Horizons: A Carousel of Progress officially closed out night two of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa! If you were seated in the audience, watching at home on Disney+, or just following along with Disney Parks on social, you may already want to relive that epic opening musical medley.

Neil Patrick Harris is no stranger to extravagant opening numbers, and fans were treated tonight to a show-stopping, star-studded spectacle led by our host with the most as the lights dimmed and the presentation began. And what better way to honor the name and theme of tonight’s showcase than with a song dedicated to iconic Audio-Animatronics figures across Disney Parks?

What Inspired the Disney Experiences Showcase Opening Number?

Carousel of Progress has some of the most beloved Audio-Animatronics figures in Disney history, and others mentioned here include it’s a small world, DJ Rex from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and Pirates of the Caribbean. Throughout the song, Neil daydreams about his new goal in life – being a Disney Parks Audio-Animatronic figure – wistfully saying, “I bet everybody here has that one special Disney role meant just for them” at the top of the number.

Joining Neil onstage was comedian Tig Notaro as Abraham Lincoln (and later the Yeti from Expedition Everest), Megan Hilty as Madame Leota, and Jack McBrayer as the Caretaker (kind of), along with musical theatre favorites Skylar Astin and Darren Criss (who we see as both pirates and hitchhiking ghosts). There was even an appearance from Disney Legend and the voice of Belle in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Paige O’Hara, and surprise cameo from Disney Legend and former Imagineer Joe Rhode.

The original song had a brand-new tune with some snippets of the familiar melody from The Sherman Brothers’ “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow,” which we know as the (extremely catchy) theme song of the Carousel of Progress, in addition to “Part of Your World” from Disney’s The Little Mermaid and “Belle” from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. The lyrics take us on a harmonic journey through the decades of Disney Parks Audio-Animatronics figures, with a live band for the evening, The Phoenicians, and an electric ensemble of dancers.

Ready for an “animatronic roll call?” The song is packed full of Easter eggs and nods to Disney Parks attractions and lore, in addition to pop culture moments – let us know if you can find them all!

Lyrics to the Disney Experiences Showcase Opening Number

IN THIS GREAT BIG BEAUTIFUL WORLD, OR LAND

THERE’S A JOB THAT’S WAITING FOR ME

WHERE THE AIR IS SWEET AND THE SOUND’S PRE-PLANNED

AND ADMISSION IS PERPETUALLY FREE

A ROLE THAT LASTS FOREVER

WITH NO BAD DAYS WHATSOEVER

PART OF HISTORY

WISH I COULD BE…

ANIMATRONIC

WHERE LIFE IS A RIDE

ENTERTAINING ALL DAY

WHILE AIR-CONDITIONED INSIDE

ANIMATRONIC

WHERE LIFE IS A BREEZE

I’D NEVER FEEL MY AGE BECAUSE I’D HAVE ROBOTIC KNEES

I’D SPEND ALL DAY GREETING FANS

WITH GUTS MADE OF GEARS

WHILE THAT SAME SYMPHONIC MUSIC PLAYS ON LOOP IN MY EARS

I’D LIKE TO BE A DISNEY ANIMATRONIC

AND LIVE MY LIFE ON A RIDE

ANIMATRONIC

I’D LIKE THE ROUTINE!

EACH DAY IS THE SAME AND EVERY NIGHT I GET CLEANED

AND SINCE MY JOB IS ICONIC

THEN I’D NEVER BORE

JUST TAKE IT FROM AN A-1 MODEL WHO’S BEEN HERE SINCE 1964!

ANIMATRONIC

YOU NEVER GET OLD!

NO NEED TO REHEARSE WHEN YOU’RE REMOTE CONTROLLED

I’D LIKE TO BE CATATONIC

BUT WIRED WITH GLEE!

YO HO YO HO AN ANIMATRONIC LIFE FOR ME!

RUM!

GOLD!

GOLD!

MAYBE I COULD BE A HANDSOME PIRATE GESTURING TO TREASURE

OR A PAIR OF SKULKING SKELETONS DEVOID OF EARTHLY PLEASURE!

NOTHING LIKE DEATH BECOMES HER!

IN THE ENDLESS HALLWAY I’LL SING MY TUNE

LIKE THE HATBOX GHOST YOU APPEARED TOO SOON

I CAN DANCE AND SCARE AS A HAUNTED HOST

WHILE WE DISAPPEAR LIKE PEPPERS

GHOSTS

HAPPY HAUNTS MATERIALIZE

AND BEGIN TO VOCALIZE

GRIM GRINNING GHOSTS COME OUT TO SOCIALIZE

I COULD DANCE ON MY SERVOS

OR GLIDE ON MY SLIDE

OR JUST CHILL IN EVEREST

BECAUSE MY MECHANISMS DIED

IT’S GREAT TO BE A DISNEY

ANIMATRONIC

AND LIVE MY LIFE ON A RIDE

ISN’T TECHNOLOGY AMAZING

SEE HOW THE FACIAL EXPRESSIONS PROGRESS THROUGHOUT THE YEARS

HERE’S WALT HIMSELF, TRAILBLAZING!

