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The app has repeatedly name checked the president-elect in pop-up messages and statements, as it navigates a ban in the United States unless it is sold to a non-Chinese owner.

No one was injured. The building, which includes a district office of a Wisconsin congressman who has been a critic of TikTok, sustained moderate damage in the fire on Sunday.

Instagram on Sunday rolled out Edits, a video-editing product that appeared similar to CapCut, which is owned by TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance.

One day before his inauguration, president-elect Donald Trump pledged to issue a day one executive order intended to save TikTok, despite being a main proponent of a ban during his first term.

Posting to Truth Social on Jan. 19, Trump wrote that he was looking to “extend the period of time before the law’s prohibitions take effect” and foster a "deal to protect our national security," suggesting that he intends to broker a joint venture that would result in an American company taking 50 percent ownership. He called on companies to "not let TikTok go dark" and said he could "confirm that there will be no liability for any company that helped keep TikTok from going dark before my order."

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TikTok quickly responded, saying it was working to reinstate service following Trump's statements. The app was up and running for existing users shortly after, although it still remains off U.S. app stores. "We thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance to our service providers that they will face no penalties providing TikTok to over 170 million Americans and allowing over 7 million small businesses to thrive," wrote the platform on their official policy account on X.

Despite Trump only promising to work on saving the app, and not yet bestowed with executive power, a new pop-up notification on the platform reads:

Welcome back!
Thanks for your patience and support. As a result of President Trump's efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.!
You can continue to create, share, and discover all the things you love on TikTok.

Credit: Screenshot / TikTok

In a reversal from his previous stance and executive orders during his first presidential term, Trump has turned in favor of the China-owned company over the last year. Last month, the president-elect sent an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court arguing he is uniquely positioned to save TikTok and protect the country's national security objectives, asking the court to grant a stay on the ban. The court later upheld the ban.

Trump and tech's biggest names have been courting each other's favor for months, especially following Trump's campaign victory. On Jan. 17, TikTok CEO Shou Chew posted a public message to users in which he thanked Trump for his efforts to reinstate the app. "This is a strong stand for the First Amendment and against arbitrary censorship," said Chew. "We are grateful and pleased to have the support of a president who truly understands our platform — one who has used TikTok to express his own thoughts and perspectives, connecting with the world and generating more than 60 billion views of his content in the process."

Not long after the app went dark, TikTok altered an in-app pop up message alerting users to the ban. The original message read:

We regret that a U.S. law banning TikTok will take effect on January 19 and force us to make our services temporarily unavailable.
We're working to restore our service in the U.S. as soon as possible, and we appreciate your support. Please stay tuned.

The revised notification read:

A law banning TikTok has been enacted in the U.S. Unfortunately, that means you can't use TikTok for now.
We are fortunate that President Trump has indicated that he will work with us on a solution to reinstate TikTok once he takes office. Please stay tuned!

The pop-up was then removed.

It's not just TikTok, either. Meta's Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon's Jeff Bezos, and Tesla/ X owner Elon Musk, who is set to score an advisory position under the new administration, have also publicly praised Trump and his policy positions, particularly surrounding his controversial stances on content moderation and free speech. Meta recently overhauled its moderation and DEI policies in the name of a more "free speech" supportive platform, abolishing its diversity mandates and loosening its hate speech policies to include previously banned forms of content. And OpenAI's Sam Altman has defended his decision to donate millions in personal contributions to Trump's inaugural fund, in response to a letter from U.S. Senators hinting at possible corruption.

Many of Big Tech's inner circle, including Chew, are expected to appear at the inaugural swearing-in ceremony on Monday.

UPDATE: Jan. 19, 2025, 1:58 p.m. EST This piece was updated to include a new in-app notification added shortly after TikTok reinstated service.

The popular video app went dark in the United States late Saturday and then came back around noon on Sunday, even as a law banning it took effect.

In the evening hours of Jan. 18, American users somberly checking TikTok one last time before the app's ban in the U.S. went into effect found that their access had already been revoked.

TikTok's parent company pulled access to the popular video sharing app less than two hours before it was expected to go dark. The app's 170 million active users in the U.S. now instead see an eyebrow-raising pop-up extolling the possibility of president-elect Donald Trump saving the app. Despite the surprising timing of TikTok's shut down, it followed months of legislative and legal battles unfolding right up until the day the "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act," was set to go into effect. What many hadn't digested, however, was how the U.S. law, which targets any "foreign adversary controlled application," would lead to other popular apps getting yanked, too.

