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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Priyanka Chopra's Daughter Malti Hit an Adrenaline-Inducing New Milestone in a New Video
Priyanka Chopra Jonas is one proud mama! Her 3-year-old daughter Malti Marie, who she shares with husband Nick Jonas, just reached a big kid milestone — and watching her in a new video will get your heart rate pounding. The Citadel star re-posted videos on her Instagram story Wednesday taken by a friend. In them, Malti is walking hand-in-hand with a little boy wearing matching mouse ears as they had to Disney World in Florida. In the next clip, the duo got to meet Mickey Mouse, which is a classic Disney experience of course. More from SheKnows Julia Roberts Shares Rare Photo of Son Henry - & His Most Stunning Feature - on His Golden Birthday But the third video shows Malti's adrenaline-inducing new milestone: the rode her first roller coaster! 'MMs first roller coaster ride,' Chopra Jonas wrote over a video of the Big Mountain Railroad Ride at Magic Kingdom. 'we went four times. My girl!' Her first time ever on a rollercoaster, and she went four times?! Yep, this toddler is definitely going to be an adrenaline junkie when she grows up. This isn't the first time Malti has shown off her fearless side. In an interview on Live with Kelly and Mark last month, the 'Waffle House' singer shared the sport his daughter is super into right now. 'We tried soccer — did not like that,' he said. 'But karate, she's really taken to karate. It's basically they get in their karate outfits, and they just say, 'hi-ya,' and they just do that.' Right after Malti turned 2, she surprised her mom by jumping into a ball pit. 'R u kidding me?! 🥹😍' the Love Again star captioned a photo of Malti playing. '@maltimarie is such a champ,' she wrote. 'She surprises me everyday. Fearless and spontaneous. Grateful and curious. In this moment she climbed up this slide all by herself and launched herself off on her TUMMY, down the slide landing into the ball pit in a fit of laughter and unbridled joy.' May we all enjoy life like Malti this summer!Best of SheKnows Tween & Teen Slang 2025: A Definitive Guide to 'What the Hellyante' Your Kid Is Saying Right Now Celebrity Parents Who Are So Proud of Their LGBTQ Kids Recent Baby & Toddler Product Recalls Every Parent and Caregiver Should Know About
The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Inside abandoned Disney World airport with its own singing runway where planes are banned from landing
AN ABANDONED Disney World airport once welcomed visitors into the heart of the Magic Kingdom with a musical runway - but planes are now banned from the area. Lake Buena Vista STOLPort was constructed in the early 1970s - with a runway which played When You Wish Upon a Star if pilots drove over it at the right pace. Hidden just off the road into Disney World, the stretch of tarmac literally sang when jets went over it at around 45mph. The small airport was made in 1971 to fly in Disney World guests and employees from Orlando International Airport and Tampa International Airport, on a journey that lasted just a few minutes, according to Culture Trip. For a short time, it was the only runway where you could fly directly into Disney's world-famous theme park. The only jets to ever fly into the incredible airport were part of a now-defunct airline called Shawnee. The airport, which rests south of the Magic Kingdom park and north of Epcot, next to World Drive, was only big enough to operate four planes at a time. The runway was also reportedly used for high-ranking Disney company executives until as late as 2006. The concept was that the small airport would later be revamped into a much larger airport - but this idea never took off, and the fairytale flight service didn't last long before it was scrapped. Lake Buena Vista STOLport was ultimately closed in the 1980s after the theme park built a Monorail close to the runway. This meant planes were no longer able to land there safely. Ever since, the one-of-a-kind airport has been used as backstage storage. Bus drivers were even reportedly trained on the tarmac, where they revealed the bizarre musical feature of the singing airstrip. Tragically, the musical grooves were removed in 2008 - though the airport still stands. There is actually another bizarre reason no planes are allowed to land there today. And it is because Disney World actually has the same airspace protections as the White House. The park has a special "no-fly zone" called TFR 9/4985, which it was given shortly after 9/11. This means no planes can fly low or land over attractions such as Cinderella's castle - much to the annoyance of Florida pilots. Disney has even tried to bend the rule too. They recently applying for permission to fly their own drones in the zone. Planes aren't the only things that no longer exist at Disney World - mosquitoes have also been banned. Disney has a comprehensive programme for keeping the park mozzie-free, which is called the Mosquito Surveillance Programme. But while the airspace is locked down tight, the legend of Disney's once musical runway still lives on.
