IJR News — today's news from every side
block
verse
w
o
rdys
billionaire
.ai
your
list
Whiteboard
App
quizie
un
school
New Journal
Loading
Genius — OpenServe
News
Home
Popular
Elections
Genius — OpenServe
Trending
Businesses announce new hires, leadership appointments
Business
— 4d
Insurance firms announced several leadership changes, including new underwriting, operations, broking and chief executive appointments at Zurich UK, Insurely, Markerstudy, Jensten Group and Seventeen Group. Avison Young also appointed Winters Heafey vice president in its Denver-based Hospitality Group.
+11
0
Share
Seedorf takes Corinthians job amid relegation fight
x/clarence-seedorf
— 2d
Corinthians appointed Clarence Seedorf head coach through December 2027, sitting 16th on 32 points—one place above relegation after seven straight losses.
+15
0
Share
Evers appoints River Falls student UW regent
x/tony-evers
— 4d
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers appointed UW-River Falls elementary education student Delani Dow to a two-year term as the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents’ nontraditional student representative. Dow, who is interested in special education and advocates for students with disabilities, succeeds Desmond Adongo.
+3
0
Share
Chervon Names Three North American Executives
Business
— 1d
Chervon announced three leadership appointments effective Oct. 12: Charlie Harte will lead field sales and recruiting in Canada, Randy Durkan will become vice president of North American supply chain, and Thomas G. Kentouris will serve as vice president of field sales. The hires bring extensive sales, recruiting and supply-chain experience in power tools and outdoor power equipment as Chervon seeks to strengthen its teams and growth.
+14
0
Share
IJR
Americans’ Trust In Health Info From Federal Gov’t Has Declined, New Poll Finds
Ireland Owens · 2 min · 1h
Cornell Defendant Seeks AG James’ Removal From Probe
x/letitita-james
— 4d
Gillio Lopes, one of the Cornell 7, filed an Article 78 petition Wednesday to remove AG Letitia James as special prosecutor, citing her pre-appointment post that the complainant's ordeal was horrific.
+14
0
Share
AP Top 25 College Football Teams
Ranking
College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
Share
Musk and Luckey Named to Lead Pentagon Future Warfare Study
x/elon-musk
— Oct 4, 2026
Elon Musk’s appointment to co-lead the Pentagon’s Project Meridian has renewed conflict-of-interest concerns because SpaceX and his other companies hold substantial government contracts and could benefit from decisions shaped by the study. Markets have responded positively to the appointment, but some investors warn that renewed government involvement could also bring reputational and stock risks for Musk’s companies.
+4
0
Share
Phoenix Names Interim CFO for Westblom Departure
Finance
— 3d
Phoenix Education Partners CFO Blair Westblom will leave effective Oct. 10 in a mutual separation the company said was unrelated to financial reporting or internal-control concerns. The board appointed corporate development chief Michael Cochran interim CFO; Westblom’s exit package includes more than $1.1 million in cash severance, her fiscal 2026 bonus and equity benefits.
+3
0
Share
Judge Reinstates Trump-Fired Seattle Prosecutor
x/donald-john-trump
— Oct 1, 2026
A federal judge reinstated Roger Rogoff as U.S. attorney for Washington’s Western District, ruling that President Donald Trump could not unilaterally fire a prosecutor appointed by district judges. The Justice Department plans to appeal as the broader dispute over presidential authority and judicial appointments continues.
+21
0
Share
Communities Plan Free Flu Shot Clinics Across Virginia, New York
Health
— 4d
Hospitals, public-health officials and pharmacies are offering drive-through or walk-in flu-shot clinics in Virginia, New York, Illinois and Hawaii, with some events providing free vaccines and requiring no appointment. Eligibility and requirements vary: clinics include adult-only and age-3-and-up options, and some ask participants to bring insurance information or identification.
+6
0
Share
The Conservative Desk
Fatal Goliath ejection tests safety duty and rule of law
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, died after ejection from Six Flags Over Georgia’s Goliath on Columbus Day. Witnesses describe the fall as police and state investigators seek the cause.
16m · 1 reads
Share
Secretary Rubio Describes Passport System Without Forms or Appointments
x/marco-rubio
— Sep 29, 2026
Secretary Rubio describes a passport application system without printed forms, drugstore photos, appointments, lines or paid middlemen. The clip is spreading for its focus on direct access to a basic government service. @StateDept
0
Share
Build-A-Bear Plans Largest Workshop in Orlando
Business
— Oct 5, 2026
Build-A-Bear plans to open its largest location, a three-story store at Orlando’s ICON Park, in November. It will feature an appointment-only Design Studio where guests can create custom plush toys, plus a Bakeshop and expanded personalization options.
+10
0
Share
Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From 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.
Share
Lightwave Logic appoints telecom executive Kennedy to expanded board
x/tellabs
— Sep 29, 2026
Lightwave Logic appointed telecom and networking veteran Edward H. Kennedy to its board, expanding it to seven members. The company said his public-company leadership and experience with strategic transformations and acquisitions will support its commercial strategy for electro-optic polymers targeting telecom, data centers and AI infrastructure.
