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The End of an Era? Why Disney is Rumored to Be Phasing Out MagicBands

By Rick Lye
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Disney World President Issues Apologetic Park-Wide Message to Guest Devices

By Alessia Dunn
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Disney World Sets 6 PM Closing Time for Main Park Beginning August 2026

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Final Results: Disney Removes Line Skipping Pass After ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Controversy

By Alessia Dunn

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Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
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