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fromNew York Amsterdam News
2 days ago

Harlem Independent Living Center celebrates 35th anniversary of serving disability community

Harlem Independent Living Center expanded renovated offices and provides comprehensive independent-living services and advocacy for Harlem's disability community.
#social-security
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Biden Says Trump Is Breaking Things,' Including the Safety Net

Biden condemned Trump for damaging Social Security, emphasizing its necessity for millions and urging for its protection.
US politics
fromABC7 New York
4 months ago

Joe Biden will speak about Social Security in his return to national stage

Biden's speech addresses concerns over Trump’s impact on Social Security and aims to rally liberal support ahead of midterm elections.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Biden Says Trump Is Breaking Things,' Including the Safety Net

Biden condemned Trump for damaging Social Security, emphasizing its necessity for millions and urging for its protection.
US politics
fromABC7 New York
4 months ago

Joe Biden will speak about Social Security in his return to national stage

Biden's speech addresses concerns over Trump’s impact on Social Security and aims to rally liberal support ahead of midterm elections.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

I Was Born Without Arms, but That Didn't Stop Me From Becoming the World's First Licensed Armless Pilot

From the beginning, I made the connection that if there are no arms, why not use my feet? Our toes and feet have the same type of bones as our hands and fingers, so it was a normal transition for replacement.
Travel
#autism
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
NYC parents

RFK Jr. Made Some Truly Awful Comments About Autism And Now He's Shocked That Everyone Is Mad

fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
NYC parents

RFK Jr. Made Some Truly Awful Comments About Autism And Now He's Shocked That Everyone Is Mad

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

New York State Supreme Court pilot program in Manhattan makes justice accessible | amNewYork

The New York State court system unveiled two upgraded courtrooms at its 60 Centre Street courthouse, enhancing accessibility for visually and hearing-impaired visitors.
US politics
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Health Care, Disability Groups Protest Malliotakis Vote on Big Beautiful Bill

Protests erupted in Brooklyn against Congresswoman Malliotakis for her vote on the Big Beautiful Bill, expected to cut healthcare for millions.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Without support, my son would not be here': Mother's plea to Labour over SEND cuts

Cuts to special educational needs support threaten families who rely on tailored assistance for children's mental health and educational success.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Liz Kendall is a listening kind of woman but can't seem to hear Labour discontent on welfare bill | John Crace

The tension within Labour regarding welfare reforms illustrates internal party divisions and the challenges of balancing political priorities with social justice.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Cutting personal independent payments: potentially devastating or justified? | Letters

Starmer’s assurances that current recipients of PIP and the health element of universal credit will be safeguarded have provided some relief, but broader discontent persists.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

You have to fight tooth and nail': PIP claimants tell of struggle to get awarded

"The government's concessions on plans to cut welfare spending now mean that Sarah won't be subject to stricter eligibility criteria when next assessed for the benefit."
Canada news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Meet the visually impaired Galway man who is walking to fundraise and advocate for disability issues

The 'Walk With Joseph' initiative raises awareness about Galway's pedestrian infrastructure while fundraising for a sensory room at Ability West.
fromGothamist
2 months ago

PATH train is offering 50% discounts to riders with disabilities. Here's how to apply.

PATH train riders with disabilities will receive 50% off fares starting next week.
Applications for the reduced fare program open Monday, allowing easier access for qualifying riders.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Mercury Music Picks: Holocene Turns 22 and the Mercury on City Cast Portland!

"I am so tired-exhausted even-of people using the r-word thinking it's somehow subversive and edgy when it's actually completely fucked up and abelist."
Portland food
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

One woman's fight to remove barriers for aspiring doctors with disabilities

Taylor Carty, diagnosed with cerebral palsy, strives to become a doctor and advocate for increased representation of people with disabilities in medicine.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Hyper-sexualized AI Down syndrome content is going viral in latest sick trend

"It makes me feel a myriad of things," Charlotte Woodward, a 35-year-old woman with Down Syndrome told The Post. "Not only do I find it disturbing, I find it personally upsetting. I also feel anger and outrage."
Social media marketing
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

MTA delaying emergency gate openings to thwart fare evaders - as critics sound alarms over safety: 'Putting people's lives at risk'

The MTA's fare evasion crackdown may jeopardize safety, especially for people with disabilities, due to delayed emergency exits.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A Different Man's Adam Pearson to star in new film of The Elephant Man

Adam Pearson will portray Joseph Merrick in a new adaptation of The Elephant Man, marking the first time a disabled actor plays this role in film.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

Meet this year's youngest Boston Marathon runner

Annabel Silbersher celebrated her 18th birthday by completing her first Boston Marathon, raising over $20,000 for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

Toronto Island author publishes historical fiction about child with disability | CBC News

"I think a lot of kids who are ill or have disabilities will relate to it, but what I'm finding is that adults are really enjoying it too because there's so much Toronto history in it."
Toronto startup
UK news
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Whistleblower who gave 'at least 27 days' of evidence for Grace report describes process as 'complete waste of time'

Grace endured neglect for two decades in foster care, emphasizing failures in the system.
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