Pumpkin hummus and espresso cheese. Are these food and drink pairings worth trying this fall?
It may not feel like it, but fall officially starts on Sunday, Sept. 22! Now is a great time to start thinking about festive food and drink pairings for the holiday season. Entertaining expert Paul Zahn is teaching us how to make simple and delicious sips and bites perfect for the fall season.
TikTok creator who popularized โvery demureโ trend didnโt trademark her catchphrase
TikTok sensation Jools Lebron, with 2 million followers, has sparked a frenzy with her viral "very demure" trend. Despite her popularity, two others have filed for trademarks of the phrase before she could. Over 173,000 TikTok posts have embraced the term in the past week, with brands and celebrities joining the craze. Discover more about this surprising legal twist and its impact on social media trends.
Live from the DNC, it could be one of your favorite online influencers
Across this weekโs Democratic National Convention in Chicago, more than 200 online influencers, streamers and other social media personalities have been capturing and livestreaming their impressions of whatโs happening.
Nepal lifts its ban on TikTok imposed for disrupting social harmony
Nepalโs new government has lifted restrictions on the video-sharing app TikTok, nine months after imposing a ban because it was disrupting โsocial harmony."
Edible or not? Alicia Silverstone's misstep shows how toxic lookalikes can fool you
Alicia Silverstone worried fans this week when she posted a TikTok clip of herself nibbling a poisonous berry she found while walking on a sidewalk.
TikTok agrees to withdraw rewards feature after EU raised concerns about potential online addiction
Officials from the European Unionโs executive commission said Monday that TikTok has agreed to end a rewards feature that raised concerns about encouraging excessive screen time and its effects on children.
IBS and digestive trouble are in the spotlight on social media. Here's what you should know
Spend some time on TikTok and you'll see loads of people talking about digestive troubles like irritable bowel syndrome.
Justice Department sues TikTok, accusing the company of illegally collecting children's data
The Justice Department sued TikTok on Friday, accusing the company of violating childrenโs online privacy law and running afoul of a settlement it had reached with another federal agency.
Justice Department says TikTok collected US user views on issues like abortion and gun control
In a fresh broadside against one of the worldโs most popular technology companies, the Justice Department has accused TikTok of harnessing the capability to gather bulk information on users based on views on divisive social issues like gun control, abortion and religion.
European Union court says TikTok owner can't avoid bloc's law cracking down on digital giants
TikTok owner ByteDance canโt avoid the blocโs crackdown on digital giants, a European Union court says.
Barstool owner rescued by Coast Guard after losing control of boat off Nantucket
The owner and founder of the website Barstool Sports lost control of a boat off Nantucket before being rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Houston influencer Jasmine Nguyen is headed to Paris for NBCUniversal Olympics gig
Local influencer Jasmine Nguyen has joined NBC Universalโs Paris Creative Collective โ a group of engaging creators who will have unprecedented access to tell stories of the games through their own eyes. Check out Jasmine's interview with Houston Life's Derrick Shore and KPRC 2 news anchor Daniella Guzman.
From 'latte makeup' to 'girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last?
TikTok and its bite-sized videos arrived in the United States as a global version of the Chinese app Douyin.
Racial justice, free speech groups join fight against potential TikTok ban
A dozen social and racial justice groups said Thursday that the federal law requiring TikTokโs parent company to sell the platform, or face a ban, would disrupt a vehicle that many minority communities use to form connections online and advocate for causes.
TikTok accuses federal agency of 'political demagoguery' in legal challenge against potential US ban
TikTok on Thursday disclosed a letter the company sent to the government in April accusing the federal agency that once held the platformโs future in its hands of โpolitical demagoguery.โ.
Federal Trade Commission refers complaint about TikTok's adherence to child privacy law to the DOJ
The Federal Trade Commission has referred a complaint against TikTok and its Beijing-based parent company to the Department of Justice.
How this Texas law was used to charge a Fort Bend Co. Commissioner candidate with faking social media attacks
A law that was passed by the Texas Legislature in 2009 has helped play a roll in the arrest of Democrat Taral Patel, who is accused of portraying himself as someone he is not over the internet.
Spain proposes law to improve online safety for children, including virtual restraining orders
Spainโs government has proposed a law to protect children from online threats that includes virtual restraining orders for felons and a higher age for opening social media accounts.
Frank McCourt, the billionaire bidding to buy U.S. part of TikTok, wants users to control their data
McCourt said tech companies have to become more democratic in a conversation with The Texas Tribuneโs CEO.
