IJR News — today's news from every sideLiterary festivals draw authors to events in Wyoming, Georgia, Massachusetts and OntarioLifestyle — Oct 7, 2026Literary festivals across the U.S. and Canada are bringing authors and readers together this fall, with events in Lander, Decatur, Winchester and Uxbridge featuring readings, book fairs, school visits, author talks and signings. The programs range from Decatur’s 21st annual festival, which drew more than 80 authors, to Uxbridge’s multiweek festival featuring more than a dozen guests.
Five Concerts Scheduled Across Canada, UK, USEntertainment — Oct 5, 2026Upcoming benefit concerts will raise money for a Moose Jaw community center, Diabetes Canada, the Army Benevolent Fund and a Texas children’s cancer clinic, featuring local country acts, a Foreigner-and-Journey tribute, the Band of the Welsh Guards and the Eli Young Band. The events pair live music with support for community programs, people affected by diabetes, military families and children receiving cancer care. Derek Foss Uzbekistan will be tough to break down but South Korea looks strong enough to get the win. Rachel Meyers Atlanta's third quarter surge and forcing all those turnovers made the difference, Liberty will need to clean that up fast. Tom Gallagher Gold everywhere feels a bit much for an office setting, even if it's accurate to the real one. Rachel Meyers UBC needs to win that top spot matchup against Saskatchewan to keep their Canada West momentum going. 
