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Dec- 2023 -29 December
New Florida Law Would Ban the Pride Flag in DeSantis’ Disney District
In every office and cubicle in America, decorations adorn the walls or desks of the employees. It makes work just slightly more bearable. Whether it be family pictures, decals from your favorite sports teams, or just some inside joke that makes you laugh when you look at it, we all have those things that bring our offices to life. And in some of our cases, those decorations may include a Pride Fla
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29 December
Iconic EPCOT Attraction to Undergo Reimagining Soon
You may remember in September, the 2023 D23 fan event at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida dropped some major announcements. There was plenty of new information, considerable changes, and reveals involving many rides and lands across the entire Orlando theme park. Among the considerable disclosures is a dramatic reimagining of an iconic EPCOT attraction. The History of Test Track Test Track is a
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29 December
The Worst “Karens” We’ve Seen at the Disney Parks
Over the past few years, there is a term that has taken the internet by storm — Karen. The term “Karen” typically refers to a middle-aged woman who is exhibiting outrageously privileged behavior. The term really started to take off in 2020, after a woman went viral for calling the police on a black man who was birdwatching in Central Park. She was deemed the “Central Park K
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29 December
Disney World (Mostly) Unavailable for New Guests Over Upcoming Days
We have some important information for any guests hoping to go to the Disney World theme parks over the next few days! The Walt Disney World Resort is one of the most sought-after Disney vacation spots in the world, and understandably so. With four amazing theme parks like the Magic Kingdom and Disney's Animal Kingdom, and two water parks, there's a lot to look forward to at the Central Florida Di
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29 December
Exactly How Rich Were the McCallister’s In ‘Home Alone’?
In 1990, Kevin McCallister showed viewers exactly what can happen when an eight-year-old is left home alone — and it's way more exciting than we would have thought. Home Alone starred Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister, a young boy whose parents accidentally left him alone during the holidays. Even though he is only eight, Kevin manages to take care of the house, go grocery shopping, and e
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29 December
Walt Disney World Location Prepares for Permanent Closing
One of the hardest parts of being a Disney fan is constantly seeing iconic attractions, restaurants, and stores close over the years. Saying goodbye to beloved locations can be tragic, even if it means getting something new down the road. Now, fans are saddened over the latest closure of one of Walt Disney World Resort's storefronts. New Year to Bring Closure of Shopping Destination Art of Shaving
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29 December
Dwayne Johnson Revives Iconic Role, Returns To His Roots
Actor and entertainer Dwayne Johnson knows his audience, and he knows what they love to see. Dwayne Johnson has been in the world of Hollywood for more than two decades now, beginning his run as a movie star as The Scorpion King in The Mummy Returns (2001). Since that point, he has gone on to star in numerous blockbusters in several different genres, including action, adventure, and family movies.
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28 December
Disney Lawyers Want to Know if DeSantis’ Board Members Are Qualified Or Loyal To The Governor
Apparently, if you're a lawyer working for the Walt Disney Company, there is no holiday break. Just two days before Christmas, Disney filed a new lawsuit against the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District and its Board, seeking records that the Board had withheld from Disney. The suit claimed that the Board appointed by Florid Governor Ron DeSantis failed to preserve and turn over public recor
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28 December
Disney Cast Members Injured in Chemical Spill
In a shocking new report, a chemical spill at the Disneyland Resort has had disastrous consequences for two cast members. Today, we have news of a more serious nature to report on from the Disney Parks. An overnight chemical spill at Disneyland ended up injuring one cast member and hospitalizing another. Here's what happened at the Southern California Disney Resort. Related: Disney Acknowledges Ra
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28 December
‘Percy Jackson’ Is a Hit, But Some Still Can’t Get Over the Diverse Casting
Much like Bruno, Percy Jackson fans don't like to talk about the movies. And it's not just the fans. Author Rick Riordan said it was like “watching his life work go through a meat grinder.” But now, it appears that both Rick Riordan and Percy Jackson fans are all quite satisfied with the new version streaming on Disney Plus. 'Percy Jackson' author Rick Riordan started roasting
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