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Disney On Ice presents ‘Frozen & Encanto’ skating back into Houston this weekend
Read full article: Disney On Ice presents ‘Frozen & Encanto’ skating back into Houston this weekendDisney On Ice invites families to step inside the magical adventures of Frozen and Encanto as they come to life like never before!
'Scandal' cast will reunite for online script reading for hurricane relief in western North Carolina
Read full article: 'Scandal' cast will reunite for online script reading for hurricane relief in western North CarolinaThe cast of ABC’s hit show “Scandal” will reunite Nov. 17 for a live, virtual script reading to raise money for the western North Carolina area that was ravaged by Hurricane Helene.
This fall, Hollywood tries to balance box office with the ballot box
Read full article: This fall, Hollywood tries to balance box office with the ballot boxThis fall, Hollywood will be trying — with everything from swaggering historical epics like “Gladiator II” to the high-seas adventure of “Moana 2” — to capture the nation’s attention at a time when much of it will be directed at the polls.
TikTok creator who popularized ‘very demure’ trend didn’t trademark her catchphrase
Read full article: TikTok creator who popularized ‘very demure’ trend didn’t trademark her catchphraseTikTok sensation Jools Lebron, with 2 million followers, has sparked a frenzy with her viral "very demure" trend. Despite her popularity, two others have filed for trademarks of the phrase before she could. Over 173,000 TikTok posts have embraced the term in the past week, with brands and celebrities joining the craze. Discover more about this surprising legal twist and its impact on social media trends.
Wrongful death suit against Disney serves as a warning to consumers when clicking 'I agree'
Read full article: Wrongful death suit against Disney serves as a warning to consumers when clicking 'I agree'A wrongful death lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is serving as a reminder to consumers the importance of reading the fine print when signing up for a streaming service or smartphone app.
Disney thrills fans at D23 with 'Incredibles 3' announcement, footage from 'Moana 2'
Read full article: Disney thrills fans at D23 with 'Incredibles 3' announcement, footage from 'Moana 2'Disney used its D23 fan convention to tease upcoming movies and television series including “Moana 2,” “Incredibles 3” and the live-action “Snow White” in a rousing showcase Friday featuring sneak peaks, live performances and surprise appearances from actors.
Disney reaches tentative agreement with California theme park workers
Read full article: Disney reaches tentative agreement with California theme park workersDisney has reached a tentative agreement with four unions representing thousands of workers at its California theme parks including ride operators, candy makers and parking attendants.
Attraction starring Disney's first Black princess replaces ride based on film many viewed as racist
Read full article: Attraction starring Disney's first Black princess replaces ride based on film many viewed as racistA new attraction starring the first Black Disney princess is opening at the company's theme parks in Florida and California.
Disney set to invest up to $17B in Florida parks now that fight with DeSantis appointees has ended
Read full article: Disney set to invest up to $17B in Florida parks now that fight with DeSantis appointees has endedMonths after Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointees agreed to end their legal fight, the two sides are set to approve an agreement that could result in the company investing up to $17 billion into its Florida resort.
Disney receives key approval to expand Southern California theme parks
Read full article: Disney receives key approval to expand Southern California theme parksDisney has received a key approval to expand its Southern California theme parks in its first push to make major changes to its iconic Disneyland in decades.
California Disney characters are unionizing decades after Florida peers. Hollywood plays a role
Read full article: California Disney characters are unionizing decades after Florida peers. Hollywood plays a roleThe character performers at Disneyland in California have said they filed a petition for union recognition.
Southern California city council gives a key approval for Disneyland expansion plan
Read full article: Southern California city council gives a key approval for Disneyland expansion planDisney has received a key approval to expand its theme park offerings in California as it seeks to build new, immersive lands for visitors.
Disney allowed to pause its federal lawsuit against Florida governor as part of settlement deal
Read full article: Disney allowed to pause its federal lawsuit against Florida governor as part of settlement dealAn appellate court has granted Disney’s request for a two-month pause in its federal lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his appointees to Walt Disney World’s governing district.
Settlement reached in lawsuit between Disney and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' allies
Read full article: Settlement reached in lawsuit between Disney and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' alliesAllies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney have reached a settlement agreement in a state court fight over how Walt Disney World is developed in the future following the takeover of the theme park resort’s government by the Florida governor.
