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TikTok has submitted a risk assessment report on its new app, TikTok Lite, to the European Commission, averting a potential fine. The EU executive had raised concerns about TikTok Lite’s reward program and its potential addictiveness for children. The company has until Wednesday to present arguments on the reward program, which will determine if the Commission temporarily suspends it until it assesses its safety for children. The Commission is also investigating TikTok Lite’s launch in France and Spain, examining whether it breached the Digital Services Act (DSA) rules.

TikTok influencer Eva Evan, known for her relatable content and dating advice, was found dead in her New York City apartment on Saturday night. According to law enforcement sources, her death has been ruled a suicide, with a suicide note left behind. Eva’s sister, Lila, confirmed the tragic news on Instagram, expressing her grief and describing Eva as a caring, hilarious, and creative person. While the official cause of death is pending toxicology results, Evan’s friend, who found her body, reported no signs of a struggle or unusual injuries.

TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, has vowed to challenge a proposed bill in the U.S. Congress that would force it to divest its ownership stake in the popular video-sharing app. The move sets the stage for a potential legal battle between the U.S. government and one of China’s largest tech companies. ByteDance argues that the bill violates the First Amendment rights of TikTok’s 170 million American users and has a strong chance of prevailing in court. However, a protracted legal fight could damage TikTok’s brand and lead to a loss of users and revenue.

A cat owner has amused the internet with their creative solution for their ‘mean’ cat by introducing him to an equally feisty companion: a life-size Chucky doll. The video showcasing the unlikely duo went viral on TikTok, leaving viewers in stitches and sparking a discussion about feline behavior and potential triggers for aggression.

TikTok creators express dismay over a potential ban in the US, citing concerns about the impact on their businesses and livelihoods. They argue that the bill is hypocritical and infringes on freedom of speech, while also accusing the government of fearmongering and using people’s ignorance to its advantage. The bill, if passed, could lead to TikTok being banned in the US in 2025, but the process could take longer.

The Senate is deliberating a comprehensive package that would provide $95 billion in foreign aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. This legislation, which encompasses four distinct bills, received bipartisan support in the House over the weekend. President Joe Biden has emphasized the urgency of Senate approval for these measures.

The package allocates approximately $26 billion to Israel, currently engaged in conflict with Hamas in Gaza; $61 billion to Ukraine; and $8 billion to allies in the Indo-Pacific region. Furthermore, a fourth bill seeks to ban TikTok in the United States, impose sanctions on Russia, China, and Iran, and utilize Russian assets to aid Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction.

Rapper and singer Lay Bankz, 19, has charted her first song on the Billboard Hot 100 with her breakthrough single, “Tell Ur Girlfriend.” The track debuted at No. 58 on the chart dated April 27, fueled by its streaming sum of 8.8 million official U.S. clicks in the April 12-18 tracking week. It also climbed to No. 24 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and debuted at No. 21 on Hot Rap Songs.

Twitch streamer and YouTuber Moistcritical has slammed a TikTok dating coach named Alpha Dom, calling him ‘the creepiest cyberspace has ever seen.’ Moistcritical took issue with one of Alpha Dom’s videos in which he advises men to disregard women’s rejections and persist in their pursuit. Moistcritical criticized this strategy, calling it ‘baloney’ and saying it would only creep women out. Alpha Dom responded by claiming he has clients who pay him $3,000 a month for his advice and suggesting that he has made $32,000 since Moistcritical’s criticism.

A couple has transformed their wedding anniversary into a ‘family birthday’ celebration to include their children. Anna Mellor and her husband celebrated their eighth wedding anniversary by picking up a cake and singing ‘Happy birthday to us.’ The video of their celebration has gone viral on TikTok, with viewers praising the idea and saying they will adopt it for themselves. The couple says they also made time for an intimate dinner date after the children went to bed.

Connor Logan, a former resident of a council estate, has turned his life around by becoming the CEO of BeeSocial, a leading TikTok Live agency. Despite facing financial struggles growing up, he attributes his success to the social media platform, which he believes has the power to change lives. Logan’s agency helps aspiring influencers monetize their skills and grow their social media presence, a goal he achieved through hard work and dedication.