TikTok rolls out new rules to limit the reach of state-affiliated media accounts on its platform
TikTok said Thursday its putting in place new rules to limit the reach of state-affiliated media accounts.
Billionaire Frank McCourt says he's putting together a consortium to buy TikTok
Billionaire businessman and real estate mogul Frank McCourt says heโs putting together a consortium to purchase TikTokโs U.S. business.
TikTok content creators sue the US government over law that could ban the popular platform
Eight TikTok content creators have sued the U.S. over the new federal law that would could ban the social media platform nationwide.
TikTok to start labeling AI-generated content as technology becomes more universal
TikTok says itโs going to start automatically labeling content thatโs made by artificial intelligence when itโs uploaded from certain platforms.
TikTok sues US to block law that could ban the social media platform
TikTok and its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, are suing the U.S. government over a law that would ban the popular video-sharing app unless itโs sold to an approved buyer.
Russian state media is posting more on TikTok ahead of the U.S. presidential election, study says
A study by the nonprofit Brookings Institution says Russian state-affiliated accounts have boosted their use of TikTok and are getting more engagement on the short-form video platform ahead of the U.S. presidential election.
Artists from Universal Music Group are heading back to TikTok as new licensing deal reached
Artists from Universal Music Group, which include Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, will be returning to TikTok as the two parties have struck a new licensing agreement following an approximately three-month long dispute.
How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat
If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, thatโs probably because it has, at least if youโre measuring via internet time.
Instagram, YouTube the biggest likely winners of TikTok ban but smaller rivals could rise too
While a bill to ban TikTok if it doesn't change owners has received President Joe Biden's signature, it could still be years before the popular video-sharing app is actually blocked from U.S. app stores โ if it is blocked at all.
The TikTok law kicks off a new showdown between Beijing and Washington. What's coming next?
TikTok is gearing up for a legal fight against a U.S. law that would force the social media platform to break ties with its China-based parent company or face a ban.
How a viral TikTok trend fueled business for Houstonโs Bread Zeppelin: โOnce you have it, you crave it!โ
TikTok has gotten a bad reputation over the years since its boost in users since the COVID-19 pandemic.
TikTok has sued the US over a law that could ban its app. What's the legal outlook?
Legislation forcing TikTokโs parent company to sell the video-sharing platform or face a ban in the U.S. has received President Joe Bidenโs official signoff.
Biden just signed a bill that could ban TikTok. His campaign plans to stay on the app anyway
President Joe Bidenโs signing of legislation that could ban TikTok in the U.S. runs counter to his campaignโs embrace of the platform and outreach to influencers.
TikTok bows to European pressure and halts reward feature on new app in France and Spain
TikTok is halting a feature on its new app rewarding users in Europe for watching videos, after facing pressure from regulators worried about its addictive features.
Revisiting TikTokโs potential ban, how it will impact influencers
โTikTok isnโt just a place for silly dance challenges and, funny content," Dr. Trevor Boffone, an influencer who traveled to Washington D.C. to protest the potential ban said. "Thereโs actually really important education and world building happening here.โ
What a TikTok ban in the US could mean for you
After years of attempts to ban the Chinese-owned app, including by former President Donald Trump, a measure to outlaw the popular video-sharing app has won congressional approval and is on its way to President Biden for his signature.
The EU ratchets up pressure on TikTok's new rewards app over risks to kids, warns of suspension
The European Union is demanding TikTok provide more information about a new app that pays users to watch videos and warned that it could order the video sharing platform to suspend addictive features that pose a risk to kids.
U.S. Rep. Colin Allred voted for TikTok ban despite continuing to use the app
Allred is the delegationโs most prolific user of the app. He said he voted for the legislation because of national security concerns.
Georgia joins states seeking parental permission before children join social media
Georgia could join other states in requiring children younger than 16 to have their parentsโ explicit permission to create social media accounts.
TikTok is under investigation by the FTC over data practices and could face a lawsuit
A person familiar with the matter says the Federal Trade Commission is investigating TikTok over its data and security practices.
