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Cher reminds ‘haters’ that she can hold hands with anyone she wants

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Taiwan’s virtual beauty brand struggles on Wall Street debut | CNN Business

Hong Kong CNN Business  —  Taiwan’s latest entrant to Wall Street has had a rough ride…

Wall Street Journal: Meta is planning significant layoffs | CNN Business

CNN Business  —  Facebook-parent Meta is planning the first significant layoffs in its history as the…

Twitter could be a new wild card for the midterms | CNN Business

CNN Business  —  For years, Twitter has been a leader in countering misinformation and protecting elections.…

What early exit? China doubles down on zero-Covid pledge despite public frustration | CNN

Hong Kong CNN  —  China has reiterated its unswerving commitment to its longstanding zero-Covid policy, despite…

Apple expects iPhone 14 shipments to be hit by China’s Covid curbs | CNN Business

New Delhi CNN Business  —  Apple has said that shipments of its latest lineup of iPhones…

Twitter delays $8 ‘blue check’ verification plan until after the midterms | CNN Business

New York CNN Business  —  Twitter is delaying the rollout of account verifications for its paid…

Megan Thee Stallion, Alexis Ohanian respond to disses on Drake’s new album | CNN

CNN  —  Drake’s newest album includes jabs at multiple other artists and public figures – and…

Analysis: A new Netflix show keeps the memory of Blockbuster alive

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