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Actress Anne Hathaway has become a beloved figure in the entertainment industry since her first performances in the early 2000s in movies like The Princess Diaries and Ella Enchanted. Today, with more than 40 film credits to her name, her performances have become synonymous with emotional vulnerability and impressive flexibility as a performer.

With more than 110 nominations and 46 wins under her belt, Hathaway is one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Yet one of her most acclaimed movies is a relatively underrated, indie darling that almost no one talks about.

Recently, Variety set out to rank the best of the best when it came to Hathaway’s impressive performances on screen. Taking the number one spot on the publication’s list was her portrayal of Kym in Jenny Lumet and Jonathan Demme’s Rachel Getting Married.

Of her performance in the movie, Variety wrote: “There is no better display of Hathaway’s mastery of emotion, careening from tears and anguish to manipulation and charm, all in service of a bottomless well of feeling.”

Rachel Getting Married had its world premiere at the 65th Venice International Film Festival before being released in theaters in October of 2008. For her role in the film, Hathaway received her first Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. She would later go on to win the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role of Fantine in Les Misérables.

In Rachel Getting Married, Kym (played by Hathaway) is released from rehab for a handful of days in order to attend her sister’s wedding. Kym’s presence at the event is met with tension following her actions prior to going into rehab in order to deal with her addiction and acts that occurred while she was actively using. Over the course of her time at home, traumatic events are uncovered, and the members of the family are forced to confront things they’ve yet to talk about and how to move forward together.

Rachel Getting Married is available to stream on Netflix, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and YouTube.

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To solve today’s NYT Wordle puzzle, think about a trick, a prank or a slang term for messing with someone’s mind.

But the day just isn’t complete until I’ve solved all of the free word games from the New York Times, including Connections, Connections Sports Edition, Strands, and Mini Crossword. If you’re stuck on today’s Wordle answer, we’re here to help—but beware of spoilers for Wordle #1943 ahead.

Let’s start with a few hints.

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There is one sometimes vowel in today’s Wordle.

Today’s Wordle begins with a consonant.

There are no double letters in today’s Wordle.

Think: intimidating, unnerving or playing mind games with a person to make them feel anxious or less confident.

OK, that’s it for hints—I don’t want to totally give it away before revealing the answer!

Related: 16 Games Like Wordle To Give You Your Word Game Fix More Than Once Every 24 Hours

We’ll have the answer below this friendly reminder of how to play the game.

SPOILERS BELOW—do not scroll any further if you don’t want the answer revealed.

The New York Times

Today’s Wordle answer on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, is PSYCH.

-If you missed it, catch up with the answer to yesterday’s Wordle.

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Michael Rosenbaum, who famously played Lex Luthor, is revealing his first impression of his Smallville castmate, Tom Welling.

During an October 2026 interview with New York Live, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Smallville, Rosenbaum and Welling discussed working together on the WB series, which had a 10-season run until 2011.

Rosenbaum recalled feeling taken aback by Welling’s good looks when they were first introduced at a table read. According to the actor, his first thought upon seeing Welling, who starred as Clark Kent, AKA Superman, was “freaking handsome.”

“I was like they’re going to fire me. So good looking. I couldn’t handle it. I was like, ‘Oh my god, this guy is a hunk,'” said Rosenbaum during the interview.

Welling said, however, that he didn’t remember their first interaction.

During an October 2026 interview with PIX11 News, alongside Welling, Rosenbaum shared that he has gotten closer with his co-star since Smallville ended. He explained that Welling’s long workdays while shooting the series prevented them from establishing a close bond.

“We weren’t as close on the set. We were friends, like he worked, so much, 14 hours, 16 hours every day and the rest of us didn’t work as hard as he did,” said Rosenbaum, who co-hosts a Smallville-themed podcast with Welling called TalkVille.

Welling then chimed in that he wanted a break from his co-workers when he could leave the Smallville set.

“The last thing you want to do on the weekends is hang out with the people you work with,” quipped Welling with a smile, causing Rosenbaum to laugh.

During a September 2026 episode of his other podcast, Inside of You, Rosenbaum said that while he and his Smallville castmates “got along great,” he did keep Welling’s ego in check.

“Tom had a little ego but like everybody loved him and I’m the one that f–ked with him constantly, right? Like, ‘Oh, I’m sorry. Should I get you a bigger trailer?'” recalled Rosenbaum during his podcast episode.

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Never underestimate the power of a statement necklace to transform your outfit. While many pieces in this category are bold and flashy, there are also eye-catching alternatives that won’t overpower your entire look. The delicate Apsvo Birthstone Leaf Necklace is a lovely example. With its nature-inspired design, the look is subtle enough for everyday wear yet still distinctive enough to feel special and artisanal. 

This exceptional piece is normally $126 at Walmart, but right now you can snag it on sale for just $15. There are 12 options — one for each zodiac sign — featuring a cluster of corresponding Austrian cubic zirconia birthstones configured in a pretty leaf formation. The pendant commands attention with its rich sheen and dainty appearance.

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Priced at 88% off, the necklace is such an outstanding value that you could easily pick one up for several lucky recipients on your holiday shopping list. Birthstone necklaces make thoughtful gifts, offering something that’s both elegant and personal. This one brings together 17 dazzling stones shaped into a nature-inspired motif that exudes timeless style.

Those sparkling stones are, of course, the star of the show. Because the silver-plated chain is so minimal, the pendant really stands out. It has an almost ethereal quality, with its wide silhouette adding a little gleam to the neckline. Whether you’re wearing a turtleneck or a scoop-neck tee, you can be sure it will make a subtle but visible statement.

While it looks spectacular on its own, it also makes a pretty addition to a stack. Layering necklaces is a fun way to express yourself, and a birthstone necklace is one of the most poignant pieces that you can wear. Any of these vibrant pendants would complement other necklaces beautifully.

