Most of Missouri’s national lawmakers supporting TikTok crackdown:

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Chinese owner denies it’s willing to sell TikTok as US ban looms: TikTok’s Chinese parent company ByteDance said Thursday that it has no plans to sell the social ...

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Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say

ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.

TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.

ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.

After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.

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Biden says he’ll sign foreign aid bill Wednesday after Senate passage: President Biden praised the Senate after the chamber passed a $95 billion emergency ...

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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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Billie Eilish, Dave Mathews, Lorde Among 250 Artists Addressing Ticket System Reform

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Congress approves bill banning TikTok unless Chinese owner ByteDance sells platform

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Senate passes bill forcing TikTok's parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature

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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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Centene donates Ferguson building to Urban League, the nonprofit's largest donation

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Senate poised to pass bill that could ban TikTok : The Senate is poised to pass a bill as part of a broader foreign aid package that could lead to a ban on the ...

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Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil

The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.

In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'

San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.

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Tennessee lawmakers pass bill allowing teachers to carry guns in schools: Tennessee lawmakers on Tuesday passed a bill that would allow the state's teachers to ...

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These cities have the dirtiest air, new report finds: It’s not as simple as looking up in the sky and seeing “clean air,” so how can you really know?

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Quick Glance: 130 million Americans face unhealthy air quality challenges

Wildfire smoke from Canada caused dangerously unhealthy air quality in the U.S. in 2023.

Over one-third of Americans, about 130 million people, breathe in unhealthy air annually.

Air quality has improved in the East but worsened in the Western U.S., highlighting disparities.

Unequal air quality exposure, challenges, and progress in air cleaning efforts are discussed.

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Missouri passes bill to block funding for Planned Parenthood. It heads to governor’s desk

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UAW moving quickly after VW organizing win, union president says: United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain is moving quickly in the union's sweeping ...

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Americans largely split on support for Ukraine aid as Congress passes deal: Survey

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Rwanda bill latest: Sunak says first Rwanda asylum flights will take off in '10-12 weeks' - BBC News

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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda

The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.

Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.

The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.

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Bill that could lead to prosecution of librarians advances in Alabama House: Lawmakers in Alabama passed legislation that could lead to the prosecution of ...

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Abortion ban: Arizona lower house in favor of repeal: The House of Representatives of the US state of Arizona has voted in favor of repealing an almost complete ...

Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights

The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.

The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.

The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.

The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.

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Georgia foreign agents bill draws protesters onto the streets: Thousands of Georgians have been protesting against a new bill that they claim will crush dissent.

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The Gateway Pundit says 'attacks coming from all sides' led to bankruptcy: The Gateway Pundit, a right-wing St. Louis website, filed for bankruptcy protection ...

Quick Glance: Gateway Pundit Files Bankruptcy Amid Election Fraud Defamation

The Gateway Pundit, known for spreading falsehoods and conspiracy theories, has filed for bankruptcy and is facing multiple defamation lawsuits.

The owners, Jim and Joe Hoft, are dealing with lawsuits from Georgia election workers and a former Dominion Voting Systems official.

Jim Hoft stated that the bankruptcy is to consolidate lawsuits, although Chapter 11 bankruptcies are primarily meant to assist small businesses in restructuring.

Despite delays, legal proceedings have significant impacts on sites like Infowars and The Gateway Pundit, as juries do not tolerate powerful individuals spreading lies and disrupting lives.

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Editorial: Missourians have one week left to help get abortion rights on the ballot

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Missouri House approves resolution that would make constitution harder to amend: The measure now moves to the Senate for further debate.

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At least 5 people have died while crossing English Channel, hours after UK approved deportation bill

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Tennessee lawmakers pass bill allowing teachers to carry guns in schools: Tennessee lawmakers on Tuesday passed a bill that would allow the state's teachers to ...

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Biden signs aid package with $17B for Israel, $1B extra humanitarian aid for Gazans

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Gov. Gavin Newsom introduces bill to allow Arizona doctors to perform abortions in California

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Missouri House passes limits on direct democracy with ‘ballot candy’ to entice voters

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House Approves $95B in Foreign Military Funding, Incl. Another $26B for Israel: On Capitol Hill, the House has approved a $95 billion foreign aid package for ...

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Biden scores major union backing as its leaders attack Trump: Joe Biden will land a major union endorsement Wednesday from North America’s Building Trades Unions ...

