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WWE SmackDown Hit by Dramatic 30-Minute Blackout

6/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

WWE SmackDown experienced a dramatic 30-minute blackout during its live show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, caused by a local power failure in the control room. This disruption struck just after the electrifying entrances of Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton. Thankfully, WWE clarified that the outage had nothing to do with Netflix, and the show will continue airing in the U.S. as scheduled.

History

Historical Context

The 1979 Three Mile Island accident raised significant public concerns about nuclear power safety, influencing media portrayals of energy sources. Despite Saudi Arabia's multi-billion dollar investments in infrastructure modernization, power failures persist, as highlighted by a recent blackout during WWE SmackDown. This incident underscores ongoing challenges in energy reliability, prompting discussions on energy security amid global entertainment demands.

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Story summary

WWE SmackDown experienced a dramatic 30-minute blackout during its live show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, caused by a local power failure in the control room. This disruption struck just after the electrifying entrances of Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton. Thankfully, WWE clarified that the outage had nothing to do with Netflix, and the show will continue airing in the U.S. as scheduled.

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