Frankfurt – September 10, 2026 -- Club Med is rolling out a new global brand platform called "The Art of Free Time," set to launch worldwide on September 7, 2026. The campaign reframes free time as a modern luxury and updates the brand's founding motto, "Happiness Here and Now," for today's travelers.

The campaign centers on choice over constant productivity

Rather than promoting specific destinations or amenities, the concept invites travelers to decide freely between activity and rest, adventure and doing nothing at all. Club Med frames this flexibility itself as the new form of luxury, contrasting it with a culture of constant availability and performance pressure.

Misano – September 10, 2026 -- Cycling brands evolve and ELITEWHEELS presented their latest high-performance bike and wheel developments at the Italian Bike Festival (IBF) 2026, held September 4-6 at the Misano World Circuit.

The two brands welcomed cyclists, media, industry professionals and enthusiasts at Stand W3, where product innovation met professional racing experience.

evolve highlights its CIMA Road and CIMA GR Gravel platforms

evolve showcased newest developments in its data-driven approach to weight, stiffness, aerodynamics and handling. The brand continues expanding its lineup with race-ready engineering, including the CIMA Road and CIMA GR Gravel platforms, while preparing further developments in additional categories.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Midea has launched a built-in oven from its SpaceMaster series that reaches 350°C, a temperature rarely found in household appliances and typically reserved for professional pizzerias.

Most home ovens cap out at 250°C, too low for authentic pizza crust

Standard ovens max out around 250°C, sufficient for a casserole but not for the bubbled, leopard-spotted crust that defines great pizza. Achieving that texture has traditionally required a backyard brick oven or a delivery order.

The oven pairs 350°C heat with a built-in pizza stone

The SpaceMaster oven combines its high heat with an integrated pizza stone designed to absorb and transfer warmth directly to the dough, mimicking the baking surface of a traditional brick oven. Midea states the result is a pizza that goes from raw dough to pizzeria-quality in under three minutes, without becoming soggy or drying out.

Munich – September 09, 2026 -- German public broadcaster ARD will air a new episode of the talk show "maischberger" on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 10:50 p.m. on Das Erste.

Bavarian Premier Söder Sits Down to Discuss State Election Results

Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder (CSU) will appear in the studio to discuss the outcome of the Saxony-Anhalt state election and its potential impact on the federal government in Berlin.

Entrepreneur Maschmeyer Weighs In on the German Economy

Businessman Carsten Maschmeyer joins the program to address the state of the German economy and what reforms he believes are necessary.

Journalists and a Correspondent Round Out the Panel

Commentary will come from journalist and podcaster Robin Alexander, ARD Hauptstadtstudio correspondent Iris Sayram, and journalist Sergej Lochthofen.

Hamburg – September 09, 2026 -- Heineken 0.0 is expanding its alcohol-free lineup with two new flavors, Lime Lemongrass and Nectarine Juniper, now available in 330 ml cans at Kaufland for a recommended price of 1.20 euros.

Two new flavor profiles target conscious drinkers

Lime Lemongrass pairs tangy lime with spicy lemongrass notes, while Nectarine Juniper combines juicy nectarine with a subtle floral and herbal juniper accent. Both recipes contain 1.2 grams of sugar and 19 kcal per 100 ml, using only natural ingredients, according to the company.

Heineken positions the new drinks as an alternative to classic radler and reduced-sugar soft drinks, aimed at consumers who want flavor and a branded drinking experience without alcohol.

Detroit – September 09, 2026 -- Little Caesars is bringing back its Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix meal for a limited time starting September 7, priced at $4.99+ at participating locations nationwide.

The meal pairs pizza slices with cheese bread and dipping sauce

The offering includes two slices of Little Caesars Detroit-Style Deep Dish pizza, four pieces of Little Caesars Italian Cheese Bread, and Crazy Sauce for dipping. It's available in Pepperoni and Cheese varieties.

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff headlines the campaign

Goff will front a new advertising campaign supporting the product's return, tying together football and Detroit-style pizza. "Detroit-style pizza has earned fans across the country, and Little Caesars has helped bring it to more people," Goff said, adding that he's excited to celebrate a meal that delivers "big flavor, great value and real Detroit pride."

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Hisense showcased its new AI Companion Suite at IFA 2026 in Berlin, a set of connected smart-home features designed to automate cooking, laundry, and energy use through its ConnectLife platform.

An AI fridge suggests meals based on stored ingredients

Asking "What should I cook?" triggers the system: an AI-equipped refrigerator scans stored ingredients and proposes recipes based on personal preferences. Selected recipes can sync automatically with the AI Companion Oven, while the AI Companion Wine cellar recommends food pairings and maintains optimal storage conditions. After the meal, an AI dishwasher detects dish soiling levels and adjusts its wash cycle accordingly.

Misano – September 09, 2026 -- Cycling brands evolve and ELITEWHEELS showcased new performance-focused bikes and carbon wheel systems at the Italian Bike Festival (IBF) 2026, held September 4-6 at the Misano World Circuit.

The two brands shared booth W3, drawing riders, media, retailers and fans throughout the event.

evolve pushes data-driven frame design across road and gravel lines

evolve presented updates to its CIMA road bike range and CIMA GR gravel line, built around measurable performance metrics covering weight, stiffness, aerodynamics and handling. The brand is preparing further product development in additional categories for upcoming seasons.

Cologne – September 09, 2026 -- "Die große Maus-Show" celebrates its 20th anniversary with a special edition airing Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 8:15 p.m. on Das Erste.

Host Esther Sedlaczek leads the anniversary broadcast under the theme "Kids Ask, Adults Marvel," featuring a lineup of quiz questions, experiments, and celebrity guests. The show began two decades ago under the title "Frag doch mal die Maus" as a one-off special before becoming a fixture of Saturday night programming on Das Erste.

Six celebrities join the jubilee lineup

Guests for the anniversary episode include Annette Frier, Wincent Weiss, Klaas Heufer-Umlauf, Axel Prahl, Beatrice Egli, and Till Reiners.

Kyiv – – September 09, 2026 -- Moonlock, the cybersecurity app from Ukrainian tech company MacPaw, has won a Red Dot Award: Brands & Communication Design honor, recognizing the app's approach to making online protection feel simple rather than intimidating.

Moonlock ditched technical jargon for a friendlier interface

Launched in October 2025, Moonlock replaces the cold, alert-heavy tone typical of security software with plain-spoken copy, hand-drawn illustrations, and an intuitive interface. The app is built to make Mac protection and antivirus features accessible to users regardless of technical expertise.