US President Trump announced Microsoft as a potential acquirer of TikTok's US operations, alongside other unnamed companies. A revised merger proposal by Perplexity AI suggests creating a new entity excluding TikTok's core algorithm. Concerns over national security have prompted these moves, with a new ownership deadline set to April 4.
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A Russian captain is in U.K. police custody after his cargo ship collided with a U.S. tanker transporting jet fuel in the North Sea. The collision resulted in one crew member missing and a risk of environmental damage. The incident involved a mix of Russian and Filipino crew and no foul play is suspected.
US Vice President JD Vance condemned Fred Wellman for calling him the 'worst VP in modern history'. The host of On Democracy with FPWellman, criticised Vance's comments on Denmark's handling of Greenland. Vance stated that critics want to turn Europe into a permanent protectorate and emphasized the importance of Greenland to US security.
Hamas has confirmed the release of four Israeli women hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners on Saturday, marking the second exchange under the ceasefire agreement with Israel aimed at ending the Gaza conflict. The initial confusion over the release date has been resolved.
Alina Habba, a senior aide to Donald Trump, offered an insight into the replica White House spaces used by Joe Biden. She showcased the sophisticated setup, including teleprompters and professional lighting, which facilitated Biden's televised events during his presidency. Stephen Miller claimed Biden required this setup to read scripts effectively.
Anne Marie Hochhalter, a survivor of the 1999 Columbine shooting that left her partially paralyzed, has died at 43. Despite enduring chronic pain, she dedicated her life to helping others and forgave one of the gunmen’s mothers in 2016. She found solace in a bond with another victim’s family. Hochhalter’s passing, suspected to be from natural causes linked to her injuries, reignites reflection on the tragedy and healing.
KFC is moving its corporate headquarters from Louisville, Kentucky, to Plano, Texas, affecting around 190 employees. The decision aligns with Yum! Brands' restructuring strategy and Texas's favorable tax policies. Despite the move, Yum! Brands will maintain a presence in Louisville, including the KFC Foundation and a flagship restaurant.
Tesla shareholders don't have the power to directly vote to remove the CEO. But they could influence the Board if they believe Musk's leadership endangers their investment. The call for Elon Musk to resign from the CEO post comes as Tesla is at the receiving end of people's anger against Elon Musk. The Donald Trump administration has vowed strong action and a 'domestic terrorism' charge against protesters setting Tesla vehicles on fire.
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has rejected US President Donald Trump's claim that America will acquire the Arctic island, asserting that Greenland decides its own future. Despite Trump's suggestion that military force was not off the table, Greenlandic leaders maintain their autonomy against foreign control.
A 32-year-old nurse in Uganda has died from Ebola, marking the first fatality since the 2023 outbreak ended. The nurse, employed at Mulago Hospital in Kampala, developed a fever and was later diagnosed with the Sudan strain of Ebola. He died on Wednesday. Health officials have identified 44 contacts, including 30 healthcare workers. The current outbreak poses challenges as there are no approved vaccines for the Sudan strain. Authorities are investigating the source of the infection.