BURBANK, California, Nov. 26 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 'Dancing with the Stars' Caps Spectacular Season 34 With 9.24 Million Total Viewers -- Drawing Largest Finale Audience in 9 Years * Series photos are available here. Overall Highlights * Wrapping a stellar season full of record-breaking highlights, "Dancing with the Stars" soared to new heights with a supersized three-hour finale, earning 9.24 million Tot  more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 24 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Abbott Elementary: Birthday (12/10) * WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10 8:30-9:02 p.m. EST - Abbott Elementary: "Birthday" (508) Logline: Jacob takes the lead on organizing Abbott's annual Winter Show. Janine celebrates her 30th birthday. (TV-14, L) Stream episodes next day on Hulu. Media Contacts You must be logged in to view this content. Please log in or creat  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Nov. 24 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Bragging rights and rivalry records on the menu for epic Rivalry Week across ESPN networks this Thanksgiving * * Eighteen of CFP Top 25 in action on ESPN networks during Thanksgiving Week * Featured rivalries include the Egg Bowl: No. 5 Ole Miss at Mississippi State; Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate: No. 4 Georgia vs. No. 16 Georgia Tech; Iron Bowl: No. 10 Alabama at Aubu  more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 24 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * CHANCE THE RAPPER AND JULIANNE HOUGH JOIN RITA ORA AND ROB GRONKOWSKI AS CO-HOSTS OF 'DICK CLARK'S NEW YEAR'S ROCKIN' EVE WITH RYAN SEACREST 2026' * [EDITOR'S NOTE]: Media and social assets available here. Today, ABC and Dick Clark Productions (DCP), the world's largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming, announced the co-ho  more

BERLIN, Germany, Nov. 26 -- Deutsche Telekom, a telecommunications comapny, issued the following news: * * * Deutsche Telekom expands collaboration with Disney+ * Deutsche Telekom Group strengthens its relationship with Disney+ across Europe, starting today in Hungary. * Multiple European countries will follow in 2026, offering tailored bundles and integration options. * Customers will benefit from greater flexibility and choice in how they enjoy top-tier entertainment. * Deutsche Telekom  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Nov. 24 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN Events to host third annual Red Lobster Band of the Year National Championship on Dec. 12 * ESPN Events will present the third annual Red Lobster Band of the Year National Championship, a prestigious competition featuring the nation's top marching bands from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The event will take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Nov. 26 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN to present NCAA Women's Volleyball Selection Special on Sunday, Nov. 30 * On Sunday, Nov. 30, the 64-team bracket for the NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Tournament will be revealed live on ESPN at 6 p.m. ET during the NCAA Women's Volleyball Selection Special. Host Courtney Lyle will be joined live from ESPN's Bristol studios with analysts Holly McPeak and Mar  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Nov. 28 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN's College GameDay Built by The Home Depot goes to 'The Game' to spotlight No. 1 Ohio State at No. 18 Michigan in Ann Arbor * * Michigan great and Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson to serve as celebrity guest picker * Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore and Ohio State head coach Ryan Day join the show from Michigan Stadium * Fans are encouraged t  more

NEW YORK, Nov. 24 [Category: BizData] -- Nielsen Co., an information, data and measurement company, posted the following news: * * * Fall Sports Plus Fresh Broadcast Slate Equals Big Gains, Reshuffled Company Rankings in Nielsen's October Media Distributor Gauge * Disney Achieves Largest Monthly Share Increase, Followed by FOX and Paramount, with Each Clocking 7% Monthly Growth NFL Games, MLB Postseason and Revitalized Broadcast Schedule Boost Disney, FOX, Paramount and Warner Bros. Discov  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Nov. 25 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Finalists Announced for 35th Annual Edition of ESPN's The Home Depot College Football Awards Show * The National College Football Awards Association (NCFAA) has named the award finalists for honors that will be presented during The Home Depot College Football Awards. ESPN will present the 35th annual awards show on Friday, December 12 from 7-9 p.m. ET. Kevin Negandhi,   more

