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TikTok influencers file lawsuit against U.S. government
Eight TikTok influencers have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government in an effort to block enactment of a law passed and signed last month that requires TikTok be sold by China-based owner Byte Dance by January, or face a possible nationwide ...CBS News - Top stories - Tiktok -
The origin story of Leatherman's "pocket survival tool"
In 1975, Tim Leatherman decided to put his engineering degree to use and see if he could somehow combine a pocket knife with pliers. His tinkering that forged a "multitool" would lead to Leatherman, a Portland, Oregon-based company that ...CBS News - Top stories -
TikTok Wants Fast-Track Schedule for Court Challenges to Ban
The social media platform's parent company and its supporters joined the U.S. Department of Justice to ask a federal appeals court to rule on by Dec. 6 on challenges to a law forcing its sale and a potentialban.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
A man is convicted in Malawi over a TikTok video showing a caricature of the president dancing
A man in Malawi has been convicted of insulting President Lazarus Chakwera after posting a TikTok video that shows an animated figure with Chakwera’s face superimposed on it doing some wacky dance movesABC News - World - Tiktok -
Afghan Star podcast review — story of a TV show that gripped the country
New series relates the rise of Afghanistan’s answer to ‘American Idol’ following the fall of the TalibanFinancial Times - World -
Red Lobster Files for Bankruptcy
Red Lobster, the largest seafood restaurant chain in the U.S., has filed for bankruptcy protection in an effort to reduce debt and will sell its assets.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Mysterious origin of the "tree of life" revealed
The trees have been called both "grotesque" and "one of the most charismatic species on our planet" – and now we know where they came from.CBS News - World -
There is a new twist in the TikTok tale
A ‘people’s bid’ for the app raises profound questions about how we live onlineFinancial Times - Business - Tiktok -
Triumphant Hayes 'reinvigorated' for USWNT role
Emma Hayes said she is "reinvigorated and re-energised" by the prospect of her new role as head coach of the United States women's national team after winning the Women's Super League for the seventh time in her final game as Chelsea manager.ESPN - Sports -
The Race to Buy TikTok Is On—but There Might Not Be a Winner
Investors are interested in buying TikTok so that it can avoid a US ban. But even if ByteDance accepts, a takeover will be far from simple.Wired - Tech - Tiktok -
Why TikTok Users Are Blocking Celebrities
A TikTok movement is calling for followers to block famous people over their stances on the Israel-Hamas war. It began at the Met Gala.The New York Times - Business - Tiktok -
Richemont overhauls CEO role as it navigates luxury downturn
Swiss company appoints Van Cleef & Arpels head as new group chiefFinancial Times - Business -
Mets' Diaz open to change in role amid struggles
Struggling star Edwin Díaz is open to a change in role -- even if it means losing his job as the closer -- in an effort to help the slumping Mets.ESPN - Sports - US Open -
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice Story Recap
Get caught up on the story ahead of the release of Senua's Saga: Hellblade II on May 21.GameSpot - Tech -
Bezos's Blue Origin sends first crew to edge of space since 2022
Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’s rocket company, sent its first crew into space in nearly two years, after a failed, uncrewed test flight in 2022 temporarily grounded passenger flights. The New Shepard rocket successfully completed its 25th mission into ...The Hill - Politics -
Motion to dismiss indictment filed, hearing set in Alec Baldwin ‘Rust’ case
Santa Fe judge will hear arguments from Alec Baldwin’s attorney who has filed a motion to dismiss the indictment for manslaughter in the 2021 death of Halyna Hutchins on the set of the ‘Rust’ movieNBC News - Top stories -
Fanatics files lawsuit against Cards WR Harrison Jr.
