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The old Splash Mountain attraction in Disney World

The Forbidden Souvenir: How a Bootleg Pin Revived Disney’s Most Toxic Fandom War Over Splash Mountain and ‘Song of the South’

By Rick Lye
Catherine Laga'aia in Disney's live-action 'Moana' film

Sailing Into a Hurricane: How Minions and The Odyssey Are Choking Out Live-Action Moana

By Rick Lye 28 Comments
Jessie and Bullseye confronting Lilypad in 'Toy Story 5'

The Midnight Flight: Why Disney Just Forced a Top Pixar Exec to Flee the Dalai Lama to Save ‘Toy Story 5’

By Rick Lye 3 Comments
a family uses phone at Disney World

Disney World is Using AI to Power Your Next Vacation—But Will It Cause More Headaches Than Magic?

By Rick Lye

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Two images side by side: The left shows a woman covering her mouth in shock while a man in a sweater, reminiscent of Tim Allen from Home Improvement, laughs in front of a refrigerator. The right shows a woman playfully covering another man's mouth as she leans on his shoulder. Both men wear plaid shirts.

“Disney Police” and TV Son Tragedies: Tim Allen Blasts Hollywood and Exposes Why the Home Improvement Reboot Is Dead

in The Walt Disney Company, Pixar

Posted on June 12, 2026June 13, 2026 by Rick Lye 18 Comments
Taylor Swift in promotional shot for The Eras Tour

The Swiftie Effect: How Taylor Swift’s Record-Breaking ‘Toy Story 5’ Song Just Guaranteed a Box Office Behemoth

in The Walt Disney Company, Pixar

Posted on June 6, 2026June 7, 2026 by Rick Lye 25 Comments
Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse statue in front of Cinderella Castle at Disney, with a bright blue sky and fluffy clouds above during the hot, humid summer months in Central Florida in Orlando. Florida resident Disney Summer Ticket

Behind Bars in Moscow: The Shocking Trial of the Disney Executive Sentenced to a Russian Penal Colony

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney+

Posted on June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 by Rick Lye
Josh D'Amaro on stage with "Disney" written in bright white letters on the screen behind him

Corporate Fallout: Disney Braces for Another Brutal New Round of Layoffs Following Multi-Billion-Dollar Deal

in The Walt Disney Company, Business News

Posted on June 5, 2026June 6, 2026 by Rick Lye
Grogu and Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal, Brendan Wayne, Lateef Crowder) in 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'

Star Wars Box Office Disaster: Why IMAX Is Booting ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ From Premium Screens Early

in The Walt Disney Company, Star Wars

Posted on May 31, 2026June 1, 2026 by Rick Lye 38 Comments
A combined logo featuring Disney+ and Hulu. The Disney+ logo is in its signature cursive font with a stylized arc above it. The Hulu logo in bright green, is positioned above and centered over the Disney+ logo. The background is a gradient of dark teal.

Update: Leaked Document Reveals Disney’s Secret Plan to Shut Down the Standalone Hulu App

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney+

Posted on May 29, 2026May 30, 2026 by Rick Lye
Mickey Mouse, wearing a colorful rainbow jacket from the Disney Pride merch collection, waves alongside Minnie Mouse, Goofy, and Pluto at a brightly lit, festive nighttime event.

Behind the Red Shirts: The Truth About the 2026 LGBTQ Events Coming to Disney World After Cancellation Rumors

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks

Posted on May 25, 2026May 27, 2026 by Rick Lye 45 Comments
The entrance to a Disney Store

Disney Store Closes All Access Amid Nationwide Shutdowns, Effective May 24

in The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 24, 2026May 24, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
A classic, movie-style Disney Store entrance in a mall

“Magic Is Here” Again: The Real Reason Disney Just Opened a Brand-New Physical Store Today

in The Walt Disney Company, Merchandise

Posted on May 23, 2026May 23, 2026 by Rick Lye 3 Comments
A black-and-white photo of a Disney Springs sign.

“Turn It Inside Out”: Outrage Erupts After Disney Security Denies Entry to Police Officers Over Law Enforcement Logos

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 22, 2026May 23, 2026 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
Foosball and huge Mickey Mouse statue at Disney's Pop Century Resort in Florida

Disney World 2026: Why You Should Reconsider Staying at a Value Resort

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Hotel

Posted on May 21, 2026May 22, 2026 by Laura Hermoza, Brittni Ward 2 Comments
Mickey Mouse and Bob Iger smile at a Disney event.

