Okay, okay, okay! I hear you! Lemme make some amends here.

In spring 2026, I set out to explore alt-rock one-hit wonders. It was a five-episode series in six parts (very Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, that) on the biggest songs of that sort since 1976, which is year zero for the whole alternative thing… more or less. Let’s not get bogged down here.

The first five episodes covered ten songs each, all ranked using a complicated logarithmic formula designed by my friend, Walter the mathematician. A lot of effort went into that top 50 list—but it wasn’t enough.

That’s where the sixth episode came in. It was an addendum, an erratum, really, of songs that maybe should have made it into the original top 50 list. Fine. I’m big enough to admit when I’ve made an error or left something out.

I did the sixth episode, and I thought, “Well, that’s over. We’re done here.” But apparently not. In the weeks and months that followed, I got hundreds of emails and DMs from people pointing out even more alt-rock one-hit wonders that should have made the cut.

This left me uneasy. The job wasn’t done, and I hate loose ends. So let’s do the one-hit-wonder thing one more time, incorporating some of those missed tracks. And I’ll explain why several acts who are thought to be one-hit wonders really aren’t.

So, clean-up on aisle three, I guess. Here we go…

Songs heard on this show:

• Voice of America, The Story of Love
• When in Rome, The Promise
• 4 Non-Blondes, What’s Up?
• Tripping Daisy, I Got a Girl
• Jars of Clay, Flood
• Primitive Radio Gods, Standing Outside a Broken Phone Booth with Money in My Hand
• Dog’s Eye View, Everything Falls Apart
• Len, Steal My Sunshine

Here’s Eric Wilhite’s playlist.
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An album can be both tremendously influential and a commercial failure—at least at first. Here are a tw0 examples.

The Clash’s London Calling came out in December 1979. It didn’t officially sell 500,000 copies until 1991, a gap of 12 years, despite hit singles like the title track and “Should I Stay or Should I Go.” It would finally go platinum five years later.

And The Ramones released their self-titled debut album on April 23, 1976. It launched a million punk bands, yet it didn’t sell its 500,000^th copy until May 2014, thirty-eight years after its release. By that time, three of the original Ramones had died, and within three months, the final one would pass away. The thing that sustained The Ramones for most of that time was relentless touring and t-shirt sales.

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Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker had his psyche completely wrecked on September 19, 2008, when he was in a fiery crash of a private plane in South Carolina. He barely survived with severe burns to over 65% of his body.

He’d wanted to cancel this trip to stay home with the family, but he’d committed to a solo gig and couldn’t back out. As he left home, his three-year-old daughter was inconsolable, pleading that he not go. She said to him, “The roof’s gonna come off!”

When it came time to fly home, Travis called his father and said, “Pa, I have an awful feeling … like, I just don’t know. This plane’s small. I feel weird. Please make sure my kids are taken care of.” Less than an hour later, the plane crashed on takeoff, ripping away a large part of the fuselage.

No wonder Travis still has a fear of flying. Wouldn’t you?

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There are plenty of strange conspiracies in the music world, with a large number of them having to do with Kurt Cobain. Some people believe that Kurt faked his death and assumed a new identity, one that he’s still using today.

Kurt died on April 5, 1994. On May 10, Weezer, featuring frontman and songwriter Rivers Cuomo, released their debut album on DGC, the same label as Nirvana. Rivers professed his admiration for Nirvana from the very beginning, citing the band as a major influence when it came to the raw style of that first record.

The internet has since speculated that Rivers is actually Kurt operating under a new identity. The satire was lost on far too many people, and the story started to have legs. Rivers thinks this is funny, by the way, and has often joked about the conspiracy being true.

It’s not.

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Could your star sign predict your beauty style? Whether you’re drawn to polished hair, statement eyes or a fresh set of nails, your zodiac sign might offer a little inspiration for your next beauty look. Beauty expert Janine Holmes is breaking down the signature beauty styles of three of the final star signs of the year: Libra, Scorpio and Sagittarius.

From romantic and polished to mysterious and intense, here’s how to channel your zodiac energy from head to fingertips.

Star signs & their characteristics

Libra | Pretty, polished and romantic

Libras are all about beauty with a polished finish. Think soft, romantic details, glossy hair and makeup that feels feminine without looking overdone. Celebrities like Serena Williams, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kim Kardashian capture the Libra aesthetic with their love of refined, put-together looks.

