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Wednesday, October 21, 2026

SeaWorld's Mako reopens | Disney ride progress | Savannah Bananas coming

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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SeaWorld's Mako reopens | Disney ride progress | Savannah Bananas coming

Mako coaster reopens at SeaWorld after closure following Goliath incident in Ga.

The park has closed the coaster on Oct. 13 out of an abundance of caution following the death of a man on a similar Georgia coaster.

Disney teases updates to Carousel of Progress, new Monstropolis and Tropical Americas

In a display at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the company teases updates to Carousel of Progress, plus the new Monstropolis and Tropical Americas lands.

Savannah Bananas coming to Walt Disney World next year for Banana Ball tournament

All 6 teams in the Banana Ball league will come to Walt Disney World for a four-day tournament with four teams facing off in April.

Latest roller coaster death puts spotlight on safety restraints

SeaWorld’s Mako shut down after the fatal accident on a nearly identical ride at Six Flags Over Georgia. The hypercoaster design uses just a single lap bar so that riders can enjoy a feeling of weightlessness.

¡Salud! Celebrating International Gin & Tonic Day at Disney

This classic pairing originated in British-occupied India, but it was the Spanish who took it to another level … to the point where no “and” is needed. In Spain, it’s the gin-tonic. And on Oct. 19, we celebrate it. Internationally.

State theme park report: Injuries on 2 coasters, 3 water rides in third quarter

Guests reported injuries on six different attractions at Florida’s major theme parks in the third quarter of 2026.

Roller coaster rider’s death puts spotlight on the safety of ever more thrilling rides

Florida’s largest theme parks are exempt from state safety inspections, unlike smaller venues and fairs.

Disney strikes $20-million deal for Character.ai’s assets as AI startup files for bankruptcy

Character.ai said before the bankruptcy filing it struck an agreement with Disney in which the entertainment company agreed to pay $20 million to license certain intellectual property.

SeaWorld Orlando closes Mako coaster after death at Six Flags Over Georgia

Both Mako and the reported coaster from the Six Flags incident were built by same company.

Epcot Food & Wine Festival: What would it cost to eat everything?

The annual tasting and sipping event happens through Nov. 21 and offers nearly 230 items — including 96 food menu items and 110 alcoholic drinks — across 46 distinct festival locations.

Gators, Ghosts and Goblins: Halloween high jinks, Skunk Ape return to Gatorland

The eighth annual “Gators, Ghosts and Goblins” is back this month at Gatorland with included-in-admission Halloween festivities for the whole family.

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Magic season opener | Will UCF's Barnett start vs. BYU? | Bianchi: Can Magic's best players stay healthy?

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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Magic season opener | Will UCF's Barnett start vs. BYU? | Bianchi: Can Magic's best players stay healthy?

Magic set to open NBA season against Hawks as Wagner provides health update

Magic forward Franz Wagner provided a positive update after practice Tuesday about his availability for opening night against the Hawks.

Injured UCF quarterback Alonza Barnett III reportedly won’t start vs. BYU

The Knights’ senior quarterback has missed the last four games while recovering from a significant hamstring injury.

Bianchi: Suggs apologizes for last year’s epic playoff collapse, but can Magic make amends by staying healthy?

The biggest question facing the Magic isn’t whether new coach Sean Sweeney can design a better offense, it’s whether this team’s most important players can remain healthy.

Rushing battle is fun for Collins brothers at different schools \| Football Insider

Tamauri Collins is at Tavares High and his brother Jamar Collins is at Lake Minneola, but the two still root for each other

AL champion Rays were mainly built by wise trades and low-cost signings

The Tampa Bay Rays were built into AL champions through savvy trades, budget-friendly signings and an organizational strength in identifying, developing and maximizing talent.

How well do the Orlando Magic know new coach Sean Sweeney? We asked them.

From his hometown to the college football team he roots for on Saturdays, there’s a lot to know about new Orlando Magic coach Sean Sweeney.

Small-ball Rays and their low payroll are four wins from their first World Series title

The Rays and their low payroll and small-ball style are heading to the World Series seeking the first championship in franchise history.

Dolphins Q&A: Should Achane have been traded; Patterson couldn’t kick ball into the end zone?

This week’s Dolphins Q&A addresses whether Pro Bowl RB De’Von Achane, who is out for the season due to a knee injury, should have been traded, and the release of K Riley Patterson.

NFL says heightened security measures will be in place for the Steelers-Saints game in Paris

The NFL said security will be heightened for the game in Paris between the Steelers and Saints on Sunday after civil unrest protests engulfed the French capital last weekend.

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