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TikTok coming off U.S. House cell phones amid multilayered legal battle
SUMMARY: TikTok will soon be banned from federal government-issued phones due to concerns over personal security and data privacy. Members of the U.S. House of Representatives are required to delete the app by Thursday. Amidst ongoing legal battles regarding its operations in the U.S., TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, faces legislative mandates to sell the app by January 2025 to continue operating. Additionally, content creators, including rapper Topher Townsend, have filed lawsuits against the U.S. government, claiming the ban infringes on their First Amendment rights. Recent accusations against TikTok include violations related to children‘s privacy laws, which the company denies.
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Mississippi teen murder suspect appears to fall asleep in court
SUMMARY: Carly Madison Gregg, a Mississippi teenager, is on trial for murdering her mother and attempting to kill her stepfather at 14. During the defense’s presentation, Gregg appeared to fall asleep in court amidst witness testimonies. The trial focuses on her mental state rather than the fact of the murder. Expert testimony indicated Gregg suffers from Bipolar II Disorder, and her medication changes might have affected her mental stability. However, conflicting evidence from home security footage suggests she was calm after the incident. Gregg will not testify, and the trial continues with intensifying arguments from both sides.
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Online passport renewal now available in U.S.
SUMMARY: Mississippians can now renew their passports online, a process launched by the Department of State on September 18. This digital system allows adults to renew their 10-year passports that have expired within the last five years or are expiring soon, eliminating the need for paper applications. By visiting travel.state.gov, applicants complete a short questionnaire and pay online, with new passports mailed directly to them. The Department estimates that up to 5 million Americans could benefit from this service, which currently has a processing time of six to eight weeks, enhancing overall convenience for travelers.
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Mississippi Department of Public Safety rolling out new breath alcohol testers statewide
SUMMARY: Mississippi has launched a new initiative to combat drinking and driving by introducing the Intoxilyzer 9000 breath alcohol testers statewide. Commissioner Sean Tindell emphasized the device’s superior accuracy and interferent detection capabilities. This new machine replaces the outdated Intoxilyzer 8000, which has been in use for over 20 years. Training sessions for law enforcement are underway, and currently, 82 units are ready for distribution, with 150 more expected soon. Mississippi Forensics Laboratory Director Mary Jones Dukes expressed gratitude for the support received during this project aimed at enhancing public safety amidst evolving technology.
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