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TikTok says ban would cost U.S. small businesses, creators $1.3 billion in first month
TikTok says the economic harm from a law signed by President Joe Biden would grow if the Supreme Court does not overturn it.
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5 things to know about TikTok
Since its launch, TikTok has become one of the world’s most popular social media platforms, using recommendation algorithms to connect content creators and influencers with new audiences.
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Federal judges uphold law that could ban TikTok, say platform could be unavailable in US
The D.C. Circuit voted to uphold the ban, citing national security threats and the collection of data from TikTok users.
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TikTok influencer arrested for second alleged shoplifting at same Target store
A TikTok influencer has been arrested for a second time after police said she shoplifted hundreds of dollars worth of items from a Florida Target store where she was accused of a similar crime.
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TikTok influencer arrested after posting videos with allegedly shoplifted Target haul
Marlena Velez, 22, is alleged to have stolen items from a Target in Cape Coral, Florida, by scanning false bar codes with cheaper prices, police said.
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Trump victory may provide TikTok a lifeline to remain in the U.S.
Donald Trump’s election victory may provide a lifeline for TikTok, which faces a potential U.S. ban in January if not divested from parent company ByteDance.
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What's #Trending: Trying viral food trends from Tik Tok
Kwani and Anna try some of the most viral food trends from TikTok!
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Here's what ‘No Spend September' is and how to know if you should participate
‘No Spend September’ is a social media trend that involves a full month of cutting non-essential purchases. Here’s how you may benefit.
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TikTok must face lawsuit over 10-year-old's ‘blackout challenge' death, appeals court rules
A U.S. appeals court revived on Tuesday a lawsuit filed by the mother of a 10-year-old Pennsylvania girl who died attempting a viral challenge she allegedly saw on TikTok that dared people to choke themselves until they lost consciousness.
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TikTok food sensation sparks burn warning from doctors
Tanghulu, a traditional Chinese snack, can be a challenge to find. But doctors say making it at home — something demonstrated in viral TikTok videos — can be dangerous. It’s a colorful, crunchy, and sweet treat, with skewers of fresh fruit usually coated in crystalized sugar. What makes tanghulu stunning can also make it hazardous to tackle as a do-it-yourself…
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Doctors issue safety warning over TikTok food sensation
The viral trend of making Tanghulu, a traditional Chinese snack, has led to an uptick of children and teens with severe burns, according to a surgeon at Shriners Children’s Boston.
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Justice Department sues TikTok, accusing the company of illegally collecting children's data
The Justice Department sued TikTok on Friday, accusing the company of violating children’s online privacy law and running afoul of a settlement it had reached with another federal agency.
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A look at the Olympic memes that are taking over TikTok by storm
A new Olympic trend is taking TikTok by storm with kids and adults posting clips of themselves competing in a sport but completely failing.
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TikTok collected US user views on issues like abortion and gun control, officials say
Under a law signed by President Joe Biden in April, the company could face a ban in a few months if it doesn’t break ties with ByteDance.
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Trying the viral ‘fluffy coke' drink
TikTok is the crazy-drink-combination hotspot, and Anna and Maria had to hop on this one. They taste-tested the viral ‘fluffy coke’ recipe and gave their *honest* feedback on the sugar-loaded dessert.
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TikTok star Bella Brave dead at 10 after long health battle
TikToker Bella Brave has passed away after a long health battle. She was just 10 years old. Mother Kyla Thomson announced her death on social media, writing, “Our brave girl left her legacy here on earth to dance on streets of gold July 14, 2024 at 4:19pm ET.
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TikTok executive Govind Sandhu diagnosed with stage 4 cancer at 38
TikTok executive Govind Sandu shared he was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma: “I thought I was in the best shape of my life.”
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From ‘latte makeup' to ‘girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last?
TikTok and its bite-sized videos arrived in the United States as a global version of the Chinese app Douyin. Less than six years later, the social media platform is deeply woven into the fabric of American consumerism.
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Moms are going viral for sharing dramatic before-and-after photos of ‘pregnancy nose'
Tyreece Gilligan knew her body would change when she got pregnant. She wasn’t prepared however, for the “startling” transformation of her facial features.
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Top TikTok creators confused after blue check marks are removed from their accounts
TikTok’s removal of blue verified check marks from some popular accounts is causing an uproar among the app’s highly followed stars.