EasyJet forces disabled passenger to prove fitness to fly
A disabled passenger reveals how EasyJet demanded medical proof she could travel safely after she booked assistance for her wheelchair, sparking outrage over airline disability policies.
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Jockey's miracle comeback from spinal injury at York
Top jockey Jim Crowley makes stunning comeback just weeks after serious spinal injury, defying medical expectations to ride to victory at York's prestigious Ebor Festival.
Able-bodied man uses wheelchair to skip airport queues
Shocking footage reveals an able-bodied man using airport wheelchair services to skip queues at London Stansted, sparking outrage and raising questions about system abuse and genuine passenger needs.
Jockey Graham Lee paralysed after Newcastle race fall
Distinguished jockey Graham Lee faces permanent paralysis after devastating fall at Newcastle Racecourse, as racing community rallies around the Grand National hero.
Thieves steal disabled man's wheelchair in Oklahoma
Alan Prudhome, a disabled man from Oklahoma, faces immobility after callous thieves stole his specially adapted wheelchair, leaving him stranded and devastated.
Cotswolds Accessibility: Wheelchair-Friendly Guide
Discover how the Cotswolds is transforming into an inclusive destination with our comprehensive accessibility guide featuring wheelchair-friendly attractions, accommodation, and transport tips.
Care staff face jail for lying about pensioner's death
Three care workers admit to covering up circumstances surrounding elderly resident's death from wheelchair fall complications in shocking care home scandal.
Kadeena Cox Shares Emotional Wheelchair Video Amid MS Fight
Paralympic champion and I'm A Celebrity star Kadeena Cox, 34, shares powerful video from her wheelchair, revealing the hidden reality of her Multiple Sclerosis battle since 2014 diagnosis.
Eurostar error strands wheelchair user in Rotterdam
A British wheelchair user's journey from Brussels to London descends into chaos as a Eurostar train error leaves him stranded 100km away in Rotterdam, sparking outrage over disabled travel rights.
Molly Caudery's World Championships dream ends in warm-up injury
British pole vault sensation Molly Caudery's World Athletics Championships campaign ended in devastating fashion before it even began, succumbing to a cruel ankle injury during warm-up in Budapest.
Elton John Sparks Health Concerns After Wheelchair Sighting
Music legend Sir Elton John has sparked concern among his devoted fanbase after being photographed using a wheelchair during a departure from Ibiza. The sighting comes just months after the iconic singer's hip surgery, raising questions about his ongoing
EasyJet Strands Wheelchair User on Tarmac in Alicante
A wheelchair user was abandoned on an EasyJet plane in Spain after staff failed to provide assistance, leaving him stranded on the tarmac in a major accessibility scandal.
Disabled girl misses school after council fails to build ramp
A five-year-old girl with cerebral palsy was forced to miss her first day at a new specialist school after Westminster Council failed to install a promised wheelchair ramp, leaving her family devastated and fighting for her right to an education.
Brighton's Inclusive Rugby World Cup Sells Out
Brighton's Amex Stadium becomes the epicentre of inclusive sport as it hosts a triumphant, sold-out weekend for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, setting a new benchmark for diversity and accessibility in major sporting events.
EasyJet wheelchair mishap leaves disabled teen in tears
Exclusive: A 15-year-old boy with cerebral palsy was left stranded and distressed after his wheelchair was mishandled by EasyJet at London Gatwick, sparking outrage and calls for better airline disability protocols.
Skydiving accident survivor gets life-changing home makeover
A man left paralysed from the waist down in a skydiving accident has received a breathtaking home transformation on George Clarke's Beautiful Builds, finally gaining independent access to his kitchen and a new lease on life.
Wheelchair Basketball Apologises for Israeli Anthem Omission
British Wheelchair Basketball issues a formal apology after failing to play the Israeli national anthem before a World Cup qualifier in Cardiff, prompting a storm of criticism and accusations of a breach of international sporting protocols.
Wheelchair User Abandoned Outside Medical Centre
A disabled woman was allegedly abandoned in her wheelchair outside a US medical facility, sparking outrage and raising serious questions about patient care standards and disability rights.
Disabled mum humiliated by airline over missing wheelchair
A disabled mother recounts her humiliation at Manchester Airport after Jet2 staff told her to 'hurry up' when her pre-booked wheelchair assistance failed to materialise, forcing her to struggle through the terminal.
Shawn Bradley's shocking transformation after paralysis
Former NBA star Shawn Bradley makes a rare public appearance looking unrecognisable following a life-changing bicycle accident in 2021. The 7'6" giant, once a defensive powerhouse, now navigates life in a wheelchair.
Air Canada wheelchair bomb scare shocks passengers
A Toronto-bound Air Canada passenger in a wheelchair was subjected to humiliating security checks after staff mistakenly suspected his mobility aid contained explosives.
Wheelchair scam leaves Gold Coast woman $1,700 poorer
A paraplegic woman from the Gold Coast was conned out of $1,700 in a fraudulent Facebook Marketplace deal for a wheelchair. Police are investigating the heartless scam.
Air Canada crew removes elderly passenger over wheelchair row
An elderly passenger was forcibly removed from an Air Canada flight after a disagreement over wheelchair assistance, sparking outrage and calls for better airline policies.
Hewett analyses Wimbledon semi-final defeat
British wheelchair tennis star Alfie Hewett opens up about his Wimbledon semi-final defeat, sharing lessons learned and his determination to bounce back stronger.
Air Canada criticised for wheelchair assistance charge
Air Canada is under scrutiny after a passenger with mobility issues was charged for wheelchair assistance, sparking outrage and calls for better disability policies in air travel.
Aaron Chalmers on son's wheelchair needs
Former Geordie Shore star Aaron Chalmers shares emotional update on his son's health journey and the family's determination to provide the best care possible.
Elderly neglected in Democrat-run Oakland streets
Disturbing images reveal elderly residents in wheelchairs abandoned on dirty streets in Oakland, raising serious concerns about city leadership.
Ryanair wheelchair damage leaves quadriplegic passenger stranded
A mother's emotional plea after Ryanair allegedly damages her quadriplegic son's wheelchair, leaving them stranded in Warsaw. The airline faces backlash over accessibility failures.
Titans' Pouniu returns after spinal injury, eyes wheelchair rugby
Young rugby prodigy Joseph Pouniu defies the odds, returning to the Gold Coast Titans after a life-threatening spinal injury, with dreams of playing wheelchair rugby league.
Runner wheelchair-bound after heatstroke during marathon
A marathon runner suffered severe heatstroke during a race, leaving him temporarily wheelchair-bound. Experts warn of the dangers of extreme heat during physical activity.
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