Related: Walmart’s ‘Exquisite’ $30 Simulated Diamond Heart Bracelet Is a Luxe Gift With ‘Unreal Sparkle’

Shoppers praised the “absolutely stunning” craftsmanship, with several people noting that it makes a lovely gift. Another reviewer highlighted the “gorgeous” design and added that the piece is “delicate and looks super expensive.” 

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With the holidays just around the corner, this is a great opportunity to get some early shopping done. There’s one for everyone on your list! Pick up the Apsvo Birthstone Leaf Necklace while it’s marked down to just $15 at Walmart.

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You know a song is a classic when people have been singing it for so long that nobody’s even sure who wrote it. Such is the case with “Man of Constant Sorrow.” The traditional folk ballad was first published by Kentucky musician Dick Burnett under the title “Farewell Song” in a 1913 booklet called Songs Sung by R.D. Burnett — The Blind Man – Monticello, Kentucky.

When asked in an interview towards the end of his life if he was the original songwriter, Burnett claimed he couldn’t remember.

“I think I got the ballad from somebody…I dunno. It may be my song,” Burnett told Charles Wolfe.

But considering the details of Burnett’s life, it’s hard to believe the lyrics aren’t autobiographical. Before becoming a songwriter, the banjo player was shot in the face during a robbery and lost his sight. The original version of “Man of Constant Sorrow” seems to tell that very tale:

I am a man of constant sorrow
I’ve seen trouble all my days
I’ll bid farewell to old Kentucky,
The place where I was born and raised.

Oh, six long years I’ve been blind
Friends, my pleasures here on Earth are done.
In this world I have to ramble,
For I have no parents to help me now

Burnett never actually recorded the song he published in that booklet. The first recording was by an artist named Emry Arthur in the ’20s, who changed the title to “Man of Constant Sorrow.” But it was the Stanley Brothers who popularized the tune with their version in 1951.

Ralph Stanley apparently thought the song was much older than Burnett, by a hundred years or more.

“The first time I heard it I was a small boy,” Stanley told NPR. “My daddy had some of the words to it, and I heard him sing it, and my brother and me, we put a few more words to it, and brought it back in existence. I guess if it hadn’t been for that, it’d have been gone forever.”

A number of other iconic musicians covered “Man of Constant Sorrow” after the Stanley Brothers, including Joan Baez, Bob Dylan and Rod Stewart. In 2024, Rolling Stone ranked the Stanley Brothers’ rendition at #22 on their list of the “200 Greatest Country Songs of All Time,” with music journalist Richard Gehr pointing out that “Man of Constant Sorrow” “launched a full-on Americana revival with its prominent placement in the Coen brothers’ film O Brother, Where Art Thou?” in 2000.

In the movie, the song is performed by The Soggy Bottom Boys, a fictional group including George Clooney as one of the members. It’s not really Clooney singing, though: Dan Tyminski from the band Union Station sang lead, with backing vocals from Harley Allen and Pat Enright. The track also featured Union Station members Jerry Douglas, Barry Bales and Ron Block.

As Craig Havighurst of WMOT wrote earlier this year, O Brother, Where Art Thou? “did pretty well, commercially and critically, but the soundtrack became the dog and the movie the tail.”

Indeed: The soundtrack won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2002 and became a #1 country album, selling between 8 and 9 million copies.

Related: 1975 No. 1 Hit, Ranked Among ‘Greatest Country Songs of All Time,’ Is Still an Outlaw Anthem 51 Years Later

In the nearly 60 years since Joni Mitchell released her debut album, 1968’s Song to a Seagull, the iconic singer-songwriter has accomplished just about everything any musician could ever hope for in her career. But one goal has remained elusive for the Canadian-born Grammy winner…until now.

On Tuesday, Oct. 13, Mitchell shared a photo of herself on Instagram holding an American flag while standing in front of United States and Department of Homeland Security flags. In the pic, she’s wearing a dark blue button-down shirt with a red design and a matching red hat, along with a pair of sunglasses and a beautiful smile. In addition to the photo, Mitchell also posted a brief clip of herself being called up to be sworn in as an American citizen.

“A journey that began 62 years ago,” she wrote in her caption.

Commenters were quick to congratulate Mitchell on finally becoming an American citizen after living primarily in California for years.

“Some people become citizens. Others become part of a country’s soul. Joni did both,” one fan declared.

“Well thank God, we in the U.S. need some more Jonis,” a second person pointed out, with a third adding, “This is so wonderful. I have tears in my eyes!!”

“Congrats, Joan! Just in time to vote!” wrote Mitchell’s old friend and fellow music legend, Graham Nash.

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While neither Mitchell nor her reps have offered any details at this point, Nash’s comment highlights the timeliness of this latest milestone.

In 2024, during a “Joni Jam” at the Hollywood Bowl, Mitchell expressed regret over not being able to vote, as Variety reported. First, she inserted Donald Trump‘s name into the lyrics of her song “Dog Eat Dog” (following the lyrics’ reference to “snakebite evangelists and racketeers and big wig financiers”). Then, when the song ended, she made her feelings on the President very clear.

“I wish I could vote. I’m a Canadian. I’m one of those lousy immigrants,” she quipped, adding, “F—k Donald Trump.”

Mitchell was met with a standing ovation.

Related: 1974 No. 1 Soft Rock Hit, Originally Considered a Throwaway, Ranked One of the ‘Greatest Songs of All Time’

British rock band Coldplay was hard at work on their second studio album in the early 2000s. Ten songs were already written for the record before the entire band opted to collaborate on a new song. Despite them thinking it was too late to add anything to the work that would become A Rush of Blood to the Head, they recorded a demo and kept it.

