Amusement and theme parks
United States' Christopher Plys, throws a stone, during their mixed doubles curling match against Australia, at the 2022 Winter Olympics, Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022, in Beijing. (AP Photo/Nariman El-Mofty)
EXPLAINER: Water Cube where Phelps ruled turns into Ice Cube

By Bernie Wilson Feb. 03, 2022 02:08 AM EST

Brittany Charboneau, from Denver, breaks the tape as she crosses the finish line at the Walt Disney World marathon in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022. The 33-year-old aspiring Olympian set a Walt Disney World marathon weekend record, sweeping all four races in consecutive days. (Gregg Newton/Walt Disney World via AP)
Aspiring Olympian sweeps 4 Disney races in "Dopey Challenge"

Jan. 10, 2022 09:48 AM EST

FILE - In this June 15, 2021 file photo California Governor Gavin Newsom gestures after a news conference at Universal Studios in Universal City, Calif. On Thursday, June 17, 2021, Newsom released his first ads in the recall campaign against him, with one highlighting recent positive news including cash payments to Californians. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu, File)
Cash payments take center stage in Newsom's 1st recall ad

By Kathleen Ronayne Jun. 17, 2021 07:31 PM EDT

Visitors queue to enter Disneyland Paris in Marne-la-Vallée, east of Paris, Thursday, June 17, 2021. France's tourism sector takes a further step toward post-pandemic recovery with the reopening of Disneyland Paris, two weeks after the country formally welcomed back vaccinated foreign visitors. (AP Photo/Catherine Gaschka)
French tourism seeks new boost with Disneyland reopening

By Sylvie Corbet And Catherine Gaschka Jun. 17, 2021 08:28 AM EDT

California Gov. Gavin Newsom welcomes the public to Six Flags Magic Mountain in Santa Clarita, Calif. Wednesday, June 16, 2021. At left, is Michael Spanos, President of Six Flags, at right is LA county supervisor Kathryn Barger. Newsom continued his tour of the state after lifting most COVID-19 restrictions Tuesday. (David Crane/The Orange County Register via AP)
In California, get a vaccination, ride a roller coaster

By Don Thompson Jun. 16, 2021 05:57 PM EDT

Guests walk past Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Monday, May 17, 2021, after Disney Co. eased face mask requirements over the weekend. Guests are allowed to go maskless in outdoor areas of the parks. Indoor attractions, shops and Disney transportation at the resort all still require masks. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel via AP)
Fireworks return to Disney parks in latest lifting of rules

Jun. 15, 2021 07:06 PM EDT

Senate President Ty Masterson, R-Andover, presides over a session of the Senate at the Statehouse on May 5, 2021, in Topeka, Kan. Top Republicans on Tuesday, June 15 ended Kansas' state of emergency for the coronavirus pandemic, refusing to consider Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly's arguments that it is still necessary for vaccinations and some testing for COVID-19. Masterson announced the cancellation of a meeting of eight legislative leaders set for Tuesday afternoon. (AP Photo/John Hanna)
The Latest: Disney plans to restart fireworks shows at parks

By The Associated Press Jun. 15, 2021 04:05 AM EDT

Young guests enjoy seeing Winnie The Pooh, and Tigger too, at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Monday, May 17, 2021, after Disney Co. eased face mask requirements over the weekend. Guests are allowed to go maskless in outdoor areas of the parks. Indoor attractions, shops and Disney transportation at the resort all still require masks. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel via AP)
Vaccinated visitors soon can take off masks at Disney World

Jun. 14, 2021 08:38 AM EDT

A woman wearing a protective mask to help curb the spread of the coronavirus rides a bicycle in the rain Monday, June 14, 2021, in Tokyo. Japan is desperately pushing to accelerate the pace of inoculations before the Tokyo Olympics. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)
The Latest: Vaccinated Hawaiian positive for delta variant

By The Associated Press Jun. 14, 2021 02:30 AM EDT

Guests try out the new Jurasic World VelociCoaster during a media preview at Universal Studios theme park Wednesday, June 9, 2021, in Orlando, Fla. The roller coaster will open to the public Thursday. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Raptors, twists and drops on Universal's new Jurassic ride

Jun. 09, 2021 05:42 PM EDT

Massachusetts Roman Catholics called back to Mass

Jun. 09, 2021 02:45 PM EDT
BOSTON (AP) — Roman Catholics across Massachusetts are being called back to Sunday Mass. Cardinal Sean O'Malley of the Archdiocese of...

A Doctor Strange character performs during the "Doctor Strange: Mysteries of the Mystic Arts" show at the Avengers Campus media preview at Disney's California Adventure Park on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
After pandemic pause, Avengers swing, soar into Disneyland

By Andrew Dalton Jun. 02, 2021 11:02 PM EDT

This image provided by Frontgate shows floating mats. "Frontgate's got a full-size reclinable pool chaise kitted out with drink holders". (Frontgate via AP)
Right at Home: Splashy water toys for patio, pool, yard

By Kim Cook Jun. 02, 2021 07:55 AM EDT

A couple enjoys the beach while sitting on a sandbar, Wednesday, May 26, 2021, in Miami Beach, Fla. The nation's tourist destinations are facing a severe worker shortage just as they try to rebound from a year lost to the coronavirus pandemic. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)
Summer travel forecast calls for longer waits, fewer choices

By John Seewer May. 27, 2021 11:47 AM EDT

Minnesota to give away prizes to people who get vaccinated

May. 26, 2021 07:09 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says the state plans to offer up swag in an attempt to get more people vaccinated for the coronavirus. ...

A child wearing a face mask to help curb the spread of the coronavirus holds a dinosaur shaped balloon walks at a public park in Beijing, Sunday, May 16, 2021. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
The Latest: Fauci says pandemic highlights racism's impact

By The Associated Press May. 16, 2021 05:45 AM EDT

FILE - IN this Dec. 21, 2020 file photo, A family walks past Cinderella Castle in the Magic Kingdom, at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Florida's major theme parks are adjusting their face mask policies after the federal government loosened its recommendations as more people get vaccinated for the coronavirus. Visitors to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios-Orlando were allowed Saturday, May 15, 2021 to remove their masks when they are outdoors except when they are on attractions, in line or riding a tram or other transportation.(Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel via AP, File)
Florida's amusement parks loosen pandemic mask requirements

May. 15, 2021 03:57 PM EDT

Vermont speeds up reopening, NH Fisher Cats update mask rule

By The Associated Press May. 15, 2021 12:55 PM EDT
Coronavirus developments across New England: CONNECTICUT Yale University is requiring its faculty and staff to get...

FILE - In this Nov. 12, 2015, file photo, Mt. Everest is seen from the way to Kalapatthar in Nepal. China will draw a “separation line” atop Mount Everest to prevent the coronavirus from being spread by climbers ascending Nepal's side of the mountain, Chinese state media reported Monday. (AP Photo/Tashi Sherpa, File)
The Latest: Florida's amusement parks loosen mask wearing

By The Associated Press May. 15, 2021 01:26 AM EDT

FILE - In this file photo dated Wednesday, March 17, 2021, Dutch caretaker Prime Minster Mark Rutte answers questions after casting his vote in a general election in The Hague. Dutch zoos and theme parks will be allowed to re-open next week under strict conditions and bars and cafes can extend the opening hours of their outdoor terraces, if coronavirus infections and hospital admissions continue to fall, caretaker Prime Minister Mark Rutte announced Tuesday, May 11, 2021. (AP Photo/Peter Dejong, file)
Dutch move toward further easing of coronavirus lockdown

By Mike Corder May. 11, 2021 02:40 PM EDT