Thrill Geek
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Thrill Geek
Disney Announces Cars-Themed Expansion at Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom is gearing up for a transformative expansion as Disney officially unveils plans for a Cars-themed land set to roll into Frontierland. This bold development marks one of the most significant updates to the park in decades, bringing Pixar's beloved automotive universe to life in a wholly original way. A Journey Into the 'Wheeldernesst' The new land, inspired by the Cars franchise and themed around an all-new location called Piston Peak National Park, will combine the spirit of Route 66 with the grandeur of the American frontier. Drawing visual and thematic inspiration from real-life national parks such as the Rockies, the expansion will transport guests to a rustic, nature-filled retreat designed especially for Cars. Disney Imagineers have emphasized a unique blend of storytelling and landscape architecture, with flowing rivers, towering pines, waterfalls, and geysers surrounding immersive structures built to accommodate car-sized inhabitants. Classic western parkitecture meets Pixar charm in a land that feels both fresh and organically tied to Frontierland's storytelling roots. Attractions & Experiences While full attraction details are still under wraps, Disney has confirmed the land will feature two major rides: Off-Road Rally Adventure – Guests will board custom 'off-road' vehicles in an adrenaline-pumping race through rugged terrain. The experience will include an interactive queue inside a park lodge and feature an all-new original character, Ranger J. Autobahn Woodlore, a comedic, animatronic park ranger who introduces the park's lore. Family-Friendly Experience – A second, yet-to-be-named attraction will offer a more relaxed experience suitable for all ages, likely housed in the park's ranger station area. In addition to attractions, the land will feature walking trails, scenic overlooks, themed retail, and food & beverage locations inspired by the great outdoors—infused with Cars-style humor and design. A Massive Transformation To make way for the expansion, Disney has announced that several long-standing Magic Kingdom offerings will close permanently: Rivers of America Tom Sawyer Island Liberty Square Riverboat These closures will take effect on July 7, 2025, allowing construction to begin immediately. Disney has stated that key walkways and guest flow areas along the Frontierland promenade will remain accessible, with thoughtful redesigns to preserve the park's charm. A New Era for Frontierland This Cars expansion represents not only a physical transformation but also a thematic evolution for Magic Kingdom's Frontierland. While maintaining the land's adventurous spirit and western identity, this addition introduces new characters, environments, and storytelling techniques that align with Disney's vision for the future of its parks. The expansion is part of a broader $60 billion investment plan to enhance Disney Parks worldwide. Though no official opening date has been confirmed, industry speculation points to a multi-year construction timeline, with a likely debut in the late 2020s. Bringing together the scenic splendor of the American wilderness and the high-octane personality of Pixar's Cars, this expansion promises to deliver a uniquely Disney experience—one that honors tradition while racing full speed into the future. For fans and first-time visitors alike, this new destination will redefine what it means to explore the frontier at Magic Kingdom. Stay tuned for updates as Disney reveals more details about Piston Peak National Park and its cast of four-wheeled adventurers. Clint Gamache is the owner of ThrillGeek. He started ThrillGeek to share his love of theme/amusement parks and pop culture with the world. You can find him at Halloween Horror Nights. Also, be sure to follow him on Twitter/X, Instagram @iamcg83
News.com.au
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Disney World's ‘clever' lice check surprises mum
