Los Angeles – September 22, 2026 -- Mathnasium, a math tutoring franchise with more than 1,300 learning centers worldwide, is rolling out two new offerings: Mathnasium Plus, a structured enrichment program for advanced students, and myMathnasium, a digital parent portal and app. Both are now available in the United States.

New York – September 22, 2026 -- J.Crew is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its Barn Jacket by photographing 160 people across five U.S. cities and launching a new 2026 collection priced from $98 to $898.

New York – September 22, 2026 -- Elm Biosciences, the skincare company co-founded by Martha Stewart and dermatologist Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali, launched the Elemental Lip Serum on September 22, 2026, priced at $45 and sold exclusively at ElmBiosciences.com and select dermatology partners.

Cleveland – September 22, 2026 -- Minwax has introduced Minwax One Step Stain & Topcoat, a water-based product that combines wood stain and protective finish into a single application, cutting DIY project time significantly.

Portland – September 22, 2026 -- Bob's Red Mill is marking National Good Neighbor Day on September 28 by encouraging people to bake a homemade treat for someone nearby, teaming up with actor and author Lauren Graham for the occasion.

Los Angeles – September 22, 2026 -- "Chrysalis," a U.S.-Vietnam family drama inspired by artist Sir Daniel K. Winn's childhood, opened in Vietnam on Sept. 11 to positive reviews from critics and audiences ahead of its planned April 2027 U.S. premiere, presented by the Beverly Hills Film Festival.

Anchorage, Alaska – September 22, 2026 -- Explore.org and Katmai Conservancy have opened the 12th season of Fat Bear Week, running September 22-29, 2026, inviting the public to vote online for the plumpest brown bear at Brooks River.

Voting decides the 2026 champion on September 29

Fans can cast votes in head-to-head matchups on the Fat Bear Week website starting September 22, with new rounds advancing bears each day. The 2026 Champion will be crowned September 29 at 5 p.m. Alaska Time.

Prairie du Sac – September 22, 2026 -- Culver's is bringing back Curdtoberfest, its annual monthlong celebration of Wisconsin heritage and cheese curds, running from Sept. 28 through Oct. 31.

The Smoked Cheddar CurderBurger debuts as the brand's first flavored CurderBurger

Culver's fresh, never-frozen beef gets topped with golden-fried smoked cheddar cheese in the new burger, available Sept. 28 through Oct. 11 or while supplies last. It marks the first flavored version of the CurderBurger since the item debuted in 2021.

Seattle – September 22, 2026 -- A whitefish sold in the freezer aisle of most major grocery stores is drawing new attention as a whole-food protein source, delivering 26 grams of complete protein per 3.5-ounce serving. Wild Alaska Sole, often labeled Wild Alaska Flounder in the U.S., comes from Alaskan waters and contains all nine essential amino acids the body cannot produce on its own.

Olathe, Kan. – September 22, 2026 -- Garmin has rolled out a free software update for several smartwatches and cycling computers, adding fall detection, hands-free voice commands and new training tools.

Venu 4 owners now get automatic fall detection

The feature, new to the Venu 4 smartwatch, sends a message with the wearer's live location to preset emergency contacts if a hard fall is detected. Users can turn on monitoring all day or limit it to specific activities. The feature requires pairing with a smartphone.