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Mar- 2026 -24 March
Universal Just Made a Move That Could Change Epic Universe Sooner Than Expected
If you’ve been wondering what’s next for Epic Universe, a new permit might be giving us the first real clue. Universal Orlando recently filed paperwork for a “future attraction” tied to the park, and while there hasn’t been any official announcement, the details behind that filing are already turning heads. This isn’t the kind of permit you file for routine updates. It points to something much big
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24 March
‘Star Wars’ Rewrites Jar Jar Binks Character in New 2026 Update
For years, Jar Jar Binks has been one of the most talked-about—and often criticized—characters in Star Wars. Ever since his debut in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999), the Gungan has been stuck in a reputation that’s been hard to shake: comic relief that didn’t quite land the way George Lucas may have intended. But in 2026, that narrative is starting to shift in a pretty meaningful
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24 March
Disney World Capacity Crisis Leaves Families With Nowhere to Go
There’s always a point during spring break when Walt Disney World feels busy. Then there’s the point where it feels full. Right now, the parks are operating at a level that’s starting to blur that line—and for many families, the difference is becoming impossible to ignore. Because this isn’t just about crowds anymore. It’s about access. And across Walt Disney World, access is becoming harder to fi
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24 March
Guests Stuck on Sinking Boat Ride at Disney World, Evacuation Initiated
A $125 Amphicar ride at Walt Disney World Resort took a terrifying turn last week when the vintage amphibious vehicle began taking on water in the middle of a lake, with passengers still inside. What Happened Out on the Water TikTok user @gabi.dimattia posted footage last week showing the moment her family's Amphicar ride at Walt Disney World Resort went wrong. Water began flooding into the vehicl
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24 March
Disney World Reveals 11 Major Park Closures That Will Affect 2026 Trips
Something is clearly shifting at Disney World—and if you’ve been to the parks recently, you’ve probably felt it without even realizing why. It’s not just new rides or updated shows. It’s entire sections of the parks being reworked all at once. That kind of change doesn’t happen quietly. It shows up in closures. Some of them are temporary. Others are permanent. And together, they’re reshaping what
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24 March
Disney Quietly Removes Fan-Favorite Dining Experience From Park
There’s a subtle shift happening at Disney right now, and it’s the kind of update that doesn’t feel big until you’re actually in the park dealing with it. A popular dining location is closing, but instead of a major announcement, the news slipped out quietly. At first, it seems like business as usual. Restaurants go down for updates all the time. But this one stands out because of its importance t
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24 March
Disney Just Gave A Bunch of Money to Foreign Countries and Here’s Why
As Earth Month comes, The Walt Disney Company is sharing stories about conservation and sustainability from around the world. Disney is also helping foreign countries in difficult times by announcing support for 25 organizations across 16 countries through the Disney Conservation Fund. Since it started in 1995, the fund has invested over $141 million to protect wildlife and restore ecosystems glob
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24 March
Disney World Shuts Down Popular 12-Year Parade Time
There are certain moments at Magic Kingdom that guests plan their entire day around without giving it a second thought. A table-service reservation at Be Our Guest. A front-row spot for the nighttime fireworks. And for a significant portion of visitors, a good viewing location for the Festival of Fantasy parade. Since its 2014 debut, Festival of Fantasy has grown into one of the most visually impr
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24 March
Disney Just Set Up a Museum Display for This Controversial Former Star
Walt Disney Archives displayed two costumes, Miley's guitar, and Hannah's iconic wig at the world premiere of Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, and honestly, Disney just set up a museum display for this controversial former star, celebrating two decades since the show premiered. The special's world premiere was at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles on Monday night, with Miley Cyrus atten
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24 March
After Disappearing for Months, ‘Harry Potter’ Experiences Return to Universal Parks
Universal has brought back two Harry Potter experiences, marking a small but notable update within its expanding theme park portfolio. For more than a decade, the Wizarding World has been central to Universal’s strategy. The first land — Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure — opened in 2010 and quickly drew global attention for its scale and detail. At the center of that land was Hogwarts Castle, hou
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