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TikTok has blocked two accounts of Yevhen Murayev for spreading pro-Russian disinformation. The politician is under NSDC sanctions and is suspected of treason.
The White House has opened an official TikTok account under the name @whitehouse. The first video features footage of Trump saying, "I am your voice," and the caption for the video reads: "America, we are BACK! Hello, TikTok?".
The video on TikTok contains links to fake websites of "Diia" and the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.
Jerry Heil and YARMAK deleted the music video for the song "Z yakogo ty poverhu neba?" after actor Kostiantyn Temlyak was accused of domestic violence. The performers plan to create a new music video using TikTok clips.
TikTok is rolling out updates to its Family Pairing tool, giving parents more control over content and children's accounts. Additionally, features have been added to improve user well-being and filter out offensive comments.
Australia is revoking YouTube's exemption, adding it to the list of social media platforms banned for teenagers under 16. The ban will come into effect in December, and its violation carries a fine of up to 49.5 million Australian dollars.
More than 90% of environmental defenders and climate activists worldwide have experienced online harassment, most often on Facebook. A Global Witness study found that online attacks often escalate into real-world threats, and Meta's social networks are the primary platforms for such abuse.
In Poltava, a group of civilians blocked the road for a vehicle transporting mobilized individuals to a training center, damaging the vehicle and causing some of the mobilized individuals to disappear. The Poltava Regional TCR reported submitting a request to the SBU regarding obstruction of the legitimate activities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and to the SBI regarding the unauthorized abandonment of the unit by mobilized individuals.
The Krakow prosecutor's office is investigating the case of a former Polish soldier who is fighting against Ukraine as part of the Russian army. He is suspected of cooperating with Russian intelligence and spreading disinformation.
The Irish media regulator is pressuring the X platform over non-compliance with new age verification rules to protect minors. The company risks a fine of up to 500,000 euros and is challenging the code in court.
American World War II veteran Jake Larson, known as "Papa Jake" on TikTok, has died at the age of 102. He participated in the Allied landings in Normandy and shared his experiences.
The National Security and Defense Council's Center for Countering Disinformation refuted information about the encirclement of the 114th Territorial Defense Brigade in the Kupyansk direction. The video circulating on TikTok turned out to be a fake, created using artificial intelligence.
Olena Zelenska's mental health program offers 8 steps to reconnect with yourself and improve well-being. Learn how to recognize the signs of losing touch with yourself and what to do to restore harmony.
During the night attack on Kyiv on July 10, TikTok users streamed the work of air defense against Russian "Shaheds". The head of the Kyiv City Military Administration, Tymur Tkachenko, urged to refrain from photo and video recording and dissemination of these materials, as the enemy could use them.
TikTok is developing a new version of its app for users in the US, which is planned to launch on September 5. This comes amid negotiations for the sale of TikTok's US assets, the deadline for which has been extended to September 17.
US President Donald Trump announced the start of negotiations with China on a possible deal regarding TikTok. He noted that the US has "largely" concluded an agreement on the sale of the application.
China's National Meteorological Center has renewed a yellow alert for high temperatures, forecasting over 37°C in more than 10 provinces. At the same time, another 10 provinces are preparing for floods due to record rainfall, which has caused water levels in rivers to rise.
Donald Trump said he has found a group of "very wealthy people" who are ready to buy TikTok. He awaits approval from China and President Xi Jinping, and will reveal names in about two weeks.
The Center for Countering Disinformation debunked a fake about payments of 24,000 hryvnias to citizens who did not leave Ukraine after February 24, 2022. Scammers are spreading disinformation through TikTok, using a fake design of the Verkhovna Rada website and urging people to follow suspicious links.
An Australian trial has confirmed the technological feasibility of age verification for social media. A law banning access for those under 16 could come into effect by the end of the year.
The High Court of Malaysia has issued a temporary court injunction against Telegram over content that undermines trust in state institutions and threatens public harmony. The regulator accuses the platform of ignoring warnings about harmful publications.
The White House has allowed TikTok to operate in the US for another 90 days to allow time for the sale of the company's stake. Trump wants Americans to be able to use TikTok safely.
37-year-old TV presenter Lesia Nikitiuk has confirmed her pregnancy by sharing a photo with a rounded belly. Her fiancé, marine Dmytro Babchuk, proposed to her in January.
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Studies show that popular TikTok beauty routines have minimal benefit for teens and can sometimes even be harmful. Dermatologists warn against overuse of active ingredients without consultation.
The British government is considering restricting the use of social media for children, namely a 2-hour limit and a 10:00 p. m. curfew. The Minister of Technology is studying the impact of addictive apps.
17-year-old TikTok star Sanu Youssef was shot dead in Islamabad. A 22-year-old man who repeatedly tried to contact her was arrested within 20 hours.
TikTok has introduced TikTok for Artists with tools for promotion, analytics and audience interaction. The platform is already available in more than 25 countries, including the USA and the EU.
The EU is preparing a new mobile application for age verification that will allow confirming age without disclosing personal data. This step aims to enhance the protection of children online and will be the first stage towards the launch of the EU digital wallet in 2026.
The practice of microdosing GLP-1 drugs, such as Ozempic, for weight loss and diabetes treatment is gaining popularity in the US. Patients are reducing doses to reduce side effects or save money.