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Disney animation—the part that doesn't involve Pixar—isn't exactly what it used to be, but it might be getting there with a little help from corporate wizardry and a whole lot of heart. Today Walt Disney Animation Studios announced Big Hero 6, which is not the fifth in a series but is that arm of  the company's first collaboration...
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Collider.com Disney is reanimated with films such as 'Big Hero 6,' 'Frozen'Los Angeles TimesThe CG-animated comic book story — and Disney's upcoming fairy tale musical "Frozen" — are part of a continuing creative metamorphosis at the studio, one begun seven years ago with the arrival of Disney Animation President Ed Catmull and Chief …Disney's...
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There’s the Cuban, the lobster, the California Burger . . . and Chef Dan at ESPN Club on Disney’s BoardWalk can’t help but keep inventing new “extreme” burgers-more a meal than a sandwich. One of the newest is the PB&J Burger, a stack that starts with creamy peanut butter on a Kaiser roll and...
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Daily Beast The Rise of Sexist FashionDaily BeastTheir logo recalls Disney's controversial “I Need a Hero” shirts for women, which went on sale last month, not to mention Topman's 2011 T-shirt for men that read, "Nice new girlfriend, what breed is she?” JCPenney, Forever 21, and Urban Outfitters have … Disney – Google News...
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A few weeks ago, I shared my very first ticket to Walt Disney World Resort. This prompted blog reader Skip to ask if we had any photographs of the old A to E tickets used at Magic Kingdom Park. With the help of my friends at the Walt Disney Archives, I was able to...
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Bristol-Myers, Disney, Google: Intellectual PropertyBloombergBristol-Myers Squibb Co. (BMY) sued Roche Holding AG (ROG)'s Genentech unit seeking a court order that it doesn't infringe patents used to make treatments for cancer and autoimmune diseases. The patents, known as “Cabilly” after one of the inventors, …and more » Disney – Google News Related Posts:Apple-Samsung, Google, Georgia-Pacific, Disney:...
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Review: Hilary Hahn's '27 Pieces' strikingly eclectic at Disney HallLos Angeles TimesLet me get this straight. Two weeks ago in Santa Barbara violinist Jennifer Koh went from Bach to way beyond at Hahn Hall. Then Hilary Hahn at Walt Disney Concert Hall went from Bach to way beyond Tuesday night. Both virtuoso American violinists,...
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Turtles are fascinating creatures, and really cool dudes, too – just ask Crush! Although they don’t have visible ears, turtles, including sea turtles like Crush, do have eardrums covered by skin. They hear best at low frequencies, and their sense of smell is excellent. Sea turtles don’t have teeth, but their jaws have modified...
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KPBS Disney Withdraws Attempt to Trademark the Name of a HolidayTIMEIn the latest example of the power of social-media backlash, Disney-Pixar announced late yesterday that the company would back off on a move that had generated an online uproar over the last few days. As the Pixar-centric site Pixartimes.com reports …Disney Drops Controversial Dia...
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As the Limited Time Magic “May the Fourth Be With You!” celebration fades into the galaxy, the team at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is busy wiping out its droids’ memories and resetting them for Friday, May 17, opening day for Star Wars Weekends 2013. Actors and voice artists from the Star Wars film saga and...
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Tickets for fall special events taking place at Magic Kingdom Park are now on sale, including tickets for this year’s Night of Joy, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Parties. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties return to the park September 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 & 29; October 3, 4, 6,...
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Disney Making Bank On ESPN And Its Parks Unit, Studio Recovers From John …ForbesDisney's stellar 2013 is set to continue after the company posted second quarter earnings after the bell on Tuesday. Beating revenue and profit estimates, Disney thrived on solid gains in its parks and resorts unit, a good performance from its studio...
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Picture this: You’re winding through Ornament Valley riding in a shiny, convertible race car. While taking in the desert scenery and after traveling through an archway, there it is – just to the right – Firewall Falls, the most beautiful waterfall in these here parts. Well, at least that’s how I felt the first...
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Opa! A Celebration of Greece kicks off May 25 with all sorts of fun at both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure parks. There’s live entertainment, line dancing, wine education and tasting seminars at Disney California Adventure park, Olympic training with Hercules at Disneyland park … but for us, it’s all about the food. Each...
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Disney has dropped an effort to trademark "Dia de los Muertos," the name of the traditional "Day of the Dead" holiday celebrated by millions in Mexico and the U.S. The company announced … Disney – Yahoo! News Search Results Related Posts:Day of the Dead trademark request draws backlash for Disney – CNNDay of the...
