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Universal Orlando Resort Celestial Park concept artwork.

No Evidence That Epic Universe Will ‘Double in Size’

By Rick Lye 16 Comments
Ron DeSantis smiling in the foreground, with Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland, a statue of Walt Disney holding Mickey Mouse's hand, and visitors enjoying the park visible in the background. The scene is bright and colorful, capturing a cheerful moment.

While Throwing Money at Disney, DeSantis Vetoes Budget Item That Would Have Made Your Trip to Florida Cheaper

By Rick Lye 6 Comments
A digital collage featuring mickey mouse and a news anchor superimposed in front of the u.s. capitol building under a blue sky.

Senator Tells Disney to Lawyer up After Leaked Exec Video Claims Company Doesn’t Hire ‘White Men’

By Rick Lye 5 Comments
Bob Iger (foreground) and Mickey Mouse (background)

Disney Executive Caught on Tape: ‘There’s No Way We’re Hiring a White Man’

By Rick Lye 53 Comments

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A sign indicating the corporate headquarters of Six Flags, with the words "WORLD HEADQUARTERS" visible. A bold red "CLOSED" stamp is overlaid on the image. The sign is surrounded by plants and shrubs, giving a shuttered look to the once-busy location.

In a Shocking Development, Six Flags to Shutter Corporate Headquarters as Soon as Next Week

in Theme Parks, Six Flags

Posted on June 20, 2024June 20, 2024 by Rick Lye
A thrilling roller coaster named Pantheon is visible through some green foliage at Busch Gardens. The ride features a large, vertical loop and tracks that twist and turn. A covered platform for boarding is seen in the foreground with the Pantheon sign prominently displayed.

Busch Gardens Reverses Course After Fans Shame Them Into It

in Theme Parks, Busch Gardens

Posted on June 20, 2024 by Rick Lye
The Partners statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse in Magic Kingdom with Cinderella Castle in the background

Sorry Disney Fans, a Fifth Disney World Gate Isn’t Happening

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Universal Orlando

Posted on June 17, 2024 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
A red roller coaster climbs up a steep track structure against a clear blue sky. A whimsical cartoon leprechaun holding a four-leaf clover floats near the top right of the coaster, adding a playful element to the scene.

Six Flags Forced Into Dramatic Change That Alters Iconic Theme Park Coaster

in Six Flags, Sports

Posted on June 17, 2024 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
A close-up of the Tiana's Bayou Adventure exterior model at night

Instead of Fixing the Issues, Disney Chooses to Go After Fans

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Theme Parks

Posted on June 16, 2024June 18, 2024 by Rick Lye 18 Comments
A large cruise ship with a black hull and red funnels sails on a calm ocean under a cloudy sky. The ship has multiple decks with visible windows and lifeboats. The background shows a serene water expanse, suggesting a peaceful journey.

Disney Employee Claims Co-Workers Drugged Him

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney Cruise Line

Posted on June 16, 2024 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
A thrilling roller coaster named Pantheon is visible through some green foliage at Busch Gardens. The ride features a large, vertical loop and tracks that twist and turn. A covered platform for boarding is seen in the foreground with the Pantheon sign prominently displayed.

Fans Want Busch Gardens To Apologize After ‘Blatantly False Advertising’

in Theme Parks, Busch Gardens

Posted on June 16, 2024 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
Two separate group photos side by side. The left features nine young adults in casual 90s attire, reminiscent of outfits from "The Curse of 'Beverly Hills,90210'." The right shows eight adults dressed in modern business casual outfits, some seated on stools and others standing behind them.

The Curse of ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’

in Entertainment, Television

Posted on June 15, 2024 by Rick Lye
A split image shows an indoor water park with slides and pools on the left, and a large castle with turrets surrounded by a crowd on the right. An emoji with a happy face and extended hand appears in the center of the image.

Priced Out of Disney, Guests Are Fleeing to a New Resort

in The Walt Disney Company, Theme Parks, Travel

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
Br'er Rabbit jumping at Main Street, U.S.A., implying that Disney World could move to another southern state

Eighteen Months After Being Shown the Door, Br’er Rabbit Returns to the Magic Kingdom

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Movies

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Rick Lye 17 Comments
A detailed aerial artist's rendering of the Disney Asteria North Carolina project showcases a community center surrounded by residential housing, featuring green spaces, water bodies, amenities, and a large central swimming pool area. Despite local complaints, houses and lush greenery fill the surrounding area.

