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Associated Press, a US federal appeals court panel on Friday (December 6) decided unanimously that it would uphold a law that sees the ban of TikTok in the country – as soon as next month.The law requires TikTok to be sold off by, and break ties with, the China-based ByteDance – or be banned by mid-January. Legal representatives of the social media app argued that the ban infringes upon the country’s First Amendment.However, this was rebuffed by the court: “The First Amendment exists to protect free speech in the United States,” said the court’s opinion, per a written statement by Judge Douglas Ginsburg.“Here the Government acted solely to protect that freedom from a foreign adversary nation and to limit that adversary’s ability to gather data on people in the United States.”TikTok is set to appeal the ban to the Supreme Court at an undisclosed future date, with its spokesperson Michael Hughes saying in a statement: “The TikTok ban was conceived and pushed through based upon inaccurate, flawed and hypothetical information, resulting in outright censorship of the American people”.The sell-or-ban measure was issued into law by US President Joe Biden earlier this year (April 24), following a long-running dispute over claims that the company’s ownership structure could allow the Chinese government to gain access to the data of its millions of American users.To date, over 30 American states, Canada, and the European Union have separately banned the app from use on government-owned devices over concerns it could be a security risk.

Terrified passengers heading towards Aberdeen were taken back to Manchester Airport after lightning caused the plane's windshield to crack.

Prime Video is coming out hot in Poland, having identified the country as a key emerging European hub.

Talking Heads‘ Jerry Harrison and King Crimson‘s Adrian Belew have announced their 2025 ‘Remain In Light’ UK and European tour.The five-date run will see Harrison and Belew make their way across the EU and UK beginning with a gig in Stockholm on May 18. From there, the duo will make stops in cities such as Oslo, Copenhagen, Cologne, Warsaw and Luxembourg before heading over to the UK with stops in Manchester and Wolverhampton.

splurged $4.7 million on one of 300 residences at the 722-acre CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club — a development about 81 miles south of Lisbon, it was reported last month.However, the sprawling property is still not ready to be moved into and will only be used as a vacation home by the couple, a source told the Express.“The villa in Portugal is more an investment than anything else and construction hasn’t even been completed yet,” the insider said.“It hasn’t been purchased as a new home, but more as a holiday retreat and something they can put their money into to protect their assets.”Before the pair can enjoy their new abode in Portugal, the Sussexes face one major hurdle to overcome — European Union citizenship.Such citizenship would allow the couple to travel freely through the Schengen Area, which covers 29 countries.Still, it appears the Sussexes are not looking to pack up and leave the US anytime soon — despite their close friends Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, making the move.Markle, 43, has boasted a very close friendship with the former “Ellen Show” host, but will not be looking to make a similar move herself for the second time, The Post revealed this week.On the flip side, Grant Harrold — who had previously worked as King Charles’ butler for seven years — noted that the Duke of Sussex, 40, could be making the move eventually.“I do see it,” he said of the exiled prince. “I think he could be open to returning.

France has published its most comprehensive study to date detailing the impact of investment obligations introduced in 2021 requiring global streamers to invest at least 20% of their annual local turnover in French film and TV production.

Nia Archives has remixed Jamie xx‘s ‘Waited All Night’. Check it out below.The original track is taken from his recent album ‘In Waves’ and features Romy and Oliver Sim, his bandmates from The xx.

Ben Croll As global platforms make greater inroad into the French market, local regulators could now push for a rise in transparency. Since adhering to the EU’s Audiovisual Media Services Directive, original signatories Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ have significantly upped their investment in French film and television, with the three contributing €866 million ($906 million USD) from 2021 – 2023, per a new study published on Tuesday and presented in Paris.

The Foreign Office has sounded the alarm for UK travellers, stressing the importance of vaccinations ahead of their holidays. In a move to ensure Brits are well-prepared for their autumn and winter getaways within the European Union, the government body shared a crucial message on its social media platforms.

If you're planning a festive getaway and hoping to pack everything into your hand luggage, there are some items that could cause problems at security without you even realising.

snapped up a plush pad in Portugal to have an “emergency escape solution” when President-elect Donald Trump moves into the White House, according to a report.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have reportedly splurged on one of 300 soon-to-be-constructed residences at the 722-acre CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club — a plush development about 81 miles south of Lisbon.The pair allegedly forked over more than $4.7 million on the purchase.Trump’s deep dislike of the Sussexes has sent them into a tailspin and forced them to reconsider their options, according to a source close to the situation.The wheels could really come off for Harry and Meghan if Trump decides to get involved with his citizenship so that’s why they have purchased overseas,” a source told RadarOnline.

The Who‘s Pete Townshend has admitted that he found Roger Daltrey‘s stance on Brexit “very problematic”.Following the referendum in 2016, Daltrey has always taken a very pro-Brexit view, going as far to say that it won’t affect British musicians in 2019.When asked whether he thought Brexit would be “bad for British rock music” at the time he said: “No. What’s it got to do with the rock business?” before an interviewer replied: “How are you going to tour in Europe?”“Oh dear.

