‘Squid Game’s’ global popularity has real-life ripple effects
The South Korean dystopian thriller series has taken the world by storm, causing Vans shoes similar to the ones worn on the show to dramatically spike in sales and inspiring…
Grandfather’s reaction to Dua Lipa concert tickets goes viral
ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos speaks with “Papa Richy,†an 80-year-old grandfather who went viral on TikTok for his reaction to getting birthday tickets to see his favorite artist, Dua Lipa,…
Embarrassing mom and her squeaky oven go viral to Usher’s ‘Yeah’
Hayley Stevens posted a now-viral video to the app TikTok showing her mother, Amy Stevens, opening and closing her squeaky oven door and then dancing to the tune of Usher’s…
Tik Tok app reportedly under national security review | ABC News
U.S. investigators are reportedly trying to determine whether the popular music app, owned by a Chinese company, is sending American users’ data to China. #ABCNews #TikTok #MusicApp #FederalInvestigation #DataCollection source
The Year 2019: Lil Nas X, Lizzo, Billy Porter and other breakout stars l ABC News
“Old Town Road,†which gained traction as a TikTok sensation, became a massive breakout hit for country music newcomer Lil Nas X and a big comeback for Billy Ray Cyrus.…
Two minors charged after participating in viral ‘Skullbreaker Challenge’ l ABC News
A dangerous new trend called the “Skullbreaker Challenge†is a prank that is being shared on TikTok. #ABCNews #SkullbreakerChallenge #TikTok source
Could US block Tik Tok?
ABC News contributor Steven Ganyard discusses the U.S. considering a ban of the social media platform Tik Tok over concerns about privacy and data collection. source
Trump threatens to ban TikTok
Some believe the popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app poses a security risk. source
President Trump takes on TikTok
ABC News’ Rebecca Jarvis discusses President Donald Trump’s push to have TikTok banned in the U.S. if it isn’t sold to Microsoft or another company in the coming weeks. source