I’D GIVE MY LIFE TO BE CRAFTED BY THOSE BOSS IMAGINEERS

THERE MUST BE SOMETHING THERE THAT WASN’T THERE BEFORE

I COULD DJ LIKE REX!

OR BE A SMALL CHILD DOLL!

AND JOIN IN IT’S A SMALL WORLD AFTER ALL!

I’LL KEEP MOVIN’ I’LL KEEP TICKIN’

AND LIKE CARLOS WON’T BE CHICKEN

GRAB A KNIFE AND GRAB A FORK

WITH A CROONER FROM YU NORK

AND LIKE SKIPPY I’LL BE STATIONED

IN SUSPENDED ANIMATION

DON’T CARE IF I’M LAST GEN

OR ADVANCED LIKE KYLO REN

I’LL MOVE LIKE THE NA’AVI SHAMAN

UNLESS B-MODE IS MORE COMMON

BE A SCIENTIST WHOS FOXY

OR A GANGSTER FULL OF MOXY

I’LL IMPRESS, I’M UNPLUGGED

ASKING TOURISTS FOR WARM HUGS

THEN AT LAST I’LL LAST FOREVER AND

FOREVER’S WHAT IT’S WORTH

TO LIVE EACH DAY

THE EXACT SAME WAY

IN THE HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH!

WHEN YOU ARE ANIMATRONIC

YOUR LIFE IS DIVINE!

YOU DON’T FEEL PAIN OR NEED THE

LIGHTNING LANE TO SKIP THE LINE

CAUSE WHEN YOU’RE ANIMATRONIC THE MAGIC’S INSIDE!

SO LETS GET ELECTRONIC!

IN STEREOPHONIC

NO NEED TO EAT OR DRINK

SO I CAN SKIP MY COLONIC!

ALL I WANT IT LIFE IS TO BE ANIMATRONIC!

ANIMATRONIC!

ANIMATRONIC!

ANIMATRONIC!

ANIMATR—

ANIMATRONIC!

AND LIVE MY LIFE

(THERE’S A GREAT BIG BEAUTIFUL TOMORROW)

LIVE MY LIFE

(SHINING AT THE END OF EVERY)

LIVE MY LIFE ON A DISNEY

THEME PARK RIDE!

The D23 2026 festivities are in full swing here on Disney Parks Blog. Follow along tonight for all of the exciting updates and announcements from the showcase, and stay tuned for more stories about shopping, panels, and our favorite fandom moments.

Yesterday’s tomorrow, today! On stage during the Horizons: A Carousel of Progress Disney Experiences showcase Chairman Thomas Mazloum announced some very exciting news for Disneyland Resort. Revealed during the closing moments of the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa showcase, a reimagining of Tomorrowland in Disneyland park is in the works!

The transformation of Tomorrowland will honor the legacy of the original land while reimagining its future. Disneyland Resort will strive to preserve what guests cherish most, while also introducing new experiences and possibilities for the next generation of fans.

Walt Disney Imagineers are already beginning to dream up the next chapter of innovation and storytelling for Tomorrowland with new attractions, more open spaces, and new places for Disneyland guests to dream about the future. The plans for Tomorrowland will restore the spirit of optimism, innovation, and possibility that inspired Walt Disney to create “a vista into a world of wondrous ideas…” in 1955 and have defined this land for decades.

We cannot wait to reveal more about the plans for the transformation of Tomorrowland in the years ahead!

Indiana Jones has spent a lifetime uncovering hidden temples, ancient mysteries, and legendary artifacts across the globe. And during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa, we’re excavating a few discoveries of our own with brand-new details about the Indiana Jones attraction coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort.

During the Disney Experiences showcase, “Horizons: A Carousel of Progress,” Imagineers Michael Hundgen and Chris Beatty revealed a treasure trove of announcements about everyone’s favorite hero with a snake grudge. The attraction will live in the vibrant, lush new land of Tropical Americas, and includes revolutionary Audio-Animatronics figures, an original storyline, and one grand escapade that transports guests into the world of the ancient Maya alongside Indiana Jones, in a way that only Animal Kingdom could.

So, grab your field journal and fedora, and let’s uncover these exciting new updates!

Harrison Ford Revealed as Animatronic Model

Everyone in the audience was delighted to receive a message from Indy himself, Disney Legend Harrison Ford, to kick things off.

After expressing his gratitude to fans for being along for the ride on so many adventures with this beloved character, Ford briefly shared that he is the actual model for the next Indiana Jones animatronic. He confirmed that this is the first time he will be the face you see on a Disney attraction anywhere in the world.

