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December 14, 2024 at 1:08 AM

TikTok denied emergency request to stop ban from taking effect

A federal appeals panel Friday rejected TikTok's request that the court pause its ruling and the Jan 19th deadline for a sale.
December 14, 2024 at 1:08 AM
The TikTok logo is displayed on a phone screen, Nov. 30, 2024.
December 11, 2024 at 1:10 PM

TikTok files challenge against Canadian govt order to dissolve its business

TikTok has challenged a Canadian government order to shut down the Chinese video-sharing app’s business operations in the country that was imposed over national security concerns
December 11, 2024 at 1:10 PM
A TikTok sign is displayed on top of their building in Culver City, Calif., on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel)
December 10, 2024 at 6:31 PM

Supreme Court hears oil railway case while TikTok files emergency motion

ABC News’ Devin Dwyer discusses the latest legal news out of the high court.
December 10, 2024 at 6:31 PM
VIDEO: Supreme Court hears oil railway case while TikTok files emergency motion
December 10, 2024 at 3:49 PM

TikTok appeals to Supreme Court

The app is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to stop the ban taking effect next month.
December 10, 2024 at 3:49 PM
VIDEO: TikTok appeals to Supreme Court
December 9, 2024 at 6:52 PM

TikTok files emergency motion to stop ban from taking effect

The ban is set to go into effect next month unless TikTok finds a new owner.
December 9, 2024 at 6:52 PM
December 8, 2024 at 1:51 AM

Federal court upholds ban that could ban TikTok in early 2025

With the federal court’s ruling to require the sale or ban of TikTok in the U.S., Sirus XM radio host and ABC News contributor Mike Muse discusses how the decision could impact millions.
December 8, 2024 at 1:51 AM
Federal court upholds ban that could ban TikTok in early 2025
December 7, 2024 at 8:16 PM

Court upholds US ban on TikTok

The popular app could be banned in the U.S. next month unless it finds a buyer.
December 7, 2024 at 8:16 PM
VIDEO: Court upholds US ban on TikTok
December 6, 2024 at 9:50 PM

TikTok loses challenge against law requiring sale or ban

A federal appeals court has rejected TikTok's bid to overturn a law banning the platform unless the company finds a new owner.
December 6, 2024 at 9:50 PM
VIDEO: TikTok loses challenge against law requiring sale or ban
December 6, 2024 at 7:59 PM

Appeals court upholds nationwide TikTok ban set for January

A federal appeals court denied TikTok's bid to overturn the law.
December 6, 2024 at 7:59 PM
A TikTok logo is displayed on a smartphone in this illustration taken Jan. 6, 2020.
December 4, 2024 at 7:32 PM

Sabrina Carpenter named top US artist on TikTok in 2024

TikTok revealed its top 10 U.S. artists on the platform in 2024, including Carpenter, Ice Spice, Billie Eillish and NLE Choppa.
December 4, 2024 at 7:32 PM
VIDEO: Sabrina Carpenter named top US artist on TikTok in 2024
December 3, 2024 at 7:56 PM

84-year-old reads poetry to TikTok followers to change lives

Christopher Burn wrote his first poem in rehab and now reads poetry online.
December 3, 2024 at 7:56 PM
Christopher Burn wrote his first poem in rehab and now reads poetry online.
November 29, 2024 at 4:21 PM

Australia bans social media for kids under the age of 16

TikTok, Facebook and other platforms have a year to impose the age limit ban or could be liable for fines up to $33 million dollars for failing to keep kids under the age of 16 from having accounts.
November 29, 2024 at 4:21 PM
VIDEO: Australia bans social media for kids under the age of 16
November 20, 2024 at 5:29 PM

Questions loom about TikTok as Trump's cabinet comes into shape

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, some of his cabinet appointees appear to be split on the question of what he should do about TikTok in the U.S.
November 20, 2024 at 5:29 PM
1 month ago

Will Trump push to reverse TikTok ban?

A law banning the social media platform in the U.S. is set to take effect on Jan. 19, 2025, just one day before President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in.
1 month ago
A law banning the social media platform in the U.S. is set to take effect on Jan. 19, 2025, just one day before President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in.
1 month ago

Trump may try to reverse TikTok ban. Here's how he could.

