IJR News

Hong Kong to Host 21-Economy APEC Finance Talks — 1dHong Kong will host the first APEC Finance Ministers’ Meeting there on October 20–21, with representatives from 21 economies discussing household-supporting fiscal policy, digital infrastructure financing, inclusive finance and financial talent. China’s finance minister, Lan Foan, is set to chair, and Taiwan’s finance minister is expected to attend.

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Burnham says Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote — 3dUK PM Andy Burnham said he was told Russia interfered in the 2016 Brexit vote, the first British prime minister to state that openly.

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Saudi, Iranian Ministers Discuss Regional Escalation — 2dSaudi and Iranian foreign ministers held their first reported call since Houthi attacks intensified; an Oct. 10 Riyadh airport strike killed 12 and injured 309.

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Polish security services meet following threat to PM and defence minister — 3d

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Tom Gallagher Authorities need to identify the source fast and show these attacks won't disrupt governance.

Ethiopia Approves New Cabinet, Names 62 State Ministers — 6dEthiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed named 62 state ministers across 22 ministries as he forms his government for a new five-year term. Key cabinet changes include Fitsum Assefa Adela as finance minister, Mohammed Edris as defense minister and former Ethio Telecom chief Frehiwot Tamiru as innovation and technology minister.

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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.

Cuba Denies Links to 90 Seized Biodiesel Shipments — 2dU.S. seized over 620,000 gallons of biodiesel worth nearly $3 million in 90 shipments; Cuba’s energy minister denies any contract with ENETEC.

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China sanctions Paraguay, Belize officials over Taiwan ties — 2dChina on Oct. 12, 2026, sanctioned Paraguay and Belize ministers with asset freezes and entry bans over Taiwan ties; both are among just 12 formal allies.

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Sweden’s Andersson Fails to Form Government — 1dSweden’s Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson again failed to form a government after her centre-left bloc’s narrow election win, as its parties remain divided over whether the Left Party should hold cabinet posts. Parliament is expected to vote on her candidacy, which she is likely to lose, after which speaker Andreas Norlén may ask caretaker Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to try to form a government.

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Marcus Bell Andersson needs to drop the Left Party demands if she wants any chance of leading a stable government.

Iran Oil Minister Paknejad Resigns Amid War With US — Oct 4, 2026State media: Paknejad resigned as Iran oil minister Oct 4, 2026; Pezeshkian named NIOC chief Bovard acting minister as US sanctions and war pressure mount.

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Sam Okafor This resignation likely signals deeper problems in managing Iran's oil output under wartime sanctions and attacks.

Drone Hits Sharjah Tanker; 22 Indians SafeWorld — 4dA drone struck Panama-flagged tanker MT GEM NO. 2 at Sharjah Anchorage on October 9; India's shipping minister said all 22 Indian crew were safe.

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Televangelist Jim Bakker Dies at 86Entertainment — 3dTelevangelist Jim Bakker, who died at 86, was remembered at a memorial service in Missouri by family and supporters as a pioneer of Christian television and a devoted minister. Bakker and his first wife, Tammy Faye, built the PTL television ministry, but his career was also marked by a fraud conviction and nearly five years in prison over misuse of ministry funds.

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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.

IMF Urges UK to Sustain Deficit Reduction — 2dThe IMF urged Britain to stay on its deficit-reduction path, warning that rising debt-service costs and pressure for higher defense and energy spending could strain public finances. Ahead of his first budget, Finance Minister John Healey is also calling on international partners to pursue credible borrowing plans and strengthen economic resilience.

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Burnham to Publish Manchester City Dealings After Criticism — 3dPrime Minister Andy Burnham says he will make public his dealings with Manchester City during his time as Greater Manchester mayor, including details of one significant meeting in 2021. The pledge follows criticism of his comments about the club’s owners after an independent commission found City breached Premier League financial rules; the club is appealing, and the process is ongoing.

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Houthi Attacks Kill 12 at Riyadh Airport — 5dPakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned Houthi attacks on airports in Riyadh and Abha that killed civilians and injured dozens, and urged the Houthis to stop. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia’s security under the Makkah defense pact, which links Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye in mutual defense.

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Modi to Meet Asian Games Medalists at Delhi Residence — 5dPrime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet India’s Asian Games medallists, including the men’s cricket team, on October 15 to recognize the contingent’s performance. India finished fourth overall with 85 medals, while its men’s cricket team retained gold by defeating Pakistan in the final.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

First female prime minister of Morocco — Sep 29, 2026

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G20 Trade Ministers Meet as Tariffs and Tensions Loom — Sep 30, 2026

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UK prime minister hints at rejoining EU after Brexit — Sep 30, 2026

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Three Polish School Attacks Leave One Dead — 4dThree attacks at Polish schools in four days left one woman dead and several people injured, prompting authorities to check about 64,000 schools and detain 117 people over weapons or threats. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the attacks appeared to be spontaneous and warned that online glorification of violence may fuel copycat incidents; he also noted that some detainees were active in far-right circles.

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Israeli Minister Calls for West Bank War — Sep 27, 2026On September 27, 2026, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for war in the West Bank 'to do there what we did in Gaza' and to dismantle the Palestinian Authority.

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Rachel Meyers Dismantling the Palestinian Authority now would create chaos that benefits militants on both sides rather than bringing stability.

Bono likens Israeli minister Ben-Gvir's Gaza remarks to Himmler's — Sep 29, 2026

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North Korea Sends Vice Ministers to Vietnam and UN Assembly — Sep 22, 2026North Korea is sending a vice foreign minister to the U.N. for the first minister-level appearance in six years, and a vice defense minister to Vietnam.

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Norway Plans Temporary Restrictions on AI Glasses in Parks and Schools — Oct 5, 2026On Oct. 5, 2026, Norway planned temporary AI-glasses limits in parks, schools and gyms; minister Torgeir Micaelsen warned of filming without people's knowledge.

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Rachel Meyers Norway's move to limit AI glasses in schools and parks is a smart step to protect people's privacy from secret recordings.

France to seek more Ebola funding for Congo after 4,000 deaths — Oct 3, 2026French Foreign Minister Barrot visited Bunia and said France will seek more Ebola funding after DRC figures topped 4,000 deaths among over 8,300 cases.

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Nicole Hardy With 4000 deaths already it's right for France to push for more funding to stop the spread in Congo.