Apple Matters has a humorous look at what changes we could expect if the rumored buyout of Disney by Apple occurs: The iPod Mini, that became the iPod Nano is once again the iPod Minnie. And yes, the rumors are true, there will be an iPod Minnie doc for the Mac Minnie. And don’t forget… Read More »What Changes to Expect if Apple buys Disney?
Before its first year of operations is complete Hong Kong Disneyland plans to open three new attractions to help alleviate the long lines experienced during the busy season. The additions are the "Autopia" electric car ride, the "Stitch Encounter," a theater show, and the UFO Zone — made up of water-squirting robot, rocket ship and… Read More »Hong Kong Disneyland to rapidly expand
A boy fell from a roller coaster ride at the Cypress Gardens Theme Park in Central Florida. Apparently the boy deliberately escaped from his restraints then stood up while the coaster was in motion on a dare from his friends. He’s in the hospital with multiple injuries. The ride does not appear to have malfunctioned.… Read More »Boy Falls from Coaster at Cypress Gardens
I consider this unlikely, but rumors are going around that Apple may leverage their market position to buy the Walt Disney Company. The dollars are there since Disney appears to be undervalued.
This week’s Fan Video shows what kind of Dorky fun you can have when you join Walt Disney World’s College Program.
Javier Grillo-Marxuach, one of the original show writers on ABC’s hit TV show LOST has announced on his blog that he is leaving the production. Fans want to know why? The simple truth is my work is done. As television series change and evolve, so do the things they require from the writers and producers… Read More »Original LOST writer moving on
I must have missed the official announcement, but Disney recent moved their internet auction operations off of planet eBay and into the Disney.com mothership. This means some slight changes in policy for bidders, Disney no longer has to pay eBay any fees, and probably means lower overall viewership as well (translation, fewer competing bids). So… Read More »Disney Auctions leaves eBay behind
In just its third year ESPN The Weekend has become a very popular event for Disney-MGM Studios. Judging by the recently announced lineup, this year will be no exception. Sports fans are given the opportunity to see many of their favorite athletes and ESPN personalities up-close and personal at Disney-MGM Studios March 3-5, 2006.
Be prepared to stand in some lines for autographs, and make use of the ‘fastpass’ system they usually have set up for autographs. It’s also a chance to get on camera, so bring a cardboard sign that says something witty.
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