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Care home wheelchair users perish in boat tragedy
Exclusive court testimony reveals how disabled care home residents, including several in wheelchairs, met their tragic fate during a catastrophic boat excursion that turned deadly on the water.
Danny Trejo Sparks Health Fears After Wheelchair Sighting
Hollywood tough guy Danny Trejo has caused alarm among fans after being photographed using a wheelchair, sparking widespread health concerns and death hoax rumours about the beloved actor.
Maine man loses £40k in Kennebunk van theft nightmare
A Maine man's dream road trip turns into a financial nightmare after thieves steal his van containing £40,000 in cash from a Kennebunk car park. Police launch urgent investigation into the daring daylight theft.
Offiah and Hills Lead England-Australia Ashes Clash at Wembley
Martin Offiah and comedian Adam Hills are set to captain opposing sides in a groundbreaking Ashes rugby match at Wembley Stadium this Saturday, blending sporting excellence with disability inclusion.
Man sleeps in wheelchair for 18 months in mouldy flat
A disabled grandfather reveals his heartbreaking ordeal of sleeping upright in his wheelchair for over a year due to mould-infested council accommodation deemed unsafe by authorities.
Louvre Crown of Thorns relic targeted in heist attempt
French police are hunting thieves who attempted to steal the Crown of Thorns relic from the Louvre Museum in a dramatic security breach that has raised serious questions about protection of France's cultural treasures.
Eric Dane's ALS Battle: Actor Uses Wheelchair at Airport
Former Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane has been seen using a wheelchair at Los Angeles airport, revealing the devastating progression of his ALS diagnosis in an emotional public appearance.
EasyJet forces disabled passenger to prove fitness to fly
A disabled passenger reveals how EasyJet demanded medical proof she could travel safely after she booked assistance for her wheelchair, sparking outrage over airline disability policies.
Jockey's miracle comeback from spinal injury at York
Top jockey Jim Crowley makes stunning comeback just weeks after serious spinal injury, defying medical expectations to ride to victory at York's prestigious Ebor Festival.
Able-bodied man uses wheelchair to skip airport queues
Shocking footage reveals an able-bodied man using airport wheelchair services to skip queues at London Stansted, sparking outrage and raising questions about system abuse and genuine passenger needs.
Jockey Graham Lee paralysed after Newcastle race fall
Distinguished jockey Graham Lee faces permanent paralysis after devastating fall at Newcastle Racecourse, as racing community rallies around the Grand National hero.
Why Police Can't Recover Your Stolen Phone
Exclusive investigation reveals why British police struggle to retrieve stolen mobile phones despite advanced tracking technology, as brazen thieves exploit legal loopholes and overwhelmed forces.
Stolen UK Range Rover Recovered in Pakistan by Interpol
A high-end Range Rover stolen from the UK has been recovered in Karachi following an Interpol-led investigation, exposing sophisticated international vehicle trafficking routes.
Thieves steal disabled man's wheelchair in Oklahoma
Alan Prudhome, a disabled man from Oklahoma, faces immobility after callous thieves stole his specially adapted wheelchair, leaving him stranded and devastated.
Cotswolds Accessibility: Wheelchair-Friendly Guide
Discover how the Cotswolds is transforming into an inclusive destination with our comprehensive accessibility guide featuring wheelchair-friendly attractions, accommodation, and transport tips.
Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece stolen from Edinburgh palace
A multi-million pound Leonardo da Vinci drawing has been stolen from the Palace of Holyroodhouse in a sophisticated overnight theft, sparking a major police investigation and international art alert.
Care staff face jail for lying about pensioner's death
Three care workers admit to covering up circumstances surrounding elderly resident's death from wheelchair fall complications in shocking care home scandal.
Priceless Silver Abraham Lincoln Statue Stolen in Heist
A historic, solid silver statue of President Abraham Lincoln has been stolen from a museum in Louisiana, with authorities launching a major investigation into the audacious theft.
Kadeena Cox Shares Emotional Wheelchair Video Amid MS Fight
Paralympic champion and I'm A Celebrity star Kadeena Cox, 34, shares powerful video from her wheelchair, revealing the hidden reality of her Multiple Sclerosis battle since 2014 diagnosis.
Builder stole £250k Banksy print for home gallery
A builder stands accused of stealing a rare, heart-themed Banksy print valued at a quarter of a million pounds from a social club to add to his private collection of 'Love'-themed artworks.
Eurostar error strands wheelchair user in Rotterdam
A British wheelchair user's journey from Brussels to London descends into chaos as a Eurostar train error leaves him stranded 100km away in Rotterdam, sparking outrage over disabled travel rights.
Molly Caudery's World Championships dream ends in warm-up injury
British pole vault sensation Molly Caudery's World Athletics Championships campaign ended in devastating fashion before it even began, succumbing to a cruel ankle injury during warm-up in Budapest.
British Pope's sacred relic stolen in Venezuela church heist
A priceless 19th-century Catholic relic, a bone fragment of the British-born millennial Pope Leo XIV, has been stolen from a church in Venezuela. The theft has sparked an international investigation and outrage amongst the faithful.
Elton John Sparks Health Concerns After Wheelchair Sighting
Music legend Sir Elton John has sparked concern among his devoted fanbase after being photographed using a wheelchair during a departure from Ibiza. The sighting comes just months after the iconic singer's hip surgery, raising questions about his ongoing
EasyJet Strands Wheelchair User on Tarmac in Alicante
A wheelchair user was abandoned on an EasyJet plane in Spain after staff failed to provide assistance, leaving him stranded on the tarmac in a major accessibility scandal.
Disabled girl misses school after council fails to build ramp
A five-year-old girl with cerebral palsy was forced to miss her first day at a new specialist school after Westminster Council failed to install a promised wheelchair ramp, leaving her family devastated and fighting for her right to an education.
Brighton's Inclusive Rugby World Cup Sells Out
Brighton's Amex Stadium becomes the epicentre of inclusive sport as it hosts a triumphant, sold-out weekend for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, setting a new benchmark for diversity and accessibility in major sporting events.
EasyJet wheelchair mishap leaves disabled teen in tears
Exclusive: A 15-year-old boy with cerebral palsy was left stranded and distressed after his wheelchair was mishandled by EasyJet at London Gatwick, sparking outrage and calls for better airline disability protocols.
Nottingham Takeaway Hero's Moped Stolen in Daylight Theft
Yogesh Alekari, a beloved Nottingham takeaway owner, has his livelihood threatened after his delivery moped is stolen. His emotional appeal for its return highlights the impact of this cruel crime.
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