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Jun- 2023 -30 June
No One is Safe: Top Analyst Fired During Disney Layoffs
The Disney layoffs have been absolutely brutal. When Disney CEO Bob Iger announced the layoffs in February of 2023, the community was shocked at the magnitude that Mr. Iger made clear was necessary as part of the cost-cutting efforts of the Walt Disney Company. The Mouse House committed to its shareholders that it would work to cut $5.5 billion in costs after the mess that former Disney CEO Bob Ch
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30 June
ESPN Fires Longstanding Female Pioneer in Sports Broadcasting
Suzy Kolber, a renowned sports journalist, and broadcaster, has been laid off by ESPN after an incredible 27-year tenure with the company. This unfortunate development is part of a series of wider job cuts undertaken by Disney throughout the year. Kolber, who enjoyed a remarkable 38-year career in the industry, was most recently recognized as the host of Monday Night Countdown. A Pioneer in Sports
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30 June
Attention Disney World Guests: Florida Division of Emergency Management Has Issued a Warning
It hasn't been an easy week for the United States when it comes to weather lately. The northern-central and north-eastern states have been affected by the Canadian wildfires, which brought a horde of smoke and air quality warnings to cities like Chicago, and bright orange skies to states like New York earlier this month. The southern states haven't been having it easy either; they have been hit wi
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30 June
Bounce Back Offers Return to Disney World!
For years, Guests staying at Walt Disney World Resort would find themselves able to take advantage of special savings if they booked another Disney World vacation within a certain amount of time of their current vacation. These were called Bounce Back offers. Guests could receive discounts on their hotel rooms, and even free dining plans. Unfortunately, these offers disappeared when Disney World h
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30 June
Barbie Or Ariel? Iconic Heroines Clash at the Box Office
The new live-action Barbie film, which stars Disney-loving Canadian actor Ryan Gosling and Australian actress Margot Robbie, has been highly-anticipated by movie enthusiasts. The film follows Barbie, the iconic character who started the Barbie doll phenomenon of old (and whose dolls have since been replaced by new iterations of the iconic toy dolls). With colorful and frothy trailers filling TV sc
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30 June
ABC News Threatens Ban on Major Polling Company for Ties to Right-Leaning Media Outlets
Disney-owned ABC News has reportedly launched an offensive on the American polling company Rasmussen Reports via a stern email questioning their ties to certain rightwing organizations. The dispute could essentially see Rasmussen Reports excluded from ABC's coverage. Let's take a look at the alleged email provided by the polling company and what exactly ABC wants to make clear through it. To Whom
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30 June
Disney World Reveals Two Exciting Upgrades to Kilimanjaro Safaris
These days, Walt Disney World Resort Guests are more likely to shudder than grin when they hear that Disney has made some more changes that will affect Disney theme park Guests in Disney Parks like the Animal Kingdom or Magic Kingdom — but this time, Disney Fanatics will definitely be pleased! “Dr. Mark” Is At It Again The Disney employee and Instagram influencer (of sorts) name
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30 June
DeSantis Feud Notwithstanding, Disney Among Most Patriotic Brands According to Americans
The Walt Disney Company’s feud with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has made headlines for months, and will likely go down as one of the most notable moments in Disney’s (and corporate America’s) history. The battle began with former Disney CEO Bob Chapek speaking out against Governor DeSantis’s “Don’t Say Gay” controversy and escalated into a bitter court battle with both sides flinging lawsuits and co
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30 June
Cherished Oscar-Winning Disney Actor Passes Away
A prominent actor from many beloved films has tragically passed away. Alan Arkin, a talented man known for his charming delivery and immense charisma, has sadly been confirmed dead by his sons. The Oscar-winning actor was 89. Alan Arkin's Eight-Decade Acting Career Alan Arkin died at his home in Carlsbad, California. He had been experiencing ongoing heart conditions in his later years. According t
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30 June
6 Disney Characters You Can’t Meet in the Parks
No matter how old you are, spotting Goofy or Donald Duck at Walt Disney World makes 100 years of Disney magic feel real. Seeing a child light up when they lock eyes with Mickey or Minnie Mouse makes any amount of money and planning worth it. Guests had to adjust to a Disney Park experience without this magical touch with COVID-era changes, and the beloved character meets have only been back in eff
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