More from Jack Aylmer
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Fyre Festival II: Billy McFarland’s promise of redemption
The man behind the infamous Fyre Festival, Billy McFarland, said a follow-up will be happening. In fact, tickets are on sale now, with no details shared about what might be involved in the show. McFarland said he doesn’t know when the festival will happen, or who might be performing. Even with the scant information, tickets… -
Commanders exec criticizes NFL fans, players, leadership in undercover video
Washington Commanders Vice President of Content Rael Enteen has been suspended after an undercover video of him, recorded by the O’Keefe Media Group, surfaced online. The footage, which was filmed in June but released this month, captures Enteen making controversial remarks about the NFL, its players, fans, and leadership during what he believed was a… -
Livestock feed company admits fault in delivery that killed 70 horses
An incident in Oklahoma saw the Livestock Nutrition Center (LNC) admit fault for a delivery of contaminated feed that led to the deaths of as many as 70 rodeo horses. Beutler and Son Rodeo Co. received the feed, and upon eating it, many of the animals died. A veterinarian reported a potential issue with a… -
NASA deploys new solar sail system that could advance space exploration
NASA has successfully deployed its Advanced Composite Solar Sail System which can propel a spacecraft using only power from the sun. The solar sail is now in orbit around Earth, harnessing photons from the Sun to navigate space. The solar sail, which spans around 860 square feet, operates similarly to a sailboat on Earth, but… -
Australian breakdancer Raygun responds to Olympic performance backlash
Australian breakdancer Rachel Gunn, widely known by her stage name “Raygun,” has spoken out for the first time about the significant backlash she received following her performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. In an interview with Channel 10, Gunn discussed the criticism and allegations that emerged after her appearance at the Games. Gunn, who represented… -
California set to approve groundbreaking law that cuts homework, alleviates stress
In California, a new law that could dramatically change the way homework is handled in state schools is nearing approval. The Healthy Homework Act is now awaiting the governor’s signature after passing both chambers of the state Legislature. It aims to not only reduce homework, but also stress among students and parents. The author of… -
Volvo improving electric trucks to make them a more viable long-hauling option
Heavy-duty trucks are a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions within the transportation sector, however, electrifying these vehicles to reduce their environmental impact comes with major challenges. Current electric vehicle (EV) battery technology cannot yet efficiently support trucks on the long distances they need to cover. Today, the average EV battery range tops out at… -
DraftKings fined after online slot machine has no winners for a week
DraftKings and White Hat Gaming have been fined over $22,000 after an incident last summer involving 522 online casino players. What happened to those players may have seemed like a case of bad luck at first, but had nothing to do with the laws of probability. It was a problem with the slot machine. According… -
UK approves 9 new offshore wind farms in record day for British clean energy
The United Kingdom is set to become home to some of Europe’s largest offshore wind farms, with contracts now secured to build the continent’s largest and second-largest projects. In total, nine offshore developments have been approved this month, marking a sharp increase from the same period last year when no energy companies were willing to… -
Construction begins on largest solar project east of the Mississippi River
Construction has officially begun on what will become the largest solar project east of the Mississippi River. Located in southern Illinois, the Double Black Diamond Solar Facility is poised to generate 800 megawatts of power upon its completion, capable of powering approximately 100,000 homes annually. Major energy-intensive clients, including O’Hare International Airport and Loyola University… -
How a new California bill would subvert a voter ID mandate in Huntington Beach
After suing the city of Huntington Beach earlier this year over its voter ID requirement beginning in 2026 for municipal elections, the state of California may be stepping up its efforts to fight the Huntington Beach mandate. State lawmakers passed a bill on Tuesday, Aug. 27, that would ban all voter ID requirements in the… -
Children’s book blamed for battery fire, publishers dispute the findings
A North Carolina family faced a potentially life-threatening situation this week when a fire broke out in the back seat of their minivan, resulting in thousands of dollars in damages. A children’s book, equipped with electronic components designed to produce sounds when the reader presses a button, allegedly caused the fire. Fortunately, no one was… -
Adnan Syed’s vacated murder conviction in killing of Hae Min Lee reinstated
A murder case thrust into the global spotlight by a popular podcast took another turn on Friday, Aug. 30. The Maryland Supreme Court in a 4-3 ruling upheld a lower state court’s decision to reinstate Adnan Syed’s conviction in the murder of his ex-girlfriend Hae Min Lee. A majority of the justices agreed with an…