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Cause of ride closures at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Monday night revealed

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Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is back to normal operations after a power outage caused numerous ride closures Monday evening, a spokesperson told FOX Business.

The cause of the power outage is not being disclosed, but at one point on Monday evening, 18 rides were shown as closed on the My Disney Experience app. That is nearly half the attractions offered at the resort’s most-visited park, according to USA TODAY.

The high temperature reached 84 degrees in the Orlando area on Monday, data from the National Weather Service shows.

A Disney spokesperson said many people were watching fireworks later in the day when the power outage occurred. Anyone who was on a ride when it went down was safely escorted off, and the park’s after-hours event went on as planned.

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A statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse stands in a garden in front of Cinderella’s Castle at the Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World on May 31, 2024, in Orlando, Florida. (Gary Hershorn/Getty Images / Fox News)

At 10 p.m., which was listed as the park’s closing time for those without an after-hours ticket, only three rides remained shut down: Space Mountain, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and “It’s a Small World,” local FOX 35 reported.

The special ticketed event allowed guests to be in the park until 1 a.m. Tuesday.

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Guests whose visit was impacted by the power outage may reach out to Disney’s guest relations to see if any accommodations could be made. Walt Disney World’s single day, single park tickets are date based, starting at $119 a day, when purchased directly from Disney online.

On Monday, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts led a celebratory parade at Magic Kingdom the day after his team defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, FOX 35 reported.

Currently, Astro Orbiter, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and The Hall of Presidents in Magic Kingdom are closed for refurbishment.

February 11, 2025
Meal Monday or Oatmeal Monday 2025 Date in Scotland: Know Aim, History and Significance of the Traditional Holiday Observed in Universities Across the Country

Meal Monday, also known as Oatmeal Monday, is a traditional holiday observed by the ancient universities of Scotland. This annual event is celebrated on the second Monday of February every year. Meal Monday 2025 falls on Monday, February 10. The annual event of Meal Monday was a traditional observance in Scottish universities during the 17th century and was originally a designated holiday for students. Scottish university students lived in a basic accommodation facility and were required to bring their own fuel and firewood to maintain a fire. Their diet was meagre too, largely consisting of oatmeal, which they would make into porridge. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.

As most students at the time thrived on an oatmeal diet and had to bring their own provisions to university, this break allowed them to return home to restock their food supplies. This lifestyle was typical until the late 19th century. In this article, let’s know more about the Meal Monday 2025 date and the significance of the annual event in Scotland.

Meal Monday 2025 Date

Meal Monday 2025 falls on Monday, February 10.

Meal Monday History

Until 1885, these Meal Mondays would occur regularly in several universities across Scotland. The University of Edinburgh had one on the first Monday of every month. However, by 1896, Edinburgh established just one official holiday, on the second Monday in February. Meal Monday or Oatmeal Monday was widely observed in Scotland during the late 19th and 20th century, with Glasgow and Aberdeen Universities also having the academic holiday. As the students’ homes were at a distance from the city universities, an occasional long weekend was scheduled to permit them to replenish their supplies. By the beginning of the 21st century, however, the Universities no longer afforded their students an official Meal Monday holiday.

Meal Monday Significance

Meal Monday tradition highlights the simple lifestyle of Scottish students during the 17^th century, which continued the same until the 19^th century. Oatmeal was a staple food due to its affordability and nutritional value, making it an essential part of their daily meals. Over time, as university accommodations and food provisions improved, the need for Oatmeal Monday diminished, and the tradition eventually faded.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Feb 10, 2025 07:30 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

February 10, 2025
Trump to announce 25% steel, aluminum tariffs Monday

MGA Entertainment CEO Isaac Larian says Donald Trump is a ‘great’ president while expressing some concerns over tariffs on ‘The Claman Countdown.’

President Donald Trump plans to announce 25% tariffs on all aluminum and steel imports into the U.S. early this week.

Trump, who told reporters on Air Force One about his plans on Sunday afternoon, is expected to announce the new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports on Monday. Trump also plans to announce “reciprocal tariffs” – or tariffs directed at countries that impose duties on U.S. exports – on Tuesday or Wednesday.

The newest tariffs echo the 25% steel tariffs and 10% aluminum tariffs that his first administration imposed in 2018. At the time, the U.S. was the biggest importer of steel, while China was the largest exporter of steel.

Likewise, the U.S. is still one of the largest importers of aluminum, along with Germany and China.

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President Donald Trump said he will announce 25% tariffs on all aluminum and steel imports on Monday. (Chip Somodevilla/Pool/AFP via Getty Images / Getty Images)

On Feb. 1, Trump introduced the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), which includes 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% tariff on imports from China. The tariffs have received mixed reactions from consumers and negative pushback from foreign leaders, including Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.

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“We need to protect Americans, and it is my duty as President to ensure the safety of all,” Trump wrote in a Truth Social post on Feb. 1. “I made a promise on my Campaign to stop the flood of illegal aliens and drugs from pouring across our Borders, and Americans overwhelmingly voted in favor of it.”

In a White House fact sheet, officials said that the purpose of the IEEPA was to help stop “illegal immigration and stopping poisonous fentanyl and other drugs from flowing into our country.” Last week, the CEO of the largest steel producer in the U.S. endorsed the IEEPA tariffs.

In a letter obtained by Fox News Digital, Nucor Corp chair, president and CEO Leon J. Topalian wrote that he “applauds the first steps taken by President Trump in his America First Trade Agenda.”

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“We look forward to working with President Trump to enforce our trade laws and strengthen American manufacturing!” the statement added.

FOX Business’ Emma Colton contributed to this report.

February 9, 2025
Handsel Monday 2025 Date in Scotland: Know All About the Celebrations Around the First Monday of the New Year

Every year, Handsel Monday or Hansel Monday is celebrated in Scotland and parts of the United Kingdom with great fervour and enthusiasm. Handsel Monday is a traditional holiday that is marked on the first Monday of the new year. In 2025, Handsel Monday falls on January 6. The word ‘handsel’ originates from an old Saxon word, which means ‘to deliver into the hand’. The day refers to giving gifts or good-luck tokens to mark the beginning of a new year. Epiphany 2025 Date: When Is Three Kings’ Day? Know the Significance of the Day That Marks the Visit of the Magi to Infant Jesus.

Among the rural population of Scotland, Auld Hansel Monday is traditionally celebrated on the first Monday after January 12. This custom reflects a reluctance to switch from the old (Julian) style calendar to the new (Gregorian) calendar. In this article, let’s know more about the Handsel Monday 2025 date and the significance of the annual event.

Handsel Monday 2025 Date

Handsel Monday 2025 will be celebrated on Monday, January 6.

Handsel Monday Significance

Handsel Monday is a traditional occasion that encourages people to express gratitude and gift the ones that really make our lives easier! The day is all about people exchanging small tokens and best wishes on the occasion of New Year. An 1825 glossary marks Handsel Monday as an occasion when it is customary to make children and servants a present.

Earlier, tips for small gifts were expected from servants, as well as by the postman, the deliverers of newspapers, scavengers, and all persons who work for us. Although less commonly celebrated today, Handsel Monday aims to encourage people to take up acts of kindness or symbolic gestures during the New Year.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 05, 2025 08:04 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

January 5, 2025