Justice Department sues TikTok, accusing the company of violating a children's online privacy law
TikTok is accused in a lawsuit of violating a federal law requiring kid-oriented apps and websites to get parental consent before collecting personal information of children under 13 years old.
TikTok is accused in a lawsuit of violating a federal law requiring kid-oriented apps and websites to get parental consent before collecting personal information of children under 13 years old.
Justice Department claims TikTok collected user data on abortion, gun control, and more
In a fresh broadside against one of the world’s most popular technology companies, the Justice Department has accused TikTok of harnessing the capability to gather bulk information on users based on views on divisive social issues like gun control, abortion and religion.
In a fresh broadside against one of the world’s most popular technology companies, the Justice Department has accused TikTok of harnessing the capability to gather bulk information on users based on views on divisive social issues like gun control, abortion and religion.
Pennsylvania middle school students impersonate teachers with over 20 TikTok accounts
The Great Valley School District says middle school students set up more than 20 fake TikTok accounts to impersonate and demean staff members.
The Great Valley School District says middle school students set up more than 20 fake TikTok accounts to impersonate and demean staff members.
Pennsylvania students impersonate teachers using over 20 TikTok accounts
Great Valley Middle School students created more than 20 TikTok accounts to impersonate teachers, and demean staff members.
Great Valley Middle School students created more than 20 TikTok accounts to impersonate teachers, and demean staff members.
TikTok glossary: From Barbiecore to WaterTok
Will your summer look be more coastal grandma or cottagecore? If you’re not sure, this TikTok glossary is here to help.
Will your summer look be more coastal grandma or cottagecore? If you’re not sure, this TikTok glossary is here to help.
How a Chipotle delivery turned into an Arizona couple's wedding being paid off
An Arizona man delivering food to earn money for he and his fiancé's wedding got the surprise of a lifetime when a note he wrote went viral on TikTok. Donations poured in, covering the cost of their dream wedding.
An Arizona man delivering food to earn money for he and his fiancé's wedding got the surprise of a lifetime when a note he wrote went viral on TikTok. Donations poured in, covering the cost of their dream wedding.
Doctor warns against 'anti-sunscreen' TikToks: 'Nobody is dying of sunscreen'
Videos are circulating on TikTok saying sunscreen does more harm than good. The videos can be found just by searching for “anti-sunscreen," but before you take advice from social media, an Arizona skin cancer doctor weighs in with the truth.
Videos are circulating on TikTok saying sunscreen does more harm than good. The videos can be found just by searching for “anti-sunscreen," but before you take advice from social media, an Arizona skin cancer doctor weighs in with the truth.
Maryland TikTok star joins legal battle against federal ban
A Maryland woman is among eight content creators who have joined a lawsuit suing the U.S. government, arguing that a new law forcing the sale or ban of the app TikTok violates their First Amendment rights.
A Maryland woman is among eight content creators who have joined a lawsuit suing the U.S. government, arguing that a new law forcing the sale or ban of the app TikTok violates their First Amendment rights.
‘Get Ready With Me’ TikTok star announces own death in final video
Popular TikTok creator Dr. Kimberley Nix announced her own death in a heartfelt final video titled "Get Ready with Me, One Last Time," where she shared her journey with metastatic sarcoma and encouraged new followers to learn from her experiences.
Popular TikTok creator Dr. Kimberley Nix announced her own death in a heartfelt final video titled "Get Ready with Me, One Last Time," where she shared her journey with metastatic sarcoma and encouraged new followers to learn from her experiences.
TikTok files lawsuit over law that would force sale, ban in US
TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance are suing the U.S. federal government over the recently-passed law that could ban the social media platform.
TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance are suing the U.S. federal government over the recently-passed law that could ban the social media platform.
Trending 'Senior Assassin' TikTok game 'could get someone hurt or killed', police say
A trending TikTok game with virtually no rules is going to get someone killed or arrested, police warned.
A trending TikTok game with virtually no rules is going to get someone killed or arrested, police warned.
TikTok: What to know about the app's possible ban in the U.S.
A bill that could ultimately force TikTok out of the U.S. has been signed into law by the President. Here's what to know about TikTok, as well as concerns that surround the social media platform.
A bill that could ultimately force TikTok out of the U.S. has been signed into law by the President. Here's what to know about TikTok, as well as concerns that surround the social media platform.
India banned TikTok; here's how it went
India, the world's most populous country, banned TikTok nearly four years ago. Here’s what happened and how that ban compares to the U.S. legislation.
India, the world's most populous country, banned TikTok nearly four years ago. Here’s what happened and how that ban compares to the U.S. legislation.
Mom accidentally invites all 487 contacts to daughter's 1st birthday party
A mom planning a first birthday party for her daughter accidentally invited all 487 contacts ever saved onto her phone -- including "Jess Hit Her Car In Parking Lot" and "Derek Eye Roll."
A mom planning a first birthday party for her daughter accidentally invited all 487 contacts ever saved onto her phone -- including "Jess Hit Her Car In Parking Lot" and "Derek Eye Roll."
Possible TikTok ban in the US: House vote explained
The House voted in a rare Saturday session on a bill that takes a step towards the possible banning of TikTok in the United States. Here’s what happened and what comes next.
The House voted in a rare Saturday session on a bill that takes a step towards the possible banning of TikTok in the United States. Here’s what happened and what comes next.
‘Oatzempic’ diet: What to know about the TikTok trend using oats
The beverage, dubbed 'Oatzempic' on TikTok, is being praised as the latest weight loss hack by some social media users.
The beverage, dubbed 'Oatzempic' on TikTok, is being praised as the latest weight loss hack by some social media users.
TikTok planning Instagram rival – Here’s what to know
A notification was sent to some TikTok users saying that it was launching “TikTok Notes" – new app for photo posts.
A notification was sent to some TikTok users saying that it was launching “TikTok Notes" – new app for photo posts.
Mike Pence concerned TikTok bill may get lost in 'fog of presidential politics,’ pushes Senate vote
The former vice president’s organization is leading an effort to push the TikTok bill ban through Congress and to President Joe Biden’s desk to get signed.
The former vice president’s organization is leading an effort to push the TikTok bill ban through Congress and to President Joe Biden’s desk to get signed.
Some states are seeking to restrict TikTok. That doesn't mean their governors aren't using it
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is a prolific poster, but legislation seeking to ban the app from state networks and devices could reach his desk soon. Researchers say using social media to connect with constituents has a long history.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is a prolific poster, but legislation seeking to ban the app from state networks and devices could reach his desk soon. Researchers say using social media to connect with constituents has a long history.
'Quit-Tok' goes viral among younger workers as job experts caution against public pronouncements
One young worker regrets shaming former employer on TikTok — 'the next day I felt like it was stupid.'
One young worker regrets shaming former employer on TikTok — 'the next day I felt like it was stupid.'