U.S. officials have long feared that the widely popular short-form video app could be used as a vehicle for espionage. Source
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Expert on California fires mental health toll
Many Americans reeling from the wildfires that devastated parts of the Los Angeles area may have to cope with mental health burdens from the disaster. Dr. David Eisenman, a professor at the University of California, Los Angeles, joins CBS News with advice. Source
New dangerous concerns in California as wildfires continue raging
Some Los Angeles area homes are suffering from landslides as the water supply compromises some residential foundations in California. This comes as more concerns emerge over toxic chemicals, and as firefighters continue battling the wildfires. CBS News’ Andres Gutierrez reports, Rob Marciano has more on the fresh threats to Californians, and John Elliott has the latest weather forecast. Source
Why Trump moved his inauguration indoors
President-elect Donald Trump’s 2024 inauguration will be held indoors as a polar vortex threatens the U.S. with frigid temperatures. CBS News’ Aaron Navarro reports after a busy week for his Cabinet picks on Capitol Hill. Source
FAA orders investigation into SpaceX Starship failure
A fire in the aft section of SpaceX’s Starship trigged the apparent explosion that destroyed the spacecraft, the company says. Source
TikTok CEO’s message for Trump after Supreme Court ban ruling
TikTok CEO Shou Chew is praising President-elect Donald Trump’s apparent willingness to help the social media app after the Supreme Court upheld the ban passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden. CBS News’ Catherine Cole has more. Source
Do you need an appraisal for a home equity loan?
Considering applying for a home equity loan now? Here’s what role an appraisal will play in the process. Source
Trump inauguration moved inside the Capitol due to freezing temperatures
President-elect Donald Trump said his inauguration will take place in the Capitol Rotunda due to dangerously low temperatures. Source
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Israel’s security cabinet recommends approving hostage and ceasefire deal with Hamas; How a design concept may help save homes from wildfires. Source
Lawmakers react to Supreme Court upholding TikTok nan
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are reacting to the news of the Supreme Court upholding the TikTok ban signed into law by President Biden. CBS News’ Catherine Cole breaks down what could happen next for the popular social media app. Source