There Is No TikTok in China, Only Douyin. Here’s What It Is.

There Is No TikTok in China, Only Douyin. Here’s What It Is.

ByteDance owns both TikTok and Douyin, and although TikTok has more users around the world, Douyin is the company’s cash cow and a China mainstay.
What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees

What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees

The Biden administration will require airlines to automatically refund fares when flights are canceled or delayed and to reveal more about extra fees before booking. Here’s what passengers can expect.
Bird Flu Is Infecting More Mammals. What Does That Mean for Us?

Bird Flu Is Infecting More Mammals. What Does That Mean for Us?

H5N1, an avian flu virus, has killed tens of thousands of marine mammals, and infiltrated American livestock for the first time. Scientists are working quickly to assess how it is evolving and how much of a risk it poses to humans.
China’s Pinduoduo Has Reshaped Discount Shopping

China’s Pinduoduo Has Reshaped Discount Shopping

Pinduoduo appeals to people seeking deals and “downgraded spending,” as consumer purchasing in China has slowed recently amid economic rockiness.