IJR News — today's news from every sideSam Okafor Kaepernick is right that the anthem is tough to sing, but that has nothing to do with why we stand for it. Nicole Hardy Including O Canada might ease some of the ongoing tensions between the two countries. Sam Okafor Sport keeps colliding with politics in these situations. These women risked everything for a gesture most of us will never have to make. 
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 · 30mSSandra RhodesKim Kardashian Reveals Health StruggleReality star Kim Kardashian is dealing with a new health diagnosis. In a new trailer for "The Kardashians," Kardashian revealed she has esophagitis. This is an inflammation of the esophagus. Her father, Robert Kardashian Sr., died of esophageal cancer in 2003. He was 59. In the episode, Kardashian is on a hospital bed as someone off camera asks, "Didn’t your father ... isn’t it what he died of?" K10m
IJRItaly Scrambles Warships Toward Red Sea As Houthis Close In On Global Shipping ChokepointFrancis Kapper · 6 min · 17h
On X · @charles_wattsArsenal Journalist Flags Potential Club Record as Gunners Visit BrightonArsenal journalist Charles Watts highlights the chance for Arsenal to become the first team since 1903 to win their first eight games of a season. The post and related reactions are overwhelmingly positive or neutral within Arsenal fan circles, with strong support for the record narrative and no meaningful opposition.340 likes · 59m
