Bryant, Ark. – October 06, 2026 -- Infants who struggle to latch, slip off the breast or bottle, or make clicking sounds while feeding may have tongue tie or lip tie, two conditions that restrict normal oral movement, according to a HelloNation article featuring dentist Dr. Alex Hamilton of Bryant, Arkansas.

Tongue tie and lip tie occur when the tissue connecting the tongue or upper lip to the mouth is unusually tight, limiting movement needed for a proper feeding latch. The article notes this can cause frustration for both infant and parent, with feeding sessions often taking longer than expected and babies showing signs of discomfort or difficulty maintaining suction.

Feeding problems can affect weight gain and nutrition

Because restricted tongue or lip movement interferes with latching, the article states these issues can impact an infant's nutrition and weight gain, making early assessment important for overall health.

Pittsburgh – October 06, 2026 -- An inventor from Mt Vernon, N.Y., has designed a new cover for dish drying racks aimed at keeping dishes clean while they dry.

The cover blocks germs, bugs and small fingers from reaching dishes

Called the SANI COVER, the device fits over a standard dish rack and is designed to let air circulate so dishes can still dry properly. At the same time, it creates a barrier that keeps dust, insects and contaminants off clean dishware.

The design also protects children from sharp utensils

According to the inventor, the cover offers a protective barrier between sharp objects such as knives and a child's fingers, addressing a safety concern for households with young kids.

Nazareth, Pa. – October 06, 2026 -- C. F. Martin & Co. is adding two new instruments and a set of ukulele strings to its Martin O'ahu collection, a line inspired by the Hawaiian music craze of the 1920s and early '30s.

An all-koa guitar joins the lineup at $4,199.99

The Martin O'ahu HG-28K2 expands on the existing HG-28's sloped-shoulder design, pairing a solid koa top with solid flamed Hawaiian koa back and sides. The body shape sits between a smaller Dreadnought and a 000, with a short 24.9-inch scale meant for easier playability. The gloss finish highlights the wood's natural figuring, and Martin says the all-koa build delivers strong midrange projection and rich overtones.

Scottsboro – – October 06, 2026 -- Unclaimed Baggage will host its 45th Annual Ski Sale on Saturday, Nov. 7, offering more than 50,000 square feet of ski gear, winter wear and holiday finds at up to 80% off retail value. The Scottsboro, Alabama-based retailer, which sells unclaimed items from lost airline luggage, has built this year's inventory into the largest stock in the event's 45-year history.

The sale has run annually since 1981

Held every year since 1981, the Ski Sale has grown into one of the largest events of its kind in the country, drawing shoppers from across the nation to a state where snow rarely falls. Unclaimed Baggage owner Bryan Owens said the sale is a chance for skiers and winter enthusiasts of every level to gear up for the season and find deals on equipment.

Boston – October 06, 2026 -- Life Time has announced plans to open a 45,000-square-foot athletic club and wellness destination inside Commonwealth Pier in Boston's Seaport District, with a target opening in late 2027.

The club will be Life Time's eighth location in Greater Boston since 2015

Life Time entered the Boston market with Life Time Westwood in 2015 and now operates clubs in Burlington, Chestnut Hill, Framingham, Medford and Peabody, along with The Prudential Center location that opened in October 2025. Commonwealth Pier will mark the company's first waterfront club in the region.

The space will overlook Boston Harbor with 40-foot ceilings

The destination will feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows and panoramic harbor views. Planned amenities include boutique studio fitness formats, personal training, a co-ed rejuvenation wet suite with sauna and thermal experiences, recovery-focused spaces, and a LifeCafe and bar.

El Segundo, Calif. – October 06, 2026 -- Outer Spaces has launched a backyard pavilion that generates solar power and stores it in a hidden battery built into the deck, with the first units arriving in 2027 in Southern California and select markets.

The system hides batteries beneath a finished outdoor deck

The product, called OS1, pairs a solar-generating roof structure with a "power deck" that houses ultra-thin battery storage underneath a walkable outdoor floor. The pavilion produces electricity during the day and can supply backup power to the home during an outage, functioning as an outdoor living room, kitchen, office, gym or wellness space.

Charlotte, N.C. – October 06, 2026 -- Cirba Solutions has launched the Battery Smarts Quiz, a free 10-question online tool designed to help everyday consumers learn how to charge, store and dispose of lithium batteries safely.

The average American owns 11 lithium-powered devices but little safety training

Cirba Solutions, which describes itself as the leading battery recycling materials and management company in North America, built the quiz around gaps identified in its own consumer research. The launch coincides with Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 4-10), hosted annually by the National Fire Protection Association, whose 2026 theme focuses on safe charging habits.

Midland, Texas – October 06, 2026 -- When a loved one dies, families often don't know where to begin, and a new guide from Willowbrook Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Midland, Texas, lays out the immediate steps to take.

A legal pronouncement of death comes first

Funeral Services Expert Sparky Clark explains that if a death occurs in a hospital, hospice, or nursing home, medical professionals typically handle the legal pronouncement. If it happens at home without hospice care, families must contact emergency services or local authorities before any other arrangements can proceed.

Notifying relatives can be shared among family members

Once death is legally confirmed, families should reach out to close relatives and trusted friends. Clark notes that splitting phone calls among siblings or relatives eases the burden and gives everyone time to inform employers, clergy, and others connected to the person's life.

Montreal – October 06, 2026 -- Volaris has launched a new optional service called Disruption Assistance, letting travelers facing a flight delay of more than two hours or a same-day cancellation choose between a free rebooking or a 100% refund of their trip cost while keeping the disrupted flight.

Travelers Get a Self-Serve Fix for Flight Chaos

Customers who purchase the add-on can rebook themselves on Volaris or another airline, with the cost covered by travel tech firm HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions), through a self-serve tool. If no rebooking option works for them, they can instead opt for a full refund of their trip price without giving up their original, disrupted flight.

Seattle – October 06, 2026 -- REI Co-op and Japanese retailer BEAMS today launched the BEAMS x REI Co-op Expedition Parka, a limited-edition jacket based on an original 1986 design found in REI's archive. Only 500 units were made, and the parka goes on sale October 6 for $599 online and at select stores.

The jacket pairs 1986 styling with 2026 materials

The parka uses WINDSTOPPER by GORE-TEX LABS fabric, 650-fill-power down insulation and recycled materials. Its durable water repellent coating is made without PFAS, and the jacket is produced in a Fair Trade Certified factory. A coordinating stuff sack and co-branded details are included.