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  • Aug- 2025 -
    18 August
    A football player in a San Francisco 49ers uniform holds a football, preparing to throw a pass during a game.
    Rick Lye
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    What Behind-the-Scenes Forces Made Disney Cancel Its Colin Kaepernick/Spike Lee Documentary?

    Cancellation of the Kaepernick Documentary After two and a half years of development, Disney and ESPN have formally canceled the highly anticipated documentary about Colin Kaepernick, directed by Spike Lee. The decision surprised many in the media and entertainment industry, amidst reports of creative conflicts. Disney's official statement attributed the cancellation to “creative differences” amon

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  • 18 August
    Disney World Resort's Port Orleans Resort - River Side during the day.
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    Disney World Cautions Guests About Changes Coming to Resort Stays

    Choosing where to stay at Walt Disney World is part of the magic. Families who pick a Moderate resort often feel they’ve struck the perfect balance—more space and extras than the Value hotels, but without the hefty price tag of Deluxe options. Among them, Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter stands out as a longtime favorite, thanks to its Mardi Gras-inspired theming, riverboat transportation to D

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  • 18 August
    Crowds on Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland Park during CHOC Walk
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    Disneyland Goes Cash Only, Guests Without Enter Free

    Visitors heading into Disneyland on Saturday, August 17, were met with a parking surprise no one expected: cash only. At the Mickey & Friends parking structure, one of the resort’s largest garages, cast members informed drivers that credit cards were off the table for the day. Those who didn’t have bills in their pockets were waved through—without paying the usual $35 fee. The news surfaced on Red

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  • 18 August
    Main Steet, U.S.A. in Disney World's Magic Kingdom
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    Magic Kingdom Hits “Most Disruptive” Time Ever With Yet Another Closure

    Visiting Magic Kingdom in 2025 isn’t the seamless escape guests dream about—it’s more like navigating a maze of construction walls, ride closures, and even roadblocks before you step foot in the park. Disney’s long-term plans may be exciting, but right now, it feels like the most disruptive stretch the park has faced in years. Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island Erased Perhaps the hardest chan

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  • 18 August
    A young girl stands joyfully in front of a castle, holding plush toys of Disney characters Mickey, Minnie, and Donald. She is wearing a denim jacket, and the colorful castle towers are visible in the background at dusk inside of Disneyland.
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    Disneyland Locks Merchandise to Prevent Bulk Purchases by Resellers

    Disney's New Measures Against Resellers Disneyland and Disney World have seen a significant increase in merchandise reselling activity in recent years. Dedicated fans have expressed frustration as resellers purchase limited-edition items only to sell them at inflated prices online. The Mickey and Minnie ghost ears have now been locked up at the Emporium on Main St. at Disneyland and can only be pu

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  • 18 August
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    Universal Pulls the Plug on Rip Ride Rockit and Deletes It Overnight

    Universal Orlando’s skyline looks a little emptier today. After 15 years of daring riders to climb its vertical lift and scream down twisting tracks, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit has officially left the stage. Its final day was August 18, 2025, with fans filling the queue one last time, many walking away with special guitar picks as keepsakes. But Universal didn’t just close the ride—it erased it. By

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  • 18 August
    Disney Springs at Disney World.
    Alessia Dunn
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    Disney World Adds New Security Protocol, Millions Required to Undergo Added Check

    Walt Disney World has long been recognized not only for its entertainment and immersive experiences but also for its rigorous commitment to guest safety. From the parks’ iconic rides to their shopping districts, security measures are a highly visible part of the Disney experience. Metal detectors, bag inspections, and trained security personnel have long been standard at entrances, ensuring a safe

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  • 18 August
    "Jurassic Park: Survival" dinosaurs concept art
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    New ‘Jurassic’ Theme Park Shares Teaser, Concept Art Revealed

    Universal Products & Experiences and Saber Interactive are giving fans the ultimate way to step back into Steven Spielberg’s 1993 classic with their upcoming game “Jurassic Park: Survival“. A newly unveiled behind-the-scenes featurette shows just how closely the title mirrors the original film—offering something even Universal Studios' theme park attractions haven’t managed to capture.

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  • 18 August
    A young woman in a turquoise shirt laughs joyfully on a roller coaster, her hair flying upward. Other riders behind her show excitement and surprise, with blue sky and clouds in the background at Universal Orlando.
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    Universal Orlando Attraction at Fault for Grotesque Animal Death

    As Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit prepared to shut down for good on August 18, 2025, fans and former employees are looking back on the roller coaster’s 16-year run — and some of the memories are far from sweet. A recent Reddit thread, titled “Now that Rip Ride Rockit is closing, former employees spill the horror stories,” has surfaced a series of shocking firsthand accounts, offering a glimpse behind t

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  • 18 August
    Tree of Life at Disneys Animal Kingdom
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    Disney Redirects EPCOT Visitors to Animal Kingdom This October

    Walt Disney World has quietly shuffled its Extended Evening Hours calendar again, and this time the change is drawing plenty of attention. Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been added to the schedule for Monday, October 27, 2025, giving guests staying at Deluxe Resorts and Villas the rare opportunity to enjoy the park after dark. For most visitors, Animal Kingdom is synonymous with early closures. Even

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