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• Virginia Tech researchers find AI models discourage social interaction for autistic users based on ingrained stereotypes

  Published: Apr 17, 2026

  Section: Science & Tech

  A study led by Virginia Tech doctoral student Caleb Wohn reveals that major artificial intelligence models frequently provide social advice rooted in autism stereotypes rather than...

• Naftali Bennett Proposes Sweeping National Initiative to Overhaul Israeli Disability Access and Employment

  Published: Apr 16, 2026

  Section: Israel

  Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has introduced a comprehensive policy framework aimed at integrating disabled citizens into the Israeli economy through improved transit and w...

• Tanzania’s Siuyu Rehabilitation Centre Transforms Lives for Children With Disabilities Through Inclusive Education and Vocational Therapy

  Published: Mar 24, 2026

  Section: Africa

  Under the leadership of the Pallottine Sisters, the Siuyu Rehabilitation Centre in Singida has grown from six to over 60 children. The facility provides essential physiotherapy and...

• Scottish Parliament Rejects Assisted Dying Bill as Landmark Vote Follows Emotionally Charged Final Debate

  Published: Mar 18, 2026

  Section: Europe

  Members of the Scottish Parliament have voted 69 to 57 to reject a bill that would have legalized assisted dying for terminally ill, mentally competent adults. The decision followe...

• Guest of Rep. Omar Removed and Charged During Presidential Address

  Published: Feb 26, 2026

  Section: Politics & Debate

  Aliya Rahman, a guest of Representative Ilhan Omar and a software engineer from Minneapolis, was arrested on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, after standing silently during President Do...

• High Court to Review Somerset Council Tax Scheme Following Legal Challenge by Disabled Resident

  Published: Feb 23, 2026

  Section: Business & Economy

  A landmark legal battle has reached the High Court as Andy Mitchell, a disabled resident from Taunton, challenges Somerset Council over a controversial new council tax reduction sc...

• The Case for Profound Autism: Families Push for a New Medical Classification

  Published: Feb 21, 2026

  Section: Health

  A growing movement of parents and medical professionals is advocating for the formal recognition of "profound autism" as a distinct clinical diagnosis. Proponents argue that the cu...