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May- 2025 -12 May
Disneyland Abruptly Ceases Admission to California Location, on Pause Through Mid-June
Guests staying at one of Disneyland Resort’s onsite hotels were met with a surprise on Monday morning: the dedicated entrance from Pixar Place Hotel to Disney California Adventure Park is now closed. The exclusive Disney Park entrance is expected to remain inaccessible through mid-June. The abrupt closure comes just as the private entrance from Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa reopens after
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12 May
Walt or Trump? Disneyland Nixes Historic Sculpture After Fans Cry Foul
Just days after Disney fans lit up social media with concerns over a new sculpture that bore an uncomfortable resemblance to former President Donald Trump, Disney has quietly removed the piece from its Disneyland 70th Anniversary display. The decorative sculpture—meant to honor the iconic Partners statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse—was originally placed atop the new Sleeping Beauty Castle phot
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12 May
Disney Passholders Are Rushing to EPCOT for These Rare Perks
If there’s ever been a time for Disney World Annual Passholders to feel the love, it’s this May at EPCOT. The park is pulling out all the stops to give Passholders extra reasons to swing by, from collectible freebies to VIP lounges. It’s like Disney is saying, “Hey Passholders, we see you.” Let’s kick it off with the freebie that’s creating some serious buzz: the Maleficent magnet. Starting May 14
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12 May
Scandal-Fueled GMA Anchors Reveal New Relationship Project After Firing
In the fast-paced world of television news, it’s not often that the personal lives of anchors make as much of an impact as their on-screen reporting. However, in the case of Good Morning America anchors Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes, their behind-the-scenes romance turned professional missteps into a public spectacle. What began as whispers about an affair soon became front-page news, culminating in
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12 May
‘Harry Potter’ Fans Are Going Wild as Original Star Teases Reboot Return!
In the world of magic, not all mysteries are solved with a flick of a wand. Some are slowly uncovered as time passes and new chapters unfold. For fans of the Harry Potter franchise, the magic has never truly faded. With the announcement of a Harry Potter series reboot in 2023, a fresh wave of excitement—and skepticism—swept through the Wizarding World. The series, which will air on Max (formerly k
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12 May
‘The Muppet Christmas Carol’ Returns to Theaters This Winter With a Surprise Twist
The holidays might feel far away, but for fans of The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992), the festive season is already starting, as the beloved holiday classic will once again be gracing theaters in the UK as The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert returns once again. Set to bring joy to fans in cities like London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow, the live concert series will feature a screening of t
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12 May
Not-So-Scary… But Definitely Not-So-Cheap: Disney Raises Prices Again
If you were planning to hit up Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in 2025… you might want to check your wallet first. Disney just revealed the 2025 party dates AND ticket prices, and let’s just say—they’re scary in more ways than one. For the first time ever, the party will cost up to $229 per person, with no major updates to the experience itself. Yep. You read that right. Let’s dig into all t
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12 May
Upcoming ‘Jurassic’ Film Has the Same Plot as 1993 Classic, but It’s Not Related
A new dinosaur-themed movie is making headlines—but not necessarily for the right reasons. Recently announced by Deadline, Jurassic: Reborn, an indie action-horror film unrelated to the actual Jurassic franchise, is set to hit limited theaters and digital platforms on June 24. It stars Daniel Baldwin, Bryan Scamman, Danielle Titus, and Esmeree Sterling, and follows a group of scientists who must s
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12 May
‘Harry Potter’ Trio Likely To Be Portrayed by Diverse Actors in HBO Series
Hermione Granger has already been at the center of a casting controversy once — and it looks like she may be again. As HBO continues to roll out casting for its upcoming Harry Potter reboot, it's likely that Hermione will once again be played by an actor of color. Warner Bros. has not confirmed any casting for the main trio yet (which includes Harry Potter and Ron Weasley), but the series has alre
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11 May
No Reunion Magic as Oscar Winner Turns Down Role in ‘Freaky Friday’ Sequel
The beloved Freaky Friday franchise has captivated audiences for decades, with its iconic premise of a mother and daughter swapping lives to better understand each other. While the 2003 remake starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan remains a fan favorite, the original 1976 version with Jodie Foster set the stage for the enduring success of the story. After years of anticipation, the stars ali
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