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In Disney's DeSantis feud, echoes of a culture war that never died

LOS ANGELES — The weeks-long feud between the Walt Disney Co. and conservatives over Florida's Parental Rights in Education legislation — nicknamed the "Don't Say Gay" bill by LGBT activists — recently escalated into a full-blown imbroglio that has played out on cable news and social media.

Los Angeles Times

Gavin Newsom mocked for complaining about ‘banned’ books – including one removed from schools in his own state

To Kill a Mockingbird was removed from school reading lists in Burbank over racist language

The Independent UK

Anita Chabria: Christian nationalists are behind LGBTQ+ laws. California isn't immune

LOS ANGELES -- When more than 100 Walt Disney Co. workers walked out of their Burbank offices to protest the companies lackluster opposition to Florida's unforgivable "don't say gay," law this week, it seemed like a heartening example of California rising to its reputation as a beacon of inclusivity and…

Los Angeles Times

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Disney had a tight-lipped employee culture. Then Florida happened

On Tuesday morning, an extraordinary scene unfolded on the Burbank lot of Walt Disney Co.

Los Angeles Times

Disney had a tight-lipped employee culture. Then Florida happened

A group of Walt Disney Co. employees has organized a series of walkouts to protest the Burbank entertainment giant’s response to Florida’s controversial bill limiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity.

Los Angeles Times

California man faces charges for urinating in Southwest Airlines cabin during Dallas-Burbank flight

A California man is in federal custody after allegedly urinating outside the restroom during a Southwest Airlines flight last week between Dallas and Burbank, forcing the crew to divert the plane to Albuquerque.

Tribune News Service

‘Matrix Resurrections’ co-producer sues Warner Bros. over HBO Max release

LOS ANGELES — The company that co-financed the “Matrix” movies has sued Warner Bros. for breach of contract, accusing the Burbank studio of destroying the value of its key franchise by releasing the latest sequel on streaming service HBO Max and in theaters at the same time.

Los Angeles Times

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IPL media rights: Between Burbank and South Mumbai, Uday Shankar's return has caused huge ripples

MUMBAI: The recent grand announcement suggesting media mogul James Murdoch and Uday Shankar will acquire close to 40% stake in Viacom18 as part of their "coming together with Reliance Industries along with some other players", and plan to invest Rs 12,000 crore in entertainment and sports broadcasting business made ripples…

The Times of India

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