Disney Expanding Out of Florida, but Locals Aren’t So Sure

in The Walt Disney Company

Posted on June 13, 2024June 16, 2024 by Rick Lye
Three people, two women and a man, are walking hand in hand in front of CommuniCore Hall

After Years of Construction, Disney Gives Fans a ‘Lifeless, Cheap’ New Addition

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on June 13, 2024 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
Snow White looking scared

Even the Evil Queen Thinks ‘Snow White’ Is ‘Trash’

in The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Resort, Cosplay

Posted on June 10, 2024September 12, 2025 by Rick Lye
Grand Floridian Resort, exterior aerial shot

He Hit a Cast Member, His Punishment Was a Slap on the Wrist

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on June 10, 2024June 11, 2024 by Rick Lye
The new animals of Tiana's Bayou Adventure enjoying themselves, Prince Naveen and Princess Tiana standing in front of Splash Mountain

Splash Mountain Fans are Giddy With Excitement as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Fails

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on June 9, 2024June 11, 2024 by Rick Lye 32 Comments
A person dressed in a Mickey Mouse costume is sitting in a red office chair, using a vintage computer with a monochrome monitor. They are holding a piece of paper and appear to be typing on the keyboard. The background includes a beige wall and some foliage, possibly discussing the recent Disney hack.

Disney Hacked! Major Data Breach at the Walt Disney Company

in The Walt Disney Company, Video Games

Posted on June 9, 2024 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
Two women posing together, one in a purple dress and the other in a Dolly Parton-inspired checkered outfit, standing among large potted plants with joyful expressions.

Miley Cyrus Can Only Contact Godmother Dolly Parton ‘Through Her Lawyer’s Office’

in Entertainment, Television, Music

Posted on June 8, 2024 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Administrator Glen Gilzean overlooking Florida Governor Ron DeSantis at Walt Disney World Resort.

The Feud May Be Over, but the Cronyism Remains at Desantis’ Disney Board

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on June 8, 2024June 8, 2024 by Rick Lye
Statue of walt disney holding hands with mickey mouse, known as the "partners" statue, with cinderella castle in the background at a sunny disney theme park called Magic Kingdom.

Disney World Sees Its Largest Dip in Attendance Since the Depths of the Pandemic

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on June 7, 2024 by Rick Lye
Sunset hues cast a dramatic backdrop over the iconic cinderella castle and the statue of walt disney and mickey mouse at a bustling disney theme park.

The Crumbling Castle: Disney World’s Cheap Upgrades Falling Apart in Front of Guests

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on June 6, 2024June 7, 2024 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
A person in a suit and tie is shown in front of a large rainbow flag. The flag's colors are vibrant, waving against a clear sky. The person appears to be making an expression as they look slightly to the right.

As Disney World and Universal Orlando Celebrate Pride Month, Florida Named ‘Least Gay-Friendly State’ in America

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on June 3, 2024 by Rick Lye 3 Comments
Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom.

‘What a Disaster!’ Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Suffering Malfunctions, and It Hasn’t Even Opened Yet

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Theme Parks

Posted on June 2, 2024June 2, 2024 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
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‘Friends’ Star Jennifer Aniston Taking on the Daunting Task of Recreating Dolly Parton

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies

Posted on June 2, 2024June 2, 2024 by Rick Lye

Signs Are Pointing to a Very Slow Summer for Disney World

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on June 1, 2024June 1, 2024 by Rick Lye 3 Comments
A picturesque scene of a mountain-like structure with waterfalls flowing into a pool is displayed. Centered in the foreground is an overlay of a mobile device with a red prohibition symbol, indicating "No phones," adhering to park bans on filming rides for YouTube.

Park Bans Guests for Life for Filming Rides and Posting on YouTube

in Theme Parks

Posted on June 1, 2024June 1, 2024 by Rick Lye 7 Comments
Magical Express Bus pulling up at the resort

Disney’s Magical Express Was Taken Away Out of ‘Stinginess’

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 31, 2024May 31, 2024 by Rick Lye
Disney cast members posing in a frame that reads "we are the magic"

Latest Solution for Homeless Disney World Cast Members, Move Them to a Former ‘Crime-Ridden’ Orlando Hotel

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 31, 2024June 1, 2024 by Rick Lye 4 Comments
Riders smile while flying over the Great Wall of China on Soarin'

Disney Reimagining Another EPCOT Attraction

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 31, 2024May 31, 2024 by Rick Lye
A girl in a red dress happily kisses Mickey Mouse on the nose at Disney, with other visitors and the castle blurred in the background with a Disney World annual pass guest.