Disney appeals dismissal of free speech lawsuit as DeSantis says company should 'move on'
Read full article: Disney appeals dismissal of free speech lawsuit as DeSantis says company should 'move on'Disney is appealing a federal judge’s dismissal of its free speech lawsuit over Gov. Ron DeSantis’ takeover of Walt Disney World’s governing district.
Disney asks for delay in DeSantis appointees' lawsuit, as worker describes a distracted district
Read full article: Disney asks for delay in DeSantis appointees' lawsuit, as worker describes a distracted districtDisney has requested a second court delay in its legal battle with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointees over who controls Walt Disney World’s governing district.
DeSantis attorneys ask federal judge to dismiss Disney's free speech lawsuit
Read full article: DeSantis attorneys ask federal judge to dismiss Disney's free speech lawsuitAttorneys for Gov. Ron DeSantis are asking a federal judge to dismiss a free speech lawsuit filed by Disney after the Florida governor took over Walt Disney World’s governing district in retaliation for the company opposing the state’s so-called don’t say gay law.
DeSantis appointees accuse Disney district predecessors of cronyism; Disney calls them revisionist
Read full article: DeSantis appointees accuse Disney district predecessors of cronyism; Disney calls them revisionistGov_ Ron DeSantis’ appointees to Walt Disney World’s governing district have released a series of reports justifying their takeover of the government and accusing their Disney-controlled predecessors of being a part of “the most egregious exhibition of corporate cronyism in modern American history.”.
Disneyland's $60 billion expansion means parks in Hong Kong and Shanghai are only getting bigger
Read full article: Disneyland's $60 billion expansion means parks in Hong Kong and Shanghai are only getting biggerHong Kong Disneyland has opened its first Frozen-themed attraction, with thousands of eager visitors turning up to experience the new rides.
DeSantis appointees seek Disney communications about governor, laws in fight over district
Read full article: DeSantis appointees seek Disney communications about governor, laws in fight over districtAppointees of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are seeking communications between Disney and local media, as well as documents related to the company’s position on Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” law.
Morale down, cronyism up after DeSantis takeover of Disney World government, ex-employees say
Read full article: Morale down, cronyism up after DeSantis takeover of Disney World government, ex-employees saySince allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis took over Walt Disney World’s government earlier this year, morale has deteriorated, the governing district has been politicized and cronyism permeates the organization.
FREE ‘Little Mermaid’ ‘Super Mario Bros. Movie,’ ‘Cinderella’: Costume fun encouraged at these fall Houston movie events
Read full article: FREE ‘Little Mermaid’ ‘Super Mario Bros. Movie,’ ‘Cinderella’: Costume fun encouraged at these fall Houston movie eventsDiscovery Green has announced its Screen on the Green fall schedule for its free movie events.
Disney World workers criticize DeSantis appointees' decision to eliminate free passes
Read full article: Disney World workers criticize DeSantis appointees' decision to eliminate free passesEmployees of Walt Disney World’s governing district are criticizing new board members appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis for a decision to eliminate free passes and discounts to the theme park resort for 400 of its district workers.
Florida ethics commission chair can't work simultaneously for Disney World governing district
Read full article: Florida ethics commission chair can't work simultaneously for Disney World governing districtThe new administrator of Walt Disney World’s governing district can’t continue to work in his new job and be chair of Florida’s ethics commission at the same time.
DeSantis' appointees ask judge to rule against Disney without need for trial
Read full article: DeSantis' appointees ask judge to rule against Disney without need for trialGov. Ron DeSantis’ appointees to a board that oversees Walt Disney World say a Florida judge should rule without trial against Disney as the company fights Gov. Ron DeSantis’ takeover of the governing district.
DeSantis appointees reach deal with Disney World's firefighters, capping years of negotiations
Read full article: DeSantis appointees reach deal with Disney World's firefighters, capping years of negotiationsThe board of Walt Disney World’s governing district now filled with Gov. Ron DeSantis appointees has approved a contract for its firefighters, ending years of contentious negotiations.
‘Mission: Impossible’ debuts with $80M over five days, igniting box office but missing expectations
Read full article: ‘Mission: Impossible’ debuts with $80M over five days, igniting box office but missing expectationsAfter a globe-trotting publicity blitz by star Tom Cruise, “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” launched with a franchise-best $80 million over five days, though it came in shy of industry expectations with a $56.2 million haul over the three-day weekend.
