IJR News — today's news from every sideIJREXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItSimon August · 4 min · 15h
Sam Okafor Signing that Marine flag was a nice moment, good to see these stories get some attention beyond the box score. 9/11 Responders, Volunteers Reflect on Lasting ImpactWorld — Sep 8, 2026The 25th anniversary of 9/11 prompts frontline responders and volunteers to share enduring memories of the attack, with Lorna MacIntire describing years of PTSD and limited public recall, and Tito Rodriguez recounting near-miss moments and the long-term impact on his career. The collection of profiles—from a NYC paramedic, a Tri-Hospital EMS medic, a Hazlet firefighter-turned-EMS professional, and Alaska Red Cross volunteers—highlights the immediate heroism, ongoing trauma, and the broad, lasting effort to support victims’ families and communities across New York, New Jersey, and beyond.
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On X · @elonmuskElon Musk Says X Hitting All-Time Record UsageElon Musk's post claiming all-time record usage on X, quoting Paul Graham, generated mostly supportive reactions (75-85% agreeing) with limited skepticism focused on bots. Early engagement shows strong pro-Musk sentiment from followers and aligned accounts, rebutting 'X is dying' narratives.524 likes · 50m 
