Washington – October 15, 2026 -- Parents of new drivers can get free training, a customizable family driving agreement and a practice-tracking app through the National Safety Council's DriveitHOME program, offered with General Motors ahead of National Teen Driver Safety Week (Oct. 18-24).

Crashes remain the top preventable killer of teens

Car crashes are the leading cause of preventable death for U.S. teens. In 2024, 5,247 people died in crashes involving drivers ages 15-20, a 6.5% decrease from the prior year.

Plant City, Fla. – October 15, 2026 -- Florida families weighing term against whole life insurance can now turn to a HelloNation guide that compares the two, from 10-, 20- and 30-year term policies to lifetime coverage with a cash value component.

New York – October 15, 2026 -- Visitors can now buy tickets to see the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball up close, from $155, and a $295 premium tier lets them remove a 2026 Waterford crystal from the Ball and take it home.

Two ticket tiers open the doors at One Times Square

The standard Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Experience includes a behind-the-scenes tour and close access to the Constellation Ball. It is the ninth iteration of the Ball in its century-plus history. Guests can also take a photo with the Ball before the countdown.

Phoenix – October 15, 2026 -- Families can get two extra-large pizzas for $29.99 at Peter Piper Pizza this October, alongside a pumpkin-shaped Halloween pizza from $16.48 and a bonus on digital gift cards. The deals mark National Pizza Month.

Two XL pizzas add up to 24 slices for $29.99

The Double Up XL deal covers two extra-large, one-topping pizzas totaling 24 slices. It is available for dine-in, delivery and carryout at participating locations.

Dalton – October 15, 2026 -- Century Complete is now selling new single-family homes at Old Praters Mill in Dalton, Georgia, with prices starting from the upper $200s, and the community holds its Grand Opening on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Grand Opening lets buyers tour move-in ready homes

Visitors can walk through move-in ready homes, meet the Century Complete team, and learn about home savings and financing through affiliate lender Inspire Home Loans. The community is at 156 Old Prater Mill Road NE, Dalton, GA 30721.

New York – October 15, 2026 -- Sandbox VR opens its first New York City location on October 23 at 777 7th Avenue in Times Square, and guests who book by October 22 can save 20% on all tickets.

The 10,324-square-foot Manhattan venue is the company's 100th location. It sits within walking distance of Broadway's Theatre District, Rockefeller Center, and Radio City Music Hall.

Chicago – October 15, 2026 -- PredictArena Inc., a new prediction market platform built around creators, is now live on the web, with a mobile app due in the coming weeks.

Fans can follow creators, handicappers and ex-athletes

The platform is aimed at people who already follow creators, sports handicappers and former athletes. Creators can build profiles, publish their predictions and take part economically. Fans get markets tied to the topics and people they follow.

Los Angeles – October 15, 2026 -- The Los Angeles Auto Show runs Nov. 20–29, 2026, giving shoppers a chance to compare gas, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles from nearly two dozen brands in one place. Test drives and ride experiences are included with admission.

New York – October 15, 2026 -- WeWard's Walking Mode, which locks distracting apps like social media and games until you hit your daily step goal, is available now on iOS after landing on TIME's Best Inventions of 2026 list in the Apps & Software category. Android is coming soon.

Los Angeles – – October 15, 2026 -- Fans heading to the F1 ACADEMY grand finale in Las Vegas can spend the weekend of Nov. 19 to Nov. 21 in a Hello Kitty-themed Fan Zone, with games, limited-edition merchandise and photo opportunities. Sanrio is bringing Hello Kitty and Friends back to the event, where 18 of the world's best female drivers will compete.

Jill Koch, Chief Brand Officer at Sanrio, Inc., said the partnership is about celebrating individuality, friendship and the confidence to pursue your dreams.