DeSantis proposes Disney trial schedule that puts start date in 2025, after elections
Read full article: DeSantis proposes Disney trial schedule that puts start date in 2025, after electionsAttorneys for Gov. Ron DeSantis have asked that a trial involving Disney be postponed until the middle of 2025, well after the GOP presidential nomination race wraps up and voters have picked a winner in the November 2024 general election.
With all the politics and maneuvering, how is life in Florida changing for its residents?
Read full article: With all the politics and maneuvering, how is life in Florida changing for its residents?For many of those who live in Florida, recent months have brought some changes — many linked to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Florida Gov. DeSantis says Disney lawsuit is political
Read full article: Florida Gov. DeSantis says Disney lawsuit is politicalFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis is brushing off Disney's lawsuit against him as politically motivated and saying it's time for the iconic company to stop getting favorable treatment in his state.
Disney sues Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over control of self-governing district
Read full article: Disney sues Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over control of self-governing districtThe entertainment giant alleges that DeSantis "orchestrated" a retaliation campaign as "punishment for Disney’s protected speech."
Fox's settlement with Dominion unlikely to cost it $787.5M
Read full article: Fox's settlement with Dominion unlikely to cost it $787.5MFox Corp.’s $787.5 million settlement with Dominion Voting Systems over defamation charges is eye-popping, but the ultimate cost to the media company is likely to be much lower.
Disney’s EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival returns this July
Read full article: Disney’s EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival returns this JulyPack your bags and get your plane tickets, Houston. The annual EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival is back at Walt Disney World this July!
Disney’s casting of ‘Lilo & Stitch’ character prompts colorism debate
Read full article: Disney’s casting of ‘Lilo & Stitch’ character prompts colorism debateFollowing news that “Lilo & Stitch” will be the latest Disney classic to get the live-action treatment, fans of the 2002 animated movie were abuzz with predictions and desires for who would take on the iconic Native Hawaiian roles. Many were left disappointed Friday when Disney announced the casting of a biracial, light-skinned actor in the role of Nani, Lilo’s older sister, who in the original movie was drawn with darker skin, black hair and ethnic features.
Disney On Ice skates into Houston this weekend with ‘Frozen,’ ‘Encanto,’ and more favorites
Read full article: Disney On Ice skates into Houston this weekend with ‘Frozen,’ ‘Encanto,’ and more favorites'Disney On Ice' in back in Houston this weekend, and is all set to transport fans into two of the most popular Disney films – Frozen and Encanto.
Disney-DeSantis war of words heats up at annual meeting
Read full article: Disney-DeSantis war of words heats up at annual meetingDisney CEO Bob Iger on Monday said any retaliatory actions by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Republican-controlled Florida Legislature against the company that threaten jobs or expansion at its Florida resort is not only “anti-business.
DeSantis' board says Disney stripped them of power
Read full article: DeSantis' board says Disney stripped them of powerBoard members picked by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to oversee the governance of Walt Disney World say their Disney-controlled predecessors pulled a fast one on them by passing restrictive covenants that strip the new board of many of its powers.
Disney World reaches union deal with minimum $18 hourly wage
Read full article: Disney World reaches union deal with minimum $18 hourly wageUnions for service workers at Walt Disney World have reached a tentative deal with the company that would raise the starting minimum wage from $15 to $18 an hour.
‘The Little Mermaid’ full trailer revealed during the Oscars: All the things we love about it, from Halle Bailey’s singing to Melissa McCarthy’s Ursula
Read full article: ‘The Little Mermaid’ full trailer revealed during the Oscars: All the things we love about it, from Halle Bailey’s singing to Melissa McCarthy’s UrsulaThe trailer for the live-action adaptation of "The Little Mermaid" made its debut at the Oscars on Sunday night and there's so much to love.
DeSantis' new Disney World board hints at future controversy
Read full article: DeSantis' new Disney World board hints at future controversyThe first meeting of the new board of Walt Disney World’s government — overhauled by sweeping legislation signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis as an apparent punishment for Disney publicly challenging Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill — dealt with the rote affairs any other municipal government handles.
DeSantis takes over Disney district, punishing company
Read full article: DeSantis takes over Disney district, punishing companyFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that gives him control of Walt Disney World’s self-governing district, punishing the company over its opposition to the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” law.
Disney faces losing control of its kingdom with Florida bill
Read full article: Disney faces losing control of its kingdom with Florida billDisney’s government in Florida has been the envy of any private business, with its unprecedented powers in deciding what to build and how to build it at Walt Disney World.