The ban is set to go into effect on Jan. 19, a day before Trump's inauguration.
1 month ago
Participants hold up signs in support of TikTok at a news conference outside the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., March 12, 2024.
1 month ago

TikToker announces her own death in final video after battling cancer

Bradford was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in her jaw muscle in 2021.
1 month ago
Bella Bradford shared a moving message and thanked her fans in her final video before her death.
2 months ago

California to require parents to save earnings for child influencers

California joins Illinois in requiring compensation for kids on social media.
2 months ago
The state capitol building in Sacramento, Calif.
2 months ago

13 TikTok-approved Halloween makeup ideas to try this season

Get into the Halloween spirit with these spooktacular makeup ideas straight from TikTok.
2 months ago
Makeup artist Ciara McKeown uses the power of makeup and skill to transform into Winifred from the iconic Disney classic film "Hocus Pocus."
2 months ago

Sandwich-making tips from TikTok’s ‘sandwich king’

Owen Han, author of “Stacked: The Art of the Perfect Sandwich,” shares his top tips live on “GMA.”
2 months ago
VIDEO: Sandwich-making tips from TikTok’s ‘sandwich king’
2 months ago

TikTok hit with lawsuits in 14 states

The states accused the company of intentionally creating an addictive app that's dangerous to children's mental health. TikTok claims its app is safe for young people.
2 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok hit with lawsuits in 14 states
2 months ago

Israel strikes Lebanon, states sue TikTok and Mega Millions markup

The IDF sends troops into Lebanon, 14 states sue TikTok over children's mental health and Mega Million announces a price increase for tickets next year. Our panel weighs in on today's top headlines.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Israel strikes Lebanon, states sue TikTok and Mega Millions markup
2 months ago

More than a dozen states sue TikTok

The District of Columbia and multiple states have filed lawsuits against TikTok, alleging the app is harming youth mental health by designing its platform to be addictive to kids.
2 months ago
VIDEO: More than a dozen states sue TikTok
2 months ago

Teens discuss how social media reshapes childhood in FX docuseries

"Social Studies" examines the harsh realities of growing up online.
2 months ago
Subject Keshawn Domingo, left, was one of several teens who let their phones be screen recorded for FX's "Social Studies"
2 months ago

TikTok star Reesa Teesa talks new show

The viral TikTok star, who talked about marrying then divorcing a man she said turned out to be a pathological liar, chats about the next chapter of her life.
2 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok star Reesa Teesa talks new show
2 months ago

TikTok and WHO team up to raise awareness about medical trends

The social media platform and World Health Organization are joining forces to raise awareness and increase access to trustworthy medical information.
2 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok and WHO team up to raise awareness about medical trends
3 months ago

TikTok dad shares parenting stories to over 1 million followers

Dave Ogleton is one of a growing number of "dad-fluencers" taking over social media.
3 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok dad shares parenting stories to over 1 million followers
3 months ago

Yearlong collaboration between WHO and TikTok

The World Health Organization is teaming up with digital communication platforms, like TikTok, to promote health literacy globally. Dr. Darien Sutton explains.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Yearlong collaboration between WHO and TikTok
3 months ago

TikToker describes how people treated her differently after she lost 250 pounds

Samantha Milton said she even noticed her kids were treated differently when she was in a bigger body.
3 months ago
VIDEO: TikToker describes how people treated her differently after she lost 250 pounds
3 months ago

TikTok faces crucial court hearing Monday that could decide fate in US

Lawyers for the Chinese-owned social media giant are scheduled to argue in court on Monday, claiming the law that could ban the app is unconstitutional.
3 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok faces crucial court hearing Monday that could decide fate in US
3 months ago

TikTok star Chloe Bean talks alopecia journey

Ipsy Award winner and Baldie Bean founder Chloe Bean talks about her alopecia journey and TikTok success in honor of Alopecia Awareness Month.
3 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok star Chloe Bean talks alopecia journey
3 months ago

‘Demure’ diva Jools Lebron talks rise to TikTok fame

TikTok creator and beauty influencer Jools Lebron chats about her “very demure, very mindful” viral phrase.
3 months ago
VIDEO: ‘Demure’ diva Jools Lebron talks rise to TikTok fame
3 months ago

A look at TikTok's family safety plan

"GMA" shares an exclusive look at TikTok’s new plan to empower families to have conversations about online safety and well-being.
3 months ago
VIDEO: A look at TikTok's family safety plan
3 months ago

How teachers are using TikTok to get new ideas and inspire other teachers

ABC News’ Will Ganss takes a look at the teachers of TikTok who are inspiring students and each other by sharing advice and lessons from the classroom.
3 months ago
VIDEO: How teachers are using TikTok to get new ideas and inspire other teachers
3 months ago

Lawmakers cite study alleging Chinese government uses TikTok to influence US users

