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The Great American State Fair opened on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a first-ever Ferris wheel on the mall, state exhibits and security screenings; the event runs daily through July 10 with themed days, road closures, and transit guidance as gates opened around 10 a.m. (with some delays on opening day).
GTA 6 fans are buzzing over a Ferris wheel in a Vice City clip that doesn’t cast a water reflection; Digital Foundry explains it’s likely a camera distance and reflection setting quirk rather than a sign of delay or unfinished game, with real-world data suggesting the wheel isn’t sharply reflective. GTA 6 releases November 19 for PS5 and Xbox.
The latest GTA 6 trailer confirms a hybrid reflection system (ray tracing plus screen-space reflections) in Vice City’s bay. The Ferris wheel’s water reflection is mysteriously absent, likely due to BVH-based object culling in the ray-tracing pass, a quirk that may be tweaked for the final game. Other reflections remain stable without occlusion artifacts, suggesting the system uses selective ray tracing with SSR as a fallback.
A 16-day Great American State Fair will transform the National Mall from the Capitol to the Washington Monument (June 25–July 10) with food, exhibits, and interactive displays, plus large-scale installations like a 110-foot Ferris wheel and a refurbished Smithsonian carousel. The event features rotating themes such as Military Appreciation Day and The Next 250 to honor the U.S.'s upcoming semiquincentennial; admission is free with advance registration encouraged, and hours run 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Sun–Wed, 10 a.m.–11 p.m. Thu–Sat, and until midnight on July 4.
Two 11-year-old girls were injured after falling from a Ferris wheel at a Louisiana festival, likely due to a mechanical failure. They were hospitalized but are expected to survive. The Ferris wheel remains closed pending investigation, while other rides have reopened after safety inspections.
Kansas City's new Ferris Wheel, located in the Westside neighborhood, offers panoramic views of the city skyline, although the doors of the gondolas partially obstruct the view of the skyline. The ride lasts 12-15 minutes and costs $17 for adults and $13.50 for children. The gondolas are climate-controlled, and there is a mini golf course called Pennway Putt nearby. The KC Wheel and Pennway Putt are part of the larger entertainment district, Pennway Point, which is set to open in 2024. The Ferris Wheel has already become an iconic attraction in the city, and the lights on the wheel can be programmed for special shows and events.
A man claiming to have a bomb was arrested after climbing the Ferris wheel on the Santa Monica Pier. The man shouted at officers below, but due to the noise, they were unable to hear what he was saying. He was finally taken into custody after climbing closer to the pier and speaking with law enforcement. No incendiary device was found upon his arrest. Santa Monica Fire Department responders used a "cherry picker" truck to reach the riders still on the Ferris wheel, while onlookers watched the incident unfold. The motive behind the man's actions remains unclear.
A man claiming to have a bomb was arrested after climbing the Ferris wheel on the Santa Monica Pier. He shouted at officers below but was eventually taken into custody. The reason for his actions remains unclear. The pier was closed for police activity, and responders used a cherry picker truck to reach the riders still on the Ferris wheel. Dozens of onlookers witnessed the incident.
The Santa Monica Pier in California was evacuated after a man climbed to the center of the Ferris wheel, claiming to have a bomb. The police closed off the area and a crisis negotiation team was brought in to communicate with the suspect. Fire crews worked to evacuate people from the Ferris wheel baskets, and after nearly two hours, the man climbed down and was taken into custody.
The Santa Monica Pier in California was evacuated after a man claiming to have a bomb scaled the Ferris wheel. Crisis negotiators were called to the scene and after about an hour of negotiation, the man was apprehended by police. He was found not to be in possession of any explosive devices. The man appeared to be suffering from a mental health crisis, and police do not believe a crime has been committed. Firefighters safely removed stranded riders from the Ferris wheel after the situation was resolved. No injuries were reported.
The Ain Dubai, the world's largest Ferris wheel located in Dubai, has been inoperative for over a year, with officials refusing to provide an explanation. The massive structure, surrounded by luxury apartments and high-end amenities, remains closed indefinitely, leaving residents and investors in the dark. Speculation about the cause of the closure includes issues with the wheel's bearings, structural movement, or material issues. The lack of transparency surrounding the project reflects a broader culture of secrecy in high-profile projects in the United Arab Emirates. This incident raises concerns about Dubai's real estate market, which is currently booming but has a history of speculative and opaque practices.