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Day in Fandom History: March 11…
Owen and Paige attempt to redecorate the castle into everything they dreamed of - if they get the approval first, as Molly and Cole get music lessons from Elwood, with Birdie being jealous over not being picked as their instructor. “Castle Sweet Castle” premiered on this day, 4 Years Ago.
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Vote 2026: The polls have closed in the first match of the Group D stages in the 2026 Battle of the Week Voting Tournament, and when all the votes are counted, for the first time since 2022, the defending champion will lose the opening match of the new season after winning the previous season just a few months ago. The challenger, Cole Tillerman (Central Park), will win via upset against the 2x incumbent champion Moon Tobin (The Great North) with the final score, a close one, 41-40. And for Central Park, it’s their first win over one of their sister shows since participating in the voting tournament back in 2021.
Cole Tillerman is the winner of the first match of the Group D stages of the 2026 season, defeating Moon Tobin 41-40, with Moon going into the bye in April before his next match in May against SpongeBob. An uphill climb for the defending champion with a loss. And for Cole, he is ready to expand his column as his next match comes in a few weeks from now in late April as he goes takes on Gumball Watterson.
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It’s been almost a year and yet I still feel the exact same, I still feel confused and unsure with myself. But I have to figure it out, if not for myself then for those who I care for.
𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴:
Eyes of the World featuring Sky Ferreira - Charlie xcx
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The recent bear market seems to be melting away, but we’re not out of the woods yet.
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You might be interested in watching this episode of 48 Hours.
The Preppy Killer — Robert Chambers
Enjoy!
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Match 1 of Group D Stages in the 2026 Battle of the Week Voting Tournament
Vote 2026: Let the race begin. The 2026 Battle of the Week Voting Tournament is finally here. Season 14 of the voting tournament begins Group D for the second consecutive year and it’s the back-to-back defending champions and three-time voting tournament champion The Great North, you remember The Great North, when it was cancelled back in October that led to dominating the cartoon community and the voting tournament all the way to creating a dynasty, they kick off the new season of the voting tournament.
The 2x incumbent champion, Moon Tobin (The Great North), already broke records last year by making The Great North the first series to retain the nomination as the defending champion and becoming the first to repeat as champion, aiming to reach even further in the history books, a quest to three-peat, as he takes on Cole Tillerman (Central Park) in a rematch of last year’s semifinals, which was also the opening match last year. Who will win? You decide! Vote today!
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National Tell a Fairy Tale Day
Gather round the fire, and make yourselves comfortable… Tell A Fairy Tale Day is all about exploring myths and stories, old and new. From grim(m) tales to urban legends, tap the dark corners of your subconscious and see what you find…
History of Tell A Fairy Tale Day
The sharing of magical, otherworldly stories is a tale as old as time. While the term ‘fairy tale’ was coined in 1697 by Madame d’Aulnoy (conte de fées in her native French), it’s likely that some fairy tales originated as early as the bronze age over 6,000 years ago. And for most of history, fairy tales have been passed on not in written form but via the oral tradition, with each generation telling and dramatizing stories to the next.
The fairy tale’s ancient roots can be traced all over the world, from Vikram-Betaal in India and Aesop’s Fables in Ancient Greece to Arabian Nights in the Middle East. It was during the late 17th to 19th centuries that fairy tale collectors emerged, most famously Charles Perrault and the Brothers Grimm. While the Brothers Grimm aimed to preserve folktales in their pure form, documenting them in the way they were told by rural peasants unable to read or write, Perrault and others reworked fairy tales for literary and artistic effect, with some writers such as Hans Christian Andersen dreaming up their own new stories.
As the fairy tale’s history emerges into the modern day, it’s clear that the genre is still as popular as ever – look no further than the success of Disney movies to see how these stories continue to capture our hearts and imaginations. In fact, the famous Disney castle is inspired by Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany, built by none other than the Märchenkönig (fairy-tale king), Ludwig II of Bavaria, himself. Perched on a rocky hill and with horse-drawn carriage rides up to the front door, Neuschwanstein and its elaborate interior abound in myths and legends – the castle is even home to an artificial grotto!
By celebrating Tell A Fairy Tale Day, you’ll be continuing the magical tradition that has ensured fairy tales are still very much part of our lives to this day.
How fairy tales change over time
Perhaps one of the most interesting aspects of fairy tales is how they change over time. Simple plot structures, motifs and archetypal characters recurring across many cultures make these stories rife for adaptation and reinterpretation.
Although nowadays we usually associate fairy tales with children’s literature, you may be surprised to learn that many of today’s beloved stories have rather dark and disturbing origins. Imagine a world in which no woodcutter comes to save Little Red Riding Hood from the wolf’s belly, or in which one of the ugly stepsisters cuts off her own toes so that her foot fits in the slipper! From the 18th century onwards, many fairy tales were toned down and reworked so that they were more suitable for children.
These stories and the genre itself have also been adapted and reinvented for different time periods and cultures. Alongside original modern-day fairy tales, there are also various retellings, for example in urban settings or different countries. One particularly common type of retelling comes from women writers. Authors such as Angela Carter and Margaret Atwood have taken what are often seen as outdated tropes about women and reinvented them – the damsel in distress becomes the plucky heroine, and the trapped bride leaves her ogre husband for her happily ever after.
Why fairy tales are important
As it is often claimed Albert Einstein once said, “If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales.” We might not expect such high praise for fairy tales from a world-famous theoretical physicist, but Einstein recognized the importance of the imagination. Fairy tales are incredibly valuable for both children and adults when it comes to learning about the world in which we live and developing our capacity for creativity. Fairy tales have also been considered fertile ground by psychoanalysts. With their twists and turns, age-old themes and familiar characters, our favorite stories may reveal not only the workings of our personal subconscious but also the fundamental elements of our collective psyche.
How to celebrate Tell A Fairy Tale Day
It should be clear by now that, when it comes to celebrating Tell A Fairy Tale Day, you really can let your imagination run wild! And while it’s a day that kids will love, it’s also a great occasion for adults too.
Gather your friends and family and take it in turns to share your favorite stories with one another. Time to brush up on your acting skills, as the more dramatic enactments the better – whether you’re good at impersonating a wicked witch or excel at acting out the characters’ quest through the enchanted forest, you’ll want to really make the tale come to life for your audience. And why not sit around a bonfire toasting marshmallows or string up some fairy lights in your living room to add to the atmosphere?
Alongside sharing the stories we know and love, fairy tales are the perfect genre for getting creative and honing your writing skills. Take a well-known story and tweak it to fit a different time or setting, or have a crack at inventing your own. It may well start with ‘Once upon a time’, but it’s completely up to you whether there’s a ‘Happily ever after’! Many libraries and literary organizations will also share stories and creative resources and even hold events to help mark the occasion.
If writing’s not your thing, then there are plenty of films and programs based on fairy tales for you to enjoy. Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Cinderella and The Little Mermaid are just some examples of the media giant’s adaptations, while movies and TV series such as Into the Woods and Tell Me a Story interweave and retell various classic fairy tales for new audiences.
And if you feel like going all out, why not host a fairy tale themed party? Encourage your guests to come in fancy dress, put on an enchanted feast of yummy snacks such as gingerbread houses and toadstool cupcakes, and throw some legendary party games like hunt the pea and castle building.
However you choose to celebrate Tell A Fairy Tale Day, it’s sure to be a magical occasion!