Michael and Chris resurfaced this news later in the showcase, proudly displaying the digital model that is being used to build the Audio-Animatronics figure.

What is the New Indiana Jones Attraction Called?

The next major announcement from the presentation came from Michael and Chris, as the duo confirmed the name of the attraction publicly for the first time. We are pleased to share that Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent is the title of this next installment of Indy’s adventures at Disney parks.

What Inspired the Indiana Jones Attraction?

Also revealed today were the first details about the ride’s cultural inspiration, new storyline, and the experience guests will have once entering the temple and embarking on this breathtaking quest.

Imagineers were eager to blend the thrill of a classic Indiana Jones adventure with the rich cultural details that are quintessential to Animal Kingdom, a park that is dedicated to creatures both real and imagined. The attraction takes riders on a journey alongside Indy, beneath an ancient temple ruin, showcasing Maya culture and its profound connection to nature – perfectly fitting for this park.

Michael and Chris shared that the temple entrance is being built as we speak, and gave a behind-the-scenes look at the stunning facade, which up until now we have only seen in renderings.

They continued to share that the project team remains dedicated to authentic storytelling, working closely with archaeologists, anthropologists, and Maya experts to ensure that every element is accurate for the region. Riders will be awed by the highly detailed and original Maya artwork found in the attraction, and I can’t wait to get a first glimpse at some of these pieces.

What is the Storyline of the Indiana Jones Attraction?

You’ll rendezvous with Dr. Jones, who is in the midst of exploring this mysterious temple near a once water-filled underground cave, called a cenote. Local legend says the passageway leads directly to the Maya Underworld, and is protected by a serpentine creature: the Tsukán. Michael and Chris provided an animated first look at one of the key scenes. And they shared that the adventure takes off when riders are unwittingly sucked through a portal to the Underworld, where they’ll have to escape perilous dangers, like monstrous bats, larger-than-life scorpions, fire and flame, and of course, snakes.

You may be asking, “why’d it have to be snakes?” and Imagineers have a great answer to that. Chris divulged that you’ll encounter the Tsukán throughout the attraction, including a final confrontation that will probably solidify your fear of snakes for the rest of time (speaking for myself here, at least).

A first look at the gigantic Audio-Animatronics figure was showcased to the crowd, revealing how it completely towers over the Imagineers bringing it to life. Not only that, but the team is taking great care to sculpt the figure by hand, which will make it that much more life-like, and snake-fear-inducing, for guests.

More Details About Tropical Americas

During the showcase, Disney Imagineers shared that this attraction is part of the biggest slate of expansion projects in the history of Disney World, so getting an inside look at this extraordinary feat was such a special treat.

We first learned of Tropical Americas during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in 2024, where then Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro revealed the new 11-acre section being added to Animal Kingdom. The sprawling land will contain two headlining attractions inspired by Indiana Jones and Disney’s Encanto, in addition to shopping and dining.

Additionally, families visiting Tropical Americas will find plenty to discover, including El Carrusel de los Animalitos, a brand-new carousel featuring 22 hand-carved animals inspired by Disney and Pixar stories — spot the likes of Scuttle, Squirt, Pua, Pascal, Simba, Eeyore, Kuzco, Heimlich, and more. Young adventurers can continue the journey in a nearby play area inspired by the Maya, where young explorers can unearth artifacts and investigate the natural wonders of the rainforest through hands-on exploration and play.

In recent months, the Imagineers have divulged details about their research trips to places like Honduras, where they’ve learned firsthand about the region’s culture, customs, and folklore. Their experience with native artistry and architecture has served as inspiration when crafting the new land, specifically for the Indiana Jones attraction leveraging observations from the Copán site, one of the most well-preserved cities of the ancient Maya civilization.

Stay tuned here to Disney Parks Blog for more Indiana Jones, Tropical Americas, and D23 2026 updates. I’ve got a great feeling about this!

Magic Mirror on the wall, which land is the most menacing and magnificent of them all?

This question was answered today during the Disney Experiences showcase, Horizons: A Carousel of Progress. Taking the stage at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa, fans were treated to so many spine-tingling surprises – including some eagerly awaited updates about the Villains-themed land coming to Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World.

Towards the end of the show, the Magic Mirror materialized onstage with a mysterious message, before introducing Disney Experiences Chairman Thomas Mazloum. Audience members began to whisper excitedly, as the sight of that familiar face in the glass could only mean one thing – Villains.

President & Chief Creative Officer Bruce Vaughn and Executive Creative Director Caroline May from Walt Disney Imagineering then took to the stage, acknowledging that the villains expansion at Magic Kingdom is one of the most highly anticipated projects they have ever been a part of. The duo dove right into their presentation, which was packed with thrilling twists and turns, and we’ve compiled everything you need to know about this sinister new land.