Scorpio | Sexy, mysterious and intense

Scorpio beauty is all about making an impression. Their signature style leans into darker, more dramatic details, whether that means smoky eyes, sleek hair or a manicure that demands a second look. Julia Roberts, Ciara and Kendall Jenner all bring that confident, mysterious energy to their beauty looks.

Sagittarius | Fun, effortless and adventurous

Sagittarius beauty doesn’t take itself too seriously. This sign is all about experimenting, trying something new and embracing a look that feels fun rather than overly fussy. Sarah Paulson, Lucy Liu and Taylor Swift are just a few Sagittarius celebrities who show how versatile the sign’s beauty style can be.

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Libra: The goal is sleek volume with a soft, romantic finish.

Scorpio: Sexy, sculpted hair fits the mood.

Sagittarius: Versatility is key–keep it fun.

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Libra: A little shimmer suits Libra’s romantic side.

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Scorpio: This is where Scorpio can really turn up the intensity. Why choose one beauty mood?

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Sagittarius: Have fun with both matte and metallic eyeshadow.

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Nails

Libra: A polished manicure is practically part of the Libra uniform. Opt for a more subtle set–French tips are a classic.

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Scorpio: They don’t need a complicated manicure to make a statement. A deep shade, sharp shape or bold design can bring plenty of drama.

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Sagittarius: The perfect sign to experiment with a manicure–try out any shape, colour or even a fun design. Just have fun with it!

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EDMONTON – After 14 mostly unspectacular but always steady NHL seasons, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins remains an important piece of the puzzle for Edmonton Oilers as they attempt once more to take a run at the elusive Stanley Cup.

Drafted No. 1 overall by the Oilers in 2011, the Burnaby, B.C., native remains Mr. Versatility. He can play any forward position. He kills penalties. Contributes on the power play. He’s responsible defensively and still can be productive on offence.

He is, says new Oilers head coach Mike Babcock — Nugent-Hopkins’s eleventh coach in his NHL career — “going to be a massive part of things here.”

“He’s beyond smart,” Babcock said. “Maybe the best man in the middle on the power play in the National Hockey League. And he knows how to play with and without the puck.”

In recent years Nugent-Hopkins has centred the Oilers’ second line or played the wing with superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. Previous coaches have never settled on how to play McDavid and Draisaitl, so Nugent-Hopkins’s versatility has been even more important.

“The problem is, if you play with Connor and you’re being careful all the time and you’re watching, then you don’t look like the player you are,” Babcock said of one of the problems playing with McDavid. “I don’t want him to play like that. I want him to play full out and get after it.”

Nugent-Hopkins said he’s comfortable with either role and has been spending most of training camp centring a line with Zach Hyman and Isaac Howard.

“We’ll see what works best,” Babcock said. “On the road it might be one way and at home, when we have last change, it might be a different way. The first five games might be one way and if we don’t like the way it looks it might be a little different way.

“What we want to do is get to a point where we have a little consistency. … I don’t know the answer, but I’m going to work it out.”

However he works it out, Nugent-Hopkins said every line will have to contribute for the team to be successful, no matter who he ends up playing with.

“We definitely want to be able to be relied upon in big situations, playing against anybody,” he said. “We need to be able to produce, obviously, and play well with the puck and just kind of control it.”

While playing under so many coaches, less than half of them lasting two seasons, Nugent-Hopkins learned to adapt as each came and went.

“Every coach has their own way of doing things,” he said. “Sometimes the systems are the same, but the way they approach them are different so you have to get used to that.

“I’m used to getting to know different coaches … but (Babcock) is definitely a faster pace. Everything’s just quick, it’s to the point. We love that, especially at, being older in this league you want things to be quick you want things to be clear. You don’t want the grey area and that’s what he’s great at.”

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 23, 2026.

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Heading off-grid for a camping trip? Road-tripping in an RV? Hosting a backyard movie night? Heck, even if you just want to be prepared for the occasional thunderstorm blackout, a portable power station can make life a whole lot easier. These oversized rechargeable batteries keep everything from mobile devices to home appliances running for hours–or even days–without the noise, fumes, or gas-can drama of a traditional generator. Most can recharge from a standard wall outlet, your car, or portable solar panels, making them versatile enough for both emergencies and outdoor adventures. We’ve collected some of our favourite picks below from brands like Jackery, Bluetti and EcoFlow, categorized based on how they’re best used.

