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Joe Rogan Slammed For Claiming Resurrection of Disability Slur Is 'One of the Greatest Cultural Victories'

Joe Rogan declared that the re-emergence of the disability slur "retard" is "one of the greatest cultural victories" on his podcast Thursday.

Latin Times

Australian academics refuse to attend US conferences for fear of being detained

‘When academics fear travelling or partnering with US institutions, the impacts ripple through the entire global knowledge ecosystem,’ one says

The Guardian - AU

Inside Scotland’s ‘disability-unfriendly cities’ – and what needs to change

People with disabilities and long-term health conditions in Scotland are feeling “imprisoned” due to a lack of accessibility in…

The National (Scotland)

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Disability advocates fight DOGE cuts

Cuts are already making it harder for people with disabilities to live in their communities

Salon

Why financial hardship is more likely if you’re disabled or sick

If you have a long-term health condition or you’re a disabled person in the UK, you might be able to claim a benefit called personal independence payment (Pip). As the name suggests, Pip is designed to help with the additional costs of disability – regardless of employment status.

The Conversation

‘A weakness can become your biggest strength’ – wise words from 26 brilliant disabled women

In this second extract from Frances Ryan’s new book, actors, politicians, athletes and models offer their advice on living with physical and mental health conditions

The Guardian - UK

Traitors’ Alexander Dragonetti becomes charity supporter as fans raise £95,000

Since failing to win series three of the hit BBC psychological game show, he has joined radio station Classic FM as a presenter.

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‘I’m still sick. I’m still disabled. But I’m proud of my body’: Frances Ryan’s manifesto for disabled women

Women with disabilities are the biggest minority group in the world, but are still shut out of society. In an extract from her new book, the writer reveals how that is changing – and what more needs to be done

The Guardian - UK

The Trump administration withdrew 11 pieces of ADA guidance. How will it affect compliance?

President Donald Trump’s administration has withdrawn 11 pieces of guidance related to the Americans with Disabilities Act that helped stores, hotels and other businesses understand their obligation to the law

The Independent UK

Ill and disabled people will be made ‘invisible’ by UK benefit cuts, say experts

Those who lose benefit payments will find it difficult to access care and support services, says Policy in Practice

The Guardian - UK

Scottish Labour MP breaks ranks to call out UK Government disability cuts

A SCOTTISH Labour MP has broken ranks and criticised the UK Government for its planned cuts to welfare – warning they will push people “into…

The National (Scotland)

Trump wants to dismantle the Education Department. That could hurt students with disabilities in Texas.

In a state with a checkered history with federal special education law, advocates say Texas students will see an erosion of their disability rights protections.

The Texas Tribune

How to Train Managers on Disability Awareness and Legal Compliance

Managers need thorough training about disability awareness standards as well as legal requirements to create workplaces that are simultaneously respectful and legally compliant and inclusive.

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Does the UK have a mental health overdiagnosis problem?

Mental ill health has been cited as a factor in the welfare overhaul, and experts agree it has worsened since the pandemic

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Social Security Administration planning to lay off thousands more staff in DOGE cuts despite long wait times and web crashes

Cuts could be made across variety of departments, including communications, personnel, legislative affairs, and retirement and disability policy.

The Conversation

If a child has extra needs, support can be hard to find. This new approach can help make it easier and quicker

If your child is struggling with certain everyday activities – such as playing with other kids, getting dressed or paying attention – you might want to get them assessed to see if they need additional support.

The National (Scotland)

Glasgow Labour leader defies Anas Sarwar in attack on disability benefit cuts

Scottish Labour's leader in Glasgow has called for the UK Government to scrap plans to cut disability benefits, defying the stance of party chief…

The Conversation

New research lays bare the harsh realities facing artists and arts workers

Australia’s visual arts and craft workers are facing increasingly deteriorating conditions, according to research published today.

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Salon

The “good” disabled trope on reality TV

Showcasing only affluent, independent disabled people fuels misconceptions that disability benefits are unnecessary

The Independent UK

Georgia set to ease strict rules for proving intellectual disability in death penalty cases

A Georgia bill that would ease the state's tough death penalty law is on track to become law

The National (Scotland)

Everything you need to know about the new Scottish benefit replacing DLA

Here is everything you need to know about the new Scottish benefit set to replace Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for adults

The Conversation

Governments must ensure caregivers have support to keep doing their vital work

April 1 marks National Caregivers Day in Canada. The day is meant to recognize the carers who provide vital care and support to those in need.

The National (Scotland)

Health Secretary clashes with BBC presenter over 'Labour austerity'

HEALTH Secretary Neil Gray clashed with a BBC presenter over the definition of “Labour austerity” in a tense exchange.

The Guardian - UK

MPs to vote on disability benefit cuts without knowing ‘full impact’

Britain’s economic watchdog may not publish forecast of employment prospects until the end of October

The National (Scotland)

'It's a gamble': Economist gives verdict on UK Government benefit cuts

The UK Government is unlikely to see a boost in employment rates on the back of making cuts to disability benefits, an economic expert has said.

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