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February 14, 2026
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When the subject of legendary rock bands comes up, arguably one of the most notable that comes to mind is Van Halen. The American rock group, formed in the early 1970s, would later play a leading role in shaping rock music in the 1980s. Although the group effectively disbanded in 2020 following the tragic death of one of its principal members (Eddie Van Halen), its influence is still felt today thanks to their electrifying guitar riffs, captivating performances, and hit singles such as “Panama” and “Unchained”. And although the latter two tracks stayed true to their signature hard rock sound, the band often experimented with other genres, as in “Why Can’t This Be Love,” which proved the talented group could write a love song while still retaining its hard rock image.

Van Halen Proved They Could Release a Classic Love Song

The year was 1986. The hard rock band Van Halen had just released their seventh studio album, 5150, on March 24. The album produced multiple hits, such as “Dreams” and “Love Walks In,” but arguably their lead single, “Why Can’t This Be Love,” was the standout, unique song not only on the album but in their career. The nearly four-minute track debuted and peaked highly on multiple charts worldwide. The song continues to divide critics (such as at Vulture magazine, who declared it the worst Van Halen song of all time) decades after its initial release, the consensus among its hardcore fan base remains mostly positive. As one commentator wrote on the group’s official Reddit fan page about “Why Can’t This Be Love”, “Honestly, underrated song. Yeah, Van Hagar leaned way too hard on the “L” word, but this one was top-notch. The synth line is great on the chorus, but the verses are actually better. Eddie’s chord comping is fire, and even if the scat-singing bridge is a touch corny, it was them exploring things they could do with Sammy’s precision and vocal range.”

The primarily pop rock genre track which consists of the rather sentimental lyrics : “Oh, here it comes / That funny feeling again / Winding me up inside / Every time we touch / Hey, I don’t know / Oh, tell me where to begin / ‘Cause I never ever / Felt so much / Hey / And I can’t recall / Any love at all / Oh, baby, this blows ’em all away” proved that the group could write a catchy love song. During a 1986 interview with the Australian music TV show ‘Countdown”, Van Halen revealed that they had deliberated long and hard about what direction they wanted their album to go in and that they threw away many songs, but in the process, they kept “Why Can’t This Be Love” because it was something different, and they didn’t want to consistently produce the sounds as it would feel monotonous.

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Van Halen Knew They Had a Hit Before They Released “Why Can’t This Be Love”

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From the moment Eddie and Alex Van Halen and new member Sammy Hagar (among others) wrote “Why Can’t This Be Love,” they were fully aware that they had a hit on their hands. It was certainly a gamble, considering the departure of David Lee Roth (replaced by Hagar), who played a significant role in their sound. But it paid off, as attested to by the song’s worldwide success.

During an October 2017 interview with Louder Sound Magazine, Hagar explained that the record executives at Warner Bros, who were initially not convinced of the new direction the group’s sound was taking, were put at ease when they heard the song. “We made that whole 5150 record, and then we invited [Warner Bros Records boss] Mo Ostin, one of the greatest record company presidents in history, down. They walk in, it’s me on guitar and Eddie on keyboard, and they’re, like: ‘What the f**k are you guys doing?’ But we played ’Why Can’t This Be Love?’ live, right there for them. And after we’d done, Mo Ostin raised his finger in the air and said, “I smell money!’” Hagar added, “When the album came out, it went straight to number one. We took that rock ’n’ roll highway and did it all. And until it turned bad, it was the greatest thing on the planet.”

The more keyboard-driven sound that featured not only “Why Can’t This Be Love” but also throughout the album would later cement the group in rock n roll history, even if at the time it did alienate some of their original fan base: “So some of the hardcore guitar people rebelled a little bit, but we got a whole new audience with that,” continued Hagar, “And we just satisfied them, and they stayed. And we just went out, and every show sold out in minutes, and we went out and just killed it.”

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Authorities have found “DNA other than Nancy Guthrie’s and those in close contact to her” as the investigation into her disappearance continues.

The DNA evidence was discovered and collected at her property, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department shared in a statement with multiple media outlets on Friday, February 13.

“Investigators are working to identify who it belongs to,” the update read. “We are not disclosing where that DNA was located.”

Investigators also found several gloves, with the closest discovered approximately two miles from Nancy’s home.

