Topic: The Walt Disney Company

'Star Trek Into Darkness' director J.J. Abrams discusses whether he would take on a third 'Trek' and that new 'Star Wars' movie

'Star Trek Into Darkness' can be seen by 'Trek' fans and newbies, Abrams says, and the opportunity to direct the new 'Star Wars' movie makes him 'feel preposterously lucky.' 'Star Trek Into Darkness' hit theaters May 17.

Modern Parenthood Disney misses the point in response to Merida petition

Disney's latest misstep — turning Merida, its most real-life heroine from "Brave," into a doe-eyed, thin-armed princess — drew ire across the Internet. Disney's much-anticipated response to the outrage was disappointing.

Opinion: What Bangladesh – and US retailers – must do to prevent man-made tragedies

Two man-made tragedies have shaken Bangladesh recently: riots over Islamist demands for blasphemy laws and the garment factory collapse. Bangladesh's response to both will show how well it can meet citizens' needs. US retailers must also take responsibility for factory conditions.

'Star Trek Into Darkness' is a satisfying sequel (+video)

'Star Trek Into Darkness,' a movie which is a sci-fi blowout with overtones of the real world, would probably be met with approval by series creator Gene Roddenberry.

Modern Parenthood Disney Princess Merida makeover: A 7-year-old’s verdict on the 'Brave' heroine

The Disney Princess makeover of the ‘Brave’ character Merida, causes one chubby little red-head looking at all the curves and makeup to ask: “Is that the Evil Merida?”

Bloomberg L.P.: Letting reporters access client data was 'mistake'

Bloomberg L.P. says it has cut off its journalists' special access to its clients' financial services information, describing such access as a 'mistake' in its newsgathering policies. The Federal Reserve is now investigating whether Bloomberg journalists tracked data about top Fed officials. 

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Chinese roll their eyes at local footage added to 'Iron Man 3'

Chinese audiences were unimpressed by the movie's attempt to win them over by inserting a single extra scene set in China. In the future, experts say, Hollywood will have to be more innovative.

20 most obscure team nicknames in pro sports

Most pro team nicknames make sense at some level. But there are a fair number of head-scratching nicknames. Here are 20 with explanations on their selection:

The New Economy When the roof caves in, what should an ethical company do?

The collapse of a garment factory in Bangladesh is forcing Western companies to rethink their operations in the South Asian nation. Ethical firms focus on the big picture.  

Bangladesh disaster: Can US brands repair their reputations?

Global clothing brands scramble to protect their reputations after the Bangladesh disaster: Some promise to make amends, while others lie about their connection to the factory whose collapse killed over 600 people.

Global News Blog Rioting and rubble: What's behind the turbulent times in Bangladesh?

Tens of thousands of Islamists rampaged through Bangladesh's capital today, countering even larger crowds that turned out earlier this year to oust conservative forms of Islam from Bangladeshi politics.

The Walt Disney Company pulls out of Bangladesh: Will that make workers safer?

The Walt Disney Company pulls out of five developing countries – including Bangladesh, site of a devastating building collapse of a garment factory – telling licensees of Disney-brand items of its decision to phase out production there. Critics say pulling out is not the best response.

American Idol: And the winner is, Harry Connick, Jr. (+video)

American Idol recap: On Wednesday night, the top four American Idol contestants battled it out for the second week in a row, except this time they had the help of Harry Connick, Jr..

10 best books of May, according to Amazon's editors

Amazon staffers say these books are the cream of the crop among May releases.

Disney open 24 hours to celebrate start of summer season

Disney announced it will have open 24 hours three of its theme parks. This is not the first time we've seen Disney open 24 hours. 

Modern Parenthood Prince Harry on diaper duty: God save the Queen, or England could goto the men! [+video]

Prince Harry tried his hand at changing a diaper recently and found one hand wasn't enough to do the job well — just look at his facial expression. 

Sigourney Weaver having a ball as a 'peacock' in new play

Sigourney Weaver's role in the play wouldn't even be too much of a stretch — she'd be playing a movie star. The sticky part: This movie star was overindulgent, self-centered and unaware she's on the decline.

Over 80 reportedly killed in Bangladesh garment building collapse (+video)

One day after concerns were raised over cracks in walls, the structure containing several garment factories collapsed. Rescue workers are trying to free people who are still trapped.

Culture Cafe Edward Norton and Michael Keaton will star in the black comedy 'Birdman'

Edward Norton and Michael Keaton have signed on to appear in the comedy 'Birdman,' in which Keaton will play an actor famous for portraying a superhero who tries to revitalize his career. Edward Norton is the stage actor who attempts to stop him.

Carnival cruise ship fails health inspection. Why?

Carnival cruise ship fails health inspection due to flies in kitchen, an unprotected salad bar, and not enough chlorine in the water park pool. This was the first Carnival cruise ship to fail a health inspection in five years, says Carnival.

Modern Parenthood Uganda's 17-year-old chess prodigy travels across the board to Norfolk, Va.

Phiona Mutesi came from a home in Uganda without any running water and electricity, let alone chess resources. But that changed when a chess program planted itself in the community. Now Phiona is in the US, spreading her story and playing chess grandmaster Garry Kasparov. 

Annette Funicello was a Mouseketeer, beach-movie star

Annette Funicello appeared on 'The Mickey Mouse Club' in the 1950s and starred in a series of movies with Frankie Avalon. Annette Funicello died April 8.

Modern Parenthood To Princeton alum, It's not about finding an equal, but who can complete the sum

Princeton alum Susan Patton's letter printed in the Daily Princetonian advised her alma mater's women to waste no time and find a man to marry at Princeton because, outside of the distinguished university's walls, she'll find an undistinguished breed. Oh, baloney.

Culture Cafe Hilary Duff will play Ashton Kutcher's love interest on 'Two and a Half Men'

Hilary Duff will play Ashton Kutcher's potential paramour on the May season finale of the CBS sitcom. Hilary Duff's character romances Ashton Kutcher's, but Kutcher's Walden falls for her grandmother instead.