In March 2020, Disney theme parks worldwide were forced to close their gates as the COVID-19 pandemic continued to spread, killing millions of people. Bob Chapek had only been CEO of The Walt Disney Company for one month before he was forced to make some really tough decisions. In response to the closures and the pandemic, Disney laid off thousands ...

Disney in California is gearing up to figure out how to spend the first $15 million towards a massive expansion that will benefit Anaheim for decades. A New Era for Disney Is About To Begin in California For thousands of Anaheim families living paycheck to paycheck, eviction isn’t just a fear—it’s a looming reality. Rent prices continue to climb, affordable ...

It’s no secret that in the years since Donald Trump became one of the most notable and controversial names in politics, he has had a very contentious relationship with the media. He frequently calls out the “fake news media” whenever they say something that he doesn’t like, and has even yelled at reporters during live news conferences. One of the ...

A veteran of The Walt Disney Company has exited their role after over two decades. Related: OFFICIAL UPDATE: Disney World Expansion Project Stopped in Its Tracks Disney’s longtime distribution executive, Justin Connolly, has exited the company ahead of a significant series of negotiations regarding ESPN. Connolly joined Disney over 20 years ago, serving as Director of ESPN Strategy and Operations. ...

Walt Disney World Resort has halted a major expansion project. Here’s what we know. Disney World Project Expansion Stopped In a state where rent prices have surged over 30% since the pandemic and locals struggle to stay housed near the jobs that fuel Central Florida’s billion-dollar tourism industry, hope arrived in 2022 like a fairy godmother waving her wand: Walt ...

Disney CEO Bob Iger is rumored to have canceled plans for a Disneyland in one Middle Eastern country in favor of another, more restricted location. Shock. Disbelief. Heated online threads: Disney CEO Bob Iger Cancels Middle East Disneyland? That’s the reaction many Disney fans are having after a new rumor revealed that Abu Dhabi wasn’t Disney’s first pick for its ...

Disney shocked the world earlier this week by announcing a partnership with Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, to open Disney’s first Middle Eastern theme park in the United Arab Emirates. It’s been 15 years since Disney announced its last theme park opening, with Shanghai Disneyland opening in 2016. Miral will own and operate the new ...

Shift in Disney’s Approach to Trump The Walt Disney Company has recently signaled a significant shift in its stance towards the Trump administration, showcasing a newfound readiness to collaborate on various initiatives that could bolster the film and television industry. This change comes after multiple challenges and an often adversarial relationship between entities. Disney’s Chief Financial Officer, Hugh Johnston, noted ...

Disney’s finances are looking good. Related: New Notice Filed for Classic Magic Kingdom Attraction’s Indefinite Refurbishment The Walt Disney Company released its Q2 FY25 fiscal report Wednesday morning, revealing several interesting details about the company’s operations over the last several months. The company’s Disney Experiences segment saw a 9% increase in operating income. Consumer products increased by 14% from $387 ...

As domestic parks post solid growth, Disney’s international resorts are showing worrying signs of decline—just as the company announces a brand-new theme park venture in Abu Dhabi. Could this ambitious move backfire? Domestic Strength vs. International Struggle Disney Parks & Experiences delivered a 13% increase in domestic operating income in the second quarter of fiscal 2025, rising from $1.6 billion ...