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Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos denied that authorities found a glove at the home of Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy Guthrie, amid her disappearance. “We have no glove. We never found a glove on that property,” Nanos told Fox News’ Matt Finn on Friday, February 13. Nanos reportedly revealed in a local news interview that “they […]

The statement also clarified speculation surrounding the location of where the glove was found.

“Reports that a glove was found inside the residence or on the property are inaccurate. All collected evidence has been submitted for laboratory analysis,” the update continued.

Us Weekly has reached out to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department for comment.

Guthrie, who is the mother of the Today show’s Savannah Guthrie, was last seen alive in Tucson, Arizona, on January 30 after enjoying dinner with family members. Police later confirmed a 911 call was made on February 1 after the 84-year-old didn’t meet up with friends to watch a church service virtually.

Authorities have not identified a person of interest or suspect in Guthrie’s disappearance. They also have not officially ruled anyone out.

On Thursday, February 12, the FBI released an official description of the suspect as “a male, approximately 5’9” – 5’10” tall, with an average build. In [a newly-obtained security] video, he is wearing a black, 25-liter ‘Ozark Trail Hiker Pack’ backpack.” Federal officials confirmed they’d received 13,000 tips from the public related to Nancy’s disappearance — and were doubling their offer from $50,000 to $100,000 for any information that led to her rescue or recovery.

“Today, the FBI is increasing its reward up to $100,000 for information leading to the location of Nancy Guthrie and/or the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in her disappearance,” FBI Phoenix announced via X on Thursday. “New identifying details about the suspect in the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie have been confirmed after a forensic analysis of the doorbell camera footage by the FBI’s Operational Technology Division.”

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Following Nancy’s disappearance Savannah, 54, and her siblings, Annie Guthrie and Camron Guthrie, have pleaded for the public’s help as they desperately try to find their mom.

In an Instagram video posted on February 4, both Savannah and Annie shared a personal message to their mom.

“Mommy, if you are hearing this, you are a strong woman. You are God’s precious daughter, Nancy,” Savannah said. “We believe and know that even in this valley, He is with you. Everyone is looking for you, Mommy, everywhere. We will not rest.”

Annie added, “Nancy is our mother, we are her children. She is our beacon. She holds fast to joy and all of life’s circumstances. She chooses joy day after day despite having already passed through great trials of pain and grief. We are always going to be merely human. Just normal human people who need our mom. Mama, if you’re listening, we need you to come home. We miss you.”

Whether you’re heading to a cocktail soirée or your regular date night, having a black dress that feels both elevated and easy to wear is a closet game-changer. For Nina Dobrev, that formula recently came in the form of a shirt-style leather dress she wore to the Sundance Film Festival. While the actress didn’t tag the brand on Instagram, the Xllais Faux Leather Bodycon Maxi Dress is eerily similar. The piece checks all the same boxes with its sleek faux leather finish, body-hugging silhouette and modern boatneck design.

Leather dresses tend to skew casual by nature, but this version elevates the look with a more refined silhouette. The bodycon fit and ankle-skimming length immediately make it feel dressier, while the neckline adds structure and sophistication, framing the shoulders and collarbone in a way that feels intentional rather than laid-back.

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A faux-leather finish gives the dress the same glossy, swanky feel seen in Dobrev’s Sundance look, but the streamlined cut makes this piece ideal for evening plans. Plus, it hugs the body without looking overly tight, striking that balance between flattering and wearable. Throw a blazer over it to channel that cool, off-duty celebrity energy, or pair it with heels and a clutch for an easy transition into cocktail territory.

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One Amazon reviewer called the Xllais Faux Leather Bodycon “one of the most flattering dresses [they’ve] ever owned. Another shopper raved that it’s “form-fitting and classy at the same time.”

If you’re looking for a black leather dress that feels inspired by celebrity style yet works for real-life plans, this is one to add to your cart. Shop the Dobrev-inspired look now and make this piece your go-to for nights out!

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Romantic comedies will never truly die, but some of the best ones do tend to get lost, especially in this age of the streaming shuffle. Between endless superhero releases and prestige drama, a surprising number of heartfelt, hilarious love stories have quietly slipped from the public eye. Luckily, Prive Video’s catalog hides some of the genre’s finest overlooked gems that are perfect for your Valentine’s Day watch.

