Walt Disney World
Coverage of Walt Disney World in the Nexus archive.
- Disney World guest, 54, died on iconic ride after suffering heart emergency, new report reveals
A 54-year-old Walt Disney World guest died after suffering a cardiac arrest on one of the park's most popular attractions, according to a new report. The incident occurred three months ago during a ride experience.
- Feds order a Florida power plant to keep burning dirty coal
The U.S. Department of Energy ordered the Orlando Utilities Commission to keep its 39-year-old Stanton Energy Center coal plant operational for 90 days, citing an energy emergency linked to potential data centers. The Sierra Club criticized the decision as federal overreach, and Orlando's air quality was listed as 'poor' on June 5.
- Beloved theme park to close for good, ending nearly 50 years of family memories
Wild Waves Theme Park in Federal Way, Washington, will permanently close by November 2026 due to financial losses post-COVID-19. The park, open since 1977, faces public mourning and calls for salvation, with Premier Parks citing operational costs as the reason for closure. Other U.S. theme parks are also revamping or closing longtime attractions.