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Jul- 2026 -28 July
‘Star Wars’ Quietly Revives Beloved ‘Mandalorian’ Character in New Canon Story Years Later
Carl Weathers' passing in 2024 left a huge hole in the Star Wars galaxy, with many fans assuming his beloved Mandalorian character, Greef Karga, had quietly reached the end of his journey. While Greef was absent from this year's theatrical release The Mandalorian & Grogu (2026), Lucasfilm has already found a way to bring the former High Magistrate of Nevarro back into canon. When The Mandalorian &
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28 July
Jedi Master Yoda To Be Replaced in New ‘Star Wars’ Update
Yoda's standing as Star Wars‘ most recognizable emblem of the light side is facing renewed scrutiny, as two unrelated developments both probe how far the character's ethical reputation can be stretched. A Shelved Arc for The Acolyte Earlier this year, The Acolyte creator Leslye Headland detailed the storyline she had prepared for a second season of the Disney+ series, which was canceled afte
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28 July
After Months of Speculation, Sadie Sink’s Mystery ‘Spider-Man’ Character Has Been Revealed
For months, Marvel fans have been trying to solve one of the biggest mysteries surrounding Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026): who exactly is Sadie Sink playing? Since the Stranger Things star joined Tom Holland's fourth solo Spider-Man movie, Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures have kept her role hidden, leading to countless theories about her place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Many fans believe
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27 July
Disneyland Icon Tinker Bell Disappears From Theme Park, No Return Date in Sight
One of Disneyland Park's most beloved character experiences is closing its doors next week. Unfortunately, the calendar offers no indication of when Tinker Bell will be back. Pixie Hollow Closes August 4 Disneyland Resort quietly updated the official webpage for the Pixie Hollow meet-and-greet on July 27, confirming that the Tinker Bell character encounter in Fantasyland will close for refurbishme
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27 July
Disney World Confirms the End of Nighttime Entertainment at Florida Park
A dozen umbrellas bolted to amphitheater benches at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park may not sound like major news, but they signal something about the future of one of the park's largest entertainment venues. What Was Installed and Why It Matters WDWNT reported on July 27 that Walt Disney World Resort had installed permanent umbrella shade structures on benches inside the Discovery River amphit
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27 July
Disney World Visitors Have Weeks Left to Lock In $109-Per-Day Park Tickets
A Disney World vacation doesn’t come with many opportunities to describe a theme park ticket as “low-price,” but one of the resort’s more affordable current options is almost gone. Disney’s 4-Day, 4-Park Magic Ticket gives guests admission to all four Walt Disney World theme parks over four days, with prices starting at $109 per day. For travelers trying to visit Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hol
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27 July
Firefighters Seen at Spaceship Earth Following Sudden Disney World Evacuation
Spaceship Earth is designed to take EPCOT guests on a journey through thousands of years of history. On July 27, however, some riders found themselves making part of that journey on foot. An evacuation interrupted operations at the classic EPCOT attraction, and footage shared online showed guests walking through the interior of Spaceship Earth. While the reason behind the evacuation wasn't immedia
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27 July
REPORT: Grand Theft Auto Sparks Police Response at Disney World Theme Park
A reported vehicle theft brought police to Walt Disney World late Sunday night, adding an unusual law enforcement call to the resort's weekend activity. According to a police alert issued July 26, 2026, authorities responded to a stolen vehicle report at Disney's Animal Kingdom. The alert listed the incident at approximately 9:37 p.m. While information surrounding the case remains limited, Florida
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27 July
Disney To Close Animal Kingdom Resort Area From August 17-28
Guests with upcoming stays at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge have a brief window to shop at one of the Deluxe Resort hotel's most distinctive merchandise locations before it closes for refurbishment next month. Johari Treasures Closing August 17 Walt Disney World Resort updated the official webpage for Johari Treasures — the gift shop in the Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village section o
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27 July
Disney Removes Multiple Animal Kingdom Perks as August Overhaul Begins
Another Disney World park is preparing for some noticeable August changes, and this time Animal Kingdom guests will need to adjust their plans. Disney is wrapping up several offerings that have been available throughout the summer. Annual Passholder benefits are disappearing, operating hours are getting shorter, and construction continues moving forward on one of the largest transformations in Ani
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