From the unconventional antics of intercultural clashes to nostalgia-tinged charmers that make us feel fuzzy inside, these are the rom-coms that remind us why we fell in love with falling in love on screen in the first place. They’re funny, tender, and yes, sometimes a little messy — but that’s exactly what makes his genre so irresistible. Celebrate the most romantic holiday with these hilarious, heartfelt gems.

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‘I Want You Back’ (2022)

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Peter (Charlie Day) and Emma (Jenny Slate) may be total strangers when they meet, but they soon form an instant bond after learning they were both unexpectedly dumped on the same weekend. What starts as shared heartbreak quickly morphs into a mischievous plan to win back their exes by sabotaging their new relationships.

There’s something undeniably charming about two people finding purpose — and even love — amid emotional wreckage. It’s a setup that could easily spiral into chaos, and that’s exactly what makes it so irresistibly fun to watch. Day and Slate bring sharp comedic chemistry alongside an undercurrent of vulnerability that keeps the antics grounded. In many ways, I Want You Back understands that heartbreak and hope can coexist, and that sometimes, the best love stories begin when you stop trying to fix the past.

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‘The Big Sick’ (2017)

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When Pakistani-born comedian Kumail (Kumail Nanjiani) falls for grad student Emily (Zoe Kazan), the cultural and familial differences between them pose enough challenges on their own. But when Emily suddenly falls ill and goes into a coma, Kumail is forced to confront not only her parents but also his own identity and fears about commitment.

Based on the true story of Nanjiani and his writer wife, Emily Gordon, it’s not surprising that The Big Sick has become one of the most affecting romantic comedies of the past decade. A perfect blend of humor, heartache, and honesty, the film brings humanity to moments of pain and uncertainty. The result is a story that transcends genre labels, offering an unflinching yet hopeful look at what it means to love across boundaries, cultures, and tragedy.

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‘The Family Stone’ (2005)

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The Stone family’s Christmas gathering is anything but peaceful when Everett (Dermot Mulroney) brings home his uptight, conservative girlfriend, Meredith (Sarah Jessica Parker), to meet his chaotic, Bohemian relatives. What follows is a holiday full of clashing personalities, buried secrets, and unlikely romantic shifts that leave no one quite the same.

Part dysfunctional family dramedy, part tender love story, The Family Stone has everything you need for a good comfort watch (no matter what the critics may say). Beneath its prickly humor lies a compassionate story about belonging, grief, and self-acceptance. Stacked with a stellar cast, including the late great Diane Keaton, Parker shines in an underrated performance as she turns Meredith from a caricature into someone heartbreakingly human. It’s a holiday flick that truly sneaks up on you emotionally, reminding us that love, in all its forms, can be messy, uncomfortable, and still entirely worth it.

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‘The Idea of You’ (2024)

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An accidental meeting at Coachella turns into a whirlwind romance between Solène (Anne Hathaway), a 40-year-old single mother, and 24-year-old boy band star Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine). But the relationship quickly becomes complicated by the realities of Hayes’ fame as the two are forced to navigate the intense scrutiny that comes with being an unconventional couple.

What could’ve been simple escapism becomes something much deeper thanks to Hathaway’s grounded, luminous performance. Indeed, The Idea of You turns its fanfiction roots into emotional truth, exploring how love can be liberating rather than limiting. Sexy, bittersweet, and refreshingly mature, this film is a reminder that reinvention — and desire — don’t have expiration dates. Forget the age gap discourse; this is a love story about choosing yourself, no matter who’s watching.

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‘Something From Tiffany’s’ (2022)

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After an engagement ring is accidentally swapped with a less expensive gift from Tiffany & Co., the lives of two couples become unexpectedly connected. Not only does the mix-up cause the couples to confront and question the state of their relationships, but it also leads to the discovery of who they are truly meant to be with.

In the tradition of the cozy, snow-dusted holiday rom-com, Something From Tiffany’s seemingly follows in the footsteps of some predecessors, feeling like a throwback to the glossy escapism of Christmas love. But beneath its twinkling surface is a story about timing, fate, and the bravery it takes to admit when something (or someone) just isn’t right. Zoe Deutch‘s warmth and comedic chops carry the film, reminding audiences why she might just be one of today’s rom-com darlings.

