UN chief calls for immediate ceasefire amid Gaza humanitarian crisis
UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday warned that the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip has reached a critical level and called fo...
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday that his administration is in contact with four different groups regarding the sale of TikTok, the popular Chinese-owned social media platform.
The comments come as TikTok’s future remains uncertain under a law that requires its owner, ByteDance, to either sell the platform on national security grounds or face a ban—a deadline that took effect on January 19.
During a briefing aboard Air Force One, Trump remarked, “We’re dealing with four different groups, and a lot of people want it … all four are good.” When asked about the likelihood of a deal materializing soon, he added, “It could.” The administration’s efforts follow an executive order signed on January 20, which sought to delay the law’s enforcement by 75 days, providing additional time for negotiations.
The evolving situation has attracted several potential buyers, including former Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt. Business analysts have speculated that TikTok could be valued at as much as $50 billion, underscoring the high stakes involved. TikTok and ByteDance have not immediately responded to Reuters’ requests for comment.
The discussions are taking place amid broader concerns over national security and the influence of Chinese technology in the United States. As the Trump administration explores various options, the outcome of these talks could have significant implications for the platform’s operation in America and its global market presence.
With negotiations ongoing, industry observers continue to watch closely, aware that any deal could reshape the competitive landscape of social media while setting a precedent for future technology transactions under geopolitical pressures.
The U.S. economy faces a 40% risk of recession in the second half of 2025, JP Morgan analysts said on Wednesday, citing rising tariffs and stagflation concerns.
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off Japan’s Tokara Islands on Wednesday, with no tsunami warning issued but residents advised to remain vigilant.
The United States has rescinded licensing restrictions on ethane exports to China, allowing shipments to resume after a temporary halt and signalling progress in efforts to ease recent trade tensions.
The European Commission is set to propose allowing carbon credits from other countries to count towards the EU’s 2040 climate target, according to a leaked internal document.
China has ramped up efforts to protect communities impacted by flood control measures, introducing stronger compensation policies and direct aid from the central government.
At least seven people remain missing following a massive explosion at a fireworks warehouse in the town of Esparto, Northern California, according to a report by NBC News citing local officials.
A delegation from Azerbaijan, led by MP Qaya Məmmədov, took part in the annual session of the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly (OSCE PA), held from 28 June to 3 July in Porto, Portugal.
Chinese scientists have unveiled PlantGPT, the first large language model-based artificial intelligence designed specifically for plant functional genomics.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday warned that the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip has reached a critical level and called for an immediate and lasting ceasefire. He emphasised that vital infrastructure is on the verge of collapse due to a severe fuel shortage.
The US House of Representatives approved a significant tax-cut and spending bill on Thursday, passing it by a narrow margin of 218 to 214. The legislation has now been sent to President Donald Trump for his signature.
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