The Former Disney CEO Who Built an Empire Is Now Being Honored for His Cultural Impact

in The Walt Disney Company, Business News

Posted on May 21, 2026May 22, 2026 by Erica Lauren 2 Comments
Aerial view of the Walt Disney Company water tower, proudly showcasing its logo. The iconic tower stands amidst office buildings and lush greenery under a clear blue sky, evoking a sense of timeless magic even in the digital age. Disney bomb threat case

Bomb Threat at Disney: California Man Arrested, Sentenced After Terrifying Incident

in Business News

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Mickey Mouse in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland with a Police officer next to him as guests go through the gates thanks to the new facial recognition technology involved in a Disney incident.

Massive Lawsuit Filed Against Disney Over What Happens When You Enter Disneyland

in The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Resort, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 by Erica Lauren 1 Comment
Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) unmasked in 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'

Manufactured Magic: Why Fans Are Accusing Disney of Staging That Viral Pedro Pascal Disneyland Sighting

in The Walt Disney Company, Star Wars

Posted on May 18, 2026May 19, 2026 by Rick Lye 15 Comments
The Disney Store exterior in Manchester. Disney Store Limited Time.

The Magic Returns: First New Disney Store Opening This Week After Shocking Comeback Rumors

in The Walt Disney Company, Merchandise

Posted on May 17, 2026May 18, 2026 by Rick Lye
The iconic Disneyland marquee.

The Death of the Third Gate: Why Disney’s New “Shopping Mall” Permits Just Killed the Disneyland Expansion Dream, For Now

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks

Posted on May 15, 2026May 15, 2026 by Rick Lye 3 Comments
Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse statue in front of Cinderella Castle at Disney, with a bright blue sky and fluffy clouds above during the hot, humid summer months in Central Florida in Orlando. Florida resident Disney Summer Ticket

Is the Disney “Super App” Finally Real? CFO Hugh Johnston Teases Unified Hub for Parks, Streaming, and Cruise Line

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks

Posted on May 14, 2026May 15, 2026 by Rick Lye
Jeff Vahle poses with 'Zootopia' characters Nick & Judy Hopps in front of the Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.

Disney World President Exits Company, No Replacement Announced

in Walt Disney World, Business News

Posted on May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 by Jess Colopy 2 Comments
Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) looking at the Force Ghosts at the end of 'Return of the Jedi'

Galactic Boycott: Republicans Vow to Abandon ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ After Mark Hamill’s Viral Trump Tweet

in The Walt Disney Company, Star Wars

Posted on May 10, 2026May 10, 2026 by Rick Lye 58 Comments
Josh D'Amaro

The Mouse Roars Back: Inside Josh D’Amaro’s High-Stakes Legal War Against the Trump Administration

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Rick Lye 33 Comments
Italy Isola Wedding Venue

The Battle for the Disney Bubble: Why Workers are Fighting to Stop the Patina Group’s Expansion at Walt Disney World

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 9, 2026May 10, 2026 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
An empty Main Street USA at Disneyland Paris, where Imagineer Eddie Sotto brought it to life through his wonderous mind. Disneyland Paris transportation closure

The Empty Park Paradox: Why Disney is Making Record Billions While Families Stay Home

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks

Posted on May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 by Rick Lye 1 Comment
lanterns scene form disney's animated film 'Tangled'

‘Star Wars’ Icon Officially Joins Cast of Disney’s Live-Action ‘Tangled’

in The Walt Disney Company, Movies & TV

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Sarah Larson 8 Comments
Mickey Mouse at Disneyland Resort. Dining package ending soon for Paint the night.

Banned for Life: How a Repeat Trespasser Ended Up in Handcuffs at the Magic Kingdom Entrance

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 3, 2026May 4, 2026 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
Josh D'Amaro and Billy Crystal on stage at D23 convention 2024

Disney Is Struggling to Sell D23 Tickets, and the Economy Is Being Blamed

in The Walt Disney Company, Events

Posted on May 2, 2026May 3, 2026 by Erica Lauren 3 Comments
Josh D'Amaro on stage with "Disney" written in bright white letters on the screen behind him

The Disney Prime Revolution: CEO Josh D’Amaro’s Bold Plan to Put the Magic Behind a New Monthly Fee

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney+

Posted on May 2, 2026May 2, 2026 by Rick Lye 4 Comments
Ron DeSantis (L) with Mickey Mouse (R) with Disney World in the background

The Ghost of the Fifth Gate: Why the DeSantis War Killed Disney’s Next Florida Kingdom

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 1, 2026May 1, 2026 by Rick Lye
(Left) Brendan Carr, (Right) Jimmy Kimmel

The Mouse vs. The White House: Disney Lawyers Up for First Amendment War Over ABC’s License

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment

Posted on April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 by Rick Lye 39 Comments
Jimmy Kimmel presenting

