TikTok profiting from sexual livestreams involving children, BBC told

Young women in Kenya tell the BBC they have used TikTok to sell sexual content since they were teenagers.

BBC News - 19h

TikTok investigated over use of children's data

It will look into how the social media platform uses the data of 13 to 17-year-olds to recommend content.

BBC News - 13h

TikTok Taps Climeworks to Remove CO2 From the Atmosphere

The announcement comes as the Trump Administration has thrown emerging climate-related tech like direct air capture into flux.

Inc. - Feb. 19

UK data protection watchdog investigating how TikTok uses children's personal data

The U.K.’s data protection watchdog says that it's investigating how TikTok uses the personal information of teenagers to deliver content recommendations to them when they use the social media ...

ABC News - 6h

AfD is 'absolutely delighted' - BBC reports from the party's HQ

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is expected to become the second biggest force in the country.

BBC News - Feb. 24

From wedding videos to four Oscars: Anora director speaks to the BBC

Baker is the first person to win four Oscars for one film, including Best Director.

BBC News - 9h

FBI told to transfer 1,500 personnel from headquarters: Reports

The FBI told managers that 1,500 personnel will be transferred from the headquarters near Washington headquarters to offices around the country, including around a third being placed in an Alabama ...

The Hill - Feb. 22

U.S. could earn profits from Ukraine's rare minerals

A potential deal with Ukraine could bring in 50% of profits to America from rare minerals extracted by the U.S. ally. Iulia Joja, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, joins CBS News with ...

CBS News - 5d

I want to leave my home to my children from my first marriage — and not to my second husband. Is that wrong?

“My husband has two children, who also have a mother and grandparents who have an inheritance to leave them.”

MarketWatch - Feb. 23

Detroit mother gifted home after 2 children die from sleeping in van during frigid weather

A Detroit mother whose two children died from possible exposure to the cold this month while the family was living in a van has been given a new home days after her son and daughter were laid to rest.

NBC News - 3d

WATCH: Ohio school bus driver praised for saving children from burning vehicle

A bus on its way to Monticello Middle School in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, caught fire after its rear tire ignited. The driver swiftly evacuated all 15 students from the bus, ensuring their safety.

ABC News - 3d

Trump wants generals involved in Afghanistan withdrawal fired

President Trump said “every single one” of the military generals involved in the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan should be fired, seated next to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during a Cabinet ...

The Hill - 4d

Agencies told to prep for mass layoffs

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story OPM tells agencies to plan for mass layoffs A Wednesday memo from the Office of ...

The Hill - 4d

Anglerfish That Surfaced Inspires Emotional Reactions on TikTok

An eerie looking creature from the ocean’s depths has become an unwitting inspiration for intense emotions.

The New York Times - Feb. 18

‘We’re ready’: Frank McCourt on possibility of buying TikTok

McCourt's Project Liberty advocacy group submitted a bid to buy the U.S. assets of TikTok in early January.

The Hill - Feb. 21

TikTok seeks a deal and China brings a chip ‘shock’

The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times

Financial Times - 4d

Profits, Not D.E.I., Are Why Companies Exist

An awkward truth has become evident in the first days of the Trump administration, as many firms mute their commitments to diversity and sustainability.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Rugby league pundit charged with sexual assault

Danika Priim, who has appeared on the BBC and Sky, will appear before Leeds Crown Court next month.

BBC News - Feb. 20

Rubiales found guilty of sexual assault of Hermoso

Spain's High Court said on Thursday it had found former football federation boss Luis Rubiales guilty of kissing player Jenni Hermoso without her consent and set a fine of over €10,000 ...

ESPN - Feb. 21

Chase Elliott, Brad Keselowski involved in Atlanta crash late in Stage 2

Chase Elliott, Brad Keselowski and Corey LaJoie were involved in a multicar crash at Lap 150 during Sunday\\\"s NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway. With just 10 laps remaining in ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 23

Exposed: Labour peer’s involvement in apparent cash-for-access venture

Lord David Evans of Watford said ‘our mates now have senior jobs’ and advised on how to approach Angela Rayner. Profile: who is Lord David Evans of Watford? Explainer: what are the House of ...