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‘Somebody I Used to Know’ (2023)

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Upon returning to her hometown, workaholic TV producer Ally (Alison Brie) reconnects with her ex-boyfriend, Sean (Jay Ellis), and begins to question everything about her life. Things only get more complex when she meets his younger and free-spirited fiancée, Cassidy (Kiersay Clemons), who reminds her of the person she used to be.

Co-written by Brie and her real-life husband Dave Franco (who also directed the film), Somebody I Used to Know sidesteps rom-com formulas to deliver something more grounded and introspective. It’s about nostalgia, self-sabotage, and the realization that love isn’t always about getting back what you lost. Brie is magnetic as the film’s lead, capturing that universal ache of wanting to rewrite the past. Sure, it might be a little heavy sometimes, but at the end of the day, it’s a film that remains funny, wistful, and deeply relatable.

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‘Begin Again’ (2013)

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Greta (Keira Knightley) is left devastated when her long-time songwriting/romantic partner, Dave (Adam Levine), succumbs to the trappings of newfound fame and ends their relationship. But things turn for the better when Dan (Mark Ruffalo), a disgraced record-label exec, stumbles upon Greta performing on a small stage, as he’s immediately captivated by her raw talent.

From Once director John Carney, Begin Again follows in its footsteps by being a love letter to artistic collaboration and emotional renewal. While not a traditional love story, its emotional core beats just as powerfully, celebrating connection through artistic creativity rather than romance or lust. With an infectious soundtrack (sung by the actual actors), as well as two leads who radiate sincerity, the film quietly captures the magic of new beginnings and second chances. Frankly, it’s an almost perfect rom-com that not many people think to watch.

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Anthony Bregman, Guy East, Judd Apatow, Molly Smith, Nigel Sinclair, Sam Hoffman, Tom Rice, Tobin Armbrust, Marc Schipper

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James Van Der Beek’s brother Jared has shared a heartbreaking tribute to his sibling in the wake of his death.

Jared, 47, took to Instagram on Friday, February 13 to open about his feelings of loss after the Dawson’s Creek star’s death. (James died on Wednesday, February 11 following a stage III colorectal cancer battle. He was 48.)

“There’s a special bond that exists between brothers and two days ago, that physical bond was broken.I now know why people call it heartbreak when you lose someone close to you,” Jared wrote.

He added, “There is a feeling of devastation and pain that runs so deep in the heart, I didn’t know it would hurt so badly.”

Alongside a carousel of throwback photos of their family over the years, Jared paid tribute to James and shared more details of their close connection.

“He was my person, the one I went to for any and all things. I’ve looked up to him since I was born. He has never failed to be there for me whenever I needed him,” Jared wrote.

He continued: “It has been wonderful reading and seeing how he touched so many lives not because of something he did, but because of who he was. He shared with an open heart and with his wise soul. As painful as this pain deep in the heart is, the healing has already begun with all the outpouring of love, prayers, and support. I truly thank all of you have taken the time to reach out, letting me know that you’re there. The community of people who were intimately involved in his passing were nothing short of amazing. Thank you to everyone known and unknown who helped his transition be as beautiful as possible.”

Concluding the post, Jared said he missed James and will always love him.

“James, I already miss your physical being and your words of wisdom over the phone. Yet, I also feel your presence so strongly and I know you will continue to be guiding me,” he wrote. “Thank you for living your life with me. I love you.”

Followers shared their support for Jared in the comments section, including James’  former Dawson’s Creek costar Kerr Smith.

“Jared…I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m still having trouble processing all of this,” Smith, 53, wrote. “I can’t even imagine what you’re going through. Please know you’re in my thoughts. ❤️🙏😢”

Family friend Erin Fetherston added, “This is so beautiful Jared. You were there for him in the most incredible way. What a gift it was to witness your brotherhood. God bless you and your family ❤️.”

James’ death was announced via a statement made via his social media accounts on Wednesday.

“Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith and grace,” the statement read. “There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother and friend.”

In the wake of his death, a GoFundMe campaign has been set up to raise funds for his widow Kimberly Van Der Beek and the couple’s six children.