This demo was the track that would go on to be one of Coldplay’s signature songs: “Clocks.“

In the nearly 25 years since the release of A Rush of Blood to the Head, “Clocks” has been sampled numerous times and subject to massive critical acclaim. The track won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year and was included on Rolling Stone’s list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time.”

In addition to the aformentioned accolades, the song is widely respected as one of the best alt-rock songs out today. In the ranking of the “Greatest Adult Alternative Songs of All Time” on Billboard, “Clocks” was placed second on the list, only behind “One Headlight” by The Wallflowers.

The road to getting “Clocks” on the radio was not quite as smooth as Coldplay likely would have hoped. Because of the band’s disastifaction with the album they’d recorded (with Chris Martin even going so far as to call what they had presented to the label as “rubbish”), the group ended up delaying the release. The band’s manager at the time ended up encouraging them to push for “Clocks” to make the second record, a decision that ended up paying off.

Music critics praised “Clocks” as one of the highlights on the album. Goldmine, an American music magazine, called the song “a stunningly pretty piano rocker, absolutely perfect and is simply one of the best songs of the decade.” U2’s Bono has even gone so far as to credit “Clocks” as one of the 60 songs that saved his life.

Whatever the path to recording, it’s safe to say that “Clocks” has gone on to be synonymous with Coldplay, and one of the greatest in the genre according to critics and listeners alike.

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Related: 1979 Single Based on Danny Seraphine’s Life in Chicago, Ranked Among ‘Best Disco Songs of All Time’

Dancing With the Stars judge Carrie Ann Inaba‘s tense exchange with pro dancer Jenna Johnson is making waves online after Tuesday night’s episode of the reality competition series.

On Tuesday, Oct. 13, Johnson and her celebrity partner, Grey’s Anatomy actor Harry Shum Jr., performed a Samba to Usher‘s “Yeah!” featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris during the show’s Super Bowl Night episode.

Although the pair delivered a powerful performance, the judges had some criticism for their routine, particularly when it came to the amount of traditional Samba content and Johnson’s choreography.

“I think you need to put more content in your dances especially because you have so much, you’re so good, like I want to see you challenge yourself a little bit more,” Inaba said. “And there was a lift.”

When the veteran judge pointed out the lift, which is prohibited in Samba, Johnson appeared surprised and questioned the call.

“A lift?” Johnson asked.

“Yeah it was a lift,” Inaba responded before reading from a piece of paper. “A lift is, I just need to say it, any movement during which one of the dancers has both feet off the floor at the same time with the assistance or support of their partner. Yeah, lift.”

The moment prompted fellow judge Derek Hough to quip, “Dang, I feel like I got told off.”

Despite the criticism, Shum Jr. and Johnson earned a score of 33 out of 40 and advanced to the next week of competition.

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Following the heated moment, fans took to social media to comment on Inaba’s unusually stern delivery.

“She’s different from usual—it feels a bit strange,” one fan wrote.

“The way she pulled out the rules🤧🤧🤧,” another commented.

“She’s probably been waiting to do this for seasons … she’s had that definition READDDDYYY,” a third added.

“lmao SHE GOT RECIEPTS,” another fan wrote.

Inaba has long been known as an enforcer when it comes to lifts, which are prohibited in the 10 traditional ballroom and Latin dance styles, including the Samba. However, lifts are permitted in other styles featured on the show, such as jazz, contemporary, and salsa.

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A vintage-style rug can bring warmth, character, and timeless charm to almost any room. The challenge is that genuine antique rugs can be expensive and difficult to maintain, especially in busy households where spills, dirt, and pet hair are part of everyday life. A washable design offers a practical alternative, giving you that classic look without the same level of upkeep.

The Union Rustic Laiden Washable Area Rug is a standout option for anyone who loves the look of a vintage find but wants something easier to live with. Right now, the 8-by-10-foot size is on sale for 85% off at Wayfair, dropping from $569 to just $87. That’s a savings of $482 on a large area rug that can help pull an entire room together.

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Its ornate, vintage-inspired pattern adds a touch of sophistication without making your decor feel overly formal. The timeless design works well with farmhouse, bohemian, traditional, and mid-century modern styles, so you don’t have to redesign your room around it. The rug is available in five size options, including smaller sizes and runners, making it easy to find a fit for different rooms and layouts.

Beyond its appearance, the rug has a soft surface that feels comfortable underfoot while remaining practical for everyday use. Its low pile measures just 0.08 inches, or about 2 millimeters, so doors are less likely to catch on the edge, and vacuuming is easier than it can be with thicker, shaggy rugs. The non-slip backing helps keep it in place on the floor, making it  a useful choice for living rooms, bedrooms, basements, and other spaces that see heavy foot traffic.

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Everyday messes are easier to manage, too. The rug is water- and stain-resistant, which can help when accidental spills happen, and its pet-friendly design makes it a practical option for homes with furry companions. When it needs a deeper clean, you can put it in the washing machine rather than relying solely on spot cleaning. It’s  designed to fit most standard-sized washing machines, although it’s worth checking your machine’s capacity before washing the larger size, and also folds down for convenient storage. 

One reviewer called it “very elegant” and “so soft,” writing, “The colors are absolutely beautiful and blend nicely together.” Another shopper noted that it “looks antique,” adding, “The pile is thin which makes it easy to wash and vacuum — it’s perfect for anyone with animals as you can refresh it in no time..”

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If you want a rug that combines vintage-inspired style with features suited to a busy home, the Union Rustic Laiden Washable Area Rug is well worth a look. With Wayfair’s current 85% discount, the 8-by-10-foot size costs just $87 instead of $569, making it an affordable way to add character and comfort to your space.

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Elisabeth Shue is back on the red carpet, almost 40 years after she became an ’80s fan favorite in Adventures in Babysitting.

