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News •

Disneyland to electrify Autopia track on classic 1955 ride, report says • Nov. 2, 2026, 3:12 PM ET (The Orange County Register)

Disneyland closes 7 attractions as Christmas holidays kick off • Oct. 29, 2026, 12:06 PM ET (Los Angeles Daily News)

The Beach Boys Canceled Another Show. A John Stamos Spinoff Group Is Taking Their Spot • Oct. 28, 2026, 2:50 PM ET (Rolling Stone)

Disneyland attendance flat, Universal Studios Hollywood drops 8% in 2025 • Oct. 27, 2026, 2:31 PM ET (The Orange County Register)

The tornado of unfavourable conditions pushing little restaurants to the brink • Oct. 24, 2026, 1:45 PM ET (ABC News (Australia))

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Fireworks burst above Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland as a large crowd, including Disney characters and people in formal attire, gathers in front to celebrate the park's 50th anniversary.

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Sleeping Beauty's Castle with blue and gold turrets stands at the center of Disneyland in Anaheim, California, as visitors walk and gather in front of the entrance.

Mickey Mouse, Robert Iger, Diane Disney Miller holding a framed picture, Michael Eisner, and Minnie Mouse pose together outdoors at Disneyland's 50th Anniversary rededication ceremony.

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