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Los Angeles Times Disney withdraws trademark filing for 'Dia de los Muertos'Los Angeles Times“Our spiritual traditions are for everyone, not for companies like Walt Disney to trademark and exploit,” wrote Grace Sesma, the petition's creator. “I am deeply offended and dismayed that a family-oriented company like Walt Disney would seek to own …Disney drops...
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“So why do you run?” That is the question most often asked to runners by non-runners. “Why do you get up before dawn, oftentimes in miserable weather, to go do something that quite frankly does not look enjoyable?” This is a question that is not lost on runners. In fact one of my favorite...
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Disney's Second-Quarter Net Rises 32% as Park Guests SplurgeBloombergWalt Disney Co. (DIS), the world's largest entertainment company, said fiscal second-quarter profit rose 32 percent, beating analysts' estimates as guests splurged at theme parks in California and Florida. Net income grew to $ 1.51 billion, or 83 cents … Disney – Google News Related Posts:Disney’s...
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This week, The Force is indeed strong at Tokyo Disneyland with the opening of the updated Star Tours: The Adventures Continue. The attraction had been closed for more than a year while Imagineers were busy adding new stories and adventures. Like the attractions at Disneyland park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests now have the...
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TECH NOW: New Disney app tells your Story – USA TodayUSA TODAY (blog)This week, I tested a free iPhone app that Disney is set to launch today, called Story. The whole idea behind it is to finally do something with all the smartphone photos and videos you've captured that help show and tell the...
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Revenue gains at Disney's parks and movie studio led to a 32 percent increase in net income during the January-March quarter. The results, which topped analyst expectations Tuesday, showed that the company's … Disney – Yahoo! News Search Results Related Posts:Disney Marches Higher After Results But Shares No Longer Cheap – ForbesNetflix shares rise...
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MiamiHerald.com Theme parks, ESPN ad sales drive Disney profit growth – USA TodayUSA TODAYWalt Disney said Tuesday its quarterly profit soared 32% on improving movie studio finances, higher advertising rates at ESPN and longer stays at its theme park resorts. The Burbank, Calif.-based media giant said Tuesday its net income for the fiscal …Disney's...
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Telegraph.co.uk Disney's profit and revenue soar on "Oz," parks, ESPNLos Angeles Times“With adjusted earnings per share up 36% over last year, we're obviously pleased with our second quarter,” Robert A. Iger, chairman and chief executive of Disney, said in a statement. “Our results reflect our successful strategy, the strength of our …Disney Making Bank...
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“…I just want it to look like nothing else in the world. And it should be surrounded by a train.” — Walt Disney Even before Disneyland Resort was built – when the idea for the theme park was still being developed – it was surrounded by its now-iconic railroad. Not only would it provide...
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Disney's ESPN and its amusement parks are expected to boost operating income growth to 26%, says Nomura's Michael Nathanson. Disney – Yahoo! News Search Results Related Posts:Stylish Shoe Ornaments Strutting into Merchandise Locations this Spring at Disney ParksHow Imagineers build engaging stories into Disney theme parks – VentureBeatDisney Pushes To New Highs As Investors...
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AFP Why Disney Licensed Star Wars to Electronic ArtsBusinessweekStar Wars fans can get emotional about their favorite science fiction saga. So it was no surprise last month when some of them were upset about Walt Disney's (DIS) unexpected decision to cease development at Lucasfilm's video game division and focus on …Disney awards 'Star Wars'...
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You can almost feel a chill in the air (brrr!) as the date to register for this year’s 13 Reflections of Evil trading event draws near. Whether you are a nefarious evil-doer, a sorcerer of courage, or an imaginative purple dragon, you are sure to enjoy the spellbinding thrills, chills and all-around frightful fun...
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EA to Make 'Star Wars' Games for DisneyWall Street JournalThe multiyear deal announced Monday states that Electronic Arts will develop and publish "Star Wars" titles for a core games audience, spanning all interactive platforms and the most popular game genres, while Disney will retain certain rights to … Disney – Google News Related Posts:Walt...
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You’re going to love the Disney Cruise Line recipe we’re sharing this month: a very flavorful seafood risotto! Another guest favorite at Palo, this saffron risotto dish is served with shrimp, mussels, clams and fried zucchini. Check out this video with Palo’s Executive Chef Silvio as he shows you how to make this delicious...
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Disney's ESPN and its amusement parks are expected to boost operating income growth to 26%, says Nomura's Michael Nathanson. Disney – Yahoo! News Search Results Related Posts:Disney film to show how “Mary Poppins” flew from book to screen – Chicago TribuneDisney film to show how “Mary Poppins” flew from book to screen – ReutersDisney...
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