The talented actress, 63, got her start in The Karate Kid before making the world laugh in the 1987 comedy classic, Adventures in Babysitting. The teen flick, which chronicled a wild night in Chicago, spurred her rise in successful films like Cocktail and Soapdish. However, it was her groundbreaking role as a Nevada sex worker in 1995’s Leaving Las Vegas, opposite Nicolas Cage, that earned her an Academy Award nomination. While Shue hasn’t really had a ton of recent film roles in recent years, she’s been a TV staple, with roles in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Amazon’s The Boys, and Cobra Kai on Netflix, which takes a unique spin on her Karate Kid origin. But now, the blonde actress is back on the red carpet once again. She just hit the world premiere of 20th Century Studios’ Whalefall at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles, California. One look at Shue makes it clear that she has barely changed since the ’80s!

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Whalefall is the film adaptation of Daniel Kraus‘s novel of the same name. The film stars Josh Brolin in the lead role, alongside John Ortiz, Jane Levy, and Emily Rudd. Shue plays Zara Gardiner in the film.

Upon announcement of Shue’s casting last year, Deadline described the movie as The Martian meets 127 Hours, and said it will “center on a scuba diver in search of his deceased father’s remains who gets swallowed by an 80-foot, 60-ton sperm whale and has only one hour to escape before his oxygen runs out. After giving up on life, the young man is surprised to find a reason to live in the most dangerous and unlikely of places,” according to a synopsis.

Whalefall hits movie theaters on October 16. Check out the heart-pumping trailer below:

If you’re eager to recapture some of Shue’s ’80s awesomeness, check out the theatrical trailer for Adventures in Babysitting. The comedy classic still hits almost 40 years later!

Related: Where Are the ‘Adventures in Babysitting’ Stars Now Almost Four Decades After the Cult Classic

Sleeping With Sirens guitarist Nick Martin wasn’t about to let one concertgoer’s behavior slide.

Video circulating on Instagram shows the musician interrupting the performance to address an altercation in the crowd where a man allegedly punched a woman. He made it clear that fighting, especially violence against women, wouldn’t be tolerated at the band’s show.

“Stop fighting,” Martin can be heard shouting from the stage. “I saw you just f**king hit a girl.” He then delivered a warning to the man responsible. “I’ll come down there and beat your f**king a**, you piece of sh*t.”

Frontman Kellin Quinn attempted to lighten the mood with an unexpected remark. “We’re not a heavy band,” Quinn said. Martin continued pointing out the alleged aggressor to security, appearing visibly frustrated by what he’d witnessed.

According to the Instagram video discussing the incident, commenters claimed the man was escorted out of the venue. However, the band’s representatives have not publicly confirmed those details.

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“Band dudes who stand up and protect their fans are such a green flag,” one person commented.

“Was there in person for it, was really surprised how early it happened 😬 but shout-out to Nick for handling it immediately,” another said.

“If u can’t hang then there’s the door..,” a third replied with lyrics from their hit “If You Can’t Hang.”

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Sleeping With Sirens, known for songs including “If I’m James Dean, You’re Audrey Hepburn” and “Kick Me,” has built a devoted following since forming in 2009.

The post-hardcore band, fronted by Quinn, is currently on their An Ending In Itself Tour, which kicked off on October 6 in Phoenix, Arizona. The band is scheduled to continue performing across North America through November, with upcoming stops in Texas, Missouri, and other states.

Anybody who knows anything about the Rolling Stones knows that the band was deeply influenced by iconic blues artists like Howlin’ Wolf and Muddy Waters. In fact, their first few albums were mostly R&B covers. It’s been said it was the Stones’ third studio album, Out of Our Heads, that showed a real “unity of sound.”

While the U.S. version of Out of Our Heads, released in July 1965, did include originals like “Satisfaction” and “Play With Fire,” it also featured covers such as Marvin Gaye‘s “Hitch Hike,” Solomon Burke‘s “Cry to Me,” and the soul song “Mercy, Mercy,” originally recorded by American singer-songwriter Don Covay in 1964.

It was that last one, “Mercy, Mercy,” that Ultimate Classic Rock‘s Allison Rapp included in her recent roundup of the “20 of the Best Rolling Stones’ Deep Cuts” at the top of her list (which was organized chronologically).

“We realize we might be bending the rules here a little bit since ‘Mercy, Mercy’ is a cover, not a Rolling Stones original, but it’s an awfully good one as far as the band’s earlier years go,” Rapp wrote. “This appeared on both the U.K. and U.S. versions of 1965’s Out of Our Heads, and it’s a great example of Jagger both honoring the original recording and taking his first steps into his own brand of rock ‘n’ roll singing.”

Jagger, who was just 21 years old when the Stones recorded Out of Our Heads, reflected on the band’s significance in a 1995 interview with Rolling Stone‘s Jann Wenner.

“Most of that was recorded in RCA Studios, in Hollywood, and the people working on it, the engineers, were much better,” Jagger said.

“They knew how to get really good sounds,” he continued. “That really affects your performance, because you can hear the nuances, and that inspires you.”

Related: 1969 No. 1 Hit, Ranked Among ‘Greatest Songs of All Time,’ Was Saved by an Off-Beat Cowbell

When Wenner remarked on how Jagger’s singing style had evolved on Out of Our Heads, Jagger agreed.

“Yeah, well, it is obviously soul influenced, which was the goal at the time,” he said. “Otis Redding and Solomon Burke. ‘Play With Fire’ sounds amazing — when I heard it last. I mean, it’s a very in-your-face kind of sound and very clearly done. You can hear all the vocal stuff on it. And I’m playing the tambourines, the vocal line. You know, it’s very pretty.”

As David Malvinni explained in Experiencing the Rolling Stones: A Listener’s Companion (2016), “Mercy, Mercy” took a few recording sessions to perfect. They nailed the final version during their third studio session visit, with Keith Richards showing “more rhythmic confidence than his first take on the song” and taking it “in the direction of rock.”