One of parents' worst nightmares is their kid getting lice. But if you suspect it in your little ones' head and don't want to do the checking yourself, head over to Disney World where the staff will do the work for you. One Disney parent posted in a now-viral TikTok how those who are staffed by the land of Mickey and Minnie Mouse cleverly go about checking kids' heads for the tiny, wingless insects. The mum captioned her video, 'I didn't even realise what they were doing until I rewatched the video. Literally making every moment magical even while checking for lice at bippity boppity boutique.' In the video, the staffer dressed in character as a fairy Godmother kneels behind an adorable little girl and begins parting her hair to check for any signs of the nasty insects. While doing so, the employee is chatting with the toddler, who is oblivious that her head is being inspected, about Rapunzel's hair. Something that Disney is known for offering to young guests is the ability to receive a princess — or a knight — makeover, which includes getting hair and makeup done at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Magic Kingdom. The parent who posted the video wasn't the only one pleasantly surprised by this service. 'You know what, I'd rather them check for lice than a surprise after vacation!' one commenter wrote. 'Hopefully no parent takes offence to this because it's not only protecting other children, it's protecting your child from getting it, too,' pointed out someone else. 'That's a sweet and creative way to disguise it,' another person agreed. 'It's not just checking for lice — it's also checking for any rashes, skin issues, cuts/broken skin. Anything that could react to whatever they're putting on ur (sic) head. It's for their safety and yours!' a commenter explained. Although Disney didn't confirm the lice checking to be true, one could assume that staff at the amusement park use this opportunity to make sure little guests' heads are clean before transforming them into a Disney princess or knight. Go on holiday, get a free lice check. Which doesn't sound like a bad idea, considering an estimated 6 to 12 million US kids between the ages of 3 and 11 years old get lice every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Meanwhile, in Australia roughly one in four primary school children may experience head lice at some point. It's suggested olive oil can help smother, kill and remove lice eggs from a child's head, according to Northwell Health pediatrician Dr. Lauren Adler. Keep in mind, the CDC states, that it 'does not have clear scientific evidence' — but if the food product does the trick, more power to it.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shocked parent discovers how Disney World subtly checks kids for lice: ‘That's a creative way to disguise it'
One of parents' worst nightmares is their kid getting lice — but you suspect it in your little ones' head and don't want to do the checking yourself, head over to Disney World where the staff will do the work for you. One Disney parent posted in a now-viral TikTok how those who are staffed by the land of Mickey and Minnie Mouse cleverly go about checking kids' heads for the tiny, wingless insects. The mom captioned her video, 'I didn't even realize what they were doing until I rewatched the video. Literally making every moment magical even while checking for lice at bippity boppity boutique.' In the video, the staffer dressed in character as a fairy Godmother kneels behind an adorable little girl and begins parting her hair to check for any signs of the nasty insects. While doing so, the employee is chatting with the toddler, who is oblivious that her head is being inspected, about Rapunzel's hair. Something that Disney is known for offering to young guests is the ability to get a princess — or knight —makeover, which includes getting hair and makeup done at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Magic Kingdom The parent who posted the video isn't the only one pleasantly surprised by this service. 'You know what, I'd rather them check for lice than a surprise after vacation!' one commenter wrote. 'Hopefully no parent takes offense to this because it's not only protecting other children, it's protecting your child from getting it, too,' pointed out someone else. 'That's a sweet and creative way to disguise it,' another person agreed. 'It's not just checking for lice — it's also checking for any rashes, skin issues, cuts/broken skin. Anything that could react to whatever they're putting on ur head. It's for their safety and yours!' a commenter explained. Although Disney didn't confirm the lice checking to be true, one could assume that staff at the amusement park use this opportunity to make sure little guests' heads are clean before transforming them into a Disney princess or knight. Go on vacation, get a free lice check. Which doesn't sound like a bad idea, considering an estimated 6 to 12 million US kids between the ages of 3 and 11 years old get lice every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention And if your kid becomes a statistic, olive oil can actually help smother, kill and remove lice eggs from a child's head, according to Northwell Health pediatrician Dr. Lauren Adler Keep in mind that the CDC states that it 'does not have clear scientific evidence' — but if the food product does the trick, more power to it.