The Guardian - 6d

Historic Strike Involving Thousands of Oregon Healthcare Workers Comes to an End

This is a MedPage Today story. A strike involving nearly 5,000 healthcare workers at Providence Health in Oregon, which began Jan. 10, has come to an end. Late Monday, eight RN bargaining units ...

ABC News - 4d

Sign Up Now: Meet Piera Gelardi of Refinery29 and Yelitsa Jean-Charles of Healthy Roots Dolls in This Exclusive Inc. Livestream Today at 12 p.m. ET

Learn how two wildly successful founders infused their brand with personality to gain a competitive edge.

Inc. - 6d

Block shares fall on profit, revenue miss

Block, formerly known as Square, got off to a sluggish start on Wall Street this year after underperforming the Nasdaq in 2024.

CNBC - Feb. 21

Ignoring science for profit will have deadly consequences for America

We cannot sell out their climate future for the continued profits of powerful business interests.

The Hill - Feb. 24

Workday beats estimates for revenue and profit, stock jumps

Workday exceeded analysts' estimates for the quarter and pointed to stronger demand from artificial intelligence products.

CNBC - 5d

Nigel Farage’s media company records £1.25mn profit

Reform UK leader’s earnings boosted by reality show appearance in late 2023

Financial Times - 5d

TikTok's top artist Yeri Mua gets real on immigration, Bellakath beef

The reggaeton mexa star spoke with De Los during the U.S. leg of her Traka Tour.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 20

'I make more in one hour on TikTok than a day in the shop'

Laura Mallows sells most of her products via TikTok but "dreams" of opening a physical shop once more.

BBC News - Feb. 22

‘Traditional flavours and modern ideas’ turn Swedish buns into a TikTok delight

The ‘fantasticallly delicious’ semla has gone from a simple Nordic springtime favourite to a Noma-approved delicacy. The earliest version of the Swedish semla was a 16th-century plain bread bun ...

The Guardian - Feb. 22

'Nightmare visit to beauty spot made me infamous on Tiktok'

Chelsea Coltart - whose car got damaged and was fined in the Peak District - wants to warn others.

BBC News - Feb. 23

Substack boosts video capabilities amid potential TikTok ban

As TikTok's future in the U.S. remains in limbo, San Francisco startup Substack is going after video creators in a move to expand its platform.

CNBC - Feb. 23

How TikTok Helped Germany’s Left to a Surprise Election Showing

Struggling a month ago, the Die Linke party surged into Parliament by riding a backlash against conservative immigration policy.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

Casey Anthony joins TikTok to announce new career as ‘legal advocate’

Florida mother acquitted of killing her only child says she’ll ‘advocate for my daughter’ and promotes Substack. Casey Anthony , the Florida mother controversially acquitted of killing her ...

The Guardian - 1h

Luis Rubiales found guilty of sexually assaulting Spanish footballer Jenni Hermoso

Former president of Spanish football federation kissed player after team won women’s World Cup in 2023. The former president of the Spanish Football Federation Luis Rubiales has been found guilty ...

The Guardian - Feb. 20

Luis Rubiales Found Guilty of Sexual Assault for Kissing Jennifer Hermoso

Luis Rubiales forcibly kissed Jennifer Hermoso on the lips after the country’s national team won the 2023 Women’s World Cup.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Over 1,000 women "lured to Spain" and sexually exploited, police say

The victims were also only allowed to go out for two hours per day and otherwise kept under video surveillance, police said.

CBS News - Feb. 24

'Drag Race' alum Shangela accused of 2017 sexual assault in new lawsuit

Darius Jeremy “DJ” Pierce, known by his drag persona Shangela, has been accused of sexually assaulting a crew member of a movie he was filming in 2017, according to a lawsuit filed Monday in a New ...

NBC News - 6d

NFL star Justin Tucker offers apology but denies sexual misconduct claims

Kicker says he is committed to respect of others Tucker has faced mounting accusations since January Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker has released a new statement maintaining that he did ...

The Guardian - 4d

25 arrested in global operation targeting AI child sexual abuse content

Law enforcement agencies from Australia to Canada helped detain dozens of suspects linked to a Denmark-based AI child sex abuse platform, Europol says.

CBS News - 3d

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