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.
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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.
Ian Rankin's Stirling Castle Blue Badge Ordeal
Celebrated crime writer Sir Ian Rankin was left stranded outside historic Stirling Castle after his disabled parking permit was challenged by an overzealous attendant, sparking outrage and highlighting accessibility issues at Scotland's premier heritage s
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
Mum's fury as Aldi 'fails' her disabled son in accessibility row
A mother from Broxburn condemns Aldi after staff allegedly refuse to help her 6-year-old disabled son, sparking a debate on supermarket accessibility policies.
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.
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.
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.
E-Scooters Cause 'Anxiety Crisis' For Blind Pedestrians
Exclusive RNIB report reveals the terrifying rise of pavement riding, forcing blind and partially sighted people to fear for their safety on every journey. Discover the urgent call for action.
iPhone Users Discover 'Mind-Blowing' Hidden Button Trick
Apple fans are only just discovering a genius hidden iPhone feature that creates a virtual button anywhere on the screen, revolutionising one-handed use.
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.
Hairdresser's 'I'm not touching that' refusal to alopecia sufferer
A woman with alopecia was left heartbroken after a salon refused her a simple blow-dry, sparking a major debate on discrimination and accessibility in the beauty industry.
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.
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.
7 Health Risks for Disabled People in UK
New research highlights seven major health issues disproportionately affecting people with disabilities in the UK, urging better healthcare access and awareness.
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.
Council denies parking for disabled wife
A frustrated husband's plea to build a parking space for his disabled wife was rejected by the council, sparking outrage over accessibility rights.
Southwest Airlines apologises to blind passengers
Southwest Airlines faces backlash after multiple incidents involving blind passengers being denied proper assistance. The airline has issued an apology, but advocates demand systemic changes.
LA Paralympics 2028: Is the US Ready?
As Los Angeles prepares to host the 2028 Paralympics, questions arise about whether the US has done enough to ensure accessibility, inclusivity, and a memorable event for athletes and fans alike.
Pregnant mum barred from McDonald's drive-thru
A heavily pregnant woman was refused service at a McDonald's drive-thru for walking through, despite being unable to fit in a car. The incident has sparked a debate over accessibility and common sense.
Disabled boy banned from bouncy castle over 'risk' claim
A mother shares her shock after her son with a spinal disability was denied access to a bouncy castle, sparking a debate on inclusivity and accessibility.
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