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    14 November
    smiling family eating mickey-shaped pretzles in front of cinderella castle in magic kingdom
    Rick Lye
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    Allegations of Theft Prompt Disney to End Relationship with Prominent Travel Agency

    Disney Breaks Ties with Smart Moms Travel Disney has officially ended its partnership with Smart Moms Travel, a travel agency known for arranging Disney vacations. This decisive action stemmed from serious allegations, including claims of fraud and mismanagement that affected the agency's operations. Credit: Disney Disney's spokesperson confirmed that concerns regarding Smart Moms Travel's busines

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  • 14 November
    A tropical outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs, palm trees, and landscaping. A rock waterfall feature flows into the pool, and the sky is clear and sunny.
    Rick Lye
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    New Lawsuit Alleges Disney World Area Hotel was Supposed to Have a Lifeguard on Duty When 6-Year-Old Drowned

    Incident Overview and Family Background A tragic drowning incident occurred at the Crowne Plaza hotel, a Disney World area hotel, resulting in the death of six-year-old Mia Xu from North Carolina. The Xu family arrived in Lake Buena Vista on December 27, 2024, intending to celebrate the New Year at the renowned theme park. What began as a joyous vacation soon turned into a nightmare when Mia, who

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  • 14 November
    Harry Potter on a broom catching the Snitch in front of Hogwarts
    Thomas Hitchen
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    Bob Iger’s Disney Celebrates Its New “Harry Potter” Franchise

    Disney is preparing a major shift in its franchise strategy, and the studio is already speaking candidly about the property it hopes will reshape its fantasy future—Katherine Rundell’s “Impossible Creatures.” The Walt Disney Company (DIS) released its fiscal 2025 fourth-quarter report earlier this week, pointing to stronger-than-expected performance across its core businesses. While re

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  • 14 November
    A family of four smiles and stands with people dressed as Princess Fiona, Shrek, and Donkey in front of a rustic wooden backdrop at a theme park.
    Sarah Larson
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    New DreamWorks Area Shut Down Unexpectedly at Universal Orlando

    Visitors to Universal Orlando Resort are used to surprises—but not like this. Over the past few days, fans noticed something odd inside the park’s newest area. The lively DreamWorks section, once full of color and sound, suddenly had a lifeless corner. Without any announcement or warning, an entire space that once welcomed families now stood closed off. The sudden change sparked curiosity, especia

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  • 14 November
    A crowd of people walk toward the large arched entrance of Universal Studios Florida
    Sarah Larson
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    Universal Orlando Takes “Ghostly” Turn After Iconic Attraction Slips Into the Shadows

    Something subtle but unmistakable is happening at Universal Orlando Resort. The energy feels different—more subdued, almost haunted. Guests have also noticed it, describing a “ghostly calm” that hangs over the park. It’s not that the excitement is gone, but rather that the tone has shifted, as though a key part of the park’s soul has quietly slipped away. Change isn’t unusual for Universal. The re

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  • 14 November
    Crowds on Main Street, USA, at Disneyland Park, in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. Disney bus service.
    Eva Miller
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    Safety Violation Leads to Guest Ejection on Popular Disney Attraction

    Guests at Disneyland Resort were met with an early-morning surprise this week when one of Disney California Adventure’s most popular thrill rides came to a sudden stop — and not because of a technical malfunction. Instead, several riders aboard Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! were reportedly removed from the attraction after attempting to bypass its seatbelt system, reviving a risky t

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  • 14 November
    A decorated Disney castle with holiday wreaths on lamp posts is shown on the left, and a close-up of Mickey Mouse wearing a Santa hat with a snowflake on his forehead is on the right.
    Sarah Larson
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    Top 10 Must-Watch Movies Before You Step Into Disney World This Christmas

    The holidays have officially taken over Walt Disney World, and the magic is everywhere you turn. Main Street, U.S.A. glows under thousands of lights, the scent of gingerbread drifts from the bakeries, and festive tunes echo through every park. Before you pack your bags and step into that winter wonderland, it’s time to set the mood from home. These 10 Christmas movies will get you in the perfect D

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  • 14 November
    Ariana Grande
    Chloe James
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    Arrest Update Released After Fan Lunges at Ariana Grande at Universal Studios

    Universal’s promotional campaign for Wicked: For Good shifted focus this week after an incident at its Singapore premiere drew widespread attention online and renewed scrutiny around event security. Fan Approaches Ariana Grande on Yellow Carpet During the November 13 premiere at Universal Studios Singapore, a man identified online as Johnson Wen climbed over a barricade and ran toward Grande befor

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  • 14 November
    Guests board Space Fantasy – The Ride at Universal Studios Japan
    Chloe James
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    Universal Is Turning One of Its Weirdest Coasters Into a DJ Ride

    Universal is preparing another update for one of its most flexible attractions, confirming that Space Fantasy – The Ride will receive a limited-time DJ overlay early next year. The announcement arrives as Universal expands projects in multiple regions, including plans for a new theme park in the United Kingdom. With parks across the globe, Universal has several major developments underway. Hollywo

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  • 14 November
    Stitch meet and greet at Disneyland Paris
    Thomas Hitchen
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    Park Fans May Get a Stitch Land in the Near Future After Disney’s Latest Announcement

    Over twenty years after the original animated Lilo & Stitch captured audiences with its Hawaiian setting, hand-drawn animation, and Elvis-infused soundtrack, Disney has returned to the story with a live-action and CG hybrid. Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, the film stars Maia Kealoha as Lilo, with Chris Sanders back as the voice of Stitch, alongside Zach Galifianakis, Billy Magnussen, and Courtne

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