New York – September 28, 2026 -- BOOX has opened preorders for the Picco, a 3.97-inch monochrome ePaper eReader priced at $99.99, with shipping expected by November.

Weighing approximately 58 grams and sized roughly like a playing card, the Picco is BOOX's smallest eReader to date. It's built to slip into a pocket or bag for reading during commutes, lines or short breaks, offering an alternative to pulling out a smartphone.

New York – September 27, 2026 -- Consumer365 has named Quay among the best prescription sunglasses for 2026, spotlighting the brand's fashion-forward frames, customizable lens tints, and published prices for shoppers seeking premium-looking eyewear on a set budget.

New York – September 25, 2026 -- A national awareness campaign on blood cancers and serious blood disorders launches within USA TODAY and online through Mediaplanet's Future of Personal Health digital hub. The Blood Cancers & Disorders campaign brings together clinical organizations, patient advocates and survivors to share trusted information on diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.

New York – September 25, 2026 -- Consumer365 has named Quay its top choice for polarized sunglasses in 2026, citing the brand's glare-reducing lenses for driving, fishing, and outdoor use.

The review credited the designation to the practical value of Quay's polarized lenses, the variety across its collection, and 100% UVA and UVB protection included on both polarized and non-polarized styles.

New York – September 25, 2026 -- Consumer365 has named Sleep Number the best mattress brand for couples in its 2026 review, citing the ability for each partner to set a different firmness level on their own side of the bed. Every Sleep Number mattress in queen size or larger includes this feature, letting one person choose a softer feel while the other selects firmer support.

The review highlights ComfortMode Lux as its top pick for couples and singles out ClimateCool for pairs where one partner sleeps hotter than the other.

New York – September 24, 2026 -- HexClad has launched its first bakeware line, a six-piece collection priced between $179 and $399, now available for pre-sale with shipping expected to begin October 5.

New York – September 24, 2026 -- The Inner Circle has named David H. Lifschutz, MD, FAPA, a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for his contributions to psychiatry and mental health care.

Dr. Lifschutz has practiced psychiatry for more than 50 years

He treats patients age 13 and older through psychiatric evaluation, psychotherapy, and clinical psychopharmacology, with expertise in trauma treatment, ketamine assisted psychotherapy, and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). His work also covers attachment disorders and aviation related mental health.

Phoenix – September 24, 2026 -- A Vietnam veteran's estate gift sent 360 fellow veterans, service members and first responders to New York Yankees games against the Mets on September 11, 12 and 13, fulfilling his final wish to keep serving the community he devoted his life to.

New York – September 24, 2026 -- Rivet, a new dating network founded by former Tinder and Match Group executive Taru Kapoor, launches nationwide across the United States today, free to download on iOS and Android.

New York – September 24, 2026 -- National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day, marked every September 30, turns 10 this year, and Olive Oils From Spain is using the milestone to push American cooks beyond their single go-to bottle.

The campaign, dubbed a Spanish Flavor Renaissance, highlights that Spain grows more than 200 olive varieties across a production history spanning 3,000 years. Flavor profiles range from delicate green apple and almond notes to bold, peppery finishes.