“Mercy, Mercy” was never released as a single…but the song clearly made its mark.

Related: 1955 Hit, Covered by the Rolling Stones and Jimi Hendrix, Ranked Among ‘Greatest Songs of All Time’

Billy Swan was a country singer and songwriter who released one of his most well-loved hits in 1974 that captured the interest of the King of rock ‘n’ roll, Elvis Presley.

“I Can Help” is often regarded as Swan’s only major hit single of his career that landed at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and crossed over at No.1 on the Hot Country Singles chart. When released, critics described it as a neo-rockabilly track, while Swan perceived it as an “up-tempo blues song.”

The success of “I Can Help” led to the creation of an album of the same name that topped the country charts the following year. When it came to the track’s creation, Swan was inspired by a wedding gift from fellow musicians Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge, and a music room his wife, Marlu, had built for him.

“Well, when my wife and I got married, Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge gave us a little RMI portable organ as a wedding present. I guess it’s mostly to me since little– , you know. But Marlou fixed up a little music room in a little closet area of this duplex we were livin’ in and she had her little drum machine that went Bom-bom-bom-bom, you know. And I was playin’ with that rhythm one time and started playin’ the organ and that’s when I wrote I Can Help,” he explained, according to Elvis Australia.

In an interview with Sound on Sound, Swan added that the Rhythm Master had 10 preset sounds, including mambo, cha-cha, bossa nova, Rock 1, and Rock 2. He used one of the Rock sound presets that played 16ths and sounded like a sock cymbal. Swan had “I Can Help” in roughly 20 minutes, and it even surprised the songwriter at how quickly it was developed.

“I didn’t always write that quickly, but from my experience the ones that come quickly are the good ones. ‘Lover Please’ was like that, and so was ‘Everything’s the Same’. With ‘I Can Help’ I actually wrote the three verses first, and since I needed something to put between the second and third verse I then came up with the bridge. The whole thing just came out of the air, including the words,” he explained.

A year later, Presley covered “I Can Help” for his Today album. It just so happened that Swan became familiar with Presely’s family early in his career. He had met former Elvis bassist Bill Black in the early ’60s, who took one of his songs and made it a hit for Clyde McPhatter in 1962.

Swan moved to Memphis to write more material for Black and met Presley’s Uncle Travis. He worked as the guard at the front gate of Graceland and struck up a conversation that led Swan to live with Travis and his wife at their home.

“I became friends with Billy and his brother Bobby. The house was only a couple of blocks up the street, and I’d hang out with them whenever they joined Elvis at the movies, the skating rink or the fairground. I stayed there until May, and saw Bill Black maybe twice. Most of the time I was hanging around the gate with Travis,” said Swan.

Related: 1961 No. 1 Hit, Written by 26-Year-Old Carpet Salesman, Is Still Haunting 65 Years Later

While Sebastian Stan may be close to his Captain America co-star Chris Evans, he didn’t feel comfortable asking the Materialists actor for an unusual favor.

In an October 2026 interview with GQ, wherein he discussed his most notable films, Stan noted that his role as Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee in the 2022 miniseries, Pam & Tommy, called for him to have a conversation with his character’s genitals, voiced by Jason Mantzoukas. He explained that the idea came from Lee’s 2004 book, Tommyland, wherein he wrote scenes depicting “conversations with his penis.” Stan also noted that the scene was done completely practically with the help of puppeteers.

According to Stan, he was requested to ask Evans to provide the voice for the NSFW role.

“I remember us sitting there discussing who was gonna voice the penis. And somebody had said, ‘Why don’t you call Chris Evans? You guys are friends.’ And I was like, ‘I’m not calling Chris Evans to voice this penis,'” said Stan.

Stan said that while including Evans’ voice in the scene “probably could have been a really good moment,” he doubted he would have agreed to do it.

In a 2022 interview alongside Jennifer Aniston for Variety’s Actors on Actors, Stan shared some insight into filming the infamous Pam and Tommy scene. He said he chose not to think about the scene prior to filming it.

“I found that the less I thought about it, the better, because the train of thought starts to go into panic mode. But it was a tricky scene to shoot ’cause when we were shooting it, we didn’t know if it was really gonna work, if it was gonna be too much or not,” said Stan.

In addition, he noted that the moment was quite complicated to shoot.

“There were components, manual and prosthetics and things and people with wires sort of plugging things into sockets,” recalled the Thunderbolts* star.

Stan also said the show’s writers intended for the scene to be “a creative way” of having Lee “confess his love” for his third wife, Pamela Anderson, whom he divorced in 1998 after three years of marriage.

Today’s NYT Mini Crossword covers a variety of topics, including bedtime routine staples, French farewells, prestigious prizes, tiny ocean creatures, office supply store buttons, major banks, tennis love scores, things that train, impractical running shoes and words meaning to make dirty.

Working on the daily Connections, Connections Sports Edition, Wordle, and Strands is a whole ritual for many of us. And we can’t forget about the NYT’s The Mini Crossword, too!

Although the NYT is known for “The Crossword,” a larger puzzle for paid subscribers, The Mini has quite the fan following as well. This particular game resets at 10 p.m., unlike some of the others that start over at midnight.

So, if you’re working on today’s Mini Crossword on Wednesday, October 14, and need some help (I’ve been there), get ready to read the clues and solutions for each line. We have them separated into hints first for both “Across” and “Down” words, followed by “Across Answers” and “Down Answers,” so be careful if you want to avoid spoilers as you scroll!

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Here are additional clues for each of the words in today’s Mini Crossword.