Congressman Josh Gottheimer, a co-author of the TikTok bill, says a new study supports concerns that China is using algorithmic manipulation to influence users' beliefs and behaviors.
3 months ago
VIDEO:  Lawmakers cite study alleging Chinese government uses TikTok to influence US users
4 months ago

Jools Lebron makes 'very demure' late night appearance

TikTok star Jools Lebron made a stylish TV debut on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"
4 months ago
Jools Lebron appears on "Jimmy Kimmel Live."
4 months ago

The 'demure' trend and it’s influence on social media

ABC News contributor Mike Muse talks about TikTok’s newest "demure" trend and social media’s influence.
4 months ago
VIDEO: The 'demure' trend and it’s influence on social media
4 months ago

Videos from animal chiropractor blow up on TikTok

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Dr. Joren Whitley, a chiropractor for both men and animals, about finding social media fame and sharing his passion for animal care – from snakes to kangaroos.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Videos from animal chiropractor blow up on TikTok
4 months ago

TikTalk: Moth mom @talalovesyouart shares her beautiful collection of insects

ABC News' Phil Lipof speaks with TikTok sensation Tala Alleyene about amassing over 2 million followers who get to watch her as she raises a variety of moths and butterflies.
4 months ago
VIDEO: TikTalk: Moth mom @talalovesyouart shares her beautiful collection of insects
4 months ago

DOJ suing TikTok

The Department of Justice is taking aim at TikTok over how it allegedly handles private information provided by minors.
4 months ago
VIDEO: DOJ suing TikTok
4 months ago

DOJ sues TikTok, parent company over allegations of child privacy violations

The Department of Justice claims the company unlawfully collected the data of millions of children under the age of 13 and allowed them to create accounts without their parent's permission.
4 months ago
VIDEO: DOJ sues TikTok, parent company over allegations of child privacy violations
4 months ago

DOJ suing TikTok over alleged 'widespread' child privacy violations

The Justice Department accused TikTok and its parent company of unlawfully collecting and retaining data from children in violation of U.S. privacy laws.
4 months ago
The TikTok logo is displayed on the smartphone screen, on July 10, 2024.
4 months ago

Social media star Drew Afualo talks new book

Host of two hit podcasts, Drew Afualo shares her journey from TikTok star to author of new her memoir "LOUD," which serves as a manual to get the life you deserve.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Social media star Drew Afualo talks new book
5 months ago

TikTok tracks how users engage with political issues: DOJ

The Department of Justice says in a new court filing that TikTok collects data on how American users view topics like religion, abortion and gun control.
5 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok tracks how users engage with political issues: DOJ
5 months ago

Department of Justice accuses TikTok of being a national security threat

The Department of Justice accused the popular social media platform TikTok of being a national security threat in new court filings. ABC News' Perry Russom reports.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Department of Justice accuses TikTok of being a national security threat
5 months ago

Country music sensation Austin Williams talks TikTok ride to success

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with viral content creator Austin Williams about being inspired by his Southern roots and the deep love for music that changed his life.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Country music sensation Austin Williams talks TikTok ride to success
5 months ago

Husband speaks out after late wife's goodbye video goes viral

Derek Rodenhausen, the husband of the late author Sarah Mandel, opens up about his wife's final TikTok video.
5 months ago
Sarah Mandel had one final video shared to her TikTok account following her death on June 1. The nearly two-minutelong video has since gone viral.
6 months ago

Racial equality groups join fight against potential TikTok ban

Senior Advisor for the Muslim Public Affairs Council Faiyaz Hussain describes how the ban on the platform would strip away an essential tool minority groups use for advocacy.
6 months ago
VIDEO: Racial equality groups join fight against potential TikTok ban
6 months ago

Racial justice, civil rights groups join to fight potential TikTok ban

Supporters of the lawsuit argue the legislation threatens the First Amendment rights of 170 million U.S. users and would effectively ban the app.
6 months ago
In this photo illustration, the TikTok app is displayed on an iPhone screen on April 24, 2024 in Miami.
6 months ago

Why is the US government trying to ban TikTok? 

Is it rational for the U.S. government to force the sale of TikTok from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, over national security concerns?
6 months ago
Is it rational for the U.S. government to force the sale of TikTok from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, over national security concerns?
6 months ago

TikTalk: Comedian and farmer Matt Mathews says making people laugh is 'rewarding'

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with content creator and comedian Matt Mathews about going viral after posting about life on a farm.
6 months ago
VIDEO: TikTalk: Comedian and farmer Matt Mathews says making people laugh is 'rewarding'