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Jul- 2023 -14 July
Disney Announces Opening Date For San Fransokyo Square!
Every two years, Disney holds a massive convention for some of its biggest fans. Disney's D23 Expo is called the ultimate fan event, and it takes place right across from the Disneyland Resort! The last D23 Expo took place in September 2022, and fans from around the world came to hear what was happening with Disney Parks, movies, and Disney+. The event was a huge success, with fans meeting other fa
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14 July
Critics Are Losing Their Minds Over Unofficial Disney Live-Action ‘Snow White’ Images
If you head to social media right now, you will likely stumble upon collective outrage over a pair of images that have surfaced online. The photos in question are allegedly leaked from the set of the reshoots for the Walt Disney Company's live-action remake of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The images have caused people to attack Disney again over its “politically correct” casting ch
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14 July
Hurricane Likely to Hit Popular Disney Resort
In the face of an approaching storm, the shores of a tropical paradise are on high alert. Hurricane Calvin is strengthening, creating growing concerns that the storm will strike a popular tourist destination and a beloved Disney Resort location. While the storm's ultimate landfall remains uncertain, the potential impact has experts, residents, and visitors' attention. Hurricane Heading for Disney
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14 July
Popular Disney World Transportation Companies Merge as Longing for Magical Express Remains
Exciting developments are underway for Guests traveling to Walt Disney World Resort from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Leading transportation providers, Mears Connect and Sunshine Flyer have embarked on a collaborative journey that promises to redefine and enhance the entire Guest transportation experience. We know you're disappointed that this isn't an announcement for the return of the Ma
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14 July
Disney Faces Legal Consequences for Dodging Living-Wage Law, Cast Members Await Pay Raise
In a stunning legal setback, a California appellate court dealt another significant blow to Disney as it ruled against the company, accusing it of unlawfully circumventing a living-wage law. This latest courtroom defeat follows Disney's recent loss at the Supreme Court on a separate matter involving first amendment rights. This court ruling grants Disneyland Cast Members a much-needed win in the f
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13 July
Johnny Depp Forced to Take Massive Loan As Banks Foreclose on Actor’s Homes
In 2018, The Washington Post published an OpEd written by Aquaman actress Amber Heard. In the OpEd, Heard said that she was a victim of sexual violence throughout her life. This includes the time that she was married to Pirates of the Caribbean star, Johnny Depp, but she never specifically said his name in the article. The backlash against Depp was swift and brutal. The actor was dropped from both
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13 July
TikToker’s Packing Hack Divides Disney Fans
There is a lot that goes into planning a Walt Disney World vacation, and no one will tell you it's simple. Between picking your travel dates, what Disney Resort hotel you will be staying at, where you will be eating, and what kind of Park tickets you want to purchase, it's a lot. But things don't calm down once your Disney World trip is booked. Traveling to Disney World is a big deal, and you want
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13 July
A Magic Kingdom Nighttime Parade Will Likely Never Return to Disney World
For way too long, Disney World's Magic Kingdom has been noticeably devoid of a nighttime parade. In fact, the theme park has never gone this long without one in over 50 years of of entertaining Guests. Amidst the fun of Walt Disney World, a question lingers: Will the allure of a nighttime parade ever grace its streets once more? As fans on social media begin to talk, it's worthwhile to explore the
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13 July
Disney Actors Officially on Strike! What Happens Now?
SAG-AFTRA actors and members have officially joined WAG writers in their strike against major Hollywood studios. Creatives across the entertainment industry are digging their feet in to demand better pay rates, streaming residuals, and working conditions while addressing artificial intelligence’s growing presence in the entertainment industry. Now that the Hollywood strike is officially started, m
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13 July
Scalpers Take Advantage of Disney’s Sold Out Halloween Party
On July 11, thousands of people logged onto the Disneyland Resort website, ready to wait in line to buy their tickets to Oogie Boogie Bash. Oogie Boogie Bash is Disneyland's hard-ticketed Halloween Party that has happened every year since 2019. The Halloween party takes place at Disney California Adventure Park. Guests were excited to finally get their hands on tickets to Oogie Boogie Bash after t
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