Disney+ Prices to Rise Again in October
Disney+ is raising subscription prices again in October, with ad and ad-free tiers seeing increases, plus higher bundle and annual plan costs. This marks the fourth consecutive year of hikes.
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Panera Collabs With Gilmore Girls for New Fall Menu
Panera’s fall menu brings back Black Bean Soup after 7 years, alongside new items like a Crème Brûlée Latte and Harvest Medley Chicken Salad, plus a Gilmore Girls promo meal on the Panera app.
Black Ops 7 Multiplayer Reveal and Beta
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 multiplayer drops Nov. 14 with 16 maps, a new Overload mode, and the return of classics like Raid and Hijacked. The global reveal arrives Sept. 30, with an open beta kicking off Oct. 2 on all platforms.
Stone Island x New Balance Reveal 574 Ghost
Stone Island x New Balance launch the 574 Ghost on Sept. 23. All-suede design with tonal colorways in dark brown, grey, and navy.
Jimmy Kimmel Returning to Air Tuesday
Jimmy Kimmel will return to Jimmy Kimmel Live! Tuesday after ABC suspended the show over comments about Charlie Kirk’s death. Disney says the decision followed “thoughtful conversations.”
Montblanc Unveils $905 Digital Paper Tablet
Montblanc launches the $905 Digital Paper tablet with E Ink screen, stylus, and wireless charging, entering the premium e-note market against Kindle Scribe and ReMarkable.
AB InBev and Netflix Strike Global Partnership
AB InBev and Netflix sign global deal to integrate Bud Light, Stella Artois and more into shows, beer packs, and live events, expanding beyond traditional ads.
Apple’s Foldable iPhone to Mirror Ultra-Thin iPhone Air Design
Apple’s foldable iPhone, resembling two ultra-thin iPhone Airs, is expected in fall 2026 with a $2,000 price tag. Manufacturing will involve Foxconn in China.
Dunkin’ x Urban Outfitters Launch Coffee-Inspired Capsule
Dunkin’ and Urban Outfitters drop a coffee-inspired capsule collection on Sept. 29, featuring apparel, accessories, and exclusive cameras. Prices $29–$75, available in stores and online for a limited time.
Nara Smith Debuts First Fashion Collab With Reformation
Nara Smith launches her debut 20-piece capsule with Reformation, blending 1950s glamour and sustainable design. Prices $148–$448, available now online and in select stores.
Zuckerberg Unveils $799 Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses
Meta launches $799 Ray-Ban Display glasses with built-in neural-controlled display, plus new Oakley Vanguard sports model and Horizon TV for VR streaming.
Google Adds Gemini AI to Chrome After Antitrust Win
Google integrates Gemini AI into Chrome after antitrust ruling, bringing new task automation, cross-app features, and deeper competition in the browser space.
Taylor Swift Brings ‘Showgirl’ Release Party to Theaters
Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl release party comes to theaters Oct. 3–5 with music video premieres, behind-the-scenes footage, and fan-friendly celebrations worldwide.
Kith x adidas Football Fall 2025 Drops
Kith x adidas Football Fall 2025 launches September 19 with flame-detailed jerseys, denim-infused outerwear, premium footwear, and accessories, fronted by Pogba and Dybala.
Bubly x Apple Bottoms Drop Y2K ‘Apple Bubly Jeans’ Bundle
Bubly and Nelly’s Apple Bottoms drop a limited-time “Apple Bubly Jeans” bundle featuring custom denim, apple Bubly flavor, and Y2K-inspired extras.
The Summer I Turned Pretty Movie Announced by Prime Video
Prime Video will end The Summer I Turned Pretty with a feature film written and directed by Jenny Han, delivering the final chapter of Belly’s story after Season 3.
Popeyes and Hot Ones Launch Spicy Collab Across U.S. and Canada
Popeyes and Hot Ones launch a limited-time spicy menu in the U.S. and Canada, featuring the Smokin’ Rojo Sandwich, Ghost Wings, and The Last Dab sauce. Includes app rewards, Skip delivery discounts, and a Keke Palmer reunion episode.
ABC Suspends Jimmy Kimmel Over Remarks About Charlie Kirk Shooting
ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel indefinitely after remarks about Charlie Kirk’s killing. Trump praised the move, while Hollywood stars defended Kimmel as free speech.
