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Disney, DeSantis-backed board reach settlement agreement
Disney and the state of Florida have reached a settlement agreement in their lawsuit about who controls Walt Disney World’s governing district, the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board announced Wednesday. Members of the board approved ...The Hill - Politics -
Disney Succumbs to DeSantis in Fight Over Florida Tax District
The Republican governor says the truce vindicates the state, while the entertainment company views the agreement as serving the interests of all parties.The Wall Street Journal - World - Florida -
Disney Succumbs to DeSantis in Fight Over Florida Tax District
The Republican governor says the truce vindicates the state, while the entertainment company views the agreement as serving the interests of all parties.The Wall Street Journal - Business - Florida -
Disney and DeSantis allies end legal dispute
The two sides have been fighting over who gets control of Disney's Florida theme park resort.BBC News - Top stories -
Elliot Page: Effects of LGBTQ rights being 'revoked' is 'devastating'
Elliot Page is speaking out about the “devastating” effects of LGBTQ rights being “revoked, restricted and eliminated throughout the world.” The “Umbrella Academy” star, who came out as transgender in 2020, appeared Sunday at the Juno Awards in ...The Hill - Politics -
Chevron manager jailed in Venezuela amid crackdown on government critics
The Associated Press has learned that a former Venezuelan fighter pilot jailed in Venezuela in February for his ties to a prominent human rights attorney is an employee of U.S. oil firm ChevronABC News - World -
Binance executive detained in Nigeria amid a crypto crackdown has escaped custody
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Binance executive detained in Nigeria amid a crypto crackdown has escaped custody
Authorities in Nigeria say an executive of global cryptocurrency exchange Binance has escaped custody in the West African nation where a criminal investigation has been launched against the platform accused of being used for money launderingABC News - World - Crypto -
Migrants using deadly Arizona border crossing amid Texas crackdown
As Texas continues its crackdown on illegal border crossings, many migrants are attempting to cross the border in Arizona. But that crossing can be much more dangerous. Camilo Montoya-Galvez gets a first-hand look at the risky route.CBS News - Top stories - Arizona -
Attorneys try to stop DeSantis appointees from giving depositions in Disney lawsuit
Attorneys for the Walt Disney World governing district taken over last year by Gov. Ron DeSantis’ supporters don’t want the governor’s appointees answering questions under oath as part of a lawsuit against DisneyABC News - Entertainment -
Disney agrees to settle Florida lawsuit with special district backed by DeSantis
The suit was related to the takeover of the district at the behest of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis after Disney had opposed the state's "Don't Say Gay" law.CNBC - Business - Florida -
Settlement reached in lawsuit between Ron DeSantis allies and Disney
Allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney reached a settlement agreement Wednesday in a lawsuit over who controls Walt Disney World’s governing district.NBC News - Top stories -
Settlement reached in lawsuit between Gov. DeSantis allies and Disney
The settlement ended almost two years of litigationCBS News - Top stories -
Disney and DeSantis-appointed Florida oversight board settle lawsuit
Disney and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District settle a lawsuit over the powers of the special body that controls the land Walt Disney World sits on.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - Florida -
Disney and DeSantis allies reach settlement in special district fight
Disney and allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis have reached a settlement in a lawsuit over control of a special district in the state. The litigation began after DeSantis' attempted takeover of the district after the company voiced opposition to ...NBC News - Politics -
Settlement reached in lawsuit between Disney and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' allies
A settlement was reached, ending almost two years of litigation.ABC News - Entertainment - Florida -
Disney Ends Its Fight With DeSantis Over Resort Development
The entertainment giant and the Florida governor have been sparring for two years over control of a tax district that encompasses Walt Disney World.The New York Times - Business -
Amid book bans, DEI cuts and 'Don't Say Gay' laws, 7 states will mandate LGBTQ-inclusive curricula
Washington will now mandate that the state’s public schools teach LGBTQ history, as red and blue states continue to diverge on whether schools should expose kids to gay and trans identities.NBC News - Politics -
The Most Famous Cowboy Hat in the World Right Now
Beyoncé, Shania Twain, Kevin Costner and many reality TV regulars are loyal customers of Kemo Sabe hats. The shop in Aspen can’t believe its luck.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Walt Disney backed down from a long-running legal battle with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over control of the Orlando-area land that is home to the company's most important resort.
Walt Disney backed down from a long-running legal battle with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over control of the Orlando-area land that is home to the company’s most important resort.The Wall Street Journal - World - Florida -
Eyes in the sky: why drones are ‘beyond effective’ for animal rights campaigners around the world
Inexpensive and easy to use, drones are proving invaluable for activists monitoring illegal fishing, hunting and deforestation – as well as keeping tabs on zoos and aquariums. Late last year, UrgentSeas received an anonymous tip from a former ...The Guardian - World -
"Jeopardy!" host Ken Jennings
He was an all-time "Jeopardy!" champion who is now host of the venerable game show that is marking its 60th year on the air. Correspondent Luke Burbank puts the answers – no, the questions to Ken Jennings about how he trained as a contestant, and ...CBS News - Entertainment -
'You Can't Do That!' Lawmakers' Kids Confront Them Over TikTok Crackdown.
Over burritos. In school drop-off line. Moms and dads of Congress get an earful from their own teens and tweens amid debate over a ban or forced sale of the app.The Wall Street Journal - World - Tiktok -
Apple’s buyback bonanza could be casualty of antitrust crackdown
DoJ is highlighting what it believes is iPhone maker’s insulation from competition and lack of incentive to innovateFinancial Times - Business -
UK accuses groups linked to China of two 'malicious cyber campaigns'
Deputy PM Oliver Dowden announces sanctions against Chinese state-affiliated organisations after hacking attacks.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Shohei Ohtani holds first news conference on gambling allegations against interpreter
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani says he is "very sad and shocked" over the gambling allegations against his former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara during a news conference Monday afternoon.CBS News - Top stories -
Apple announces Worldwide Developers Conference dates, in-person event
Apple has announced their annual developers conference will take place June 10 through June 14ABC News - Tech - Apple -
Thailand lawmakers pass landmark LGBTQ marriage equality bill
The amendment to Thailand's civil laws would make the country the first in Southeast Asia to grant equal marriage rights to people of all genders.CBS News - World -
King Charles Hosts a Fashion Show
Clothes from a collaboration between the king and two designers are on view at a royal estate. Plus, a new line by Isaac Mizrahi (that’s not for QVC).The New York Times - Lifestyle - United Kingdom -
WSL: Arsenal come from behind to beat Aston Villa 3-1 - reaction
Follow live text updates and BBC radio commentary from Sunday's five Women's Super League games.BBC News - Top stories - Premier League -
Northern Ireland record fine win over struggling Scotland - reaction
All the best reaction as Northern Ireland beat Scotland at Hampden thanks to Conor Bradley's first goal for his country.BBC News - Top stories - College Football -
‘Cherry on the Cake’: How China Views the U.S. Crackdown on TikTok
Dan Wang, an expert on China’s technology sector, says Beijing would see a forced sale or ban of the social media platform as a propaganda coup.The New York Times - Business - China