Disney to lay off about 28,000 parks unit employees due to coronavirus hit
About two-thirds of the laid-off employees will be part-time workers.
Wed Sep 30 2020
Some Disneyland workers protest reopening plans amid pandemic
The company had planned to welcome guests back to Disneyland and neighboring California Adventure starting July 17 but delayed the restart date indefinitely.
Sun Jun 28 2020
Disney to post alligator warning signs after boy's death
Florida's Walt Disney World plans to put up signs warning of the danger of alligators following the death of a toddler snatched from the shore of a resort lake.
Fri Jun 17 2016
Toddler's body recovered after alligator attack at Disney resort near Orlando
The 2-year-old's body "was completely intact" and while an autopsy still has to be completed, it is likely the boy drowned.
Thu Jun 16 2016
Alligator snatches toddler at Florida Disney resort hotel
A search and rescue operation launched after the attack Tuesday night at the Grand Floridian hotel not far from the Magic Kingdom is ongoing.
Wed Jun 15 2016
Selfie sticks are banished from Walt Disney World
Starting Tuesday, Disney tourists will be forced to rely only on their arms for taking photos. The selfie stick has been banned from the land of Mickey Mouse.
Tue Jun 30 2015
'Frozen' sisters Anna and Elsa to host sing-alongs at Walt Disney World
Fans of the Disney box office hit -Frozen- will be elated to learn that royal sisters Anna and Elsa will be on hand to lead daily singalongs all summer at Walt Disney World in Florida.
Fri Jul 04 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024