IJR News — today's news from every sideThree US Campuses Hold, Plan October 7 MemorialsWorld — Oct 5, 2026Hillel groups at Syracuse, the University of Florida and Penn State marked the third anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks with memorials honoring victims through personal stories, prayers, candle lighting and other remembrance activities; Penn State also hosted a conversation with released hostage Omer Shem Tov. At Penn State, Students for Justice in Palestine held separate anniversary events, including a protest, film screening and vigil. Nicole Hardy Mamdani deserves to attend the ceremony like any other leader, the backlash seems driven more by politics than principle. Catholic Leaders Plan 9/11 Anniversary Events — Sep 10, 2026As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, Catholic leaders and clergy recall the victims, first responders, and survivors, emphasizing remembrance, healing, and a renewed call for peace and dialogue. From Pope John Paul II’s message of unity through Christ to commemorative Masses and bishops’ reflections, the church frames the tragedy as a test of charity, dignity, and shared humanity.
