Temecula, Calif. – September 29, 2026 -- Fitness 19 has published a new guide, "How to Use Apps to Effectively Track Your Workouts," aimed at helping gym-goers pick the right digital tool to log their training.

Apps fall into three distinct categories

The guide sorts fitness apps into strength trackers, which log sets, reps, and rate of perceived exertion (RPE); endurance trackers, which record splits, elevation gain, and heart rate; and holistic trackers, which monitor workouts alongside nutrition, sleep, and recovery data.

Washington – September 29, 2026 -- U.S. News & World Report has released its 2027 Life Insurance Companies Awards, naming Nationwide as Best Life Insurance Company Overall for scoring highest across key evaluation metrics.

New York – September 29, 2026 -- Zelle is picking up the fare on a different NYC Ferry route every Thursday in October, part of a push to cut the cost of getting to a date across the city's boroughs.

Zelle sponsors five ferry routes through October

Starting October 1, Zelle will cover rides on a rotating schedule: St. George on October 1, East River on October 8, Rockaway–Soundview on October 15, South Brooklyn on October 22, and Astoria on October 29. NYC Ferry operates first-come, first-served, and tickets are valid one-way only.

Omaha, Neb. – September 29, 2026 -- Halloween shopping has stopped being a one-night errand, with 49% of shoppers starting in September or earlier and total U.S. spending on track to hit a record $13.5 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation.

New York – September 29, 2026 -- Ian Lopatin, co-founder of the lifestyle brand Spiritual Gangster and of the Of Course Sanctuary wellness community, will release his debut book, "The Way of a Spiritual Gangster," on October 10, 2026, through Mark Victor Hansen Library publishing.

New York – September 29, 2026 -- Lemonade has launched renters insurance in Alaska, giving residents access to app-based coverage starting at $5 per month.

Coverage starts at $5 monthly, undercutting national averages

The company says its renters insurance rates run roughly 30% below the national average. Customers can also qualify for extra discounts by bundling policies, installing home safety devices, or opting for annual billing.

Los Angeles – September 29, 2026 -- Sports fans chasing every game across major leagues could now pay more than $2,266 a year to subscribe to eight separate streaming platforms, according to new analysis from Lucky Rebel.

The combined monthly cost of the eight services studied climbed from $149.95 in 2021 to $188.86 in 2026, a 26% jump equal to nearly $39 more per month. The figure reflects the cost of holding all eight subscriptions simultaneously, not what a typical fan spends.

Georges Mills, N.H. – September 29, 2026 -- Actor Josh Duhamel has joined footwear brand STOKE Shoes as a partner, aiming to spotlight wide-fit sneakers for the estimated 97 million American men with wide feet.

Duhamel says he was already wearing the shoes before signing on

Duhamel, who wears a wide width himself, began wearing STOKE Shoes on and off set before formalizing the partnership. "I got tired of paying over 200 bucks for sneakers that made my feet hurt. I'm on my feet all day and STOKE Shoes is the only shoe I wear," he said.

Jacksonville – September 29, 2026 -- Sandbox VR will open its newest venue at St. Johns Town Center in Jacksonville, Florida, on October 9, 2026, offering a 20% presale discount through October 8 for guests who book ahead.

Denver – September 29, 2026 -- The Beef. It's What's For Dinner. brand has launched a new video series called One Ingredient, Endless Cultures, tracing how beef shapes iconic dishes worldwide, from birria to bolognese to bulgogi.

The series organizes recipes into three global categories

The videos group dishes under Beef Sandwiches, Beef & Noodles, and Beef Pastries & Dumplings, each anchored by a standout recipe tied to a specific culinary tradition.