Herzlich Named Disney Spirit Award Recipient Nov 19, 2009
Herzlich will be presented with the award during The Home Depot ESPNU College Football Awards at Walt Disney World Resort on Thursday, Dec. 10. The 19th annual awards show is scheduled for 7-9 p.m. ET and will be televised live on ESPN.. (EagleInsider.com)
Florida Tech's Russell, Trane named top student-athletes Nov 18, 2009
Trane placed second out of 279 runners at the Walt Disney World Classic on Oct. 10. She then claimed the conference title with a time of 21:10 in the 6K race, finishing 21 seconds ahead of her next closest competitor. (Florida Today)
Warriors band to perform in Windy City Nov 18, 2009
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Running back by committee Nov 18, 2009
Or an amusement park, complete with its own Walt Disney. With Don Coryell, things changed, said Muncie. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
YouTube Inks Content Deal with Univision Nov 17, 2009
Brad Shimmin, an analyst at Current Analysis, is impressed with the deal, which follows earlier YouTube deals with Walt Disney and Time Warner. As Shimmin sees it, YouTube is demonstrating that it is not afraid to enter new arenas in the digital-video market. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Disney's A Christmas Carol Continues Strong Performance During Second Weekend in IMAX(R) Theatres Nov 17, 2009
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 16, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq: - ) (TSX: - ) and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures today announced that Disney's A Christmas Carol, the spectacular Disney Digital 3D(TM) holiday release from director Robert Zemeckis and starring Jim Carrey, grossed $2 ... Commenting on the announcement, Chuck Viane, president, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Distribution, said, "This is a great second-weekend result, indicating that people are... (Primezone Releases)
Stocks rise as traders bet on low rates and China Nov 17, 2009
Walt Disney Co. is also slated to report. Related Stories. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Fans applaud apocalypse as `2012' debuts at ... Nov 17, 2009
Universal Pictures and Focus Features are owned by NBC Universal, a unit of General Electric Co.; Sony Pictures, Sony Screen Gems and Sony Pictures Classics are units of Sony Corp.; Paramount and Paramount Vantage are divisions of Viacom Inc.; Disney's parent is The Walt Disney Co.; Miramax is a division of The Walt Disney Co.; 20th Century Fox, Fox Searchlight Pictures and Fox Atomic are owned by News Corp.; Warner Bros. and New Line are units of Time Warner Inc.; MGM is owned by a consortium... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Astrology Moon in Libra Nov 17, 2009
Astrology Moon in Libra. Astrology Moon in Libra. (Suite101.com)
Poppins producers find Mary quite contrary Nov 17, 2009
Sir Cameron and co-producer Tom Schumacher, of Walt Disney Theatricals, announced seven of eight principal roles for the $16 million Australian production but admitted that extensive auditions in Melbourne and Sydney last month had failed to find an actor to fill Mary Poppins' shoes. They plan to conduct auditions in Perth, Brisbane and New Zealand. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Disney - and Carrey - slaughter classic ‘Christmas Carol' Nov 17, 2009
The film is produced by ImageMovers and Walt Disney Pictures and has a running time of 96 minutes. Article Rating. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Disney World takes steps to fight swine flu Nov 17, 2009
In an effort to halt the spread of the swine flu, Walt Disney World has installed dozens of hand sanitizer dispensers throughout the theme park, hotel lobbies and character meet-and-greet areas. Disney is also reminding visitors of basic health safety tips, like covering their mouths while sneezing and washing hands regularly, on fliers that list park hours and show times. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Stocks surge as retail sales rebound and dollar declines Nov 17, 2009
On Friday, the market was buoyed by encouraging earnings reports and outlooks from major retailers Abercrombie & Fitch and as well as The Walt Disney. Crude oil rose $2. (USA Today -- Money)
Airline tests retail sales at 35K feet Nov 17, 2009
The Walt Disney Co. is discussing making theme park tickets available on airplanes as well. The credit card readers do not now transmit information in real time, so it will require a "trick of technology" to assure that show tickets sold during a flight still exist in the theater when the plane is on the ground, Flateman said. (India Times)
Metals prices push Asian stocks higher Nov 16, 2009
6 per cent on November 13 in New York, as higher- than-estimated earnings at Walt Disney and Abercrombie & Fitch outweighed an unexpected drop in consumer confidence. BHP added 1. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Shock softball team advances to World Series Nov 16, 2009
