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Aug- 2023 -18 August
VIDEO: Disney Releases Teaser Trailer For New ‘Percy Jackson’ Series!
When The Walt Disney Company launched Disney+ in November 2019, millions of Disney fans were excited to have their favorite films and television shows all in one place. Just four months after the streaming service began, the world shut down because of the COVID-19 pandemic, which made even more people sign up. Before long, Disney+ had more than 100 million subscribers and was launching the service
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18 August
Former GOP Lawmaker Explains DeSantis’s “Crucial Mistake” That Lost Him Disney Feud
In the latest news, a former Republican lawmaker thinks Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sunk his battle with Disney due to a “tactical error.” The Disney vs. DeSantis feud has been one of the most talked about happenings in 2023, especially since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declared his intention to run for President of the United States. Over the last few months, we’ve seen the Republican presidentia
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18 August
Disney Punches Back, Countersues DeSantis’ Board
After Orange County Circuit Court Judge Margaret Schreiber denied Disney's request to dismiss the lawsuit filed by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, Disney had 20 days to respond and respond they have. Today in Circuit Court, the Walt Disney Company countersued the Board hand-picked by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, claiming, among other things, that the Board has violated the Florid
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17 August
After Suing Disney, Former Anchor Targets ABC Legend
The Walt Disney Company is so much more than just Disney. The studio giant owns not only Disney, but also ESPN, ABC, National Geographic, Freeform, FX, 20th Century Fox, as well as a controlling stake in Hulu. There are more than 200,000 people that call Disney their boss. Each of these employees has their own voice, own opinions, and own feelings. One of the people employed by Disney was ESPN anc
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17 August
Move Over, Mummy Mickey! Skeleton Mickey Is on the Way!
In just a couple short weeks, Halloween Time will begin at Disneyland Resort. No one knows how to celebrate Halloween like Disney, so Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Disney will be decorated to the hilt! There are dozens of limited-time food and drinks that Guests can enjoy, the Haunted Mansion will receive a special Nightmare Before Christmas overlay, and Halloween Screams w
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17 August
New ‘Hocus Pocus’ Sipper Coming to Disney!
Twist the bones, and the back Itch-it-a-cop-it-a Mel-a-ka-mystic-a Trim him of his baby fat Itch-it-a-cop-it-a Mel-a-ka-mystic-a Give him fur black as black Just like this! In less than two weeks, Halloween Time will begin at Disneyland Resort. Halloween is definitely one of the best times to be in the Parks — with the specialty food, drinks, and decorations. Halloween Screams fireworks are
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17 August
Head of DeSantis’ Disney Board Praised Disney’s Diversity, Now Calls It “UnAmerican”
On August 1, The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District said that Disney would no longer be able to continue with its diversity, equality, and inclusion program. The Tourism Oversight District took over what was formerly the Reedy Creek Improvement District when Florida Governor Ron DeSantis dissolved the district. The governor then hand-picked those on the new board. None of the board appoint
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17 August
DeSantis’ Disney Board Member Must Officially Resign After Ethics Violation
It looks like Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will have to find a replacement for one of his administrators soon. Glen Gilzean, a Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board member and Chairman of the Florida Commission on Ethics, has been told by the Ethics Commission's lawyers that he has a clear conflict of interest between the two jobs. The revelation has now pushed Gilzean into a precariou
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17 August
DeSantis-Appointed Disney Board Member Seeks Justification to Keep Position
Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board Member Glen Gilzean really wants to have his cake and eat it too. After being called out for potentially violating a Florida Commission on Ethics bylaw, the administrator is seeking whatever justification he can to remain in his position without any consequences. While many have come to the conclusion that there is definitely a conflict of interest,
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16 August
After Iger’s Comments, Is Writer’s Strike About to End?
For more than 100 days, Hollywood's writers have been on strike. The strike began when the Writers Guild of America and studios could not come to an agreement on certain terms. Mainly, the writers wanted protection from artificial intelligence taking their jobs. They also wanted better residuals from streaming services and to change the way studios use “mini writers' rooms” so they don
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