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Ex-Disney worker accused of hacking computer menus to add profanities, errors
Read full article: Ex-Disney worker accused of hacking computer menus to add profanities, errorsA former Disney worker has been arrested based on a complaint that says he hacked into servers at Walt Disney World in order to manipulate computer menus.
‘The needs of our business:’ Disney Aspire tuition program cuts off master’s enrollment, sets date for funding caps
Read full article: ‘The needs of our business:’ Disney Aspire tuition program cuts off master’s enrollment, sets date for funding capsDisney Aspire, a tuition program credited by many cast members as a reason why they began working for Disney in the first place, has cut off new applications to its master’s degree programs and plans to institute funding caps before year’s end.
What Winnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse can tell us about the public domain and remix culture
Read full article: What Winnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse can tell us about the public domain and remix cultureWinnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse have recently entered the public domain, making it possible for artists to use them freely.
Mickey & Minnie Mouse to sport Junkanoo-style outfits at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
Read full article: Mickey & Minnie Mouse to sport Junkanoo-style outfits at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse PointIn an exciting collaboration, distinguished Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett is weaving his artistic magic to create distinctive looks for Mickey and Minnie Mouse, exclusively for Disney’s Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
Mickey Mouse slasher flick announced same day as public domain release
Read full article: Mickey Mouse slasher flick announced same day as public domain releaseBilling itself as “the first-ever live-action Mickey Mouse comedy-horror feature film,” a trailer for “Mickey’s Mouse Trap” was released on Monday.
Disney says in lawsuit that DeSantis-appointed government is failing to release public records
Read full article: Disney says in lawsuit that DeSantis-appointed government is failing to release public recordsDisney has filed a lawsuit claiming that the oversight government for Walt Disney World, which was taken over by appointees of Gov. Ron DeSantis earlier this year, has failed to release documents and properly preserve records in violation of Florida public records law.
DeSantis appointees seek Disney communications about governor, laws in fight over district
Read full article: DeSantis appointees seek Disney communications about governor, laws in fight over districtAppointees of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are seeking communications between Disney and local media, as well as documents related to the company’s position on Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” law.
Disney Character Clicks: New interactive photo experience debuts for All-Star Resort guests
Read full article: Disney Character Clicks: New interactive photo experience debuts for All-Star Resort guestsWalt Disney World is rolling out a new interactive photo experience for some of its resort guests called “Disney Character Clicks.”
Ghoulish good times await at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Here is everything you need to know
Read full article: Ghoulish good times await at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Here is everything you need to knowWalt Disney World kicked off its spooktacular season of fall events Friday night.Despite the hot temperatures, guests scared up some fun as the Magic Kingdom welcomed back its highly popular event, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
DeSantis-controlled Disney World district abolishes diversity, equity initiatives
Read full article: DeSantis-controlled Disney World district abolishes diversity, equity initiativesDiversity, equity and inclusion programs have been abolished from Walt Disney World’s governing district, which is now controlled by appointees of Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit against Disney’s efforts to neutralize governing district takeover
Read full article: Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit against Disney’s efforts to neutralize governing district takeoverA judge in Florida has refused to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Gov. Ron DeSantis appointees against Disney’s efforts to neutralize a takeover of Disney World’s governing district by the Florida governor.
Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship heading to Singapore
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship heading to SingaporeDisney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board today announced magical cruise vacations to Southeast Asia for the first time, revealed by Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Singapore’s Minister for Transport and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations, S. Iswaran.
More inclusive titles for workers at Disney dress-up shops
Read full article: More inclusive titles for workers at Disney dress-up shopsWhen Disney reopens its Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique shops at resorts in Florida and California next month, the workers who help children dress up as their favorite animated characters will have new, more gender inclusive titles.
Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greets
Read full article: Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greetsIt’s perhaps one of the last things that guests at Walt Disney World have been waiting to see return: an up-close moment, picture or autograph with Mickey Mouse and other popular characters.
Disney announces return of ‘Festival of Fantasy Parade,’ other events
Read full article: Disney announces return of ‘Festival of Fantasy Parade,’ other eventsWalt Disney World announces the dates for several new and returning entertainment offerings coming to the resort during its 50th anniversary celebration.
Disney Cruise Line shares new experiences for kids, teens coming to Disney Wish
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line shares new experiences for kids, teens coming to Disney WishDisney Cruise Line has shared new details about some of the new experiences for children and teens onboard its all-new cruise ship, the Disney Wish.
Celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary with this all-new LEGO set
Read full article: Celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary with this all-new LEGO setDisney fans can celebrate the big day with LEGO through an all-new set that features a beautiful miniature of Cinderella Castle and includes a vintage-style Mickey Mouse minifigure.
First ‘Disney Fab 50 Character Collection’ sculptures unveiled at Magic Kingdom
Read full article: First ‘Disney Fab 50 Character Collection’ sculptures unveiled at Magic KingdomThe collection is a series of 36 golden statues depicting 50 beloved Disney characters that will be found across the Walt Disney World Resort.
