Woodstock – September 13, 2026 -- Terrabis will open McHenry County's first cannabis dispensary drive-thru at its Woodstock, Illinois location by the end of September, letting customers pick up online orders without leaving their cars.

The Woodstock drive-thru will run nearly around the clock

The new lane will operate from 6 a.m. to midnight on Sunday and Monday, and from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday. It marks Terrabis' second drive-thru in Illinois, following the state's first dual-window dispensary drive-thru, which opened at Terrabis Grayville on September 4.

CEO Dan Ambrosino says convenience drives the model

"Everything we do starts with the customer, and a drive-thru is simply the most convenient way for someone to pick up an order," said Ambrosino. He credited Woodstock Mayor Turner, the City Council, Joe Napolitano and the local building and planning department for helping move the project through approvals.

San Diego – September 13, 2026 -- Bonkers Toys has signed a master toy agreement with TikTok creator The Rizzler, real name Christian Savasta, bringing his viral "rizz face" to store shelves nationwide starting Fall 2027.

A 10-year-old's viral expression gets the toy treatment

The line will include collectible plush, figures, and accessories based on the exaggerated squinting-eyes, raised-eyebrow expression that made Savasta an internet sensation. It marks the first time his persona has been turned into an officially licensed toy line.

Bonkers Toys targets major US retailers

Dan Meyer, Head of Brands at Bonkers Toys, said the collection will capture the "rizz face" and the energy that turned The Rizzler into a pop-culture figure. The company plans to launch the products at major retailers across the United States.

Munich – September 13, 2026 -- A new YouGov survey commissioned by Air Doctor finds that 37 percent of Germans consider reliable WiFi or mobile data access essential to a stress-free vacation, ranking it above travel insurance (31 percent) and round-the-clock access to medical help abroad (29 percent).

The poll surveyed 2,182 people in Germany between June 26 and 28, 2026, with results weighted to be representative of the population aged 18 and over.

Safety and health top the list, but priorities shift fast

Sixty-two percent of respondents said feeling safe abroad matters most for a relaxed trip, and 56 percent cited the health of all travelers. Yet immediately after these basics, attention turns to logistics: 33 percent value flexible rebooking or cancellation options, and 29 percent prefer a fully pre-planned itinerary.

Munich – September 13, 2026 -- Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR) will broadcast live coverage of the 191st Oktoberfest from September 19 through October 4, 2026, across BR Television, radio, online platforms and the ARD Mediathek streaming service.

The traditional keg-tapping ceremony opens live coverage on September 19

"O'zapft is!" airs live starting at 11:15 a.m. on BR Television, Das Erste and ARD Mediathek, with radio coverage on Bayern 1 and BR24 beginning at noon. Hosts include Susanne Wiesner, Michael Sporer, Dominik Glöbl, Sophie Grund and Andi Christl, with guests Mitsou Jung and Alessandro Capasso.

Germany – September 13, 2026 -- Drivers across Germany are paying significantly more for fuel this week, with the ADAC's latest weekly survey showing Super E10 up 7.6 cents per liter to a national average of 2.259 euros. Diesel climbed even faster, rising nearly 9 cents to 2.321 euros per liter.

Oil prices rose, but only partly explain the jump

The ADAC links the increase to a higher oil price, with Brent crude currently trading just under 100 US dollars per barrel. However, the association says the oil price and the euro-dollar exchange rate only partially justify current pump prices.

Chicago – September 13, 2026 -- The American Lung Association is expanding its Awareness, Trust and Action campaign to encourage more lung cancer patients to ask their doctors about clinical trials as a treatment option.

Every current lung cancer treatment originated in a clinical trial

"Clinical trials provide the most promising way to improve treatment outcomes and continue advancements in lung cancer care and survivorship," said Harold Wimmer, President and CEO of the American Lung Association. He said the organization wants patients and caregivers to discuss all treatment options, including trials, with their healthcare providers.

Branford, Connecticut – September 13, 2026 -- EndoCare Dental Specialists has opened at 5 South Main St., Suite 515, in Branford, Connecticut, offering root canal treatment, retreatment, and surgical endodontics to patients across New Haven County.

Dr. Sam Ramadan brings more than 10,000 completed endodontic cases to the new practice

Dr. Sam Ramadan, DMD, a Connecticut native, leads the office after earning a degree in Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of Connecticut, graduating in the top 10% of his class. He later completed his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, where he was recognized for clinical excellence in endodontics.

Amsterdam – September 12, 2026 -- The AION UT electric hatchback sedan has received a five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP under its revised 2026 testing protocol, with the score published on September 2 applying to both left-hand and right-hand drive versions of the car.

Euro NCAP now tests four separate safety stages

The 2026 protocol breaks vehicle safety into four categories: safe driving, crash avoidance, crash protection, and post-crash safety. Each stage evaluates a different phase, from how a car assists a driver before a collision to how it protects occupants during impact and supports rescue operations afterward.

The AION UT scored 66% for safe driving, 74% for crash avoidance, 91% for crash protection, and 88% for post-crash safety, with the overall five-star rating reflecting combined performance across all four areas.

Hangzhou – September 10, 2026 -- Hoymiles has launched a 22 kW DC V2X charger designed to plug into its HiOne All-in-One battery energy storage system, letting homeowners link solar panels, home batteries, electric vehicles and the grid into a single controllable energy setup.

The charger turns parked EVs into backup power sources

The V2X charger supports bidirectional charging, meaning a connected EV can supply power back into the house through Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) mode during outages. It also enables Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) participation, letting households shave peak demand and take part in virtual power plant programs. An integrated EU MID-certified meter tracks electricity flow for accurate monitoring.

New York – September 12, 2026 -- The Farmer's Dog has signed a multi-year deal to become the NFL's first-ever Official Pet Food Partner, launching a campaign starring New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo and his senior rescue dog, Duke.

The campaign follows a running back and his rescue dog through everyday life

The launch spot shows Skattebo and Duke, longtime customers of The Farmer's Dog, through early mornings, long drives, and recovery routines that predate his NFL career. The ad also features his Dachshund puppies, Cheech and Daizy.

"I've had Duke for every high and every low. He's been my teammate long before football became my career," Skattebo said, adding that he started feeding Duke The Farmer's Dog to give him as many healthy years as possible.