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These countries have already banned TikTok: TikTok is already banned in a handful of countries and from government-issued devices in a number of others ...

Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim

ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.

Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.

ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.

As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.

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One of Australia's largest providers of independent accommodation for seniors, Eureka Group, has recently raised the rent by $50 for some residents ... Show more

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Japanese yen retreats after sudden surge: The Japanese yen slid on Friday, having briefly jumped against the dollar and other currencies ...

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This is the world’s 3rd-largest floating #solar plant - and it could grow 5 times bigger. Read more about the Forum’s work to advance clean energy investment ... Show more

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Federal government commits $160 million for creation of national firearms register

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon takes a leaf from Yellowstone in dealing to under-performing ministers - Claire Trevett

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ANALYSIS: An industry that was once part of the Australian dream is now on its knees. Full story: Grim ad shows Australian cafe habit is dying | news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site

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Tepid economic data weighs on equities; yen sinks to fresh lows: Stocks snapped a three-day winning streak on Thursday as disappointing forecasts from Facebook ...

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#OPINION New Zealand has become an obstruction economy. The coalition Government’s mission is to change that, by cutting through the red and green tape holding ... Show more

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PM Lee to meet Indonesia President Jokowi in Bogor for leaders’ retreat on Apr 29

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UK under pressure to restore Unrwa funding following Colonna report: The British government is coming under increased pressure to restore future funding to the ...

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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims

An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.

The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.

The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.

Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.

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All power to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s elbow - Matthew Hooton: OPINION Christopher Luxon ’s brutal despatch of Broadcasting Minister Melissa Lee and ...

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Sydney bishop stabbed during service backs X’s legal case to share video of attack

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Exotic spiders flourishing in Britain as new jumping species found in Cornwall: Global warming and international trade offering increasingly hospitable ...

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Woolworths fined $1.2 million for underpaying Victorian workers' long service leave

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This X-rated man-child is so powerful, he got our politicians to agree on something

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Christopher Luxon blasts Debbie Ngarewa-Packer’s claim of misogynistic demotions: Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer has called Christopher Luxon’s ...

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Yen falls further as Bank of Japan keeps ultra-low rates: Japan is concerned about negative effects of the weak yen, finance minister Shunichi Suzuki said on ...

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Elon Musk defies takedown order from federal court: The billionaire's social media platform X insists no government has the right to impose a global ban on ...

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Social media companies can’t be immune from the need for a social licence: The fight between Elon Musk and the government is in court, but in the court of public ...

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The Week in Politics: Days of drama and demotions: Analysis - Two ministers were stripped of portfolios in a warning to Cabinet, drama broke out at the Waitangi ...

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A previously unpublished report by the US Peace Corps found enthusiastic support for its return to the Solomon Islands ‘We need you’: Solomon Islands’ support for US agency’s return revealed | Business and Economy | Al Jazeera

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Donald Trump meets with construction workers who erupted into chants of 'USA!' before 'hush money' trial

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Indonesia raises interest rates to support sliding rupiah: Currency has lost nearly 5% of its value against dollar this year amid expected delays to US rate cuts

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Yen hits fresh 34-year lows against dollar ahead of BOJ meeting: The yen hit fresh 34-year low versus the dollar and a 16-year low against the euro on Thursday ...

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Australian police charge five teenagers in Sydney cleric's stabbing: Australian police said on Thursday they charged five teenagers with terrorism-related ...

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Hot: The Bloomberg Close, Asia Edition: Good afternoon. Here’s what you need to know to end your day.

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Elon Musk vows to fight Australian injunction to hide church attack videos on X: Billionaire accuses Canberra of censorship over calls to remove footage of ...

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Australian PM calls Elon Musk an 'arrogant billionaire' in row over attack footage

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Prabowo vows to fight for all Indonesians, calls for unity among political elites

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🧑‍⚖️ #ElonMusk lashed out at Australia's PM on Tuesday after a court ordered his social media company X take down footage of an alleged terrorist attack in Sydney ... Show more

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Aces in their places: Luxon plays coy over ministers' competence: Analysis - The PM framing the demotion of two ministers as the portfolios getting "too complex" ...

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Musk targets Australian senator and gun laws in deepening dispute over violent video

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West is best? How we stack up against Australia: Running a quick stock take on the NZ and Aussie economies, Australia comes out on top.

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Christopher Luxon’s show of strength is perfect for our angry era - Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup

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New Zealand's Central Bank disagrees with watchdog over capital settings: New Zealand's central bank said on Tuesday it does not agree with the assessment of the ...

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All men challenged over simple question: It’s the topic most men have “never” discussed with their mates – and one that, in the past fortnight ...

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Asian shares jump on tech boost; fragile yen on intervention watch: Asian stocks rose sharply on Wednesday led by tech stocks as investors' focus shifts to ...

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Quick Glance: Overview: Tesla Stocks Plummet, Europe Business Surpasses Expectations

World markets have brightened slightly this week, but Tesla is facing a critical earnings test, while Europe's business pulse has surprisingly been lively this month.

Following the worst week on Wall Street since 2022, relief from easing Middle East tensions helped stabilize the situation on Monday. The chip giant Nvidia made a modest recovery from losses as Big Tech megacaps gear up for quarterly earnings releases.

As the first of the 'Magnificent 7' Vanguard stocks, electric vehicle giant Tesla will report on Tuesday, having plummeted by a substantial 43% year-to-date and nearly 60% over the past two years amidst fierce price competition, declining EV demand, and governance/product concerns.

