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Photos/Videos: Sports stars help relaunch the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

The sports facility formerly known as Disney’s Wide World of Sports was officially re-launched as ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex last Thursday, Feb. 25, in an elaborate Hollywood-style “turf carpet” event that featured celebrities, Florida’s governor, ESPN on-air commentators and sports stars from the NFL, MLB, LPGA, Olympics and more. Shawn Johnson (Olympic gold…

Video: SeaWorld's Believe killer whale show returns with a tribute

After a couple of days of canceled shows because of the tragedy with SeaWorld trainer Dawn Brancheau, SeaWorld’s Believe shows returned this morning with the trainers not performing in the water. On the way in, some flowers and balloons could be seen across from SeaWorld’s entrance. No protestors were in sight. Shamu Stadium was about…

Sword swallowers to perform at Ripley’s Saturday as part of World Sword Swallowers Day

More than 25 sword swallowers will be performing shows at more than a dozen Ripley Believe It or Not! Odditoriums worldwide in four countries at 2:27 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 27, in celebration of the Fourth Annual World Sword Swallowers Day. More than 100 feet of solid steel is set to go down the hatch…

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Ellen is bringing her show back to Universal on March 28

Talk show host, comedian and American Idol judge Ellen DeGeneres is coming back to Universal Orlando’s CityWalk to record “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” on March 28. Ellen last recorded her show at Universal in March 2008. She can be seen above with Kelli Pickler, who was one of the musical guests during that visit. More…

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New exhibit in Epcot's Innoventions lets you take a break

A new long-term exhibit recently opened in Innoventions at Epcot that will bring visitors face to face with the nanoworld. “Take a Nanooze Break” features a series of interactive, continually updated displays that allow visitors to manipulate models of molecules, study everyday items at the nanoscale, and interact with scientists and engineers who conduct the…

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Out of the Loop: Michael Jackson's Captain EO returns to Disneyland

By Andy Guinigundo Anaheim, Calif. – The long-awaited revival of Michael Jackson’s 3D short, Captain EO has returned to the Tomorrowland Theater in Disneyland. The film originally had an 11-year run at Disneyland from 1986 to 1997 covering a good portion of the height of Jackson’s popularity. It also played at Epcot from 1986 to…

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PARKsaver: Two great deals for active military officers and family

By Chris Ollendorf Are you or someone in your family serving in the military? Do you or they have an urge to visit a theme park? Well then you’re in luck. Here are just two of many great offers to help you out. Hi. My Name is Chris Ollendorf and I will be writing about…