IJR News — today's news from every sideMkhwanazi, Witness K Granted R5,000 BailPolitics — Jul 21, 2026Suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi and his co-accused, Witness K, were granted R5,000 bail each in connection with the alleged 2023 theft of precious stones worth about R15 million, with their cases adjourned to 25 August. The charges include conspiracy to commit robbery, robbery with aggravating circumstances and fraud, and Witness K also testified at the Madlanga Commission about the planning of the heist, while Mkhwanazi faces other unrelated legal matters.
K. P. Smith Plans July 14 Novel Release — Jul 24, 2026Award-winning author K. P. Smith, recognized by the International Impact Book Awards in three categories, announces a new Christian supernatural thriller set for release on July 14, blending spiritual warfare, suspense, and faith-driven storytelling for a broad audience across Christian, supernatural, and biblical fiction. The books’ cross-genre appeal is highlighted as Smith weaves together elements of Christian fiction, supernatural themes, and biblical storytelling to engage readers seeking both edge and inspiration.
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Lee Jae Myung to visit France for Lumière Summit and broader talks with Macron — Sep 4, 2026South Korea’s presidents, Lee Jae Myung and Yoon Suk Yeol, will travel to France from September 6 to 9 to co-chair the Lumière Summit with President Macron and engage in a series of bilateral and multilateral events aimed at expanding K-content and European partnerships across film, AI, space, biotech, and other advanced industries. The trips are pitched as steps to deepen Korea–France strategic ties and broaden Korea’s diplomacy with Europe, including high-level meetings, business roundtables, and state‑level ceremonies.
Chris Dalton K-content plus AI and biotech partnerships with France sounds promising, curious what actually comes out of the roundtables.Rachel Meyers % revenue growth but margins shrinking is not a great combo, beat on EPS feels thin when the top line is basically flat. Lego Posts 21% First-Half Revenue Rise Globally — Aug 25, 2026Lego’s first-half 2026 revenue rose 21% to 41.9 billion Danish crowns, with net profit up 32% as consumer sales climbed 22% on broad demand and more than 330 new sets, including World Cup, Formula One, Pokemon, and K-Pop Demon Hunters tie-ins that attracted new and returning buyers. The company is expanding capacity and sustainability, building a large solar installation in Billund, moving toward paper packaging, and planning a Virginia factory/distribution center to open by mid-2027, while continuing investments and strategic partnerships to reach a broader audience.