Disney World unions vote down offer covering 45,000 workers
Read full article: Disney World unions vote down offer covering 45,000 workersUnion members voted down a contract proposal covering tens of thousands of Walt Disney World service workers, saying it didn’t go far enough toward helping employees face cost-of-living hikes in housing and other expenses in central Florida.
Disney On Ice presents ‘Into The Magic’ skating into Houston’s NRG Stadium this weekend
Read full article: Disney On Ice presents ‘Into The Magic’ skating into Houston’s NRG Stadium this weekendWe’re getting a preview of Disney On Ice, including which characters fans can catch at the Houston shows this weekend.
Tune in go behind the scenes of Disney on Ice in Houston
Read full article: Tune in go behind the scenes of Disney on Ice in HoustonWednesday at 1:00 p.m. on Houston Life, we’re celebrating Disney on Ice. We’re live on the rink with the cast. Get ready to go behind the scenes and Into the Magic, Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.
Hilary Swank talks filming new series while expecting twins
Read full article: Hilary Swank talks filming new series while expecting twinsHilary Swank has announced she’s pregnant with twins and says that revelation might explain some of her wardrobe alterations and other actions on set of her new ABC series “Alaska Daily."
‘Hocus Pocus 2′ debuts next week and we are so excited
Read full article: ‘Hocus Pocus 2′ debuts next week and we are so excitedEvery millennial’s favorite Halloween movie, “Hocus Pocus,” is finally getting a sequel with Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy all reprising their roles as the iconic Sanderson sisters.
Disney raises streaming prices after services post a big operating loss
Read full article: Disney raises streaming prices after services post a big operating lossDisney unveiled a new pricing structure that incorporates an advertising-supported Disney+ as part of an effort to make its streaming business profitable.
More inclusive titles for workers at Disney dress-up shops
Read full article: More inclusive titles for workers at Disney dress-up shopsWhen Disney reopens its Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique shops at resorts in Florida and California next month, the workers who help children dress up as their favorite animated characters will have new, more gender inclusive titles.
‘Splash Mountain’ no more: Disney unveils reimagining of popular ride based off ‘The Princess and the Frog’
Read full article: ‘Splash Mountain’ no more: Disney unveils reimagining of popular ride based off ‘The Princess and the Frog’Imagineers at Disney unveiled new details about the redesign of their popular Splash Mountain ride at both Disneyland in California and Walt Disney World in Florida.
Malaysia: Disney refused to cut gay scenes in 'Lightyear'
Read full article: Malaysia: Disney refused to cut gay scenes in 'Lightyear'Malaysia’s film censors say it was Disney’s decision to ax the animated film “Lightyear” from the country’s cinemas after refusing to cut scenes promoting homosexuality.
‘It’s save the galaxy time:’ First look at Disney’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
Read full article: ‘It’s save the galaxy time:’ First look at Disney’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic RewindDisney said the attraction is one of the longest fully-enclosed coasters in the world, and Disney’s first roller coaster to feature a reverse launch.
12 questions for KP George after his open letter to Disney extending invite to bring new resort to Texas
Read full article: 12 questions for KP George after his open letter to Disney extending invite to bring new resort to TexasFort Bend County Judge KP George sat down with KPRC 2 following the publishing of his open letter to Walt Disney following its flap with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Mickey Mouse to Texas? Fort Bend County Judge KP George extends invitation to Disney to consider new resort in Texas amid fallout over self-government in Florida
Read full article: Mickey Mouse to Texas? Fort Bend County Judge KP George extends invitation to Disney to consider new resort in Texas amid fallout over self-government in FloridaWould you want an outpost of “the most magical place on Earth” down the highway on 59? Fort Bend County Judge KP George says, “come on down!”
Tune in go behind the scenes of Disney on Ice in Houston
Read full article: Tune in go behind the scenes of Disney on Ice in HoustonThursday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, we’re celebrating Disney on Ice. We’re live on the rink with the cast of Mickey’s Search Party. Get ready to go behind the scenes to see the magic on the ice and in the air.
4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World
Read full article: 4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney WorldThe resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.
Going to Epcot this summer? This ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ roller coaster will be waiting
Read full article: Going to Epcot this summer? This ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ roller coaster will be waitingIf you’re Florida-bound this summer, there’s a new roller coaster that’s waiting at Disney’s Epcot. It’s a ride inspired by the mega hit movies “Guardians of the Galaxy.”