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Jurupa Valley – September 18, 2026 -- Lennar has opened sales for The Farm, a new resort-style community in Jurupa Valley, California, with condominiums and single-family homes priced from the high $400,000s.

Sixteen floorplans span four home collections

Buyers can choose from 16 designs across four distinct collections, ranging from 845 to 2,869 square feet. Homes include one to four bedrooms and one-and-one-half to three-and-one-half bathrooms, giving options for first-time buyers, growing families and downsizers alike.

Every home includes Lennar's Everything's Included features

Under Lennar's Everything's Included® program, base prices cover stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, hard-surface flooring, cabinetry and designer fixtures, removing the need for costly upgrade packages.

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.

Miami – September 18, 2026 -- Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled the entertainment lineup for its new ship, Norwegian Aura, set to debut in May 2027, headlined by an original stage production titled "Whitney: A Celebration of Whitney Houston."

The show is built with the singer's estate and her music publisher

Developed in partnership with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music, the 45-minute production reimagines Houston's catalog through contemporary arrangements and live performance. Houston sold more than 220 million records worldwide, scored seven consecutive No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 hits and won six Grammy Awards. The show will feature hits including "It's Not Right, But It's OK," "I Will Always Love You," and "I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)," a track certified nine-times platinum by the RIAA and named Best Pop Song of All Time by Billboard in 2023.

Secaucus, N.J. – September 18, 2026 -- Avène, the sensitive-skin brand owned by Laboratoires Pierre Fabre, is running its third annual Dermfluencer University, a training program that teaches board-certified dermatologists how to create science-backed skincare content for social media and AI-powered search.

Dermatologists learn to compete with viral trends

The program is hosted at the Science of Skin Summit, an educational event founded by Dr. Patricia Farris and Dr. Ted Lain focused on dermatology research and innovation. It gives dermatologists tools and training to produce engaging online content aimed at consumers who now search for skin advice on social platforms and AI tools before booking a doctor's appointment.

Avon, Ohio – September 18, 2026 -- A new national survey finds that 63% of homeowners rate their storm preparedness a 7 out of 10 or higher, yet most still reach for the wrong repair tools once damage actually occurs. The T-Rex® Tape Storm Readiness Report, based on a September 2026 poll of 1,000 homeowners conducted by T-Rex® Brand, found 48% have tested batteries for emergency devices and 45% have trimmed trees around their homes as part of storm prep.

Eight in 10 homeowners face unexpected repairs

Eighty percent of respondents have experienced unexpected home damage requiring repair, and 43% say it's happening more often than five years ago, pointing to aging homes and severe weather as top causes. Despite this, only 30% have organized their repair tools as part of storm preparation, and just 51% say emergency storm supplies would be easy to find when needed.

Rapid City – September 18, 2026 -- Strider Bikes has launched the Strider Baby Balance Bike, a toy designed for infants aged 0 to 18 months that transitions from tummy-time play to early walking support.

The bike doubles as a sensory toy before babies can even sit up.

The design features raised letters, numbers and shapes on the wheels, giving babies tactile stimulation during tummy time. Once infants can sit independently, they can spin the wheels and twist the textured handlebars to explore how the toy moves.

Four points of contact aim to teach true independent balance.

As babies progress to standing and walking, the two-wheeled design combined with a baby's own feet creates four points of ground contact. Strider says this setup helps children build independent balance more effectively than three- or four-wheeled toys that balance on their own.

Chapin, S.C. – September 18, 2026 -- A high summer energy bill rarely comes from one single problem, according to HVAC experts Rick Liberti and Jon McCartha of Mid-State Heating and Air LLC in Chapin, South Carolina. Their insights, featured in a new HelloNation article, break down the everyday household issues that push cooling costs higher during peak heat.

Dirty filters force HVAC systems to work overtime

Dirty filters restrict airflow, making the system use more energy just to circulate air through the home. Beyond raising costs, this strain also reduces overall indoor comfort.

Poor insulation lets cooled air escape through walls and gaps

When cool air leaks out through attics, walls, or gaps around doors and windows, the HVAC unit has to work harder to replace it. Even a properly functioning system can struggle to keep temperatures steady in a poorly insulated home.

Buckhead – September 18, 2026 -- Fine jewelry needs more than an occasional wipe-down to stay secure and brilliant, according to jewelry expert Olivia Bateman of LeeBrant Jewelry and Watch Company in Buckhead, Georgia. Bateman recommends an annual professional cleaning and inspection to catch small issues before they turn into costly repairs or lost stones.

Daily wear loosens settings more than most owners realize

Lotions, perfumes, and everyday movement gradually affect metals and can loosen stones over months of wear. Bateman compares a professional inspection to a wellness check: simple, preventative, and essential for long-term protection.

Las Vegas – September 18, 2026 -- Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino is marking the first anniversary of Universal Horror Unleashed with two new overnight packages that pair a stay in its year-round Halloween Suite with tickets to the horror attraction at AREA15.

The Ultra Spooky package bundles transportation, drinks and a prize pack

The Halloween Suite Ultra Spooky Hotel Package includes a two-night stay in the Halloween Suite, two tickets to Universal Horror Unleashed, round-trip transportation between Westgate and AREA15, a specialty cocktail at Velvet Bar, an exclusive Halloween prize pack and surprise seasonal amenities. Guests can book it by calling 702-732-5631.

A simpler Suite & Ticket option is also available

A second option, the Halloween Suite & Ticket Package, offers a two-night stay in the Halloween Suite plus two tickets to Universal Horror Unleashed, bookable online.

Auburn Hills – September 18, 2026 -- Dodge and Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) revealed new race car liveries featuring the Charger Super Bee logo and the limited-run Purple Haze color ahead of the inaugural Dodge NHRA Great Lakes Nationals presented by Mopar, set for Sept. 18-20 at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park in Martin, Michigan.

The event marks the first NHRA National event in Michigan in 66 years, since Detroit Dragway hosted the U.S. Nationals in 1960.