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Patna HC seeks status report of all schools for differently-abled

PATNA: Astonished over the status of the three government schools for blind children in Bihar functioning without principal and teachers, the Patna high court has sought status report from the state’s chief secretary, principal secretary of education and the disability commissioner of all the institutions established for the differently-abled children…

The Times of India

Beyoncé vows to change ‘Renaissance’ lyric amid backlash from disability community

Beyoncé has vowed to alter the lyrics to one of her new songs after receiving criticism from the disability community.

Los Angeles Times

‘Disability isn’t a dirty word’: non-binary Paralympian Robyn Lambird on smashing stereotypes and setting agendas

Robyn Lambird is an elite athlete and an activist, looking to shatter misconceptions about people with a disability and show why there's beauty in diversity.

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Am I eligible for COVID-19 antiviral medications? How do I get access to them?

COVID-19 antiviral medications are now more widely available, but do enough eligible people know where and how to get them?

ABC News

Beyoncé to change Renaissance lyric containing ableist slur

A spokesperson for the musician confirmed that she will remove the offensive term for disabled people from her new song, Heated

The Guardian - UK

Beyoncé slammed by disability charity over lyric used in new album

It comes just weeks after Lizzo used the same word - and received backlash - for her song Grrrls

Manchester Evening News

Beyonce to re-record song after being slammed for 'deeply offensive' lyrics

Singing superstar Beyoncé responded after coming under growing pressure to re-record track Heated on her new album Rennaissance having been criticised for using an ableist slur

Daily Mirror

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People still waiting on £326 cost of living payment can now report it missing to DWP

DWP has also shared reasons why the payment may not have arrived yet.

Daily Record

Disability cost of living payment: who will receive it and when it will be paid

There has been confusion over how it will work

Nottingham Post

Artists and performers with disabilities given mainstream platform in regional town

Thanks to a new inclusive arts program in regional NSW, artists with disabilities have a mainstream platform to show their work and performances.

ABC News

Long COVID should make us rethink disability – and the way we offer support to those with 'invisible conditions'

Australia has only a handful of specialists familiar with managing what happens when the nervous system can’t properly regulate the body, as sometimes occurs with long COVID. While long COVID clinics are being set up, there are no government-funded clinics for this type of nervous system dysfunction and private waiting…

The Conversation

'Completely rejected': Students with disabilities vastly overrepresented in suspension data

New data reveals the extent to which students with disabilities are suspended from ACT public schools.

The Canberra Times

Millions of Americans have long COVID. Many of them are no longer working

An estimated 4 million workers in the U.S. are struggling to work due to debilitating symptoms from long COVID. The government is urging employers to provide accommodations to keep them on the job.

WEKU

A sex worker gave my autistic son the gift of confidence – and I organised the encounter

Until he finds the right girl and a loving relationship, how better to channel his sexuality in a healthy way?

The Guardian - AU

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The ADA was a victory for the disabled community, but we need more. My life shows why

The Americans With Disabilities Act turns 32 this year, and while its anniversary is one to be celebrated, it also calls for a reflection on what more can be done for disability rights.

Evening Standard

I will only cheer Sebastian Stan’s new role when disabled actors get the same chances

The headlines are already crowing: “Sebastian Stan looks unrecognisable in new role!” says one. “Take a look at Sebastian Stan’s major transformation!” trills another. I’m already exhausted.

The Independent UK

‘You just sentenced veterans to death’: Democrats and veterans outraged as GOP senators block burn pits bill

A staggering 25 GOP senators who voted to pass the bill last month suddenly changed their minds and voted no on Wednesday

The Guardian - UK

Francesca Martinez: ‘It’s hard living in a world that can’t handle difference’

The self-described ‘wobbly’ comedian is returning to her first love, acting, with a hard-hitting play about the collision of disability and austerity

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Belfast Live

NI man not letting his disability stop him from living his best life

Conor O'Kane from Portglenone has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a severe neurological condition, which affects his mobility

Daily Mirror

New snake species discovered with bite so potent it can leave humans disabled

Scientists in China have discovered a new species of snake with venom that has the potential to cause disability in humans if not treated in time. A study into the snake warned people to watch out for the pit viper

The Guardian - UK

I gave up hope of a cure for my chronic condition. And it’s made me happier than ever before

For 30 years, I tried to ‘fight’ it. In the end, I found relief in embracing my identity as a person with a disability, says sociologist Keith Kahn-Harris

Tribune News Service

Veterans toxic exposure bill delayed as cloture attempt rejected

An effort to give millions of veterans easier access to health and disability benefits suffered another surprising setback Wednesday on the Senate floor when supporters couldn’t muster the 60 votes needed to limit debate.

Roll Call

Veterans toxic exposure bill delayed as cloture attempt rejected - Roll Call

An effort to give millions of veterans easier access to health and disability benefits suffered another surprising setback Wednesday.

The Conversation

London 2012’s legacy boosted Paralympic sport, but disabled people’s lives have worsened

Ten years ago, London hosted the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games. For London 2012 planners, a central aim was that this mega-event would change the way non-disabled people – and society at large – see disabled people in the long-term.

Los Angeles Times

Two LA filmmakers win top national award for disabled artists. 'It means everything'

LOS ANGELES — The Ford Foundation and the Mellon Foundation have announced the 2022 Disability Futures Fellows, two of whom are based in Los Angeles.

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