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A Florida court has found David Tronnes guilty of murdering his wife Shanti Cooper-Tronnes after their marriage broke down over a contentious home renovation, prosecutors say.

Travis Kelce, the famous Kansas City Chiefs tight end, and his surprise obsession with Taylor Swift, the 12-time Grammy award-winning performer. The 34-year-old and 33-year-old have been often seen together, with their most recent public appearance being a photo of them holding hands in New York City. Travis Kelce splurged on Tuesday to protect his family's privacy as public scrutiny mounted.

(Reuters) — Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) Co said on Wednesday it is raising some theme-park ticket prices for its Disneyland resort in California and Walt Disney World in Florida, weeks after the entertainment giant unveiled a hefty spending plan for its parks business.

Reuters reported. The pandemic in 2020 and 2021 had a negative impact on the amusement park industry, with COVID-19-related closures and a decrease in attendance. Also Read: Walt Disney nearly doubles parks spending, to invest $60 billion over next decade As reported by Reuters, the business had, however, rebounded strongly to become the media conglomerate's main profit engine and also helped cushion losses in its Disney streaming business, but is lately showing signs of a slowdown in footfall.

(Reuters) — Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) said on Wednesday it will offer discounts on ticket prices for children at its theme parks for a limited period as it looks to boost traffic.

A privately owned high-speed passenger train service has been launched between Florida’s two biggest tourist hubs

College sports realignment will bring big challenges to fans who travel to see their teams on the road

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointees to a board that oversees Walt Disney World say a Florida judge should rule without trial against Disney as the company fights Gov. Ron DeSantis’ takeover of the governing district

Jaguars' starters, including Calvin Ridley, will make their preseason debut against the Dallas Cowboys as Coach Doug Pederson confirmed. Ridley, a star receiver acquired amid suspension, is set for his first appearance. Rookie Anton Harrison steps in as Cam Robinson serves a season-starting suspension. Travis Etienne and Tank Bigsby will split backfield play. The matchup brings back positive memories for #DUUUVAL fans due to the previous season's comeback overtime win against the Cowboys.

Lionel Messi's free-kick magic in Inter Miami's first road game. Once again, history repeated itself as Messi scored a mesmerizing free kick, leading his team to a thrilling victory over FC Dallas in a Leagues Cup elimination match. In his third consecutive two-goal game for Inter Miami, Messi's 85th-minute goal brought the score to a 4-4 tie, evoking memories of his game-winner in his debut match.

Lionel Messi showcased his exceptional skills once again, propelling Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory over Orlando City and securing their place in the final 16 of the Leagues Cup. The match, delayed due to a thunderstorm, witnessed Messi's remarkable form as he scored his fifth goal in three games for his Major League Soccer team. Messi displayed his brilliance, netting two goals to lead Inter Miami to a resounding 3-1 victory over Orlando City. The Herons' triumph secured them a spot in the round-of-16 encounter against FC Dallas in Frisco, Texas.

Lionel Messi showcased his brilliance once again as he led Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory against Orlando City in their Leagues Cup match. Despite a rain delay of an hour and a half, Messi wasted no time in making an impact. In the seventh minute after the match resumed, Messi received a pass at the top of his chest and swiftly slotted the ball into the back of the net with his left foot, giving Inter Miami a 1-0 lead.

The scorching summer heat has theme-park operators scrambling to make visitors more comfortable as the industry seeks to draw back crowds coming out of the pandemic. Park operators across the U.S. are extending hours into the evening and rolling out more misters, known in the industry as “scare-conditioning" because it looks like spooky fog.

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami will be facing off against Orlando City in the round of 32 of the 2023 Leagues Cup. Orlando City secured their spot in the knockout stages as group winners after a thrilling 3-2 victory over Santos Laguna, with Wilder Cartagena's stoppage-time strike sealing the win at Exploria Stadium. Under the guidance of Óscar Pareja, Orlando City finished two points ahead of Houston Dynamo to top Group South 2. Inter Miami, on the other hand, confirmed their qualification as winners of Group South 3 earlier in the week. They displayed an impressive performance in the round-robin stage, notably with Lionel Messi making a sensational impact. In his first start for the team, Messi scored two goals and provided an assist in a dominant 4-0 victory against Atlanta United at DRV PNK Stadium. The match marked a memorable debut for Messi and also saw his former Barcelona teammate, Sergio Busquets, making his full Miami debut.

A judge in Florida has refused to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Gov. Ron DeSantis appointees against Disney’s efforts to neutralize a takeover of Disney World’s governing district by the Florida governor

The oldest historically Black collegiate fraternity in the U.S. says it is relocating a planned convention in two years from Florida because of what it described as Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration’s “harmful, racist and insensitive” policies towards ...

A federal judge says that his order blocking a Florida law targeting drag shows doesn’t just apply to the restaurant that brought a lawsuit challenging it but other venues in the state

Premier League teams — Aston Villa, Brentford, Brighton, Chelsea, Fulham, and Newcastle United — will light up the summer with nine exhilarating games across five cities in the United States as part of Premier League Summer Series 2023. The matches will commence on July 22. For viewers in the US, all the action can be enjoyed on NBC Sports.

Disney has revealed the schedule and dates for its highly anticipated event, Destination D23, touted as «the Biggest Disney Fan Event of the year.» The event will take place from Friday, September 8 through Sunday, September 10 at Disney's Contemporary Resort in the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. In celebration of the company's 100th anniversary, Destination D23 promises attendees a captivating journey through every era of Disney storytelling. The event offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the last century of enchantment while looking forward to an extraordinary future for the company. The two-day program features a stellar lineup of speakers, including Disney archivists, historians, Imagineers, cast members, animators, and luminaries. Notable personalities include Disney Legends Bill Farmer and Don Hahn, the talented voice actors behind iconic characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Pluto. Other highlights include appearances by Bret Iwan, Kaitlyn Robrock, Ashley Eckstein, and Michael James Scott from Disney on Broadway's Aladdin.

Inflation is hovering near 40-year highs. The Consumer Price Index, a key inflation metric, increased 8.3% in April from a year ago, the largest jump since the summer of 1982, the U.S. Department of Labor said Wednesday.