Boca Raton – October 12, 2026 -- Travelpro's new Platinum Reserve hardside luggage is on sale now, with prices from $545 for the carry-on to $695 for the large check-in spinner.

The collection pairs full-grain leather trim with the brand's PrecisionGlide System. Travelpro says the system helps the bags track straight and move smoothly through a crowded terminal.

A polycarbonate shell gets zinc corner armor and leather trim

The sculpted polycarbonate shell is reinforced with zinc corner armor at high-impact points. Full-grain leather trim and leather-wrapped details finish the exterior, and an integrated magnetic ID tag keeps identification discreet.

Travelpro says the collection draws on daily use by more than 220,000 aviation professionals. Lisa Cody, the company's Head of Product & Brand Experience, said true luxury means never having to worry about your luggage.

San Jose – October 12, 2026 -- Poker fans can watch eight-hour live streams on the official Americas Cardroom Kick channel on October 11, 15 and 18, as the $6.5 million guaranteed Dual Venom PKOs continue. Viewers can join the chat during each broadcast.

Three Americas Cardroom Pros take the first-flight streams

Jon Pardy is scheduled for Sunday, October 11, when Day 1C starts at 1:05 p.m. ET. Ana Marquez follows on Thursday, October 15, for Day 1D, and Drew Gonzalez streams Sunday, October 18, for Day 1E.

Two tournaments share a $2,650 buy-in

Day 1C covers both the $5 Million GTD No-Limit Hold'em Venom PKO and the $1.5 Million GTD Pot-Limit Omaha Venom PKO. Each event has a $2,650 buy-in and five starting flights. Both use the Progressive Knockout format, which awards bounty prizes from Day 1.

California Hot Springs – October 12, 2026 -- A 240-acre Sierra Nevada sanctuary that offers breathwork, silent stays and corporate renewal retreats now operates as Still Mountain Wellness Retreat, the new name for the non-profit formerly known as Vedanta Spiritual and Holistic Retreat.

The name is a DBA. The legal structure, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and organizational roots stay the same, according to the center's director, Deepak. He said the new name reflects daily life on the campus, where guests come to learn the mechanics of breath and to walk in silence.

Cincinnati – October 12, 2026 -- Flu, COVID-19, RSV and other routine vaccines are available now at Kroger Family of Pharmacies, with both walk-in and scheduled appointments. Most patients with health insurance can get vaccinated at no out-of-pocket cost.

Appointments can be booked online at Kroger.com/vaccine. Savings are loaded automatically to customers' loyalty accounts at Kroger pharmacy locations.

Who should get which vaccine

Leading medical organizations continue to recommend annual flu vaccination for anyone aged six months and older. They also recommend a COVID-19 vaccine for adults 18 and older.

RSV vaccines are encouraged for adults 75 and older, as well as for adults ages 50 to 74 with certain chronic conditions. Customers with questions about routine vaccine eligibility can talk to a Kroger pharmacist.

San Diego – – October 12, 2026 -- Eleven students from the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair (GSDSEF) reached the 76th Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), and they brought home eight awards worth a combined $6,300. The world's largest precollege science and engineering competition concluded on May 15 with the Grand Awards ceremony in Phoenix, Arizona.

More than 1,700 finalists competed for over $7 million in prizes

The finalists came from 365 affiliated fairs in more than 60 countries, regions and territories. Two of the 11 San Diego-area finalists qualified through the California Science and Engineering Fair (CSEF). GSDSEF students took second place, third place and four fourth-place awards.

Patchogue – October 12, 2026 -- A collision repair estimate is more than a list of prices: it is the document that guides inspection, insurance approval and the final repair bill. Gil Phillips of Big n' Littles Auto Body in Patchogue, NY, explains the process in an article published by HelloNation.

Technicians document visible damage first

Inspections typically start with bumpers, doors, headlights, fenders and exterior panels. Technicians record what they find through notes and photographs. The same estimate can support insurance documentation and repair planning.

Dubai – October 12, 2026 -- Travellers heading to Dubai for the cooler months can rent sports cars, convertibles, luxury cars and SUVs from VIP Transits, which delivers to hotels, homes and Dubai airport and takes bookings through WhatsApp.

The fleet spans SUVs, luxury cars and convertibles

VIP Transits' published fleet includes the Bentley Bentayga, BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, Aston Martin Vantage Roadster and BMW M4 Competition Convertible. Customers should confirm availability for their preferred dates.

The BMW X7 and Cadillac Escalade are listed with seven seats. Luggage space can run short when every row is occupied, and families should confirm child seat arrangements. Before booking, customers should also check seating, boot space and ground clearance.

Ontario, Calif. – October 12, 2026 -- Service members passing through Ontario International Airport (ONT) can get free meals, snacks, beverages, Wi-Fi and a quiet place to rest at the USO at ONT, which has now been operating for 20 years.

The center helps travelers with more than food and Wi-Fi

The USO at ONT was established to support service members on commercial and military flights between military installations, training exercises, deployments and homecomings. Besides entertainment and a place to rest, staff and volunteers assist with transportation, flight connections and other travel needs.

Anniversary event drew the public on October 8

The nonprofit marked its 20th anniversary with a public celebration on October 8. The event included a ceremony, facility tours and hot dogs served by USO volunteers, as they are for traveling service members and their families every day.

Beverly Hills – October 12, 2026 -- Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, A Four Seasons Hotel has been named the #1 hotel in Los Angeles in Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards, ahead of more than 1,000 hotels in the Los Angeles area.

Nearly 800,000 survey responses shaped the ranking

Condé Nast Traveler collected more than 798,867 survey responses from U.S. readers, who rated their travel experiences around the globe. The Readers' Choice Awards are described as the travel industry's longest-running reader-voted honors.

The hotel's general manager credits the staff

Reed Kandalaft, Regional Vice President and General Manager, said the recognition is a direct result of his team's warmth, genuine care and the memorable experiences they provide guests.

Mattoon – October 12, 2026 -- Rural King is inviting shoppers to dress up their dogs, cats and farm animals for Pet-O-Ween, a free in-store costume contest on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at participating stores. Two grand prize winners will each receive a $500 Rural King gift card.

Two categories, judged starting at 1 p.m.

Entrants compete in either a Pet or a Livestock category. Rural King associates begin judging costumes at 1 p.m., and giveaways and special offers run throughout the day.

Cody Kay, Rural King's interim vice president of marketing, described the event as a fun way to celebrate Halloween with animals that are part of customers' families, farms and daily lives.