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Trump to Address Nation as Iran Conflict Intensifies

President Donald Trump will deliver a prime-time address tonight at 6 p.m. PT as the escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran reaches a critical stage. The speech follows weeks of military action, rising tensions in the Persian Gulf and growing concern over global oil supply and gas prices that are already impacting Los Angeles. With no ceasefire in place and international pressure mounting, the address is expected to outline the administration’s next steps and signal whether de-escalation is on the horizon.

NASA’s Artemis II Sends Humans Back Toward the Moon

For the first time in more than 50 years, NASA is launching a crewed mission around the Moon. Artemis II will send four astronauts on a 10 day journey designed to test the Orion spacecraft, life support systems and deep space navigation ahead of a planned lunar landing later this decade. The mission marks a major step toward sustained human exploration beyond Earth and signals a new era of spaceflight.

Santa Monica Rolls Out Plan to Revive Struggling Promenade

Santa Monica is launching a sweeping effort to bring shoppers back to its struggling Third Street Promenade, where vacancies have climbed despite soaring home prices nearby. City leaders are cutting business fees, easing rules on outdoor dining, and expanding open container drinking zones in an effort to boost foot traffic and attract new investment. With safety concerns and shifting shopping habits reshaping the district, officials are betting that a mix of incentives and new experiences can help restore one of the city’s most iconic retail corridors.

Meta Scales Back PG-13 Labeling for Teen Accounts After MPA Pushback

Meta is backing off its use of the Motion Picture Association’s PG-13 rating for Instagram Teen Accounts after receiving a cease-and-desist over trademark use. The company will reduce references to the label and add disclaimers clarifying that its content policies are not affiliated with or endorsed by the MPA. While the branding is changing, Meta says its underlying rules for teen safety will remain the same, highlighting the ongoing challenge of adapting familiar standards to the complexities of social media.

Luigi Mangione Federal Trial Delayed to October

A federal judge has pushed back Luigi Mangione’s trial in the killing of a UnitedHealthcare CEO, moving jury selection to early October as his defense cited the strain of preparing for both federal and state cases at once. Mangione, who has pleaded not guilty, still faces a June start date for his state murder trial, creating a tight legal timeline. Prosecutors argued against the delay, but the court ultimately ruled the adjustment was necessary to ensure a fair trial.

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