Under New Federal Law, Disney Can No Longer Market to Kids

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Movies & TV

Posted on May 30, 2024May 31, 2024 by Rick Lye 1 Comment

Disney World Crowds Disappear for the Start of Summer

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 27, 2024May 28, 2024 by Rick Lye 14 Comments
The cast of 'Home Improvement' poses in front of a white picket fence. Wilson, of course, is partially obscured behind it.

The Rise and Dramatic Fall of Tim Allen’s ‘Home Improvement’

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Movies & TV, Television

Posted on May 27, 2024 by Rick Lye
Cast Members cheer on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland Paris

Cast Members Make the Magic, but They Want You To Know Working for Disney Isn’t Always Magical

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Resort

Posted on May 26, 2024May 26, 2024 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
An image shows a colorful Disney drone light show creating the shape of a large robot against a dark, cloudy sky. The lights are predominantly red with some blue and white, outlining the head, body, arms, and legs of the robot.

Right Show, Wrong Place: Crowds Crush Disney Springs Capacity

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 26, 2024May 28, 2024 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
A collage of three movie scenes: the first showing a woman underwater with long red hair, wearing a mermaid outfit; the second showing an older man in a brown hat leaning on a boat railing; the third showing a pirate holding a woman with an ocean background. Perfect for Memorial Day Weekend or any Disney fan!

Disney Ruled Memorial Day Weekend, but This Year, Nothing

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Movies

Posted on May 26, 2024 by Rick Lye
The image is split into two pictures. On the left, a person wearing a green dress smiles while sitting outdoors. On the right, a scene from "The Princess and the Frog" shows Tiana and Naveen looking at each other, both wearing formal attire.

Alabama Teenager Decides To Take Disney Princess to the Prom

in The Walt Disney Company, Movies, Cosplay

Posted on May 25, 2024 by Rick Lye
Dolly Parton, wearing a white fringe dress extends her arms and smiles, surrounded by a group of people in colorful, themed costumes, all performing a lively dance number. The scene appears festive and joyful.

Forget Retirement, Legend Dolly Parton Is Working on ‘Massive’ Secret Project

in Entertainment, Music

Posted on May 25, 2024May 26, 2024 by Rick Lye
A man wearing a black suit stands with his left hand on his chin, smiling. Next to him, a woman wearing a black graduation gown and cap stands at a podium, smiling. In the middle, an animated image of Mickey Mouse, symbolizing the magic of Disney World in Central Florida's House District 45, waves cheerfully.

Disney Just Found a Backdoor Into Florida Politics

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 24, 2024December 15, 2024 by Rick Lye 3 Comments
starbucks sign at disney's animal kingdom

Florida Attorney General Coming for Disney World Starbucks Locations

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks

Posted on May 24, 2024 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
Nickelodeon Hotel featuring Spongebob Squarepants

Spongebob Making a 2026 Return to Central Florida

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Travel, Hotel

Posted on May 23, 2024May 24, 2024 by Rick Lye
Bob Iger and Mickaey Mouse standing in front of Magic Kingdom Park at Disney World Resort with investments falling down.

Disney Wants To Get Paid off Your Vices, but the Feds Want a Piece Too

in The Walt Disney Company, Sports

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Rick Lye
Cinderella Castle and the Partners statue in Magic Kingdom theme park in Disney World

Disney World’s Most Irritating Policy Change Is in Effect as of Today

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on May 20, 2024 by Rick Lye 6 Comments
The House of Blues interior

Could It be… Satan? Disney Accused of Pushing the Devil on Children

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Haunted Attractions

Posted on May 20, 2024May 20, 2024 by Rick Lye 1 Comment

Disney Shuts Down Banned Ear Seller in Federal Lawsuit

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Theme Parks, Merchandise

Posted on May 19, 2024May 20, 2024 by Rick Lye
The Grove Resort and Water Park

A Man Shot and Killed at a Central Florida Resort

in Theme Parks, Featured

Posted on May 19, 2024May 20, 2024 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
Animated characters from the movie "inside out" with joy in the center, surrounded by sadness, anger, and disgust, in a colorful setting, expressing a range of emotions.

Disney’s Hopes Hinge on ‘Inside Out 2’ Being a Hit, and They Just Got Some Great News

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies, Pixar

Posted on May 18, 2024 by Rick Lye 6 Comments
Bob Iger and Mickaey Mouse standing in front of Magic Kingdom Park at Disney World Resort with investments falling down.

Disney Is Suing To Keep Cities From Taxing Its Streaming Services

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Movies & TV

Posted on May 18, 2024 by Rick Lye
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