Name Confirmed for Villains-Themed Land

Bruce and Caroline confirmed today that the name for this new area will officially be Villains Land. Knowing that many of the other areas in Magic Kingdom have “land” in the name (think Fantasyland or Tomorrowland), they wanted this section to feel right at home with the rest of the park.

Even though the vibe couldn’t be more different, with Villains Land bringing a devious and dark “magic” to the Magic Kingdom, it still manages to be cohesive with the storytelling of the broader park.

What is the Storyline of Villains Land?

It was also revealed that while the fiends you’ll find here may feel familiar since Imagineers are referencing classic characters from Walt Disney Animation Studios as inspiration, the overarching story is a brand new, original take on those iconic villains. The Magic Kingdom invites you into a fairytale and Villains Land is no exception…

In many fairytales, the real journey begins when you stray from the safe path and instead turn towards the vast, foreboding forest. If you dare enter the forest of Villains Land, you may soon come across a Wishing Well that’s been torn asunder. Under most circumstances, a Wishing Well would indicate pure and good energy at work, but something dark happened to this one. Once upon a time, someone made an evil wish here – a wish so evil it corrupted the stone and broke open the structure, spreading the Well’s poisoned magic throughout the forest.

But of course, this sinister setting is tempting for those with wicked intentions, so, one by one, the villains have come here to try and claim the last of the Wishing Well’s power. Villains Land will be shaped by those who have used this dark magic to conjure the perfect new lairs for themselves. These mighty fortresses and gleaming palaces not only reflect the personality of the villains who own them, they invite guests into a tantalizing treasure trove of treats, trinkets, and more temptations. The size and scale were compared to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, so there will be no shortage of space to explore and enjoy a bit of mischievous fun.

Maleficent Coaster in Villains Land

At D23 2024, it was revealed Villains Land would have two major attractions, in addition to shops and restaurants. Today, Bruce and Caroline shared more of the storytelling behind each attraction.

The first is an exhilarating coaster experience, where you will come face-to-face with the Mistress of All Evil herself, Maleficent. You’ll race through enchanted briar surrounding her frightening mountaintop fortress – if you’re feeling brave enough to answer her invitation.

The Imagineering team teased that this coaster will include elements they’ve never attempted before on similar attractions, so it is set to be a truly groundbreaking project.

Mirror Realm Dark Ride in Villains Land

There’s a second headlining attraction of Villains Land: a dark ride, featuring a whole array of your favorite Disney Villains – hosted by the Magic Mirror.

You’ll find the Magic Mirror where the Evil Queen keeps him in the catacombs beneath her pristine palace. After making your way to him, he’ll magically transport you into his mystical Mirror Realm to see things on the other side of the mirror. There, in his ethereal realm, you’ll be transfixed by countless Disney Villains conjured in ways only the Magic Mirror can do. A combination of special effects and physical set pieces will bring his Mirror Realm – and these iconic Villains – to life.

More Details About Villains Land

“Villains Land is such an exciting addition to the Magic Kingdom, because it allows us to expand the park’s storytelling in a way that feels both fresh and true to its legacy and fairytale roots,” Caroline told Disney Parks Blog. “We have an incredibly talented and passionate team working behind the scenes every day to make sure this land captures the power, magic, and mischievous (and sometimes humorous) spirit of the Disney Villains, and it’s been incredibly rewarding to see that fans are just as excited as we are for what’s ahead.”

It feels like yesterday that fans first learned about the plans being conjured up for a Disney Villains-themed land during D23 2024, where the very first rendering was revealed alongside sinister sneak peeks into the attractions, dining, and shopping that would define the setting.

“It’s going to be a fearless new vision for what a Disney experience can be,” former Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro teased at the time as preparation and planning were already underway. Today’s updates have confirmed that Imagineers are working to create a spellbinding spectacle that truly pushes the boundaries of creativity and innovation, while taking inspiration from some of the most compelling characters.

After D23 2024, as excitement continued to build and fans eagerly awaited more updates about Villains Land (even igniting plenty of rumors and theories about what is to come, which Caroline and Bruce acknowledged during today’s announcement with a laugh), the next news came from Destination D23 in 2025.

During a dedicated Disney Villains panel, the Walt Disney Imagineering team acknowledged that their journey to developing the land started with the animation source material. Besides diving deep into the films themselves, the team shared that they also had inspiring conversations about the artistry of Disney Villains. By grounding Villains Land in the look and feel ofthese classic animated characters, the experience becomes even more immersive, entertaining, and filled with that dramatic flair guests know and love.

Besides sharing this character-driven philosophy, the Walt Disney Imagineering team also detailed how they hope to bring the feel of “magic” to this dark new corner of Magic Kingdom. The Imagineers showcased striking snapshots from research trips that the team had embarked on as they were mapping out their vision. During visits to Paris, France, and Barcelona, Spain, Imagineers became entranced by architecture styles including Art Nouveau and Modernisme, taking note of attributes like rich color palettes, swirling natural patterns, and ominous proportions that all contribute to the feeling that these places were created by magic. It was here that they coined the term “Conjured Architecture,” which has served as a guiding light for the style and aesthetic of the villainous landscape of Villains Land.

