 2024 opponents are seeking to blame the other’s party for record illegal crossings that are a top concern for voters.

How hard is the White House willing to push for a resolution of the Palestinian issue?

A ground offensive in Rafah 'would have serious implications for regional peace and security,' U.S. says

Russia will work with whoever the Americans elect, but has its preferences, Vladimir Putin has said

Tom Suozzi is projected to beat Mazi Pilip.

The Republican leader of the US House of Representatives on Tuesday blocked war aid for Ukraine, ignoring President Joe Biden's plea that passing the bill was vital for standing up to "Russian dictator" Vladimir Putin.