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Movies & Entertainment
Early Reviews Praise Pixar’s ‘Lightyear’
In just seven days, Pixar fans will return to the movie theaters for the first time since the release of Onward. Disney/Pixar’s Lightyear is an action-pact adventure set to tell the origin story of the hero behind the toy first discovered in Andy’s room almost 30 years ago. The early reviews are starting to come in, and they appear to be
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Movies & Entertainment
Go From School Spirit to Sizzling Summer with ‘High School Musical 2’
Many families right now find themselves at a very happy crossroads. The book has closed on yet another school year, and the start of summer vacation is just within reach. It’s definitely a time for celebration and one that just may even bring about the sudden, undeniable urge to break out into a well-synchronized, perfectly choreographed
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US to End Covid-19 Testing Requirements for International Travelers
Beginning at midnight on Sunday, June 12, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is expected to lift its requirement for all US-bound air travelers to test negative for Covid-19. An unnamed senior official of Joe Biden’s administration said the announcement is expected to come today, and the administration is prepared to work
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Photos: Ride Mechanic Drops in on Guests Riding ‘Guardians’ Attraction
If there is a ride operating at a Disney Theme Park, it has malfunctioned at some point. And if it has malfunctioned, there is a good chance it did so with Disney Park Guests on board. We at Disney Fanatic have shared several stories of malfunctions or other one-off events that were not supposed to happen on a Disneyland or Disney World a
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Disney Cruise Line
‘Disney Wish’ DELIVERED! New Ship Begins Voyage to Port Canaveral
A fifth ship has finally joined the Disney Cruise Line fleet! On Thursday, June 9, the triton-class cruise ship, the Disney Wish, was officially handed over to Disney Cruise Line in Germany to prepare for her long-awaited arrival to her first homeport in Port Canaveral Florida. The news comes via Twitter from Andrea McAlpine (@CruiseshipP
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Disney Evergreen & History
The Worst Kinds of Bosses (As Shown by Disney Villains)
Maybe you are luckier than most, and you've worked at the same business since high school, gradually working your way up the ranks until you eventually attained a position where you could make a decent living. Maybe you inherited a role in your family's business that was always meant for you to have. Maybe you got a prestigious internship
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‘Blindsided’: Disney Fires TV Content Head Peter Rice
In a sudden turn of events, The Walt Disney Company has removed Peter Rice as its Head of TV Content, replacing him with Dana Walden. According to Variety, multiple sources close to the situation reported that it was an “entirely business and strategy-related” decision made by Disney CEO Bob Chapek on Tuesday, June 7, and has nothing to d
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Disney Cruise Line
VP Talks Disney Cruise Line Expansion to Australia
A few weeks ago, Disney Fanatic reported that Disney Cruise Line had officially registered in Australia, opening up the real possibility for the cruising segment of Disney Parks Experiences and Products to expand “Down Under.” At the time, our coverage was fact-based speculation, with no recent official word on the matter coming from Disn
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Disney Genie+ Updates 2-Hour Rule Regarding Lightning Lane Selection
It appears that Disney Genie+ has clarified some things regarding its Lightning Lane access, particularly how long Guests need to wait between claiming a Lightning Lane access for another ride. Disney’s Genie+ series is a paid service that costs $15 (USD) per person per day and allows Guests access to the Lightning Lane entrances for “2 t
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Disney Evergreen & History
Facts About Donald Duck That Set Him Apart From the Rest of the Flock
They say that birds of a feather flock together, but where Disney’s Donald Duck is concerned, he is an “odd duck” who stands out from the crowd. But not fitting in is perhaps one of the countless ways in which this fine waterfowl endears himself to so many fans who count him as a personal favorite. Sure, you have Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, an
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