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Former trainer Brian Ball sues the Chicago White Sox, alleging unlawful termination

Former Chicago White Sox head athletic trainer Brian Ball on Monday filed a lawsuit in Cook County against the team and general manager Rick Hahn, alleging unlawful termination in October 2020 because of his sexual orientation, age and disability.

Chicago Tribune

Archibald prize 2022: the small Sydney studio breaking big ground

Studio A has become a leading centre for artists with intellectual disability – and with four works up for the portrait prize, they’re getting the recognition they deserve

The Guardian - AU

Gabriel will be blind by the time he's 40. But his vision for his community is 'crystal clear'

Gabriel will be blind by the time he's 40 — but his vision for his community is "crystal clear".

ABC News

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Disabled woman fears facing 'bigger battles' after forced switch to Universal Credit

Hannah Deakin says government shifting 'legacy benefits' claimants onto the one-size-fits-all Universal Credit system could easily backfire on disabled claimants

Daily Mirror

Training programme for master trainers begins

In learning disability management, yoga

The Hindu

New PIP-style benefit introduces change to assessment process which should improve consultations for all claimants

Consultations can take place by phone, video call, at a local public venue, or in your own home.

Daily Record

Are Canadians being driven to assisted suicide by poverty or healthcare crisis?

Critics argue laws are being misused to punish the poor but experts say cases represent country’s failure to care for its most vulnerable citizens

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Former trainer files lawsuit against White Sox, general manager Rick Hahn

Brian Ball claims he was fired unlawfully by the Sox in October 2020 because of his sexual orientation, age and disability.

Chicago Sun-Times

We need our politicians to do better: Anglican Bishop of Newcastle

It's time to tell candidates what you expect regarding social justice and community improvement.

Newcastle Herald

Centrelink's partner income test is leaving some lower-income couples feeling they'd be better off apart

The federal government says means testing is central to Australia's income support system — but others say there's "no regard" for individuals.

ABC News

IndiGo applied rules for ‘unruly passengers’ for one with special needs

Rules under the ‘Carriage by Air-Persons with Disability and/or Persons with Reduced Mobility’ in spotlight

The Hindu

People of State Pension age with joint pain could get up to £92 each week from DWP

Nearly 1.4m people across the UK currently receive either £247 or £369 every four weeks from Attendance Allowance.

Daily Record

Check eligibility for new PIP-style benefit online before it opens in your area

Successful applicants will receive between £24.45 and £156.90 each week in financial support.

Daily Record

DWP PIP worth up to £156 a week available to people with irritable bowel syndrome

People who have Irritable bowel syndrome could be eligible for more than £620 a month through the Personal Independence Payment benefit if the condition affects their daily life

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Wisconsin voters with disabilities say their right to vote is at risk

Many voters with disabilities rely on a loved one or caregiver to return their absentee ballot for them. Wisconsin's high court is weighing whether current state law allows for that help.

The Guardian - UK

‘Everything I do is urgent’: actor Liz Carr on confronting mortality, taking risks – and winning awards

The Olivier winner on how activism has helped her deal with online abuse, her two years of shielding – and why her life is amazing

Daily Record

Claim PIP for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and you could get up to £156 each week from DWP

If you are living with IBS you may be eligible for financial support from the DWP.

ABC News

National Disability Insurance Agency accused of discriminating against employees with disability

Some current and former staff of the National Disability Insurance Agency say it failed to provide them with the assistive technology and physical adjustments to their workspaces to enable them to do their jobs properly.

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The Guardian - UK

Alarm after EHRC says long Covid should not be treated as disability

Equalities watchdog statement provokes backlash from coronavirus support groups and unions

Daily Record

West Lothian Learning Disabilities Forum held special information event

It was a chance to give feedback on how services for people with disabilities could be improved around West Lothian.

ABC News

Queensland's Mount Isa Mines faces $5m lawsuit over allegations lead poisoning caused teenager's brain damage

The mother of a Queensland teenager with an intellectual disability is suing mining company Mount Isa Mines for $5 million in damages, alleging her daughter's brain damage is the result of lead poisoning caused by emissions from the mine.

The Guardian - AU

NDIS minister downplays major increase in appeals since 2021 as ‘tiny fraction’ of participants

Linda Reynolds says over 90% of appeals are settled early but advocates claim some organisations are ‘overwhelmed’ by unprecedented demand

Daily Mirror

'Newborn screening could save 70 babies each year from crippling disability'

New ground-breaking Oxford University research shows how national newborn screening could help to prevent children developing heartbreaking spinal muscular atrophy

The Guardian - AU

‘It literally breaks you’: fight for denied NDIS support dominates 23-year-old’s final months

Disability funding rejections and appeal delays in the lead-up to Toby Tyne’s death compound grief for his family

Bristol Post

Asthma sufferers could be eligible to claim £152 per week from DWP

Up to 24 different types of respiratory conditions including asthma, sleep apnoea, and pneumonia are being supported through PIP

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