The Shock finished 13th out of 45 teams in the 14U World Series this past July at Walt Disney Resort in Orlando, Fla. "> Curious? Search ScoutPA. lect> Your online website and business directory. Daily American Archive Search Search for an Event Search our Classifieds ? Shock softball team advances to World Series Rating: 0 Sunday, November 15, 2009 10:26 PM EST The Ligonier Valley Shock girls fast-pitch softball team captured first place at the USSSA s Trick or Treat 15U Softball Tournament in... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Producer's public plea Nov 16, 2009
Sir Cameron and co-producer Tom Schumacher, of Walt Disney Theatricals, announced seven of eight principal roles for the $16million Australian production at but admitted that extensive auditions in Melbourne and Sydney last month had failed to find an actor to fill Mary Poppins' shoes. They now plan to look for the elusive Mary at auditions in Perth, Brisbane and New Zealand. (The Age, Australia)
Asia Stocks Rise After US Retail News; Gold Climbs Nov 16, 2009
Encouraging quarterly reports Friday from large U.S. retail chains, as well as The Walt Disney Co., helped ease investor worries about American consumer spending, long a major source of growth for Asia's export-oriented economies. "The data is improving, the news is on the upswing, and first and foremost this helps boost confidence," said Lorraine Tan, director of equities research at Standard s in Singapore. (ABC News -- Wire)
Gold Hits Another Record, Asia Shares Rise Nov 16, 2009
Hopes that the global economy is on a recovery track were reinforced by some upbeat U.S. earnings reports on Friday from Walt Disney and retailer Abercrombie together with a bullish outlook from retailer JC Penney. 1. (ABC News -- Wire)
Leonard earns '10 Masters bid with Disney finish Nov 16, 2009
-- 's birdie putt on the 18th hole that would have won the Children's Miracle Network Classic lipped out, and then he fell in a sudden-death playoff won by on Sunday at the Walt Disney World Resort. But Leonard at least has the consolation of a Masters Tournament invitation. (ESPN -- Golf)
McNeill suffers second playoff loss in 4 weeks Nov 16, 2009
But it ended up doing a 360-degree pirouette and cost the Fort Myers resident a chance to advance in the Children's Miracle Network Classic at Walt Disney World ... George McNeill tees off on the first hole during the final round of the Children's Miracle Network Classic PGA golf tournament at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (The News-Press -- Sports)
'Come and Feel the Passion' Nov 16, 2009
That customer looked at her drawings and told her she should work for Walt Disney Studios, which is just what she did ... She even had the chance to meet Walt Disney himself. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Dudamel Conducts Schubert and Berio Nov 16, 2009
A recent performance at Walt Disney Concert Hall continued to fascinate new and sustaining patrons of the young maestro who came to see him lead the Los Angeles Philharmonic in a program of Franz Schubert and Luciano Berio. Berio/Schubert Rendering. (Suite101.com)
'Passion of the Christ for kids' Nov 16, 2009
Walt Disney is to promote its $US100 million ($A126 million) adaptation of C.S. Lewis' The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe as a "Passion of the Christ for kids" in an attempt to secure worldwide Christian support for the film. Disney executives have organised private meetings with several church groups in America to emphasise the themes of Christian redemption and sacrifice contained in the film, which will open in December with an all-star cast. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Stephen Ames wins in playoff at Disney Nov 16, 2009
Stephen Ames, of Canada, reacts to his tee shot on the first hole during the final round of the Children's Miracle Network Classic PGA golf tournament at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla ... Justin Leonard lines up his ball for a putt attempt on the first hole during the final round of the Children's Miracle Network Classic PGA golf tournament at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla ... Justin Leonard watches his tee shot on the second hole during the final round of the... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Volunteers serve Fresno County's needy Nov 15, 2009
Her group benefited from a grant from Youth Service America, through the Walt Disney Co.. Now in its eighth year, Serve Fresno Day usually runs in conjunction with the National Family Volunteer Day, an annual day of service on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Google buys S.D. startup Gizmo5; price not t... Nov 15, 2009