1 Across: Common parts of kids’ bedtime routines — HINT: Ends with the letter “S”

6 Across: French farewell — HINT: Starts with the letter “A”

7 Across: Prestigious prize — HINT: Starts with the letter “N”

8 Across: Tiny creature that feeds the world’s largest creature — HINT: Ends with the letter “L”

9 Across: Word on a Staples button — HINT: Starts with the letter “E”

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1 Down: Chase or Wells Fargo — HINT: Starts with the letter “B”

2 Down: Love, love, love — HINT: Ends with the letter “E”

3 Down: Bone below the femur — HINT: Starts with the letter “T”

4 Down: Difficult shoes to run in — HINT: Starts with the letter “H”

5 Down: Make dirty — HINT: Ends with the letter “Y”

Don’t go any further unless you want to know exactly what the correct words are in today’s Mini Crossword.

1 Across: Common parts of kids’ bedtime routines — BATHS

6 Across: French farewell — ADIEU

7 Across: Prestigious prize — NOBEL

8 Across: Tiny creature that feeds the world’s largest creature — KRILL

9 Across: Word on a Staples button — EASY

1 Down: Chase or Wells Fargo — BANK

2 Down: Love, love, love — ADORE

3 Down: Bone below the femur — TIBIA

4 Down: Difficult shoes to run in — HEELS

5 Down: Make dirty — SULLY

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Envision an island in your dream kitchen? If so, you should give a mobile island a shot before you tear down and renovate your space. Portable and chic, this Richya Rolling Kitchen Island with Storage at Walmart is a great choice. With all of its storage options and farmhouse charm, you may love it so much, you won’t need to give your kitchen an expensive overhaul.

There’s no better time than right now to snag this kitchen island because it’s currently on sale for just $140, down from $200. This island is also available in a drop-leaf version if you want a more spacious option. The drop-leaf iteration normally retailed for $290, but is now on sale for $166.

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This portable kitchen island blends style, functionality, and practicality. Featuring a tabletop with an exposed woodgrain finish, this island oozes with farmhouse charm. The woodgrain finish gives it a rustic aesthetic, instantly elevating your kitchen and making it feel cozy and inviting. This island has a sleek silhouette with clean lines and paneled doors, adding a modern touch that’ll complement the rest of your furniture and decor. Multiple customers described the island as “beautiful.”

Boasting two drawers at the top and two cabinets below them, this island offers plenty of storage space to help streamline your kitchen. You can use the drawers to store silverware, cooking utensils, and small gadgets to help relieve your kitchen’s built-in drawers if they’re overcrowded. Shoppers noted that the drawers in this island roll out smoothly so you’ll be able to access everything with ease. 

Each cabinet has one shelf that you can adjust between three heights, allowing you to store items of various sizes rather than leaving a lot of the vertical space unused. You can use these roomy cabinets to store bulky appliances, dinnerware, pantry staples, and more. For additional storage, one side of the island is equipped with a towel rack, and the other side is fixed with a spice rack and an additional bar below it. 

“It added lots of storage to my small kitchen,” one reviewer said. Another shopper commented that it has “a lot of storage space.” 

Smaller than most fixed islands, this one measures 43.3 inches wide, 17.7 inches deep, and 32.5 inches tall. Ideal for small and large homes alike, this kitchen island features four 360-degree swivel wheels so you can easily move it out of the way whenever you need to free up space. Whenever you want to keep the island stationary, you can lock two of the wheels to ensure it doesn’t budge. 

The tabletop is made from natural rubberwood, while the rest of the island is made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF). Reviewers described this piece as “sturdy.” Durable and spacious, the tabletop is ideal for prepping meals and holding heavy and large appliances. As a bonus, shoppers mentioned that this island was easy to assemble. However, they said that it took some time to put together, as it came with a lot of pieces. 

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Create your dream kitchen for less with the Richya Rolling Kitchen Island with Storage. Head to Walmart now and grab it while it’s still on sale for just $140! Be sure to hurry because it’ll only be available at this fantastic price for a limited time. 

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When the dark comedy thriller In Bruges arrived in theaters in 2008, the chemistry between stars Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson was hard to miss. But their performances were just part of what made the film so memorable. In Bruges took the familiar hitman story and gave it an unexpected twist, mixing crime, dark humor and a surprisingly emotional story about guilt and redemption. Now, a new ranking has named it the best hitman movie of all time, putting the unconventional favorite ahead of films built around bigger action sequences and more elaborate kills.

With its ability to swing from laugh-out-loud moments to genuine heartbreak, In Bruges isn’t your typical hitman movie. There’s violence, of course, but the film is just as interested in the people behind it. What happens when professional killers are forced to sit with the consequences of their actions? And what do you do when the one place you’re supposed to hide from your problems gives you nowhere to run?

Such an underrated movie. #inbruges #colinfarrel #inbrugesedit #fyp

In a recent ranking of hitman movies, In Bruges took the top spot. The critics behind the list praised the film for turning the genre on its head without losing what makes it entertaining.

“In Bruges may not be the conventional shoot-’em-up hitman movie, but it is probably the greatest in the category, completely subverting the genre without ever feeling strange. Ray and Ken are professional killers, but Martin McDonagh is far more interested in their personalities and insecurities. The movie is brutally funny one moment and deeply depressing the next. Colin Farrell’s Golden Globe-winning performance gives Ray a layered character, while Brendan Gleeson provides the older, more reflective counterpoint to him. Even Harry, played with hilarious, explosive intensity by Ralph Fiennes, becomes a lively character because of his unique personal code.”

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Directed by Martin McDonagh, In Bruges follows Ray and his older partner, Ken (Brendan Gleeson), who are sent to the medieval Belgian city of Bruges to lie low after a job in London ends in tragedy. Ken takes the opportunity to explore the city’s historic architecture, canals and tourist attractions. Ray, on the other hand, would rather be anywhere else.

