As TikTok faces a shutdown in the US, millions of users are hopeful that Donald Trump, upon his inauguration, will reverse the ban temporarily enacted. Trump previously opposed TikTok citing security risks, but his stance has recently shifted due to his own success on the platform. The final decision depends heavily on ongoing discussions and potential negotiations.
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Six US prison workers accused of beating to death a handcuffed Black inmate were indicted Thursday on second-degree murder charges, in a case that has sparked outrage. A 10th prison worker was charged with allegedly cleaning up the scene and attempting to conceal evidence.
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Every January 27, Germany commemorates the victims of Nazi atrocities on Holocaust Remembrance Day, reflecting on its dark past. Amidst rising antisemitism and political tensions, the country's 'remembrance culture' is constantly evolving, facing both external threats and internal criticisms.
Conservative commentators slammed Biden for his dark money warning in his final address Wednesday. Fox News’ Dana Perino commented on air after the speech, “When he talks about dark money, does he not remember that just last week, he gave the Medal of Freedom award to George Soros?â€
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has affirmed that Canada will remain in a trade war with the United States due to tariffs imposed by Washington. In retaliation, Canada has implemented its own tariffs. The ongoing tensions are evident from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's disparaging remark about Trudeau.
A Stockholm court convicted Salwan Najem of inciting ethnic hatred during four Quran burnings in 2023, just days after the murder of his co-defendant, Salwan Momika. Najem received a suspended sentence and a fine. The court ruled that while criticism of religion is allowed, the protests expressed contempt for Muslims. The burnings strained Sweden’s ties with Middle Eastern nations and raised its national security threat level.
Three Bulgarian nationals in Britain were convicted by a London jury for spying for Russia, putting lives at risk. The trio, working on orders from Russian intelligence, conducted widespread surveillance on Kremlin opponents across Europe between 2020 and 2023. They face up to 14 years in prison, with other spy cell members already admitting to espionage charges.
Lindy Li, a top Democratic fundraiser, left the Democratic Party after criticizing President Biden and Vice President Harris. She accused the party of financial mismanagement and faced significant backlash and accusations. Li plans to support Republicans, citing poor treatment from her former party.