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Paralympian John McFall could become 1st astronaut with a disability on ISS

European Space Agency astronaut John McFall is cleared to be the first person with a physical disability to fly to the space station.

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Kids' disability rights cases stalled as Trump began to overhaul Education Department

As President Donald Trump reshaped the Education Department, parents say investigations and mediations into kids' disability rights cases ground to a halt

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DWP benefit cuts could be as much as £5bn under Labour plans

Previous plans had put the figure at £3 billion – but it may now be much more

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Labour 'to slash £5bn from benefits bill with disability payment crackdown'

LABOUR are reportedly considering around £5 billion in cuts to the welfare budget – as disability rights campaigners warned ministers they would…

The National (Scotland)

Solstice Breaks Barriers: A Groundbreaking Short Elevates Disability Representation in Film

In an era where diversity and authentic representation in Hollywood remain pressing concerns, Solstice, an evocative fantasy drama, emerges as a landmark achievement.

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Having an x-ray to diagnose knee arthritis might make you more likely to consider potentially unnecessary surgery

Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of chronic pain and disability, affecting more than two million Australians.

The Conversation

Traumatic brain injuries have toxic effects that last weeks after initial impact − an antioxidant material reduces this damage in mice

Traumatic brain injury is a leading cause of death and disability in the world. Blunt force trauma to the brain, often from a bad fall or traffic accident, accounts for the deaths of over 61,000 Americans each year. Over 80,000 will develop some long-term disability.

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DWP Reveals Top Five Personal Independence Payment Claims: Psychiatric, Musculoskeletal, Neurological Dominate

Latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have revealed the five most common health conditions for which people claim Personal Independence Payments (PIP) from the Government.

The Fashion Central

Presidents and Social Security: How Presidents Have Impacted America's First Social Insurance Policy

Since its inception in 1935, Social Security has expanded its mission and reach. Here is how each president from Roosevelt to Trump has impacted Social Security.

Kiplinger

NDIS reforms aim to make the scheme fairer. But we’ve found the groups struggling to gain access

When the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was established in 2013, one of its driving aims was to make disability services and support systems fairer.

The Conversation

Film industry needs to stop seeing disability as a risk – A Different Man star

British actor Adam Pearson said the industry can be very risk-averse when exploring disability.

Evening Standard

British Paralympian is first person with physical disability cleared for space mission

Sprinter and surgeon John McFall given medical certification for mission lasting up to six months

The Guardian - UK

PIP could be ‘replaced’ as consultation begins on new benefit

Anyone with experience of the Personal Independence Payment system is invited to have their say

The Independent UK

DWP to pay £5,000 compensation to 57,000 benefit claimants after court ruling

You may be owed up to £5,000

Evening Standard

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Radio France Internationale

Podcast: AI 'à la française', immigration fact vs feeling, disability law

A French large language model adds European context and nuance to the dominant artificial intelligence being developped by US tech giants and China. Is France really being "flooded" with immigrants? The numbers say no, but the feeling remains. And the mixed legacy of a landmark law on disability and inclusion,…

Latin Times

Disneyland's Attempt to Reduce Abuse of Disability Services Led to Discrimination Against Those With Physical Disabilities, Lawsuit Claims

A class action lawsuit alleges Disneyland's stricter Disability Access Service rules discriminate against physically disabled visitors.

Metal Hammer

"My disability restricted me so much." How Alt Blk Era beat the odds to become Britain's most exciting new alternative band

From collaborating with Wheatus to getting the seal of approval from members of Halestorm, The Prodigy, Skindred and more, Alt Blk Era are breakout stars of the nu gen

The Independent UK

Pan-disability series ‘a new challenge and a fresh motivation’ for Callum Flynn

Flynn has been earmarked as skipper for the first ever pan-disability international series against India this summer.

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Five bucks an hour may solve crisis in disability care

Australians with disability could face worsening support and resources as the workforce struggles to retain and attract talent.

The Guardian - UK

Some people on sickness and disability benefits ‘taking the mickey’, says Liz Kendall – as it happened

The work and pensions secretary said those who think they were unable to work probably could with the right support

Evening Standard

Work and Pensions Secretary says some people on benefits ‘taking the mickey’

A report from the DWP found 49% of health and disability benefit recipients reported they felt they would never be able to work or work again.

The Guardian - UK

As Labour touts more brutal cuts to benefits, how is this different from life under the Tories?

There may be no nasty impulse to punish ‘skivers’, but the end result – those who need help most hit hardest – is exactly the same, says columnist Frances Ryan

The Conversation

How universities can help make our cities more accessible for people with disabilities

People living with disabilities, ranging in severity, regularly face barriers. Oftentimes, built environments are designed in ways that fail to consider the needs of those in situations of disability. That can include improperly sized ramps for wheelchair users or public spaces that are not sensory friendly.

Evening Standard

Double-amputee mountaineer aims to complete Seven Summits challenge this year

Hari Budha Magar, an adventurer and disability campaigner, is aiming to become the first double above-knee amputee to climb the Seven Summits.

Reason

How the Fair Housing Act Gave Us Emotional Support Parrots

The right to a reasonable accommodation has produced some absurd results.

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