TV Recap: Morgan Helps Solve the Murder of an L.A. Spotscaster on “High Potential”

The 9th episode of High Potential is called “The RAMs,” a title that doesn’t have much to do with the case of the week, but that hold significant meaning to Morgan Gillory. Otherwise, this episode follows Morgan as she helps solve the murder of a beloved L.A. sportscaster. And this week’s episode comes with a very […]

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From “THX 1138” to B-Wing Starfighters – The Easter Eggs of “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” Episodes 7 & 8

Now that the full season of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is available to stream on Disney+, let’s go through the Easter Eggs, allusions, and homages in its final two episodes, entitled “We’re Gonna Be In So Much Trouble” and “The Real Good Guys.” Starting with “We’re Gonna Be In So Much Trouble,” the communication device built by […]

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TV Recap: “Will Trent” Helps His Old Roommate Get his Abducted Daughter Back

The Will Trent two-part Season 3 premiere concludes with “Sunny-Side Up.” Following the murder of two APD officers, Special Agent Will Trent was forced to return to the life he abandoned when his old roommate, gang leader Rafael, was framed. At the end of the episode, it was discovered that Rafael’s daughter had been abducted, which […]

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The Walt Disney Company Continues to Look For Ways to Help Rebuild Los Angeles Amid Wildfires

The Los Angeles wildfires continue to rage on throughout the city. While Disney’s Burbank offices have reopened, the company is looking at ways to help the surrounding communities that have been deeply impacted by the catastrophic blazes. What’s Happening: The New York Times has shared some ways that Disney is trying to spread magic throughout Los […]

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Manatees Removed From The Seas at EPCOT & More: Daily Recap (1/14/25)

Demolition has begun on TriceraTop Spin, “it’s a small world” with Groot premiered at Tokyo Disneyland, and a new Walt Disney World Annual Passholder magnet is coming — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

People walk past a construction wall with space-themed decorations in the background under a clear blue sky.

EPCOT

The entrance features blue curtains with a "Manatees" sign elegantly displayed above. A small blue podium stands in front, reminiscent of an EPCOT exhibit.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

The construction site, reminiscent of DinoLand U.S.A., features green fencing surrounding a carousel top adorned with an elephant figure. In the background, trees reach towards a cloudy sky, creating a whimsical and adventurous atmosphere.

Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Self-service kiosk at a cafeteria with touchscreen monitors, card readers, and large condiment dispensers.

New Merchandise

Two Disney pins: one featuring Mickey Mouse on a lanyard card, celebrating 25 years of pin trading, and another in a box with Mickey proudly holding a banner.

Other Walt Disney World News

A cartoon insect with an expressive face and a purple eye stands against a glowing green and black background, reminiscent of Disney's enchanting style found in

Disneyland Resort

A blue statue of a woman holding candelabras and flowers stands on a stone surface in an outdoor area, with people and trees in the background.

Tokyo Disney Resort

A smiling tree-shaped character resembling Groot holds a large magnifying glass over two insect-like figures on a green and blue leafy background, capturing the essence of

Universal Studios

Universal Orlando Resort

Krakatau at Volcano Bay

That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!

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New Popcorn Bucket Now Available at Tokyo Disney Resort for Disney Pal-Palooza

A new popcorn bucket is now available for Disney Pal-Palooza: Vanellope’s Sweet Pop World happening at the Tokyo Disney Resort.

Disney Pal-Palooza Popcorn Bucket – ¥2,800

A toy popcorn cart decorated with candy-themed elements, including donut wheels and a striped canopy, is placed on a countertop.

The bucket is designed like a popcorn wagon and comprised of many sweet treats in true Vanellope von Schweetz fashion.

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The side of the wagon reads “Hot Fresh Popcorn” and showcases the faces of Minnie and Mickey. Minnie wears a pink polka-dot bow and Mickey has a blue hat. The wagon wheels resemble donuts, with the front wheel being pink icing and pink and white sprinkles while the back wheel is blue icing with chocolate-colored drizzle and multicolored sprinkles.

Close-up of a Tokyo Disney Resort popcorn bucket, featuring the resort's logo and design elements.