Quick Pick Summary

Best for camping and casual outdoor use: Jackery Explorer 300

Best all-around portable power station: Anker SOLIX C1000

Best for longer trips & bigger energy needs: Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 with 200W Bifacial Solar Panel

Best for home backup emergencies: Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus

Best for camping and casual outdoor use

If your needs are limited to charging drones, laptops, cameras, and portable speakers, the Explorer 300 is your budget-friendly winner. Tipping the scales at just over seven pounds, this compact battery is made for portability. Think: tent camping, beach days, and road trips. It can recharge from a wall outlet, your vehicle, or compatible solar panels.[/product_listing]

This lightweight BLUETTI bundle is a good entry point for campers who want to dip a toe into solar charging without cratering their bank account. The included 60W solar panel makes it easy to top up the battery at campsites and parks, and a whopping nine output ports provide flexibility for phones, lights, portable fans, and smaller kitchen gear. It won’t run power-hungry appliances for long, but it hits a sweet spot for eco-minded outdoor enthusiasts.[/product_listing]

EcoFlow’s RIVER 2 Pro is light enough to carry, can recharge from a wall outlet in just 70 minutes, and supports solar charging for off-grid adventures. Its 1600W peak output is satisfyingly robust for the price, meaning it can handle coolers, kettles, and even cooking gear in a pinch. Runtime drops quickly once you start plugging in bigger gear, but you’ll be hard pressed to find more portable power at a leaner size or price.[/product_listing]

Best all-around portable power station

This is the portable power station equivalent of a crossover SUV: compact enough for camping trips, but versatile enough for home backup duty during a (short) blackout. Anker’s SOLIX C1000 supports wall, car, and solar charging, hits 80% battery in under an hour, and can power nearly every common appliance short of an air conditioner. RV owners and cottage-goers should definitely put this one on their radar.[/product_listing]

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Best for longer trips and bigger energy needs

This package is tailor-made for people who want to spend time off-grid. Eco campers will appreciate that the bifacial solar panel captures rays from both sides for improved efficiency. And the expandable battery capacity provides flexibility for multi-day camping trips, van life, and cottage use. It’s powerful enough to run fridges and cooking gear, but still compact enough to toss in the back of an SUV without asking John Cena for help.[/product_listing]

RV owners, this is the one you’ve been scrolling for. The Elite 300 includes a dedicated TT-30 RV outlet and enough capacity to keep essentials like portable fridges, water pumps, routers, and TVs humming along comfortably during road trips or outages. Its 3kWh battery supports wall, car, and solar charging. The only downside? At over 23kg, your lower back will definitely know you lifted it.[/product_listing]

The Explorer 2000 v2 is a near-perfect mix of energy and portability. It stores enough juice to handle camping appliances, power tools, and emergency home backup duties, yet at under 18kg remains relatively easy to lug short distances. Fast wall charging tops it up from zero to 80% in just over an hour, and solar compatibility makes it a strong choice for extended off-grid trips. It’s pricey, but it’ll earn its keep if you use it regularly.[/product_listing]

Best for home backup emergencies

Once you cross into this tier, portable power stations feel less like camping accessories and more akin to home infrastructure. The HomePower 3600 Plus can run heaters, pumps, and large appliances during extended outages, with expandable capacity that pushes into whole-home backup territory. It supports wall, solar, and generator charging, rolls around on wheels like luggage, and delivers the kind of peace of mind that becomes very attractive come thunderstorm season.[/product_listing]

If you’ve got a money tree growing in your backyard and preparedness is the priority, EcoFlow’s DELTA Pro 3 delivers. This thing can power central air conditioning systems, sump pumps, servers, and major appliances while remaining whisper quiet indoors. It supports a broad array of charging methods—including wall outlets, solar panels, EV chargers, and gas generators—and scales up to a frankly ridiculous 48kWh of storage. When you absolutely need to keep the whole house powered, this is the beast you call in.[/product_listing]

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The number of Ontario long-term care homes receiving emergency funding to bail them out in exceptional circumstances has grown in recent years, new internal data shows, as the sector worries about how it is going to care for an aging population.