He’s struggling with the accidental death of a child during his previous assignment, and sightseeing isn’t exactly helping him feel better. While Ken finds beauty and enjoyment in their surroundings, Ray spends his time complaining, getting into trouble and trying to figure out how to live with what happened.

The city becomes more than a pretty setting for a crime story. Its quiet streets and centuries-old buildings make an unlikely backdrop for two hitmen waiting to learn their fate. There’s something almost surreal about watching these men wander through a place filled with history and beauty while carrying so much personal baggage.

It’s also one of the reasons the movie sticks with you. Bruges feels like a real escape from the world, but Ray can’t escape himself. No matter how beautiful the surroundings, his guilt follows him everywhere.

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One of the film’s biggest strengths is that its characters never feel like the one-dimensional killers we’ve seen in countless crime movies. Ray is crude, impulsive and frequently hilarious, but beneath the jokes is someone genuinely struggling with what he’s done. Ken is more measured and thoughtful, a veteran who can appreciate a beautiful city even while waiting for orders that could change everything.

Farrell’s Golden Globe-winning performance captures Ray’s uneasy mix of bravado, immaturity and remorse. He can make you laugh in one scene and feel for him in the next, sometimes before you’ve had time to process the shift. Gleeson brings warmth and restraint to Ken, while Ralph Fiennes is a scene-stealer as Harry, the volatile crime boss whose personal code is every bit as complicated as the men who work for him.

The film’s dark humor works because the characters take themselves seriously, even when their circumstances become absurd. Their conversations can be ridiculous, their reactions unpredictable and their choices devastating. Somehow, it all feels believable.

That’s what separates In Bruges from a conventional hitman thriller. The violence has consequences, the jokes have an edge, and the characters are allowed to be funny, selfish, frightened and vulnerable all at once. The result is a movie that can make you laugh before reminding you that its characters are dealing with something much bigger than a botched job.

Nearly two decades after its release, In Bruges still feels like the kind of movie you stumble across, start watching again and end up staying with until the credits roll. Farrell, Gleeson and Fiennes give us characters who are impossible to forget, while McDonagh’s sharp writing makes even the strangest exchanges feel oddly familiar. The film may be about hitmen, but its staying power comes from something much more relatable: the ways people deal with regret, the choices they wish they could take back and the hope that even someone who has done terrible things might find a way forward.

That’s a big part of what makes In Bruges such an unusual classic. It doesn’t need to be the loudest or most action-packed movie in its genre. It simply gives us a story, a setting and a collection of characters that stay with us long after the final scene. And if a hitman movie can do all that, it’s easy to see why this one is still at the top of the list.

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Thirty years after Hey Arnold! debuted, its original voice actor is getting a whole new kind of attention.

Lane Toran, who voiced Arnold during the show’s first season, recently shared a video celebrating the animated series’ 30th anniversary.

“So it’s been brought to my attention that today is the 30th anniversary of Hey Arnold, which is absolutely insane,” Toran began the Instagram video, which was shared on October 7. While the actor was busy reminiscing about his time on the show, some viewers were apparently more distracted by how handsome he looks today.

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“Bro you are too fine🔥 Amazing. And congratulations 😭,” one person replied.

“arnold, you’re all grown up 🥹 bout to pull a helga and put a picture of you in a locket,” another joked.

A third said, “I just KNEW the voice of Arnold was a cute a** boy lol my fav show.”

Others reminisced on how much the show impacted them growing up.

“I am almost 39 and Hey Arnold is still so monumental to me,” one shared.

“37 and the impact Hey Arnold had is something I’ll carry forever,” another replied.

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He then revealed a special package he’d received from series creator Craig Bartlett. Inside was an original animation cel from the show, something Toran previously owned as a child before it was destroyed in a flood. “I’m really, really happy to have one again,” he said, showing off the keepsake.

Bartlett also included a handwritten note referencing an upcoming 25-city tour and plans to reunite with Toran in New York. For the actor, the anniversary was an opportunity to thank the fans who’ve kept the series alive. “It’s been a real honor for me to have been Arnold for season one,” he said, adding that meeting viewers at conventions over the years has been particularly rewarding.

Hey Arnold! premiered on Nickelodeon in 1996 and followed Arnold, a fourth grader living with his grandparents in a boarding house in the fictional city of Hillwood. The series became a childhood staple thanks to its memorable characters, including Arnold’s best friend Gerald and his secret admirer, Helga Pataki. It ran for five seasons before ending in 2004.

Toran provided Arnold’s voice during the first season before other actors took over the role.

Janis Joplin never did anything halfway. The queen of blues-rock had a powerhouse of a voice and a gift for turning the ordinary into something extraordinary. As she once said, her mantra was “to be true to myself, to be the person that I…was on the inside and not play games.” So, when she bought a used Porsche in 1968, it was only a matter of time before the car became as unforgettable as the woman behind the wheel. And talk about a transformation!

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In 1968, Joplin bought a used 1964 Porsche 356C 1600 SC Cabriolet for $3,500. The sleek German sports car was already a beauty, but Janis wasn’t interested in driving around in something that looked like everybody else’s ride.

She wanted something with soul. Something wild. Something unmistakably Janis. So she turned to her roadie, Dave Richards, an artist who would soon receive one of the most unusual commissions in rock ’n’ roll history. Janis reportedly paid him $500 and gave him little direction. According to accounts of the project, her instructions were delightfully simple:

“Paint it.”

She offered no elaborate sketches. No color charts. No committee meetings about artistic direction. Just a Porsche, a paintbrush, and the creative freedom to go gloriously overboard.

Richards rose to the occasion, transforming the car into a rolling psychedelic masterpiece titled The History of the Universe. Its body became a riot of vivid colors and fantastical imagery: landscapes, mysterious eyes, mushrooms, skulls, birds, and Janis’s Capricorn astrological sign.