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Merle Oberon is not a Hollywood name that gets tossed around much anymore. In the 1930s, however, she was one of the biggest box office stars. With her stunning looks and emotionally-charged performances, Oberon starred in a series of screen classics, including an Oscar-nominated performance inThe Dark Angel and a turn as the heroine Cathy in what is perhaps — at least up toEmerald Fennell — the best known version of Wuthering Heights(although others have their preferences).Oberon’s casting in any of her best-known roles, though, would’ve been controversial at the time, had the world known a secret that she harbored from a young age. Oberon was part-Asian. Born in Bombay — which was then part of British India — Oberon’s mother was Burgher, part of a Sri Lankan Eurasian ethnic group.This is only the beginning of a confusing mystery as to what exactly Oberon’s origin truly is. Her early life, in fact, is a cinematic tale befitting of her movie star status.

Oberon Concealed Her True Background for Decades

According to the Asian American Foundation, Oberon spent her life claiming to have been born to white parents in Tasmania, Australia. In an interview, author Mayukh Sen said that her mixed-race background actually subjected Oberon’s family to “abject poverty” and “rejection from both white Britons and other Indians” for “perceived racial impurity.”

“However, upon traveling abroad to the United Kingdom—a place that was a haven for Anglo-Indians who felt alienated in British India during the yawning years of the empire—she could slough off any stigma a little more easily,” Sen explained. Oberon worked hard to conceal the truth of her identity, the author related, because of her difficult childhood and how important it was that she did “nothing to forfeit any security once she obtained it.”

“For Merle, the lie created for her by studio publicists back in 1932—one that involved not only concealment of her racial identity, but also a fictitious birthplace—was so involved that unraveling it herself would have sacrificed that cocoon of safety she’d built for herself. I’d love to be wrong about this, but I just don’t think Merle would have put so much on the line in the final years of her life,” Sen said.

Merle Oberon Stood by Her Likely-Faked Birthplace

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So deep did Oberon’s Tasmanian story go that there was a theater named for her in her supposed birthplace of Hobart. She is known to have visited Australia twice, in 1965 and 1978, according to the bookTill Apples Grow on an Orange Tree by Cassandra Pybus.The first time, she strangely fell ill and left the country when a reporter for theSydney Morning Heraldpressed for details about her birth. The second time, she largely stayed in her hotel room and had “crying jags.”

Even her actual mother was a work of fiction.According to The New York Times, Constance Selby gave birth to Oberon — only 14 at the time. Selby had been raped by her stepfather, so her mother, Charlotte Selby, took charge of Oberon, who grew up believing that her mother was her sister.

When she got to Hollywood, obviously, a new reality was created, which had already been set in stone for Oberon. Oddly, unlike many stars, her first name got to stay — though it was really her middle name Estelle Merle O’Brien Thompson, which was shifted to Merle Oberon. A slight, but supremely posh alteration.

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“I couldn’t dance or sing or write or paint,” she was once quoted as saying. “The only possible opening seemed to be in some line in which I could use my face. This was, in fact, no better than a hundred other faces, but it did possess a fortunately photogenic quality.”

She was 17 when she came to England in 1928, and she was eventually discovered by powerhouse British filmmaker Alexander Korda, who bestowed upon her the breakout performance of her career, that of Anne Boleyn in the Charles Laughton-starringThe Private Life of Henry VIII. She married Korda, who would sell her contract to Hollywood’s Samuel Goldwyn.

Here her career really took off, as she shifted between California and England, making movies likeThese Three andThe Cowboy and the Lady, appearing alongside big stars such asDavid NivenandGary Cooper. Her best-remembered performance would be inWilliam Wyler’s version ofWuthering Heights, which was named as one of the 100 best movies ever made by the American Film Institute in 1998. Co-starring with Laurence Oliver, her effervescent performance as Cathy became the one most audiences identified with the seminal, tragic literary character all the way up to Margot Robbie.

Merle Oberon Never Acknowledged the Truth of Her History

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In later years, her career would cool off. Her last screen appearance would be in 1973’sInterval, a low-budget drama that also featured her then-husband, Dutch actorRobert Wolders, who was 25 years her junior. She died following a stroke in 1979 at 68 in Malibu, California.Years later, Oberon is now generally considered to be the first Asian nominee in the Best Actress category, a fact that was widely reported after Michelle Yeoh’s historic win in the category for 2022’s Everything Everywhere All at Once. Though she may never have been able to embrace her past, her legacy continues and extends across the decades.Wuthering Heights is available to stream on Prime Video, HBO Max, and Tubi in the U.S.

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April 7, 1939

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William Wyler

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