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The Most Vital Part of ANY Theme Park Maintenance Program Is The Word “Maintain” an Editorial by LW Ghost

The Most Vital Part of ANY Theme Park Maintenance Program Is The Word “Maintain” an Editorial by LW Ghost

The other day, I was watching a wonderful interview with Bob Gurr. For those of you who don’t know him, he’s one of the Disney Legends whose chief role in the making of the parks was transport and ride vehicles—he invented the PeopleMover, the OmniMover/DoomBuggies, and a host of other Disney Imagineering innovations.

Disney’s Pirate Tavern Opening – Will The Beak and Barrel Sink Magic Kingdom Family Fun?

Disney’s Pirate Tavern Opening – Will The Beak and Barrel Sink Magic Kingdom Family Fun?

Walt Disney World has announced that The Beak and Barrel, a Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern is set to open in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland on August 29, 2025.

This isn’t just another themed eatery—it’s a dedicated pub emphasizing cocktails, beers, and wines, marking a significant escalation in the park’s long-evolving relationship with alcohol. Once envisioned by Walt Disney as a wholesome, booze-free haven for families, Disneyland and the subsequent Magic Kingdom park constructed after Walt passed away maintained a strict no-alcohol policy. 

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Halle Bailey Speaks on ‘The Little Mermaid’ Backlash — Variety Reframes Comments to Attack Fans

Halle Bailey Speaks on ‘The Little Mermaid’ Backlash — Variety Reframes Comments to Attack Fans

Disney’s live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid proved divisive. At the center of much of the debate was Halle Bailey, the young actress cast as Ariel. Three years later, she sat down with The Independent to discuss the experience and the support she received behind the scenes from other actresses who have also faced online hostility.

Deadline Changes Tune on Man of Tomorrow Story After James Gunn Calls Their Reporting “Shoddy and Incorrect”

Deadline Changes Tune on Man of Tomorrow Story After James Gunn Calls Their Reporting “Shoddy and Incorrect”

Deadline has amended an earlier story regarding casting for James Gunn’s Man of Tomorrow after receiving backlash from the director and orchestrator of the DC Universe. On Tuesday morning, the outlet published an exclusive article from “multiple sources” claiming that Adria Arjona was screen testing for a role in the upcoming superhero film.

Sony Pictures Offering Targeted Buyouts Instead of Mass Layoffs

Sony Pictures Offering Targeted Buyouts Instead of Mass Layoffs

In an exclusive report from Deadline late last Friday, it was revealed that Sony intends to offer targeted buyouts to “executives in select areas.” There had reportedly been speculation that the buyout offer would extend across the studio. However, the more selective approach suggests that Sony is looking to make small changes to its corporate structure and avoid mass layoffs.

Silence of The Lambs Team Apologizes to Gender Activists for Making One of the Greatest Thriller Films of All Time

Silence of The Lambs Team Apologizes to Gender Activists for Making One of the Greatest Thriller Films of All Time

On its 35th anniversary, some of the creatives behind The Silence of the Lambs want to apologize for certain aspects of the iconic film. While long celebrated as one of the greatest horror/thrillers of the ’90s—if not all time—the film has raised concerns about reinforcing negative stereotypes when viewed through a contemporary cultural lens.