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Twinsburg, Ohio Hosts Annual Twins Festival
CultureThe Independent9d ago

Twinsburg, Ohio Hosts Annual Twins Festival

Twinsburg, Ohio, becomes a unique destination for identical and fraternal twins during its annual festival, described by attendees as their 'Disneyland' for the experience of seeing doubles.

Disneyland's Origins Linked to Factory Automation
Businesstelex1mo ago

Disneyland's Origins Linked to Factory Automation

Disneyland, a leading theme park, owes its existence to a memorable factory visit and the advancements in automation, which played a crucial role in the development of one of Disney's most profitable businesses.

Thousands Evacuated in Southern California Due to Chemical Leak Threat
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Thousands Evacuated in Southern California Due to Chemical Leak Threat

Approximately 40,000 residents in Southern California have been evacuated due to the risk of an explosion or leak from a toxic chemical tank near Disneyland. Authorities are on high alert as the dangerous chemical poses a significant threat to the surrounding area.

Ride Collapses at Fair in Bihar, Injuring Several
CultureTimes of India3mo ago

Ride Collapses at Fair in Bihar, Injuring Several

A ride at a 'Disneyland fair' in Sasaram, Bihar, collapsed on Friday, resulting in injuries to several children and women. The injured were promptly taken to Sadar Hospital, and authorities are investigating the incident.

CATL Plans $5 Billion Share Placement, Stock Falls
FinanceReutersbloombergFT+9The GuardiancnbcSCMPdie-presseaktualne-czhvgchannel-news-asiaseeking-alpha+1 more3mo ago12 sources

CATL Plans $5 Billion Share Placement, Stock Falls

Chinese battery giant CATL announced plans to raise $5 billion through a share placement, leading to an 8% drop in its stock price. This fundraising initiative comes as the company also secures its first major sodium-ion deal for energy storage.

Bluey Debuts Live Band Show at Disneyland
Culturebillboard4mo ago

Bluey Debuts Live Band Show at Disneyland

The popular children's character Bluey has made her Disneyland debut with a new live band show titled 'Bluey’s Best Day Ever!', featuring new arrangements of beloved music from the series.

Canadian travellers have not gotten over their beef with Trump, and snowbird destinations could feel the pinch
BusinessBusiness InsiderYahoo5mo ago2 sources

Canadian travellers have not gotten over their beef with Trump, and snowbird destinations could feel the pinch

Snowbird destinations from Palm Springs to southern Florida are feeling the impact as Canadians remain hesitant about traveling to the US. Sarah Gray/Business Insider New data from Longwoods International shows Canadians are still hesitant about traveling to the US. Major snowbird destinations from Palm Springs, California, to southern Florida are feeling the impact. Canadians are opting for Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean instead, or for domestic travel. Canadian travellers are still unhappy with President Donald Trump, and that's affecting the 2026 outlook of visitors to the US from Canada. In 2025, there was a noticeable travel chill from the US's northern neighbor, following President Donald Trump's quips about the "51st state" and the levying of hefty tariffs. A January survey of more than 1,000 Canadian prospective travelers found that they remain hesitant to travel to the US and would rather support domestic tourism, according to Longwoods International, a tourism industry market research company. According to Longwoods International, 55% of surveyed Canadian travelers report that they intend to travel to the US within the next 12 months, which remains mostly unchanged from 54% reported in October 2025. Among those who intend to make the trip, only 9% say they have already made bookings. In 2025, 4 million fewer Canadian travelers visited the US than the previous year, marking a 22% drop, according to the US Commerce Department's National Travel and Tourism Office. Seventy-three percent of Canadian respondents to the latest survey, who said they changed their 2026 travel plans to avoid the US, cited economic policies and tariffs. Other factors are also at work. More than 40% of respondents told Longwoods International that they strongly or somewhat disagree that the US is a place that values international travelers, welcomes travelers with diverse backgrounds, is a safe place to visit, and feels welcoming in general, and the number of Canadians who agree that the US feels safe to visit has been declining over the past year. Popular destinations for Canadian snowbirds, such as southern California and Florida, have been trying to woo them back. But it appears that those attempts have fallen flat as Trump continues to threaten Canada with tariffs and recently threatened to delay the opening of a bridge Canada paid for. In 2025, California's Gov. Gavin Newsom began trying to convince Canadians with targeted video campaigns that California welcomes them. Recently, heart-shaped banners featuring the Canadian flag also popped up in Palm Springs, which, according to the Los Angeles Times, is feeling a chill this winter from fewer Canadian tourists. "Sure, you-know-who is trying to stir things up back in DC, but don't let that ruin your beach plans," Newsom said in a campaign video. "California is the ultimate playground — over 2,000 miles from Washington and a world away in mindset." According to Visit California, the number of Canadian visitors to the state still fell by over 18% in 2025 compared to the year prior, slipping to 1.4 million. In 2024, Visit California showed that 1.7 million Canadians visited the state and spent around $3.7 billion. Even Disney, the happiest place on earth, is feeling the impact as international travelers skip the US. In the Walt Disney Company's first-quarter earnings report earlier in February, the company said it is facing "international visitation headwinds" at its US parks, including Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California. Visit Florida lists Canada as the state's top source of international visitors, with around 3.4 million travelers from Canada to the state in 2024. In 2025, the state saw a 15% year-over-year drop, according to Visit Florida, with only 2.9 million visitors from Canada. Canadian airlines Air Transat and WestJet are also suspending all or some flights from Canada to the US this summer. "We saw a notable decline in transborder travel demand throughout 2025," Julia Kaiser, media relations advisor for WestJet, told Global News earlier in February. "As a result, we made timely decisions to modify our network to stay aligned with where Canadians want to go." The slowdown in trips to the US doesn't mean that Canadians are no longer traveling. Longwoods International said that 45% of Canadian travelers who changed their plans for a US trip now say they would substitute it with a domestic trip, while about a quarter of prospective travelers are looking toward Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean. As of February 17, China also opened up visa-free entry for all Canadian citizens, allowing up to 30 days of travel for business, tourism, family visits, or transit. Read the original article on Business Insider

