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Meet Ella Maisy Purvis, breakout star of Channel 4's Patience

Ella Maisy Purvis tells us about her breakthrough in Patience, the autism she shares with her character, and why she wants to be the next Q

Evening Standard

Traitors star Alexander ‘so pleased’ brother’s story inspired Mencap donations

The former British diplomat admitted it was a ‘tricky decision’ to talk about his younger brother, who had global development delay and autism.

Evening Standard

Scots with learning disabilities held in institutions 'in breach of human rights'

A report from Scotland’s human rights watchdog has raised concerns that people with learning disabilities and autism are still being held in…

The National (Scotland)

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What it’s like watching RFK Jr.’s hearing with his biggest fans as an autistic person

Analysis: Robert F. Kennedy has earned a strong cult following. Eric Garcia spent Kennedy’s confirmation hearing with his faithful flock

The Independent UK

My mom owns her year of the snake traits

Cunning? Resourceful? The snake from Chinese mythology has guided my mother in ways that benefited my autism

Salon

Autism portfolio elevated to cabinet

Autism is now a cabinet-level portfolio in one Australian state after a ministerial reshuffle triggered by an independent politician's resignation.

AAP

Bill Gates reveals he probably would be diagnosed on the autism spectrum if he were growing up today

“During my childhood, the fact that some people’s brains process information differently from others wasn’t widely understood.”

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RFK Jr is telling senate Republicans that he’s actually ‘all for’ vaccines in screeching U-turn

Kennedy has suggested, contrary to scientific consensus, that certain vaccines are connected to childhood autism, asthma and developmental impairment

The Independent UK

Sophie’s cuddles for puppy named Lord Louis of Spudringham

The Duchess of Edinburgh paid a visit to Dogs for Autism in Hampshire on Tuesday, the day after her 60th birthday.

Evening Standard

Autistic comic book fans sought for Cambridge University study

Professor Jenny Gibson, an expert in neurodiversity and autism, described the project as ‘kick-starting a wider conversation about comics and autism’.

Evening Standard

Parents make knife crime vow as teenager convicted of Elianne Andam murder

Hassan Sentamu had admitted manslaughter but denied murder on the basis that his autism affected his self-control.

Evening Standard

Emirates to become world’s first autism-certified airline

The airline has set a new standard for travellers with autism and sensory sensitivities

The Independent UK

Why do false claims that vaccines cause autism refuse to die? Here are nine reasons

The idea that autism is caused by vaccines has recently been revived by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the presumptive nominee for US Secretary of Health and Human Services, as well as by president-elect Donald Trump. When asked about vaccines at a recent press conference, Trump reportedly said there was “something…

The Conversation

Autism strategy 'long-awaited, crucial step': families

The families of autistic people say they are optimistic a national plan will give their community a future in a more inclusive and understanding Australia.

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The Conversation

Australia has a new autism strategy but questions remain for those who don’t get NDIS support

Today the federal government released Australia’s first National Autism Strategy, with A$42 million of funding for the first stage of the strategy.

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Australia Just Got Its First National Autism Strategy, Here’s What It Means

The government has unveiled Australia’s first-ever National Autism Strategy aimed at breaking down barriers and improving the lives of nearly 300,000 people across the country living with autism. Launched on Tuesday, the new strategy and its associated Action Plan will mark a coordinated national approach to bolstering inclusion and the…

The Guardian - AU

Daniel Duggan’s family to challenge extradition to US in federal court – as it happened

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Worries autism plan may overlook children who need help

Australia has launched its first national autism strategy and action plan but some say it doesn't go far enough to improve inclusion and engagement.

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Change for families' lengthy autism diagnosis wait

Australian families affected by autism are hoping the first national strategy and plan for the condition will change often years-long diagnosis timelines.

Evening Standard

Difficult childhood and autism no excuse for ‘frenzied’ murder, jury told

Hassan Sentamu, 18, is accused of fatally stabbing Elianne Andam, 15, in Croydon, south London, on September 27 2023.

The Guardian - UK

Patience review – this clunky depiction of autism just isn’t good enough

A preposterous plot and terrible dialogue make for a deeply uninspired detective drama. Its nuance-free take on neurodivergence is embarrassingly clunky

The Conversation

Can apps and digital resources support your child with autism or ADHD? Here’s what to look for

Neurodevelopmental conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism affect about one in ten children. These conditions impact development, behaviour and wellbeing.

The Independent UK

Senate Republicans are not asking RFK Jr about his stance on vaccines

Kennedy has met with multiple Republicans throughout the week about his confirmation to lead the Department of Health and Human Services

The Independent UK

AP Exclusive: Pro tennis player Jenson Brooksby talks about living with autism

American professional tennis player Jenson Brooksby tells The Associated Press he was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder when he was nonverbal at about 2 1/2 years old

Roll Call

Kennedy faces questions about food, vaccines in GOP meetings - Roll Call

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Donald Trump's pick to lead Health and Human Services, meets with GOP senators to win support for his nomination.

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