Author: OMN AI

TikTok has closed a deal that guarantees the app will continue operating in the United States. The company announced the agreement on Thursday, ending years of legal and political uncertainty. The agreement resolves a long-standing dispute between Washington and Beijing. The conflict began during Donald Trump’s first presidency, when he attempted to ban TikTok over national security concerns. US law threatened to block the app in January 2025 unless ByteDance sold its American operations. Trump delayed enforcement several times after returning to office. The central issue involved TikTok’s recommendation algorithm. Under the deal, American owners now license the system, which…

Influencers linked to the online “manosphere” are persuading healthy young men that normal changes in energy, mood or libido signal low testosterone, according to a study in Social Science and Medicine. Researchers analysed popular posts on TikTok and Instagram, finding testosterone testing and treatment were often framed as essential to masculinity, despite routine screening being medically unnecessary for most young men. The lead author, Emma Grundtvig Gram of the University of Copenhagen, said normal life experiences were being portrayed as medical problems, driving demand for tests and supplements with little proven benefit. Experts warned this “medicalisation of masculinity” risks unnecessary…

Bilateral Deal, Not NATO-Wide Approval Spain’s Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares clarified on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos that a security arrangement for Greenland negotiated by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte must still be reviewed by all NATO allies. Speaking to Euronews, Albares stressed that the agreement reached with US President Donald Trump is a bilateral matter. “This is a bilateral arrangement, not NATO. It is the Secretary General of NATO talking to one of the allies,” he said. Albares added that allied foreign ministers currently only have the public announcement and that details will eventually…

Blue Origin has announced plans for a massive satellite internet network. The company is owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Blue Origin said it will launch more than 5,400 satellites into orbit. The project represents a major expansion of the company’s space operations. The network aims to provide uninterrupted internet access worldwide. TeraWave Designed for Speed and Global Coverage The company named the system TeraWave. Blue Origin said it will deliver continuous internet service across the globe. The network will also transfer massive amounts of data at very high speeds. The company said TeraWave will surpass existing commercial satellite networks.…

Plants growing close together can warn one another about incoming stress, helping their neighbours survive conditions that would otherwise cause serious damage. In experiments with thale cress (Arabidopsis thaliana), researchers grew plants either in isolation or packed closely so their leaves touched. When exposed to intense light stress, isolated plants suffered heavy damage, while crowded plants coped far better. Within an hour, densely grown plants activated more than 2,000 genes linked to protection against multiple stresses, whereas isolated plants showed little change in gene activity. The findings suggest that stressed plants send warning signals to nearby neighbours. The study identified…

Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, has settled a social media addiction lawsuit just days before trial. The case was scheduled to begin in Los Angeles. Lawyers announced the deal during a California Superior Court hearing. Snap later said all parties resolved the matter amicably. The terms of the settlement remain confidential. Other Tech Giants Continue Facing Trial Other defendants include Meta, owner of Instagram, TikTok parent ByteDance, and Google parent Alphabet. None of these companies have reached a settlement. The plaintiff, a 19-year-old woman identified as K.G.M., alleged that platform algorithms caused addiction and harmed her mental health. Because…

Jamaica’s tourism officials are celebrating after the U.S. upgraded the island’s travel advisory to Level 2. The move signals increased safety and encourages more Americans to plan trips to the Caribbean destination. Level 2 means travelers should exercise increased caution, but it is considered safe for tourism. Authorities say the change reflects improvements in security, infrastructure, and visitor services across the island. Tourism leaders highlight that the upgrade is expected to boost bookings. Hotels, resorts, and tour operators are preparing for more American visitors in the coming months. Airlines have also reported higher demand for flights to Jamaica. Officials note…

Prenatal ultrasounds are a cornerstone of pregnancy care, but studies show they can miss up to half of fetal abnormalities. A new AI-powered software, recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), could help doctors catch problems earlier and improve outcomes for expecting families. How the AI Enhances Ultrasounds Developed by American start-up BioticsAI, the software works alongside existing ultrasound machines to analyze images in real-time. It evaluates image quality, suggests adjustments for better clarity, and scans to ensure every part of the fetus is visible. Using global data patterns, it identifies potential anomalies—such as heart or limb…

Netflix has converted its $82.7bn (£61.5bn) offer for Warner Bros Discovery into an all-cash deal, keeping the valuation at $27.75 per share to speed approval and counter a hostile bid from Paramount Skydance. Netflix said the move simplifies the transaction and could allow WBD shareholders to vote as early as April. The WBD board continues to unanimously back Netflix’s proposal. Shareholders would also receive stakes in a spun-off global networks business, including CNN and Discovery, which Netflix is not acquiring. Paramount is pressing ahead with a larger $108.4bn bid and has sought to disrupt the Netflix deal through legal action…

Donald Trump said he will impose tariffs on European countries opposing his Greenland demand. He vowed to act “100%” on the threat. European allies immediately defended Greenland’s sovereignty. Denmark said no leader can pressure ownership of the territory. Denmark’s foreign minister rejected coercion. He said Greenland’s status will not change. He stressed the territory remains part of the Danish kingdom. European leaders repeated that stance in coordinated statements. Europe Stands Firm Over Greenland UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper reaffirmed Britain’s position. She said only Greenlanders and Denmark can decide Greenland’s future. She rejected outside interference. Other Nato allies issued similar…