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Aug- 2025 -11 August
Disney’s Next CEO? Dana Walden’s Emmy Win Steamrolls Josh D’Amaro
Dana Walden, the co-chairman of Disney Entertainment, is making headlines once again — this time for receiving the highly esteemed 2025 International Emmy Founders Award. The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences revealed on Monday that Walden will be honored at the 53rd International Emmy Awards gala in New York this November, celebrating her sweeping influence on television worldwi
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11 August
Parents Found on Disney’s Space Mountain After Abandoning Infant in Hot California Sun
Bystanders reportedly found an infant left alone in a stroller while its parents rode a Disneyland Park attraction. The story, captured in a viral Instagram video, has many calling for the family to face consequences from Disneyland Resort. The situation unfolded last month in Tomorrowland, where Disney Park guests noticed a baby alone in a stroller. According to Instagram user @tink_loves_disney,
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11 August
Disney’s Halloween Party Guests Are in for a Big Surprise This Year
If you thought Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party couldn’t get any better, think again. Disney has a little trick up its sleeve for the 2025 season, and it’s one you won’t see coming until you’re in the park. The Halloween party is already one of the most anticipated events of the year at Magic Kingdom. Running on select nights from August 15 through October 31, it transforms the park into a pl
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11 August
Annual Passholders Locked Out Overnight, Universal’s Mysterious Block Investigated
For frequent visitors to Universal Orlando Resort, an Annual Pass (AP) is more than just admission — it’s a key to exclusive perks, merchandise discounts, and countless visits throughout the year. But one Reddit user recently found that the magic can quickly fade when their Annual Pass was unexpectedly blocked, leaving them without answers and stuck in a frustrating limbo. The Incident: A Routine
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11 August
Exclusive Minnie Van Airport Service Ignites Backlash Over Disney’s ‘Class Divide’
Walt Disney World is making a notable change to its transportation offerings this summer. Starting Wednesday, August 13, guests staying at Deluxe Resort hotels will have the option to book Minnie Van service for direct travel to and from Orlando International Airport (MCO). This expansion marks the first time that airport transfers via Minnie Vans have been available beyond Club-level rooms, which
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11 August
Disney’s Original Animal Kingdom Theme Park Is Being Replaced
Walt Disney World Resort is pressing full steam ahead with the transformation of its original theme park within a theme park at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Here’s what we know. The transformation centers on DinoLand U.S.A., which has been part of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park since its opening day. In January 2025, TriceraTop Spin, Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, and Chester & Hester’s Di
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11 August
Disney Park to Close to Public By End of Month
Guests planning on stretching their summer evenings at Walt Disney World may want to adjust their expectations — and fast. In August 2025, two of the resort’s theme parks will close noticeably earlier than usual, with schedules strongly suggesting that high-dollar private events will take over after the public is sent home. On Thursday, August 28, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will shutter at 5:00 PM, c
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11 August
The “Chronic” Problem That Won’t Go Away for Epic Universe
Epic Universe was designed to be Universal’s crown jewel—a park packed with brand-new attractions, immersive lands, and headliners meant to wow even the most seasoned theme park fans. But one of its star rides, the Harry Potter–themed Battle at the Ministry, is building a very different kind of reputation. And unfortunately for Universal, it’s not a good one. From the day the park opened, guests h
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11 August
National Hurricane Center Tracks Potential Path of Atlantic’s First Hurricane of the Season
Current Developments in the Storm The National Hurricane Center is currently focusing on Invest 97L, a weather system off the coast of Africa. Forecasters have assigned a 70% chance of this system becoming a hurricane within the next two days. As the storm continues to evolve, the probability of development is expected to increase to 90% over the next week. This marks the potential onset of the At
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11 August
Confirmed: ‘James Bond’ Reboot’s New 007 Actor Revealed by Co-Star
The James Bond franchise is preparing for a double dose of reimagining — one on the big screen, and one in the gaming world. While Amazon MGM’s upcoming Bond film from director Denis Villeneuve (Dune: Part Two) and writer Steven Knight (Peaky Blinders) moves forward, IO Interactive is developing “007 First Light,” the series’ first major console gaming release in well over a decade. &#
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