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Dec- 2023 -23 December
We’ve Got Big News! Bluey is Going On Tour!
For five years, children around the world have been loving venturing into the house of Bluey — a Blue Heeler puppy dog — and the rest of her family. The show premiered in 2018 in Australia, but quickly became an international sensation. Less than one year after Bluey hit the airwaves, Disney bought the international streaming rights, so they could bring Bluey to millions of people. Rel
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23 December
‘Percy Jackson’ Stuns Critics, Ushers in New Era For Disney+
Recently, The Walt Disney Company has become synonymous with a frequent reliance on reboots and remakes of their timeless stories. Examples include the recent 2023 reboot of The Little Mermaid featuring Halle Bailey, Guy Ritchie's 2019 adaptation of Aladdin, and the Tom Hanks-led Pinocchio in 2022. Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2023) looks set to change all that. The new remake is set to join t
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22 December
Disney Suffers Another Legal Setback With More to Come
This has not been a good year for Disney on the legal front. Over the summer, the Walt Disney Company lost a First Amendment lawsuit over using Lots-a-Huggin bear in Toy Story 3 (2010). That suit could cause Disney to pay millions to the designer of the bear. The year continued with Disney being sued for using a bag in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023). If Disney loses, they will again
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22 December
‘Florida Man’ Demands Entry To Military Base By Telling Soldiers He’s ‘Captain America’
There are times when entertainment crossovers work incredibly well, and others when they are complete disasters. The Simpsons, South Park, and Family Guy have built their shows by incorporating characters from other shows into their storylines. Of course, South Park's latest crossover with Disney absolutely eviscerated the Mouse House for pandering in its attempts at diversity. The entire MCU is b
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22 December
Fired ABC Anchors Might Be Getting Married Soon
Fired ABC anchors Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes spilled the tea recently on their podcast about whether they'll be tying the knot soon. Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes have become incredibly famous among Disney/ABC fans, and it's unclear if it's for the right reasons. In 2022, the couple made headlines and caused a scandal when they were discovered to be in a relationship—one that, at the time, appeared t
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22 December
New Series About Violent, Polygamist Cult Comes to Disney+
A new docuseries called ‘Daughters of the Cult' is coming to Disney+ and Hulu in the new year: here's what it's about. There have been a lot of strange and eccentric shows that Disney (or any of its subsidiaries) has either greenlit or distributed on its platform and through its channels over the past year, and the Mouse House has seen a very scandalized audience with some of its upcoming fi
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22 December
Harry Styles Finds a Permanent Home in the Theme Park Capital of Orlando, Florida
Harry Styles, known for his immense talent and charismatic personality, has reached extraordinary heights in the music industry. As a singer and musician, he has garnered a massive fan base and achieved tremendous success throughout his career. In recognition of his global appeal and influence, Madame Tussauds, the renowned wax museum, has recently unveiled a captivating wax figure of Harry Styles
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22 December
‘Lion King 2’ Director ”Blown Away” by Script That Could Save Disney in 2024
2023 was a tough year for Disney at the box office. Although some of their silver screen failures, like Haunted Mansion (2023) and The Little Mermaid (2023), have since picked up the pace on Disney+, movie theatre ventures haven't been as strong as projected for Disney. However, with successful live-action remakes such as The Lion King (2019) and Jungle Book (2016), Disney has remained dedicated t
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22 December
Anaheim Police Issues Statement on Threats of Active Shooter at Disney Hotel
On December 21, 2023, many guests reported seeing increased police presence in and around the Disneyland Hotel; the police department issued a statement providing clarification on the events. While both the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort are agreed upon to be places of magic and wonder, there are occasionally times when we have news of a more serious nature to report. On Thursd
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22 December
Disney World Left in Total Darkness as Park Lights Shut Off
A Walt Disney World theme park went totally dark. Related: Disney Theme Park Sells Out in Record Time as Prices Continue to Rise EPCOT has undergone the most significant changes at Walt Disney World, with several new rides, attractions, and areas opening up in the last few years. Just recently, a massive new area opened up after being closed to guests for years, with construction walls and barrier
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