LOS ANGELES, California, Nov. 24 -- The J. Paul Getty Trust issued the following news release: * * * Getty and Disney+ Present the Percy Jackson Quest at the Getty Villa Museum The quest will be offered for a limited time over two weekends this December * Calling all Percy Jackson fans! Getty and Disney+ present the Percy Jackson Quest at the Getty Villa Museum, offered for a limited time over two weekends this December: December 6 and 7, and 13 and 14. To celebrate the launch of season tw  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Nov. 25 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Good Morning and Good Night: Joe Buck to Guest Anchor GMA and Call Monday Night Football on December 1 * * Buck will be alongside GMA co-anchor George Stephanopoulos and others * Buck, Troy Aikman, Lisa Salters, and Laura Rutledge call Giants-Patriots on Monday Night Football From the morning's first broadcast to the night's final play, Joe Buck's Monday, Decemb  more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 26 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF DEC. 1-5 ON 'LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK' * Nationally syndicated morning talk show "Live with Kelly and Mark" announces the lineup of guests appearing on the show the week of Dec. 1-5. Monday, Dec. 1 MINNIE DRIVER is here to talk "Emily in Paris." Plus, KYLE RICHARDS chats with the hosts about "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills."   more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Nov. 25 -- DISNEY ENTERPRISES, INC., Burbank, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12478883 B2, initially filed March 8, 2024) developed by four inventors Christina Jaio, Santa Clarita, California; Bob Hickman, Simi Valley, California; Brent D. Strong, Newhall, California; and Jeffrey L. Elbert, Los Angeles, California, for "Interactive gameplay system with play augmented by player-selected customization preferences."  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- InterDigital Inc., Wilmington, Delaware, a technology research and development company, announced that it secured a second injunction against Disney from a court in Germany. The Munich Regional Court ruled that InterDigital is entitled to the injunction, finding that Disney infringed an InterDigital patent related to the streaming of video content using high dynamic range (HDR) technology. InterDigital confirmed that Disney can appeal the decision. This judgment follows a  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Nov. 24 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Minnesota Wild face off against the Chicago Blackhawks Wednesday exclusively on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu * * All NHL on ESPN Games stream on the ESPN App via DTC or pay TV authentication * 46 NHL Power Play out-of-market games streaming on ESPN+ this week The NHL season continues Wednesday, Nov. 26, featuring a Western Conference matchup as league-leading goaltend  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Nov. 25 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Record audience watches Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix on ESPN * Only two races remain in close driver championship battle ESPN's live telecast of the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix on Saturday night, Nov. 22, averaged 1.5 million viewers, the largest audience to watch the event in its three-year history, based on Nielsen Big Data + Panel data. The inaugural race in   more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 24 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Shark Tank: 1705 (12/10) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 11/5/25) * WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10 10:02-11:00 p.m. EST - Shark Tank: "1705" (1705) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 11/5/25) Logline: The Sharks are presented with business ventures that include on-the-go snacking olives, a line of stylish labor gowns and maternity wear, a first-aid kit for kids, and healing teas made from flowe  more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 24 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Shark Tank: Cash or Coal?: The Sharks Get Into the Holiday Spirit with Festive Pitches & Products (12/10) * WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10 9:02-10:02 p.m. EST - Shark Tank: "Cash or Coal?: The Sharks Get Into the Holiday Spirit with Festive Pitches & Products" (1708) Logline: 'Tis the season for holiday cheer, but will the Sharks be in the giving spirit? Entrepreneu  more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 24 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Shifting Gears: Nutcracker (12/10) * WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10 8:00-8:30 p.m. EST - Shifting Gears: "Nutcracker" (208) Logline: This holiday season, the Parkers discover that romance isn't always a smooth ride as Matt and Eve are on thin ice, Gabe enlists Riley to help Amelie impress his mom, and Carter seeks help with his "promposal." Pamela Adlon guest stars.  more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 24 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * The Great Christmas Light Fight: Christmas Vacation (12/11) * THURSDAY, DEC. 11 9:00-10:00 p.m. EST - The Great Christmas Light Fight: "Christmas Vacation" (1302) Logline: Judged by Taniya Nayak, the tree-mendous Christmas decor competition heats up as the Hak, Paul and Riera families put their creative skills to the test to win the $50,000 grand prize a  more

ORLANDO, Florida, Nov. 25 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCF's Rosen College and Transportation Science Program Rank No. 1 in Nation for 2025 * From creating premier vacation experiences to optimizing daily life in thriving cities, UCF is recognized as a leader in education that powers industries that enhance the human experience. For six consecutive years, the Rosen College of Hospitality Management ranks No. 1 in the nation for Hospitality and Touri  more

STUTTGART, Germany, Nov. 25 -- Mercedes-Benz Group, a company that say it offers a high-end passenger cars and premium vans, issued the following news release: * * * Versatile, practical, sporty: the all-new electric CLA Shooting Brake now available to order * European sales launch for the all-new electric Mercedes Benz Shooting Brake * List price in Germany starts at 57,096 euros[1] * Attractive German leasing and financing conditions with monthly leasing rates starting at 405[2] euros for  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Nov. 24 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * WWE Survivor Series: WarGames to exclusively stream in U.S. on ESPN App this Saturday November 29 * * Biggest Men's WarGames match ever featuring WWE Superstars Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar, WWE World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk and Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes * John Cena's final Premium Live Event match of his legendary career * Most star-studded Women's  more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 25 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * Zoe Saldana, Gillian Anderson, John Cena and More Guests on ABC's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live,' Dec. 1-5 * ABC's Emmy(r) Award-winning late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live," airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EST and features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest subjects, along with comedy bits a  more