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Disneyland Park has now hit 900 million visitors in the more than 70 years that it has been open. Since its opening in 1955, the iconic theme park has transformed California’s entertainment landscape.

The latest attendance figure was described in a new documentary called “Disneyland Handcrafted,” chronicling the creation of the theme park. The film, which includes footage from the Walt Disney Archives, will stream on Disney+.

In 2024 — the most recent year data was available — Disneyland’s attendance ticked up 0.5% to 17.3 million, according to a report from the Themed Entertainment Assn. Like many other theme parks, Disney does not release internal attendance figures.

Walt Disney Co.’s theme parks, cruise ships and vacation resorts have been a key economic driver for the Burbank media and entertainment company.

Last year, almost 57% of the company’s operating income was generated by the tourism and leisure segment, known as Disney’s “experiences” business. That sector reported revenue of $36.2 billion for fiscal year 2025, a 6% bump compared to the previous year. Operating income increased 8% to nearly $10 billion.

Disney has said it will invest $60 billion into its experiences segment, underscoring the importance of that business to the company. At Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, that could mean at least $1.9 billion of development on projects including an expansion of the Avengers Campus and a “Coco”-themed boat ride at Disney California Adventure, as well as an “Avatar”-inspired area.

Over its 70 years, Disneyland has undergone many changes and expansions. Though some of its original attractions still exist, including Peter Pan’s Flight, Dumbo the Flying Elephant and the Mark Twain Riverboat, the park has evolved to align more with its Hollywood cinematic properties and expanded in 2019 to include a “Star Wars”-themed land.

Jan. 13 (UPI) — Bolivia’s government and major labor and farm groups reached an agreement to end weeks of protests and road blockades that paralyzed the country, easing a standoff triggered by a disputed economic decree.

The administration of President Rodrigo Paz signed the accord with the Central Obrera Boliviana, known as the COB, the country’s largest labor federation, along with peasant unions and other social groups.

The agreement calls for repealing the decree and creating a commission to draft a new measure that would keep fuel subsidies and review other provisions challenged by protesters.

Six cabinet ministers signed the document alongside representatives of the social organizations. Talks took place over the weekend in El Alto, a city neighboring La Paz that was among the areas hardest hit by road closures, according to Bolivian news outlet Erbol.

Protests began in early January after the government issued a decree declaring an economic emergency and moving to eliminate state fuel subsidies. The measure led to gasoline and diesel price hikes of up to 160%, driving up transportation costs and the price of basic goods.

The core of the agreement is the full repeal of Supreme Decree 5503, which sparked public anger for its economic changes, including the end of fuel subsidies.

The draft framework for a new decree also includes plans to reschedule bank loans, improve social benefit payments and reorganize wage policy, according to the signed text.

In the days before the deal, Bolivia experienced one of its most severe traffic disruptions in years.

The Bolivian Road Administration reported at least 52 blockade points on key highways, especially in the La Paz region. Thousands of passengers and truck drivers were stranded and supplies of food and fuel began to tighten.

The protests, led by the COB and peasant federations, intensified after the government insisted on keeping the decree despite widespread opposition. Union leaders called on “all Bolivian people” to mobilize for its repeal, warning the measure would bring “hunger” to future generations.

While the agreement reopened most roads, some isolated protests continued, particularly in parts of Cochabamba, where groups maintained blockades, arguing their demands have not been fully addressed. Unions said they will remain on alert until the new decree is formally issued, according to Visión 360.

Paz initially defended ending the subsidy in a post on X, saying, “For each day without the subsidy, we saved $10 million, which means public works and jobs. For each day of blockades, we lost $20 million in public works, jobs and production.”

Analysts said the government now faces the challenge of balancing economic goals with social demands.

Claudia Edith Serrano. a specialist in Latin American studies at the National Autonomous University of Mexico and a professor at the Faculty of Higher Studies Aragon, told Reporte Indigo that any renewed attempt to fully remove subsidies could reignite protests, urging the administration to proceed cautiously and prioritize dialogue with grassroots groups.

Crespi’s basketball team is starting to gain notice just in time for the start of Mission League play next month.

The Celts (11-4) advanced to the semifinals of the toughest division of the Classic at Damien with a 70-67 victory over Northern California power Richmond Salesian on Saturday.

Carter Barnes finished with 16 points and five assists. Jasiah Williams had 15 points. And, in a big development for the Celts, 6-foot-10 transfer student Rodney Mukendi, who became eligible on Friday, had nine points and eight rebounds in 13 minutes as he continues to gain playing time and makes the transition to blending in.

Crespi will face the winner of St. John Bosco-Phoenix Sunnyslope in the Platinum division semifinals on Monday.

Crean Lutheran 61, Texas Sandra Day O’Connor 60: Nick Giarrusso had 17 points and 12 rebounds to help Crean Lutheran earn a spot in the Platinum division semifinals.

Rolling Hills Prep 61, Arizona Mesa 47: Nick Welch Jr. had 25 points and 14 rebounds to advance Rolling Hills Prep (12-2) to the Gold Division semifinals at Damien.

Eastvale Roosevelt 65, Utah American Fork 61: Sloane Harris had 26 points for Roosevelt.

Corona Centennial 70, Idaho Owyee 46: Stanford commit Isaiah Rogers scored 21 points for Centennial.

Mayfair 55, Palisades 49: Josiah Johnson finished with 27 points for Mayfair.

Campbell Hall 75, Washington Prep 69: Ean Britt finished with 23 points for Campbell Hall.

St. Pius X-St. Matthias 67, De La Salle 64: In double overtime, the Warriors prevailed. Kayleb Kearse scored 23 points and Dominic Gallardo had 16.

Crossroads 65, California 58: Shalen Sheppard, cleared by the Southern Section after transferring from Brentwood, scored 19 points for Crossroads.

Sherman Oaks Notre Dame 85, St. Augustine 47: NaVorro Bowman had 17 points for 10-4 Notre Dame. Josiah Nance added 15 points.

St. Anthony 64, Tesoro 55: Jamil House had 24 points and seven rebounds for St. Anthony.

Calabasas 76, Menlo 53: JR Hughes had 24 points and 14 rebounds for Calabasas.

Viewpoint 62, Palo Verde 43: Solomon Clanton Jr. finished with 21 points for 10-2 Viewpoint.

Girls basketball

Windward 68, Bishop Montgomery 50: Angelina Habis scored 37 points, including eight threes, for a Windward team that got better after the sit-out transfer period ended Friday. Charis Rainey added 21 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists.

Sierra Canyon 72, San Juan Hills 22: Emilia Krstevski finished with 16 points and Payton Montgomery had 12 rebounds for 11-1 Sierra Canyon.