The Lion King

Christmas Movies | Athens | December 23-31

The B&E Goulandris Foundation has planned a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Christmas holiday with classic family movie screenings at its amphitheater. From "Home Alone," "The Lion King" and, of course, "Marry Poppins," the museum invites families to get into the festive spirit with their little ones. Check out the full program at goulandris.gr. Tickets are 5 euros per screening.

Lion cub Simba born in Singapore via artificial insemination

The Singapore Zoo has welcomed a lion cub named Simba to its animal kingdom following artificial insemination that officials said on Jan. 26 was a first for the city-state.

It is rare for lions to be conceived through artificial insemination, with the procedure first carried out successfully in 2018 - resulting in two cubs in South Africa.

Elton John Can Earn Over $ 10 million From the Music of "Lion King"

Legendary performer Sir Elton John can win more than $ 10 million for the music of the new Lion King.

So far, the movie has a great success, which means the British musician can win up to $ 13 million in copyright, ticket sales, and albums.

In China, "Lion King" started on July 12 and has already gathered in the box office over $ 50 million.

Disney Releases Trailer For New Lion King Movie (Watch the Trailer Here)

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On Thanksgiving, Disney released the first teaser trailer for its much anticipated, live-action retelling of "The Lion King." The entire movie is CGI.

The original Lion King was released in 1994. James Earl Jones is reprising his role as the voice of Mufasa in the remake.

Book given to Turkish elementary students raises eyebrows over controversial remarks on women

The Education Ministry has ordered for the recall of a book distributed to elementary school students after a debate was stirred over its content that included insulting remarks against women.

The book "Flower Garden" was handed out to fourth grade students in a school in Istanbul's Esenler district as a part of a project called "One Book, One World."