Las Vegas tourists got a lot more than they bargained for this morning.
On April 14, 2026, the city's newest and most famous landmark, the Las Vegas Sphere, became a giant climbing wall for one daring individual in a bright red shirt.
While the massive LED screen usually displays spinning planets or giant eyeballs, today it featured a human being inching his way toward the summit.
Onlookers watched in disbelief as the man ignored the sheer height and security protocols to conquer the exosphere.
The stunt didn't go unnoticed by authorities for long. As the climber reached higher elevations, a police helicopter was dispatched to the scene.
The chopper hovered just feet away from the dome, appearing to monitor the situation and record the stunt for safety and evidence.
The motive for the climb remains unclear, but the high-stakes display brought traffic to a standstill on the Las Vegas Strip.
Fortunately, reports indicate that the man was able to get off the structure safely after the helicopter intervention.
While the Sphere is designed to be the most immersive entertainment venue on Earth, it was never intended to be an outdoor jungle gym.
Security experts are now questioning how the "Red Shirt Climber" managed to bypass the perimeter to begin his vertical journey.
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