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May- 2026 -14 May
Disney Quietly Starts Soarin’ Across America Flights Ahead of May 26 EPCOT Opening
The next major EPCOT attraction update is almost ready for takeoff. Disney cast members have officially started previewing Soarin’ Across America ahead of the attraction’s public debut later this month, marking the beginning of a brand-new era for one of EPCOT’s most iconic rides. The timing feels important for Disney right now. Walt Disney World is heading into a massive summer filled with new en
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14 May
‘Star Wars’ Legend’s Tragic Death Blamed on Sequels, “She Practically Killed Herself”
The death of Star Wars legend Carrie Fisher has been blamed on the pressure of the franchise’s sequels. This December will mark 10 years since the passing of Princess Leia Organa actress Carrie Fisher. A few months after filming wrapped on Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017), Fisher suffered a heart attack aboard a flight from London to Los Angeles. After four days in intensive care, a spokesperson fo
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14 May
Deluxe Disaster? Disney’s Beach Club Refurbishment Hits New Roadblock with 2027 Extension
For decades, Disney’s Beach Club Resort has been the “gold standard” for families who want to be in the heart of the magic. Between the five-minute walk to EPCOT’s International Gateway and the three-acre sand-bottomed Stormalong Bay pool, it is a resort that practically sells itself. Credit: Disney However, over the last few years, the “shining star” of Crescent Lake has b
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13 May
After 55 Years, Disney Confirms Removal of Frontierland Attraction at Magic Kingdom
A piece of Magic Kingdom history that has stood in Frontierland since the park's opening day is now gone, and the hole it leaves behind is only going to get bigger. Big Al's Sign Comes Down As of Wednesday, May 13, the sign above Big Al's merchandise kiosk in Frontierland — including the sculpture of its beloved namesake character — has disappeared from above the construction walls surrounding the
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13 May
Mark Hamill Finally Admits That the ‘Star Wars’ Sequels Are Bad
For nearly 50 years, Mark Hamill has remained inseparable from Luke Skywalker, the Jedi hero who helped define Star Wars for generations of audiences. But Hamill has also been one of the franchise’s most outspoken stars. Over the years, the actor has repeatedly questioned creative decisions surrounding Luke’s later storyline. More recently, Hamill explained why the character’s appearance in The Ma
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13 May
Disney World Confirms New America Attraction for the EPCOT World Showcase
A subtle update has appeared at one of Walt Disney World Resort‘s most patriotic destinations, and the timing couldn't be more fitting. Let's take a look at the latest news out of the American Adventure World Showcase Pavilion at EPCOT. A New Sign for a Patriotic Performance Group On May 12, WDWNT reported that a brand-new sign for Voices of Liberty had been installed at the entrance to the
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13 May
Disney World Guests Urged To Seek Shelter Amid Immediate Threat
A fast-moving storm is bearing down on the Walt Disney World Resort area this afternoon, and guests currently in the Central Florida theme parks need to take the weather warning seriously. The Disney World Weather Warning Issued This Afternoon Shortly before 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, the National Weather Service Melbourne issued a weather warning covering Orange County, Osceola County, and S
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13 May
Chris Hemsworth’s Role in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ (2026) Appears To Shrink
Marvel fans have spent years wondering which original Avenger would truly lead the MCU after Avengers: Endgame (2019). For a long time, the answer seemed obvious: Thor. Chris Hemsworth remained one of the franchise’s few consistent anchors after the Infinity Saga ended. While characters like Iron Man and Captain America stepped away, Thor continued appearing across the MCU, carrying his own solo f
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13 May
Disney Quietly Confirms Long-Term Changes at Some of Its Most Expensive Resorts
Disney World vacations are supposed to feel like an escape. You check into your resort, hear the background music playing, smell the lobby scents, and immediately feel like you are inside the Disney bubble. But in 2026, a lot of guests may notice something else during their hotel stays: construction. Disney has now confirmed updates, refurbishments, and temporary closures affecting nearly a dozen
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13 May
A Wrecking Company is Heading to Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland —Here’s What We Know
Something unusual is happening in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom, and Disney fans are already trying to piece together what it could mean for the future of the land. A new permit filed by Walt Disney World lists D.H. Griffin Wrecking Company as the contractor connected to work on the Tomorrowland bridge area. That immediately raised eyebrows online because D.H. Griffin is widely known for demolitio
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