Long before he became the first President of the United States and the man forever remembered as the “Father of His Country”, George Washington was an ambitious young officer thrust into a brutal and uncertain world where every decision carried life-or-death consequences.
Halloween has become more than a one-night celebration for pet parents. From trick-or-treating and family photos to neighborhood costume contests and festive gatherings, pets are taking center stage in one of the year’s most anticipated holidays. According to a new PetSmart survey, more than seven in 10 pet parents (71%) plan to celebrate Halloween with…
WK Kellogg Co has announced an accelerated timeline to eliminate all artificial colors and the preservative BHT across its full portfolio of cereals and cereal packaging. Production of cereals with the new recipes, including Kellogg’s Froot Loops and Kellogg’s Apple Jacks, will begin later this year, with food shipping to retailers before year-end. The company…
Kickstarter has announced the launch of the Kickstarter Culture Fund, a $1 million fund supporting independent creators working across Art, Fashion, Film and Music. The fund is the first to be financed entirely by Kickstarter and is open to creators around the world. The Kickstarter Culture Fund is a key expression of the company’s recently…
Consumers shopping for electric and hybrid vehicles have more choices than ever before. Mercury Insurance has released its annual ranking of the 10 most affordable new 2026 model year electric and hybrid vehicles to insure, helping buyers better understand one of the ongoing costs of vehicle ownership. “Electric vehicles have become increasingly mainstream,” Chong Gao,…
Coulson Aviation Canada, the Canadian division of Coulson Aviation, has acquired 10 former Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130H Hercules aircraft from the Government of Canada. The acquisition doubles Coulson’s global C-130H fleet from 10 aircraft to 20 and gives its Canadian division the scale to build the world’s largest and most capable C-130 airtanker fleet.…
Build-A-Bear Workshop® is celebrating Halloween with the launch of its 2026 Halloween collection, featuring the all-new Jumping Spider plush as the centerpiece of the company’s seasonal “Spooky Stuff You Love” campaign. The collection arrived online and at participating Build-A-Bear Workshop locations on August 6. Inspired by the growing popularity of jumping spiders among animal enthusiasts…
The Farmer’s Dog, the leader in real, human-grade dog food, has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Woof, the award-winning pet company known for its functional enrichment and wellness products. Since its founding, The Farmer’s Dog has served more than one billion meals and helped redefine how Americans think about feeding…
After a seven-year hiatus, Trop Jr – Australia’s national short film competition for young filmmakers aged 15 and under – is back in 2026. Powered by the Australian Children’s Television Foundation (ACTF), Trop Jr gives young people a platform to develop their storytelling skills, share original ideas and experience the creative process behind screen production.…
The live-action comedy series Caper Crew, produced by Easy Tiger for the ABC, is set to entertain audiences across the world, with the Australian Children’s Television Foundation (ACTF) selling the global rights to the program to Netflix (excluding Australia). Caper Crew, which premiered in Australia in April 2026, is a stylish, fast-paced family adventure full…
Screen Australia and YouTube Australia have announced five new projects that will share in up to $650,000 as part of the eleventh instalment of the Skip Ahead initiative. First launched in 2014, Skip Ahead is the ground-breaking program from Screen Australia in partnership with YouTube Australia. Open to documentary and scripted narrative Australian YouTube creators,…
Behind an unassuming factory facade in Thornbury sits one of Australia’s great living archives of music, art and popular culture. Rock Posters is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026, marking four decades of printing and installing the street posters that have announced Melbourne’s concerts, festivals, exhibitions, films, theatre productions, political campaigns and defining cultural moments.…
PepsiCo has announced the U.S. launch of Alvalle gazpacho, a ready-to-eat refrigerated soup made with vegetables and extra-virgin olive oil. The introduction marks a continued step in the company’s expansion into fresh, meal-adjacent foods and the growing chilled category. Alvalle arrives as consumers increasingly seek simple, recognizable ingredients paired with convenience. Positioned in the refrigerated…
The United Kingdom Competition and Markets Authority has today formally cleared the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (NASDAQ: WBD) (“WBD”) by Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) (“Paramount”), representing an important milestone in completing the transaction. Paramount is grateful to the CMA for its constructive engagement and its review of the transaction. Separately, Paramount has…
North Sydney Olympic Pool has officially reopened in its 90th anniversary year, with local swimmers among the first back in the water. Community members, special guests and dignitaries gathered beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge for an official Opening Ceremony celebrating the Pool’s return following its extensive restoration and redevelopment. The ceremony featured a Smoking Ceremony…
As part of the inaugural Coles Community Food Relief Appeal, for the first time, Coles will donate the equivalent of 1,000 meals for every goal scored across Round 22 of the Toyota AFL Premiership Season, which continues tonight, to support Australians experiencing food hardship. The Round 22 initiative is a first for Coles and supports…
Monash‑led research has revealed that one in ten butterfly species globally has shifted its distribution range, with climate change and extreme weather driving nearly 80 per cent of documented movements. The study, the largest of its kind, analysed 6,182 range‑shift records for 1,758 species across 105 countries, drawing on English and non‑English scientific literature as…
Four runners are taking on a 6,000 kilometre run from Cape York to Wilsons Promontory, aiming for a world record and a $1 million fundraising target for Destiny Rescue. Destiny Rescue is a non-profit organisation with a mission to rescue children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation and equip them to stay free. Griffin Hughes,…
Segway, a global leader in the micromobility and LEV space, today opens pre-orders on the new MAX G3 Plus electric scooter, a refined upgrade of its flagship MAX G3. Customers can pre-order today at store.Segway.com in the U.S. for a limited-time discount price of $1,149.99 ($350 off $1,499.99 MSRP). Built for riders ready to take…