California amusement parks face 'slow and difficult' recovery after year-long closure
This month marks one year since Disneyland indefinitely closed its gates due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Now, California's amusement parks are on track to be the last to reopen across the United States.
This month marks one year since Disneyland indefinitely closed its gates due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Now, California's amusement parks are on track to be the last to reopen across the United States.
Disney to close at least 60 Disney Stores in North America before end of year
It was unclear how many Disney employees would be affected by the store closures.
It was unclear how many Disney employees would be affected by the store closures.
Millions of dollars available in emergency rental assistance for Arizonans; few applications submitted
The state of Arizona has only received 330 applications for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, but there are still millions of dollars in funding available.
The state of Arizona has only received 330 applications for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, but there are still millions of dollars in funding available.
Amazon makes adjustment to app icon after comparisons to Hitler mustache
Amazon updated its app icon, now featuring neutral blue tape partially peeled back without a jagged edge, after some made comparisons to Adolf Hitler's mustache.
Amazon updated its app icon, now featuring neutral blue tape partially peeled back without a jagged edge, after some made comparisons to Adolf Hitler's mustache.
Disney reveals photos of new nighttime spectacular coming to EPCOT
Disney shared new photos of its construction over the weekend, showing off its stage and five floating platforms positioned like a compass.
Disney shared new photos of its construction over the weekend, showing off its stage and five floating platforms positioned like a compass.
Illinois Facebook users could get $345 each in photo-tagging lawsuit after judge approves $650M settlement
Illinois Facebook users may be entitled to at least $345 each after a federal judge approved a $650 million settlement in a lawsuit over Facebook's photo-tagging technology dating back to 2015.
Illinois Facebook users may be entitled to at least $345 each after a federal judge approved a $650 million settlement in a lawsuit over Facebook's photo-tagging technology dating back to 2015.
Johnson and Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine could be a game changer for Arizona
The vaccine, which was endorsed by an FDA expert panel on Feb. 26, could be a game-changer in Arizona's COVID-19 vaccination campaign.
The vaccine, which was endorsed by an FDA expert panel on Feb. 26, could be a game-changer in Arizona's COVID-19 vaccination campaign.
Netflix touts its record on inclusivity following study, invests $100M to improve diversity in TV, film
The study, which Netflix commissioned, analyzed 2018 and 2019 original films and TV series. The streaming giant will also create a $100 million fund to improve diversity.
The study, which Netflix commissioned, analyzed 2018 and 2019 original films and TV series. The streaming giant will also create a $100 million fund to improve diversity.
Program at Mesa high school teaching students valuable work skills while helping the community
Westwood High's Working Warriors program started two years ago, and it has since blossomed into a program that teaches students valuable skills, while at the same time helping others in need.
Westwood High's Working Warriors program started two years ago, and it has since blossomed into a program that teaches students valuable skills, while at the same time helping others in need.
Target to open mini Apple stores in select locations
The new layout will hit 17 stores this month.
The new layout will hit 17 stores this month.
House votes to raise Arizona’s low unemployment pay
Arizona’s weekly unemployment pay is the 2nd lowest in the nation, above only Mississippi’s $235, and would increase to $320 under Republican Senate President Karen Fann’s proposal.
Arizona’s weekly unemployment pay is the 2nd lowest in the nation, above only Mississippi’s $235, and would increase to $320 under Republican Senate President Karen Fann’s proposal.
Facebook to invest $1B over 3 years to support news industry
Facebook, following in Google's footsteps, says it plans to invest $1 billion to "support the news industry" over the next three years.
Facebook, following in Google's footsteps, says it plans to invest $1 billion to "support the news industry" over the next three years.
Facebook says it will soon lift ban on Australians sharing, viewing news on its platform
Facebook announced Tuesday that it would lift a ban on Australians viewing and sharing news on its platform after it struck a deal with the government on proposed legislation that would make digital giants pay for journalism.
Facebook announced Tuesday that it would lift a ban on Australians viewing and sharing news on its platform after it struck a deal with the government on proposed legislation that would make digital giants pay for journalism.
Arizona DES launches Emergency Rental Assistance Program to provide financial help, housing stability
A federal assistance program through Arizona's Dept. of Economic Security launches Feb. 23 and it focuses on people living in rural areas. 12 counties are eligible.
A federal assistance program through Arizona's Dept. of Economic Security launches Feb. 23 and it focuses on people living in rural areas. 12 counties are eligible.
Apple issues warning after cardiologist 'stunned' to find iPhone 12 can control cardiac devices
A Michigan cardiologist became suspicious of Apple’s new magnetic charging technology, so he passed an iPhone 12 over the chest of a patient with an implantable defibrillator — and was stunned to find it tripped the magnetic switch.
A Michigan cardiologist became suspicious of Apple’s new magnetic charging technology, so he passed an iPhone 12 over the chest of a patient with an implantable defibrillator — and was stunned to find it tripped the magnetic switch.
Brothers bust out celebratory 'worm' after being surprised with trip to Disney World
A pair of brothers from Avoca, Pennsylvania, excitedly showed some impressive dance moves after they were surprised with a trip to Disney World.
A pair of brothers from Avoca, Pennsylvania, excitedly showed some impressive dance moves after they were surprised with a trip to Disney World.
Phoenix families say they all rented the same condo in Facebook scam
Several Valley families were scammed out of a condo after paying a deposit, only to learn they all rented the same condo, says Phoenix Police.
Several Valley families were scammed out of a condo after paying a deposit, only to learn they all rented the same condo, says Phoenix Police.
Walt Disney World unveils plans for 50th anniversary celebration
Disney World opened to the public Oct. 1, 1971.
Disney World opened to the public Oct. 1, 1971.
Apple to reportedly update syringe emoji to more closely resemble vaccine
Apple will reportedly be updating its syringe emoji to mimic what a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine looks like in real life in its latest software release.
Apple will reportedly be updating its syringe emoji to mimic what a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine looks like in real life in its latest software release.
YMCA offering free rides for seniors to get COVID-19 vaccines
The YMCA is teaming up with Uber and the Arizona Department of Health Services to provide free transportation to seniors who qualify for the COVID-19 vaccine. To schedule a ride, call 602-212-6088 or email opas@vosymca.org.
The YMCA is teaming up with Uber and the Arizona Department of Health Services to provide free transportation to seniors who qualify for the COVID-19 vaccine. To schedule a ride, call 602-212-6088 or email opas@vosymca.org.