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Facebook was ransacked by the US, even though it had paid Rp. 77 trillion in cash

Facebook was ransacked by the US, even though it had paid Rp. 77 trillion in cash Photo: Facebook (REUTERS/Dado Ruvic)  - United States (US) authorities plan to reopen the Meta privacy case. In fact, Facebook's parent company was fined US$5 billion or Rp. 77 trillion in a previous decision.  In a US appeals court decision, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) could reopen an investigation into Facebook's privacy practices, quoted by Reuters, Friday (15/3/2024).  The court supported the FTC's concerns about privacy issues that could impact the public interest. Meta is said to have the opportunity to challenge any final action taken by the FTC.  The FTC declined to comment on the new ruling. Meanwhile, Meta said the FTC cannot rewrite court settlements by parties.  The new decision, called Meta, will have an impact on Meta's operations. From restricting new product development, overseeing corporate governance, and disrupting the ability to serve users and advert

Prince Harry talks about the possibility of becoming a US

Prince Harry talks about the possibility of becoming a US citizen after 4 years of living in America Prince Harry has considered obtaining US citizenship after 4 years living in America. However, that is not his priority at the moment. Photo/Rolling Stone AMERICA - Prince Harry has considered obtaining US citizenship after 4 years living in America. However, that is not his priority at the moment.  Harry and his wife Meghan Markle gave up their official duties as members of the workforce to start a new life in the former actress' native California. The 39-year-old prince admitted he had considered applying for legal recognition in his country.  "It's amazing. I love every day," said Harry on Good Morning America when asked about life in the US as reported by Aceshowbiz, Saturday (17/2/2024).  Photo/Aceshowbiz When asked if he felt American, the son of King Charles III and Lady Diana laughed.  "Do I feel like an American? Um, no. I

US Begs for Help Against Yemen's Houthis, This is Australia's Answer

US Begs for Help Against Yemen's Houthis, This is Australia's Answer THE UNITED STATES (US) has asked Australia to join a Washington-led maritime task force in the Red Sea to repel the Yemeni-origin Houthi group targeting Israeli ships, according to local media on Thursday (14/12).  Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles said Canberra was considering Washington's request but the focus was on naval efforts closer to home, local media ABC News reported.  "I want to emphasize the focus of our efforts is on the immediate area and the deployment of a regional presence that we have carried out together over the last few months," Marles was quoted as saying by the television station.  Location of the Norwegian tanker that was attacked by Yemen's Houthis in the Red Sea. (Source: AFP) Last week, the US Department of Defense, the Pentagon, said it was ready to help set up a maritime task force to protect merchant ships in the Red Sea f

US Warns of Danger of China's Plan to Dominate Information

US Warns of Danger of China's Plan to Dominate Information China responded by asking the US to look in the mirror China has reportedly poured billions of dollars into an effort to dominate and regulate global information. The United States (US) government is concerned that China is taking advantage of its ability to control global information.  This was written in a report released by the Global Engagement Center of the US Department of State on Thursday (28/9/2023). The agency accused the Chinese government of using a combination of tactics in an effort to control critical information.  1. The US is worried that China could influence economic and security policy United States flag (unsplash.com/Dave Sherrill) China is suspected of having the aim of building an information ecosystem according to its country's propaganda and interests.  "If left unchecked, China will reshape the world of global information, creating biases and misunderstandings that could even c

US Threatened to Close on October 1, Workers Not Paid

US Threatened to Close on October 1, Workers Not Paid US Threatened to Close. (Photo: Okezone.com) SPIRITUAL CHAT - The United States (US) is threatened with closing on October 1. The US Congress is also trying to thwart providing funds for the fiscal year which starts on Sunday.  The impact of the US shutdown will be felt around the world. There will be many workers temporarily furloughed from their positions on foreign policy and national security or ordered to work without pay.  A government shutdown could also damage the reputation of the United States (US) at a time when the Biden administration is trying to persuade many countries to side with the US over rival China and unite behind Ukraine as it battles Russia.  US embassies and consulates will remain open and passport and visa processing will continue as long as there are sufficient funds to cover operations. Business travel, speeches and other non-essential events will be limited.  Some foreign aid programs may al