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A 23-year-old KT Wiz closer, also a national team reliever and Korean Series MVP believer, is being hailed for his dominance, posting an ERA in the single digits against powerhouses KIA and Samsung. Korean baseball media highlight his strength with lines like "our closer might be the strongest," and note that rival club KT has reason to quietly smile at his form.

A new cookbook called 'The Halloween Movie Cookbook' is drawing attention for pairing horror film themes with themed recipes. Reviews describe it as a way to find both good food and good scares, offering dishes inspired by classic Halloween movies for fans planning seasonal viewing parties or spooky gatherings.

Local cooks in the Marietta, Ohio area are competing in a 'Fall Foodies' cookbook contest, with regional newspapers the Marietta Times and the News and Sentinel covering the friendly culinary rivalry. The contest highlights seasonal recipes and home cooking talent across the Mid-Ohio Valley, drawing attention to community members' favorite fall dishes.

Chef Marcus Samuelsson is sharing four recipes from his new cookbook in an appearance on ABC's Good Morning America, with the segment also carried by Yahoo News. The feature highlights dishes from the book and offers home cooks a taste of his approach to cooking, drawing attention around the cookbook's release.

Apna Ghar, a Chicago nonprofit serving survivors of gender-based violence, has released a cookbook featuring 29 recipes contributed by survivors. The project, highlighted by The American Bazaar, pairs the organization's advocacy work with food and personal stories, drawing attention to its mission of supporting primarily South Asian survivors in the Chicago area.

An artist is marking one year since sharing a photo inspired by Guillermo del Toro's film The Devil's Backbone. The image was created using real figures, lighting and miniature sets, with the blood flowing from the character Santi digitally illustrated afterwards. It is being shared again on the anniversary, drawing attention from fans of the film and toy photography.

A new cookbook called 'Sheet Cakes!' is drawing attention for its collection of sheet cake recipes. The Seattle Times reviewed it favorably, describing the recipes as 'a cut above' typical offerings in the category, suggesting the book elevates an often-overlooked, everyday dessert format.

A Jewish cookbook club is inviting food lovers to bring a recipe and come hungry. The club, highlighted by the Jewish Press of Tampa, centers gatherings around members preparing and sharing dishes from Jewish cookbooks, combining food, conversation and community. Organizers hope the format draws in both seasoned cooks and newcomers interested in exploring Jewish cuisine.

A new roundup recommends five cookbooks suited to autumn, focused on warm, comforting seasonal cooking. The piece suggests titles for readers looking to slow down and cook hearty meals as the weather cools. It is one of several seasonal food guides appearing as fall begins.

A shelter in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood has published a cookbook built around recipes shared by domestic violence survivors who have passed through its doors. The project gives women a creative outlet to tell their stories through food while raising the shelter's profile and, likely, funds for its services.

BioNexus KC is celebrating what it calls a 'regional backbone' connecting science, talent, technology and momentum in the Kansas City area. The organisation, which supports the region's life science and research ecosystem, is highlighting the networks and partnerships that link universities, companies and workers driving local innovation. The announcement underscores its role in building collaboration across the region's science and technology community.

Katie Zacharia, a former White House staffer, is drawing attention after revealing her six-pack abs following her departure from the administration. The former aide credits cardio kickboxing as the core of her fitness routine, saying the high-intensity workouts helped her stay in shape and manage stress. Coverage has focused on her post-White House lifestyle shift and how demanding combat-style exercise supports both physical fitness and weight management.

Tennis players in Port Washington, Wisconsin have a new practice backboard thanks to a local Scout, who led the effort to provide the facility. The project gives players a way to train independently, and the community paper highlighted the contribution as a welcome boost for the local tennis program.

A cookbook highlighting the food traditions of Minnesota's Iron Range is drawing attention in the region. The collection showcases local dishes and heritage cooking from the northeastern Minnesota mining area, giving readers a way to experience the region's culinary culture at home. Local coverage is pointing residents and visitors toward the book as a taste of a distinctive part of the state.

Austin native Shay Spence appeared on KEYE to share recipes from his bestselling cookbook, 'Meals You Can't Mess Up.' The cookbook, aimed at easy home cooking, has drawn attention for its simple, approachable recipes. Spence walked viewers through some of the dishes featured in the book during the segment.

The new cookbook Pop of Flavor from the Love and Lemons food blog is now available for pre-order. Fans who order early get early access to a Lemon Ricotta Muffins recipe ahead of the book's release. Food and baking enthusiasts are sharing the news and weighing whether the early-recipe perk makes it worth ordering now.

A new cocktail cookbook aims to capture the feeling of Minnesota in a glass, according to the Star Tribune. The book rounds up drinks inspired by the state, and coverage so far focuses on how its recipes reflect Minnesota's character and local flavors. Details about the author, the recipes included, and the book's publication date were not provided.

Apna Ghar, a Chicago-based nonprofit serving survivors of gender-based violence, has released a cookbook featuring recipes collected from the survivors it supports. The project highlights food as a way to share stories, preserve culture and mark healing. It also brings attention to the organization's broader work supporting immigrant and community members affected by domestic violence.

Ina Garten has spoken about her upcoming cookbook in an exclusive interview with People, saying it will differ from her previous titles. The Barefoot Contessa star did not detail every change in the interview, but fans of her approachable home cooking are already anticipating the release. It is the latest project from the longtime food personality.

The food blog Love and Lemons is offering a sneak peek at its upcoming cookbook 'Pop of Flavor', which is now available for pre-order. Fans who order a copy early get access to a recipe for Lemon Ricotta Muffins ahead of the book's release. The preview has drawn attention among readers following the site's recipe publications.

Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa author and television cook, has shared the food lesson she says shaped her entire cookbook career. In comments to Delish, the celebrated food writer reflected on the guiding principle behind her decades of bestselling cookbooks. Fans of the Food Network star are responding warmly to her insight into how she approaches home cooking and recipe writing.