Lineworkers Volunteer to Hike Through Miles of 'Rough Terrain' to Restore Power to Veterans Hospital After Helene

In the aftermath ofHurricane Helene, two lineworkers for an energy company spoke about the difficult but eventually successful task of restoring electrical power for a VA hospital in hard-hit western North Carolina. “I heard in the office that there’s a chance we can get the VA backfed and get the VA hospital back on,” Martinka recalled in the video. The lineworker, who served in the Air Force, added that he comes from a long line of military members in his family — and that his son is a Marine.

Linkin Park Announces 2025From ZeroWorld Tour: 'Ready to Take This Energy Even Further'

Linkin Park.Photo:James Minchin III James Minchin III Linkin Parkhasa new lineup— and they’re hitting the road for the first time in nearly a decade. On Thursday, Nov. 14, a day before their new albumFrom Zerocomes out, Linkin Park announced a massive world tour across North America, Europe, Asia and South America. The tour kicks off in January with three dates in Mexico before heading to Japan and a one-off show in Jakarta, India (the band’s first show there in 13 years).

Linkin Park Performs 'The Emptiness Machine' with New Singer Emily Armstrong in TV Debut on 'Tonight Show' — Watch!

Mike Shinoda and Emily Armstrong of Linkin Park on ‘The Tonight Show’ on Sept. 17, 2024.Photo:Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty On Tuesday, Sept. 17, the rock group performed “The Emptiness Machine” onThe Tonight Showwith the band’s new singer, Emily Armstrong of Dead Sara. On a set covered in plastic, Linkin Park delivered an explosive rendition of the track as colorful strobe lights flashed in the background. “I let you cut me open/ Just to watch me bleed/ Gave up who I am for who you wanted me to be/ Don’t know why I’m holding what I won’t receive/ Falling for the promise of the emptiness machine," guitarist/vocalist Mike Shinoda sang against booming drum beats.

Lionel Richie Announces New Memoir: 'A Soaring Celebration of His Life and Legendary Career' (Exclusive)

Lionel Richie.Photo:Dennis Leupold Dennis Leupold Lionel Richiehas a lot of credits to his name, and now he’s adding “author” to the list. Lionel Richie on Feb. 18, 2023.Mireya Acierto/Getty Mireya Acierto/Getty “Lionel Richie is not only a music legend who has long been a multicultural and generational bridge, he has witnessed monumental shifts in history and entertainment while working with some of the most significant talents of our age,” said Judith Curr, president and publisher of HarperOne Group.

Lisa Ann Walter's 4 Children: All About Jordan, Delia, Spencer and Simon

Lisa Ann Walter and one of her sons arrive at the Disney+ “Elton John Live: Farewell From Dodger Stadium” Yellow Brick Road Event on November 20, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. ; Lisa Ann Walter and her son Jordan Baum.Photo:Steve Granitz/FilmMagic ; Lisa Ann Walter Instagram Steve Granitz/FilmMagic ; Lisa Ann Walter Instagram Lisa Ann Walter says her most important role is being a mother to her four children: Jordan, Delia, Spencer and Simon.