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok and the single specified company in the bill, removed its apps and associated platforms immediately before the U.S. law went into effect — a glimpse of the true scope of the China-owned company's influence in U.S. users' digital diets. Other foreign-controlled apps, or those affiliated with companies deemed foreign adversaries, could surely follow.

Here are the major apps no longer available in the U.S. due to the ban, as of Jan. 19:

SEE ALSO: When will TikTok come back? Americans turn to VPNs with mixed results TikTok Studio, TikTok Shop Seller

In addition to the main platform, ByteDance has removed its secondary TikTok offerings for creators and companies, including TikTok Studio (a video creation and scheduling tool) and TikTok Shop Seller Center (a management platform for businesses selling on TikTok Shop).

Marvel Snap

Marvel Snap, a popular card game battler with millions of players in the U.S., was an unexpected casualty of the TikTok ban. While created by California-based developer Second Dinner, the game is published by ByteDance-owned Nuverse. Other Nuverse-published games, like Earth: Revival - Deep Underground and Ragnarok X: 3rd Anniversary are still available for download for now, the Verge reports. Nuverse did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment.

Tweet may have been deleted CapCut

A popular video-editing app used by fancam makers and meme editors across the internet (and on TikTok), CapCut was pulled from the U.S. app store. Many had expected and warned users that the app, also owned by ByteDance, would be affected by the ban.

Tweet may have been deleted Lemon8

TikTok's Lemon8, originally touted as a hybrid Pinterest-meets-Instagram social media alternative, was also axed in the late hours of Jan. 18. Since its launch in 2023, amid early debate of banning its parent app, Lemon8 had grown in popularity among fitness and wellness creators.

Hypic

Hypic is ByteDance's free photo-editing offering, heavily promoted on TikTok as an appearance-focused photoshopping tool. It also allowed TikTok users to apply AI-powered face filters to their videos.

Tweet may have been deleted Lark, Lark Team Collaboration, Lark Rooms Display, Lark Rooms Controller

ByteDance-owned Lark is a productivity suite for businesses created as a competitor to Google Workspace. The suite, including secondary controller and presentation apps, was removed from U.S. marketplaces.

Gauth

Gauth, originally known as GauthMath, is an AI-powered study app created by ByteDance and one of the most popular education apps on the Apple App Store. The app reached 200 million users worldwide in 2024.

Other apps

Apps popular in international markets were also pulled in the wake of ByteDance's crackdown. These include Melolo, a short form video app run by Poligon and popular in Southeast Asia; Fizzo, Poligon's e-book platform; and Tokopedia, an e-commerce site popular in Indonesia. Poligon is a Singapore-based subsidiary of ByteDance.

Notably, RedNote (Xiaohongshu) is still available for download from the U.S. app store, despite being a Chinese-owned platform subject to China's data privacy and censorship laws. In the lead-up to TikTok's banning, many users have flocked to the video-forward platform as a potential alternative.

"It would've been nice to get an audition," mused Count Orlok (Sarah Sherman) during Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update, sharing their thoughts on Robert Eggers’ 2024 Nosferatu remake.

Referred to only as "Original Nosferatu," Orlok admitted they liked the movie but couldn’t resist taking a jab at New Nosferatu, played by Bill Skarsgård. "He’s not scary enough," Sherman quipped through the makeup, likening Skarsgård’s look to "a shirtless Ned Flanders."

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But things really took a turn when "Original Nosferatu" set their sights on Weekend Update host Colin Jost. In true Sarah Sherman fashion, the rest of the segment devolved into a roast session. Jost endured cutting insults about his anatomy, alleged assistant-creeping tendencies, and a supposed coke habit.

The highlight? When Jost, recoiling as Sherman reached for his face, said, "The last thing I need is you sucking on my nose." Sherman quipped back “Suck on your nose? No thanks, I don’t want to be up all night. Because of the cocaine, Colin."

It was less an interview with the vampire and more of a bloodbath — but in the best way possible.

The social media app went dark late Saturday as a federal law went into effect requiring a sale or ban.

YouTube’s hit dating show Pop the Balloon or Find Love just got the Saturday Night Live treatment — and it’s as chaotic as you’d expect. The series, known for its lineup of singles clutching red balloons and ruthless eliminations, has become an internet obsession, especially within the Black community.

