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Oct. 8, 2026, 1:36 p.m. ET Aerosmith will headline two shows at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles this fall. The concerts, titled "California, Dream On: Aerosmith & Friends," will feature a star-studded lineup. These performances mark the band's return to the stage after canceling their "Peace Out" tour. Tickets are currently on sale, with prices starting over $400. Aerosmith will headline two shows at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles this fall.

Oct. 8, 2026, 12:34 p.m. ET Let's face it: most of us spend too much time hunched over laptops, scrolling on our phones, or sitting on long flights. That's why I'm seeing more shoppers gravitate toward wellness gifts that support everyday health rather than products that end up forgotten in a drawer. Forme Science is one brand leaning into that shift.

Oct. 8, 2026, 12:08 p.m. ET The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser DualBrush is a new vacuum designed specifically for homes with pets. It features DualBrush Technology to clean both large debris and embedded dirt in fewer passes. The vacuum includes a HEPA Sealed Allergen System to capture 99.97% of pet dander and dust. Prime Day might be over, but pet owners ISO a vacuum that can handle fur, litter and everyday debris can still find top-rated Bissell vacuums available at their market-best prices on Amazon.

Oct. 8, 2026, 11:08 a.m. ET Target is rolling out a new uniform for some of its employees. Starting Nov. 1, Target Food & Beverage Experts will be required to wear a new branded hat and apron to help guests quickly identify them, Target told USA TODAY via email on Oct. 7. Similar attire is worn by employees in the Target Beauty Studio, tech department and Starbucks, in addition to a red shirt that has long been a part of Target's dress code.

Oct. 8, 2026, 11:00 a.m. ET Whitney Simmons is bringing Gymshark's cult-favorite Adapt collection to solid colors There are few Gymshark collections as recognizable as Adapt. For years, it's been the go-to choice for lifters who want a supportive, sculpting fit that stays locked in through every set, squat and deadlift. Now, the franchise is entering a new era.

Oct. 8, 2026, 10:32 a.m. ET The Banana Bowl features the Savannah Bananas vs. Texas Tailgaters on Saturday, Oct. 10. The game will be played at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. Ticket prices start at $99 to attend the game. Following a thrilling season of touring across the country, the Banana Ball Championship League will hold its first ever Banana Bowl this Saturday night. Set for Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., the famed Savannah Bananas will face the Texas Tailgaters.

Oct. 8, 2026, 10:11 a.m. ET Amazon Prime Day has come and gone, but if there's one thing I've learned from covering shopping events year-round, it's that the products readers buy during Prime Day often become the season's biggest gifts. Every year, I watch certain categories dominate our best-seller reports. The names change slightly, the colors sell out and new models arrive, but the shopping patterns stay remarkably consistent.

Oct. 8, 2026, 1:08 a.m. ET The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres 3-1 to advance to the NLCS for the second consecutive year. Milwaukee will face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the best-of-seven National League Championship Series. The Brewers have secured home-field advantage through the World Series, with Game 1 of the NLCS starting in Milwaukee. Tickets for the NLCS series between the Brewers and Dodgers are now available for purchase.

Oct. 7, 2026, 7:00 p.m. ET Amazon Prime Day is offering discounts on a variety of Halloween decorations. Shoppers can find decorations suitable for parties, porches, or general seasonal decorating. Deals include items like eerie lights, party accents, and other statement decor.

Oct. 7, 2026, 6:34 p.m. ET The USA TODAY Shopping team has curated a list of their favorite deals from Amazon Prime Big Deal Days. Discounts are available on a wide range of products, including home essentials, beauty staples, and baby gear. These personally vetted deals offer significant savings on products the team is actually purchasing. Shoppers are encouraged to act quickly as the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event is ending tonight.