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The Walt Disney Co was founded by Walter Disney, who is best known for creating such cartoon characters as Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck and for pioneering theme parks. The group has theme parks in the US, Europe, Japan, China and Hong Kong.
The audiobook Taylor Swift was listening to in her The End of an Era docuseries, The God of the Woods by Liz Moore, is going viral. Photos: EPA, Riverhead Books
Taylor Swift

All about the Taylor Swift-approved book, The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

In an episode of her new Disney+ docuseries, Swift listened to this Barack Obama-recommended book by Liz Moore – now it’s coming to Netflix.

Fame and celebrity

Oscars will move to YouTube in 2029, leaving US network ABC

Fame and celebrity

Meet Malachi Barton, the second most Googled actor in the US in 2025

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Fame and celebrity

Dick Van Dyke turns 100: 5 things to know about the Mary Poppins star

We look back on what the actor – best known as chimney sweep Bert in Mary Poppins – has said about Walt Disney, James Bond and the key to ageing gracefully.

Dick Van Dyke has written the book 100 Rules for Living to 100: An Optimist’s Guide to a Happy Life. Photo: @paradigmtalentagency/Instagram
United States

Paramount counters Netflix with US$108 billion hostile bid for Warner Bros

Paramount’s offer came days after Netflix won a weeks-long bidding war to acquire Hollywood giant Warner Bros Discovery.

Japan

One-Punch Man and the human cost of Japan and South Korea’s soft power

Behind the multibillion-dollar export boom lies a hidden crisis of low wages, 60-hour work weeks and unliveable pressure on invisible staff.

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United States

Netflix’s US$72 billion Warner Bros deal to reshape streaming landscape

Netflix’s acquisition gives it control of HBO Max, Harry Potter, and Game of Thrones, reshaping Hollywood and raising antitrust concerns.

Netflix is set to acquire Warner Bros Discoveryin a bold move set to redefine global entertainment. Photo: Shutterstock
American cinema

Review | Zootopia 2: Disney’s formulaic sequel delights with visual wit

Full of puns, visual gags and a song written by Shakira and Ed Sheeran seemingly on constant play, Zootopia 2 is a fun if predictable watch.

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China's economic recovery

Why China’s film industry is banking on Zootopia 2 being a smash hit

After a tough few months, Chinese cinemas are hoping that a string of imported animated releases can offer some relief.

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Fame and celebrity

Who is Corey Fogelmanis, the former Disney star in I Wish You All the Best?

The 26-year-old LGBTQ actor starred in Girl Meets World with Sabrina Carpenter and is BFFs with Conan Gray – so what else has he been in?

Corey Fogelmanis attends the premiere of I Wish You All the Best at IPIC Theater in October, in New York. Photo: AP
TV shows and streaming video

As Disney and Fox bet on micro dramas, what are they and why are they a hit?

They’re short, theatrical and shot ‘vertically’ for smartphones like TikTok videos. Micro dramas are on the rise – and Hollywood is watching.

A crew member watches a screen during the filming of a micro drama in Burbank, California. The emerging format is cheaper to produce than traditional dramas and movies, and is beginning to attract investment from big players. Photo: Los Angeles Times/TNS
TV shows and streaming video

K-dramas, anime and more to come from Disney+ in the year ahead

Disney+‘s bold 2026 line-up, revealed at Hong Kong Disneyland, features a host of new and returning K-dramas, anime hits, reality shows and more.

American cinema

How Unbreakable redefined the superhero movie 25 years ago

Unbreakable, starring Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson, was not a hit at the box office upon release, but is now considered a masterpiece.

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Asian cinema

Can’t get enough of Another World? 10 animated films set in the afterlife

If you liked Another World, you will love these 10 afterlife animations, with subjects from rabbits and dogs to a pianist and a corpse bride.

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A screen grab from Soul, starring Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey, one of 10 animated films focusing on the afterlife. Photo: Disney/Pixar
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort appoints operations veteran Tim Sypko as new head

Sypko, senior vice-president of operations for the past five years, will take the helm on November 23, following Michael Moriarty’s promotion.

Hong Kong Disneyland’s senior vice-president of operations Tim Sypko will be appointed president and managing director, effective January 2026. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Netflix

KPop Demon Hunters headed to toy stores as Netflix taps Mattel, Hasbro

Streamer bets its most-watched original film and smaller, non-franchise movies can scale into lucrative intellectual property.

International Cricket Council

Indian cricket league’s valuation shrinks for second year in a row

Drop in value of Indian Premier League by almost 11 per cent in 2025 due to ‘twin shocks’, says report by consulting firm.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong Disneyland seeks new head after Michael Moriarty assumes global role

‘We are now preparing for Michael Moriarty’s transition and plan to announce his successor in the near future,’ park says.

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort head Michael Moriarty has been appointed executive vice-president and chief financial officer for Disney Experiences. Photo: Handout
Obituaries

British author Jilly Cooper, famous for novels of sex and snobbery, dies at 88

Cooper’s raunchy bestsellers include Riders and Rivals, which was adapted into a Disney+ series last year.

Pop Mart

A Labubu theme park? How Pop Mart is looking to build on the toy’s success

Pop Mart is learning from Disney’s ability to operate IP over the long term and aims to capitalise on Labubu’s popularity, an executive says.

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s fairy tale wedding

The actress wed her musician partner this past weekend – and it was a star-studded affair with guests including Paul Rudd, Paris Hilton, SZA and Cara Delevingne.

Only Murders in the Building actress Selena Gomez and music producer Benny Blanco just got married. Photo: @selenagomez/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

‘You have to feel sorry’ for Trump: Jimmy Kimmel returns to record ratings

ABC reported 6.26 million viewers, while the monologue drew nearly 26 million views on social media.

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Jimmy Kimmel tapes his show at the Capitan Entertainment Centre in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Photo: ABC/Disney via AFP
United States

Kimmel says he wasn’t trying to joke about Kirk’s death as Trump blasts host

The US president threatened to ‘test ABC’ for reinstating Kimmel’s show after a nearly week-long suspension.

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Fame and celebrity

Jimmy Kimmel will return to ABC network on Tuesday, Disney says

The TV host’s talk show was suspended six days ago after he made remarks about the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

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Donald Trump

Democrats introduce bill to protect free speech following Kimmel suspension

Move follows Democrats’ criticism of the suspension of Kimmel’s TV show after his comments on the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk.

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Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night television show has been suspended by ABC after the host’s comments on the death of Charlie Kirk. Photo: AFP
United States

US man dies after riding roller coaster at new Florida theme park

Florida’s largest theme parks are exempt from state safety inspections and conduct their own inspections and have their own protocols.

Theme park guests ride Stardust Racers within Celestial Park at Universal Epic Universe in Florida. Photo: TNS
United States

Hollywood backs Jimmy Kimmel, slams free speech ‘suppression’ in US

ABC suspended the host’s show under threats from the White House after Kimmel commented about activist Charlie Kirk’s death.

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United States

US TV network drops Jimmy Kimmel’s show over his Charlie Kirk remarks

US President Trump hailed the cancellation of the show as ‘great news for America’.

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