A New York school district faces state investigation after allegations surfaced that wooden 'timeout boxes' were built to confine students with disabilities. Governor Kathy Hochul calls the claims 'highly disturbing'.
Michaela Benthaus, a paraplegic engineer, becomes the first wheelchair user to visit space. Her historic flight aims to improve accessibility both in space and on Earth. Read the full story.
Campaigners warn landmark Mental Health Act reforms won't free over 2,000 people with learning disabilities from hospitals without urgent community funding. Read the full story.
Spencer West, a motivational speaker, shares a crucial lesson on consent and respecting disabled people's autonomy. Read his powerful story and learn what not to do.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz responds to Donald Trump's disability slur, calling it 'cruelness' on the anniversary of key disabilities education law. Read the full story.
The US Department of Justice is investigating SeaWorld Orlando and other parks for potential ADA violations after banning rollator walkers. Discover the full story.
Ambitious Chinese mothers are uprooting their lives and moving to America to bypass the ultra-competitive gaokao exam and boost their children's chances of attending top-tier universities like Stanford.
Parents who lost their daughter demand legal enforcement of coroners' reports after a study reveals systemic NHS failures are being routinely ignored, leading to preventable deaths.
James Stewart, 41, died from severe constipation after not defecating for a month. His family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the group home, alleging neglect.
Trainline partners with Parkinson's UK to launch new travel badges, raising awareness and encouraging patience among rail passengers for those with the condition.
James Stewart, 41, died from a 20-pound bowel obstruction after staff at an Ohio group home allegedly ignored his worsening condition for weeks. His family calls the death 'entirely avoidable'.
The NHS is making history by inviting adults with Down's syndrome to participate in revolutionary health research that could transform medical understanding and care.
A British university's human rights research initiative has triggered a formal complaint from Chinese students, raising concerns about academic freedom and international relations.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis mandates state universities to cease H-1B visa sponsorship for international students, sparking concerns about academic freedom and economic impact on Florida's tech sector.
New UCAS data reveals Chinese student applications to UK universities have increased by over 80% since 2019, with Oxford and Cambridge experiencing particularly high demand as international competition intensifies.
Turkish Airlines launches groundbreaking medical identification cards to support travellers with invisible conditions like Parkinson's and autism, transforming air travel accessibility.
Whitehorse Middle School in Madison under investigation after staff member's alleged Facebook post singled out student with disabilities, sparking outrage and raising serious safeguarding concerns.
New research reveals family backing is the key factor helping first-year university students navigate mental health challenges and academic pressure during their critical transition to higher education.
Cross-party MPs call on the government to address the visa crisis preventing Gaza students from bringing their children to the UK, highlighting devastating family separations and broken promises.
Groundbreaking new rules mean drivers and passengers with 'hidden disabilities' can automatically qualify for Blue Badge parking permits across the UK without lengthy assessments.
Dozens of Palestinian students have been evacuated from Gaza to continue their studies at UK universities in a coordinated effort involving the Palestinian General Delegation and British institutions.
Foreign students who participated in Palestinian solidarity protests face potential deportation as Trump administration deploys AI surveillance and expands ICE powers in controversial immigration overhaul.
A vulnerable man with Down's syndrome died from starvation in what coroner calls 'wholly avoidable' tragedy at Bristol care facility, exposing systemic care failures.
Carmen Andrade, one of the world's few adult conjoined twins, shares her extraordinary story of navigating marriage while permanently connected to her sister Lupita, revealing the profound respect and boundaries that make their unique relationship work.
A group of Palestinian students, evacuated from the conflict in Gaza, have arrived safely in the UK to continue their studies under a government-supported scheme, finding refuge and academic opportunity.
A new study reveals the surprising essentials students wish they'd packed for university, moving beyond instant noodles to include practical tech, kitchen gadgets, and wellbeing items for a smoother transition to independent life.
Health experts issue critical warning to students about the deadly signs of meningitis and septicaemia after a concerning rise in cases across UK universities.
Exclusive: UK students are losing life-changing sums to a convincing 'bank security' scam. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this growing crisis.
A 45-year-old care home resident with Down's syndrome has died after choking on a cupcake, prompting a serious police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident at the privately-run facility.
Former President Donald Trump's proposed travel ban expansion sends shockwaves through UK higher education, threatening academic ties and student mobility.