TikTok, social media trends push performance crimes into US spotlight
A rise in thefts of Hyundais and Kias is linked to viral videos posted to TikTok and other social media platforms that teach people how to exploit a security weakness to steal the cars.
TikTok user calls out Phoenix man accused of assault, police respond with clarification
Phoenix Police are clearing up what they're calling "misinformation" after a popular TikTok user called on the department to take further action against an Arizona man caught on video committing an alleged assault.
Texas parents charge 19-year-old daughter rent; reveal criticism and support
People are sounding off on TikTok as parents charging their children rent has become a topic of discussion. Check out how one family navigated their adult daughter living at home.
Viral video shows dozens of live fish thrown away in dumpster outside Idaho PetSmart
A viral video on TikTok shows dumpster divers discovering a box of live betta fish in the trash outside an Idaho PetSmart.
High school senior made her own prom dress and it’s stunning
The North Texas senior said she tried on lots of prom dresses in stores but couldn’t find one that really fit her personality. She decided to make her own and it was a stunning success.
Maricopa County bans TikTok on government-owned electronic devices
The resolution to protect the privacy and security of county data comes a month after Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs signed an executive order for the same ban on state devices.
Kidnap scammers using AI to create fake videos, voice recordings of loved ones
Scammers are using artificial intelligence to clone the voice or videos of a loved one to trick you into paying a ransom for their release.
TikTok user's 'unethical' plane 'life hack' to punish reclined seat passengers goes viral: 'Full blast'
TikTok user suggests strategy for dealing with airplane passengers who recline seats during flight
Congress considers new rules for tech regulation of social media
Tech regulation is gathering momentum on Capitol Hill as concerns rise about China’s ownership of TikTok, and parents are more worried about what their kids are viewing online.
Social media app Clapper touted as an adult version of TikTok
The video platform allows users worldwide to connect and share unique content in their communities.
AI life hacks: How travelers are using ChatGPT to plan trips on a budget
A TikToker mapped out a two-week trip to Europe with the generative AI tool, but others urge caution.
Meghan Trainor says 'f--- teachers,' apologizes after immense backlash: 'I got angry'
Meghan Trainor is apologizing for comments made at the expense of teachers. The "All About that Bass" singer expressed her love of teachers after receiving backlash for comments made on her podcast.
How scammers are using your Snapchat and TikTok posts in their AI schemes
AI scams that employ synthetic voice and images pull data from TikTok, Facebook and Snapchat to fabricate fake hostages' voices and images, according to a security adviser.
'Why is the baby yelling?': Man's temper tantrum over crying baby on Southwest flight to Florida goes viral
A grown man's profanity-laced temper tantrum over a crying baby aboard a Southwest flight to Florida has gone viral after portions of the minutes-long rant were recorded and posted on TikTok.
Ohio boy, 13, overdoses on Benadryl in deadly TikTok challenge: family
"Our world has absolutely got out of control," Jacob Steven's grandmother said,.
10 kids hospitalized from spicy gum used in TikTok challenge
In the TikTok challenge, people chew the gum and try to blow a bubble despite how hot the gum is. Officials say the gum is equivalent to pepper spray.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs bans TikTok on state devices
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs on Wednesday issued an executive order, restricting the use of TikTok on state-owned devices.
What is Lemon8?: TikTok parent company introduces new social media app
The app, called Lemon8, is a photo-based app that could be described as a mixture of Instagram and Pinterest with sprinkles of videos that resemble those posted on TikTok.
University of Florida bans TikTok on school devices and Wi-Fi, 'effective immediately'
The University of Florida has officially banned use of the social media app TikTok on university-owned devices and on devices connected to school Wi-Fi.
TikTok: ASU, NAU, UArizona announce ban on the controversial social media platform
All of Arizona's 3 public universities have announced a ban of TikTok from its devices, amid mounting controversy surrounding the social media platform over its ties with a Mainland Chinese company and data security risks.