IJR News

Dolly Parton’s Brother Coy Denver Parton Dies

Coy Denver Parton, Dolly Parton’s elder brother, died on July 23, 2026 at age 82 in Sevierville, Tennessee; his obituary notes he was a crane operator who built bridges, a homestead farmer, and an avid hunter, and he is survived by his daughters Chris and Jennifer, a grandson Ian, his fiancée Taylor York, and several siblings. Funeral services are private and the cause of death has not been disclosed.

Dolly Parton Stella Parton

Jul 27, 2026

Basketball

Tyla's A*POP set for release, fans await

Tyla’s sophomore album A*POP arrives tonight with 14 tracks and a rollout built on intimate listening sessions, continuing her chart-successful run with singles like Chanel, She Did It Again, and Is It Love. The project expands her sound with collaborations from MaWhoo and Babalwa M, and she frames A*POP as a more personal, boundary-pushing statement releasing around late July, marking a maturation beyond a single African-artist label.

Jul 27, 2026

Netanyahu ICC Warrant Sparks NYC Controversy

London Mayor Sadiq Khan says Benjamin Netanyahu is not welcome in London and would press the UK government to enforce the ICC arrest warrant, arguing that Netanyahu is responsible for genocide in Gaza. The remarks follow ICC warrants for Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant and have elicited mixed reactions from Jewish groups, Israeli officials, and supporters who see it as accountability under international law.

Benjamin Netanyahu Zohran Mamdani

Jul 27, 2026

Basketball

LeBron Signs with 76ers on Two-Year Deal

LeBron James’ new contract with the Philadelphia 76ers around $4 million for 2026-27 sits in stark contrast to several college football stars whose NIL valuations top that figure, underscoring the widening gap between professional salaries and NIL-era earnings. The debate centers on players like Dante Moore and Trinidad Chambliss, whose NIL values reach about $5 million or more, highlighting how college programs and NIL deals can outpace even once-dominant NBA salaries in certain years.

LeBron James

Jul 27, 2026

Football

Jordan Devey, Super Bowl Champ, Dies by Suicide

Former NFL guard Jordan Devey, who played for the Ravens, Patriots, Chiefs, Raiders and Bills, died at 38 after his wife said he took his own life, with a GoFundMe set up to ease the family’s financial burdens as they navigate loss and four children. He had recently been named the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for Eagle High School in Idaho.

Jordan Devey

Jul 27, 2026

NFL

Broncos place Turner on NFI, Gargiulo on PUP

The Denver Broncos designated guard Nick Gargiulo to the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list and linebacker Jordan Turner to the Active/Non-Football Injury list ahead of training camp, with both players unavailable for early practices as they rehab or recover. Turner, who appeared in seven games in 2025, is in a roster-competition landscape behind starters Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad, while Gargiulo is aiming to return and push for a spot after a knee injury and a missed 2025 season.

Nick Gargiulo Red Murdock

Jul 27, 2026

Canadian NATO intern arrested in Belgium after raids

A Canadian woman of Chinese origin who interned at NATO’s SHAPE site in Mons, Belgium, was arrested on spying charges for allegedly spying on behalf of a third country and being part of a criminal organization, with the suspect’s name not disclosed. Investigations are ongoing, with officials noting potential implications for national security, intellectual property protection, and investor sentiment across related sectors.

Belgium Canadians

Jul 27, 2026

WHCA Dinner Moves to Waldorf; Honors Staff

The White House Correspondents’ Association will honor Secret Service Officer Victor Gonzales and Washington Hilton staff with the President’s Award for Exceptional Service for their roles in stopping an armed gunman who disrupted the April White House Correspondents’ Dinner, with the rescheduled dinner set for Friday. Gonzales ran toward the threat, was struck in his vest but helped prevent the gunman from advancing, while Hilton staff preserved meals and aided guests after the interruption.

Donald Trump The New York Times

Jul 27, 2026

Comic-Con Showcases Global Cosplay Amid Heat

San Diego Comic-Con showcases cosplayers who invest months and about $400 on outfits like Toothless, blending theater, music, and dance to bring characters to life. Attendees stress confidence and heat management, while on-site repair volunteers like Bryan Mero provide free, essential costume fixes to keep the creativity flowing.

San Diego Comic-Con International How to Train Your Dragon

Jul 26, 2026

Basketball

Harrison Ingram signs with Utah Jazz

Harrison Ingram, who spent two seasons with the Spurs on two-way deals, has signed with the Utah Jazz as a free agent with undisclosed terms, likely an Exhibit 10 or two-way contract. The 6-foot-5 forward, who was the 48th pick in the 2024 draft and starred in the G League with Austin, will presumably split time with Utah and its G League affiliate.

Harrison Ingram

Jul 26, 2026

Academia

ACLU honors Springsteen, Kaepernick at Washington event

Bruce Springsteen and Colin Kaepernick were honored with the ACLU’s Ralph Ellison Award for Defenders of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties at the ACLU Biennial Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., with Springsteen using the moment to praise everyday Americans and defend democratic principles while performing “Streets of Minneapolis.” The event underscored Springsteen’s ongoing advocacy for civil liberties and his credit to those who work to protect neighbors’ rights.

Bruce Springsteen Colin Kaepernick

Jul 26, 2026

Columbus Blue Jackets

Blue Jackets nears Kirill Marchenko trade, Canadiens among teams

Columbus is reportedly close to trading Kirill Marchenko, with terms being negotiated as the winger sits between two teams in a move that would send a top-six scorer who tallied 27 goals and 40 assists last season, while entering the final year of his contract. The Montreal Canadiens loom as a primary suitor among several others, including the Rangers, Penguins, Panthers, Oilers and Leafs, as discussions accelerate despite earlier assurances he would remain with the Blue Jackets.

Don Waddell Kirill Marchenko

Jul 26, 2026

Ipswich Town sign Maeda from Celtic £10m

Ipswich Town have signed Japan forward Daizen Maeda from Celtic on a three-year deal for about £10 million, making him the club’s seventh signing of the summer window. The 28-year-old, who scored 79 goals in 212 Celtic appearances and helped win multiple trophies, arrives after a late-season scoring burst and World Cup participation with Japan.

Daizen Maeda

Jul 26, 2026

Vivienne Jolie-Pitt Seeks Jolie Surname Change

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s daughter Vivienne has filed to legally drop Pitt from her surname, with a November 2 hearing set, following siblings Zahara and Maddox who are also pursuing name changes and Shiloh who has already become Jolie. The moves reflect a broader trend among Jolie-Pitt children to distance themselves from Pitt’s name, often after publishing required public notices and completing court steps in California.

Angelina Jolie Brad Pitt

Jul 25, 2026

Football

Vokolek Retires After Neck Injury

Travis Vokolek, 28, announced his medical retirement from the NFL after a neck injury suffered in Week 6 of the 2025 season against the Indianapolis Colts, ending his Cardinals tenure. A former Ravens undrafted signee who played at Rutgers and Nebraska, he thanked teammates, coaches and his wife in his post, noting he gave everything to football over a three-year pro career.

Segun Olubi Travis Vokolek