New filters let you snap selfies with your favorite Disney characters while visiting parks
Read full article: New filters let you snap selfies with your favorite Disney characters while visiting parksThanks to a new Snapchat feature, parkgoers will still have the chance to snap a selfie with their favorite characters while visiting Disney World.
6 major announcements that came out of Bob Iger’s last Disney shareholder meeting
Read full article: 6 major announcements that came out of Bob Iger’s last Disney shareholder meetingIger will formally pass the torch to the company’s new CEO, Bob Chapek. Iger stepped down from his role as the Walt Disney Co. CEO in February 2020, citing a proper time for transition. He addressed shareholders in his last meeting, saying he knows Chapek will continue to make Disney the magical company it’s known to be. Disney cruises could come back this fallAdDuring the question and answer portion, a shareholder asked for a timeline for Disney cruises. Walt Disney World’s 50th AnniversaryThe most magical place on earth is preparing for its 50th-anniversary celebration.
Florida’s theme park industry is bouncing back faster than most states’, IAPPA study says
Read full article: Florida’s theme park industry is bouncing back faster than most states’, IAPPA study saysThe study, conducted by an IAPPA historian, uses data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and compares employment numbers from 2019 and 2020. IAPPA found the attractions and theme park industry experienced an employment loss five times more than the average employment loss across all other industries. The IAPPA study specifically compares Florida and California as both states have similar attractions. The Employment Impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. Attractions Industry, IAPPA. Yet, the study notes, Florida’s theme park and attractions industry hasn’t fully recovered and likely won’t until 2022.
Add some Disney Magic or Hogwarts to your home with these frameable Lego sets
Read full article: Add some Disney Magic or Hogwarts to your home with these frameable Lego setsHarry Potter fans can now add a little Hogwarts to their homes with a new collection of Lego sets. [TRENDING: Video shows officer slamming student | Man shoots at ex-girlfriend’s current boyfriend 94 times | These men are paying $55M to go to space station]Harry Potter-themed Lego sets. (Image: LEGO) (WKMG)Lego is also offering an immersive soundtrack for Harry Potter fans to get lost in as they relax and recharge while building. Make some room for Mickey and Minnie because once you finish building these sets, you’re going to want them on display. Mickey Mouse-themed Lego set.
Disney shows off new slide design at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort, fixes misspelling
Read full article: Disney shows off new slide design at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort, fixes misspellingImagineers work on the new design for the Keister Coaster slide at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort. ORLANDO, Fla – Walt Disney World Imagineers are showing off the wacky new designs coming to one of the water slides at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort. Imagineers work on the new design for the Keister Coaster slide at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort. Imagineers work on the new design for the Keister Coaster slide at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort. (instagram/thezachriddley)Disney’s BoardWalk Resort is currently closed to normal guests as Walt Disney World continues its phased reopening plans.
‘From our family to yours:’ Stuffed Mickey tugs at your heartstrings in Disney Christmas advert
Read full article: ‘From our family to yours:’ Stuffed Mickey tugs at your heartstrings in Disney Christmas advertThe company packs all the holiday sentiment in its new Christmas advert that of course tugs at the heartstrings. The animated tale begins in 1940 with a little girl named Lola who was given a stuffed Mickey Mouse plushie as a Christmas gift. Fast forward to 2005 and Lola is a grandmother and even decades later, she still has her beloved stuffed Mickey. [WATCH BELOW: 2020 Disney Christmas Advert]Lola wakes up on Christmas day to annual holiday decorations that take her back to her childhood and her granddaughter’s Christmas gift -- a mended Mickey, almost as good as new. Additionally, the vintage Mickey Mouse toy in the advert is also available to purchase either at the Disney Store or via the online shop.
Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays now underway
Read full article: Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays now underwayORLANDO, Fla – The Taste of Epcot International Festival of the Holidays is now underway at Walt Disney World. Full Screen 1 / 50 Guests can enjoy a Peppermint Pinwheel Cookie at Yukon Holiday Kitchen at the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FlaThe holiday cookie stroll will also return this season. Guests can grab a festival passport and travel around World Showcase to purchase cookies in a number of locations. Made especially for the cookie stroll is a new ceramic cookie jar featuring Chip and Dale. Cookie Stroll Cookie Jar (Disney Parks Blog)Also new this year is “Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition,” a festive scavenger hunt around World Showcase.
Deck the halls: Walt Disney World reimagines 2020 holiday celebration
Read full article: Deck the halls: Walt Disney World reimagines 2020 holiday celebrationORLANDO, Fla – Walt Disney World released new details Tuesday about its upcoming holiday celebrations. Just like some of its popular fall events, leaders at Walt Disney World have had to adjust and change plans due to ever-changing coronavirus pandemic. Despite the cancellation a number of other holiday offerings will be available. (Walt Disney World)Minnie Mouse will put on a yuletide gathering for families at the Hollywood & Vine restaurant. Walt Disney World’s holiday offerings will be available till Dec. 30.