Robbie Williams is set to go back on the road for a UK and European tour “soon”, he reveals.Earlier today, Williams announced details for the soundtrack of upcoming biopic Better Man, in which he stars as a reimagined CGI monkey version of himself. The album will be released a day after the film’s UK release date of December 26 – it features re-recorded versions of songs from Williams’ catalogue that will be featured in the film.In a social media post, Williams shared a pre-order link to purchase physical copies of the album – which come with a signed poster.

After President Joe Biden signed legislation earlier this year that requires TikTok parent ByteDance to divest the app or face a ban on U.S. app stores, Canada has taken action to eliminate the company’s physical footprint there.

Turkey is experiencing a significant decline in tourism, with many hotels left empty as UK tourists opt for destinations like Greece within the European Union.

CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club — a plush development about 81 miles south of Lisbon.The pair allegedly forked over more than $4.7 million on the purchase.According to King Charles’ former personal butler Grant Harrold, the couple’s rumored move to Europe shows that they’re “edging their way back in the direction of the UK.”“Their life in the US — there’s so many people that move away and move back, so I don’t think there’d be anything unusual about Harry and Meghan leaving the US for Europe,” Harrold told The Post.“But maybe living in the States wasn’t what they thought it would be and that could be why they’re now supposedly edging their way back in the direction of the UK.”Harrold previously told The Post that the pair’s rumored move signals their attempt at a reconciliation with the royal family.While it’s unclear why the pair opted for a home in Portugal, the couple’s connections could be a reason.What’s more, Portugal’s climate is similar to that of Montecito, Calif., which could also have played a part in the appeal.“There’s no obvious reason for choosing Portugal as a location to live, but let’s not forget that it’s not unusual for royals to set up overseas,” Harrold notes.“Some have historically moved to France, Princess Margaret used to spend a lot of time in Mauritius, so Harry would be following in the footsteps of other royals who have done something similar.”Before the couple enjoys their new life in Portugal, Harry and Markle face one major hurdle to overcome in obtaining European Union citizenship.Such a citizenship would allow the couple to travel freely through the Schengen Area, which covers 29 countries.A trans-Atlantic move brings up the question of the pair’s business ventures, and how they’ll manage

Inhaler have announced details of a huge UK and European tour to take place in the first half of 2025 – check out all the dates below.The Irish band will play a run of eight dates around the UK in February, kicking off at Leeds’ O2 Academy on February 7 and wrapping at Newcastle’s O2 City Hall on February 19, before heading around Europe in April and May, with Blossoms set to join them on the bill at all European dates.Tickets for the shows go on pre-sale for fans who have pre-ordered their new album ‘Open Wide’ at 9:30am local time on November 6, with general sale starting at the same time on November 8.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Apple missed Wall Street earnings forecasts, as smartphone revenue — including sales of its new AI-enabled iPhone 16 — rose 5.5% while the tech giant’s services segment turned in record revenue. The company reported revenue of $94.93 billion, up 6.1%, and net income of $14.74 billion, down 36%, for the three months ended Sept. 28.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are facing a bit of a conundrum after reportedly splashing out a cool £3.6million on a stunning property in sunny Portugal.The couple, currently residing Stateside, have seemingly snapped up a European haven which comes with the perk of potentially securing residency and, down the line, EU citizenship.This would be a game-changer for the Royals, granting them seamless access through the EU's Schengen zone. But there's a catch: to make this dream a reality, they'd need to bag Portuguese citizenship first, which means passing a language test.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly purchased a new home in Portugal, as they establish a European base.

CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club — a plush development about 81 miles south of Lisbon.The pair are said to have forked over more than $4.7 million on the purchase, the Mirror reports.But after signing on the dotted line, it appears as though the duo now have an obstacle to overcome: obtaining a European Union citizenship.Such a citizenship would allow the couple to travel freely through the Schengen area, which covers 29 countries.But with the UK fully out of the EU post-Brexit, Harry and Meghan must file a Portuguese citizenship application, which requires a language test.According to Global Citizen Solutions, Portugal’s so-called “Golden Visa” application process tests prospective candidates’ ability to use and understand everyday language, expressions, and basic phrases.While learning a new language doesn’t seem to be a problem for the “Suits” alum — who can speak Spanish and French fluently — the same cannot be said for Harry, who has admitted to not knowing a second language.The Sussexes are offered a range of options when applying for a Portuguese citizenship — these include five years of uninterrupted residency, having descendants form the country, or investing $540,000 through investment funds, scientific research, local companies and/or businesses.Upon obtaining the sought-after visa, the pair would be able to travel throughout Europe unhindered.While it’s unclear exactly why the pair opted for a home in Portugal, one local businessman recently suggested that the privacy offered in the area could be the reason behind their decision.Indeed, the search for privacy has always been at the forefront of the Sussexes’ minds, and one of the main reasons they decided to quit royal life in 2020.What’s more, CostaTerra is