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Quick Glance: Biden Secures Key Union Support

Joe Biden will receive a major union endorsement from North America’s Building Trades Unions on Wednesday, with leaders crediting his infrastructure bill for the support.

The Teamsters union, sought after by both Biden and Donald Trump, abstained from the vote but will endorse after their own convention.

The union's backing for Biden is more enthusiastic than in 2020 and is intended to be a strong rebuke of Trump.

The union praises Biden's efforts for workers, highlighting the created jobs, worker protections, and apprenticeship programs written into law.

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US Senate passes Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan bill; Biden to sign on Wednesday: US president says new weapons shipment could be on its way to Ukraine as soon as this ...

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What happens now that Biden has signed the TikTok bill: The new law potentially sets up a protracted legal fight over the fate of the popular social media app.

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4-year-old accidentally shoots self while sitting in bed next to mom, Missouri cops say

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What the US Congress passed to aid Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan: The U.S. Senate on Tuesday passed aid for Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific ...

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Zelenskyy says US aid package must reach frontline as soon as possible: The long-awaited €89 billion aid bill was approved by the House, and will go through the ...

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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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Quinton Lucas is right: Migrants already legal to work might as well lift KC’s economy | Opinion

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Reuters World News: Trump's foreign courters, and other top stories: The US Senate approves a bill to ban TikTok unless it’s sold by its Chinese owner ByteDance.

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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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Ministers spoil for a public scrap over Rwanda bill: The government heads for a showdown with peers over its law to send asylum seekers to Africa.

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Missouri among states challenging federal rules entitling workers to time off for abortions

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Russia's Foreign Ministry threatens US with downgrade of diplomatic relations if US seizes Russian assets

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Your $1 bill could be worth up to $150,000. Here's how to check : Some $1 bills may be worth up to $150,000 to currency collectors. Here's how to spot one.

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Rwanda bill passage draws election dividing line: Ministers believe the novel deportation scheme is worth a try, but Labour plans to get rid of it.

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‘Lviv Is Ukraine’: Warsaw Assures It Has No Territorial Claims to Ukraine: Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski flatly contradicted Kremlin propaganda by ...

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A ban on noncompetes and expansion of overtime: What new US rules mean for KC workers

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Royals, Chiefs: Here’s how to get the whole Kansas City region on board for stadiums | Opinion

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Arizona lawmakers expected to push repeal of Civil War-era abortion law through state House

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Swansea: Family left restaurant without paying £329 bill: The owners of Bella Ciao said they ordered T-bone steaks and double pudding portions.

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Why Mayor Quinton Lucas says Kansas City doesn’t need a sanctuary city resolution

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Trump’s Immunity Lawyer Has a Long History of Fighting Abortion Access: Trump’s lawyer spent his time fighting Planned Parenthood, before he argued the president ...

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'Dine-and-dash' family rack up £329 bill of steaks, desserts and bottles of pop: Bella Ciao Italian restaurant in Port Talbot, Wales, said the diners ordered ...

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Eir to double some customers’ billing fees this week: Eir is doubling the cost to pay using a paper bill, paying by phone or by credit card without direct debit ...

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Tennessee Parents Question Whether Arming Teachers Is the Answer: Supporters of new legislation to allow some teachers to carry firearms say it will make the ...

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Editorial: Missouri’s Freedom Caucus means freedom from rational governance: Editorial: In the Freedom Caucus’ upside-down world, functional government is always ...

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Holleman: Sam Alton’s own invoices refute claim of moonlighting ‘less than 3’ hours a week

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Expanded so-called 'Don't Say Gay' education restrictions advance in Alabama : The bill aims to restrict discussions of gender identity or sexual orientation.

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🔴 Live: US Senate approves bill that includes $26 billion for Israel and Gaza: The US Senate has passed a bill that includes $26 billion in wartime aid to Israel ...

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'I can’t say it without tears': Ukraine's new mobilisation law gives little relief to soldiers' loved ones

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Martin Lewis eviscerates Rishi Sunak in brutal HIGNFY takedown: The MoneySavingExpert Martin Lewis turns his attention to asylum seekers as he brutally cuts down ...

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Missouri lawmakers approve bill to lay waste to controversial KC landfill proposal

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Missouri House speaker sidesteps questions about ethics probe, won’t address ongoing dispute

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