We’ll continue to reveal more nefarious news about the development of Villains Land at Walt Disney World right here on Disney Parks Blog, and keep following along for more updates from D23 2026.

Filled with action, adventure, and an all-star lineup of iconic Super Heroes and villains, Disney Parks are home to legendary stories of endless courage and heroism. And while we all have our fair share of favorite well-known characters, that heroism can often be found in some truly unexpected places.

In an unlikely, surprise cameo straight out of a post-credits scene, Disney superfan John Stamos took over temporary hosting duties from Neil Patrick Harris, stepping onto the Horizons stage at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event presented by Visa to chat about new updates for Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure park.

Stamos was joined by Walt Disney Imagineer Brent Strong and President of Marvel Studios and Chief Creative Officer of Marvel, Kevin Feige, discussing updates on the growing lineup of Avengers-themed experiences across Disney parks.

Protectors of Wakanda, wielders of Mjolnir, and those with the gamma-fueled strength of The Incredible Hulk, read on. As discussed at D23, learn more about new details for Avengers Infinity Defense and Stark Flight Lab at California Adventure, as well as new updates for Super Hero projects in development at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort and Shanghai Disney Resort.

Avengers Campus and Beyond

Talent Announced for Avengers Attractions at Disneyland Resort

Right now, Avengers Campus at the Disneyland Resort is in the midst of a major expansion that will double the size of the land, with construction in progress for two new attractions announced at D23 2024: Avengers Infinity Defense and Stark Flight Lab. Tonight, we shared that the land will soon reconnect with Cars Land.

We also announced that both of the new attractions will open in 2028!

Avengers Infinity Defense at Disney California Adventure

New details on the storyline, ride experience, and featured heroes were announced for Avengers Infinity Defense.

When the new attraction officially debuts at California Adventure, you’ll be welcomed to Avengers Infinity Defense as new recruits, where your journey begins with a pre-mission briefing from Ms. Marvel, played by Iman Vellani.

Here, you’ll get your key mission: reassemble the Avengers to battle King Thanos, preventing the mad titan from wreaking havoc everywhere.

Some of your favorite on-screen heroes are reprising their roles for this attraction, including:

On-Screen Heroes Reprising Their Roles in Avengers Infinity Defense

- Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye

- Anthony Mackie as Captain America

- Chris Hemsworth as Thor

- Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man

Once on board, you will be surrounded by massive physical sets blending seamlessly with huge media scenes, putting you into the middle of the action as you feel like you’re hurtling across many worlds. “The fun part about Avengers Infinity Defense is how we get to use every single trick in the Imagineering book – and inventing some new ones – to create this attraction.” You’ll travel to iconic locations like Asgard, Wakanda, and New York City, next to heroes you’ve come to know and love, while (spoiler alert!) coming face to face with King Thanos himself.

Stark Flight Lab at Disney California Adventure

On-Screen Heroes Reprising Their Roles in Stark Flight Lab

- Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man

- Anthony Mackie as Captain America

- Brie Larson as Captain Marvel

As previously shared at SXSW 2025: On this new attraction inside Avengers Campus, you’ll sit in two-person “gyro-kinetic pods” and roll along a track before stopping in front of a giant robot arm, essentially feeling what it’s like to train like a flying Avenger. Making several high-speed maneuvers inspired by Iron Man and more, you’ll be deployed to a test station, whirling around in a simulated flight that will have you eager to take a spin again and again.

Avengers Tower Transforms the Skyline of Hong Kong Disneyland

This new Avengers pavilion under construction will soon be the home to Avengers Research Testing Labs at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and you’ll be able to step into a tower experience unlike any story you’ve seen before.

Here, Stark Industries and other brilliants minds like Peter Parker (a.k.a Spider-Man) work at Avengers Research Testing Labs. However, whenever you have powerful new tech, you’re bound to draw the interest of some evil forces, which is exactly where this adventure really starts to take off.

Using 120+ feet of storytelling tech, you’ll travel across realms like Wakanda, Asgard, and more, caught in the middle of the action alongside Spider-Man and your other favorite Super Heroes.

Nearby, a brand-new Quinjet landing platform will also be a great place to encounter heroes throughout your visit. Construction is well underway and once it goes vertical, it will truly make a statement on the towering skyline of Tomorrowland and beyond in Hong Kong.

Sling Webs with Spider-Man at Shanghai Disney Resort

Over at Shanghai Disney Resort, a new Spider-Man-themed land and thrill attraction is coming soon.

This will be the first land anywhere in the world dedicated exclusively to Spider-Man, home to the new Shanghai division of the Worldwide Engineering Brigade (W.E.B. for short, of course).

