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Chinese officials are evaluating a potential option that involves billionaire Elon Musk acquiring the US operations of TikTok if the company fails to fend off a controversial ban on the short-video app, according to people familiar with the matter.

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North Korea fires missiles before Trump's return
SEOUL — North Korea fired several short-range missiles toward waters off its east coast on Tuesday, raising tensions in the region less than a week before United States president-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House.

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Nato Baltic leaders set to boost security after cable 'sabotage'
HELSINKI - North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato) countries on the Baltic Sea will look to boost security when they meet in Helsinki on Tuesday, following the suspected sabotage of undersea cables widely blamed on Russia.

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Nine charged over looting in LA fires: prosecutor
LOS ANGELES — Nine people have been charged in connection with looting in evacuation zones around huge fires burning in Los Angeles, the area's chief prosecutor said Monday.

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California governor spars with Musk over wildfire 'lies'
WASHINGTON — California Governor Gavin Newsom has accused tech billionaire Elon Musk of spreading "lies" about the state's response to deadly wildfires ravaging Los Angeles, escalating their online row over swirling misinformation.

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Japan FM in South Korea for talks before Trump takes office
SEOUL - Japan's foreign minister held talks in South Korea with top officials Monday as the Asian neighbours seek to strengthen ties before the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump.

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