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• [New] Trump's approval rating could fluctuate in the coming weeks, depending on the outcome of key events, particularly how demonstrations against ICE actions unfold in Los Angeles and other major cities. Newsweek
• Immigration protests in Los Angeles and President Trump's military response are dominating the news cycle, but it's Trump's threat to decimate California's federal funding that has education experts worried. UCLA Center X
• Rocket Doctor will leverage the program to build partnerships and drive more patient bookings, particularly in Los Angeles and similar high-need regions across Southern California. The Manila Times
• For the first time in Olympic history, electric air taxis will be used to transport fans, VIPs, and support personnel during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. NRIPage
• The SmartLA 2028 plan is an effort to make Los Angeles a smarter city by using technology and data to improve services, cut down car use, and encourage green practices. Citiesabc the digital Magna Carta social impact platfor
• The Port of Los Angeles is projecting a significant decline in cargo volumes, with inbound shipments expected to drop 35% next week compared to last year as major American retailers halt shipments from China in response to unprecedented tariff increases from the Trump Administration. The Honest Sorcerer
• The identity verification technology will now be available in six cities - Atlanta, Austin, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, and San Francisco. Daily Mail
• The Baltimore region is one of only a few cities hosting a SelectUSA spin-off in 2025, joining big cities like Phoenix, Los Angeles, and Miami in showcasing its economic potential to global investors. WMAR 2 News Baltimore
• American Airlines has launched a new trial that could eliminate the need for international travelers to re-check luggage at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Corporate Travel Management
• While Waymo is already operating a commercial autonomous taxi service in Phoenix, Arizona, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, Tesla promises to launch their Robotaxi in 2026. RouteGenie
• Shipping data from the Port of Los Angeles is expected to show a decrease in import volumes of 35% over a two-week period. Watson French Wealth Management
• In 2026, Archer says it will expand air taxi services to several other cities and countries, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, South Korea, and India. TechCrunch
• The number of inbound container ships to the Port of Los Angeles will see a sharp drop in May, with escalating trade disruptions leading to a 15% -20% decrease in U.S. container imports from Asia in the coming weeks. CNBC
• A decline of just 1% in cargo to the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach would wipe away 2,769 jobs and endanger as many as 4,000 others, one study found. Los Angeles Times
• The Port of Los Angeles, despite posting strong first-quarter numbers in 2025, is preparing for a significant downturn in cargo volumes as new tariffs threaten to reshape global maritime trade patterns. gCaptain
• Imagine a future where drone taxis alleviate traffic congestion in cities like Los Angeles or New York City. archyde
• Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York City continue to be the top cities for estate lawyers, providing lucrative opportunities due to their high-net-worth populations and ongoing demand for sophisticated legal services in wealth transfer and planning. Law Shucks
• Toxic fumes from smouldering materials continue to pose health risks in Los Angeles as wildfires subside, with environmental groups calling for stronger fire prevention measures. Craft.co
• Census tracts in New York City, Miami (Florida), Los Angeles (California), and Houston (Texas) contain the largest populations at risk to all types of flooding (coastal, pluvial, and fluvial). Nature
• Port of Los Angeles, for instance, expects a 10% decline in volume in the second half of 2025, reinforcing expectations of lower demand and freight rate stagnation. Cyprus Shipping News
• Geographic Spread: Outages hit major U.S. cities (New York, Los Angeles) hardest, with significant disruptions in the U.K., India, and Europe. GeeksforGeeks
• By adopting fire-resistant materials such as concrete, metal, and specially treated wood, Los Angeles can significantly reduce the vulnerability of its infrastructure. Selling More Real Estate
• Wildfire-related VOC levels often correlate with the scale of building destruction, underscoring the growing threat that future wildfires pose to water safety, especially in areas such as Los Angeles. ScienceDaily

Last updated: 25 June 2025