The Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the law banning TikTok has left users with few options, and the app’s parent company, ByteDance, may be next. Unless President-elect Trump intervenes or Congress extends the timeline, TikTok will shut down on Sunday. But what about other apps owned by ByteDance in the US? These apps could also … Read more
A ski lift collapsed at the Astún resort in the Pyrenees mountains of Spain, leaving dozens of people injured and many more trapped in chairlifts, according to the Civil Guard. The incident occurred on January 18 and was reported to have caused a “15-meter high chairlift line” to fall. Rescue efforts are underway, with the … Read more
A Bangladeshi national, Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad, who had entered India on false pretenses and changed his name to Bijoy Das, was arrested in Thane. The accused allegedly stabbed Saif Ali Khan on January 16 after being allowed into the actor’s apartment by staff who were unaware he was a threat. Shehzad, from Jhalokathi district … Read more
The year 1958 was a memorable one for the 14 members of Kankakee’s Little League team. They came within just one game of becoming the first-ever Little League World Champions, ultimately falling to Monterrey, Mexico in the championship game. The team, led by Manager Bill Gwin, had an impressive run through the Midwest Regional and … Read more
Dealing with cancelled flights can be stressful, but understanding your rights and options can make a big difference. Here’s what you need to know: If your flight is cancelled, contact the airline directly to see if they can rebook you on another flight. You can choose from flying ASAP, flying later, or using alternative transport. … Read more
The rise of the dollar since the 2016 US election has been a significant factor in global markets, but its gains are not being driven by market expectations of increased tariffs. The dollar has risen against major currencies like the euro and British pound, but has shown limited appreciation against the yuan and Japanese yen, … Read more
A delayed announcement of the Palestinian prisoners set to be freed on Sunday is attributed to errors in some names by the Hamas prisoners office. The group assures that these mistakes will be corrected and the list made public soon. Source: https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-838233
The Federal Reserve has cut its target rate three times in 2024, causing deposit rates and money market account (MMA) rates to fall. However, it’s essential to compare MMA rates now, as these high rates may not be around for long. According to the FDIC, the national average MMA rate stands at 0.66%. While this … Read more
Starbucks has reversed a policy that allowed anyone to enter its stores without buying something, citing concerns over safety and customer comfort. The new code of conduct, set to be implemented in all North American company-owned stores, bans discriminatory behavior, smoking, vaping, drug use, panhandling, and drinking outside the store. The move comes after two … Read more
Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres tour has shattered records with 10 million ticket sales and $1 billion in revenue. Next week, the band will broadcast their biggest-ever show from Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium to a live stream across India on Disney+ Hotstar. The event will also feature exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and mark the Republic Day … Read more