McDonald’s Canada Rolls Out McVeggie Nationwide
McDonald’s Canada launches the McVeggie sandwich nationwide, offering a breaded veggie patty or spicy habanero version as part of its expanded plant-friendly menu.
Netflix Confirms Wednesday Spinoff Centered on Uncle Fester
Fred Armisen will star in a new Netflix spinoff about Uncle Fester, expanding the Wednesday universe. The series is in early development with no release date yet.
Farm Boy Shuts Down Second Toronto Store Over Pest Concerns
Farm Boy has closed its Dupont Street Toronto store for maintenance after pest citations, weeks after its Yonge location was shut down for a mice infestation.
Sabrina Carpenter and Justin Bieber to Headline Coachella 2026
Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G will headline Coachella 2026, set for April in Indio, California, with Disclosure, Wet Leg, and FKA Twigs also on the lineup.
Google’s Gemini Overtakes ChatGPT as No. 1 Free App on Apple’s Store
Google’s Gemini app passed ChatGPT as the top free app on Apple’s Store after a viral update, adding 13 million users and boosting Alphabet’s $3.03 trillion value.
OpenAI to Launch Teen-Friendly ChatGPT With Parental Controls
OpenAI will launch a teen-friendly ChatGPT with parental controls this month, blocking graphic content and adding safeguards as the FTC probes risks to minors.
Amazon Confirms October Prime Day Dates With Early Deals Already Live
Amazon confirmed Prime Big Deal Days will run October 7–8, 2025. Early Prime Day deals on Apple, Dyson, Bissell, and more are already live.
Robert Redford, Hollywood Icon and Sundance Founder, Dead at 89
Robert Redford, Oscar-winning actor, director, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival, has died at 89 at his Utah home.
Alphabet Hits $3.03 Trillion Market Cap, Joins Elite Tech Club
Alphabet reached a $3.03 trillion market cap, joining Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia. The surge followed an antitrust ruling and growing momentum in AI and cloud services.
Bluemercury Launches ‘Up Next’ Campaign to Redefine Aging and Beauty
Bluemercury’s Up Next campaign celebrates women 40+ by reframing aging as empowered growth, featuring icons like Belinda Carlisle and Tina Chen Craig.
Chrysler Teams Up With Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang in New Pacifica Campaign
Chrysler launches a new Pacifica campaign featuring Snoopy and the Peanuts gang, with a fall video series, merchandise line, and holiday-focused marketing push.
The Studio, Adolescence Win Big at 2025 Emmy Awards
Seth Rogen’s The Studio made Emmys history as the most awarded comedy ever, while Netflix’s Adolescence and drama The Pitt also dominated the 2025 Emmy Awards.
Apple AI Executive to Depart Next Month
Apple AI executive Robby Walker will leave the company next month after leading Siri and search initiatives, adding to a series of high-profile AI departures.
Toronto’s SickKids Named World’s Best Pediatric Hospital
Toronto’s SickKids has been ranked the world’s best pediatric hospital by Newsweek, surpassing Boston Children’s. Canada placed three more hospitals in the top 50.
Nintendo Direct September 2025: Biggest Reveals
Nintendo Direct September 2025 revealed Metroid Prime 4’s release date, Super Mario Galaxy remasters, Yoshi’s new adventure, and a big wave of Switch 2 titles.
Armani’s Will Calls for Gradual Sale of Fashion Empire
Giorgio Armani’s will directs heirs to sell stakes in his €5–12B fashion house, naming LVMH, L’Oréal, and EssilorLuxottica as priority buyers, with an IPO as an option.
Amazon and Netflix Strike Global Advertising Deal
Amazon and Netflix signed a global deal to bring Netflix’s ad inventory to Amazon’s DSP in Q4 2025, expanding advertiser access across 10 international markets.
FBI Releases Photo of Person of Interest in Charlie Kirk Shooting
The FBI released a photo of a person of interest in Charlie Kirk’s fatal shooting and recovered a high-powered rifle. Officials say they have strong video of the suspect.
Americans Mark 24 Years Since 9/11
The U.S. marked 24 years since 9/11 with memorials at Ground Zero, the Pentagon, and Shanksville, honoring nearly 3,000 victims through silence, remembrance, and tributes.
Ralph Lauren Opens New York Fashion Week
Ralph Lauren opened New York Fashion Week with a star-packed SS26 show at 650 Madison Avenue. Oprah, Jessica Chastain, and Mindy Kaling watched as bold tailoring met sensual elegance.
Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot at Utah College Event
Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot at Utah Valley University. Trump confirmed his death as leaders across parties condemned the attack.
Larry Ellison Surpasses Elon Musk as World’s Richest Person
Larry Ellison passes Elon Musk as the world’s richest person, with a $393B fortune after Oracle stock surged more than 30% on AI-fueled earnings.
Lady Gaga Extends Mayhem Ball Tour Into 2026
Lady Gaga extends her Mayhem Ball Tour into 2026, with new North American dates starting Feb. 14 in Arizona and wrapping Apr. 10 in Minnesota. Tickets on sale Sept. 15.
Rosalía Stars in Calvin Klein’s Fall 2025 Underwear Campaign
Rosalía fronts Calvin Klein’s Fall 2025 underwear campaign in bold photos by Carlijn Jacobs, featuring the Icon Cotton Modal and Heritage Cotton collections.
Canada’s Wonderland to Require Chaperones for Teens During Halloween Haunt
Canada’s Wonderland will require teens under 15 to have an adult chaperone during Halloween Haunt after 6 p.m., alongside new bag, costume, and maze rules.
Ontario Minimum Wage to Rise to $17.60 in October
Ontario’s minimum wage rises to $17.60 on Oct. 1, 2025, giving full-time workers an extra $835 annually. The increase is tied to inflation, keeping Ontario among Canada’s highest rates.
Former WhatsApp Security Chief Sues Meta
WhatsApp’s ex-security chief sues Meta, alleging 1,500 staff had access to sensitive user data and accusing the company of GDPR and FTC violations. Meta denies claims.
LEGO Announces First-Ever Star Trek Sets With Teaser on Star Trek Day
LEGO confirms its first-ever Star Trek sets with a teaser on Star Trek Day. Fans speculate the Enterprise-D will launch first as details arrive soon.
Wake Up Dead Man: What We Know About the Third Knives Out Film
Netflix’s third Knives Out film, Wake Up Dead Man, premieres Dec. 12, 2025. Daniel Craig returns as Benoit Blanc with a star-studded new cast in his “most dangerous case yet.”
Justin Bieber Drops Surprise Album Swag II
Justin Bieber surprises fans with Swag II, a 23-track follow-up to Swag featuring Tems, Bakar, and Hurricane Chris. Highlights include “Speed Demon” and “Need It.”
Apple iPhone 17 Air Leak Reveals New Details
Leaks reveal Apple’s iPhone 17 Air: a 5.5mm ultra-slim, eSIM-only phone with A19 chip, ProMotion display, and Apple C1 modem. Launch set for Sept. 9 event.
Tesla Opens Robotaxi App to Public, Musk Predicts Driverless Rides by Year-End
Tesla opens its Robotaxi app to the public in Austin and San Francisco. Elon Musk predicts safety drivers will be gone by year-end, though legal hurdles remain.
Alix Earle Joins ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Season 34 Cast
Social media sensation Alix Earle is headed to the ballroom. The 23-year-old TikTok star and Hot Mess podcast host was officially announced as part of Dancing With the Stars Season 34 during Good Morning America.
Giorgio Armani, Legendary Italian Designer, Dies at 91
Giorgio Armani, the Italian designer who reshaped modern fashion with his elegant, understated style, has died at 91. The Armani Group said he passed away peacefully surrounded by family.
Roku Outpaces Broadcast For Third Straight Month, Nielsen Says
Nielsen’s latest The Gauge shows Americans spent more TV time streaming on Roku-powered devices than watching broadcast for a third month in a row, underscoring streaming’s lead heading into fall.
More Listings As Canada’s Fall Housing Market Cooldown Begins
As the fall market opens, Canadian listings are rising and prices are flattening in key hubs, with the Bank of Canada on hold and conditions tilting more balanced for buyers.
Beavis & Butt-Head Return: Season 11 Premieres Tonight On Comedy Central
Mike Judge’s Beavis & Butt-Head is back tonight with the Season 11 (revival Season 3) premiere on Comedy Central at 10:30 p.m. ET, kicking off with two new episodes and a new cable home after its Paramount+ run.
Doug Ford Dumps Crown Royal In Protest Of Ontario Plant Closure
Ontario Premier Doug Ford poured out a bottle of Crown Royal at a news conference, blasting Diageo over its plan to close the brand’s Amherstburg bottling plant and warning of LCBO pushback.
