United States

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.

Irvine, Calif. – September 12, 2026 -- LA Fitness will host its first-ever 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb from September 11-13 at select clubs nationwide, inviting participants to climb 110 flights of stairs on StairMaster machines in tribute to the World Trade Center's 110 stories.

The event, organized by operator Fitness International, LLC, is open to members, guests, local first responders, and community members. Some locations may feature firefighter appearances, special fitness classes, live DJs, and local vendors alongside the stair-climb challenge.

First responders get a free 30-day guest pass

Fitness International will offer a complimentary 30-day guest pass exclusively for first responders, giving them access to LA Fitness amenities and equipment. The pass must be redeemed between September 11 and September 13, 2026 at participating clubs.

Oldenburg, Indiana – – September 12, 2026 -- Clinical psychologist Claire Hillenbrand Sherman has released "Discover Wholeness with Carl Jung and His Red Book," a guide that translates Carl Jung's analytical psychology into practical exercises for readers unfamiliar with his original texts. The book is available in softcover (ISBN 9781665780834) and electronic (ISBN 9781665780827) formats through Archway Publishing, Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Las Vegas – September 12, 2026 -- Green Dispensary has opened its fourth Nevada location at 5530 N Decatur Blvd, Suite 115, in northwest Las Vegas.

The store opens daily from 8 a.m. to midnight near Decatur Boulevard and Ann Road

Green Dispensary North serves customers in northwest Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Centennial Hills, and Aliante. The location offers in-store shopping, order-ahead pickup, curbside pickup, drive-thru service, and delivery to eligible addresses.

The menu includes flower, edibles, and topicals alongside CBD products

Shoppers can browse flower, pre-rolls, vapes, edibles, concentrates, tinctures, topicals, cannabidiol products, and accessories. Customers can get guidance from in-store budtenders or check the location's live online menu before arriving.

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.

Little Rock – September 12, 2026 -- The American Association of Kidney Patients (AAKP) will host its 51st annual National Patient Meeting September 10-13, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas, with free admission and meals for kidney patients, family members, care partners, and living organ donors. Pre-registration is encouraged online or by calling (800) 749-2257.

The event opens with a free policy forum at the Clinton Presidential Center

AAKP's Public Policy Forum runs September 10 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CT at the William J. Clinton Presidential Center, with doors opening at noon and lunch provided. The session covers kidney research, innovation, and how federal regulatory and reimbursement decisions affect patient care. Registration is required.

Cincinnati – September 12, 2026 -- Penn Station Sandwiches, recently rebranded from Penn Station East Coast Subs, has relaunched its annual Deals for Down Syndrome fundraising campaign, letting guests donate $5 for a coupon booklet worth more than $30 in offers.

The chain matches every dollar raised, doubling the impact of customer donations, with proceeds benefiting Down Syndrome Associations across the country. The campaign has surpassed $2 million in total support to date, according to founder Jeff Osterfeld.

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.

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – September 12, 2026 -- Princess Cruises is inviting its most loyal passengers to compete for a seat aboard its float in the 138th Rose Parade presented by Honda, held January 1, 2027, in Pasadena, California.

Four winners get a trip for two and a spot on the float

The "Share Your Princess Story" contest is open only to Princess Captain's Circle Elite members -- guests who have completed at least 15 cruises or 150 cruise days with the line. Entrants must submit a 300- to 500-word essay about their most memorable Princess experiences at www.princessshareyourstory.com. Entries close September 22, 2026, and four winners will be chosen by October 6, each receiving a trip for two to Pasadena with the chance to ride the float down Colorado Boulevard.

The contest is limited to legal residents of the 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are at least 18 years old.

Miami – September 12, 2026 -- Real-money gaming app Betr has launched Betr 2.0, a rebrand that unifies five products -- Picks, Predictions, Social Sportsbook, Social Casino, and Arcade -- into a single platform, alongside a new ad campaign reuniting Entourage stars Jeremy Piven and Adrian Grenier.

Betr becomes the first consumer app to integrate Polymarket

The centerpiece of the relaunch is Predictions, a new prediction-markets product built through an integration with Polymarket. Betr says it is the first consumer app to launch this integration, with a phased rollout now underway to eligible users in select states. Initial markets will cover sports, with a full release planned later this football season and additional real-world event markets expected over time.