VIDEO: Take a Tour of the NEW Mario Cafe at Universal Studios Japan

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With Super Nintendo World on its way in Spring 2021, Universal Studios Japan is opening a special new Mario Cafe on October 16th to celebrate! The new snack shop is located in Hollywood at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, and we were lucky enough to get a short sneak peek! So without further ado, put … Read more

Disney CEO Bob Chapek Blames California’s “Stringent” Guidelines for Continued Disneyland Closure

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A story posted to The Orange County Register website details comments that Disney CEO Bob Chapek shared today on CNBC’s “Closing Bell.” In the interview, Chapek did not hold back his opinion of the reopening guidelines proposed by California Governor Gavin Newsom. Chapek labeled the guidelines as “stringent” and “arbitrary.” After radio silence in the … Read more

VIDEO: New Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” Trailer Released by Disney+

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Disney+ has just released a new Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” trailer this evening. The animated feature film, originally slated for a theatrical release, will begin streaming on Disney+ on Christmas Day. The new trailer reveals the movie’s premise without giving too much away. Jamie Foxx provides the voice of Joe Gardner, a middle school band … Read more

Media Analyst Group Sees Troubling Trends as Disney+ Streaming Service Enters Second Year

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Two days after Disney announced an increased focus on Disney+, one media research firm is sounding the alarm. Christopher Zara of Fast Company reported on disturbing trends identified by analysts at MoffettNathanson. Perhaps the biggest challenge facing Disney+ and other streaming services is the lack of new content. The COVID-19 pandemic shuttered many studios for … Read more

Disney Sidesteps Senator Warren’s Questions on Mass Layoffs and Executive Salaries with Snide Public Statement to CNBC

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Disney has once again “clapped back” at government officials, this time in an attempt to cast doubt over a meticulously-worded and researched letter sent to company executives Bob Iger and Bob Chapek, written by Senator Elizabeth Warren. In her letter, Senator Warren demands answers in the wake of mass layoffs impacting up to 28,000 Cast Members across … Read more

Senator Elizabeth Warren Sends Letter to Bob Iger and Bob Chapek Questioning Mass Layoffs Following the Reinstatement of Executive Salaries

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Senator Elizabeth Warren has penned a poignant, scathing letter to senior executives of The Walt Disney Company, demanding answers in the wake of mass layoffs impacting up to 28,000 Cast Members across Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. In it, she reiterates many valid points, from the blatant reinstatement of the salaries of Bob Chapek … Read more

PHOTOS: Exclusive Cutting Board and Coaster Set Available FREE With Purchase at New Annual Passholder Pop-Up Shop in EPCOT

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The Annual Passholder pop-up shop opened in EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion today with some incredible deals and new merchandise. One deal is a limited time bonus of a complimentary Annual Passholder cutting board or coaster set with any $50 purchase. The cutting boards and coaster sets can be found near the registers in the pop-up shop. … Read more

California State Officials Visiting Disneyland Resort, Universal Studios Hollywood to Review and Finalize Reopening Plans

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After months of delays and indecision, it seems the pieces are finally falling into place for an imminent Disneyland reopening. Earlier today, it was announced that 11 unions reached return-to-work agreements with Disneyland. Now, state officials are visiting Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood this week to review, and ultimately finalize reopening plans. From The … Read more