TikTok's US arm sold to American investors in landmark deal
ByteDance agrees to sell TikTok's US business, ending years of political uncertainty. The deal, set for 22 January 2026, transfers control to a US-led consortium. Read the full details.
ByteDance agrees to sell TikTok's US business, ending years of political uncertainty. The deal, set for 22 January 2026, transfers control to a US-led consortium. Read the full details.
TikTok has finalised a deal to sell its US operations to American investors Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, averting a ban. The agreement, delayed for years, sees ByteDance retain a minority stake.
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is set to be renamed the Trump-Kennedy Center after a board appointed by the former president backed the move. Democrats and the Kennedy family have called it a 'disgrace'.
Historic England rejects listing for Bridge Park Centre, a site pivotal to London's Black history, allowing a major redevelopment with 1,000 homes and a new leisure centre to proceed.
Residents of Saline Township, Michigan, are battling a massive data centre backed by tech tycoons, fearing soaring bills, pollution, and the destruction of their rural community. A classic David vs Goliath story unfolds.
US tech stocks led a market sell-off after Oracle lost backing for a $10bn data centre, fuelling investor anxiety over massive AI infrastructure debt. Discover the full impact.
Ever woken up confused in your own bed? Sleep inertia, stress, and poor sleep can cause brief disorientation. Experts explain when it's harmless and when to seek help.
Lewisham Council announces revised bin collection dates for Christmas and New Year 2025. Find out how your household waste schedule is affected and how to recycle your Christmas tree.
Westminster City Council confirms hackers likely copied sensitive resident data in a November cyber attack. The council is investigating the breach's full impact. Find out which services are affected and how to get help.
A groundbreaking exhibition in Montreal shatters myths of drab communist-era design, revealing thrilling cave factories and a fierce debate over national style. Discover the untold story.
New Jersey Democratic Representative LaMonica McIver faces federal charges after a visit to an ICE facility where Newark's mayor was arrested. She calls it political retribution.
Hackers accessed viewing habits and search history of Pornhub Premium users. The breach, linked to ShinyHunters, involves data from before 2021. Read the full details.
The dismissal of Dr Mary Bassett from Harvard's FXB Centre highlights the selective application of human rights principles, particularly regarding Palestine. Discover the implications for global health and academic freedom.
Explore how photographer Edward Weston's shift from pictorialism to modernism in the 1920s turned peppers, nudes and toilets into iconic art. See 'Becoming Modern' in Paris until 25 Jan.
The MIT community mourns the shocking shooting death of plasma science director Nuno Loureiro, 47. Police are investigating with no suspect or motive yet released. Read the full story.
Water levels across the Great Lakes are falling, just as energy-hungry mega-scale data centres move into the region. Communities in Ohio and Michigan are fighting back against the threat to their water supply. Read the full investigation.
Citi partners with London Stock Exchange Group to integrate Workspace data, aiming to boost efficiency for its 35,000 investment bankers. Discover the strategic move.
Inside the world's second-largest cricket hall in Falmer, a revolutionary project is breaking down barriers. Square One uses colour-coded nets, microchipped balls, and a new coaching language to make the sport truly inclusive. Could this be the future of
Traders at Croydon's historic Surrey Street Market say £60 parking fines are driving customers away. They are petitioning the council for 30 minutes of free parking to revitalise the struggling town centre.
Discover Chafford Hundred, the Essex commuter town built on a Victorian landfill site. Now 35 years old, it's a thriving hub with Lakeside shopping and nature parks. Explore its remarkable transformation.
An 18-year-old woman has been bailed following chaotic scenes in Manchester city centre where a car was driven erratically into crowds. One man was hospitalised. Read the latest.
Mark Selby held off a fierce Judd Trump fightback to win the UK Championship 10-8, claiming his first Triple Crown title since 2021. Read the full match report from York.
British actor Michael Crawford, famed for 'Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em', receives a prestigious Kennedy Centre Honour from Donald Trump alongside Sylvester Stallone. Discover the full story and reaction.
KISS bassist Gene Simmons suggests lifestyle choices contributed to bandmate Ace Frehley's fatal fall. The rock legend died aged 74 in October. Read the full story.
The DVSA has confirmed changes to driving and theory test centre hours over the festive period. Check the full list of dates to see if your test is affected.
Two inmates escaped from a US detention centre after exploiting crumbling concrete. The incident raises serious questions about infrastructure and security failures. Read the full investigation.
Police have recovered a body from Salford Quays near Media City. A major emergency response was launched, and an investigation is now underway. Get the latest updates.
Dog Man: The Musical is set for its London debut at the Southbank Centre next summer. We explore how theatre makers successfully adapt beloved children's books for the stage, from The Gruffalo to My Neighbour Totoro.
Edmonton Leisure Centre in north London has fully reopened following a major £7.5 million refurbishment. The two-year project included a full revamp of the swimming pools and facilities.
London's iconic but bewildering Barbican Centre is set for a £451m renewal. The project will tackle leaks, poor signage, and maze-like layout to create a fully accessible cultural hub by 2032.