US Stars Boycott UK Awards in Industry Protest
Top US actors and directors are refusing to attend BAFTA ceremonies in London, demanding fair pay and better working conditions in a major standoff with British producers.
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Mother charged with murder of disabled daughter in neglect case
Liza Lindsay, an Indiana mother, faces murder charges after her severely disabled daughter, Caleigh, was found dead in squalid conditions. A tragic story of alleged neglect and systemic failure.
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.
NRL's Payne Haas reveals disabled brother's 24/7 care needs
Exclusive: Brisbane Broncos prop Payne Haas opens up about his disabled brother's 24-hour care needs and the immense family trauma of his mother's legal battles and father's imprisonment.
Blue Badge Renewal: The £10 Secret Every Driver Must Know
Drivers are being urged to check their Blue Badge expiry dates as a little-known renewal tip could save them from hefty fines and a lengthy application process. Discover the crucial step thousands are missing.
Robin Millar: UK's Disability Barriers Are a National Failing
Music legend and disability rights campaigner Sir Robin Millar speaks out on the persistent physical and societal barriers facing disabled people in Britain today, urging for radical change.
EastEnders Star Sacked After Disabled Slur Scandal
EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick has been sacked by the BBC after using a disabled slur in a since-deleted social media video. The Jay Brown star issues grovelling apology.
Mum's £18k eviction threat over disabled son's decking
A mother in Westminster faces a staggering £18,000 bill and potential eviction after the council ordered the removal of decking she built for her disabled son, igniting a fierce debate over tenant rights and disability provisions.
Fire chief sacked over disabled YouTuber's destroyed equipment
A London fire chief has been dismissed after crews, during a home safety check, threw a disabled content creator's vital equipment into a skip. The incident, described as 'appalling,' caused significant distress and has prompted a formal apology from the
DWP's New Disability Scheme Sparks Fury and Fear
The UK government's new 'Chance to Work' scheme for disabled benefits claimants is facing fierce criticism from charities and opposition MPs, who warn it will force vulnerable people into unsuitable jobs under threat of losing their financial lifeline.
Urgent Blue Badge Warning For Disabled Drivers
Drivers with disabilities are being issued an urgent warning as councils crack down on Blue Badge misuse with new surveillance tech. Find out how these changes could affect you.
Over 80s Face New Test for Blue Badge Parking Permits
Major shake-up to the Blue Badge scheme means thousands of elderly drivers must now undergo assessments to prove eligibility, sparking fury among campaigners.
Rayner used son's NHS compensation for second home
Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner faces scrutiny after reports reveal she used compensation from her disabled son's NHS clinical negligence claim to help buy a second property. The revelation raises ethical questions amid her party's stance on housing an
Driver fined £1,000 for fake Blue Badge use
A motorist in Greater Manchester has been hit with a massive £1,000 penalty after falsely claiming to be a Blue Badge holder. Discover how council enforcers uncovered the deceit.
Coroner's mystery over disabled boy's fatal cocaine ingestion
A coroner's inquest into the death of a 13-year-old disabled boy from Kent concludes it is 'impossible to determine' how he ingested the lethal dose of cocaine that killed him, leaving a family with unanswered questions.
Disabled Boy Dies with Cocaine in System After School Failings
Exclusive investigation reveals a vulnerable disabled boy died with cocaine in his system after attending a special needs school in Croydon. Shocking failings exposed in safeguarding protocols.
Mother barred from Butlin's over gender-critical views
A mother from Surrey was banned from a holiday camp after staff discovered her gender-critical views online, sparking a fierce debate on free speech and discrimination in the UK.
New Driveway Parking Rule for England Causes Controversy
A major change to the Highway Code in England now permits residents to park across their own dropped kerbs, even if it obstructs the pavement. Discover what this means for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and parents with prams.
£1bn award after hospital negligence disables baby
A Utah family has been awarded a staggering $1 billion in damages after medical negligence at a Steward Healthcare-owned hospital resulted in their baby being born with severe, permanent disabilities. The landmark ruling highlights critical failures in ma
Brad Pitt & George Clooney Top Most Handsome Over 50 List
A definitive ranking of the world's most handsome actors over 50 has been revealed, with Hollywood legends Brad Pitt and George Clooney leading the pack. Discover which British stars made the coveted list.
Father admits mercy killing of disabled son
Emmanuel Haros, 44, pleads guilty to manslaughter after suffocating his severely disabled 7-year-old son in their Surrey home. The tragic case raises difficult questions about carer burden and mercy killings.
Swim instructor assaults disabled child, dragged by hair
A swimming instructor from Surrey has been sentenced after a horrifying incident where she violently dragged a disabled child by the hair across a pool. The distressing footage led to her downfall.
Canada reviews euthanasia for disabled newborns
Exclusive: A profound ethical debate ignites as Canada's special parliamentary committee reviews whether medically assisted dying should include 'mature minors' and infants with severe disabilities. Critics warn of a dangerous ethical frontier.
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.
Disabled mum told to 'hurry up' during DWP benefits assessment
A disabled mother from Stoke-on-Trent was left humiliated after a DWP assessor told her to 'hurry up' during a benefits review, highlighting ongoing concerns over the treatment of vulnerable claimants.
Lenny Henry's Bold BBC Diversity Stand
Comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry reveals the moment he threatened to quit the BBC in a powerful fight for better Black and Asian representation, a move that changed British television forever.
Harvey Price: The Forgotten Victim of Katie & Peter's Feud
An exclusive look into the emotional toll on Katie Price's disabled son, Harvey, as he loses his father figure, Peter Andre, amidst the parents' public and bitter fallout.
Crackdown on drivers using dead relatives' Blue Badges
UK councils are launching a major crackdown on motorists fraudulently using Blue Badges belonging to deceased relatives to dodge parking fees and access disabled bays, with offenders facing fines of up to £1,000.
Florida Man Bullies Disabled Children on School Bus
A Florida man faces intense backlash after a viral video captured him verbally abusing and intimidating children with special needs on their school bus. The incident, met with swift condemnation, has sparked a police investigation and a wider conversation
Mum's disabled bay blocked by neighbour with 'selfish' note
A furious mum was left unable to park in her designated disabled bay after a neighbour blocked it and left a 'selfish' note. The shocking incident has sparked outrage online.
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