Video-sharing platform dismisses reports that the Chinese government is considering its sale to Tesla and SpaceX CEO. TikTok has dismissed as “pure fiction” reports claiming that the Chinese government is considering allowing the sale of the platform to Elon Musk so it can continue operating in the United States. Bloomberg News and The Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday that Chinese officials have discussed allowing the sale to...

The West African country has confirmed two cases of mpox in recent days. Sierra Leone has declared a public health emergency after two cases of mpox were reported. The West African country’s health minister announced the move on Monday after the second case of the deadly viral disease was confirmed. “The confirmation of two cases of mpox in the country has prompted immediate action as mandated by the...

A huge village has sprung up on the golden sands of a beach in Malibu, housing thousands of firefighters. Firefighters from all over North America eat, sleep and recuperate on Zuma Beach when they aren’t battling the wildfires across Los Angeles. About 5,000 first responders mingle among the trailers and tents. The camp comes to life before dawn, as thousands line up for breakfast. The standards of dozens...