US President Donald Trump failed to finalize a deal to sell Chinese-owned TikTok to American investors and issued an executive order extending the deadline by 75 days to keep the app operational. Trump stated in a Truth Social post that more work is needed for necessary approvals, expressing hope to reach an agreement with China despite tensions over tariffs. The US Supreme Court upheld a TikTok ban, leaving the app’s fate uncertain as it faces separation from its Chinese parent, ByteDance, or potential shutdown.
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How South Korea’s Democracy Prevailed Over a Reckless Leader
When Yoon Suk Yeol became president, he displayed authoritarian tendencies by relocating the presidential office and cracking down on dissent, culminating in a declaration of martial law. South Koreans, who cherish their hard-won democracy, swiftly mobilized to oppose his actions, leading to his impeachment and removal from office. While this episode exposed vulnerabilities in the country's democracy, it also showcased the resilience of its institutions and the commitment of its citizens to uphold democratic values....
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