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New York – September 18, 2026 -- Canon has unveiled the EOS R8 Mark II, a full-frame mirrorless camera that keeps the 24.2-megapixel sensor of its predecessor while adding in-body image stabilization, a rear joystick, and a deeper buffer for burst shooting. The camera is available as a body alone or bundled with the RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.

The body gets a sharper, more angular redesign

Compared to the smooth curves of earlier Canon models, the R8 Mark II features a more angular shell with fewer visible controls on top. The mode dial, power switch, record button, and M-Fn button remain in familiar spots, but the video mode switch beside the viewfinder housing has been removed.

A long-requested joystick finally arrives

Canon has added a multi-controller joystick to the back of the camera, letting users move autofocus points and navigate menus more easily. The AF-on button has also been relocated for a more comfortable grip.

New York – September 18, 2026 -- Giggles, the fast-growing social video app, has relaunched with a ground-up redesign that swaps its old trading mechanics for a new points system called Aura and a set of collectible "trend cards."

Aura replaces trading with a simple rewards system

Users earn Aura by participating on the app and spend it on interactions and creator rewards. Aura carries no cash value, marking a clear departure from the trading economy the app was previously known for. Trend cards, meanwhile, are digital collectibles earned with Aura that mark viral moments and celebrate creators, memes, and content that define the platform.

The app remains focused on short-form video across five categories

Giggles still functions as a short-form video platform where users create, watch, and share content across comedy, food, sports, music, and memes.

New York – September 18, 2026 -- Ollie, the human-grade fresh dog food brand, is rolling out a seasonal recipe called Holiday Feast, giving dog owners an alternative to sneaking table scraps to their pets this year.

The recipe combines turkey and turkey liver, sweet potatoes, cranberries, butternut squash, green beans, and spinach, gently cooked and formulated by the brand's veterinarians, chefs, and food scientists. It meets AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including large-breed growth for dogs over 70 pounds as adults.

Holiday leftovers can be risky for dogs, Ollie says

Common holiday staples like turkey skin, stuffing, macaroni and cheese, and pumpkin pie can be harmful to dogs, according to the brand. Holiday Feast is positioned as a safer, dog-specific substitute rather than handing over plate scraps.

New York – September 17, 2026 -- The Financial District building that once processed most of the diamonds entering America is welcoming residents instead of jewelers. The ten-story Diamond Exchange at 14 Maiden Lane, completed in 1894, has been converted into nine full-floor condominium homes plus a commercial space, with pricing starting just under $2.6 million.

The building's oversized bay windows were built for diamond dealers, not daylight photos

New York – September 17, 2026 -- A kitchen staple just walked the streets of Manhattan during New York Fashion Week, as If You Care unveiled a fully wearable dress made entirely from its Parchment Baking Paper.

Actress and longtime If You Care fan Busy Philipps debuted the custom piece, calling the concept "a fun, unexpected way to show what this everyday kitchen staple can actually do."

The dress is built from the same parchment used in home kitchens.

If You Care Parchment Baking Paper is designed to prevent sticking and ease cleanup for roasting, baking, and sheet-pan meals. The paper is unbleached, chlorine-free, non-toxic, and compostable after use -- properties the brand carried directly into the fashion piece.

New York -- September 14, 2026 -- Khloé Kardashian's fragrance portfolio officially launched at Sephora on September 14, 2026, bringing her three scents to 1,300 Sephora US and Sephora Kohl's doors nationwide. The rollout, done in partnership with Luxe Brands, also makes Sephora the exclusive Canadian retailer for the collection.

Three scents anchor the retail debut

The lineup includes XO Khloé, Almost Always, and the newly launched XO BLUE. All three are now available both on Sephora.com and in physical stores starting September 14, 2026.

The US launch is a springboard for global expansion

Luxe Brands and Kardashian are using the North American rollout to set up further expansion into Mexico, Brazil, India, and markets across Asia. The strategy leans on Sephora's retail visibility to gauge consumer demand before scaling internationally.

NEW YORK – September 17, 2026 -- A new clinical study finds that a single application of Biodance's Real Deep Hydrogel Mask returned skin to its pre-procedure baseline within hours of fractional laser treatment, a procedure known to temporarily damage the skin's protective barrier.

Researchers tested 32 participants using a split-face design.

Each participant underwent fractional laser treatment, then had the Real Deep Mask applied to one half of the face while the other half remained untreated, allowing direct comparison under identical conditions. Board-certified dermatologists Dr. Luke Maxfield and Dr. Christopher Tomassian presented the results.

Austin – September 17, 2026 -- Home shoppers hoping to stretch their budget should mark September 27 through October 3 on their calendars, according to Realtor.com's 2026 Best Time to Buy Report.

During that week, buyers may find up to 31.9% more active listings than at the start of the year. Listing prices are projected to sit 3.5% below their seasonal peak, translating to roughly $14,000 in savings on a median-priced home of about $416,000.

Buyer competition drops nearly a third below its annual peak

Competition, measured by Realtor.com listing views per property, is historically 30.1% below its yearly high during this week and 14.4% below the average week. Homes are expected to sit on the market for about 64 days during the Best Week -- roughly 13 days longer than the year's fastest-selling stretch.

New York – September 16, 2026 -- GORGIE has launched Berry Burst, a new flavor available exclusively at Target locations nationwide starting September 13th.

Each can packs 150mg of green tea caffeine with zero sugar

Berry Burst contains 150mg of green tea caffeine alongside Biotin, B Vitamins, and L-Theanine. The drink has zero grams of sugar, five calories, and no artificial sweeteners.

The purple-toned can was designed to match fall fashion trends

GORGIE styled the launch campaign on the streets of New York City, pairing the can with leather jackets and seasonal looks tied to Fashion Week. Founder and CEO Michelle Cordeiro Grant said the flavor was built around the idea that "your drink can double as your best accessory," adding that Berry Burst was made to bring energy to everything from meetings to workouts to late-night plans.

Patchogue, N.Y. – September 16, 2026 -- Untreated tooth infections rarely resolve on their own and can spread into bone and soft tissue, according to insights from Dr. Christopher Joubert of East Endodontic Dental Specialists featured in a HelloNation article on endodontic care.

Infections inside the tooth can cause lasting damage if ignored

Endodontic care focuses on diagnosing and treating problems inside the tooth, particularly issues involving the pulp and nerves. These conditions often stem from tooth infection, deep decay, cracks, dental trauma, or failed previous treatments. Bacteria that reach the pulp multiply and can spread into surrounding structures, leading to swelling, pain, and abscesses.