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Disney Named One of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” for 2020 by Fortune

The Walt Disney Company has just been recognized among the “World’s Most Admired Companies” on Fortune’s annual list for 2020. Disney was featured in the February issue of the publication, as well as on Fortune.com today. Disney is ranked at number 4 overall for the second consecutive year. The company has held the top spot Disney Named One of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” for 2020 by Fortune

Disney Parks Designer Collection Creations Arriving This Month to Epcot International Festival of the Arts

Three of the artists who have designed ear hats and headbands as part of the Disney Parks Designer Collection will be stopping by the Epcot International Festival of the Arts in the days ahead to meet and greet guests. The newest ear hat in the collection was designed by Disney artist Dave Perillo. The ear hat Disney Parks Designer Collection Creations Arriving This Month to Epcot International Festival of the Arts

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Closed January 20-22 Due to Forecasted Cold Temps

Due to forecasted cold weather, Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park is closed today, Monday, January 20th through Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020. Projected high temperatures are in the low 60’s, dipping to 57 degrees on Tuesday. As a reminder, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park is currently closed for refurbishment. At the time of publication, Blizzard Beach is slated to reopen on Thursday, January 23rd Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Closed January 20-22 Due to Forecasted Cold Temps

Disney is Cracking Down on Etsy Sellers Offering Unlicensed Baby Yoda Merchandise

Fans of The Mandalorian on Disney+ collectively lost their minds when “The Child” appeared in the new series. Demand for merchandise featuring the adorable Baby Yoda was fierce and Disney didn’t release anything prior to the show’s premiere as not to spoil the surprise. In the meantime, Etsy shop owners took out their crochet hooks along with Disney is Cracking Down on Etsy Sellers Offering Unlicensed Baby Yoda Merchandise

Disney Moves Away from Fox Brand; Studios Now 20th Century Studios and Searchlight Pictures

In a move that insiders reportedly characterized as “rather inevitable,” The Walt Disney Company has decided to drop the “Fox” branding from its 21st Century Fox properties, 20th Century Fox and Fox Searchlight Pictures studios. The Walt Disney Company acquired the 21st Century Fox properties, including 20th Century Fox and Fox Searchlight Pictures, for $71.3 Disney Moves Away from Fox Brand; Studios Now 20th Century Studios and Searchlight Pictures