The stock market is set to open with some big news. The government shutdown is over, but not everyone is happy. The deal to reopen the government didn't include everything Democrats wanted, like extra Obamacare money. But it did promise a vote on a health care bill they like next month. The deal also means food stamps will keep coming, and government workers will get...
Disney is set to release its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings, and investors are keeping a close eye on a few key areas. The company's shares have lagged behind the broader market this year, but there's still hope for growth. Analysts are particularly interested in the performance of Disney's experiences unit and the continued expansion of its streaming services. In t...
Bad weather played spoilsport at Walt Disney World recently. The planned afternoon showing of Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade was called off. This happened just 40 minutes after the scheduled start time. No word yet on if it will happen later. This parade is usually a nighttime event. But, it’s making a rare daytime appearance. Why? It’s all because of ABC...
A big change is happening in the world of streaming. YouTube TV and Disney are having a disagreement. This means some popular channels are missing from YouTube TV. Channels like ABC, ESPN, Disney Channel, and more are not available right now. This started on October 31st. The two companies can't agree on a new deal. So, what does this mean for viewers? If you're a f...
People who pay for YouTube TV are missing out on ESPN and other Disney channels. This isn't new. It's been going on for a while. Google and Disney can't agree on a deal. So, who's fault is it? Both of them. Google has already made deals with Fox and NBC. But Disney pulled its channels from YouTube TV. This means no college football on Saturday. No Monday Night Footb...
Disney+ is starting to use a new technology called HDR10+. This tech makes pictures look better by enhancing colors and brightness. However, not everyone can enjoy it just yet. At first, only about 1, 000 shows from Hulu will have this upgrade. Other shows under Disney+ might get it later, but no one knows when. Samsung, a big name in TVs, shared this news. They sai...
Disney+ has taken a step forward in enhancing its streaming quality by adding support for HDR10+ format. This move is part of a broader strategy to improve the viewing experience, but it's not without its limitations. Currently, only a selection of Hulu titles, over 1, 000 to be exact, are available in HDR10+ on Disney+. This is a significant number, but it's importa...
The Nightmare Before Christmas is making waves on Disney+ this Halloween season. It's not just popular; it's the number one movie on the platform worldwide. This might surprise some, but it's not news to everyone. The film's success raises an interesting question: is this movie more about Halloween or Christmas? In many countries, The Nightmare Before Christmas is t...
Doctor Who fans, don't panic! The show isn't disappearing. Disney+ has decided to step back from its global streaming deal with the BBC, but the BBC is still fully behind the iconic sci-fi series. The next big thing for Doctor Who is a Christmas special in 2026, written by Russell T Davies. This news comes after two seasons with Ncuti Gatwa as the 15th Doctor and a s...
Theme parks are like sports teams, and every year, there's a big report that shows which ones are scoring the most points. The report is called the TEA Experience Index, and it counts how many people visit the top theme parks around the world. Disney is like the superstar team, winning most of the matches. In 2024, Disney had eight of the top 10 theme parks globally...