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A still from Inside Out 2. The director and the writers say they found inspiration for the film from their own childhoods and children. Photo: Disney/Pixar
Wellness

How Inside Out 2 writers looked to own pasts and kids for inspiration

‘That feeling of not feeling good enough is where a lot of this began,’ says director of starting point for record-grossing animated film.

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China economy

Shanghai banks on top international artists to draw tourism spending

Fame and celebrity

Who is actress Skai Jackson’s baby daddy, the controversial Deondre Burgin?

Hong Kong

Warner’s Max launches in Asia, taking on Netflix in Hong Kong

The US streaming service is gunning for the top-three position in its new Asian markets, WBD CEO JB Perrette says.

Warner Bros Discovery is bringing its Max streaming service to Hong Kong, along with content such as the Harry Potter series. Photo: Handout
What to do in Hong Kong

5 movies and TV shows to watch in Hong Kong this weekend, Nov 8-10

New Hong Kong cinema release The Last Dance, Netflix film Babylon and Disney+ Korean drama series Gangnam B-Side all make our list this week.

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Tourism

What sets Disney cruises apart from its parks? The luxury experience

By 2031 the company will have 13 ships, up from its current five. These are billion-dollar investments – but Disney thinks they’re worth it.

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From our archives

On This Day | Hong Kong inks deal to build Disney theme park in 1999 – SCMP archive

Twenty-five years ago in 1999, the creation of a Disneyland resort in Hong Kong was announced.

Hong Kong’s then-chief executive Tung Chee-hwa shakes hand with Mickey Mouse at Government House in 1999. Photo: SCMP
Fame and celebrity

Meet Maria Cahill, wife of Wizards of Waverly Place star David Henrie

Cahill was an avid dancer growing up and went on to win beauty pageants; she suffered 8 miscarriages but had her first child 9 months after receiving a blessing from the Pope – now she’s a mum of 3.

American cinema

He wore out his Tron VHS tape. Now he’s making his 2nd Tron game

Mike Bithell of Bithell Games talks about Tron: Catalyst, whose 2025 release ties in with Tron: Ares, the next film in the sci-fi saga.

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Trending in China

Outrage as China tourist strikes Winnie the Pooh actor at Shanghai Disneyland

Disneyland costumes have a lot of metal support bars, increasing likelihood of injuries.

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A wave of outrage swept through social media after a Chinese tourist struck the beloved Winnie the Pooh actor at Shanghai Disneyland. Photo: SCMP composite/AFP/X.com
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong Disneyland to raise ticket prices by as much as 13%

One-day tickets will cost 5 to 7 per cent more and annual membership prices will increase by 3 to 13 per cent starting Wednesday.

Visitors at the entrance of Hong Kong’s Disneyland theme park. Photo: Jonathan Wong
American cinema

Joker 2 to Wicked, 12 Hollywood movies to watch in autumn 2024

Blockbusters, sequels and prequels, from It Ends With Us to Wicked and sequels to Moana, Joker and Gladiator – here is a selection of the Hollywood films coming to cinemas near you this autumn.

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Get to Know

Meet Bella Thorne: Zendaya’s Disney co-star, who was on OnlyFans, is moving on

Thorne ditched Disney for horror films and shows like American Horror Stories; these days, she’s starring in a new film with Ryan Phillippe, while preparing for her wedding and calling out Ozempic

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China economy

Shanghai woos tourists with 700 shows featuring top global artists

Shanghai targets 20,000 extra overseas visitors with high-profile China Shanghai International Arts Festival, aiming to boost the city’s economy and international standing.

Shanghai has been actively developing cultural tourism, banking on concerts and operas to lure visitors. Photo: Bloomberg
Fame and celebrity

Who is Skai Jackson, the pregnant Disney star who was recently arrested?

