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How 'Moana 2' charted a course back to the big screen

Sep. 06, 2024 10:06 AM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — When you look at some of the numbers, it’s hard to believe “Moana 2” was ever going to be anything but a movie. When the teaser trailer for “Moana 2” dropped in May, it was watched 178 million times in 24 hours. That’s more than “Inside Out 2,” more...

NWSL reaches new collective bargaining agreement that adds more money for players, ends draft

Aug. 22, 2024 17:50 PM EDT

The National Women’s Soccer League and its players have reached a deal on a broad new collective bargaining agreement that eliminates the annual college draft, guarantees all contracts and raises minimum salaries. The decision to do away with the draft and the expansion draft will...

Harrison Ford, Angela Bassett, Miley Cyrus and more honored as Disney Legends in emotional ceremony

Aug. 12, 2024 17:31 PM EDT

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Harrison Ford held back tears, Miley Cyrus let them flow and several stars got emotional as they accepted the prestigious Disney Legends honor Sunday. The company bestowed Legends status on 14 artists it says have had a “significant impact” on Disney’s...

Disney thrills fans at D23 with 'Incredibles 3' announcement, footage from 'Moana 2'

Aug. 11, 2024 18:27 PM EDT

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Disney teased its upcoming movies and television series including “Moana 2” in a rousing showcase featuring sneak peaks, live performances and surprise appearances from actors including Dwayne Johnson, Zoe Saldaña and Jude Law. Fans at Disney’s D23...

Disney's streaming business is profitable for first time, but slowing US park business ups anxiety

Aug. 07, 2024 10:14 AM EDT

Disney returned to a profitable third quarter as its combined streaming business started making money for the first time, along with a very strong showing in theaters for the movie “Inside Out 2.” Operating income for the entertainment segment, which includes its movie studio...