Unexpected Meme Diplomacy: US-China Cultural Exchange Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
Amidst growing US-China tensions, American internet users' unexpected enthusiasm for Chinese memes, particularly following a threatened TikTok ban, has driven millions to the Chinese social media platform RedNote (Xiaohongshu), fostering an unlikely cultural exchange and highlighting the power of on...
Unexpected Meme Diplomacy: US-China Cultural Exchange Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
Amidst growing US-China tensions, American internet users' unexpected enthusiasm for Chinese memes, particularly following a threatened TikTok ban, has driven millions to the Chinese social media platform RedNote (Xiaohongshu), fostering an unlikely cultural exchange and highlighting the power of on...
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52% Bias Score
Social Media Rivals Capitalize on TikTok's US Ban
Meta, X, and Bluesky are launching new video features, including dedicated video tabs and a new video editing app, to compete in the US market following TikTok's ban; Bluesky reports 28 million users this weekend.
Social Media Rivals Capitalize on TikTok's US Ban
Meta, X, and Bluesky are launching new video features, including dedicated video tabs and a new video editing app, to compete in the US market following TikTok's ban; Bluesky reports 28 million users this weekend.
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36% Bias Score
TikTok Banned in U.S. Amid National Security Concerns
A bipartisan U.S. law banning TikTok took effect on January 19, 2025, impacting 170 million users due to national security concerns over its Chinese ownership; President-elect Trump may extend the ban.
TikTok Banned in U.S. Amid National Security Concerns
A bipartisan U.S. law banning TikTok took effect on January 19, 2025, impacting 170 million users due to national security concerns over its Chinese ownership; President-elect Trump may extend the ban.
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48% Bias Score
U.S. TikTok Ban Commences Early, Causing Widespread Disruption
The U.S. TikTok ban, initially set for midnight ET on January 19th, began early on January 18th, logging users out around 10:30 p.m. ET, due to a Supreme Court ruling mandating TikTok's separation from ByteDance or removal from U.S. services. President-elect Trump's statement suggests a potential 90...
U.S. TikTok Ban Commences Early, Causing Widespread Disruption
The U.S. TikTok ban, initially set for midnight ET on January 19th, began early on January 18th, logging users out around 10:30 p.m. ET, due to a Supreme Court ruling mandating TikTok's separation from ByteDance or removal from U.S. services. President-elect Trump's statement suggests a potential 90...
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36% Bias Score
Padilla to Attend Trump Inauguration, Expresses Conditional Support
California Sen. Alex Padilla will attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, expressing conditional support based on alignment with national security and economic progress; he also emphasized a willingness to collaborate on issues such as immigration and addressing social media harms.
Padilla to Attend Trump Inauguration, Expresses Conditional Support
California Sen. Alex Padilla will attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, expressing conditional support based on alignment with national security and economic progress; he also emphasized a willingness to collaborate on issues such as immigration and addressing social media harms.
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32% Bias Score
TikTok Banned in US: 170 Million Users Affected
A bipartisan US Congressional ban on TikTok, citing national security risks, will take effect on January 19th, 2024, affecting over 170 million American users, unless the incoming Trump administration intervenes.
TikTok Banned in US: 170 Million Users Affected
A bipartisan US Congressional ban on TikTok, citing national security risks, will take effect on January 19th, 2024, affecting over 170 million American users, unless the incoming Trump administration intervenes.
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52% Bias Score
TikTok Ban Spurs Content Creator Platform Diversification
A temporary TikTok ban prompted content creators to explore alternative platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, Threads, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Snapchat, and Bluesky due to concerns over the app's future, with several creators already diversifying their content.
TikTok Ban Spurs Content Creator Platform Diversification
A temporary TikTok ban prompted content creators to explore alternative platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, Threads, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Snapchat, and Bluesky due to concerns over the app's future, with several creators already diversifying their content.
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32% Bias Score
US TikTok Ban Takes Effect; Trump May Grant Reprieve
Due to a US law addressing national security concerns, TikTok is banned in the US, impacting millions of users; President-elect Trump may grant a 90-day reprieve; the ban prevents downloads from app stores and impacts some Australian users with US-based accounts.
US TikTok Ban Takes Effect; Trump May Grant Reprieve
Due to a US law addressing national security concerns, TikTok is banned in the US, impacting millions of users; President-elect Trump may grant a 90-day reprieve; the ban prevents downloads from app stores and impacts some Australian users with US-based accounts.
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52% Bias Score
U.S. TikTok Ban Affects 170 Million Users
On Sunday, TikTok shut down in the U.S. affecting 170 million users due to a government ban; VPNs are ineffective, and users should be wary of scam workarounds.
U.S. TikTok Ban Affects 170 Million Users
On Sunday, TikTok shut down in the U.S. affecting 170 million users due to a government ban; VPNs are ineffective, and users should be wary of scam workarounds.
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48% Bias Score
US Government Considers Action Against Tencent, Following TikTok Ban
Following the TikTok ban, the US government is considering targeting Tencent, a major Chinese video game company with stakes in Riot Games (League of Legends), Epic Games (Fortnite), and others, raising concerns about Chinese influence and national security.
US Government Considers Action Against Tencent, Following TikTok Ban
Following the TikTok ban, the US government is considering targeting Tencent, a major Chinese video game company with stakes in Riot Games (League of Legends), Epic Games (Fortnite), and others, raising concerns about Chinese influence and national security.
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56% Bias Score
Supreme Court Upholds Law Potentially Banning TikTok in US
The US Supreme Court upheld a law that could ban TikTok unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, sells it, potentially impacting 170 million users and causing significant financial harm to small businesses and content creators who rely heavily on the platform for sales and revenue generation.
Supreme Court Upholds Law Potentially Banning TikTok in US
The US Supreme Court upheld a law that could ban TikTok unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, sells it, potentially impacting 170 million users and causing significant financial harm to small businesses and content creators who rely heavily on the platform for sales and revenue generation.
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56% Bias Score
Biden's Legacy: Stronger Consumer Protections
The Biden administration is leaving behind a legacy of strengthened consumer protections, including caps on insulin and overdraft fees, bans on hidden costs, and improved airline transparency, impacting millions of Americans' daily finances.
Biden's Legacy: Stronger Consumer Protections
The Biden administration is leaving behind a legacy of strengthened consumer protections, including caps on insulin and overdraft fees, bans on hidden costs, and improved airline transparency, impacting millions of Americans' daily finances.
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48% Bias Score