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The order aims to enhance America's national parks by increasing fees for nonresidents, using the revenue to improve infrastructure and services, encouraging international tourism, and reviewing access rules to promote recreation for U.S. residents, all while revoking previous diversity-focused policies.
Disney is changing its policies for visitors with disabilities at its theme parks, aiming to restrict eligibility for the disability access service known as DAS due to widespread misuse. The updates, effective in May and June, will limit the program to a small percentage of guests with developmental disabilities who are unable to wait in conventional queues. The changes have sparked uncertainty and concern among fans, with some fearing that they may no longer qualify for the service. Disney is also adding options for people who might have difficulty with lines, including a "return to queue" process, and will have more workers available to help direct guests to the options they need.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City plans to transform a large store off its Great Hall into an 11,500-square-foot gallery for its Costume Institute exhibitions. The museum also intends to convert an entrance underneath the main staircase into a retail space and restaurant that will be open to the public even when the museum is closed. The renovation aims to modernize the visitor experience and address overcrowding during popular exhibitions. The project, called the "Great Hall Gallery Project," is estimated to cost over $50 million and will be led by Anna Wintour, editor of Vogue. The renovation is expected to be completed by 2026 in two phases.
The Nevada Gaming Control Board declined to comment on the cyber attack affecting various MGM Resorts International properties, directing inquiries to the company itself. Governor Joe Lombardo's office stated that they are monitoring the situation and in communication with both MGM executives and law enforcement agencies. The attack has caused disruptions, with slot machines out of service and some guests encountering issues such as occupied hotel rooms. A group called Black Cat has claimed responsibility for the attack, attributing it to a 10-minute phone call. Visitors express concerns about the extent of the breach.