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‘A cruel penalty’: disabled people face lower benefit payments if conditions not deemed lifelong

Forthcoming rules mean debilitating conditions may not meet strict ‘severe and lifelong’ criteria, say charities

The Guardian - UK

South Africa’s new parental leave policy is designed for equality – but it could do better

South Africa introduced a new amendment to the parental leave policy in October 2025. The aim was to provide equitable rights for all parents. Noreth Muller-Kluits, a disability researcher and social worker by training, examines the policy as it affects people living with disabilities. Her recent work includes formulating a…

The Conversation

Hundreds of disabled Londoners assigned work coaches to get them back into jobs

In a visit to Westminster job centre this week, disability minister Sir Stephen Timms met with people using the new Pathways to Work Advisers

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Trump repeats Newsom insults with ‘mental disability’ claims

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Trump doubles down on Newsom dyslexia attack: ‘I don’t want my president with mental disability’

Donald Trump has doubled down on his insults about Gavin Newsom, calling him “stupid“ and saying he did not want “a person with mental disability to be my president.”

The Independent UK

DWP Fraudster Catherine Wieland Claimed Anxiety Left Her Housebound—Photos Tell Another Story

A West Sussex woman deceived authorities with false anxiety claims to fraudulently obtain disability payments, only to be exposed by her adventurous lifestyle abroad. Learn about the court's verdict and the consequences she now faces.

International Business Times UK

Woman booted from Frontier Airlines for ‘not listening’ — her ticket explained why

A mile-high war of words.

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Delta passenger with MS says first-class passenger said she didn’t look ‘disabled enough’ to pre-board. So they removed her: ‘Absolutely humiliating’

Airlines are required to serve people with disabilities. That said, anyone with a disability will tell you that many carriers do a poor job of catering to their customers with different needs.

The Mary Sue

Frontier Airlines is in hot water over a deaf passenger’s removal, but the company claims it didn’t even know about her disability

Andrew Rozynski, an attorney representing Ashley Grey, is threatening a lawsuit against Frontier Airlines in New York if it doesn’t retract its statement regarding Grey’s recent removal from a flight. This development comes after Grey, who is deaf, was reportedly kicked off a Frontier flight, an incident she captured in…

The Mary Sue

8 Mistakes That Can Trigger a Social Security Overpayment Notice

A letter from Social Security demanding money back can hit like a financial lightning bolt. One day everything looks fine, and the next day a notice shows up claiming too much money landed in the account. That moment creates confusion, frustration, and one big question: how did this even happen?

The Free Financial Advisor

Court Declines Pro Se Litigant's Request for Certain Disability Accommodations

From Judge John Tuchi's order last week in Doe v. City of Scottsdale (D. Ariz.): Plaintiff filed a motion for… The post Court Declines Pro Se Litigant's Request for Certain Disability Accommodations appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

Government gives update on Pip review as claimants reach record high

Disabled people have been urged to share their views on the future of the Personal Independence Payment (Pip), Britain’s most-claimed health and disability benefit, as the review into the payment continues.

The Independent UK

Nestle worker sacked for ‘vaping in toilet’ wins £22k compensation

A former Nestle worker, Luke Billings, has been awarded over £22,000 after an employment tribunal ruled his dismissal for allegedly vaping in work toilets was disproportionate. Mr Billings, who had an “unblemished career” since 2012, was sacked in October 2023 for alleged gross misconduct, which he denied. The tribunal acknowledged…

The Independent UK

Woman Alleges She Was Kicked Off Flight For Being Deaf As Frontier Reveals The Real Story

“According to various personnel who interacted with the passenger, she was clearly and effectively conversing with them during interactions,” the airline stated.

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Sam endured four miserable years in a disability group home. The NDIS was meant to change that – but reports of neglect are surging

Exclusive: The regulator is fielding an increasing number of reports of abuse, injuries and unauthorised restraint, documents released under FoI show

The Conversation

What’s the equivalent of a wheelchair for a person with schizophrenia? How psychiatric rehabilitation brings community into care

Imagine your dream is to get a job at the local library. You have a love for people and for books. You also have schizophrenia, a psychiatric disability that makes life in the community more challenging.

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Why Legal Representation Matters in Social Security Disability Claims

In Spartanburg, South Carolina, many residents grapple with the challenges of living with a disability

The Independent UK

Deaf woman says Frontier removed her from flight after dispute over crew instructions: ‘I’m so embarrassed’

The woman claimed her disability was noted on ticket, though airline staff gave a very different explanation for her removal

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Why universities still struggle to make degrees accessible for disabled students

The higher education sector is more aware of disability than it was a few years ago. Universities are more willing to provide support, and attitudes have improved. What students describe day to day, however, tells a different story.

International Business Times UK

Selma Blair Attends Oscars Afterparty with a Cane: Why Her Latest Look is a Major MS Milestone for Disability Visibility

Selma Blair made a powerful statement at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, showcasing elegance and advocating for disability visibility with her stylish use of a cane.

The Conversation

Do dads of disabled children do enough? Kenya study points to misunderstood ways of caring

A child’s success at school doesn’t depend only on teachers and classrooms. Studies show that when parents engage with schools – by attending meetings, supporting learning at home and working with teachers – children tend to do better academically and socially.

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Attention Maryland Drivers: How the New ‘Butterfly’ ID Law Could Protect Your Family in 2026

Maryland’s disability notation program for driver’s licenses has been in place for a few years. However, in 2026, it is finally becoming a major topic of conversation among residents. As more Marylanders renew their licenses to meet updated Real ID requirements, they are discovering a feature many missed initially: the…

Reason

Is Judge Pauline Newman Entitled to Her Day in Court?

Her cert petition to the Supreme Court presents the important jurisdictional question of whether the Judicial Disability Act bars all judicial review of a decision by her fellow judges to remove her from active service.

The Independent UK

Labour MP and disability campaigner speaks out on eating disorder battle

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“My Mum Cuts Vegetables For Me”: Lazy BIL Can’t Handle The Fact That Guy With One Arm Can’t Use A Knife

His mother was cutting his veggies for him because he only had one arm. But his girlfriend and brother somehow saw that as a weakness of his character. The brother called him "lazy" and "a mummy's boy," even though he himself was freeloading in his sister's BF's home, jobless, and…

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