While Big Tech jitters define this month's market fluctuations, investors will closely watch the upcoming results for a clearer perspective.

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Australia has a new astronaut. But what would it take to get her to space?: Katherine Bennell-Pegg, who has graduated from the European Space Agency ...

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Christopher Luxon announces National Cabinet reshuffle.#FOCUSLIVE

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Dollar suffers PMI hangover, Aussie jumps on inflation surprise: The dollar nursed its wounds on Wednesday following big tumbles against the euro and sterling ...

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Big victim or big mouth? Time for Australia to put Elon Musk in his place: At its heart, this case is about Australian sovereignty over a company that has a deep ...

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Woodside investors vote down climate plan, rebuking Australia's top gas producer: Shareholders rejected Woodside Energy's climate plan on Wednesday ...

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Musk decries Australian court 'censorship' of X terror posts: Elon Musk lashed out at Australia's prime minister on Tuesday after a court ordered his social ...

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Quick Glance: Musk criticizes Australian court 'censorship' of terror posts

Elon Musk lashed out at Australia's prime minister after a court ordered his social media company X to take down footage of an alleged terrorist attack in Sydney.

X was directed to temporarily hide posts showing video of the incident where a teenager was charged with terrorism for knifing an Assyrian priest and others.

Musk questioned whether the Prime Minister should have jurisdiction over the entire internet and emphasized the importance of free speech.

The incident sets up a new conflict between major internet platforms and countries and nonprofits seeking more oversight of the content hosted on them.

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Markets at a tipping point as outlook darkens: Business and investing: Half a year of stock market gains seem to be over as uncertainty starts to grow

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The finance guru doesn't think cash will disappear, but it's going to cost you. Full story: Barefoot Investor Scott Pape reveals cash ‘surcharge’ prediction | news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site

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Indonesia court rejects election disputes, upholding president-elect Prabowo's win

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Bank Indonesia's first rate cut pushed to Q3, smaller cuts this year as rupiah falls: Reuters poll

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European Space Agency adds 5 new astronauts in only fourth class since 1978. Over 20,000 applied

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Australia’s prime minister calls Elon Musk an ‘arrogant billionaire’: Australia’s Anthony Albanese lashed out at the Tesla chief in a dispute about whether ...

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Luxon couldn’t point to any evidence that Three Strikes 2.0 will reduce crime. There’s a reason. There is none. #HeraldPremium

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Musk decision to leave knife attack video on X prompts police terror warning, says Australian senator - News | Khaleej Times

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‘Most confusing’: Price tag you need to check: Australia’s major supermarkets have been accused of potentially misleading consumers with promotional deals that ...

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Kokoda Track in 'worst condition' in more than 30 years amid falling tourist numbers

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Elon Musk Clashes With Australian Court Over Violent Videos on X: Mr. Musk’s defiance over removing content is testing the boundaries of international legal ...

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‘Infiltrators’: Modi accused of anti-Muslim hate speech amid India election: The Indian PM turned to old anti-Muslim tropes in an election rally ...

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Musk's X to appeal against Australia's order on church stabbing videos, PM says 'arrogant billionaire'

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Australia News Today: Global Economy Warning, Inflation Data in Focus: Good morning and welcome back, it’s Ainsley here with all the news you need to start the ...

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Bloodied but unbowed. Jamaica’s first woman Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Paula Llewellyn walked away from the job Sunday ... Show more

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Elon Musk accuses Australia of censorship over Sydney church stabbing video: Tech billionaire Elon Musk has accused Australia of censorship after an Australian ...

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee have unveiled a revised Three Strikes law, which was abolished under the Labour ... Show more

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Australia pays controversial Chinese company millions for Nauru’s new port: Despite a patchy track record, including allegations of bribery, the Beijing-backed ...

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Christopher Luxon makes a justice Announcement with Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee.#FOCUSLIVE

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AI Holds the Key to Resilient Cities | by Justina Nixon-Saintil - Project Syndicate

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Firm dollar turns up heat on yen, heightening intervention talk: A firm dollar had the yen locked near a fresh 34-year low on Tuesday, keeping investors on ...

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Daryl Vaz mourning loss of mother; transport group sends condolences: Transport Minister Daryl Vaz is mourning the passing of his mother. Sonia Vaz died on ...

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Elon Musk's X threatens legal fight with Australian government over take-down notice

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'Social media companies need to do the right thing'

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Melbourne Cup-winning trainer Darren Weir has been cleared of three charges of trying to corrupt a race. The Victoria Racing Tribunal dismissed three charges ... Show more

Horse racing news 2024, Victoria trainer Darren Weir cleared in corruption case, using jiggers

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Elon Musk lashes out against Australian court demand to remove stabbing video on X

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Great technical execution, great performances all around, visual presentation spot on and glitch free, and a gigantic stage that rivals any major music event ... Show more

High praises at Fun in the Son - Jamaica Observer

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Australian PM Anthony Albanese has criticised X for its 'extraordinary' decision to challenge a takedown order for footage of a stabbing during a livestreamed ... Show more

Australia’s PM criticises Musk’s X over stabbing footage | Social Media | Al Jazeera

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The federal budget is almost upon us. This is what you can expect from it: The federal budget is just three weeks away. This is how you can expect it to help ...

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USC scraps outside speakers at commencement after canceling Muslim student's speech

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Top 10 U.S. cities for eco-conscious living—they're almost all on the West Coast: Of the top 10 greenest cities in America, eight are on the West Coast.

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