Data obtained using freedom of information laws shows how much money Ontario spends every year from its “homes in distress” fund, a pot set aside for long-term care operations on the brink of collapse.

In the data and documents released to Global News, civil servants offered a broad overview of a funding stream that appears to be growing.

“In the event a home experiences acute or unforeseen financial challenges that affects its cashflow, it can liaise with Ontario Health to assess the immediate financial risks,” staff wrote.

“Ontario Health may seek support from the Ministry. In exceptional circumstances, the Ministry can approve a one-time payment to provide relief to a home to help the home achieve financial stability.”

The data suggests the number of exceptional circumstances where homes require an emergency bailout from the government is growing.

The data, obtained by Global News using freedom of information laws, shows Ontario approves millions of dollars in emergency funding every year.

In 2021-22, the Ford government spent just $2.4 million bailing out long-term care homes, with one non-profit and three for-profit homes receiving funds. That year, for-profit homes received an average of $350,000 each.

In 2022-23, the total spiked to $9.7 million, although only $1.2 million went to for-profit homes. In 2023-24, four non-profit homes split $9.7 million in bailouts, a figure that skyrocketed to $17.2 million across six homes in 2024-25.

In the 2025-26 year, four non-profit homes required $10.9 million in short-term bailouts.

Laura Tamblyn-Watts, the CEO of seniors advocacy group CanAge, said the growing bailouts were an insight into an industry in desperate need of more funding.

“These numbers are clearly a red flag for many people,” she said.

“When we’re looking at where the investments are — and the Ford government has made significant investments in long-term care — what we’re seeing is the tip of an iceberg. It is really an aging population and people living longer in long-term care homes with high, high degrees of frailty, the kinds of frailty we’ve never seen before.”

Over the past five years, Ontario sent millions to non-profit homes in emergency bailouts. For-profit long-term care companies received roughly $2.2 million in public money.

A spokesperson for the Ministry of Long-Term Care emphasized how much the Ford government has spent overall.

“Our government continues to make record investments into the long-term care sector, including over $9 billion allocated this year alone. This included increasing Level of Care funding by over year $139.4 this year on top of the over $2 billion we are investing each year to add and support healthcare workers in the sector,” they wrote in a statement.

“While individual long term care homes are responsible for their day-to-day operations including their financial accounting, the Ministry provides the sector with many tools and resources to support them as they provide care to residents.”

In some cases, the data shows, recent bailouts saw large sums sent to a single home.

According to the data sent to Global News, the largest single bailouts were:

• 2021-22: $1.3 million
• 2022-23: $6 million
• 2023-24: $6.6 million
• 2024-25: $7 million
• 2025-26: $6.3 million

Tramblyn-Watts said the Ford government had shown a preference for supporting non-profit long-term care homes financially because they’re bound by stricter rules in some areas than their for-profit rivals.

“There has been clear indicators that they’re looking to support the nonprofit sector more,” she said. “That’s perhaps not as much of a surprise. The for-profit homes often have the ability to charge for extra types of services.”

Lisa Levin, the CEO of AdvantAge Ontario, which says it represents 89 per cent of Ontario’s non-profit homes, said the numbers don’t tell the whole story.

“What we do know is that the vast majority of long-term care homes that have ceased operating entirely in recent years have been for-profit homes,” she wrote in a statement.

At a time when Ontario needs every available long-term care bed, the ability of homes to remain open and continue serving residents is an important part of the picture.”

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It was a game full of young players trying to make an impression and veterans looking to shake off the rust.

Needless to say, it wasn’t the most exhilarating pre-season contest as the home fans watched the Edmonton Oilers beat the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 in overtime Tuesday night.

After a two-goal first period, the two teams went more than 45 minutes without a goal before Viljami Marjala scored the overtime winner 1:26 into the extra period.

Alex Iafallo had the lone tally for the Jets as they were outshot 23-18.

The Oilers game-tying goal in the first period came with a little controversy as goalie Domenic DiVincentiis was clearly bumped as the puck was going in. Jets head coach Scott Arniel couldn’t use a coach’s challenge as he said there was no video replay available, but he felt it would have counted anyway.

