Last year YouTube removed over 2 million user generated videos in India that is between October and December. These videos were removed from the video streaming platforms as per the video streaming platforms Community guidelines. Watch in for more details!

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Disney and allies of Gov. Ron DeSantis reached a settlement agreement on Wednesday (Mar&nbsp;27) in a state court dispute concerning Walt Disney World's future development after the governor of Florida assumed control of the theme park resort.

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board members approved the settlement agreement during a meeting, bringing an end to nearly two years of court case that had been sparked by DeSantis assuming control of the district from Disney supporters after the latter objected to Florida's so-called ‘Don't Say Gay’ law.

The Republican governor, who was using Disney as a punching bag in speeches until he halted his presidential campaign this year, pushed for the 2022 law, which forbids teachings on sexual orientation and gender identity in early grades.

For the majority of its 50 years, the district which offers municipal services including planning, firefighting, and mosquito control was governed by fans of Disney.

Jeff Vahle, president of Walt Disney World Resort, said in a statement that the company was pleased a settlement had been reached.

“This agreement opens a new chapter of constructive engagement with the new leadership of the district and serves the interests of all parties by enabling significant continued investment and the creation of thousands of direct and indirect jobs and economic opportunity in the state,” Vahle said.

In response to Disney's opposition to the law, DeSantis assumed control of the governing district through legislation passed by the Republican-controlled Florida Legislature and appointed a new board of supervisors.&nbsp;

Disney filed a lawsuit against DeSantis and his appointees, alleging violation of the company's free speech rights for speaking out against the legislation. In January, a federal judge dismissed the lawsuit.

Prior to the transition of control from Disney allies to DeSantis appointees early last year, the Disney supporters on the board entered into agreements with Disney, transferring control over design and construction at Disney World to the company.&nbsp;

The new DeSantis appointees argued that these last-minute deals diminished their authority, prompting the district to file a lawsuit against the company in state court in Orlando seeking to void the contracts. 
 
Disney filed counterclaims that include asking the state court to declare the agreements valid and enforceable.

Under the terms of Wednesday’s settlement agreement, Disney lets stand a determination by the board of DeSantis-appointees that the all-inclusive plan approved by the Disney supporters before the takeover are null and void. Disney also agrees that a development agreement and restrictive covenants passed before the takeover are also not valid, according to the settlement terms.

Rather than implementing a new plan, the existing comprehensive plan from 2020 will be utilised, with the newly appointed board having the authority to make modifications as needed.&nbsp;

Additionally, the agreement indicates that Disney and the new board will engage in negotiations to establish a new development agreement in the coming days.

(With inputs from agencies)

Disney and allies of Gov. Ron DeSantis reached a settlement agreement on Wednesday (Mar 27) in a state court dispute concerning Walt Disney World's future development after the governor of Florida assumed control of the theme park resort.

Disney and allies of Gov. Ron DeSantis reached a settlement agreement on Wednesday (Mar 27) in a state court dispute concerning Walt Disney World's future development after the governor of Florida assumed control of the theme park resort. The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board members approved the settlement agreement during a meeting, bringing an end to nearly two years of court case that had been sparked by DeSantis assuming control of the district from Disney supporters after the latter objected to Florida's so-called ‘Don't Say Gay’ law. The Republican governor, who was using Disney as a punching bag in speeches until he halted his presidential campaign this year, pushed for the 2022 law, which forbids teachings on sexual orientation and gender identity in early grades. For the majority of its 50 years, the district which offers municipal services including planning, firefighting, and mosquito control was governed by fans of Disney. Jeff Vahle, president of Walt Disney World Resort, said in a statement that the company was pleased a settlement had been reached. “This agreement opens a new chapter of constructive engagement with the new leadership of the district and serves the interests of all parties by enabling significant continued investment and the creation of thousands of direct and indirect jobs and economic opportunity in the state,” Vahle said. In response to Disney's opposition to the law, DeSantis assumed control of the governing district through legislation passed by the Republican-controlled Florida Legislature and appointed a new board of supervisors. Disney filed a lawsuit against DeSantis and his appointees, alleging violation of the company's free speech rights for speaking out against the legislation. In January, a federal judge dismissed the lawsuit. Prior to the transition of control from Disney allies to DeSantis appointees early last year, the Disney supporters on the board entered into agreements with Disney, transferring control over design and construction at Disney World to the company. The new DeSantis appointees argued that these last-minute deals diminished their authority, prompting the district to file a lawsuit against the company in state court in Orlando seeking to void the contracts. Disney filed counterclaims that include asking the state court to declare the agreements valid and enforceable. Under the terms of Wednesday’s settlement agreement, Disney lets stand a determination by the board of DeSantis-appointees that the all-inclusive plan approved by the Disney supporters before the takeover are null and void. Disney also agrees that a development agreement and restrictive covenants passed before the takeover are also not valid, according to the settlement terms. Rather than implementing a new plan, the existing comprehensive plan from 2020 will be utilised, with the newly appointed board having the authority to make modifications as needed. Additionally, the agreement indicates that Disney and the new board will engage in negotiations to establish a new development agreement in the coming days. (With inputs from agencies)

Disney and DeSantis’ allies settle legal battle over controversial agreement

Pakistani authorities say that five Chinese nationals were among six people killed in a suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Tuesday. A convoy carrying Chinese engineers was targeted by a suicide bomber who rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into them. This is the third major attack on Chinese interests in Pakistan in less than a week.

