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Disney Dominates Halloween Keyword Ad Spend
Disney characters still reign supreme when it comes to Halloween costumes for children and adults, according to a study by AdGooroo, which analyzed data for 1,128 costume keywords that included text ads and product listing ads in August and September.
New Disney Kingdoms Series to feature Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Disney Parks Blog has revealed that Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, is set to be the focus of a new Disney Kingdoms series.
Deadmau5 Says Archenemy Disney Wanted His Help on ‘Fantasia’ Anniversary
On Monday, Deadmau5 raised new sound and fury at the U.S. Trademark Office over Disney’s attempt to oppose his mark consisting of a caricature of a mouse head with black ears, black face, white eyes and white mouth.
Disney Publishing Worldwide Announces 3 Million-Copy First Printing of #1 Best-Selling Author Rick Riordan’s The Blood of Olympus, Finale in the Heroes of Olympus Series and Last Novel Featuring Percy Jackson
Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW) announced today a 3 million copy first printing of The Blood of Olympus, the fifth and final book in the New York Times #1 best-selling Heroes of Olympus series by Rick Riordan. The Blood of Olympus simultaneously releases in hardcover and as an eBook from Disney Publishing’s Disney-Hyperion imprint, and as an audio version through Listening Library on October 7, 2014. More than forty million books are currently in print in the U.S. across Riordan’s three series from Disney-Hyperion: Percy Jackson & the Olympians, The Kane Chronicles, and The Heroes of Olympus. The books have been translated into 37 languages in 36 countries.
As The Blood of Olympus opens, the Greek and Roman crewmembers of the Argo II have made progress in their many quests, but they still seem no closer to defeating the earth mother, Gaea. Her giants have risen—all of them, and they’re stronger than ever. They must be stopped before the Feast of Spes, when Gaea plans to have two demigods sacrificed in Athens. She needs their blood—the blood of Olympus—in order to wake. The demigods are having more frequent visions of a terrible battle at Camp Half-Blood. The Roman legion from Camp Jupiter, led by Octavian, is almost within striking distance
Video – DuckTales Theme Song With Real Ducks
What’s the only thing better than the DuckTales theme song? The DuckTales theme song with real ducks!
Video – Family Creates Frozen’s Olaf With Florida Sand
Frozen’s Olaf is enjoying a summer in the sun. Each summer vacation, the Dorf family chooses a Disney character to design and build in the sand in Florida. This year it was Olaf from ‘Frozen’ that was built.
Disney and Marvel Kids Sunglasses Recalled Due to Lead Paint
At least 20 styles of Disney (DIS) and Marvel branded kids’ sunglasses were recalled because they were made with lead paint, in violation of federal law, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Thursday.
Red Cross and Disney Honor National Preparedness Month: Arming Kids and Families with New Resources to Prepare for Disasters
The American Red Cross and Disney today unveiled a new disaster preparedness video, featuring Disney Channel star Cameron Boyce, to help teach kids and families the importance of preparing for natural disasters and other emergencies. The spot will run on Disney Channel as part of National Preparedness Month in September.
“When a disaster strikes, it is critical that the entire family is prepared,” said Gail McGovern, president and CEO of the American Red Cross. “Disney’s continued support helps us keep children safe by educating them about the importance of preparedness in ways that are relevant and fun.”
Recycling Initiative at Disney Benefits Local Nonprofit Group
Walt Disney World Resort recently started donating mattresses and box springs to The Mustard Seed of Central Florida, which will recycle the materials, creating jobs for clients they serve.
Starting with 50 mattresses and box springs from Disney’s All-Star Resort in August, the project will expand to other Disney resort hotels later this year. When complete, Mustard Seed is expected to receive more 5,000 mattresses and box spring sets.
“Since receiving these donations from Walt Disney World Resort, we have been able to hire more employees and provide job training services to help those less skilled,” said Kathy Baldwin, executive director of The Mustard Seed of Central Florida. ”
The Mustard Seed of Central Florida hopes to rebuild the lives of families by providing furniture and clothing while also being environmentally responsible. For more than 25 years, the nonprofit has helped families climb out of crisis situations by collecting donated furniture and household items and granting them to pre-qualified families to help them reestablish a home.
The Mustard Seed of Central Florida’s Mattress Recycling Center provides a sustainable alternative to disposing of unneeded mattresses and box springs. Because these materials do not decompose, they place a burden on landfills. For every mattress or box spring deconstructed at The Mustard Seed, 23 cubic feet of landfill is saved and about 85 percent of the material is recycled.
With a strong commitment to minimizing its overall impact on the environment, Walt Disney World Resort encourages and inspires environmentally responsible behavior from its Cast Members, guests and business partners. Recycling is a big part of waste management at Walt Disney World Resort. In 2013, more than 125,000 tons of materials were recycled.