Spider-Man at Shanghai Disney Resort

- Many dialed-in fans may recognize W.E.B. from the Avengers Campus locations at Disney California Adventure and Disney Adventure World, as the organization was set up by Tony Stark to encourage young people to experiment with new technology.

Inside the new land, Peter Parker and his friends have created a new set of Spider-Bots to help assemble their experiments and help them build their brand-new coaster.

In the spirit of W.E.B., Disney Imagineers are is collaborating with local artists to create more than 20 murals throughout the new land, celebrating all things science, Spidey, and the Avengers. If you’re in attendance at D23 this year, you may be able to even see a sneak preview of their work on display at the Imagineering Pavillion at the Anaheim Convention Center!

The final piece of the track for the attraction has now been installed – what could possibly go wrong with all these Spider-Bots around?

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event

- While you’re battling potential foes and assembling your own crew of Avengers, be sure to check out the latest Disney Parks news announced at this year’s D23 on our D23 2026 hub.

Inside the Historic International Mission to Save 30 Beluga Whales

SeaWorld is part of a consortium of Association of Zoos & Aquariums accredited facilities rescuing the beluga whales stranded at a closed marine park in Canada.

Rescue is in our DNA, SeaWorld has rescued more than 43,000 animals over the past 60 years.

An Unprecedented International Rescue Led by Accredited Aquariums

Thirteen rescued beluga have safely arrived in the United States, marking two successful transports in one of the largest and most complex marine mammal rescue efforts ever undertaken.

The whales are part of a group of 30 belugas living at a closed marine park that could no longer support their long-term care. Earlier this year, several Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)-accredited aquariums—including SeaWorld—were invited to help develop and carry out a rescue plan focused entirely on the animals' health, wellbeing, and long-term future.

On July 21, 2026, SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed two rescued belugas, while Shedd Aquarium in Chicago received four whales. On Aug. 4, SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed an additional seven beluga whales.

Future rescues are planned for Georgia Aquarium, SeaWorld San Diego and Oceanogràfic Valencia in Spain. Mystic Aquarium, while not taking any animals, is providing additional capacity and support.

Putting the Belugas First

Every decision throughout the rescue was guided by one principle: what was best for the whales.

Months before the rescue began, veterinarians and animal care specialists from participating aquariums traveled to Canada to evaluate each animal, review veterinary records, observe social relationships and work alongside Marineland's animal care team.

All transports are being planned around social groupings, allowing bonded belugas to remain together throughout the journey and into their new homes.

"The rescue started with the needs of the belugas," said Dr. Chris Dold, SeaWorld's Chief Zoological Officer. "The plan was built, as much as possible, on understanding their overall health, social bonds and multiple other factors. Our plans naturally evolved as we learned more about the whales, and we will remain adaptive and responsive to the whales' needs as we work to complete this unprecedented rescue."

A Carefully Coordinated Journey

Transporting belugas requires extraordinary planning and expertise.

Each whale traveled inside a specialized cold-water transport unit designed specifically for marine mammals. Throughout the journey—from Ontario to their new homes by truck, aircraft and ground transport—marine mammal veterinarians and animal care specialists remained alongside the whales, continuously monitoring their health and comfort.

Every stage of the transport was coordinated with Canadian and U.S. government agencies and aviation partners to ensure the safest possible journey.

Settling Into Their New Homes

Although some of the rescued belugas have arrived safely, their care is only beginning.

Animal care and veterinary teams are providing 24-hour monitoring as the whales gradually acclimate to their new environments.

Over the coming days and weeks, specialists will closely observe behaviors such as:

Exploring their new habitats

Eating and foraging

Swimming comfortably

Vocalizing and socializing

Building confidence in their surroundings

Introductions to resident beluga pods will happen slowly and only when animal care experts determine the whales are ready.

"Seeing these first beluga whales arrive safely to their new homes is an important milestone, but it's not the finish line," said Steve Aibel, Vice President of Animals and Conservation at SeaWorld San Antonio. "Our team is laser focused on supporting each whale through this transition with individualized care, patience and observation to ensure their welfare. We're optimistic about what's ahead, while recognizing that every animal will adapt on its own timeline."

SeaWorld's Beluga Expertise

For more than 50 years, SeaWorld has cared for beluga whales and has developed internationally recognized expertise in:

Marine mammal veterinary medicine

Beluga behavior and welfare

Long-distance animal transport

Reproductive science

Neonatal and maternal care

Rescue and rehabilitation

Conservation research

Prior to the rescue, SeaWorld has been caring for 13 beluga whales across its three U.S. parks, where each animal receives individualized care from veterinarians, nutritionists, animal care specialists and behavioral experts.

SeaWorld has also contributed decades of scientific research that has advanced understanding of beluga health, physiology, reproduction and conservation.