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We look at the economic turmoil gripping Hong Kong as it grapples with the aftermath of implementing Article 23, a rule inspired by China’s national security law that gives unprecedented powers to the state while dealing with national security concerns. Once hailed as Asia's financial powerhouse, Hong Kong now faces a mass exodus of investors, plummeting confidence, and a shrinking job market. Watch in for more details!

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In his first remarks about the bridge collapse in Baltimore, U.S. President Joe Biden claimed that he has taken train over the bridge. But netizens have pointed out that the bridge never had railway tracks. Biden has slipped up yet again. How will it affect his election campaign? Meanwhile former U.S. President Donald Trump is now selling bibles worth $60.

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A single ticket purchased at a ShopRite liquor store in Neptune Township, New Jersey, contained every winning combination, for the Mega Millions $1.13 billion jackpot on announced on Tuesday night (March 26).

The winning numbers were 7, 11, 22, 29, 38 and gold Mega Ball 4. The winner has yet to come forward, according to the lottery.

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Thirteen tickets from across nine of the Mega millions-eligible states matched five numbers to each win $1 million. One of those tickets was a multiplier, bumping the prize up to $2 million.

The Mega Millions jackpot award has topped $1 billion for the sixth time this year. The jackpot that was won on Tuesday ranks as the fifth-largest payout in the game's history.

Before Tuesday, there had been no jackpot winner in 30 straight drawings. On December 8, the last jackpot was won.

With a cash value of $537.5 million, the jackpot prize can be awarded as an immediate lump sum or as an immediate payment followed by 29 yearly installments.

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According to Mega Millions, there is a 1 in 302,575,350 chance of winning the jackpot.

In addition to Washington, DC., and the US&nbsp;Virgin Islands, forty-five states play Mega Millions. One show costs two tickets.

The $1.6 billion jackpot that was won on August 8, 2023, was the biggest Mega Millions win ever.

(With inputs from agencies)

A single ticket purchased at a ShopRite liquor store in Neptune Township, New Jersey, contained every winning combination, for the Mega Millions $1.13 billion jackpot on announced on Tuesday night (March 26).

A single ticket purchased at a ShopRite liquor store in Neptune Township, New Jersey, contained every winning combination, for the Mega Millions $1.13 billion jackpot on announced on Tuesday night (March 26). The winning numbers were 7, 11, 22, 29, 38 and gold Mega Ball 4. The winner has yet to come forward, according to the lottery. Also read: Powerball, Mega Millions combined jackpot tops $1.9bn, here’s how to buy tickets Thirteen tickets from across nine of the Mega millions-eligible states matched five numbers to each win $1 million. One of those tickets was a multiplier, bumping the prize up to $2 million. The Mega Millions jackpot award has topped $1 billion for the sixth time this year. The jackpot that was won on Tuesday ranks as the fifth-largest payout in the game's history. Before Tuesday, there had been no jackpot winner in 30 straight drawings. On December 8, the last jackpot was won. With a cash value of $537.5 million, the jackpot prize can be awarded as an immediate lump sum or as an immediate payment followed by 29 yearly installments. Also read: Powerball jackpot 'winner' sues lottery company for denial of $340mn prize money According to Mega Millions, there is a 1 in 302,575,350 chance of winning the jackpot. In addition to Washington, DC., and the US Virgin Islands, forty-five states play Mega Millions. One show costs two tickets. The $1.6 billion jackpot that was won on August 8, 2023, was the biggest Mega Millions win ever. (With inputs from agencies)

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South Africa's second most popular party the Democratic Alliance (DA) would consider a deal with the ruling African National Congress should the ANC fail to get the majority it needs to retain power in May elections, its leader said on Monday.

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Thousands of people protested in Budapest near Parliament as they want Prime Minister Viktor Orban to resign. The protests were triggered after a former government insider accused a senior-aged member trying to interfere in the Graft case.

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Meta's oversight board has urged the company to put an end to its blanket ban on the on the Arabic word Shaheed. Watch in for more details!

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Portugal is holding a snap parliamentary election, voting is currently underway in the country polling stations opened at 8:00 a.m. and will close at 7:00 p.m. local time. Results are expected around midnight. More than 10 million citizens are eligible to vote in this election. The choice is between Center left Socialist Party Center right Social Democratic party and a far right Chega party. Watch to know more!

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The Caribbean nation of Haiti has been held hostage by armed gangs for over three weeks now. Taking advantage of prime minister Ariel Henry's absence late last month, multiple armed groups launched coordinated attacks on key facilities including police stations, police academies & the international airport. Under mounting international pressure and stranded in Puerto Rico, the Prime Minister Ariel Henry pledged to step down once a transition council and an interim prime minister is appointed.

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