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Russian fun park launches ‘Oreshnik’ ride

People enjoy the \"Oreshnik\" ride, named after a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile, at an amusement park in Saint Petersburg, Russia June 5, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer
People enjoy the \"Oreshnik\" ride, named after a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile, at an amusement park in Saint Petersburg, Russia June 5, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer

Tokyo Disney Resort to end free priority pass service on Aug 31

The service was introduced in 2023 as part of the resort’s 40th anniversary programme.
The service was introduced in 2023 as part of the resort’s 40th anniversary programme.

Private car drivers to pay RM5 road charge to enter Genting Highlands, starting May 28

Vehicles entering Jalan Genting Highlands will be charged a toll fee at two main entry points from May 28.
Vehicles entering Jalan Genting Highlands will be charged a toll fee at two main entry points from May 28.

Sanrio steps into the spotlight at Universal Studios Singapore with new boutique and cafe

Visitors take photos with Hello Kitty during a meet-and-greet at the Superstar Boutique, and visitors queuing for food at the Hello Kitty themed Superstar Cafe.
Visitors take photos with Hello Kitty during a meet-and-greet at the Superstar Boutique, and visitors queuing for food at the Hello Kitty themed Superstar Cafe.

Disney is cutting 1,000 jobs in first layoffs under new CEO

Hollywood workers have suffered through downsizing at every major studio in recent years as the movie industry struggles to bounce back to pre-pandemic levels.
Hollywood workers have suffered through downsizing at every major studio in recent years as the movie industry struggles to bounce back to pre-pandemic levels.

Disney plans to cut 1,000 jobs, WSJ reports 

Many of the layoffs will be made in Dsiney's marketing department, the report said.
Many of the layoffs will be made in Dsiney's marketing department, the report said.

Video game Minecraft to come to life with UK theme park in 2027

New theme park Minecraft World is set to open in Britain in 2027.
New theme park Minecraft World is set to open in Britain in 2027.

Physical star Amotti to lead sunrise charity dog walk at Universal Studios Singapore on April 5

South Korean fitness celebrity Amotti will host the 1km charity walk, which runs from 7 to 8.30am on April 5 at Universal Studios Singapore.
South Korean fitness celebrity Amotti will host the 1km charity walk, which runs from 7 to 8.30am on April 5 at Universal Studios Singapore.

More Singaporeans book theme park holidays as Asia becomes global capital

In 2024, Hong Kong Disneyland achieved a record-breaking year, with an all-time high of 7.7 million visitors.
In 2024, Hong Kong Disneyland achieved a record-breaking year, with an all-time high of 7.7 million visitors.

Pokemon outdoor theme park opens in Tokyo

Pokemon characters attend the opening ceremony of PokePark Kanto in Inagi City, Tokyo on Feb 5.
Pokemon characters attend the opening ceremony of PokePark Kanto in Inagi City, Tokyo on Feb 5.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.