North America

Tucson, Arizona – September 13, 2026 -- JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa has completed a full renovation of its 524 guestrooms and 51 suites, adding 16 suites to meet demand from luxury travelers.

New suite categories target families and stargazers

The resort introduced Family Bunk Bed Suites, pairing a king bed with twin bunks, alongside a new JW Camper Experience that includes a child-sized play camper, a campfire prop, sleeping bag, cookies, and an activity book. Four new Sonoran Starr Suites offer 1,275 square feet of living space plus an 868-square-foot private terrace, complete with a premium telescope for viewing Tucson's dark skies. Junior Suites grew by 13, and Executive Suites expanded from 15 to 20, each with separate living areas and private balconies.

North Charleston – September 12, 2026 -- Federal health officials are warning consumers about concentrated 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) products sold as tablets, gummies, powders, drink mixes, shots and dissolvable strips, saying they are potent opioids that have not been proven safe or effective for any use.

The FDA has logged reports of addiction and seizures tied to 7-OH

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says it has received adverse event reports linked to 7-OH products, including addiction, anxiety, depression, gastrointestinal distress, insomnia, seizures and withdrawal symptoms. No FDA-approved drugs currently contain 7-OH.

While 7-OH occurs naturally in trace amounts in the kratom plant, the concentrated and synthetic versions sold commercially can contain significantly elevated levels, according to the agency.

New York – September 12, 2026 -- The Algonquin Hotel, Autograph Collection, has completed a full renovation of all 181 guestrooms, elevators, and corridors at its Midtown Manhattan property, unveiling a redesigned interior anchored by exclusive artwork from legendary caricaturist Al Hirschfeld. The multi-year, phased project was carried out while the hotel remained fully operational.

Brooklyn-based CRÈME led the design without altering the hotel's historic footprint

Interior design firm CRÈME / Jun Aizaki Architecture & Design worked with LUCID, the design arm of Highgate Hotels, to reshape the guestrooms around their original scale and proportions. Willis Loughhead, General Manager of The Algonquin for six years, said the team aimed to honor the hotel's past "without being beholden to it," building timeless rooms meant to spark creativity.

Seattle – September 12, 2026 -- Seabourn has announced a new 30-day "Amazon Explorer: Rivers & Rainforests" voyage aboard the Seabourn Quest, sailing roundtrip from Miami from Nov. 18 to Dec. 18, 2028.

The itinerary covers 15 destinations across seven countries

The route blends Caribbean island stops with scenic cruising along the Amazon River, including calls at Santarém, Boca da Valeria and Parintins in Brazil. The ship will also visit Devil's Island in French Guiana and Gustavia in Saint Barthelemy, along with stops in Trinidad and Grenada.

Guests get an overnight stay in Manaus

The extended stop in Manaus, a historic city surrounded by rainforest, gives travelers additional time to explore its architecture, markets and waterfront. Santarém offers views of the Amazon and Tapajós rivers meeting, while Boca da Valeria provides a look at daily life in a small riverside community.

New York – September 11, 2026 -- Suunto has launched the Run 2, a running watch weighing 35 grams that starts at $349, with pre-orders opening today and global availability the same day.

The watch adds a brighter screen and longer battery life than its predecessor

The Run 2 features a 1.32-inch AMOLED display reaching 2,000 nits, three times brighter than the original Suunto Run, designed to stay readable in direct sunlight. Battery capacity increases by 29 percent over the prior model, giving roughly 10 days of everyday use or up to 24 hours with dual-band GNSS tracking active. At 11.7mm thick, the watch body includes a stainless steel bezel, Gorilla Glass and 5 ATM water resistance.

Charlotte, N.C. – September 11, 2026 -- Husqvarna has launched three new residential chainsaws -- the 445S, 450S Rancher, and 450X Rancher -- now available for homeowners and landowners.

The 450X Rancher becomes the first 400-series saw with AutoTune technology

AutoTune automatically adjusts engine settings based on fuel quality, altitude, temperature, and humidity. Combined with a simplified starting procedure, the 450X Rancher is up to 40% easier to start compared to the Husqvarna 450 Rancher, according to the company. It also cuts up to 30% faster than that predecessor model, thanks to a durable hybrid crankcase and an upgraded X-Torq engine.

New York – September 11, 2026 -- Dr. Martens has launched a new loafer collection built to move beyond seasonal footwear, positioning the classic silhouette as an everyday alternative to sneakers.

The Mayfare Loafer reworks the penny loafer in polished black leather

The Mayfare Loafer, made from Polished Black Smooth leather, features a moc toe and penny strap detail. It sits on a V18 low-profile sole with a subtle welt, giving it a sleeker profile than Dr. Martens' more classic boot styles.

The Adrian Tassel Loafer adds formal detailing in Burgundy leather

Crafted from Burgundy Arcadia leather, the Adrian Tassel Loafer is built for day-to-night wear. It uses Dr. Martens' signature air-cushioned sole and Goodyear-welted, heat-sealed construction for durability.

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 09, 2026 -- Gaming peripheral maker ATTACK SHARK has partnered with esports organization Cloud9 to supply its League of Legends team with mice and keyboards for daily training and competitive play.

Cloud9 brings a decade of League of Legends titles to the deal

Founded in 2013, Cloud9 Kia has won six League Championship Series (LCS) titles and made 10 World Championship appearances. The organization also holds the 2018 ELEAGUE Major Boston title, the inaugural Overwatch League championship, and a Rocket League World Championship.

ATTACK SHARK equips the roster with its latest hardware

Under the agreement, ATTACK SHARK will provide its newest gaming peripherals directly to Cloud9's League of Legends players for training and competition. The brand says it is trusted by more than 10 million players worldwide and aims to make high-performance mice and keyboards accessible to a broader gaming audience.

Foxborough, Mass. – September 08, 2026 -- UGREEN unveiled its first smart home ecosystem, HomeAgent, and a liquid-cooled magnetic power bank at a launch event held Sept. 1 at Gillette Stadium, while naming New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez as its Global Brand Ambassador.

HomeAgent processes data locally instead of relying on the cloud

The UGREEN HomeAgent HA100 and HA100 Pro combine storage, computing, and device control into a single hub, letting households store photos, files, and surveillance footage locally without a monthly storage fee. The system can recognize people, vehicles, pets, and packages, create voice alerts for events like a crying baby, and generate automatic highlight videos displayed on UGREEN Gallery smart frames. With Matter support, users can control compatible smart-home devices through voice commands via the Uliya assistant.