Encouraging earnings news from major retailers and The Walt Disney Co. drew investors back into the stock market one day after a big drop. Upbeat quarterly reports from Abercrombie , J.C. Penney and Disney offset worries about a disappointing consumer confidence report. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
US stocks advance Nov 15, 2009
US stocks rose, extending a second straight weekly advance, as higher-than-estimated earnings at Walt Disney Co. and Abercrombie & Fitch Co. overshadowed an unexpected drop in consumer confidence. The US dollar declined against most major counterparts and oil fell to a one-month low. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Full steam ahead Nov 15, 2009
Despite the efforts and its popularity, no movie was ever in the pipeline There was a meeting between Tezuka and Walt Disney as far back as in 1964 with a view of making a film, but nothing materialised. Until now. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Disney World Steps Up H1N1 Fight Nov 15, 2009
In an effort to halt the spread of H1N1, also known as swine flu, Walt Disney World this week installed dozens of hand sanitizer dispensers throughout the theme park, the Orlando Sentinel reported. The gadgets also now grace Disney World's hotel lobbies and character meet-and-greet areas. (Fox News)
Stocks Dismiss Deficit, Sentiment Data Nov 15, 2009
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Orlando Discount Cards and Coupons Nov 15, 2009
Families who plan to vacation in the Orlando area home to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Florida, and SeaWorld Orlando, among many other attractions can benefit from free and low-cost sources for saving money ... Resorts include Walt Disney World Resort Swan and Dolphin, Hotel Universal, Sheraton Vistana Resort, and Nickelodeon Suites ... A trip to Orlando, especially when planning to visit major attractions like Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and Sea World, can be expensive. (Suite101.com)
Disney helps offset dip in confidence Nov 14, 2009
Encouraging results from Walt Disney and Abercrombie & Fitch helped Wall Street edge higher on Friday, offsetting data showing a surprise drop in US consumer confidence. Sentiment among American shoppers fell in early November to the weakest in three months, according to the index compiled by the University of Michigan. (FT.com -- Markets)
Fed Could Offer `Backstop' to Firms with Enough Collateral, Dudley Says Nov 14, 2009
U.S. stocks rose, extending a second straight weekly advance, as higher-than-estimated earnings at Walt Disney Co. and Abercrombie & Fitch Co. overshadowed an unexpected drop in consumer confidence. The Standard & Poors 500 Index rose 0. (Bloomberg -- US)
Retailers’ results counter confidence report Nov 14, 2009
Encouraging earnings news from major retailers and Walt Disney drew investors back into the market after Thursday s drop. Upbeat reports from Abercrombie & Fitch and others offset worries about disappointing consumer confidence, which some investors feel may affect holiday spending, and a rise in the nation s trade deficit that was bigger than forecast. (Boston Globe)
Walt Disney climbs on surprise profit Nov 14, 2009
Walt Disney Co. surprised investors with an 18 percent jump in fiscal fourth-quarter profit and disclosed a job switch that might point to a successor to CEO Robert Iger. Iger told analysts he was behind the decision to make finance chief Tom Staggs parks and resorts chairman, while making parks chairman Jay Rasulo chief financial officer. (Boston Globe)
Amid job losses, confidence drops Nov 14, 2009
The dollar dropped after the reports, while stocks climbed as higher-than-expected earnings at Walt Disney Co. and Abercrombie & Fitch Co. overshadowed the drop in confidence. The yen climbed to 89. (Boston Globe)
'Come and Feel the Passion' Nov 14, 2009
That customer looked at her drawings and told her she should work for Walt Disney Studios, which is just what she did ... She even had the chance to meet Walt Disney himself. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Earnings push stocks up Nov 14, 2009
Encouraging earnings news from major retailers and The Walt Disney Co. drew investors back into the stock market to cap a second big week of gains ... Earnings reports push stocks higher; Dow gains 73 Articles (11-13) 14:55 PST New York (AP) -- Encouraging earnings news from major retailers and The Walt Disney Co. drew investors back into the stock market to cap a second big week of gains. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
* World Business Quick Take Nov 14, 2009
The Walt Disney Co posted a surprise 18 percent increase in fourth-quarter earnings on Thursday and announced an executive job switch that might point to an eventual successor to chief executive Robert Iger. Iger, 58, said he was behind the decision to turn chief financial officer Tom Staggs into the parks and resorts chairman, while making parks chairman Jay Rasulo the new CFO. Net income rose to US$895 million, or US$0. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Disney shares up after strong 4Q results Nov 14, 2009
