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Clemson fraternity embraces student in intellectual disability program
At Clemson University in South Carolina, the ClemsonLIFE program gives students with intellectual disabilities a chance to learn life skills for independent living. But as much as the program ...6 hours ago -
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Students in Helene-ravaged Buncombe County return to school
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — One month after Hurricane Helene destroyed mountain towns, swept away homes and upended countless lives here, thousands of Buncombe County’s students returned to school Friday.9 hours ago -
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School unaware killer 'spiked' student - inquest
Scarlett Jenkinson had given another student cannabis sweets before being moved to Brianna's school.Yesterday -
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Yelp disables reviews for the McDonald's location visited by Trump
Yelp said it disabled comments after a rash of politicized reviews for the Feasterville, PA-based McDonald's visited by Donald Trump.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
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Medical student shot dead at Memphis cancer walk
A medical student was shot and killed at a cancer walk in Memphis over the weekend. Authorities have charged her ex-boyfriend with murder.2 days ago -
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American to pay $50 million fine for its treatment of disabled passengers
Airlines must be accountable for their treatment of passengers with disabilities, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
American Airlines to pay $50 million penalty for mistreatment of disabled fliers
American Airlines’ stock falls after $50 million settlement with DOT over mistreatment of disabled passengers.2 days ago - Travel -
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American Airlines fined $50M for violating disability laws
The U.S. Department of Transportation on Wednesday announced a $50 million fine against American Airlines for its alleged mistreatment of passengers with disabilities, which the department said in ...2 days ago - Travel -
Top stories - The New York Times
American Airlines Fined $50 Million for Treatment of Disabled Travelers Using Wheelchairs
The Transportation Department issued the fine after an investigation revealed “cases of unsafe physical assistance that at times resulted in injuries and undignified treatment of wheelchair users.”2 days ago - Travel -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
American Airlines Fined $50 Million Over Treatment of Passengers With Disabilities
The carrier said its mishandling rate for wheelchairs and scooters has dropped by 20% in recent years as it invests in new equipment and practices.2 days ago - Travel -
Sports - ABC News
Atletico trying to raise awareness of fans with disabilities in Champions League game
Atletico Madrid is trying to bring a record number of spectators with disabilities to a Champions League match to raise awareness about inclusion and the need to promote better access to sport for ...3 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Yelp disables comments on the McDonald's that hosted Trump after influx of one-star reviews
After ex-President Donald Trump visited a Pennsylvania McDonald's, Yelp put an "unusual activity alert" on the location's page due to dozens of unusual reviews.3 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
‘Non-existent’: disabled fans’ survey highlights Uefa’s lack of away-day care
Level Playing Field survey paints a damning picture Uefa asked to display more of ‘a commitment to inclusion’ Uefa’s communication with disabled supporters has been widely described as ...4 days ago -
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How a care home teacher set up a TV station for and by people with learning disabilities
All the reporters at Norway's TV BRA are disabled or autistic.6 days ago -
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Business - The New York Times
‘A Rip-Off’: Students Secure a Final Settlement Against Walden University
A $28.5 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit against the university helped create a fresh precedent for prosecuting predatory advertising in for-profit education.October 19 -
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University of Alabama students charged in alleged fraternity hazing incidents
Several University of Alabama students were charged in alleged fraternity hazing incidents after a pledge said he was shoved and stepped on and had things thrown at him.October 18 -
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Ivory Coast dissolves student unions after deaths and a police raid
The government of Ivory Coast has announced a ban on all student union associations following the death of two students and the arrest of 17 suspectsOctober 18 -
World - The Guardian
The Remarkable Life of Ibelin review – moving tale of disabled gamer’s digital double life
Using World of Warcraft-style animation, this documentary tells the story of Mats Steen, a boy with muscular dystrophy whose online popularity was only revealed after his death. It’s probably just ...October 18 -
Business - Inc.
Biden Cancels Another $4.5 Billion in Student Debt
The executive decision will help 60,000 borrowers, bringing the total number of public service workers getting loan forgiveness to more than 1 million.October 17 - Joe Biden -
Politics - NBC News
Minnesota's St. Olaf College leads the nation in student voter turnout
Nearly 90% of students at Minnesota's St. Olaf College will vote in the 2024 election. NBC News' Joe Fryer reports on how non-partisan "election ambassadors" who encourage classmates to cast their ...October 17 - College Football -
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U.S. forgives $4.5 billion in student debt for 60,000 public employees
The Biden administration's latest round of relief should have borrowers learning of their canceled debt in coming weeks.October 17 -
Politics - The Hill
Biden administration forgives student loans for 60,000 public service workers
The Biden administration announced on Thursday that it is forgiving the student loans for more than 60,000 public service workers. The move gives $4.5 billion in debt relief to teachers, ...October 17 - Joe Biden -
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University student dies after incident at gym
Police say the death is "being treated as unexplained".October 17 -
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Students are injured in clashes with Pakistani police over reports of an on-campus rape
More than two dozen students have been injured in clashes with Pakistani police over reports of an on-campus rape of a young womanOctober 16 -
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What happens to disabled people when parents die?
A group of friends with severe learning disabilities are planning a future in a shared home.October 16 -
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Phoenix police under scrutiny after video shows violent arrest of disabled man
The arrest of a deaf Black man with cerebral palsy, who was repeatedly punched and Tased by a pair of Phoenix police officers in August and later charged with aggravated assault and resisting ...October 15 -
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Hamilton College student admits to posting antisemitic remarks on campus, police say
A Hamilton College student has been charged with posting antisemitic remarks on campus, authorities said Monday.October 15 -
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This young disabled man dreamed of having a job - the system had other ideas
Elliot wants to live independently - but making that happen proved a bigger challenge than he expected.October 15 -
Sports - ABC News
NASCAR aware of allegations a team engineer stole intellectual property to give to rival team
NASCAR says it is aware of allegations that an engineer for a Cup Series team accessed proprietary information and shared it with another teamOctober 14 -
World - ABC News
Bus carrying university students crashes in Egypt, killing 12 and injuring 33
The Egyptian health ministry says a bus crashed and overturned on a highway in northeastern Egypt, killing 12 people and injuring 33 othersOctober 14 -
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Voters with disabilities are feeling ignored by presidential candidates
A new report from Rutgers University estimates that about 40.2 million eligible voters in the quickly approaching U.S. presidential election are disabledOctober 14 -
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Voters with disabilities are feeling ignored by presidential candidates
A new report from Rutgers University estimates that about 40.2 million eligible voters in the quickly approaching U.S. presidential election are disabledOctober 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Zionists are students too: University professors should take heed
Political ideology discrimination may not violate Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, but it is nonetheless misconduct for a college professor.October 14 -
Tech - Wired
These Apps Help People With Disabilities Travel Smarter and Safer
For the disability community, technology can be the most valuable travel companion. These apps and services make it easier to get around a new city.October 14 -
Business - Inc.
Once Incarcerated, Now This Man Connects Students to Clean Energy Careers
Clean energy careers are on the rise, and one expert is showing students the way to find them,October 13