The finished car looked like a psychedelic dream had collided with a rock concert and decided to take a road trip. It was a kaleidoscope of color that captured the freewheeling spirit of the 1960s. Imagine Joplin cruising through the streets in a Porsche that seemed to contain an entire universe on its bodywork. The singer was driving a moving work of counterculture art.

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Joplin wasn’t just happy with the car’s outrageous appearance. She was excited about the Porsche itself, too. In a letter home dated September 28, 1968, she described her new purchase as “very fancy, high class and a great car too.”

Her enthusiasm was understandable. She had bought a stylish European sports car, then transformed it into a rolling expression of her own imagination. It was luxury while also being a rebel.

But wait. There’s another delightful Porsche connection in Janis’s musical legacy. In October 1970, she recorded “Mercedes Benz,” a playful, a Capella song that pokes fun at consumerism and the desire to keep up with the Joneses. Its opening line became one of her most recognizable:

“Oh Lord, won’t you buy me a Mercedes-Benz?” she sings. And she follows it with a memorable reference to her friends driving Porsches. “My friends all drive Porsches, I must make amends. Worked hard all my lifetime, no help from my friends. So,
oh, Lord, won’t you buy me a Mercedes Benz?”

But here’s the irony: Janis herself owned a Porsche! The woman who drove a wildly customized German sports car could also poke fun at the social status and materialism associated with expensive automobiles. Joplin’s Porsche wasn’t just a badge of wealth. Its psychedelic paint job made it a statement of individuality. She didn’t just want a fancy car. She wanted a car that expressed who she was.

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Sadly, Janis’s life was cut short in 1970, when she died at just 27 years old from an accidental heroin overdose. But her music endured, and so did the colorful Porsche that had become part of her story.

The car went on to spend approximately 20 years on display at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, where visitors could admire its extraordinary artwork and connect with the era and the artist it represented.

Then came December 10, 2015.

At an RM Sotheby’s auction, Joplin’s Porsche went under the hammer with an estimated value of $600,000. That was already a remarkable figure, but collectors clearly understood that they weren’t bidding on an ordinary vintage convertible.

When the auction ended, the final price reached an astonishing $1.76 million. If you do the math, Joplin paid $3,500 for the Porsche and another $500 for the paint job. The total original outlay was $4,000. The 2015 auction price was 440 times that original amount, before accounting for inflation, maintenance, or other expenses.

Of course, the car’s value wasn’t simply about its age, engineering, or rarity. The fact that it belonged to Janis Joplin made it uniquely desirable. The mural was inseparable from the woman who commissioned it, the music she created, and the cultural revolution she helped soundtrack.

Janis Joplin’s psychedelic Porsche is a symbol of the uniquely talented woman who drove it. It’s bold and unconventional. She bought a used car, handed an artist $500, and gave him the freedom to turn it into something extraordinary. She didn’t follow the rules of automotive style or much of anything else. She made her own.

Joplin marched to the beat of her own drum, living loudly, loving fiercely, and expressing herself without apology. Her music was raw and soulful. Her style was unmistakable, and her personality was entirely her own. At a time when the world often expected women to fit neatly into prescribed roles, Janis refused to be put in a box. She was gloriously imperfect, fiercely independent, and utterly unique.

That Porsche is a reminder of a woman who dared to be different and left an indelible mark on music and culture. Perhaps the best way to understand Janis Joplin, her music, and that unforgettable psychedelic Porsche is through the words often attributed to her: “Don’t compromise yourself. You’re all you’ve got.”

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Kelly Clarkson is being accused of taking a private shopping dispute too far after publicly criticizing a Brooklyn store over a $15,000 mechanical bird.

Art of Play co-owner Adam Rubin says the fallout from Clarkson’s social media posts has gone far beyond an unhappy customer airing a complaint.

“Kelly Clarkson has put us in danger,” Rubin told New York magazine’s Curbed in an interview published Tuesday, October 13, claiming the store has received threats, negative reviews and harassment since the singer criticized her experience there.

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Rubin separately told Page Six that the response directed at his business has been overwhelming. “It’s a pop star, a mechanical bird, it’s surreal. When this thing first started, everybody wanted us to die,” he said.

“And as the truth has come to light, thinking people realize this is reprehensible abuse of power,” Rubin continued. 

“We have to reconsider the place we give celebrities in our society.” The shop owner said employees, neighbors, and people who defended the business online have also been targeted.

Clarkson, 44, first criticized Art of Play after visiting the Brooklyn Heights store and asking about Molly, a mechanical singing bird.

Just drove all the way to Brooklyn to check out this store I thought looked really rad and had a few things in mind to buy and literally was looked at as if I couldn’t afford it and was told he could find something comparable for me. Wow, dude. You’re an idiot and just lost a…

The “Since U Been Gone” singer said an employee looked her over as if she couldn’t afford the $15,000 item and offered to find her something “comparable.”

She compared the encounter to Julia Roberts’ famous shopping scene in Pretty Woman and called the employee an “idiot.”

The store disputes Clarkson’s description. Rubin said Molly is used in the shop’s magic shows and could not simply be taken off the wall and sold.

He said another automaton could potentially have been specially ordered from its creator.

“Regardless of what happened in the shop, a misunderstanding in a crowded shop – everybody that comes into the store is treated the same, like a normal person. That’s what pissed her off,” Rubin told Page Six.

Not yet.

Rubin said Clarkson would still be welcome in the store, but argued that the larger issue is how celebrities use enormous social media platforms against smaller businesses.

Clarkson has stood by her account of what happened inside the shop. A source close to the singer previously told Page Six, “You know something must have really bothered her because that’s just not who she is.”

For now, neither side appears ready to concede that the bizarre dispute over Molly was simply a misunderstanding.