Trump Demands Disney/ABC Axe Jimmy Kimmel: The Controversial “Expectant Widow” Joke That Sparked the Latest Firestorm

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment

Posted on April 27, 2026April 27, 2026 by Rick Lye 79 Comments
An assortment of Pixar characters, with Woody and Buzz in the centre

Disney Is About to Dominate 2026 With 9 Huge Movie Releases

in The Walt Disney Company, Movies

Posted on April 25, 2026 by Sarah Larson 7 Comments
Concept art for Disney Abu Dhabi

Disneyland Abu Dhabi Delayed? Conflicting Reports Swirl as Middle East Tensions Cloud Disney’s $10 Billion Dream

in The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Abu Dhabi

Posted on April 25, 2026April 25, 2026 by Rick Lye

This Foreign Bank Has Quietly Put Disney in Its Pocket

in The Walt Disney Company, Business News

Posted on April 23, 2026April 24, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Disney World 2024- Disney's governing district - Mickey Mouse holding his hands out in front of the Walt Disney World Cinderella Castle with money falling from the sky.

The $8.3 Billion Magic Trick: How Disney Paid Zero Federal Income Tax in 2025

in The Walt Disney Company, Business News

Posted on April 17, 2026April 17, 2026 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
Mickey Mouse and friends in front of EPCOT's Spaceship Earth in Disney World

The “Vibe Shift” Is Real: Former Disney Engineer Reveals How the Mouse House Is Quietly Purging DEI Since 2025 and the “Secret LGBTQ” Agenda

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment

Posted on April 17, 2026April 17, 2026 by Rick Lye 3 Comments
Disney cast members posing in a frame that reads "we are the magic"

New Disney Boss Cuts 1,000 Jobs Then Turns Around and Posts a Job Fair

in The Walt Disney Company, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on April 15, 2026April 15, 2026 by Erica Lauren
disney family poses with chewbacca at galaxy's edge in disney's hollywood studios park

Disneyland Park Adds Iconic Star Wars Character Fans Have Been Waiting For

in The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Resort

Posted on April 15, 2026 by Brittni Ward
The Disney Store exterior in Manchester. Disney Store Limited Time.

Disney Confirms Return of Nostalgic Disney Stores After Years of Online Focus

in Business News

Posted on April 15, 2026May 9, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres 11 Comments
A group of people smiling and posing together in an outdoor setting, with a mix of casual and themed clothing. The background shows a building with decorative elements reminiscent of Bob Iger's visionary style. The atmosphere is cheerful and friendly.

How Disney Is Quietly Putting Cast Members at the Center of Its Environmental Mission

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks

Posted on April 15, 2026April 15, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D'Amaro and joins Mickey Mouse and the rest of the gang on the 2022 D23 stage

New Disney CEO Confirms Plan To Lay off 1,000 Employees With “Compassion and Respect”

in The Walt Disney Company

Posted on April 14, 2026 by Jess Colopy 2 Comments
A classic, movie-style Disney Store entrance in a mall

The Great Retail Reversal: Why Josh D’Amaro is Bringing the “Magic” Back to Standalone Disney Stores

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks

Posted on April 13, 2026April 13, 2026 by Rick Lye
Bob Iger stands in the foreground with Cinderella Castle in the background

The War of the Bobs Goes Nuclear: Disney Hires Top Trump Attorney to Block “Damaging” Bob Iger Biography

in The Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney Studios

Posted on April 10, 2026April 10, 2026 by Rick Lye 3 Comments
A look at crowds headed to Cinderella Castle from Main Street, USA at Magic Kingdom Park. Disney World 2027 Free Dining Plan

Disney Just Gave a Retired Cast Member One of Its Most Prestigious Honors

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Business News

Posted on April 10, 2026April 11, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Mickey Mouse in front of The Walt Disney Company office building in Burbank, California

Disney Just Made Another Major Executive Change To Reshape the Communications Structure

in The Walt Disney Company, Business News

Posted on April 10, 2026April 11, 2026 by Erica Lauren
The entrance sign at the Walt Disney World Resort. Disney World Good to Go Days Summer 2026

1,000 Disney Cast Members to Lose Positions: Nationwide Operations to Be Impacted

in Disney Parks, Business News

Posted on April 9, 2026April 9, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres 6 Comments
The old Splash Mountain attraction in Disney World

Legendary Imagineer Tony Baxter Breaks Silence on Modern Disney, Splash Mountain, and the One Ride He’d Trash

in The Walt Disney Company, Disney Parks, Uncategorized

Posted on April 6, 2026April 7, 2026 by Rick Lye 5 Comments
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