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Malian TikToker killed by suspected jihadists after pro-army posts

November 10, 2025 10:57 pm

Her death comes as Mali faces a worsening crisis caused by a fuel blockade imposed by jihadist groups. The blockade has disrupted supplies and shut schools and universities for weeks.

Oracle to manage TikTok’s algorithm for US users as part of Trump’s deal

September 22, 2025 9:47 pm

In April 2024, the then-US President Joe Biden signed bipartisan legislation before leaving office, requiring ByteDance to sell its assets to an American company or face a ban.

US TikTok deal gives Americans 6 of 7 board seats: White House

September 20, 2025 9:49 pm

Trump, who had earlier criticised TikTok, told reporters this week that the app would be “owned by all-American investors” and said Oracle would lead on safeguarding data and privacy.

Dictionaries, The Cambridge Dictionary has added words born in the chaos of TikTok such as “skibidi,” “delulu” and “tradwife.”

The dictionary just went full skibidi — sorry, grammar snobs, ‘delulu’ is legit now

August 31, 2025 2:25 pm

TikTok slang such as “delulu” and “tradwife” are not the death of English. It is proof that the language is alive, unruly and very much of its time.

Facebook seeks to attract young adults with new community, video features

October 05, 2024 9:16 am

Young adults on Facebook spend 60% of their time watching videos and more than half watch Reels daily. The company said it would also roll out an updated video tab in coming weeks that collects short-form, live and longer videos in one place.

Top 10 most-followed Tik Tok influencers in 2024: TikTok has established itself as a prime destination for content to go viral, reaching millions of users and propelling individuals to superstardom overnight.

From Khaby Lame to Will Smith, here are the top 10 most-followed TikTok influencers in 2024

July 15, 2024 9:08 am

Top 10 Most-Followed TikTok Influencers in 2024: From the comedic genius of Khaby Lame to actor Will Smith, here are the top 10 most-followed TikTok accounts, representing TikTok stardom and their incredible influence on the platform.

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Express View on Mark Zuckerberg’s apology to parents: Sorry is not enough

February 03, 2024 12:56 pm

Meta CEP has apologised to parents of children victimised on the company’s platforms, such as Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram. It is not enough

Somalia bans TikTok, Telegram and 1XBet over 'horrific' content, misinformation

August 21, 2023 7:45 pm

"The minister of communications orders internet companies to stop the aforementioned applications, which terrorists and immoral groups use to spread constant horrific images and misinformation to the public," the minister, Jama Hassan Khalif, said in a statement

Joe Biden’s options on TikTok narrow after Beijing pushes back

March 24, 2023 7:54 am

A Chinese Commerce Ministry spokesperson said at a news conference Thursday that the country would “firmly oppose” the sale of the app.

TikTok CEO grilled by U.S. lawmakers over 'dangerous' content

March 23, 2023 10:21 pm

Rep. Frank Pallone, a Democrat from New Jersey, said content on TikTok "exacerbated feelings of emotional stress" in children. Chew, in his first appearance before Congress, testified that while the "vast majority" of TikTok users are over the age of 18, the company has invested in measures to protect young people who use the app