Astrodome spared? Group suggests overhaul, reuse - CBS News

Astrodome spared? Group suggests overhaul, reuse
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An 18-story building can stand underneath its translucent roof and Walt Disney, according to local legend, was so blown away when he stood inside that he dubbed it the Eighth Wonder of the World. Presley, Muhammad Ali, Evel Kneivel and the Rolling ...

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Taking a Trip on Star Tours - USA TODAY (blog)

Taking a Trip on Star Tours
USA TODAY (blog)
The always entertaining Imagineering Senior Show Writer Jason Surrell shared an amusing story with the audience at the D23 Destination D event in May 2011 at Walt Disney World. One of the destinations that Imagineers wanted guests to visit in the ...

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COMMON Finds Its Happy Spot With IBM i And Disneyland - IT Jungle

COMMON Finds Its Happy Spot With IBM i And Disneyland
IT Jungle
And while attendees did hear from the new IBM executive in charge of their platform, Power Systems general manager Colin Parris, and did hear an informative keynote delivered by Walt Disney Institute executive Bruce Kimbrell, there was a certain spice ...

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Walt Disney World reveals New Fantasyland dates, closer look at Princess Fairy ... - Inside the Magic


Inside the Magic
Walt Disney World reveals New Fantasyland dates, closer look at Princess Fairy ...
Inside the Magic
... What's Next” presentation, Walt Disney World offered additional details and dates for the New Fantasyland expansion currently under construction at the Magic Kingdom. New artwork and construction photos were shared as well as a timeline for a few ...

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Avengers to Officially Reassemble, Surprising No One; Marvel Stuff in Disney ... - The Mary Sue


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Avengers to Officially Reassemble, Surprising No One; Marvel Stuff in Disney ...
The Mary Sue
The LA Times took it upon themselves to talk to Robert A. Iger, Walt Disney Co. Chairman and CEO, who confirmed that the company was already in development on an Avengers 2. Iron Man 3, Thor 2, and Captain America 2, as you might already know are fully ...

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Will Astrodome endure? Consultants suggest new use for Houston icon - Dallas Morning News (subscription)


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Will Astrodome endure? Consultants suggest new use for Houston icon
Dallas Morning News (subscription)
An 18-story building can stand underneath its translucent roof and Walt Disney, according to local legend, was so blown away when he stood inside that he dubbed it the Eighth Wonder of the World. Presley, Muhammad Ali, Evel Kneivel and the Rolling ...

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Tour De Force: Star Tours—The Adventures Continue - Live Design


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Tour De Force: Star Tours—The Adventures Continue
Live Design
Having opened at Walt Disney World two years later, both attractions closed in 2010 for a major renovation, resuming flight last spring. Now called Star Tours—The Adventures Continue, this new version features an expanded itinerary and storylines, ...

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