The chair of the Senate Commerce Committee, Maria Cantwell, said the content of a bill to end China's control of TikTok remains in play.
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Billionaire Frank McCourt said he is organizing a bid to acquire TikTok in the U.S., weeks after the passage of a law that could force the platform's Chinese owner to sell.
Billionaire Frank McCourt said he is organizing a bid to acquire TikTok in the U.S., weeks after the passage of a law that could force the platform’s Chinese owner to sell.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Deadspin’s New Owners Are Embracing Betting Content—but Not AI
The future of once-beloved sports blog Deadspin has been murky since it was acquired by an unknown company called Lineup Publishing in March. The new ownership told WIRED they “don't want to ruin it.”Wired - Tech -
Mortgage rates cut but borrowing pressures remain
More homeowners are facing the first stage of the repossession process, new figures indicate.BBC News - Top stories - Mortgage -
The state handouts that get out of control
There is no effective means of constraining destructive subsidiesFinancial Times - World -
Obama will headline fundraiser to boost Democratic Senate candidates
Former President Barack Obama will headline a fundraiser next month to benefit Democratic Senate candidates as the party gears up to defend its slim majority.NBC News - Top stories -
Lawmakers of both parties used a committee hearing to blast FDIC Chairman Martin Gruenberg over a report revealing widespread sexual harassment at the agency.
Lawmakers of both parties used a committee hearing to blast FDIC Chairman Martin Gruenberg over a report revealing widespread sexual harassment at the agency.The Wall Street Journal - World -
I’m with the band: who knew Antony Blinken could play rock classics?
The US secretary of state, who performed with a Kyiv band in a bar this week, is the latest musically inclined politician to hit the stage. Name: Rocking politicians.. Age: The latest example of the trend came on Tuesday night, in a basement in ...The Guardian - World -
Why Kings oddly paid $300K to Noel, who didn't play this season
The Kings paid Nerlens Noel $300,000 during the 2023-24 NBA season despite him never playing a game for Sacramento.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Manilow to play Co-op Live and not 'back-up' arena
The star had reserved Manchester's other arena in case the new venue wasn't ready for Sunday's show.BBC News - Top stories -
Lil Baby said to be safe after three men are shot in Atlanta near site of music video
Rapper Lil Baby is believed to be the artist who was filming a music video near where three men were shot Tuesday in a commercial area in Atlanta.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
YouTube said it would comply with a Hong Kong court ruling that banned the distribution of a protest song in the city.
YouTube said it would comply with a Hong Kong court ruling that banned the distribution of a protest song in the city.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Resold police guns end up in criminal hands
A new CBS News investigation finds thousands of guns once owned by law enforcement have turned up at crime scenes across the country. National investigative correspondent Stephen Stock reports.CBS News - Top stories -
A Senate Group Urges Spending $32 Billion in Emergency AI Development and Safety
A bipartisan quartet convened by Senate Majority Leader Schumer studied AI issues for a year and said the government should seize the opportunities and address the risks of the new tech.Inc. - Business -
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Inside China's EV Takeover
Chinese carmakers are ramping up electric-vehicle production, posing a challenge to U.S. automakers. WSJ’s Yoko Kubota traveled to the city of Hangzhou to see the impact of China’s EV boomThe Wall Street Journal - World - China -
NFL releases 2024 schedule: Packers, Eagles to play in Brazil, Christmas games on Netflix
Draft day excitement has subsided and Fantasy Football is months away, but Wednesday marks a big day for fans who found out what schedule their respective teams will face in the 2024 season.The Hill - Politics - NFL -
2024 PGA Championship weather forecast: Rain and thunderstorms likely to delay play, soften Valhalla course
Forecasts suggest another wet week in Louisville for the 106th PGA ChampionshipCBS Sports - Sports -
NFL schedule: Packers, Jets, Bears join 6 other teams playing regular-season games outside U.S.
If you're considering a vacation in 2024, why not travel to see an NFL game?Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
LeBron James shows up to watch son Bronny play at NBA draft combine
Bronny James’ famous father was on hand Wednesday to watch him play at the NBA draft combineABC News - Sports - NBA -
Nails found glued sharp-end up on swings and slide
Police say they are investigating the discovery at a play park in an Oxfordshire village.BBC News - Top stories -
For China, Russia Is Both a Partner and a Predicament
On his trip to Beijing, Russian President Vladimir Putin will be seeking more support from Chinese leader Xi Jinping to resist Western efforts to isolate Moscow.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Angela Alsobrooks wins pricey Maryland Senate primary, setting up clash with former governor
Alsobrooks, who overcame tens of millions of dollars in spending from David Trone, will face a competitive race against Hogan in the fall.NBC News - Politics -
TikTok Creators Sue U.S. Government Over Law That Could Ban the Platform
A group of eight content creators who rely on the social media app toreachcustomers and audiences challenge the law requiring Chinese parent ByteDance to sell its U.S. business or be banned.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
Billionaire Frank McCourt says he's putting together a consortium to buy TikTok
Billionaire businessman and real estate mogul Frank McCourt says he’s putting together a consortium to purchase TikTok’s U.S. businessABC News - Tech - Tiktok -
Devin Halbal, Fashion and Travel TikTok Influencer, Takes on Japan
Devin Halbal had amassed hundreds of thousands of TikTok followers with her inspirational videos. Then she went to Asia.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Tiktok -
TikTok creators sue U.S. government in a bid to stop potential ban
TikTok creators sued the U.S. government on Tuesday, alleging a new law that could ban the app violates their free speech rights under the 1st Amendment. The legislation is meant to force Chinese owner ByteDance to sell the service.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - Tiktok -
House passes policing bills as GOP seeks to highlight crime as campaign issue
The House approved a trio of bills Wednesday aimed at supporting law enforcement during National Police Week — legislation largely opposed by Democrats, as leaders on the left decried GOP attempts to downplay the events of Jan. 6, 2021. ...The Hill - Politics -
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Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square dumps stake in Lowe’s, keeps Google
Home-improvement retailers are in the spotlight as mortgage rates stay highMarketWatch - Business - Google