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Mar- 2024 -3 March
Disney Should Have Been In Front of the Supreme Court This Week, But Bought Its Way Out
This was a big week at the Supreme Court. After Republicans became concerned about alleged bias against conservative voices on social media, state legislatures in Florida and Texas passed laws that diminished the capacity of tech companies to moderate speech on their platforms. The tech companies argued that the laws would handcuff their efforts to remove hate speech, bullying, and falsehoods from
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3 March
Former ‘Desperate Housewives’/’Sopranos’ Star Turns to OnlyFans to Pay Off Mortgage ‘in 5 Minutes’
Actress Drea de Matteo got her big break on one of the greatest TV shows of all time, The Sopranos. After her character Adriana La Cerva was killed, she turned her Sopranos success into two seasons on the Friends spinoff, Joey. But after 2006, Drea de Matteo had the nomadic actor's life. She starred in 23 episodes of ABC's Desperate Housewives, 35 episodes of Disney-owned FX's Sons of Anarchy, an
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3 March
Famous Disney Legend Honored Almost One Year After Passing
Beloved and famous Disney Imagineer Rolly Crump has been honored by Disney with the perfect bust almost a year after his passing. If Disney cast members are the heart and soul of the Disney experience, then Walt Disney Imagineering are the creative minds behind it. Disney Imagineers are some of the foremost technical and creative minds in the world who work very hard to make sure our favorite ride
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3 March
Lucky Guests Can Now Stay at Cinderella Castle
Staying at Cinderella Castle is a dream come true for many Disney enthusiasts, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience that immerses guests in the enchanting world of fairy tales. Tucked away in the heart of Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, this iconic landmark stands as a symbol of magic and fantasy, captivating guests from around the globe. Cinderella Castle serves as more than jus
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3 March
Guest Jumps Out of Disney Ride, Throws Child Over Fence
Once again, a Disney Park guest has jumped out of “it’s a small world.” Last fall, a 26-year-old man was arrested and banned from Disneyland Resort after climbing out of his “it’s a small world” boat. Videos of the guest went viral because after climbing around on some props, he stripped naked and swam through the ride water. Luckily, he wasn’t injured by any moving mechanical equipment. Months la
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3 March
Confirmed: ‘Encanto’-Themed Attraction Taking Over EPCOT
Encanto has quickly become one of the most popular movies and franchises inside The Walt Disney Company, and it's only a matter of time before we see more of it at EPCOT. EPCOT, which is known for its immersive look at Walt Disney's original idea for the community of tomorrow, is home to many iconic and beloved attractions, including Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Test Track, Remy's Ratat
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3 March
Marvel Announces Entire Scarlet Witch Series Following MCU “Death”
Amid the retooling of Kevin Feige's Marvel Cinematic Universe, the superhero giant has just announced an entire Scarlet Witch series. The fan-favorite character will return this year for an all-new event, which Marvel says “will give her devoted fanbase all the chaos magic they can handle!” Wanda Maximoff, AKA the Scarlet Witch, has been part of the Marvel canon for decades. Created by
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2 March
Body of Missing Florida Girl Found, Man Claiming to Be Disney Cast Member Arrested
WARNING: The following article mentions and/or discusses topics that may be distressing for certain audiences. Viewer discretion is advised. On February 26, 13-year-old Madeline Soto, who lived in Orlando, Florida, was expected to be in class at Hunter's Creek Middle School. However, she never showed up. The news concerned her family, who reported her missing at approximately 8:30 p.m. Just one da
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2 March
Magic Kingdom’s Newest Attraction Is Reportedly Infested With Mold
The newest (and arguably most anticipated) Magic Kingdom attraction may already be infested with mold says new reports. For five long years, Disney fans waited for construction crews to complete the newest attraction at Magic Kingdom Park — TRON Lightcycle/Run. The TRON-themed roller coaster was first announced at the D23 Expo in 2017, and construction began in 2018. The original plan was to
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2 March
You Decide Disney World’s Best Ride in The Disney Fanatic March Madness Disney World’s Best Ride Tournament
It's an age-old question, and one that has sparked many debates, even fights: What is the best ride at the Walt Disney World Resort? There's a lot that goes into answering this question. There is personal preference or past experiences. But this being Disney World, the answer for each one of us probably comes back to the first time we ever went on that ride and the memories associated with it. But
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