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Disney, Bob Iger defeat activist Nelson Peltz in shareholder vote

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In a major victory for Disney’s Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger, shareholders have decisively voted in favor of the company’s board nominees.

The outcome, announced Wednesday, reflects strong investor confidence in Iger’s leadership, with the CEO securing an impressive 94% of votes cast.

Disney’s slate of 12 directors garnered substantial support from shareholders, marking a clear endorsement of the company’s current direction.

Peltz, known for his push for corporate change, particularly in the realm of management accountability, faced a setback as he managed to secure only 31% of votes cast.

Despite his criticisms of Disney’s operations and calls for a fresh perspective on the board, shareholders ultimately opted to maintain continuity with the existing leadership.

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Retail investors, who represent a significant portion of Disney’s shareholder base, played a pivotal role in supporting the company’s nominees.

Approximately 75% of retail investors who cast votes backed Disney’s slate, underscoring widespread confidence in Iger’s vision for the entertainment giant.

The defeat deals a blow to Peltz’s Trian Partners, which had sought to exert greater influence within Disney’s boardroom.

Nevertheless, Trian expressed pride in its efforts to drive value creation and improve governance within the company, despite the outcome.

While Disney’s victory reaffirms Iger’s control over the board, it also highlights the importance of succession planning—a key issue raised by Peltz during the proxy fight.

With Iger set to step down in 2026, attention now turns to identifying and grooming potential successors from within Disney’s ranks.

 

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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Israel launches its new “Iron Beam” laser system

Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.

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Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.


Israel’s Defence Ministry says its new “Iron Beam” laser system will be deployed by year’s end. The technology is designed to destroy incoming missiles, rockets, drones and mortars with precision.

Developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems in partnership with Elbit Systems, Iron Beam will sit alongside existing defences such as Iron Dome, David’s Sling and Arrow. Unlike traditional interceptors which can cost tens of thousands of dollars per shot, the laser comes at negligible expense.

Officials call it the world’s first high-power laser interception system to achieve operational maturity, hailing it as a game-changer for modern warfare. Military leaders expect the system to reshape air defence capabilities and cut costs dramatically.

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Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue on Jimmy Kimmel

Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.

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Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.


Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue is being hailed as one of the most powerful moments in modern late-night history. Standing on stage at the Ed Sullivan Theatre, Colbert dedicated his show to Jimmy Kimmel and his team after ABC suspended Kimmel’s programme under pressure from Washington.

Colbert called the move “blatant censorship” and directly accused President Trump of acting like an autocrat. “With an autocrat, you cannot give an inch,” he warned, making clear that the stakes reach far beyond late-night comedy.

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Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University

Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.

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Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.


Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, but the event was meant to be cancelled. Despite that, thousands of people still turned up to celebrate his legacy.

As many as 10,000 people turned out, showing the extent of support for the conservative activist. The crowd gathered outside CSU, creating an atmosphere more like a political rally than a cancelled speech.

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