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New York – September 16, 2026 -- New York fashion label HIROMI ASAI will present its Spring/Summer 2027 men's collection, "Akatsuki — Before the Dawn," at New York Fashion Week on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT.

The show, staged as a Flying Solo Show on a Midtown Manhattan rooftop, is invitation only. Designer Hiromi Asai has worked with Japanese kimono artisans since 2017, translating traditional textile craftsmanship into contemporary menswear; Asai first showed authentic kimonos at NYFW in 2016.

Eight looks trace the shift from night to first light

The collection's title refers to akatsuki, the Japanese word for the moment just before dawn. Its eight looks move through deep navy, charcoal and earthy tones before easing into soft whites and luminous neutrals.

Los Angeles – September 16, 2026 -- Pacsun has launched a 32-piece women's NFL apparel collection in partnership with licensed sports brand The Wild Collective, with prices ranging from $45 to $90.

The collection is available now at select Pacsun stores and online, covering fans of eight teams: the Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, and San Francisco 49ers.

Officially licensed apparel gets a fashion-forward redesign

Instead of standard team merchandise, the lineup reworks NFL gear into sculpted tanks, boyfriend tees, cropped knit cardigans, polos, and bomber jackets. The pieces are built with women's proportions and styling in mind, designed to transition from the stadium into everyday wear.

New York – September 16, 2026 -- ALLSWIFIT will launch its new carbon-plate running shoe, ActiveRise+, exclusively on the brand's website on September 15, 2026, targeting everyday runners rather than race-day specialists.

The shoe weighs approximately 6.35 to 6.56 ounces in a US Men's Size 9 and delivers more than 80% energy return, according to the company. ALLSWIFIT positions ActiveRise+ as a more approachable alternative to aggressive race-day carbon-plate shoes, aimed at runners doing tempo runs, interval sessions, and long-distance training.

McKinney, Texas – September 16, 2026 -- A new HelloNation feature breaks down how barrel aging shapes the flavor, aroma, and longevity of red and white wines, drawing on insights from Bob Landon, winery expert at Landon Winery in McKinney, Texas.

Oak interacts with wine in ways stainless steel cannot

Barrel aging introduces flavors, tannins, and micro-oxygenation that guide how a wine develops over time. According to the article, choices about oak type and barrel age become part of a winemaker's signature, affecting everything from aroma to long-term stability.

French and American oak deliver different results

French oak has a fine grain that adds subtle spice and delicate tannins without overpowering the fruit, making it suited to preserving a wine's natural character. American oak, with its looser grain, delivers stronger flavor notes of vanilla, coconut, and baking spice, pairing well with bolder wines.

United States – September 16, 2026 -- Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) is marking the anniversary of the September 11 attacks by reaffirming its commitment to support veterans and service members for as long as they need help, not on a fixed timeline.

WWP CEO Walt Piatt says the organization's promise has no expiration date

"After 9/11, millions of Americans raised their hands and said, 'Send me,'" Piatt said. "It is now our turn to keep our promise to be there for them no matter what. Not for five years. Not for 25 years. For as long as they need us."

The nonprofit began in 2003 with backpacks delivered to wounded service members' bedsides

WWP started by handing out backpacks filled with comfort items to wounded troops in hospitals. That simple gesture grew into a broader effort to support warriors and their families through recovery and beyond.

Irving, Texas – September 16, 2026 -- Bike.com has launched its website with a giveaway offering readers a chance to win a Denago City 1 Step-Thru eBike, valued at $1,299.

The winner will be announced on September 18 at 11:00 AM CDT

Bike.com, a new media company and online marketplace focused on eBikes, is marking its official launch with the contest. Entrants can subscribe to Bike.com's newsletter for a base entry, with additional entries available by following the company on social media.

The Denago City 1 packs a 500W motor with 750W peak output and 60 miles of range

The step-thru commuter eBike features a 48V, 13.6Ah LG-powered battery rated at 652.8 Wh and compliant with UL 2849 safety standards. Riders can reach 28 MPH using pedal assist or 20 MPH on throttle alone, with a multi-voltage charger delivering a full charge in about five hours.

New York – September 16, 2026 -- Consumer365 has spotlighted NELL, a Japanese direct-to-consumer mattress brand, in its 2026 cooling mattress coverage following the company's first U.S. launch.

NELL packs four times the standard coil count into its mattresses

A king-size NELL mattress contains 4,704 individually wrapped pocket coils, compared to the 500 to 1,000 coils typically found in standard mattresses, according to the company. Each coil responds independently to pressure, with firmer support built into the middle and perimeter zones and more contouring at the shoulders and hips.

Thin layers of foam and cotton sit above the coils, allowing air to move around the springs and through the comfort layers to help release heat and moisture during the night.

Philadelphia – September 16, 2026 -- Guests who show up at any Insomnia Cookies bakery in the U.S. or Canada wearing pajamas on Tuesday, Sept. 15, can score one free Classic cookie, no purchase or Insomnia Rewards membership required.

The offer runs from 8 p.m. until close at most bakeries, with the Dayton, Ohio location celebrating from 6 to 10 p.m. instead. Limited-time and Deluxe cookies are excluded from the deal.

The tradition dates back to 2019 and has grown into a September fixture

Insomnia Cookies first held PJ Party in 2019, and the company declared it National PJ Party Night in 2024. Last year's event gave away approximately 67,000 free cookies across the brand's bakery network.

Kansas City – September 16, 2026 -- America Haunts, the national association of premier haunted attractions, has released its Road Trip Worthy Top 5 for 2026, naming five haunted attractions built to anchor an entire fall getaway rather than a quick October stop.

Talon Falls Screampark debuts a new hayride near the Paducah metro in Kentucky

The park's 2026 season adds Blood Creek Haunted Hayride: Mutant's Revenge to its existing lineup, bringing the total to 10 haunted mazes at one location. Its position near the Kentucky, Illinois, Missouri and Tennessee borders makes it a natural stop for travelers crossing state lines.

Berlin – September 12, 2026 -- SATELLAI has introduced its next-generation Sense AI system and two new connected pet wearables at IFA 2026, aiming to translate animal behavior data into plain-language insights for owners.

SATELLAI Sense AI turns raw activity data into readable behavior summaries

The system combines pet sensor data, owner-provided information, and breed-specific context to flag behavioral patterns and changes over time. New features debuting on the SATELLAI Cat Tag include Pet Personality Portraits, a Pet Diary that narrates daily activity, and a Virtual Pet Nanny that highlights unusual shifts in habits. "Smart sensors give us data, but AI gives that data context," said Mark Mao, founder and CEO of SATELLAI. The company states Sense AI is designed to build understanding, not to diagnose medical conditions.