DWP responds to Motability wheelchair user concerns
The DWP has assured wheelchair users that tax changes will not impact substantially adapted vehicles. Concerns arose after premium brands were axed from the Motability scheme. Read the full update.
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Six Great Weekend Reads: AI, Deepfakes & Wild Wallabies
Dive into our curated selection of six compelling long reads, from the frantic AI arms race in Silicon Valley to the hunt for wild wallabies in the British countryside. Discover the stories shaping our world.
Paralysed Dachshund Jafar gets new lease of life with wheels
A miniature Dachshund paralysed by a spinal disease is playing with other dogs again thanks to a custom wheelchair. Owner Gemma Crofts spent her savings on his £8,500 surgery and recovery.
Young disabled face NHS wheelchair service struggles
A father reveals his daughter's seven reapplications for a vital NHS wheelchair, highlighting a system failing younger, full-time users. Read the full story and share your views.
England Win Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup
England's wheelchair rugby league team are world champions after a stunning 38-8 victory over Australia. Read how they reclaimed the Ashes in a historic double triumph.
Wheelchair user's message on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Spencer West, a motivational speaker, shares a crucial lesson on consent and respecting disabled people's autonomy. Read his powerful story and learn what not to do.
Joseph Pouniu's inspiring journey after spinal injury
Gold Coast Titans' Joseph Pouniu, told he'd never walk again after a catastrophic spinal injury at 16, now works for the club as a video analyst. Discover his incredible story of resilience.
Guy Fieri's leg muscle explodes in filming accident
Food Network star Guy Fieri reveals he will be in a wheelchair for eight weeks after a severe leg injury on set. Discover the shocking details of his recovery.
Wheelchair Adventurer Visits 55 Countries Across Continents
Cory Lee, diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy at age 2, has travelled to 55 countries and all seven continents despite using a power wheelchair. Discover how he overcomes accessibility challenges.
Kathleen Turner opens up about wheelchair use and arthritis
Kathleen Turner candidly discusses using a wheelchair after 35 years with rheumatoid arthritis while supporting Citymeals on Wheels. Read her inspiring story.
Man jailed for pretending to be in wheelchair to steal beer
A 19-year-old man who posed as a wheelchair user to steal beer from a Sainsbury's before assaulting staff has been sentenced to over three years in prison. Read the full story.
Avanti accused of 'virtue signalling' over wheelchair art
Avanti West Coast faces backlash for train art showing two wheelchair users, despite having only one standard class wheelchair space. Campaigners call for real inclusivity, not just imagery.
Eric Dane's Health Battle: Actor Seen in Wheelchair
Former Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane has been photographed looking frail and using a wheelchair in Los Angeles, sparking concerns about his health condition and raising awareness about motor neurone disease.
Father dies after toddler's hot car death in Arizona
Christopher Scholtes, 37, discovered deceased weeks after his 2-year-old daughter Parker died in sweltering vehicle outside their Arizona home in suspected murder-suicide case.
Sydney police officer investigated after wheelchair protest push
A police officer faces internal investigation after being filmed pushing a wheelchair-bound protester during heated pro-Palestine demonstrations in Sydney's CBD.
Champion's vow to paralyzed apprentice jockey
Racing star pledges life-changing support to young jockey facing permanent paralysis after tragic training accident that shocked the racing community.
Injured player hits wheelchair buzzer-beater in college basketball
In an extraordinary display of determination, Hawaii Pacific University's injured basketball star sinks a stunning three-pointer from his wheelchair during warm-ups, creating an unforgettable moment in college sports history.
Died for 7 minutes, saw dad in afterlife
A British man who clinically died for seven minutes shares his extraordinary journey to the afterlife, where he was reunited with his late father and experienced overwhelming peace.
Taxi driver cleared in wheelchair fare theft case
A taxi driver has been found not guilty of theft after a dispute over a £20 wheelchair fare escalated into a criminal case, with the court ruling no dishonesty was involved.
Mother's agony after daughter stages own death in Colorado
Exclusive: Megan Trussell speaks out after her daughter allegedly faked her own death in an elaborate Colorado scheme, leaving the distraught mother facing unimaginable emotional turmoil.
Eric Dane in wheelchair amid health battle
Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane makes first public appearance using wheelchair while battling health condition, supported by wife Rebecca Gayheart and their children during emotional family outing in Los Angeles.
Inter Milan goalkeeper in tragic training ground accident
Shocking incident at Como training ground as Inter Milan's reserve goalkeeper Emil Audero accidentally strikes and kills elderly wheelchair user during routine practice session.
TikTok Star Ben Bader Dies: Girlfriend Arrested
American TikTok personality Ben Bader dies in tragic circumstances as girlfriend faces charges in connection with his death. The full story of the social media star's untimely demise.
Body discovered on boat near Tower Bridge in London
A major police investigation is underway after a man was found dead on a vessel near one of London's most iconic landmarks, with authorities treating the death as unexplained.
Bus access refusal protest halts Westminster traffic
Shocking footage shows London bus driver refusing to deploy access ramp for wheelchair user and mothers with prams in Westminster confrontation that halted traffic.
Danny Trejo Health Scare: Actor Explains Wheelchair Photos
Hollywood tough guy Danny Trejo has been photographed using a wheelchair, causing widespread worry about his health. The Machete star addresses the rumours with an honest explanation.
Wheelchair users fight patronising attitudes daily
An eye-opening exploration of the daily microaggressions and condescending attitudes wheelchair users face, and why changing social perceptions matters more than pity.
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.
Man dies for 7 seconds, reveals afterlife experience
A construction worker's heart stopped for seven seconds during a workplace accident, revealing astonishing insights about what happens after death
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.
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