โKoda the Fluffโ๐ถโจ Therapy dog turned viral sensation puts smiles on faces around the world through social media
Check out Koda the Fluff, the therapy dog turned viral sensation! ๐๐ Bringing smiles to faces all around the world through heartwarming videos and personal visits. For more on Koda and more videos, visit Click2Houston.com. #TherapyDog #KodaTheFluff #SpreadJoy
TikTok influencer discusses impact behind potential ban, โnot just a place for silly dance challengesโ
โTikTok isnโt just a place for silly dance challenges and, funny content," Dr. Trevor Boffone, an influencer who traveled to Washington D.C. to protest the potential ban said. "Thereโs actually really important education and world building happening here.โ
โItโs not worth itโ: Fans mourn TikTok fitness influencers reportedly killed in high speed, car crash in Houston
Numerous reports on social media have confirmed that two TikTok fitness creators were killed in a single-car accident in Houston.
Europe asks Google, Facebook, TikTok and other platforms how they're reducing generative AI risks
European Union regulators are ratcheting up scrutiny of big tech companies including Google, Facebook and TikTok by looking into how theyโre dealing with risks from generative artificial intelligence, such as the viral spread of deepfakes.
Former Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin says he's putting together investor group to buy TikTok
Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says heโs going to put together an investor group to buy TikTok after the House passed a bill that would ban the popular video app in the U.S. if its China-based owner doesnโt sell its stake.
If Biden signs bill to ban TikTok, how will we go on? Texas small business owners, influencers may lose their livelihood
Pres. Biden said if Congress passes the measure, he will sign it. But what does that mean for people who make a living off the social media app?
US lawmakers say TikTok won't be banned if it finds a new owner. But that's easier said than done
U.S. lawmakers are threatening to ban TikTok but also say they are giving its Chinese parent company a chance to keep it running.
House Republicans move ahead with TikTok vote even as Trump voices opposition to possible ban
House Republicans are moving ahead with a bill that would require Chinese company ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban in the United States even as former President Donald Trump is voicing opposition to the effort.
Biden says he'll sign proposed legislation to ban TikTok if Congress passes it
President Joe Biden has endorsed legislation that could lead to the popular video-sharing app TikTok being banned in the United States, a move that comes amid growing concern in Washington about keeping Americans' private data out of Chinaโs hands.
Bill that could ban TikTok has been attached to the House foreign aid package. What next?
The House has approved legislation that would ban TikTok if its Beijing-based parent company doesnโt divest from the popular social media platform, escalating the fight over the hot-button issue.
Bill that could make TikTok unavailable in the US advances quickly in the House
A bill that could lead to the popular video-sharing app TikTok being unavailable in the United States is quickly gaining traction in the House.
TikTok faces European Union scrutiny for possible breaches of strict new digital rulebook
The European Union is looking into whether TikTok has broken the blocโs strict new digital rules for cleaning up social media and keeping internet users safe.
Americans divided on TikTok ban even as Biden campaign joins the app, AP-NORC poll shows
President Joe Bidenโs campaign is embracing TikTok to court younger voters ahead of the presidential elections, but U.S. adults have mixed views about whether the video-sharing app should even operate in the country.
Do Stanley tumblers contain lead? Hereโs Consumer Report's test results
In recent months the Stanley Quencher has become a must-have for millions of fansโenjoying a wave of endorsements from TikTok creators to being spoofed on โSaturday Night Live.โ
Fans mourn unexpected death of San Jacinto constable deputy known as โTexas Copโ on TikTok
A San Jacinto County constable deputy who gained more than 80,000 followers on TikTok was found dead in his Conroe home in late January, according to reports.
Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny and others may vanish from TikTok as licensing dispute boils over
Universal Music Group, which represents artists including Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, says that it will no longer allow its music on TikTok now that a licensing deal between the two parties has expired.
TikTok is laying off dozens of workers as the tech industry continues to shed jobs in the new year
TikTok is laying off dozens of workers in its advertising and sales unit, becoming the latest tech company to trim jobs in the new year.
Friendswood PD issues warning after viral, dangerous TikTok challenge startles homeowners
Police in Friendswood are warning residents of a viral TikTok challenge that encourages people to kick and bang doors in the middle of the night.
Iowa is the latest state to sue TikTok, claims the social media company misrepresents its content
Iowa has become the latest state to sue TikTok over claims that the social media company deceives consumers over the amount of โinappropriate contentโ that children have access to via the platform.
Woman known as โBrick ladyโ charged in Houston after being accused of making whole thing up, raising $42K on GoFundMe
A woman who went viral on social media after making claims of being assaulted by a man outside a Houston club has now been charged after raising a large amount of money on GoFundMe, according to charging documents.
