In Clay

A person is slowly simmering cod with ginger and onions in a clay pot, preparing traditional fish dishes to bring to their mother in hospital, believing fish is good for her recovery. They also brought her dragonfruit, papaya and roasted unsalted nuts and seeds the evening before, sharing the quiet acts of care publicly.

The UK-built Rosalind Franklin rover is set to land on Mars and drill two metres below the surface into ancient clay deposits by 2030. By penetrating beneath the radiation-sterilised crust, the mission aims to recover organic molecules that could reveal whether life once existed on the planet. Commenters highlight the ambitious scope of the deep-drilling plan and its potential to reshape understanding of how life begins.

The California Arts Council has awarded grants to Eureka-based arts nonprofit Ink People and its DreamMaker projects, supporting three programs: veterans' clay sessions, a 'Field Guide to a Crisis', and a DIY art and ecology initiative. The funding will back community-focused creative work in Humboldt County and highlight locally driven art projects that connect veterans, mental health, and environmental engagement.

Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger hit a three-run home run in a game that followed a ceremonial first pitch thrown by his father, former major leaguer Clay Bellinger, according to Japanese-language baseball coverage. The moment, pairing the family connection with a big swing, drew warm reaction from fans, with clips circulating widely alongside talk of the MLB postseason.

The Lynchburg-Clay boys golf team captured a district championship to earn a berth in the state tournament. McClain's Chandler also secured an individual state bid. The results give two Highland County schools representation at the state level, a notable achievement for the local golf programs this season.

London-based ceramicist Bisila Noha has been named winner of the 2026 Tacchini Prize, according to Wallpaper*. Her work draws on her Equatorial Guinean and Spanish heritage, exploring culture, community and feminism through clay. The profile highlights her blend of traditional craft techniques with contemporary political and social themes, positioning her among the most talked-about makers in design right now.

Hackensack Meridian Health is hosting a sporting clays event on October 15 to raise money for scholarships at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. The fundraiser, billed as 'Shatter Clays, Fund Future Physicians', aims to support students training to become doctors. Supporters are being invited to take part and contribute to the scholarship fund.

City Theatre in Pittsburgh has opened its new season with the play 'In Clay', and a review from TribLIVE describes the production as an inspired choice to kick off the season. The positive notice highlights the theatre company's programming and the strength of the show's staging and performances.

Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine will host a sporting clays fundraising event on October 15, with proceeds going toward scholarships for future physicians. Participants will take part in clay shooting while raising money to support medical students, and organizers are promoting the event as a way to help fund the next generation of doctors.

Deputies in Clay County received quick training in wildlife rescue so they could safely save an owl, according to KCTV. The story is being shared as a light-hearted feel-good item about local law enforcement going beyond routine duties to help an animal in distress.

Cody Bellinger had a standout game at Yankee Stadium shortly after his father, former major leaguer Clay Bellinger, threw the ceremonial first pitch. MLB.com highlighted the family moment paired with the slugger's huge night at the plate in the Bronx. The father-son storyline is drawing attention from baseball fans following the game.

A Salt Lake City tennis player's path from clay courts in Africa to playing pickleball in The Avenues neighborhood is being profiled in local coverage. The story follows the athlete's journey across continents and sports, highlighting how racket sports connect communities from African courts to Utah's growing pickleball scene.

The Hispanic ministry at Holy Rosary Church in Claymont, Delaware is preparing to celebrate its 25th anniversary with a gathering featuring food and music. The milestone highlights a quarter-century of Spanish-language pastoral work serving the local Catholic community, and the anniversary celebration is expected to bring together parishioners for a festive occasion honoring the ministry's history.