Tag: banned
Social Media
TikTok Prepares for U.S. Ban On January 19 After Losing Appeal
TikTok is preparing for a ban in the United States on January 19, 2025 after losing its last appeal. Millions of Americans -- mostly teenagers and young adults...
Celebrity
18 Black-Owned Companies Cut Ties with Sean Combs
According to Rolling Stone, a total of 18 Black-owned brands confirmed to Rolling Stone that they have severed ties with Combs's online marketplace.
WNBA
Sports reporter who made creepy remark to Caitlin Clark is suspended
The incident happened at Clark's introductory new conference as a Fever player in April. The WNBA's No. 1 overall draft pick was introduced to the media
Business
TikTok CEO responds to ban: ‘We’re not going anywhere’
In a video posted on TikTok on Wednesday, Chew assured TikTok users that ByteDance, the app's Beijing-based parent company, will not sell the app.
Politics
Senate Votes to Ban TikTok, Congress Sends Bill to Biden
The U.S. Senate is also expected to ban TikTok in next week's vote. President Biden has said he will sign the bill into law if it comes across his desk.
Sports
NBA star banned for life for gambling on games
The NBA banned Jontay Porter for life after he bet on games, which violated league policy. He allegedly faked illnesses to influence his wagers