Home Made

Newgrounds, the long-running website hosting indie games, animation, music and art made by its community, is being discussed as a notable example of a user-driven creative platform. The site has served as an early home for many independent animators and game developers, and conversation is focused on its enduring role in internet creative culture.

Alexander Zverev is dominating the China Open in Beijing, beating Cameron Norrie and home favourite Shang Juncheng to reach the quarter-finals, where Novak Djokovic awaits. German media report he is close to becoming world number one, with headlines suggesting he could replace Jannik Sinner at the top of the ATP rankings.

Zheng Qinwen has made history at the China Open in Beijing, advancing to her first WTA 1000 final on home soil after beating Elise Mertens. The Chinese star's run is drawing major attention in China and among tennis fans worldwide, while Elina Svitolina's strong Beijing campaign has also lifted her back to her highest ranking in five years.

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio is drawing national attention after a big postseason performance. He hit his fifth career playoff home run, tying up a game for the Brewers and earning comparisons to a new 'Mr. October' in Milwaukee. Coverage highlights his impact heading into the NLDS, alongside teammate William Contreras, as the Padres prepare to face the Brewers' red-hot young star.

The wife of Japanese comedian Panther Ogata has revealed the interior of the family home in a new feature, showing a full yearly inspection of the house and how everyday life has gradually made its mark on the space. Fans are responding to the rare glimpse into the comedian's private household life.

Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen has reached the final stages of the WTA China Open in Beijing, including a semifinal win that has thrilled home fans. Outlets including Reuters, China Daily and the South China Morning Post report cinemas across China screening her matches as 'Queen Wen' fever grips the country ahead of the women's final. She is set to face Marie Bouzkova, with predictions and odds drawing wide interest.

A Swedish home crafter shared a batch of buttermilk bread, calling it especially good with pepper cheese, noting the last loaves had come out of the freezer and it was soon time to bake new ones. The same day they also made 16 jars of marigold salve, stored four litres of marigold oil, made soap for hair, hands and body, and dried flower petals. The post is drawing attention for its picture of self-sufficient rural living.

A home cook shared a vegan noodle pan recipe made from pre-cooked pasta, carrots, savoy cabbage, onion and sunflower seeds, seasoned with light soy sauce, vegetable broth, tomato paste, curry, paprika, turmeric and parsley. The recipe is being shared as an everyday, budget-friendly plant-based meal idea.

Tonagerie, an Austrian ceramics workshop, is showcasing new work built around geometric forms, sharing photos of handcrafted vases, sculptures, stelae and garden ceramics made on the wheel in stoneware. The pieces are presented as one-of-a-kind items aimed at home decor and interior design, available through the studio's online shop, with the geometric shapes theme drawing attention among ceramics and craft enthusiasts.

Bon Appétit editors are highlighting the dishes they cooked this week, led by the magazine's best bolognese recipe. The roundup collects staff-tested recipes meant to inspire home cooks, and readers are turning to it for weekend meal ideas as the bolognese draws particular attention.

Japanese Formula 1 driver Tsunoda Yuki is drawing praise at home after good news broke early Saturday morning, with fans saying they were thrilled by the announcement and congratulating him on the honour he received. Separately, reports say Formula E has made a surprise invitation to the Red Bull driver, calling it an ideal opportunity.

"Jai Ambe Gauri", the traditional aarti dedicated to Goddess Durga, is drawing renewed attention across India. The devotional hymn, sung daily during Navratri in temples and homes, is being searched and shared widely as devotees observe the festival season. Many are posting renditions and lyrics, keeping the chant among the country's most-viewed devotional content at the moment.

A pumpkin spice cake recipe from the New York Times is drawing enthusiastic responses, with bakers calling it possibly the best cake they have ever made. Comments are full of praise, and the seasonal treat is striking a chord with home bakers embracing fall flavors. The warm reception suggests the recipe is becoming a favorite for the autumn baking season.

A home baker shared that her cat acted as a 'little sous chef' while she made gluten-free and vegan pastries for herself and her mother, with her mother taking the photo. The charming baking-with-cat moment drew warm engagement, fitting the ongoing popularity of pets photobombing everyday activities.

Five women leaders from Malaysia have been included on a list of Asia's most influential women. Among them is Kuok Hui Kwong, daughter of the late 'Sugar King' Robert Kuok, who has once again made the ranking. The recognition of Malaysian women in regional business leadership circles is drawing attention back home.

Home bakers are enthusiastically recommending a blueberry, almond and lemon cake recipe from the New York Times, with one saying she has made it four times in two weeks. The cake is being praised as versatile enough to serve for breakfast, dessert or anything in between, and word of mouth is driving more people to try it.

EatingWell has published a roundup of 20 easy fall dinners that can all be made in a single pot. The collection highlights seasonal ingredients and simple weeknight cooking, offering readers quick, low-cleanup meal ideas as autumn sets in and home cooks look for cozy, convenient recipes.

Milwaukee Brewers third base coach Matt Erickson says the remarkable part of the roof ball hit during last night's game is not the play itself, but that the home plate umpire described the exact scenario during the pregame lineup card exchange. Erickson, speaking to MLB.com's Adam McCalvy, said umpires flagging such a rare play in advance almost never happens.