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May- 2025 -14 May
Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link Canceled as Square Enix Focuses on KH4
Kingdom Hearts fans just got hit with a major curveball: Kingdom Hearts Missing Link, the long-awaited GPS-based mobile game, has officially been canceled. The game was set to let players dive into the realm of Scala ad Caelum and take on waves of Heartless in a GPS-based action-RPG experience designed for mobile devices. The developers concluded that they wouldn’t be able to deliver a long-term e
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14 May
‘The Little Mermaid’ Icon Granted Safety Protocols After Getting Face “Slammed”
Halle Bailey, one-half of the musical duo Chloe x Halle and the breakout star of Disney’s The Little Mermaid (2023), has been granted a restraining order against her former partner, citing fears for her and her child’s safety. According to documents reported by Click Orlando, Bailey alleges that her ex-boyfriend, YouTuber and rapper Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr.—known professionally as DDG—has been
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13 May
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Closed After Man Jumped in Front of Moving Log
On May 12, 2025, a man reportedly jumped into a restricted area of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and wandered in front of a moving log during the Magic Kingdom Park attraction’s operation. This prompted an immediate shutdown as security cast members quickly intervened. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure made its grand debut at Walt Disney World Resort in June 2024. A reimagining of the former Splash Mountain, the
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13 May
Disney Character’s Head Falls off During First Ever Meet-And-Greet With Guests
On May 11, 2025, Romeo McGrowl, the reimagined character from the Country Musical Bear Jamboree, made his first-ever appearance at Walt Disney World Resort’s Magic Kingdom Park. However, things didn’t go quite as smoothly as planned. Romeo McGrowl was introduced as part of the refreshed Country Bear Musical Jamboree attraction, which coincided with the return of Big Al, Wendell, and Shaker, all ro
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13 May
Jessica Jones Returns: Krysten Ritter Joins the MCU in Daredevil: Born Again
Marvel fans, brace yourselves: Krysten Ritter is stepping back into the shoes of Jessica Jones. During Disney’s upfront presentation today, it was announced that Jessica Jones will debut in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2. This exciting news has reignited fan enthusiasm for Marvel’s street-level heroes. Jessica Jones’ Comeback Ritter’s portrayal of Jessica Jones in Netflix’s Jessica Jones (2015–201
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13 May
Disney World Limits Halloween Party Tickets, Only a Few Can Secure Access
Walt Disney World Resort has officially revealed new details for its annual Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party events, and this year, things are a bit different. The popular after-hours event will be held on select nights from August through October 2025, but some Disney Parks fans will need to wait a little longer than others to secure their spot. Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Pa
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13 May
Disneyland Privatizes Fantasyland, Key Areas Closed to Guests This Week
Disneyland Resort is making a big change on Wednesday afternoon: Parts of Fantasyland will be closed to day guests on May 14 for a “private event.” This closure comes just ahead of Disneyland Resort’s highly anticipated 70th anniversary celebrations, which are set to officially begin on May 16, 2025. While the park’s official birthday isn’t until July 17, much of the Disneyland70 offerings will
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13 May
Journey of Water Faces Scrutiny After Incident Raises Health and Safety Concerns
Disney parks are places of joy, discovery, and, sometimes, unexpected learning opportunities. That was the case this week after a TikTok video featuring a guest and his dog inside EPCOT’s Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana started making waves across social media. The video, which shows a guest bringing his dog into the water area, has raised some important conversations about service animals, pu
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13 May
Everything Coming to EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival 2025
If you’ve never been to EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival, you’re missing out on one of the most vibrant, flavorful experiences Disney World has to offer. And with Disney confirming the 2025 festival will run from August 28 to November 22, this year’s event is shaping up to be another unforgettable celebration of food, music, and culture. This isn’t just any festival—it’s 90 days where EP
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13 May
There Are Over a Dozen Things You Can’t Do at Disney World
Walt Disney World Resort is a magical place filled with unforgettable experiences for the whole family. Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning for another enchanted vacation, there’s one thing that's certain: there’s a lot to see and do. But, to ensure you make the most of your trip, it's just as important to know what not to do. Keep reading for the 13 mistakes to avoid during yo
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