New York City

Aurora, N.Y. – September 15, 2026 -- MacKenzie-Childs has launched more than 600 new fall and seasonal home décor designs, alongside an expanded Kitchen Electrics lineup and a collection inspired by the film Practical Magic 2, now in theaters as of September 10th. Prices for the new offerings start at $29.99 and are available now at mackenzie-childs.com, the brand's retail stores in Aurora and New York City, its Amazon storefront, and select specialty retailers worldwide.

Fort Lee, N.J. – September 12, 2026 -- bb.q Chicken is launching its BBoom Chicken flavor at all U.S. locations nationwide on Sept. 9, bringing a four-cheese seasoning blend of gouda, cheddar, parmesan and blue cheese to its crispy Korean fried chicken.

The flavor sold a million units in 100 days after debuting in Korea.

BBoom Chicken launched in Korea last year and quickly became one of bb.q's best-selling menu items in its home country. A bb.q Chicken U.S. spokesperson said the brand is eager to introduce both new and longstanding fans to the flavor as part of its effort to share Korean food and culture through its U.S. locations.

New York – September 12, 2026 -- David Protein has launched its first ready-to-drink Protein Milkshakes, expanding the brand beyond its original protein bars.

Each 12 oz bottle packs 30g of protein with minimal sugar

The new shakes, made with ultrafiltered milk, come in two flavors. Vanilla delivers 30g of protein, 140 calories, and less than 1g of sugar per bottle. Chocolate offers the same 30g of protein and sugar content, with 150 calories.

Supermodel Stella Maxwell fronts the brand's new campaign

The launch is backed by a campaign called "Drink David," featuring Maxwell and the brand's gold-colored Milkshake bottles. The campaign will run across digital, social, and out-of-home placements in New York City this month.

The shakes are available now at select NYC stores and online

David Protein Milkshakes launched September 8 at davidprotein.com and in select New York City retail locations.

New York City – September 10, 2026 -- A new guide from Consumer365 details how pet owners can now use same-day delivery apps like DoorDash to restock food, litter, and other bulky pet essentials without a store trip.

DoorDash delivers pet supplies from participating stores in as fast as 30 minutes

The service connects users with more than 100,000 grocery, convenience, and retail stores, and pet care is included alongside categories like beauty, electronics, and household goods. Availability depends on the customer's location and current store inventory, so delivery windows and fees vary by address.

New York – September 08, 2026 -- AARP New York has rolled out a Staycation and New York Experiences campaign offering free events, day trips, classes and downloadable postcards to help residents 50 and older stretch their budgets this fall.

Rising utility bills are driving the push for local, low-cost fun.

An AARP report released earlier this year found that 84% of surveyed New Yorkers saw their utility bills increase over the past year, and 88% expect costs to keep climbing. Family caregivers face added transportation, medical and household expenses on top of that, according to AARP New York.

A nationwide survey shows staying home has become the norm.

People Magazine labeled 2026 'Staycation Summer,' pointing to a Monster survey in which 52% of workers said rising living costs kept them home more this summer, 39% cut back on trips, and 37% sought cheaper leisure activities.

Madrid – September 07, 2026 -- Getting into the world's most sought-after outdoor events and expeditions has become a numbers game, according to a new report from travel publisher Jade Peak. The New York City Marathon accepted just 1% of its 240,000public lottery applicants this year, and at current demand, booking a Grand Canyon rafting permit could take up to 18 years.

Jade Peak released the first edition of its Access Index, titled "Wish Lists Are Now Wait Lists," cataloging more than 300 outdoor activities across 90 countries. The report analyzed dozens of trips using cost, qualification standards, and how quickly slots sell out.

Lottery odds are shrinking while entry fees stay flat

The report found that public lottery odds for many events are declining even as prices remain largely unchanged. Nine out of ten U.S. national parks charge the same entry fee today as they did in 2020, according to Jade Peak co-founder Marina Herraiz.

NEW YORK -- Aug. 30, 2026 -- Yaber has launched the HP20 cordless vacuum cleaner, a $139.99 model that uses onboard AI to detect dust levels and adjust suction automatically, without the user ever touching a mode switch. The company says the device carries TÜV-tested 180AW suction and SGS-certified H13 HEPA filtration, features typically found on pricier machines. The HP20 went live on Yaber's official Amazon store on Aug. 30, with a launch discount applied through the checkout code HP20PANPR.