SeaWorld is one of the world's largest marine animal rescue organizations, having helped rescue more than 43,000 animals over the past six decades.

This rescue builds upon SeaWorld's long history of helping belugas in need, including:

Caring for Tyonek, the first successfully rescued and rehabilitated endangered Cook Inlet beluga calf.

Supporting the international rescue of Plombir and Miranda, two beluga whales evacuated from war-torn Ukraine.

Advancing veterinary medicine and conservation through decades of collaborative beluga research

A Collaborative Conservation Effort

This rescue represents one of the most significant collaborations among accredited aquariums in recent history.

Participating organizations include:

SeaWorld

Shedd Aquarium

Georgia Aquarium

Mystic Aquarium

Oceanogràfic Valencia

Working alongside Canadian and U.S. government agencies, these organizations developed a rescue strategy designed around the welfare of every individual whale.

"Helping animals in need is what we do—it's in our nature," said Dan Ashe, President and CEO of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. "Time and time again, accredited zoos and aquariums step up to provide critical expertise, funding and sanctuary for animals in need."

What Happens Next

The arrival of these first belugas marks an important milestone—but the work continues.

Animal care teams will continue monitoring the rescued whales while sharing observations and lessons learned with partner aquariums as preparations continue for future transports of the remaining belugas.

As with the initial rescue, future movements will be determined by the needs of the animals and coordinated with the appropriate government agencies.

SeaWorld's Commitment

SeaWorld remains committed to providing exceptional animal care, advancing marine science and conservation, and helping animals in need around the world.

This historic beluga rescue reflects decades of expertise, collaboration and an unwavering commitment to putting animal welfare first.

A ticket with a mission

Your visit to our award winning parks helps support animal rescue everts, with over 43,000 and counting.

We are on a mission – and it’s big. From park to planet, we are committed to protecting and conserving animals worldwide.

At United Parks & Resorts, we are committed to protecting the environment and preserving our future by inspiring others to act. Our company actively supports global conservation initiatives by providing financial and scientific support to organizations focused on animal rescue and rehabilitation, conservation education, habitat protection, and species research. Additionally, the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund has donated more than $16.5 million, supporting over 1,200 animal conservation projects on all seven continents across the globe, including coral reef restoration, preventing coastal erosion, habitat protection and simply keeping our oceans clean.

A ticket with a mission

Your visit to our award winning parks helps support animal rescue everts, with over 43,000 and counting.

Research and Conservation

Science Supporting Conservation

Scientific research conducted at SeaWorld is carried out by our own research staff, and by scientists from nationally and internationally-renowned universities and research organizations such as UCLA, the San Diego Zoo and the Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute. We publish the results of our research in peer-reviewed journals, making it available to scientists, those who manage animal populations, and other interested people around the world. SeaWorld scientists have authored or co-authored hundreds of published papers.

SeaWorld Supports Killer Whale Research and Conservation

SeaWorld helped found and continues to support the Killer Whale Research and Conservation Program (KWRCP), led by The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). Support of the KWRCP is part of SeaWorld’s $10 million pledge to fund research and conservation for killer whales in the wild – the largest private commitment of its kind. The KWRCP focuses on three strategies: increasing prey availability; improving habitat quality; and strengthening management through crucial research.

Conservation Fund

The SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund non-profit has given over $17 million in support of over 1,200 research & conservation projects across the globe - from animal conservation, habitat protection, & more.

CONSERVING CORAL REEFS

Rising Tides

SeaWorld is an active partner in helping researchers breed aquacultured fish, a sustainable alternative to wild fish collection, which can stress wild fish populations and damage the coral reefs where they live.

Brunswick Corporation Named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026

METTAWA, Ill., Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the world’s leading marine technology company, has been named to Newsweek’s prestigious America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026 list, earning a four-and-a-half-star rating out of five in recognition of its commitment to fostering an inclusive and empowering environment for women. America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women ranks U.S. companies based on workplace conditions, advancement opportunities, and employee experience for women, drawing on one of the largest independent studies of its kind.

The 2026 ranking, conducted by Newsweek in partnership with Plant-A Insights Group, reflects a comprehensive evaluation of more than one million company reviews from female employees nationwide, alongside extensive desk research and key performance indicators related to workplace equity, fairness, leadership representation, and employee satisfaction.

Brunswick’s exceptional rating highlights its industry-leading programs in leadership development, mentoring, work-life balance, and comprehensive benefits that foster professional growth throughout the organization. This accolade further affirms Brunswick’s relentless drive to strengthen its workplace culture and maintain an environment where all employees are empowered to thrive.

“We are deeply honored to be recognized on Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women,” said Jill Wrobel, Brunswick Corporation CHRO. “This award reflects our steadfast dedication to cultivating a workplace where women are valued, supported, and positioned for success. At Brunswick, we remain committed to expanding opportunities and empowering women throughout our global organization.”

