September 12, 2024

The winning numbers drawn were 1, 2, 16, 24, 66, with a Mega Ball of 6 and a 4X Megaplier. This grand prize ranks as the seventh-largest jackpot ever. Along with the jackpot winner, four players from California, Florida, New York, and Washington state each matched five white balls, earning $1 million each. The winner has the option of taking a lump sum payout of $404.2 million.

The Brightline West project, a high-speed rail service connecting Los Angeles and Las Vegas, recently unveiled its first train cars, showcasing sleek, modern designs aimed at enhancing passenger comfort. The all-electric train will feature wide, comfortable seating, free high-speed Wi-Fi, and even a "party car" with colorful lounge seating. With speeds of over 200 mph, the train is expected to reduce travel time between the two cities to about two hours. The service will accommodate up to 450 passengers per trip and is set to be completed in about four years

Five Guys has officially added the Patty Melt, to its regular menu. This sandwich, which has been a fan favorite hack, is now available at select locations. It consists of a burger patty with melted American cheese on a toasted, inside-out sesame seed bun, with customizable toppings like grilled onions. Previously, customers would order a grilled cheese and add a burger patty to create the sandwich themselves, but the new menu item is more affordable than the DIY version. Some have pointed out that while it doesn’t fully match the traditional patty melt (lacking rye bread and Swiss cheese), it's still a tasty addition to the Five Guys lineup.

Ryan Seacrest's debut as the new host of Wheel of Fortune on September 9, 2024, has sparked mixed reactions from fans. Many longtime viewers expressed their disappointment, struggling to adjust to the show without Pat Sajak, who hosted for over four decades. Some criticized Seacrest's performance, calling him "boring" and lacking the charm they associated with Sajak. Others were upset that Seacrest did not mention Sajak by name during his debut.