A judge has temporarily halted enforcement of an Ohio law limiting kidsโ use of social media
A federal judge has temporarily halted enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps.
A group representing TikTok, Meta and X sues Ohio over new law limiting kids' use of social media
A trade group representing TikTok, Snapchat, Meta and other major tech companies has sued Ohio over a pending law that requires children to get parental consent to use social media apps.
Keith Lee shares his top 8 cities with best food from 2023 Food Tour. Hereโs how Houston ranked
Before the year 2023 comes to an end, viral food critic Keith Lee shared his personal rankings of cities with the best cuisine from his food tour this year.
Social media companies made $11 billion in US ad revenue from minors, Harvard study finds
A study from Harvard says social media companies collectively made over $11 billion in U.S. advertising revenue from minors last year.
A group representing TikTok, Meta and X sues Utah over strict new limits on app use for minors
A trade group that represents TikTok and other major tech companies has sued Utah over its first-in-the-nation laws requiring children to get parental consent to use social media apps.
Pew survey: YouTube tops teens' social-media diet, with roughly a sixth using it almost constantly
Teen usage of social media hasnโt dropped much, despite rising concerns about its effects on the mental health of adolescents.
Indiana judge dismisses state's lawsuit against TikTok that alleged child safety, privacy concerns
An Indiana county judge has dismissed a state lawsuit filed against TikTok that had accused the app of deceiving its users about the level of inappropriate content for children on its platform and the security of consumersโ personal information.
โYโall got it, Houstonโ: Day 12 of restaurant reviews with popular TikTok food critic Keith Lee
Popular food critic Keith Lee is still dropping his highly anticipated video reviews during his Houston food tour.
Meet the local teacher inspiring students through her mini math lessons on TikTok
During the COVID-19 pandemic, local teacher Deidre Kelly turned to TikTok to inspire her students, and she has since garnered a massive following.
TikTok and Meta challenge Europe's new rules that crack down on digital giants
TikTok and Meta are filing legal challenges against new European Union rules designed to counter the dominance of digital giants and make online competition fairer by giving consumers more choice.
Hyundai to hold software-upgrade clinics across the US for vehicles targeted by thieves
Hyundai says it will set up โmobile clinicsโ at five U.S. locations to provide anti-theft software upgrades for vehicles now regularly targeted by thieves using a technique popularized on TikTok and other social platforms.
EU demands Meta and TikTok detail efforts to curb disinformation from Israel-Hamas war
The European Union has demanded Meta and TikTok detail their efforts to curb illegal content and disinformation during the Israel-Hamas war.
TikTok and content creators challenging Montana's ban face off with the state in federal court
TikTok and Montana faced off in federal court in a case filed by the video sharing app and five content creators who want the court to temporarily block the state's ban on the platform before it takes effect on Jan. 1.
TikTok ends retail business in Indonesia after ban on social media shopping
Chinese-owned video platform TikTok says it will halt its online retail operation in Indonesia to comply with the countryโs decision to ban e-commerce transactions on social media platforms.
TikTok videos promoting steroid use have millions of views, says report criticized by the company
TikTok has become a key marketing channel for vendors promoting steroids and other bodybuilding drugs to millions of the appโs users, according to a report released Thursday that the social media company disputes.
TikTok says it regrets Indonesia's decision to ban e-commerce sales on social media platforms
Chinese-owned app TikTok says it regrets the Indonesian governmentโs decision to ban e-commerce transactions on social media platforms and particularly the impact it would have on the millions of sellers who use TikTok Shop.
โSilver fox era?โ: Houston legend Paul Wall โgot the internet going nutsโ with new haircut
Houston legend Paul Wall is trending again this year after posting a TikTok where fans said the rapper was unrecognizable due to his new silver cut hair.
Create a wispy, voluminous look with the butterfly haircut ๐
The butterfly haircut is sweeping up views on TikTok. This trendy style is a mixture of Rachel and Farrah Fawcett that will leave your hair bouncy and voluminous. ๐โโ๏ธ๐ซ
TikTok Shop launches in the U.S. as the company bets big on e-commerce
After months of testing, TikTok is fully launching its e-commerce product in the U.S., in an effort to translate the appโs cultural relevance among young consumers to sales.
โHairsprayโ actress goes into labor during Beyoncรฉโs birthday concert in Los Angeles
Actress Sarah Francis Jones, best known for her role in 2007โฒs โHairsprayโ went into labor during Beyoncรฉโs birthday concert in Los Angeles on Labor Day.