Shares of the Walt Disney Co. got a boost Friday after the company posted a surprise 18 percent jump in its fiscal fourth-quarter profit and announced an executive job switch that might point to a successor to CEO Robert Iger ... Disney shares jump after strong 4Q results Articles (11-13) 10:47 PST NEW YORK, (AP) -- Shares of the Walt Disney Co. got a boost Friday after the company posted a surprise 18 percent jump in its fiscal fourth-quarter profit and announced an executive job switch that. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Monsters, Inc. Nov 14, 2009
99 Publisher: Walt Disney Home Entertainment Genre: AnimationDisc Format: Blu-ray Release Date: US: November 10, 2009More Movie Info: Click Here for More Blu-ray Info. Huge selection and savings. (IGN FilmForce)
Disney - and Carrey - slaughter classic ‘Christmas Carol' Nov 14, 2009
The film is produced by ImageMovers and Walt Disney Pictures and has a running time of 96 minutes. Article Rating. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
UAB Cross Country Set for 2009 NCAA South Regional Nov 14, 2009
40 set at last year's Walt Disney World Classic. "I also hope for big things from ," Boldon said. (Uabsports.com)
Earnings Reports Push Stocks Higher; Dow Gains 73 Nov 14, 2009
Encouraging earnings news from major retailers and The Walt Disney Co. drew investors back into the stock market to cap a second big week of gains. Rick Dreiling, center, Chairman and CEO of Dollar General smiles as the stock lists for trading at the New York Stock Exchange and starts trading under the symbol DG Friday, Nov. 13, 2009. (ABC News -- Wire)
Treasury Yields Slip After Auctions as Stocks Gain Nov 14, 2009
The quiet trading in bonds came as positive reports from The Walt Disney Co. and retailers Abercrombie Co. and J.C. Penney Co. offset a weak reading on consumer confidence. The reports helped lift stocks. (ABC News -- Wire)
Business Highlights Nov 14, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) Encouraging earnings news from major retailers and The Walt Disney Co. drew investors back into the stock market one day after a big drop. Upbeat quarterly reports Friday from Abercrombie Co., J.C. Penney Co. and Disney offset worries about a disappointing consumer confidence report. (ABC News -- Wire)
For the Record Nov 14, 2009
At Walt Disney Resort. Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Leonard's 64 gives him second-round lead at Disney Nov 14, 2009
Justin Leonard watches his putt on the ninth hole during the second round of the Children's Miracle Network Classic PGA golf tournament at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Friday, Nov. 13, 2009. (Longview Daily News, WA)
GEICO Gecko Turns Up the Buzz on Disney's "The Princess and the Frog" Nov 14, 2009
"We are thrilled to be working with GEICO for the first time, said Cherise McVicar, senior vice president, national promotions, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. Together, we have developed a truly collaborative and tremendous business relationship. We have always felt that the fun Frog Prince from juxtaposed with GEICO's clever Gecko would be the perfect match for a television campaign. We're delighted to see this program come to life.Disneys marks the return to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Canada's Dollar Advances on Speculation Global Recovery Gaining Momentum Nov 14, 2009
U.S. stocks advanced as better-than-estimated earnings at Walt Disney Co. and overshadowed the unexpected slump in consumer confidence. The Index rose 0. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Billerica band takes top spot in regional competition Nov 14, 2009
In mid-December the band and color guard will be traveling to Orlando, Florida to march in the Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade on Main Street USA as Walt Disney World. Billerica was selected to perform after submitting audition tapes to the Walt Disney Company. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Disney CEO hints at successor as profits rise Nov 14, 2009
Reed Saxon / APThe Walt Disney Co. on Thursday posted a surprise 18 percent increase in fourth-quarter earnings as its movie studio recovered from a lengthy downturn ... LOS ANGELES - The Walt Disney Co. posted a surprise 18 percent increase in fourth-quarter earnings Thursday and announced an executive job switch that might point to an eventual successor to Chief Executive Robert Iger. (MSNBC -- Business)
Disney Q4 Profits Up 18% on Cable Strength Nov 14, 2009
