Seattle – October 28, 2026 -- Alaska Airlines will start its first nonstop service between Anchorage and Tokyo Narita on May 13, 2027, with introductory round-trip fares from $999. The seasonal route links Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and Narita International Airport. It remains subject to government approval.

Washington – October 28, 2026 -- Microplastics turned up in the blood of 27 of 28 people tested in a new report, a 96% detection rate across participants in Canada and the United States.

The report, titled Microplastics in Me: Finding Plastics in Human Blood, comes from Plastic Pollution Coalition, Plastic People, and the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment. It is the first to publicly identify a group of individuals who have microplastics in their bodies.

Brunswick, Md. – October 28, 2026 -- Gilded Dragonfly Gallery has joined Brunswick's growing arts district, offering one-of-a-kind handcrafted art jewelry and fine craft by local artists.

A metalsmith opens her own gallery

Jayme Marshall, a metalsmith and jewelry designer, founded the gallery to show her own work alongside a curated collection from local makers. Visitors can also support independent artists and small creative businesses.

Raleigh – October 28, 2026 -- Patients in Cary, Wake Forest and Holly Springs can book care at a dermatology practice that just won three Gold honors in The News & Observer's Raleigh's Best Awards for the second year in a row.

Preston Dermatology takes two practice-level Gold awards

Preston Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center won Gold for Best Dermatologist and Gold for Best Medical Practice. Its founder, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Sheel Desai Solomon, also took Gold for Best Doctor.

New York – October 28, 2026 -- Dog owners can now pick up PetLabCo.'s probiotic chews, dental powder and joint supplement in person at all 1,500+ PetSmart stores across the U.S.

Four products now sit on PetSmart shelves

The retail rollout covers the Tailored Probiotic Chews, ProBright dental powder, Joint Care Chew Advanced and Tailored Allergy & Immune Probiotic Chews. Each is vet-reviewed and aimed at one of four areas: gut health, dental hygiene including bad breath, mobility, and seasonal allergies.

LOS ANGELES – October 28, 2026 -- AutoFull's new C3 Pro Series gaming chairs are on sale in the United States now through the brand's website and Amazon, and the top model adds a ventilated, heated seat for long sessions at the desk.

Two models split essentials from extras

The series has two versions. The C3 Pro Standard covers the basics: adjustable lumbar support, lightning-inspired styling and everyday comfort. AutoFull aims it at first-time gaming chair buyers and people upgrading from a basic chair.

Los Angeles – October 28, 2026 -- Lear Capital, a Los Angeles precious metals company, says it has passed $5 billion in lifetime transactions covering gold and silver purchases, sales and IRA rollovers for nearly 150,000 customers since 1997.

NEW YORK – October 28, 2026 -- Two episodes of NBC's 1st Look Presents: Extra Mile Club are now streaming on Peacock. In them, two luxury travel advisors compete to design a Belgium getaway for Bravo personality Bozoma "Boz" Saint John and her fiancé, Keely Watson.

LAKE BUENA VISTA – October 28, 2026 -- K-12 teachers can enter the 2027 Teachers Sweepstakes through Jan. 17, 2027, for a chance to join 15 winners at Walt Disney World Resort from April 29 to May 2, 2027, ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week.

Winners get a four-day, three-night stay

Disney Imagination Campus is running the sweepstakes with The Muppets, who will join the celebration. Winners are chosen at random. Their prize includes a four-day, three-night stay at the resort, and they can bring traveling companions.

DETROIT – October 28, 2026 -- Racing fans can meet top drivers, ride along on an indoor track and see race cars up close at Racing Day, set for Tuesday, January 19, during the 2027 Detroit Auto Show at Huntington Place in Downtown Detroit.

Public show tickets are on sale now at detroitautoshow.com, with special pricing through November 30. The show runs January 14-24.