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  • Mar- 2026 -
    19 March
    Tom Holland as Spider-Man swinging through the sky while being attacked by Boomerang
    Thomas Hitchen
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    Marvel Confirms ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Is a Rebirth for Vanished Peter Parker

    As Marvel Studios recalibrates its cinematic universe, one of its most recognizable heroes is being reshaped in the process. 2026's Spider-Man: Brand New Day signals a dramatic shift not just for Tom Holland's Peter Parker, but for the broader direction of the MCU. After more than a decade of serialized storytelling that began with Iron Man in 2008, Marvel is entering Phase Six with a noticeably d

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  • 19 March
    A thoughtful man in a suit with a hand on his chin stands in the foreground. Behind him, a statue of a man pointing upwards, a castle, and an older man smiling are cleverly arranged. These elements form an artistic composite reminiscent of Disney's selective political correctness in its rides at Disney.
    Rick Lye
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    The Mouse House Handover: Josh D’Amaro Takes the Throne as Bob Iger’s $200 Billion Legacy Faces Its Final Verdict

    March 18, 2026, marked the official end of an era. At The Walt Disney Company’s Annual Shareholder Meeting, the baton was formally passed: Josh D’Amaro has officially taken the title of Chief Executive Officer. As D’Amaro moves into the corner office at Burbank, he doesn't just inherit a media empire; he inherits the monumental, complicated, and occasionally polarizing shadow of Bob Iger. Images C

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  • 18 March
    radiator springs racers located inside of Disney California Adventure Park, a Disneyland location for this Disney ride.
    Jess Colopy
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    ‘Cars’ Land Officially Revealed at Disney World

    The first structural peek above construction walls in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom Park confirms that what concept art promised is on its way…Piston Peak National Park is no longer just a plan on paper. From Demolition to Construction The road to this moment has been long and, for many Magic Kingdom Park regulars, bittersweet. The announcement came at D23 Expo 2024, when Walt Disney Imagine

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  • 18 March
    Guests approaching Epcot’s iconic Spaceship Earth; inset highlights a visitor in bold red pants and a black jacket heading out.
    Alessia Dunn
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    Disney World Boots Man After He Poses as Mickey Mouse for Kids

    There is a reason Walt Disney World is called the Most Magical Place on Earth. It is not an accident. It is not a tagline someone slapped on a billboard in 1975 and forgot about. It is the result of decades of obsessive, deliberate effort by thousands of cast members, imagineers, and operations staff who work every single day to make sure that the moment you pass through those gates, the real worl

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  • 18 March
    A large crowd of people gathers in front of the entrance to Disney World Park Hollywood Studios.
    Jess Colopy
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    Disney World Blocks Access to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Theme Park Area

    Rolling planters and missing fixtures have quietly signaled the start of something new near one of Disney's Hollywood Studios' oldest attractions: Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!. A Long-Dormant Spot Gets Attention A former merchandise kiosk adjacent to Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! at Disney's Hollywood Studios is showing signs of active construction this week, with guests noticing

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  • 18 March
    Woman Claims Controversial Disability Change
    Jess Colopy
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    Disney Pulls the Plug on Hope for Changes to Disability Access Service

    Disney shareholders delivered a decisive answer Wednesday on whether to investigate the company's controversial disability access program. How the DAS Program Got Here The controversy dates back to early 2024, when Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort significantly tightened the eligibility requirements for the Disability Access Service. Updated guidelines on both resort websites narrowe

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  • 18 March
    Three young people at Six Flags Great America
    Emmanuel Detres
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    “Something Feels Different”: Six Flags Introduces New Rule That’s Reshaping Guest Visits

    For decades, theme parks have represented something simple yet powerful—freedom. A place where teenagers could gather with friends, families could unwind, and guests of all ages could escape into a world built for fun. But lately, fans are noticing something different. Across the industry, conversations have shifted. What used to be about new rides, seasonal events, and record-breaking attendance

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  • 18 March
    Walt Disney World Resort entrance, where Disney trips take place annually.
    Alessia Dunn
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    NEW: Disney Parks Set for Epic Expansion in 2027

    Disney Cruise Line does not slow down. The company is in the middle of a $12 billion fleet expansion that will take it from seven ships to thirteen by 2031, and the pace of announcements coming out of the cruise division reflects that ambition. The Wish class — Disney's newest and most ambitious generation of ships — already includes the Disney Wish, the Disney Treasure, and the Disney Destiny. To

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  • 18 March
    Rapunzel during the Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom Park.
    Sarah Larson
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    2026 Officially Deemed the “Worst Year” in Magic Kingdom History

    We’re not even three full months into 2026, and Magic Kingdom has already picked up a label that Disney fans usually don’t toss around lightly. For many visitors, this year feels unusually difficult. The park still delivers the familiar sights, sounds, and moments people love, but the overall experience has become more complicated in ways that are hard to ignore. That’s what makes this conversatio

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  • 18 March
    Buzz Lightyear, a character from "Toy Story," is shown in close-up wearing his space helmet. In the background, action-filled scenes feature vibrant space elements, colorful aliens, and the villain Emperor Zurg, creating a dynamic space adventure theme.
    Erica Lauren
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    Cast Members Are Getting Exclusive First Rides on This Refurbished Magic Kingdom Attraction

    Magic Kingdom is currently bustling with new projects, including a Cars expansion in Frontierland and a Villains Land behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland is getting a significant upgrade and will reopen on April 8, 2026. Cast members will have exclusive previews from March 21 to 27, allowing them to experience the new ride vehicles, which featur

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