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  • Dec- 2024 -
    28 December
    The Mickey Mouse float in Disneyland Park's A Christmas Fantasy Parade, a Disney Holidays tradition.
    Jess Colopy
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    Disney Park Saved From Financial Ruin During Christmas Season

    As we wrap up the Christmas season at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and the international Disney parks, some fans are looking back on the history of the holidays at the theme parks. Disneyland Resort is home to festive offerings like A Christmas Fantasy Parade, “Believe…In Holiday Magic” fireworks over Sleeping Beauty Castle, and the International Festival of the H

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  • 28 December
    A young woman with long brown hair and red nails looks surprised or scared, her hands near her face. She stands in front of a blue futuristic ride with empty seats and controls, resembling the iconic Space Mountain attraction from a theme park.
    Priyanka Kumar
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    Family Endangers Themselves by Jumping Off Space Mountain Ride Vehicle

    A family at Disneyland sparked controversy and concern after jumping out of their ride vehicle on the Space Mountain attraction. The unsettling incident, which involved several family members exiting the ride while in motion, was captured on video by other park-goers and quickly went viral. In the footage, a man, presumed to be the father, maneuvers himself out of his safety restraint, followed by

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  • 28 December
    Image of a jigsaw puzzle featuring a header that reads "Daily Jigsaw Puzzle." The puzzle image shows a costumed character, Pluto the dog, at EPCOT, posing outdoors near greenery and a bench.
    Daniel Hudacko
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    Daily Jigsaw Puzzle: Pluto at EPCOT

    Disney's most lovable and iconic pup, Pluto, is featured in this adorable jigsaw puzzle. Enjoy putting the cuteness together piece by piece! Quick Tip: Do you want to make the puzzle easier or more challenging? Select the grid option to adjust the number of pieces before pressing “OK” to start the puzzle. Jigsaw Puzzle Experience More Disney-Themed Puzzles Festival of Fantasy Parade Finale Mirabel

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  • 28 December
    Disney World Cinderella Castle Magic Kingdom Fireworks
    Rick Lye
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    Disney World Parks Anticipate Capacity Crowds for New Year’s Eve Celebrations

    New Year’s Eve Celebrations Overview Walt Disney World Resort is excited as the New Year’s Eve celebrations approach. Guests eagerly anticipate the spectacular events planned across the parks, with unique activities designed to make Ringing in 2025 a memorable experience. Families and friends can look forward to dynamic celebrations showcasing some of Disney's best entertainment. Disney has unveil

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  • 28 December
    two disney world guests travel through disney world's Pandora in Animal Kingdom
    Jess Colopy
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    The Secret Disney World Path Lost to History

    Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park is renowned for its immersive environments, incredible wildlife, and unique attractions. But when the park first opened in 1998, its design philosophy prioritized exploration in a way that left many guests feeling, quite literally, lost. Over the years, those early features evolved or disappeared altogether—one of them being a now-abandoned “secret pathR

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  • 28 December
    A young person with long dark hair, wearing a red and gold Renaissance-style dress and a cross necklace, looks to the side against a blurred background.
    Rick Lye
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    Tributes Pour in Following Olivia Hussey’s Death

    Cherishing Olivia Hussey's Legacy Iconic Role as Juliet Olivia Hussey, who captured hearts worldwide as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, passed away on December 27, 2024, at the age of 73. Her portrayal of the young, tragic heroine remains one of the most defining depictions of Shakespeare's Juliet, influencing generations of actors and audiences alike. Many remem

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  • 28 December
    Four snowmen in A Christmas Fantasy Parade at Disneyland Park
    Jess Colopy
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    Injured Child Overlooked by Disney Guests on Christmas Eve

    Christmas Eve brought more frustration than holiday cheer for some Disneyland Resort guests. While many families at Disneyland Resort were busy enjoying the festive atmosphere, one guest was left troubled by the lack of compassion they witnessed in others. A Festive Yet Chaotic Atmosphere Christmas is one of the busiest times of year at Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Di

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  • 28 December
    The 90s section on of Disney's Pop Century Resort hotel at Walt Disney World Resort.
    Jess Colopy
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    Guests Demand Refund After Disney World Hotel Room Invasion

    A magical stay at Walt Disney World Resort turned into a nightmarish experience for one family when an inebriated stranger allegedly attempted to break into their Disney Resort hotel room. The incident, which took place at Disney's Pop Century Resort, has sparked concerns about guest safety and security protocols at one of the most popular family vacation destinations in the world. A Frightening E

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  • 27 December
    New Disney/Pixar series Win or Lose
    Krysten Swensen
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    Pixar Veterans Call Out Disney Over Trans-Exclusionary Practices

    During Disney’s 2020 Investor Days, the company unveiled an exciting new original series from Pixar titled Win or Lose. The show would follow the lives of the Pickles, a coed middle school softball team, offering a unique perspective on their experiences both on and off the field. The concept for the series originated with Carrie Hobson and Michael Yates, who had previously collaborated on Toy Sto

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  • 27 December
    The esplanade between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park on a sunny day with cast members in the background near the entrance. Disneyland hazmat incident
    Jess Colopy
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    Crowds Vanish From Disneyland as Guests Flock To Other Theme Parks

    The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year at Disneyland Resort, but this Christmas, something unusual happened. Crowds appeared to shift dramatically from Disneyland Park to its neighboring park, Disney California Adventure Park. While Disneyland Park has long been known as the centerpiece of holiday festivities, with its iconic decorations and festive entertainment, its sister th

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