China’s ByteDance signs deal to form joint venture to operate TikTok US app
WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – TikTok’s Chinese owner ByteDance signed binding agreements to form a joint venture that will hand control of operations of TikTok’s U.S. app to American and global investors, in a big step toward avoiding a U.S. ban and ending years of uncertainty. The deal is a milestone for the short video app used […]
TikTok’s journey from global sensation to Trump target
A 3D-printed miniature model of U.S. President Donald Trump and TikTok logo are seen in this illustration taken January 19, 2025. REUTERS Dec 19 (Reuters) – TikTok’s Chinese owner, ByteDance, signed binding agreements with three major investors to sell just over 80% of the company’s U.S. assets to American and global investors to avoid a […]
TikTok monitored Grindr activity through third-party tracker, privacy group alleges
The TikTok app icon on a smartphone in this illustration taken October 27, 2025. REUTERS Dec 17 (Reuters) – A privacy advocacy group, noyb, filed complaints to Austria’s data protection authority on Wednesday against TikTok, Grindr and AppsFlyer, alleging these companies breached regional privacy laws, risking exposure of sensitive data. Vienna-based organization None of Your […]
National broadcasters consider Israel Eurovision participation amid boycott threats
Yuval Raphael, representing Israel, performs “New Day Will Rise”, during the Grand Final of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, May 17, 2025. REUTERS GENEVA, Dec 4 (Reuters) – Members of the body that organises the Eurovision Song Contest will meet on Thursday to discuss and potentially vote on whether Israel can compete […]
Australia’s Star Entertainment names Mathieson Jr. as new chair
A view of signage at Star Entertainment’s The Star casino in Sydney, Australia, March 3, 2025. REUTERS Dec 1 (Reuters) – Star Entertainment has elected Bruce Mathieson Jr. as chairman, cementing the billionaire Mathieson family’s grip on the embattled casino firm after the family and U.S. gaming group Bally’s converted their rescue loans into equity. Chairwoman […]
More sleep, less screen time as China aims to reduce student stress
Children attend a swim training session at Hangzhou Chen Jinglun Sport school Natatorium, where Chinese Olympic swimmer Sun Yang and Fu Yuanhui also trained, in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China, August 10, 2016. REUTERS HONG KONG, Nov 12 (Reuters) – Chinese authorities have announced measures to improve the mental health of primary and secondary school students […]
MY BHARAT CROSSES 2 CRORE REGISTRATIONS
“MY Bharat is the Heartbeat of Young India, channeling them to contribute in nation building,” says Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya MY Bharat connects more than 16,000 youth club members and over 60,000 institutional partners Over 14.5 lakh volunteering opportunities created through MY Bharat The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has achieved a major […]
Union Public Service Commission announces Recruitment Results for the month of August, 2025
The following Recruitment Results have been finalized by the Union Public Service Commission during the month of August, 2025. The recommended candidates have been informed individually by post. Applications of other candidates were duly considered but regretted that it has not been possible to call them for interview/recommend them for the post. Click here to see […]
Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban separate after 19 years of marriage
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban attend the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award Tribute Gala in Los Angeles, California, U.S., April 27, 2024. REUTERS LOS ANGELES, Sept 29 (Reuters) – Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman and country music star Keith Urban have separated after 19 years of marriage, various news outlets reported on Monday, citing unidentified sources. […]
GST Reforms 2025: How Assam’s Economy Will Gain Across Sectors
The recent GST reforms are expected to ripple through various sectors of Assam’s economy. The state known for its lush tea gardens, exquisite silks, vibrant handicrafts, and rich biodiversity, will witness significant economic gains, with ease in input costs, improved price competitiveness, and rise in demand. Tea estates and small growers stand to benefit from lower value-chain […]