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Sep- 2026 -24 September
Attractions Team Leader at Major Florida Theme Park Arrested While at Work
A Universal Epic Universe employee was taken into custody inside the park this week after Orange County deputies say he tried to meet a child he had been messaging online. According to investigators, that child was actually an undercover deputy. “Orange County deputies arrested a Universal theme park employee they say tried to meet a 14-year-old for sex after contacting the “teen” online — b
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24 September
After 22 Years, Disney World Quietly Removes Opening-Day Pop Century Staple
Walt Disney World guests returning to one of its most recognizable hotels may notice an unexpected empty spot during their next visit. On September 23, crews arrived at Disney’s Pop Century Resort and removed a familiar piece that had become part of the hotel’s nostalgic scenery. Workers lifted it from its longtime home, hauled it away, and left temporary barriers behind. The sudden removal raises
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24 September
Over 100 Days Later, Disney World Guests To Face New Version of Florida Resort
Relief is finally on the way for Walt Disney World guests. After more than three months of summer heat and humidity, Central Florida is set to welcome its first cold front of the season this week, bringing the coolest mornings the resort has seen since the early days of summer. The front arrives just days after the official start of fall, and local forecasters are already celebrating the shift. As
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24 September
Disney World Guests Face Major Temperature Drop That Could Change Their Vacation
A September trip to Walt Disney World usually comes with a pretty predictable packing list. Shorts. T-shirts. Sunscreen. Comfortable shoes. And maybe a poncho for the inevitable Florida rain. This weekend, however, guests may want to add something unexpected. A hoodie. Central Florida is preparing for a noticeable weather change that could send early morning temperatures into the 60s around Walt D
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24 September
Fired Disney CEO Bob Chapek Claims Credit for COVID Survival and Rise of Josh D’Amaro
Josh D’Amaro may be running Disney today, but Bob Chapek wants people to remember who helped him climb the corporate ladder. The former Disney CEO is preparing to release a memoir that revisits his controversial tenure, the decisions he made, and the executives he trusted along the way. One name plays a particularly interesting role in Chapek’s version of events: D’Amaro. Chapek portrays himself a
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24 September
At Least One Person Battered at Disney Springs on September 24
Law enforcement responded to Disney Springs Thursday morning following a reported battery incident at the popular Walt Disney World Resort shopping, dining, and entertainment district. Details of the Incident at Disney Springs The Orange County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call at 9:15 a.m. on September 24, reporting a “Battery (Unwanted Touching or Striking Someone)” incident at Di
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24 September
Major Expedition Everest Shutdown Expected at Disney World in 2027-2028
A major shutdown appears to be on the horizon for one of Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s most popular attractions. Disney has confirmed plans to finally fix the famous Yeti inside Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain. While the company hasn’t announced when the coaster will close, we expect the project will likely begin sometime in late 2027 or early 2028, after Tropical Americas opens.
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24 September
Disney World Finalizes Permanent Change to Expedition Everest at Animal Kingdom
Every remaining trace of the Single Rider line at Expedition Everest has now vanished from Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, officially closing the book on one of Walt Disney World Resort‘s most popular time-saving strategies. The Testing Phase Behind the Change Walt Disney World Resort began experimenting with a new boarding approach at Expedition Everest earlier this year. Rather than re
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24 September
Warner Bros. Delivers Painful Setback for ‘Gremlins 3,’ Delaying Sequel to Fall 2028
Gizmo is officially headed back to theaters, but fans hoping for a quicker reunion with the famous Mogwai just received some disappointing news. Warner Bros. has offered its first small glimpse at Gremlins 3 (2028), bringing Gizmo back on screen after decades away from theaters. Unfortunately, that first look came with a catch. The long-awaited sequel is now arriving much later than originally pla
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24 September
Disney World Overhauls Menus: 30+ Brand-New Fall Snacks Now Available
Walt Disney World has rolled out dozens of seasonal menu additions across its theme parks, resorts, Disney Springs, and other shopping destinations. The lineup stretches well beyond the usual Halloween cupcake, with frozen drinks, ice cream, caramel apples, savory meals, pastries, and plenty of pumpkin flavors joining the mix. Most of these treats also don't require admission to Mickey's Not-So-Sc
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