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The owner of “Sesame Street” is suing United Parks & Resorts, the parent company of SeaWorld Orlando and other theme parks, alleging unpaid royalties and other breaches of contract. In its lawsuit, Sesame Workshop says it is asking the court to terminate the license agreement and is seeking an unspecified amount of damages and legal costs. The case is Sesame Workshop v. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc., filed Thursday in the Southern District of New York. Orlando-based SeaWorld Parks will change its name to United Parks & Resorts in 2024. According to Sesame Workshop, the two companies have had a…

Give Kids the World Village is in the midst of celebrating its 40th anniversary, and as part of the celebrations, a short animated film tracing the journey of founder Henri Landwirth will be screened. The Kissimmee-based nonprofit provides free time off to seriously ill children and their families. Its roots go back to Landwirth’s harrowing childhood in Poland during World War II. During that time, he experienced a dramatic and well-timed act of kindness. “What Henri Gave to the World” covers that journey and shows how Give Kids the World was inspired and connected to the organization, which has helped…

Cruises are becoming an increasingly popular form of travel, with 21.7 million Americans expected to embark on an ocean cruise in 2026, making it difficult to avoid crowded ships with overflowing passengers and even harder to find peace and quiet. For those looking to get away from the masses, the MSC Yacht Club provides a welcome reprieve for guests staying on the cruise line’s “ship within a ship” concept. This concept can be seen on all 19 ships. Paying for an upgrade is certainly a splurge, but it includes perks like a drinks package, fine dining and pool deck, access…

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will return on April 8th, Walt Disney World has confirmed. When the Toy Story-inspired dark ride returns to Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom, it will feature new rides and improvements, including more targets, enhanced blaster-to-target interaction, new sound effects, and an original robot character named Buddy. “We think it makes games more interactive, more immersive, more exciting and more fun. That was really the goal of this relaunch,” Walt Disney Imagineering producer Kimberly Allison said this week. “We know this attraction is a fan favorite and we really want to improve the guest experience, which…

“It’s certainly difficult to be this far away at this time of year,” Reinhardt said. “The fact that we were able to make some noise and Sergei led the way between the pipes says a lot about us.” they said it “It was a good game. I saw the puck well and there was a lot of action.” – Sergei Bobrovsky talks about his victory “I kind of lost my mind. Everyone here told me to hit the net without falling. I did both, so it was a success.” – Mike Benning of Rookie Rap cat statistics – Mike Benning…

The U.S. Department of Justice recently released an official statement regarding the prison sentence for a Jacksonville resident who threatened a witness in a federal case: JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – U.S. District Judge Marcia Morales Howard sentenced Jesse Lee McKenzie, 43, Jacksonville, to 28 months in federal prison for threatening to retaliate against a witness in a federal case. Mr. McKenzie pled guilty on October 28, 2025. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe. According to court documents, McKenzie’s co-workers were charged with distribution of methamphetamine, a federal crime. In July 2025, McKenzie posted on his Facebook page…

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Attorney General James Usmeyer announced developments in two child exploitation cases involving suspects charged with possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), according to the Attorney General’s Office. Authorities announced that Devon Hart, 20, of Leesburg, was rearrested on additional charges after investigators discovered more illegal materials during the ongoing investigation. Hart currently faces 11 charges for possession of child pornography. The investigation began on January 23, 2026, after receiving information from the National Center on Missing and Exploited Children indicating that Hart allegedly shared CSAM online. Florida Department of Law Enforcement agents executed…

WHITE SPRINGS, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday unveiled a statue honoring Alexander Hamilton in Hamilton County as part of Florida’s preparations for the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. The statue, located in the town of White Springs on the Suwannee River, is part of a statewide effort to place monuments in Florida counties honoring founding fathers. During the unveiling, DeSantis emphasized Hamilton’s role in the nation’s founding, including his work in the American Revolutionary War, his work as the lead author of the Federalist Papers, and his tenure as the first U.S. Treasury Secretary under George Washington. Hamilton…

The James Madison Institute (JMI) has released an extensive report on Florida’s housing affordability crisis. problem? “Rising house prices and rising rents are due to inventory shortages,” the report explains. According to the JMI report, home prices have soared 60% since 2019, while existing home sales have fallen to their lowest level in 30 years. Root causes of the housing crisis According to JMI, there are several reasons for this. Restrictive land-use regulations, domestic supply chains, inflationary pressures, and tax and insurance structures rather than investor activity. “Regulations often limit the type and density of housing that can be built,…

Last year’s Orlando Martini Fest, hosted by P1 Vodka, was so successful that another party was held at a new location. On Saturday, March 21st, fans of this classic cocktail and its many variations will gather to celebrate all things Martini at Caribe Royale Orlando from 6pm to 10pm. This year’s party will feature 20 uniquely themed martinis, from classic to colorful to flashy creations that will make you want to take a sip before drinking. “This is more than just drinking martinis, it’s an immersive cocktail extravaganza from people who love beautiful drinks and great cocktails,” said Sean Buckmaster,…