Saudi Tourism Goes Global With Cristiano Ronaldo In “Unreal Calendar” Push
The Saudi Tourism Authority launched a global “Unreal Calendar” campaign starring Cristiano Ronaldo, rolling out across Europe, India, and China with the tagline “I Came for Football, I Stayed For More,” to position Saudi as a year-round destination under Vision 2030.
DKNY Taps Hailey Bieber As Global Face, Launches Fall 2025 Campaign
DKNY named Hailey Bieber its new global face and rolled out a New York shot Fall 2025 campaign by Mikael Jansson, highlighting varsity blazers, denim, a Yankees collab cap, and signature DKNY bags.
Vogue Names Chloe Malle as New Editor
For the first time in nearly four decades, Vogue has a new editor. Chloe Malle, 39, has been named head of editorial content, succeeding Anna Wintour, who transformed the magazine into a global fashion authority.
Lady Gaga Set To Dominate 2025 VMAs With First Live Performance In Five Years
Lady Gaga will perform live at the 2025 MTV VMAs on Sept 7 at UBS Arena, her first VMAs performance in five years, as she leads all nominees with 12 nods and rides momentum from her Mayhem Ball Tour.
Graham Greene, ‘Dances With Wolves’ Star, Dies At 73
Oscar-nominated Canadian actor Graham Greene, a trailblazing First Nations performer best known for Kicking Bird in Dances With Wolves, has died at 73 after a lengthy illness.
Netflix to Open ‘Netflix House’ Theme Parks in Philadelphia, Dallas and Las Vegas
Netflix unveils “Netflix House,” immersive theme parks opening in Philadelphia, Dallas, and Las Vegas. Fans can step into Stranger Things, Squid Game, Wednesday, and more.
Canada Pushes LNG Talks With Germany Amid Race Against U.S. Exports
Canada is reviving LNG talks with Germany, with Prime Minister Mark Carney pledging port projects to enable exports within five years. Critics warn Canada risks losing ground to U.S. dominance.
Sabrina Carpenter Drops New Album: Man’s Best Friend
Sabrina Carpenter releases her seventh album Man’s Best Friend with bold lyrics, multiple covers, and a Colman Domingo–starring video for “Tears.” Fans are divided.
Ssense Files for Bankruptcy Protection Amid Lender Dispute
Montreal retailer Ssense is filing for bankruptcy protection after a lender’s push to force a sale. The company cites U.S. trade rules and weak luxury demand as key pressures.
Degrassi Documentary “Whatever It Takes” Unites Stars Across Generations
The new feature documentary Degrassi: Whatever It Takes premieres Sept 13 at TIFF, with Drake and cast from every era revisiting the teen-TV phenomenon’s legacy and impact.
Tesla Slumps As European Sales Drop 40% In July
Fresh ACEA data shows Tesla’s July registrations fell 40% across Europe as BYD overtook the brand for the month; shares slipped intraday while analysts point to intensifying competition and model-cycle pressure.
Nvidia Beats On Revenue And EPS; Guides Above Street, Adds $60B Buyback
Nvidia topped expectations with record Q2 revenue and adjusted EPS, issued stronger-than-expected Q3 guidance, and approved a new $60B buyback—though shares dipped as investors parsed data-center trends and China uncertainty.
Harry Styles And Zoë Kravitz Spotted Together In Rome
Fan video shows Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz walking arm in arm in Rome days after a reported London kiss, sparking fresh dating buzz while reps stay quiet.
Reneé Rapp’s Bite Me Hits No. 1 In UK And Netherlands, Cracks U.S. Top 3
Reneé Rapp’s sophomore album Bite Me opens at No. 1 in the UK and the Netherlands and debuts at No. 3 on the Billboard 200, powered by strong physical sales and early streaming momentum.
Benson Boone’s Arena Tour Hits Toronto Aug 29 At Scotiabank Arena
Benson Boone brings his American Heart World Tour to Toronto on Friday, August 29, for an 8 p.m. arena show at Scotiabank Arena with opener Elliot James Reay.
Venice Film Festival Kicks Off Fall Film Season
The 82nd Venice Film Festival opens today on the Lido, launching awards season with Paolo Sorrentino’s La Grazia, Alexander Payne as jury president, and lifetime honours for Werner Herzog and Kim Novak.
