Climate flotilla sails into Belém ahead of COP30
A colourful armada of boats converges on the Brazilian city of Belém, carrying indigenous leaders and climate activists ahead of the crucial COP30 climate negotiations.
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Britain's invisible care network revealed
Amidst ongoing crises, an intricate web of informal care continues to sustain vulnerable people across the UK, revealing the hidden resilience of our social fabric.
£4,800 benefit millions of Britons missing out on
Discover how hundreds of thousands of pensioners could be missing out on vital financial support worth up to £4,800 annually. Learn eligibility criteria and how to claim this underclaimed benefit.
6-Month Jail Threat for MP Home Protesters
New legislation could see activists facing up to six months in jail for demonstrating outside politicians' private residences, raising serious concerns about democratic rights.
Jennifer Lawrence Joins Celebrity Anti-Trump Voting Push
Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence leads growing chorus of Hollywood stars making impassioned plea for voters to prevent Donald Trump's return to White House in crucial presidential race.
Disabled man dies naked in cell with spit hood
Shocking inquest reveals disabled Northern Territory man died naked in police cell wearing spit hood and handcuffs, raising serious questions about custodial care standards.
Beth Pratt: Rewilding Yosemite National Park
Discover how Beth Pratt's groundbreaking work is transforming wildlife conservation in Yosemite through innovative corridors and community engagement.
20,000 demand step-free access across London Tube
A groundswell of public support is forcing Transport for London to reconsider step-free access across the Underground network after a massive petition gains unprecedented backing.
The dating question disabled people dread
New research reveals the intrusive questions and dating challenges faced by disabled people, with many reporting being ghosted after revealing their conditions.
Mary Earps: My Nike Victory For Jersey Sales
England goalkeeper Mary Earps reveals her triumphant battle against sportswear behemoth Nike over jersey sales, proving that speaking up against corporate giants can lead to meaningful change.
Gen Z Leads Global Climate Protests Across Nations
A new wave of youth-led environmental activism is sweeping across developing nations, with Generation Z taking centre stage in unprecedented climate demonstrations from Kathmandu to Antananarivo.
Mobility Scooter User's Terrifying Near-Miss on Busy Road
Dramatic footage captures the heart-stopping moment a mobility scooter user narrowly avoids disaster while attempting to cross a major road, sparking urgent safety discussions.
Pro-Israel activist sues Sydney restaurant over exclusion
A Sydney restaurant faces legal action after allegedly vilifying and excluding a pro-Israel activist who participated in a controversial News Corp publicity campaign, sparking debate about free speech and political discrimination.
TfL urged to accelerate step-free access programme
Transport for London is being urged to dramatically speed up its step-free access installations as campaigners warn current progress is 'glacially slow' and leaves disabled passengers stranded.
Michael McVeigh: Disability Rights Champion Dies at 78
Discover the inspiring journey of Michael McVeigh, whose pioneering work transformed accessibility and inclusion across Britain, leaving an enduring legacy that continues to shape our society.
Gen Z's Discord Revolution: How Gamers Toppled Governments
An explosive investigation reveals how Generation Z transformed the gaming communication platform Discord into a powerful tool for political revolution, coordinating mass movements that brought down established regimes across the globe.
Ford's Blistering Climate Rebuke to Trump
Hollywood legend and environmental activist Harrison Ford launches scathing attack on Donald Trump's climate policies, warning of catastrophic consequences for future generations in impassioned speech.
Horror's Ableism Problem: Cinema's New Monsters
From Frankenstein's creature to modern horror villains, cinema has long used physical difference as shorthand for evil. Discover why the genre's new monsters still fail the disability community.
Alan Kilburn: Visionary disability rights campaigner dies
Remembering the extraordinary life of Alan Kilburn, the pioneering disability rights campaigner whose tireless advocacy created a more inclusive Britain for wheelchair users.
Reverend Peter Cruchley: A Life of Global Peacemaking
Discover the extraordinary life of Reverend Peter Cruchley, the Cardiff-born missionary whose radical peace work transformed communities from the Philippines to Palestine.
Nabil Shaban: Disability rights pioneer and actor dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Nabil Shaban, the trailblazing actor and disability rights activist who shattered barriers in television and theatre.
State ministers threaten NDIS boycott in funding clash
State and territory disability ministers are threatening to boycott crucial National Disability Insurance Scheme talks with Mark Butler, escalating tensions over funding and reforms.
Ukraine's Women: From Wives to Warriors
Amid Russia's invasion, Ukrainian women are transforming traditional roles, becoming soldiers, activists, and community leaders while fighting for their nation's survival.
NHS denies lifesaving care to disabled child
A desperate mother reveals her exhausting nightly routine to prevent her daughter from choking to death while the NHS refuses to fund essential medical equipment.
NDIS Cuts Trap Disabled Australians in Hospitals
Vulnerable Australians with disabilities are becoming trapped in hospital wards for months due to severe NDIS funding cuts, creating a growing healthcare crisis and leaving families in despair.
PIP eligibility overhaul could save £9bn yearly
Major reforms to Personal Independence Payment eligibility could save taxpayers £9 billion annually, but disability advocates warn of devastating consequences for vulnerable claimants.
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