Woman Arrested After Stabbing Four Men in Central London
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Woman Arrested After Stabbing Four Men in Central London

A 47-year-old woman was arrested in central London after allegedly stabbing four men near Covent Garden. Police indicated that the incident appeared to be related to mental health issues.

Typhoon Noul Hits Hong Kong as Shein Prepares for IPO
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Typhoon Noul Hits Hong Kong as Shein Prepares for IPO

Typhoon Noul made landfall in Hong Kong, causing scaffolding to be ripped from buildings and leading to school suspensions. Meanwhile, Shein revealed key financials ahead of its anticipated Hong Kong IPO, reporting a profit decline.

European Heatwave Disrupts Transport and Closes Landmarks
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European Heatwave Disrupts Transport and Closes Landmarks

The ongoing heatwave across Europe is causing widespread disruptions, including the early closure of major landmarks like the Louvre and Eiffel Tower in Paris, and affecting public transport services in Belgium and the UK. Nuclear reactors in France have also seen production cuts or shutdowns due to the extreme temperatures.

Disneyland Paris Officially Opens Disney Adventure World
Culturele-figaroforbesvariety4mo ago3 sources

Disneyland Paris Officially Opens Disney Adventure World

Disneyland Paris has officially opened its new Disney Adventure World, which includes the debut of the 'World of Frozen' attraction featuring an ice sculpture fountain, a Frozen Ever After ride, and a walking Olaf character.

Italy Probes Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics Over Marketing Practices
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Italy Probes Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics Over Marketing Practices

Italy's competition regulator, AGCM, has opened two investigations against LVMH-owned Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics, probing alleged unfair commercial practices and 'insidious' social media marketing encouraging young girls to purchase skincare products.

Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Iron Man for Disneyland Attraction
Cultureignscreen-rant9h ago2 sources

Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Iron Man for Disneyland Attraction

Robert Downey Jr. is reprising his role as Iron Man for a new attraction at Disneyland's Avengers Campus, titled 'Avengers Infinity Defense.' In this new experience, visitors will join Iron Man to fight Thanos, despite Downey Jr. previously expressing a preference for Doctor Doom.

Hong Kong Film Producer Nansun Shi Dies at 75
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Hong Kong Film Producer Nansun Shi Dies at 75

Nansun Shi, a celebrated Hong Kong film producer known for her work on films like 'Infernal Affairs' and a pioneer of Hong Kong cinema's golden age, has died at the age of 75. Her passing marks the end of an era for a significant figure in the region's film industry.

One Dead, Nine Missing After Chemical Tank Rupture in Washington State
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One Dead, Nine Missing After Chemical Tank Rupture in Washington State

A chemical tank rupture at a paper mill in Washington state has resulted in one fatality and left nine people missing. The incident involved millions of liters of corrosive substance, causing injuries and a large fire.

California Chemical Tank Heats Up, Prompting Evacuations
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California Chemical Tank Heats Up, Prompting Evacuations

A chemical tank in Southern California began heating up, risking an explosion and prompting the evacuation of approximately 40,000 residents. Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency as authorities sought solutions to prevent a major chemical disaster.

Family's Disneyland smuggling video goes viral
Worldjutarnji-list3mo ago

Family's Disneyland smuggling video goes viral

A video showing parents allegedly smuggling their child into Disneyland to save 80 euros has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread debate and criticism. Social media users questioned the ethics of the act and the cost of theme park visits.

Josh Groban Engaged to Natalie McQueen at Disneyland
Culturevijesti-mebillboard3mo ago2 sources

Josh Groban Engaged to Natalie McQueen at Disneyland

Singer Josh Groban has announced his engagement to theater actress Natalie McQueen, proposing to her in a romantic setting at Disneyland. Groban shared the news, stating his "best friend said yes."

French Police Foil Bomb Attack Outside Bank of America in Paris, Suspect Detained
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French Police Foil Bomb Attack Outside Bank of America in Paris, Suspect Detained

French authorities successfully thwarted an apparent bomb attack outside a Bank of America branch in Paris, arresting a man who allegedly attempted to ignite a homemade explosive device in the city's 8th arrondissement, with a counter-terrorism investigation now underway and one suspect detained.

Asos Co-founder Dies in Thailand, Girlfriend Doubts Suicide
Worldindex-hrjutarnji-list5mo ago2 sources

Asos Co-founder Dies in Thailand, Girlfriend Doubts Suicide

The girlfriend of Asos co-founder Quentin Griffiths, who died after falling from a balcony in Thailand, stated she doesn't believe he committed suicide. Police reported he fell from the 17th floor of a residential building in Pattaya.