Walt Disney Co.'s (DIS) fiscal fourth-quarter profit grew 18% amid a merger-related gain while the company's network business reported strength thanks to cable channels ESPN and ABC Family ... Disneyland ended discounts in August and has raised ticket prices, while Walt Disney World continues to offer deals ... NEW YORK -(Dow Jones)- Walt Disney Co. (DIS) said Thursday that fiscal fourth-quarter profit rose 18%, driven by strength at its cable networks, and its key theme parks division showed... (SmartMoney)
Stocks turn higher after trade data Nov 14, 2009
Reports from The Walt Disney Co. as well as retailers Abercrombie & Fitch Co. and J.C. Penney Co. are offsetting worries Friday about a disappointing consumer confidence report and an increase in the nation's trade deficit. Investors are hoping improved results at retailers means consumers will spend more as they shop for the holidays. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Stocks Close Up After Light Trading Friday Nov 14, 2009
Improving profits from The Walt Disney Co., Abercrombie Co. and J.C. Penney Co. Friday offset worries about a disappointing consumer confidence report. The Dow Jones industrial average rose 73 to 10,270 in light trading, a day after falling 94. (KWTX.com, TX)
Disney in CFO Swap Nov 14, 2009
On a day when it reported fiscal fourth quarter results that beat analyst estimates on practically every front, The Walt Disney Co. said its long-time chief financial officer Thomas Staggs would step down from that position to become chairman of Disney's Parks and Resorts division. At the same time, former Parks and Resorts chairman head James (Jay) Rasulo would become CFO.. (Multichannel News)
Cleveland Browns avert local TV blackout Nov 14, 2009
ESPN is a unit of The Walt Disney Co.. . (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Sporting push boosts Disney profit 18% Nov 14, 2009
WALT DISNEY Company, the world's largest media group, reported fourth-quarter profit rose 18 per cent, exceeding analysts' estimates, on higher fees from pay TV operators that carry its ESPN sports programming. Net profit rose to $US895 million ($962 million) or US47c a share, from $US760 million, or US40c, a year earlier, Disney said on Thursday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Wall Street rises on upbeat corporate earnings Nov 14, 2009
Walt Disney, the world's largest media company, added more than4 percent after saying fourth-quarter profit climbed 18 percent. Abercrombie & Fitch reported a third-quarter adjusted profit of 30cents per share. (Xinhuanet, China)
2009 Women's Soccer Season Review Nov 14, 2009
The Marist women's soccer team started the season with a cross-country plane trip to California, and wrapped it up by travelling to Walt Disney World for the 2009 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Championship. The Red Foxes set a number of records during the 2009 season, as a team and individually. (Goredfoxes.com)
'Passion of the Christ for kids' Nov 14, 2009
Walt Disney is to promote its $US100 million ($A126 million) adaptation of C.S. Lewis' The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe as a "Passion of the Christ for kids" in an attempt to secure worldwide Christian support for the film. Disney executives have organised private meetings with several church groups in America to emphasise the themes of Christian redemption and sacrifice contained in the film, which will open in December with an all-star cast. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
* World News Quick Take Nov 13, 2009
Stephen Slesinger Inc filed papers in US District Court in Los Angeles on Nov. 5 to notify the court that it is appealing to collect past royalties from Walt Disney Co and redress for past improper business practices. Disney said claims by the late Stephen Slesingers family were dismissed in federal court in September. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
THOMAS L. FRIEDMAN: Trucks, trains and the rain forest trees Nov 13, 2009
Seeking to help fight climate change, the Walt Disney Co. says it will spend $7 million in partnership with three conservation groups to protect tens of thousands of acres of forest lands in the Congo basin, the Amazon basin and in two regions of the United States. The projects announced Tuesday are designed to work with local communities to either plant trees or set aside forest lands for protection against logging. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
LETTER: Government not good at running a business Nov 13, 2009
father bob wrote on Nov 10, 2009 9:32 AM:" The Walt Disney Co.s plan to build a theme park in the Chinese city of Shanghai marks the largest foreign investment ($3.5 billion) yet in that country. Its also the first time the countrys totalitarian government has allowed an icon of Western culture to set up shop. The deal makes sense when one considers how much Disney has depended on cheap Chinese labor to manufacture its merchandise.~TZ~ ". father bob wrote on Nov 10, 2009 11:04 AM:" Harry Potter... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