Fanatics filed a lawsuit against Arizona Cardinals rookie Marvin Harrison Jr. on Saturday for breaching a contract the receiver signed with the retailer in May 2023, and in the suit, the company said he has refused to fulfill his obligations of ...ESPN - Sports - NFL -
The hypocrisy behind the GOP’s war on antisemitism
Republicans’ partisan weaponization of antisemitism has not diminished their toleration of anti-Jewish dog whistlers in their own ranks.The Hill - Politics -
Roberto De Zerbi to leave role as Brighton head coach at end of season
Club owner Tony Bloom says move ‘suits both parties’De Zerbi linked with Bayern and Manchester UnitedRoberto De Zerbi is to leave Brighton after Sunday’s final match of the season against Manchester United.. The 44-year-old Italian, who has been ...The Guardian - World -
The pivotal role of a tiny hydropower plant in preserving the Colorado River's future
A sprawling water district that serves residents, ranchers and recreators on the Western Slope of the Rocky Mountains is preparing to invest a mammoth $98.5 million on a tiny hydropower plant in a bipartisan, multi-sectorial effort to help secure ...The Hill - Politics -
Rodri redefines role of holding midfielder to become City’s fulcrum | Jonathan Liew
Spaniard has added individual flourish to collective duty in an evolution that is key to Manchester City’s success. Rodri was pretty young when he realised that he saw football in a different way to others. It wasn’t just his ability to pick a ...The Guardian - World -
Rudy Giuliani indicted for role in Arizona fake-elector scheme
Ex-New York mayor last of 17 defendants to be served in plot to overturn Donald Trump’s election loss to Joe Biden in 2020. Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani is the last of 17 defendants to be served an indictment in Arizona’s fake-elector case ...The Guardian - World -
Top candidates emerge for Detroit Pistons president of basketball operations role
Trajan Langdon, Scott Perry, Dennis Lindsey and John Hammond have impressed in interviews and are front-runners to meet with Pistons owner Tom Gores.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
As Edwin Diaz struggles with confidence, Mets mull closer's role
Carlos Mendoza said the Mets will "stay the course" with Edwin Diaz at closer during his struggles, but didn't rule out moving him out of the ninth-inning role as Diaz admits his confidence is low.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Alice Munro, short story writer, 1931-2024
Canadian Chekhov who compressed the epic complexity of the novel into just a few pagesFinancial Times - Business -
The story of Labour power, told in pledge cards
Keir Starmer’s 1997-style pitch for votes grasps the party’s strengths and weaknessesFinancial Times - Business -
'STAX: Soulsville U.S.A.' Review: Story of the Memphis Sound
This HBO documentary explores the often precarious history of the legendary label, whose artists included Booker T. & the M.G.s, Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes.The Wall Street Journal - World -
This Commodity Tells a Story About the Entire Economy and It's Bullish
Copper prices have gone parabolic this year as traders bet on economic growth and AI.Inc. - Business -
Plumber accused of faking stories complains to Ofcom
James Anderson says there is a "witch hunt" against him following a BBC investigation.BBC News - Top stories -
Six-Word Sci-Fi: Stories Written by You
Here's this month's prompt, how to submit, and an illustrated archive of past favorites.Wired - Tech -
Tiny Love Stories: ‘God, You Can Kiss’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Stories of the hostages taken by Hamas from Israel
It is thought more than 100 Israelis are still being held hostage in Gaza after the 7 October attacks.BBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Hamas hostages: Stories of the people taken from Israel
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WSL title perfect end to Hayes' unique story
Emma Hayes is used to winning the Women's Super League with Chelsea - but nobody could have written this script better.BBC News - Top stories -
Flag-Waving at the Supreme Court
The left finds another reason to find fault with Justice Samuel Alito.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Milei's Supreme Court Misstep
He promised to clean house. So why has he nominated an icon of the old guard?The Wall Street Journal - World -
Billionaire McCourt Seeks to Buy TikTok For 'The People.' Could that Ever Work?
Former L.A. Dodgers owner Frank McCourt is pulling together a deal to buy the controversial social media app. He says it's the "people's bid," and it won't include the app's all-important algorithm.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
Taiwan, on China’s Doorstep, Is Dealing With TikTok Its Own Way
The island democracy was early to ban TikTok on government phones, and the ruling party refuses to use it. But a U.S.-style ban is not under consideration.The New York Times - Business - Tiktok -
TikTok says it's testing letting users post 60-minute videos
TikTok is allowing select users to upload longer-form videos as the social media app looks to compete with YouTube.CBS News - Top stories - Tiktok -
Tony Gonzales, Brandon Herrera and the Future of the GOP
A moderate congressman faces a runoff against an edgy YouTuber in a solid but not quite safe Republican district.The Wall Street Journal - World