+4
0
Share
Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Removal of Court-Appointed Prosecutor
x/donald-john-trump
— Oct 2, 2026
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to reinstate Roger Rogoff as the U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington, setting up another legal battle over the… — by Andrew Powell
+2
3
Share
Nicole Hardy
This reinstatement keeps the current prosecutor in place for now. It could affect ongoing cases in that district.
Arkansas State Names McLean Permanent Provost
Politics
— Oct 4, 2026
Arkansas State University has permanently appointed Dr. William McLean as provost and executive vice chancellor after he served in the role on an interim basis since July. A longtime A-State faculty member and administrator, McLean is an alumnus who has spent more than two decades at the university.
+4
0
Share
IJR
Mexican Border State Pushes False Image of Safety as Cartels Continue to Operate with Impunity
Ildefonso Ortiz and Brandon Darby · 4 min · 4h
Employers Seek Healthcare Workers Across US Cities
Health
— Oct 5, 2026
Healthcare employers are adding leadership and recruiting talent while offering clinical and support roles across multiple locations, including local nursing, rehabilitation, veterinary and travel positions. Forum Health named Elizabeth Campbell chief financial and development officer, while CRISP appointed David Hale general counsel.
+5
0
Share
Jim Carrey vs Adam Sandler
Yourlist
— VS Battle
Rubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.
Share
Trump Says He Regrets Appointing Gorsuch Kavanaugh and Barrett
x/donald-john-trump
— Oct 1, 2026
President Donald Trump is not a fan of Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett — all three of his Supreme Court justice appointees. He said they have voted against him… — by Sandra Rhodes
+2
3
Share
Sam Okafor
This just proves how risky it is for any president to pick judges expecting them to stay on his side.
Rays plan 2027 center previewing $2.3B Tampa stadium
Sports
— Oct 6, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays plan to open a nearly 15,000-square-foot experience center in Westshore in early 2027, giving fans an interactive preview of the team’s planned 2029 ballpark and surrounding district. The center will include public exhibits and activities, while appointment-only areas will showcase seating and premium offerings to prospective ticket buyers and business partners.
+6
0
Share
JPMorgan Hires Sweeney, Adds 1,000 Bankers Globally
x/michael-flynn
— Oct 6, 2026
JPMorgan Chase has appointed former Goldman Sachs and Sycamore executive Rob Sweeney as a global chair of investment banking, where he will advise major clients—particularly in consumer and retail—and support key relationships and security initiatives. The hire is part of a broader expansion as the bank competes for business in a recovering deal market, following a 30% year-over-year rise in second-quarter investment banking fees.
+4
0
Share
Naples Airport Board Faces First Election
x/jason-desmond-anthony-brooke
— Oct 5, 2026
Naples 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.
+4
0
Share
Daily Caller News Foundation
America’s Housing Market Shows Cracks As Foreclosures Rise And Buyers Retreat
America's housing market was showing growing signs of distress as home sales plunged toward decade-old lows, foreclosures climbed and soaring mortgage rates squeezed buyers and homeowners alike.
1h · 7 reads
Share
Nscale Names Meta Veteran COO Ahead of IPO
x/aileen-osofsky
— Oct 2, 2026
Nscale has appointed former Meta executive Justin Osofsky as COO to oversee global operations as the AI infrastructure company scales its data-center business. The hire comes as Nscale prepares for a New York IPO, reportedly seeking to raise up to $3 billion.
+4
0
Share
Kennedy Appoints Eight to Revive Preventive Services Panel
x/robert-f-kennedy-jr
— Sep 17, 2026
Kennedy appointed eight new USPSTF members on Sept. 17, 2026, naming Seth Corey chair after May firings and more than a year without meetings.
+4
+2
1
Share
Nicole Hardy
It's about time they filled those spots and got the panel working again after the long shutdown.
Christa Pike Critical After Failed Tennessee Execution
x/dolly-parton
— Oct 1, 2026
A failed lethal-injection attempt left Tennessee death-row inmate Christa Pike in critical condition, prompting the governor to order an independent review. Elsewhere, New York appointed a special prosecutor for a Cornell fraternity assault investigation, and a judge rejected a defense motion in the Lindsay Clancy case.
+6
0
Share
NextBoat Names Ross Tannenbaum CEO to Lead Profitability Push
x/brian-john
— Sep 29, 2026
NextBoat appointed former Fanatics executive Ross Tannenbaum as CEO, succeeding Brian John, who will remain on the board. The company says the leadership change marks a push to improve profitability, expand nationally and scale its technology-enabled marine marketplace.
+5
0
Share
Secore to Become Surf Air Mobility CFO
x/secore
— Sep 28, 2026
Surf Air Mobility appointed Jason Secore, formerly CFO of Matternet, as its CFO effective September 30, 2026; he will also take over as principal financial and accounting officer. Outgoing CFO Oliver Reeves will advise the company and its board through September 2027.
+4
+3
1
Share
Priya Raman
Secore brings solid drone finance experience that could strengthen Surf Air's path to scaling electric flights.
IJR
Tanker Data Shows Millions Fewer Barrels A Day Crossing Hormuz Than Energy Secretary Says
Simon August · 4 min · 18h
Load more