SEE ALSO: 'SNL' Weekend Update ponders what it means to live without TikTok

SNL’s parody captures the chaos perfectly. Contestants are swiftly eliminated for ridiculous reasons, like when Heidi Gardner’s character popped a balloon after hearing, “I like to cook,” and declaring, “I really don’t like the smell of food.”

But the sketch's highlight is Dave Chappelle's surprising appearance as Silky Johnson, his foul-mouthed, over-the-top Chappelle’s Show character. Understandably, all the women popped their balloons, but that didn't stop Silky from giving musical guest Glorilla another one so he could pop it himself for "her sass."

As Americans sat down to tune into the latest Saturday Night Live episode, TikTok quietly went offline, pulling the plug on U.S. users despite reassurances from the Biden administration that it wouldn't be enforced until the new administration took office.

Though it felt like it for many, the world did not end, and SNL, for what it's worth, kept on peddling jokes as the country mourned the app's loss.

SEE ALSO: TikTok banned: Why you’re seeing a pop-up when you open the app

Cast member Michael Longfellow and Weekend Update host Michael Che dug into why it was so upsetting, debating the heightened emotional response, because, lest we forget, we didn't even have it for that long.

What about the data and national security concerns regarding China, the Michaels wondered. Who cares, Longfellow argues. It teaches us things. It diagnosed my ADHD. It ruined my mental health and attention span, he opines, but at least there was something to do.

"I know I lived a life before TikTok. But that boy is dead."

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Sunrday, January 19, 2025:

AcrossWith 9-Across, Dick who starred in a Coldplay music video released on his 99th birthday in December 2024

• The answer is Van.

Turn away, as one's gaze

• The answer is Avert.

Seattle's Space Needle, for one

• The answer is Tower.

"Ah, gotcha"

• The answer is I see.

See 1-Across

• The answer is Dyke.

DownTank in a factory

• The answer is Vat.

Steer clear of

• The answer is Avoid.

Filled with the latest gossip

• The answer is Newsy.

Smell terrible

• The answer is Reek.

Stereotypically simple role in a school play

• The answer is Tree.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.

TikTok is set to be blocked in the U.S. after the Supreme Court upheld a law that effectively bans the app. TikTok, a Chinese-owned social media platform, has drawn scrutiny from lawmakers for its national security risks and its ties to China. Sapna Maheshwari, a business reporter for The New York Times, examines the security concerns and the reactions to the news.

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The Philadelphia Eagles and Los Angeles Rams have both lost in the Super Bowl in recent years, but could this be their year? The NFL Playoffs bring together the best of the best, but both sides will be confident of progressing into the next round.

Looking for the best way to watch Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams for free from anywhere in the world? We have all the information you need.

When is Eagles vs. Rams?

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams starts at 3 p.m. ET on Jan. 19. This fixture takes place at Lincoln Financial Field.

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The next round of the NFL Playoffs includes some huge matchups, but Buffalo Bills vs. Baltimore Ravens might be the best. We really can't call this one, and we can't wait to see Josh Allen battle it out with Lamar Jackson.

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The Chicago Bulls head to Moda Center to face the Portland Trail Blazers in a non-conference matchup. The Bulls are 18-23, which puts them in 10th place in the Eastern Conference. The Trail Blazers are 13-27, which puts them in 13th place in the Western Conference.

The Bulls have lost four of their last five games, including losing three consecutive games to the Atlanta Hawks, New Orleans Pelicans, and Sacramento Kings. The Blazers have also lost four of their last five games, and are also coming off three consecutive losses to the Brooklyn Nets, Miami Heat, and Dallas Mavericks.

When is Chicago Bulls vs. Portland Trail Blazers?

Chicago Bulls vs. Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA starts at 9 p.m. ET on Jan. 19. This game takes place at Moda Center in Portland.

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You need to choose a streaming service to watch the NBA without cable or satellite TV. We've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Bulls vs. Blazers basketball game.

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YouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and NBA TV.

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Sling TV suggests the streamer's Orange Plan for the game, which costs $20 for the first month and $40 monthly after that.

Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBA TV, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.

How to watch Bulls vs. Blazers from anywhere in the world

If you're traveling outside of the U.S. during this game, you might need to use a VPN to unblock this live stream. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server, meaning you can unblock live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Chicago Bulls vs. Portland Trail Blazers for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the U.S.

4. Sign in to your favorite streaming app

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to live streams of the NBA without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream Chicago Bulls vs. Portland Trail Blazers before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NBA?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream Chicago Bulls vs. Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA with ExpressVPN.