Digital Spy revealed today that the Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them trilogy will be shot at Leavesden Studios in the UK. So far not much is known about the film. But here is what we do know:

• The first film, of what is believed to be a trilogy, will be released on November 18th 2016
• J.K. Rowling is writing the screenplay
• David Heyman is producing
• It is set 70 years before the events of the Harry Potter and will center around ‘magizoologist’ Newt Scamander.
• No director or cast have been announced

This morning Bloomsbury Children’s Books have sent over the brand new children’s cover for Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban as part of their new re-branding for the series. Illustrated by award-winning artist Jonny Duddle, the jacket depicts Harry’s Patronus and the Dementors. All seven new editions will be published on 1st September 2014 and will also be exclusively available in eBook format at the Pottermore Shop.

It has been all over Twitter today that the Hogwarts Express has opened for business over at Universal Orlando in Florida. And the Official Blog has announced the details of the opening. You must have a park to park ticket and CANNOT enter Diagon Alley. Book your vacation to visit Diagon Alley now!

Around 3pm today, we opened King’s Cross Station, Hogsmeade Station and everyone’s favorite scarlet steam engine to guests with Park-to-Park admission. The Hogwarts Express will be open, in limited hours, between now and the grand opening of Diagon Alley on July 8.

Just to make sure there’s no confusion, Diagon Alley itself is still not open. But starting today, there will be windows when the Hogwarts Express, along with King’s Cross Station and Hogsmeade Station, will be open for you to enjoy.

Hop on in Hogsmeade in Universal’s Islands of Adventure and step off in King’s Cross Station. Or jump on the train in London and disembark for a day in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. It’s all yours with Park-to-Park admission.

The international trailer for Daniel Radcliffe’s new film, What If, has been released and may be watched below. Also, Daniel Radcliffe and his costar Zoe Kazan are attending an advance screening of the film on July 8th. Tickets for the event may be purchased at Goldstar.

The film will be released on August 8th in the US and August 20th in the UK.

During the Diagon Alley Media & VIP Preview last week we got to participate in a bunch of Q&A sessions with cast members. Last, but not least, we’re sharing the panel featuring Bonnie Wright, Matthew Lewis, Evanna Lynch, James Phelps and Oliver Phelps.

P.S. Let’s all wish Matthew Lewis a Happy 25th Birthday today!

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Next Monday, June 30th, at 8pm, NBC will be airing Harry Potter: The Making of Diagon Alley, an exclusive special, hosted by Meredith Vierra.

In anticipation of the July 8th Grand Opening of Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park experience, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley, Meredith Vieira will host Harry Potter: The Making of Diagon Alley, an NBC News primetime special produced by Peacock Productions. Vieira gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the design and construction of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley, the latest manifestation of the multi-billion dollar cultural phenomenon of Harry Potter.

Harry Potter: The Making of Diagon Alley chronicles the remarkable four year journey leading up to the highly anticipated unveiling of the new theme park experience. Meredith Vieira details the tremendous global effort and groundbreaking technology involved in creating Diagon Alley, from the initial conception, development and construction of the biggest attractions, down to the most fascinating details of the massive operation.

The NBC News primetime special provides behind-the-scenes access and interviews with the cast of the Harry Potter films, including Bonnie Wright and James and Oliver Phelps, as well as in-depth interviews with the creative team that brought J.K. Rowling’s enchanted world to life.

Book your vacation to Diagon Alley now!