Festive fall fun coming to Walt Disney World
Read full article: Festive fall fun coming to Walt Disney WorldORLANDO, Fla Walt Disney World said its set to roll out fall decorations and food offerings on Sept. 15. Guests visiting Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida from Sept. 15 to Oct. 31 will welcome autumns arrival on Main Street, U.S.A. with fall dcor and other seasonal offerings. (Disney Parks Blog)Guests will get the opportunity to enjoy attractions like the Haunted Mansion, see special Halloween-themed cavalcades with Mickey and his pals, try delicious mouth-watering foods and purchase spooktacular merchandise. Disney posted on its blog the food offerings that will be available to guests at all four parks. Hitchhiking Ghost Premium Popcorn Bucket and Madame Leota Sipper.
Heres how you can meet your favorite characters during Walt Disney Worlds phased reopening
Read full article: Heres how you can meet your favorite characters during Walt Disney Worlds phased reopeningORLANDO, Fla. Families are gearing up for the phased reopening of Walt Disney World which starts on Saturday. With the phased reopening guests will notice that the theme parks look a lot different than when they left in March. For its phased reopening, Disney will be putting normal meet and greets on hiatus and instead implement new ways for families to interact with their favorite characters. Below is information provided by Disney on where you can meet your favorite Disney characters. Magic Kingdom ParkThe Royal Princess Processional Several times daily, favorite Disney princesses travel through the streets of Magic Kingdom.
A mini feat: LEGO creates dynamic Mickey and Minnie collectible set
Read full article: A mini feat: LEGO creates dynamic Mickey and Minnie collectible setORLANDO, Fla LEGO is set to begin selling a new collectible set that will bring joy to any Disney fan. The 1,739-piece set features Mickey and Minnie Mouse posing for the camera in their iconic outfits on top of an old-time film strip. This is not your average smaller LEGO set, the company said Mickey Mouse stands 14 inches high while Minnie Mouse stands at 13 inches. Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse Buildable Characters (LEGO)LEGO shut down many of its retail stores due to the coronvirus pandemic but is in the process of reopening many stores soon. The new Mickey and Minnie set retails for $179.99 and will be available at select LEGO stores and LEGO.com on July 1.
Care-free days at theme parks giving way to virus safeguards
Read full article: Care-free days at theme parks giving way to virus safeguardsDisneys nearby parks will wait until next month, but there won't be any parades, firework shows or character greetings. Theme parks in many states have been among the last businesses allowed to reopen because of worries over crowds. We have to look at each and every situation.At most theme parks, the new normal will be apparent before visitors arrive, starting with online admission reservations to manage the daily crowds. Cedar Fair Entertainment, which operates theme parks across North America including Ohio's Cedar Point, will require guests to fill out health screenings before they show up and to go through temperature checks at the gate. While some parks will rely on state guidelines to determine whether their guests should wear masks, most of the big theme parks will require them, even on the rides.
Canine Companions service-dog-in-training has the most magical Disney day meeting Mickey
Read full article: Canine Companions service-dog-in-training has the most magical Disney day meeting MickeyWinnifred, a 1-year-old yellow Labrador retriever/golden retriever mix, is training to become a Canine Companions for Independence service dog. For the past few months, Winnifred and News 6 producer Haley Coomes have been working on their greetings in preparation for meeting Disney characters. During a recent visit to Epcot, Winnifred had several special photo ops, including ones with Mickey, Minnie and Pluto. Winnifred has lived with her puppy raiser Haley since April 2019 and was with another family before that. For more information on how to be a volunteer puppy raiser, click here.
Mark your calendar! Walt Disney World announces opening dates for new attractions
Read full article: Mark your calendar! Walt Disney World announces opening dates for new attractionsORLANDO, Fla – Walt Disney World officials announced Tuesday new details about some of its anticipated new attractions set to open across the resort in 2020. (Walt Disney World)Join Mickey, Minnie and their pals in an all new adventure in March 4, 2020. This one of a kind attraction will be the first ride-through in Walt Disney World featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse. In 2021, guests will board the starcruiser and be transported to a galaxy far, far away. “Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along” in the France pavilion, guests will be able to participate in a twist on a tale as old as time.
Mickey Mouse likeness found on Mercury
Read full article: Mickey Mouse likeness found on MercuryDisney is known as the happiest place on Earth, but Mickey Mouse has seemingly left his imprint on Mercury, too. Three craters resembling the head of the iconic Disney character have been photographed by NASA's Mercury orbital spacecraft Messenger. Mercury, the planet nearest to the sun, has numerous craters, and the ones resembling Mickey Mouse's head are located in the southern part of the planet. The photo is part of the collection of almost 90,000 images taken by Messenger over the year-long preliminary mission of the spacecraft.