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(Left) Bob Iger, (Right) Josh D'Amaro

The Next Heir to the Throne: Who Will Replace Josh D’Amaro as Head of Disney Parks?

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Disneyland Park Entrance with Minnie Mouse Flower Design at this Disney Park entrance.

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Close-up of the entrance sign for Universal Epic Universe

Epic Universe Faces “Growing Concerns” After Half of Park’s Attractions Close Down for Several Weeks

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A yellow caution sign is superimposed on a split image; one side shows a crowded Orlando International Airport terminal and the other displays a busy scene at Disney World and Universal guests as the government shutdown begins as of October 1, 2025. Disney World and Universal Orlando park closures.

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Major Progress Being Made on Disney’s Most Cursed Building After Years of Failure

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A large crowd fills a pathway at Disneyland, with many people walking toward Sleeping Beauty Castle. An inset shows a closer view of guests at Disneyland Park waiting in a long line near a signpost and trees.

Multiple Disney Attractions Now Closed Through Busy Spring Break Season: No Reopening Date in Sight

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Posted on February 3, 2026February 4, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
A black and white image of the side of the Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.

Disney World Closes Iconic Train, Entire Theme Park Section

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Posted on February 3, 2026February 4, 2026 by Brittni Ward
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As First Order, CEO Josh D’Amaro To Introduce 13 New Disney Park Attractions

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Posted on February 3, 2026February 4, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine 15 Comments
Guests in the Cinderella Castle hub at Magic Kingdom Park.

Disney Is Removing a Beloved Princess From Magic Kingdom This Month

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People taking photos of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT.

Children Publicly Hit at Disney by Adult Stranger After Marvel Attraction Debacle

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Posted on February 3, 2026February 4, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
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Disney World Confirms 4 HUGE Ride Closures for February 2026

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Two animated characters from Monsters Inc, a large furry blue monster and a small green one-eyed monster, standing on a city street at night, holding an envelope.

Monsters Inc. Is Infiltrating Disney Orlando Theme Park Ahead of Schedule

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The entrance to Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.

Animal Kingdom Acts Fast After Major Closure, Opens Location Early

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Sources: Disney Quietly Axes ‘Star Wars’ Experience in Overnight Decision

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CEO Bob Iger Abandons The Walt Disney Company, Female Replacement Rejected

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Expedition Everest and foliage at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park

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