IJR News

World Bank targets fivefold minerals financing by 2030 — 19hWorld Bank sets $19 billion critical minerals financing target for fiscal 2026-2030—five times the prior period—and flags 20 partner countries, Banga says.

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Derek Foss Nineteen billion spread over five years and twenty nations feels thin if the goal is actual local factories and steady jobs.

Kentucky Basketball Great Cliff Hagan Dies at 94 — 20hCliff Hagan, a University of Kentucky basketball legend and Hall of Famer, has died at 94. A two-time All-American who helped lead Kentucky to the 1951 national championship, he later became a five-time NBA All-Star and served as the university’s athletics director from 1974 to 1989.

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Sarasota Deputy Shoots Suspect After He FiresWorld — 5dCasey King, 39, was shot multiple times by a Sarasota deputy after allegedly firing at deputies and faces five counts of attempted second-degree murder of a law enforcement officer.

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NYT Releases October 14 Wordle, Connections AnswersLifestyle — 4dThe October 14 New York Times Connections guide offers clues for grouping its 16 words, while the Wordle guide reveals PSYCH, a five-letter answer with no standard vowels. Both articles explain the games’ rules and flag misleading clues that could trip up players.

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Raconteurs Reunite at Jack White’s Nashville Show — 5dThe Raconteurs reunited for the first time since 2019 during the encore of Jack White’s Nashville concert, playing five songs. The reunion coincided with Third Man Records’ announcement of a 20th-anniversary edition of the band’s debut album, featuring demos, outtakes and a recording of its first concert.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Firms Seek Designers Across Five US LocationsBusiness — 5dSeveral organizations are hiring graphic design and creative professionals for roles spanning brand identity, campaigns, environmental graphics and marketing. Openings range from a part-time entry-level position and a student associate role to senior design and marketing leadership jobs.

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Creative jobs advertised across five US citiesBusiness — 5dCreative-sector openings are advertised across Denver, Austin, Raleigh, Detroit and Pensacola, spanning digital and product design, social media, journalism, theater and live-event production, interior design, and tattoo art. The listings range from senior leadership roles to part-time and hands-on positions, with requirements and benefits varying by employer.

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Lane Johnson Retirement Draws Backlash Over ESPN Remarks — Oct 6, 2026Philadelphia Eagles tackle Lane Johnson announced his retirement midway through his 14th NFL season, saying he needs to prioritize his mental health and family. A five-time All-Pro and two-time Super Bowl champion, Johnson spent his entire career with Philadelphia and is regarded as one of the greatest players at his position.

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Red Bulls host San Diego FC with both sides chasing playoffs — Oct 9, 2026New York Red Bulls host San Diego FC on Saturday with both clubs fighting to revive their playoff hopes: New York is eighth in the East and winless in four straight at home, while San Diego sits 12th in the West and has gone five games without a win. The clubs meet competitively for the first time during New York’s Noche Latina celebration.

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Publications Rank Five Songs Among All-Time Greats — Oct 8, 2026Several landmark songs continue to earn top honors: John Lennon’s “Imagine” and the Beatles’ “Yesterday” have been ranked among the greatest songs ever, while James Brown’s “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag” and Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone” are celebrated for their lasting musical impact. Boygenius’ “Not Strong Enough” has also joined classic collaborations on a list of the greatest supergroup songs.

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Five Films From Different Eras Make All-Time Greats Lists — Oct 2, 2026Several acclaimed films are receiving renewed attention in all-time rankings: Hell in the Pacific, E.T., School of Rock, Kramer vs. Kramer and Dead Poets Society. Their distinctions range from Spielberg naming E.T. his favorite of his own films to prominent critics’ and film organizations’ rankings for the other classics.

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Chris Dalton E.T. holds up as Spielberg's best because it captures childhood wonder without any modern effects crutches.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Chicago Woman Sues U.S. Over Border Patrol Shooting — Oct 5, 2026Marimar Martinez is suing the federal government over being shot five times by a Border Patrol agent in Chicago during Operation Midway Blitz, after assault charges against her were dropped. Her attorneys say a forensic reconstruction supports her account that she was driving away when the agent fired; federal officials had alleged she rammed agents, and Chicago police are investigating the shooting.

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Tribunal overturns Naomi Campbell’s five-year trustee ban — Oct 1, 2026A tribunal overturned Naomi Campbell’s five-year ban from serving as a charity trustee, finding that although serious financial misconduct occurred at her former charity, Fashion for Relief, another trustee concealed it from her. The ruling acknowledged Campbell’s responsibility for some administrative failures, while the Charity Commission said its original decision was based on the evidence available at the time.

