QtrendsLA mayor race narrows as progressive Nithya Raman defeats Spencer Pratt. Xi and Kim pledge closer China-North Korea ties during two-day meeting. Iran halts offensive operations against Israel after exchanging fire, as both sides de-escalate following Trump's call for restraint. Trump warns Netanyahu against further attacks on Iran, creating friction with Israel's leadership. A 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines has killed at least 37 and displaced 20,000 people.
Reality TV star Spencer Pratt has been eliminated from the Los Angeles mayoral race as progressive candidate Nithya Raman secures her spot in the runoff. Raman, a city councilmember, defeated Pratt and will advance to the general election. The race has drawn national attention due to Pratt's celebrity status and Raman's progressive policy platform.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have pledged to strengthen bilateral ties during a two-day meeting. Both leaders expressed hopes for greater cooperation between their nations, with Xi and Kim vowing to open a new chapter in relations. The summit signals a potential tilt towards Beijing in North Korea's foreign policy alignment.
Iran's military has announced it is halting offensive operations against Israel after the two nations exchanged fire. Israel has also ceased its strikes on Iran, following calls from former President Trump for a halt to hostilities. The de-escalation comes amid reports of progress toward potential nuclear talks between the US and Iran. Trump claimed progress in negotiations while urging restraint from both sides.
Tensions are mounting between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu over how to handle Iran. Trump has warned Netanyahu that Israel would be on its own if attacks on Iran continue, while the former president also told the BBC that Netanyahu did not defy him. The exchange highlights growing friction between the two allies over the direction of the conflict with Iran.
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake has struck the Philippines, killing at least 37 people and injuring many more. The quake caused widespread damage, collapsing buildings and triggering landslides and a tsunami warning. At least 20,000 residents have been displaced as rescue and recovery operations continue.