The full-list of winners can be found at: America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026. For more information on Brunswick’s workplace initiatives, visit www.Brunswick.com

About Brunswick Corporation:

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include, Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing, MerCruiser, and Flite. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution, and technology brands includes Mercury Parts & Accessories, Land ‘N’ Sea, Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, Attwood and Whale. Our boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft and Quicksilver. Our service, digital and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka and a range of financing, insurance, and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has approximately 14,000 employees operating in 26 countries. In 2025, Brunswick won more than 100 awards for the fourth consecutive year. For more information, visit www.Brunswick.com.

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Released February 9, 2026

A typical host makes ₹25–30K a month, offsets ~₹18K EMI; time to first booking is 3–4 days; multi-car hosting rises to 12%; 61% YoY growth in new host sign-ups.

Bengaluru, India, 26 September 2025: Zoomcar Holdings, Inc. (OTCQX: ZCAR) (“Zoomcar” or “the Company”), India’s leading car-sharing marketplace, today unveiled its Hosting Insights 2025, a data-rich look at how everyday Indians are turning idle cars into reliable monthly income and scaling into micro-entrepreneurship on the platform. In 2024, hosts on Zoomcar collectively earned ₹113 crore, supported by an active community of 25,000 hosts across the country. This is evidence that hosting has moved from experiment to mainstream income stream.

Zoomcar’s data shows the economics are working for individual car owners. A typical hosted car earns ₹25,000 to ₹30,000 per month, which can comfortably offset an approximately ₹18,000 monthly EMI for popular models. New hosts do not have to wait long to see traction. The first booking typically arrives within 3 to 4 days of listing, which turns under-utilised assets into cash flow quickly. As confidence and capability build, many hosts are scaling up, with 12% now operating more than one car and new host sign-ups growing 61% year on year.

The next wave of supply is coming from India’s Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, where hosting is emerging as a practical side hustle and, increasingly, a small business. So far in 2025, 3,755 new cars have been added to the platform, and 21% of new listings come from beyond the metros. This underscores how access and entrepreneurship are spreading into the heartland.

A strong trust framework underpins this growth. Hosts report 92% positive guest behaviour, and hosts rate guests an average 4.5 out of 5. These outcomes reinforce the platform’s safety-first operating model of verified guests, insurance-backed trips, and transparent ratings. Each active host enables around 60 bookings a year, and hosted cars collectively powered 173 million kilometres of travel in 2024, delivering mobility access at national scale. Opting into Home Delivery can further lift host earnings by about 25%, as convenience becomes a key driver of demand.

“Car hosting is building real economic opportunity, fast,” said Abhilash Kasliwal, Business Head – Zoomcar. “With quick allocation of first booking, transparent trust systems, and meaningful monthly earnings, thousands of Indians are offsetting EMIs and scaling into micro-entrepreneurs. This is how we expand access to mobility and opportunity at the same time.”

Hosting is also a sustainability story. Cars sit idle about 90% of the time. Sharing that idle capacity reduces the need for new vehicle ownership while unlocking income for households. As India’s peer-to-peer mobility matures, Zoomcar remains focused on building a safety-first, host-driven ecosystem that puts control, convenience, and earnings in the hands of local entrepreneurs.

Read the full report here: https://press.zoomcar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Host-Trends-2025-2-1.pdf

 About Zoomcar

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bengaluru, Zoomcar is India’s largest peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace. Through its digital-first platform, Zoomcar connects individual vehicle owners (Hosts) with users (Guests), offering flexible access to vehicles for self-drive car sharing. The company’s mission is to promote smarter, shared mobility that is both economically empowering and environmentally sustainable.

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Bangalore, India — May 8, 2025 — Zoomcar Holdings, Inc. (“Zoomcar” or the “Company”) (OTCQX: ZCAR), a leading marketplace for self-drive car sharing in India, announced that its common shares and warrants are transitioning from the Nasdaq Global Markets to trading on the OTCQX Best Market and the OTCQB Venture Market, respectively, under the ticker symbols of “ZCAR” and “ZCARW”, respectively. The OTCQX Market represents the highest market of OTC Markets Group’s offerings and is designed for established, investor-focused U.S. and international companies. Trading on OTCQX enables Zoomcar to provide the greatest transparency, increased visibility, and accessibility to investors available in the OTC Markets.

Zoomcar’s transition to the OTCQX Market is expected to ensure continuity in trading of its common stock while supporting its mission of empowering hosts and providing affordable, flexible transportation solutions to guests.

US investors can find current financial disclosure and real time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

Zoomcar will aim to list later this year on a national exchange in the U.S.

About Zoomcar

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bengaluru, India, Zoomcar is a leading marketplace for self-drive car sharing focused in India. The Zoomcar community connects Hosts with Guests, who choose from a selection of cars for use at affordable prices, promoting sustainable, smart transportation solutions in India.

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