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Grand jury indicts 18 in alleged Arizona fake elector scheme to re-elect Trump: A grand jury has indicted 18 people on charges that they took part in an Arizona ...

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UK businesses to suffer if TikTok banned in the US: UK businesses using TikTok say they could see a significant drop in sales if the app is banned in the US.

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Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale

President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.

This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.

TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.

This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.

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War in Ukraine: US to send new aid right away, Biden says: The president says weapons and equipment will be sent to Kyiv "in the next few hours" ...

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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.

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Two horses which bolted through central London in a 'serious condition'

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Quick Glance: Uncontrolled Horses Cause Chaos in London

Five military horses, including one covered in blood, escaped in London, injuring several people before being recaptured.

During an exercise in central London, the horses spooked, causing injuries to soldiers and civilians.

The horses weaved a destructive path through the city, colliding with vehicles and causing panic among bystanders.

Multiple individuals were injured and taken to the hospital as police and fire crews worked to contain the situation.

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Freezing nights forecast for parts of UK, with snow possible in some areas: Temperatures could hit -3C in northern England and Scotland, but Met Office says ...

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