A sign resembling a wafer cookie on the side of the bucket has the inscription “Tokyo Disney Resort.” with a castle and a smoking volcano resembling Mount Prometheus to represent the two parks. 

A toy popcorn cart with red and white striped poles, dripping chocolate design, and "POPCRN" on the side, placed on a countertop.

The poles of the wagon are candy canes and the front displays the word “Popcorn” in blue and yellow font. Chocolate “drips” from the roof of the bucket.

Toy cart with candy-striped poles and popcorn-themed decorations, labeled

The back of the wagon reads “Poppin’ Fun” in the same blue and yellow font as on the front.

The roof is a chocolate bar with a wafer on top which opens to hold the popcorn. White icing with multi-colored sprinkles lines the sides of the chocolate wagon roof.

Ribbon with colorful candy images and text: "Enjoy a Sugary Wonderland, Where Sweet Dreams Come True!" on a speckled surface.

The strap attached to the bucket features a pattern of various candies and cookies. The opposite side is pink and white stripes with the phrase “Enjoy a sugary wonderland, where sweet dreams come true!”

According to the official Tokyo Disney Resort website, the bucket is available for purchase on January 14 and 15, 2025. Guests will be able to make a purchase only once at the Popcorn Wagon in front of Sweetheart Cafe at Tokyo Disneyland or the Popcorn Wagon in front of Sea Turtle Souvenirs at Tokyo DisneySea.

There is a purchase limit of one popcorn bucket per park ticket.

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TV Recap / Review – Families Team Up to Defend At Attin from Invading Pirates in the Thrilling “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” Finale

This evening saw the debut of the season (or is it series?) finale of Lucasfilm’s live-action series Star Wars: Skeleton Crew on Disney+, entitled “The Real Good Guys.” Below are my brief recap and thoughts on this climactic installment. “The Real Good Guys” begins with a fake-out anti-payoff to the cliffhanger of last week’s episode, with […]

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Review: “Marvel Rivals” New Doom Match Game Mode is a Quick and Fun Way to Test Your Skills

Marvel Rivals first season Eternal Night Falls is out now. In addition to some amazing new characters, cosmetics, and maps, a new game mode titled Doom Match has arrived for this season. Marvel Rivals, Marvel Games and NetEase Games’ massive new Player v Player game has launched a brand new game mode as a part of […]

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“it’s a small world with Groot” Marvel Comic Book Debuts for New Ride Overlay

A new addition to the official Tokyo Disneyland Resort webpage has announced a new digital comic called “it’s a small world with Groot: Take Off” available for guests to read on the Tokyo Disneyland app.

“it’s a small world with Groot” Comic

The illustrated cover of the digital comic "Takeoff" features a Groot-like character with a wooden appearance. In the background, space-themed elements swirl around, echoing an adventure from Tokyo Disneyland. A small inset captures the character’s expressive face.

Tokyo Disneyland is preparing for the grand opening of the new “it’s a small world with Groot” overlay with Marvel characters on January 15. We recently got a first look at some of the new merchandise related to the overlay. Now, Tokyo Disneyland has announced a new digital comic available for guests in the park, also starting on January 15.

The translated title of the comic is “it’s a small world with Groot: Take Off.” The comic has only been announced in a digital version so far, and it will be available to users of the Tokyo Disneyland mobile app. A preview image of the comic shows Groot holding a suitcase as he prepares to travel the world.

The description for the comic says that any guests visiting Tokyo Disneyland during the overlay period can enjoy the comic using the app. The rest of the translated webpage includes instructions for using the app and accessing the new comic. The app must have location services enabled and be opened while inside the actual park for the comic to become available. As a result, valid theme park admission is required to read the comic.

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“it’s a small world with Groot” is a limited-time attraction overlay running at Tokyo Disneyland from January 15 through June 30. For the overlay, several of the classic “it’s a small world” dolls will be dressed in superhero costumes matching the ones seen on favorite Marcel characters. Disney released a preview of a doll dressed like Thor. Several small Groot dolls have also been newly-created for the attraction.

Are you excited to see Groot and his friends added to “it’s a small world” in Tokyo Disneyland? Let us know in the comments.

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