From breaking news, to what’s going on in and out of the Parks that everyone’s talking about, we’ve pulled together the biggest stories from the last seven days to make sure you haven’t missed any of the most-read stories. Here’s your Top Story Weekly Recap of what you need to know, to catch up fast! … Read more
Elio producer Mary Alice Drumm and Zootopia 2 producer Yvett Merino have each been nominated for Outstanding Producer of Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures by the 2026 Producers Guild Awards. Producers Guild Awards Nominations Other nominees in the category include Damon Ross for The Bad Guys 2, Michelle L.M. Wong for KPop Demon Hunters, and the … Read more
Good Morning America has shared another look inside Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom, including an updated scene that now includes Buzz Lightyear. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin In the short clip Wyatt Winter, Executive Producer at Walt Disney Imagineering stated: What is new here today is actually the scene that’s right here … Read more
Disney’s announcement of a three-year deal with OpenAI sparked a wave of opinions from former animators and others in the community. Most recently, executives from SAG-AFTRA have spoken out on the deal. Disney and Open AI The licensing agreement means Disney-owned characters will be accessible in OpenAI’s Sora, a video creator. Some videos will also stream on … Read more
New youth Crocs featuring Minnie Mouse are now available at Walt Disney World. The pair includes several accessories featuring Minnie, along with a print reminiscent of her dress. Youth Minnie Mouse Crocs – $54.99 These youth Crocs feature an all-over pattern of white dots on a red background, reminiscent of Minnie Mouse’s dress. The insides … Read more
Over at the upcoming Disney Lakeshore Lodge, the entrance porte cochere has been extended as the A-frame cabins have received more detailing. Disney Lakeshore Lodge Construction Disney Lakeshore Lodge looms next to Fort Wilderness Resort, along Bay Lake. Like the early Reflections concept, Disney Lakeshore Lodge is a Disney Vacation Club resort and will be “inspired by the majesty of … Read more
The Seas pavilion at EPCOT will celebrate its 40th anniversary this month. Currently known as The Seas with Nemo & Friends, the original pavilion opened as The Living Seas in 1986. The Seas 40th Anniversary Dr. Mark Penning, VP of Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment, teased a 40th anniversary celebration on Instagram, writing, “Since 1986, … Read more
Hallmark Christmas movie filming in Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World, dozens of passengers evacuated after monorail loses power at Disneyland, and we try the new Pink Milk at Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, January 9, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for today; … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood has released a new bubble wand featuring Mario driving his Standard Kart. Mario Kart Bubble Wand – $35 This Mario Kart bubble wand has a solid red wand shaft that is printed with the Super Nintendo World logo. At the bottom is an orb to store the bubble solution. The top of … Read more
Our reporter spotted a new Alice in Wonderland-themed shirt over at Disney Springs. We found this at Disney Style. Good Times Roam In Wonderland Shirt – $ 36.99 The shirt is a light beige or tan tie-dye style. The art, which only appears at the front, has bold text at the top that reads Good … Read more
Joining the pink spirit jersey we recently spotted, a pink women’s shirt with the fantasy-inspired Disneyland 70th Anniversary crest is now available at the park. Pink Women’s Disneyland 70th Anniversary Shirt – $39.99 This flowy, scoop-neck shirt is a rosy mauve hue. It has short cuffed sleeves that are sewn in place. The back is … Read more
Crews have begun painting the archway entrance of Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Hollywood. Some construction walls have also come down from the building. Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Construction A “Wait Time” sign has been installed on the right side of the concrete archway. Construction of the archway began in September … Read more
Exterior construction work is now visible on the upcoming Level99 location at Disney Springs. The space was previously occupied by the NBA Experience. As we noticed on a recent visit to Disney Springs, steel framework has now expanded from ground-to-roof on the former NBA Experience building. On closer inspection, the steel framework appears to extend … Read more
A variety of merchandise themed to the horror classic The Birds is now available at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Work has continued at the old entrance of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort after the new roadway entrance opened late last year. The old entrance will be converted into a bus entrance, and work is well underway. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Construction Update From the monorail, we can see numerous fenced-off areas in the parking lot, … Read more
From ear headbands to earrings, there are a variety of Disney accessories by BaubleBar perfect for Valentine’s Day. Disney Minnie Mouse Heart Ears Headband – $54.99 This light pink headband is topped with plush Minnie ears covered in pink hearts in a mix of shades. Some of the hearts are adorned with glass stones. A … Read more