“The puck was on its way towards the goal, and it was only maybe that far behind Dom,” said Arniel. “And then the contact happened. It would have been a goal if we had challenged it, finding out after. It looked like he hit him first, but the puck was already in motion going towards the net, going in the net. Yeah, there was no video replay anyway.”

Both teams went 0-for-3 on the powerplay.

DiVincentiis only had five saves in each the first and third period in his first appearance of the pre-season, but he was sharp when called upon, finishing the game with 21 stops.

After a fairly uneventful first 13 minutes, during which both teams failed on a powerplay look, the Jets opened the scoring thanks to a fortunate bounce.

Edmonton’s Josh Brown had the puck in his own corner before throwing a bad pass up the middle of the zone that landed on the stick of Nino Niederreiter. The veteran skated back to the point before firing a wrist shot wide that bounced off the end boards and right to the stick of Iafallo for a tap-in at the 13:04 mark.

The Oilers answered at the 15:50 mark when a point shot from Atro Leppanen squeezed through the legs of DiVincentiis and trickled over the goal line.

Both teams managed to get six shots on net during the opening frame.

Neither team found the back of the net in the second period with Edmonton outshooting Winnipeg 11-7. DiVincentiis had to make a few saves of a relatively high quality to keep the game tied.

As the third period rolled along, it began to feel like nobody was going to score again. Winnipeg managed to string together a few decent looks later in the period, but the game stayed deadlocked at one through 60 minutes.

But 1:26 into overtime, the Oilers ended things.

Dylan Samberg took a slapshot in the offensive end but it missed the net and rimmed around the boards, allowing Zach Hyman to skate onto it in the Winnipeg end.

He held it for a moment as Marjala came off the bench (well before his man had arrived at the bench) and into the zone. Hyman then slid it across to Marjala and the Finnish prospect wired a shot high over the shoulder of DiVincentiis.

The Jets are expected to announce a set of cuts on Wednesday. Winnipeg will wrap up its pre-season schedule Friday in Colorado.

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Tuesday morning’s commute in the Central Okanagan was brought to a standstill following a serious multi-vehicle collision on the Bennett Bridge.

“At this time, RCMP is unable to confirm what factors may have contributed to the collision, nor the extent of injuries which may have been sustained,” said Kelowna RCMP Cpl. Steven Lang. “Further details regarding the investigation will be released when it is appropriate to do so.”

The crash happened shortly after 4 a.m., shutting down all three southbound lanes into West Kelowna and temporarily impacting one of the two northbound lanes into Kelowna.

The nearly five-hour incident caused major traffic backups in both directions and forced Mt. Boucherie Secondary School to cancel classes for the day after staff were unable to get to work.

Motorists were advised that the best alternate southbound route was to travel north to Vernon before taking Westside Road — a roughly 130-kilometre detour.

The latest closure has renewed calls from local politicians and residents for a second crossing of Okanagan Lake.

Gavin Dew, Conservative MLA for Kelowna-Mission, said incidents such as Tuesday’s crash highlight the need for additional transportation infrastructure.

“Every time there is a closure on the bridge, it’s a reminder of the fact that we are still waiting for significant traffic improvements that are overdue,” Dew said.

The idea of a second crossing has been raised by community leaders and residents for years.

However, another bridge was not included in the 20-year transportation plan unveiled by the province in 2023.

Macklin McCall, Conservative MLA for West Kelowna-Peachland, said congestion and the need for another crossing have been ongoing concerns.

“This didn’t just spring up overnight. This was an issue with the second crossing and congestion for quite some time,” McCall said. “We still haven’t had meaningful conversations. The province hasn’t said, you know, this is one of the fastest-growing areas in British Columbia and there hasn’t even been discussions on it. But I’ll tell you this, people in the region are certainly discussing it.”

West Kelowna’s Stephen Johnston, who has been acclaimed as the city’s next mayor, told Global News that a second bridge remains a long-term solution but he wants to see action now.

“The bridge should be properly six-laned, with a new pedestrian and active transportation lane cantilevered off the side,” Johnston stated in an email to Global News. “It was originally designed to accommodate this, and we need to leverage that opportunity. This would add much-needed capacity while providing greater flexibility to keep traffic moving in both directions when an accident occurs.”

McCall said transportation infrastructure is a major issue for the Okanagan region.

“If it doesn’t get addressed, it’s only going to get worse,” McCall said.

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