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Artist's concept of the Great Epcot Congressional Uprising of 2020. Photo from Library of Congress [public domain] via Wikimedia.

AI upgrade leads to brawl at Disney’s Hall of Congress

They should have known not to give them competing programming. EPCOT, FL -- A recent AI software upgrade at Disney's Hall of Congress, located in the dark alley behind the American Adventure Pavilion, led to an all-out brawl between the Democrat and Republican animatronic figures. The upgrade happened before the park opened, and Disney Imagineers were able to restore the original software from backup. Disney (the company) spokesperson, Jun Disney (no relation), shared details on the upgrade. Fox vs. CNN "Software upgrades are routine, and ...

I wonder if we'll have to pay to use this cover photo now? Photo source: Literally everywhere.

Disney acquires “lady yelling at cat”; new Animal Kingdom land coming?

Don't look at the cover photo. Disney may soon charge you for it. BURBANK, CA -- In its latest move towards Total Domination of All MediaTM, the Disney Company has acquired ownership and all publishing rights in the "lady yelling at cat" meme. Sources say that the company is still considering how best to use the property. It's early in the process, but there may be a lady/cat feature film, a new series on Disney+, or a new land at Disney's Animal Kingdom ...

January 31, 2020 by Marty in Florida, Other

She probably meant to say the Palestine Pavilion. Epcot photo [CC0] via Pixabay; AOC photo by nrkbeta [CC BY-SA 2.0] via Flickr.

Congressperson questions orbit of Epcot’s Space 220 Restaurant

"The emptiness of space is very much a focus of my brain," -- AOC, probably EPCOT, FL -- In the midst of Epcot's many issues -- closings, construction, apartment complexes -- comes a new hiccup: government meddling. Yes, now even the new Space 220 restaurant is in jeopardy after a U.S. Representative questioned its safety. Congresswomanperson Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-Neptune) recently sent a letter to the Walt Disney Company demanding to know more about the orbit of the upcoming Space 220 restaurant. Her letter ...

January 30, 2020 by Walt in Florida

The Holy Land -- wheeeeeee! - Experience. Photo by Zfigueroa [CC BY-SA 4.0] via Wikimedia.

Holy Land Experience moves to attract younger generation

Out with the King James Version, in with the drums and smoke machines. ORLANDO, FL -- Orlando's #1 [Ed.: Hashtag 1? What does that mean?] tourist attraction, The Holy Land Experience, is making even more drastic changes to grow their attendance. In addition to adding new thrill rides, the park is also changing signage and updating costumes. They hope to attract a younger generation by moving from being a "traditional" to a "contemporary" Bible-based destination. Holy Land Experience (the theme park) representative, ...

January 28, 2020 by Walt in Florida

Mug shot of Joe Rohde's Earring. Photo by alchetron.com [CC BY-SA 3.0].

Joe Rohde’s Earring announces candidacy for President

It's already polling ahead of Elizabeth Warren. GLENDALE, CA -- Imagineer Joe Rohde is not running for President. But his earring is! In a statement released yesterday, Joe Rohde's Earring announced its candidacy as an Independent for the 2020 Presidential Election: I believe my unique set of experiences in business, government, and philanthropy will enable me to win and lead. As a candidate, I’ll rally a broad and diverse coalition of Americans to win. And as president, I have the skills to fix what is ...

January 27, 2020 by Marty in Other