The Jessie star has a history of controversy, having feuded with Bhad Bhabie and Azealia Banks – during her arrest, she told police she was happily engaged and expecting with her boyfriend

Skai Jackson is reportedly engaged and expecting. Photo: @skaijackson/Instagram
United States

Disney drops bid to have restaurant death suit tossed over victim’s Disney+

The firm earlier argued that a widower, whose wife died of a food allergy, couldn’t sue because of a clause in his TV streaming agreement.

United States

Disney says man can’t sue over wife’s death because he signed up for Disney+

Kanokporn Tangsuan allegedly died of an allergic reaction after eating a meal at Disney World that a waiter ‘guaranteed’ was allergen-free.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong Disneyland plans Marvel-ous time with coming Spider-Man attraction

City’s Disney resort hints Spidey to make big appearance fighting a major villain, after fan expo event unveils new offerings.

Hong Kong Disneyland has hinted the web-slinging superhero will be at the centre of the action for its coming attraction. Photo: Handout
Shanghai

Shanghai Disney adding Spider-Man-themed ride to ensnare Chinese visitors

The forthcoming attraction, which will offer guests a high-speed, fully immersive experience, is based on the popular Marvel Super Heroes.

Fame and celebrity

Meet Disney CEO Bob Iger’s multifaceted TV journalist wife, Willow Bay

It has emerged that Disney CEO Bob Iger and his wife are considering buying a US$50 million stake in a women’s football team – so who is the multi-millionaire’s partner, Willow Bay?

Viral stories

‘Disney princess’ Japan mother teaches others to live like her in ‘castle’

A mother of three in Japan has become a social media hit in China for transforming herself daily into a Disney princess, both in looks and behaviour.

A mother in Japan is living the dream of being a Disney princess while teaching others to do the same. Photo: SCMP composite/IG@grace_sally0806_marilyn
Fame and celebrity

Meet Candace Bure’s lookalike daughter, who’s dating Bradley Steven Perry

Another day, another Hollywood relationship hard launch – and this time Disney meets Hallmark as Bradley Steven Perry appears to be dating actress Natasha Bure, so what do we know about her?

Meet Natasha Bure, Full House star Candace Bure’s daughter, Bradley Steven Perry’s girlfriend ... and a star in her own right. Photo: @natashabure/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

Meet Ross Lynch, who Troye Sivan gave a lap dance to for ‘One of Your Girls’

The Australian musician gave the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina actor Ross Lynch a seductive lap dance at his recent concert in London, fuelling romance rumours

Millionaires and billionaires

Meet Walt Disney’s billionaire-bashing grandniece, Abigail Disney

From her strong opinions on taxes to criticising wealth accumulation, here are 5 things you need to know about the multimillionaire Disney heiress

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Time to dust off plans for Disney expansion

On the back of a strong rebound in visitor numbers, Hong Kong Disneyland stands to benefit along with the city from a massive taxpayer investment while the city’s integration with the Greater Bay Area only enhances its prospects.

Visitors at Hong Kong Disneyland, which reduced its net losses by 83 per cent to HK$356 million (US$45.6 million) in 2023. Photo: SCMP / Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong economy

Does Singapore deal with Disney Cruise Line mean ship has sailed for Hong Kong?

Hong Kong’s two cruise terminals have still to recover from Covid-related lockdown.

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Disney Dream, one of the company’s cruise ships, in Portugal last year. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong Disneyland posts 83% reduction in losses in post-pandemic rebound

Despite recording ninth straight year of losses, theme park’s revenue soared 156 per cent to HK$5.7 billion last year as visitors return.

Celebrity Families

Meet Zac Efron’s younger brother Dylan, who’s joining The Traitors Season 3

Zac Efron’s little brother Dylan is about to join Sam Asghari and Chrishell Stause on The Traitors Season 3 – and the Disney alum is feeling confident that his sibling might win the show

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The Walt Disney Co was founded by Walter Disney, who is best known for creating such cartoon characters as Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck and for pioneering theme parks. The group has theme parks in the US, Europe, Japan, China and Hong Kong.
last updated:
27 August, 2024
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