IJR News — today's news from every sideCompass Financial Invests $2.35 Million in NTCTFinance — Aug 20, 2026Compass Financial Management LLC disclosed new stakes in five different securities, including NTCT, KLAC, the Defiance Quantum ETF, QCOM, and Starbucks, with investments ranging from roughly $869,000 to about $3.3 million. The moves reflect a diversified, institutional-edge portfolio spanning technology hardware, semiconductors, quantum-focused and consumer-oriented equities. Memoir Details Global Shift Toward Tech-Driven SurgeryHealth — 5dDr. Sherman A. Katz, MD, FACS chronicles how surgery has evolved—from open procedures and personal judgment to tech-driven, regulated systems—and asks what core professional values should endure as medicine becomes increasingly automated. The memoir highlights compassion, accountability, mentorship, and the human cost of rapid modernization, offering guidance for clinicians, students, patients, and historians.
Sarah Kim Fair point, though I read the sourcing differently. IJRTrump Insists He Will Never Nuke Iran Despite His Own Pentagon Reportedly Saying They Were Considering ItFrancis Kapper · 11 min · 10h
On X · @kongjiro_Thai BL Stars Thomas and Kong Head to Seoul for MMAM at Seoul Fashion WeekThe post by @kongjiro_ (Kong Jiro) features stylish photos with the caption “🚶♂️✨ THOMAS KONG TO SEOUL #THOMASKONGWITHMMAM.” It announces that the popular Thai actor pair Thomas (@tthomastc) and Kong are traveling to Seoul for the MMAM Spring/Summer 2027 collection show at Seoul Fashion Week (around September 3, 2026). It is trending because of strong fan excitement over their airport/fashion looks, high engagement (thousands of likes/reposts/views within hours), related posts from Thomas and Domundi TV, and coverage of the pair (plus Wave) as rising fashion and entertainment figures.1,550 likes · 28mNetcall reports 20% revenue rise to £57.7mBusiness — Jul 21, 2026Across Netcall, Marston's, Midwich, GBG, and Compass Group, trading updates show a pattern of resilient revenue growth, margin expansion, and continued investment in AI, formats, and geographic reach. The reports highlight Netcall and GBG accelerating AI-enabled offerings, Marston's benefiting from World Cup demand and Grandstand formats, Midwich navigating Middle East disruption while delivering growth, and Compass Group maintaining solid organic growth driven by new business wins and high client retention. Compass Rose Expands Portfolio Across Banks, Tech, Crypto — Jul 24, 2026Compass Rose Asset Management LP disclosed new stakes in four companies—Banco Santander (SAN), FactSet Research Systems (FDS), Hut 8 Corp (HUT), and nVent Electric plc (NVT)—in its latest 13F filings, with SAN taking 635,000 shares (~$7.16 million) and FDS taking 25,000 shares (~$5.43 million). The moves reflect a diversified, cross-sector allocation in its first-quarter purchases and position the firm among other institutions increasing exposure to these stocks. Alex's Field NotesField Notes: Day OneA quick first dispatch from the demo desk — testing the publish and share loop.7hIJRTurns Out Tariff Refunds Giving Temporary Jolt To Economic GrowthJack McGeever · 3 min · 12h
On X · @SkySportsNewsChelsea Close to Deal for Roma Midfielder Manu Koné, with Jamie Gittens Loan Also ProgressingSky Sports News reported that Chelsea are nearing an agreement with Roma to sign French midfielder Manu Koné, while the clubs advance talks on Roma taking Chelsea winger Jamie Gittens on loan. The post (with video) is trending due to its breaking-transfer timing (apparently near a deadline window), high visibility from a major outlet (~150k views, thousands of likes/reposts), and interest from Chelsea/Roma fans amid linked rumors about other midfield moves (e.g., Enzo Fernández exits or alternatives like Lamine Camara).2,271 likes · 29m