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Sam Okafor Even with the concealment, Campbell should have caught those admin failures earlier instead of leaving everything unchecked.

Middle-Aged Chair-Stand Failure More Than Doubles Mortality RiskHealth — Oct 7, 2026Simple at-home checks—including standing from a chair five times, balancing on one leg, walking speed and stair climbing—can offer clues about strength, balance and cardiovascular fitness as people age. Research links poor performance, especially difficulty completing chair stands in middle age, with higher health risks, but the tests are indicators rather than a verdict; consult a clinician about concerns and build fitness gradually.

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Five Endangered Cheetah Cubs Thrive at Prague Zoo — Sep 25, 2026Five cheetah cubs born June 18 at Prague Zoo looked lively and healthy on Sept. 25 after birth-time storms and mother Daenerys’s August intestinal infection.

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Priya Raman The zoo staff clearly knew what they were doing once the infection hit. Hope the cubs stay healthy now that the worst is over.

Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Most drivers check tire pressure at the wrong time — Sep 27, 2026For any driver who wants even wear and solid grip; five minutes with a gauge keeps every tire at the sticker number.

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Elena Vasquez My dad drilled into me to match the door sticker exactly and I never had a blowout since. The timing part explains why so many still run low.

Naples Airport Board Faces First Election — Oct 5, 2026Naples voters and Collier County residents will elect the Naples Airport Authority’s five commissioners for the first time, replacing a system in which the Naples City Council appointed them. Seat 5 candidates include aviation business owners Keith West and Jason Brooke; Seat 4 candidates are attorney and aircraft owner John Goede and retired attorney and pilot Rick Mellon.

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China cuts lending rate, adds homebuyer subsidies — Sep 29, 2026China offers first-time buyers a 1-point annual mortgage interest subsidy for up to five years from Oct. 1, 2026, and cuts the PSL rate to 1.5% after 4.3% Q2 growth.

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Rachel Meyers Lowering the lending rate should ease mortgage costs, but subsidies might not fix oversupply in smaller cities.

Meta Unveils $1,299 High-End VR Glasses — Sep 24, 2026Meta set VR Glasses at $1,299 for spring 2027; at ~100g they are five times lighter than Quest 3 via a pocket puck. Zuckerberg also revealed a Muse Charm AI keychain.

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Marcus Bell bucks is steep but that 100 gram weight with a pocket puck could finally make VR wearable all day.

Taliban Seeks U.S. Return, Embassy Remains ClosedWorld — Sep 18, 2026Five years after the U.S. withdrawal from Kabul, the Taliban are seeking diplomatic engagement and an embassy, but Washington remains reluctant to recognize the government while regional powers including Turkey, Qatar and Pakistan push for talks amid security concerns like the TTP. At the same time, the regime is pursuing a UN-backed opium-ban effort that has dramatically reduced cultivation, a shift noted by UNODC, even as families of Afghanistan’s victims await justice five years on.

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Man Shot by ICE Agent in North Austin, Officials Say — Sep 20, 2026An ICE officer shot a man in north Austin on Sept. 20, 2026; Chief Lisa Davis said he was serious but stable after at least one shot. Council member Mike Siegel said the officer rammed the car and fired at least five times.

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Reader so what is the Problem? you live stupid you die stupid. if someone is here Illegally, they are CRIMINALS

Tree-Care Firms Expand Coverage Across Five RegionsEnvironment — Sep 22, 2026Tree-care companies are expanding services across Tennessee, California, Massachusetts, Texas and Maryland, offering seasonal pest assessments and treatment, hazardous-tree removal, pruning and broader arborist care. The announcements emphasize timely responses to local threats—including emerald ash borer, bark beetles, hemlock pests, drought and storm risks—and professional practices intended to protect tree health and property safety.

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Police In Germany Arrested Five Men Allegedly Plotting Attack At A Christmas Village — Dec 15, 2025Oh look — another alleged Islamist terror plot foiled just in time in Europe. This time, it’s Germany again, because apparently, lessons don’t stick over there. Five men — three Moroccan nationals, an Egyptian prayer…

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DEBBIE WUTHNOW: DOGE Is No Historical AnomalyOpinion — May 16, 2025Ever thought you’d be asked, “Please email me about five things you did last week?” Most of us wouldn’t have a hard time telling people what we accomplished in our work week… and hopefully, it’s more than five things…

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