Diff'rent Strokes child star Melanie Watson dies at 57
Melanie Watson, who played Arnold's friend Kathy on Diff'rent Strokes, has died at 57. Her brother confirms she passed after health complications in hospital. Read the full story.
Category : Disabilities
AI Glasses Become 'Game Changer' for Wounded Veterans
Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley smart glasses are proving a lifeline for veterans with disabilities. Discover how voice-controlled AI helps with navigation, communication, and rehabilitation.
Man cut in half by forklift shares life six years later
Loren Schauers, who survived a hemicorperectomy after a 50ft fall in 2019, discusses what he misses most and his new career ambitions. Read his incredible story of resilience.
Disabled Dog Balu Needs UK Home After 5-Year Wait
Balu, a gentle dog with a unique bounce in his step, has spent five years searching for a loving home. Rescued from Portugal, he needs a UK family for 2026. Could you be his hero?
Woman with rare 'butterfly' disorder defies odds at 41
Emma Fogarty, one of the oldest survivors of Epidermolysis Bullosa, shares her story of defying medical predictions and her unique bond with actor Colin Farrell. Discover her journey of pain, resilience, and hope.
Ruth Codd walks again after second leg amputation
Celebrity Traitors star Ruth Codd, 29, shares a motivating TikTok update as she practices walking with prosthetic legs following her second below-the-knee amputation. See her incredible journey.
Guide Dog Waiting Times Reach Two Years Amid Crisis
Blind and partially sighted people in the UK face waits of up to two years for a guide dog as charity Guide Dogs battles soaring costs and volunteer shortages. The cost to breed and train one dog has reached £102,000.
Girl, 13, completes wish list before going blind
Audrey Tyrrell, 13, is ticking off a 'visual wish list' after a diagnosis of Usher syndrome. The Essex teen aims to see the world before progressive vision loss takes hold. Read her inspiring story.
Girl's Nutcracker debut after brain injury goes viral
Morri Covin, a young girl recovering from a traumatic brain injury, stars in a heartwarming holiday ballet performance with her classmates' support. Watch the emotional moment that moved millions.
Ballet company creates permanent role for terminally ill girl
The Oklahoma City Ballet immortalises Olivia Francis, 12, by naming a new character after her in The Nutcracker, fulfilling her dream and creating a legacy for other children. Discover this heartwarming story of community and artistry.
DWP clarifies PIP stance on 'set symptoms list'
The DWP has confirmed PIP assessments do not use a 'set symptoms list' for conditions like fibromyalgia. Find out what this means for claimants and how assessments really work.
Mother jailed for locking disabled child in hot car
A mother has been sentenced to 40 years for locking her disabled daughter in a sweltering car. Discover the shocking details of this child abuse case.
Christine McGuinness: Kids taught me 'not to be scared'
Christine McGuinness breaks down in tears as she reveals how her three autistic children inspired her to face fears. The ex-wife of Paddy McGuinness shares an emotional family update.
Strictly winner on why he turned down show multiple times
Strictly Come Dancing 2024 winner Chris McCausland admits he was 'annoyed' by the BBC's 'ridiculous' offer. Discover why the blind comedian finally made a major U-turn.
Mirror's Lifelites Christmas Appeal Raises £22k for Tech
Comedian Rosie Jones supports the Mirror's Christmas appeal for Lifelites, highlighting isolation faced by disabled people. The campaign has raised over £22,000 for assistive technology for children's hospices.
Dog spends a year in kennels waiting for UK home
Ljubica, a gentle crossbreed saved from Bosnian streets, has spent over a year in rescue kennels. This affectionate five-year-old dog needs a loving UK family with a garden. Could you offer her the home she deserves?
Custom wheelchair stolen from disabled girl in Leicestershire
A six-year-old girl with spina bifida was left stranded after thieves stole her family car containing her vital £4,000 custom wheelchair. The community appeal led to its miraculous return.
Amputee's first Christmas with new hand after sepsis
Kim Smith, 64, a quadruple amputee from Milton Keynes, is celebrating her first Christmas able to open presents after a life-changing hand transplant. She urges sepsis awareness and organ donation talks.
Love Island's Jacques O'Neill finds new life as a carer
Former Love Island 'villain' Jacques O'Neill reveals how caring for young people with disabilities saved him after a spiral of self-hatred and drink. Read his inspiring transformation.
Disabled girl's £4,000 wheelchair stolen before Christmas
A six-year-old girl with spina bifida is left immobile after thieves steal her £4,000 specialist wheelchair from a car in Leicestershire. Police appeal for its return.
Famous Figures Who Overcame a Stammer
A new campaign highlights Charles Darwin, Ed Sheeran, and Noel Gallagher as inspiration for young people who stammer. Discover their stories and find support.
Guide Dogs Charity Issues Urgent Plea for Puppy Raisers
Nearly 900 people in the UK are waiting for a guide dog due to a critical shortage of volunteer puppy raisers. The charity is appealing for help, especially in Scotland and the North West.
Motability drivers avoid bans in court, reports reveal
Drivers are escaping disqualification by citing their Motability scheme cars, a Sun analysis finds. The taxpayer-funded programme faces scrutiny over luxury models and exploitation.
Simple eye test can detect hidden aphantasia condition
Scientists develop the first objective test for aphantasia, a condition affecting millions who cannot form mental images. Discover the signs and new research.
Amputee gets life-changing hand transplant for Christmas
Kim Smith, 64, receives a new hand after sepsis led to quadruple amputation. She urges families to discuss organ donation this festive season. Read her inspiring story.
Amputee veteran's quest to climb highest peaks on all continents
Hari Budha Magar MBE, who lost both legs in Afghanistan, prepares for final Antarctic climb to complete the Seven Summits. His story of resilience redefines disability. Support his charity mission here.
Teen with unnamed rare condition finds freedom in VR
Mikey Strachan, 13, has an undiagnosed condition requiring 24/7 care. Through the Mirror's Christmas appeal for Lifelites, virtual reality technology lets him play football and explore worlds.
Girl, 7, finds joy through tech after blindness diagnosis
Brave Katie-Rae Edmunds, 7, who has had three open heart surgeries and is now blind, finds laughter again through Lifelites' sensory technology. Support our Christmas appeal to help more children.
PIP benefit reviews extended to five years in DWP shake-up
Millions face major changes as DWP lengthens PIP review periods from nine months to five years, aiming to save £1.9bn and clear assessment backlogs. Read the full details.
New Mental Health Act law leaves thousands trapped
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.
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