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Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.dw.com
4 hours ago

World Cup 2026: Fans with disabilities 'excluded'

People with disabilities face significant barriers to attending the 2026 World Cup due to high costs and lack of accessible ticketing options.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'

Maddie Haining was removed from a nightclub due to her wheelchair being deemed a safety risk, which she called discrimination.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.dw.com
4 hours ago

World Cup 2026: Fans with disabilities 'excluded'

People with disabilities face significant barriers to attending the 2026 World Cup due to high costs and lack of accessible ticketing options.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'

Maddie Haining was removed from a nightclub due to her wheelchair being deemed a safety risk, which she called discrimination.
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago
LGBT

Trans golfer says officials crafted new gender policy specifically to ban her from the sport - LGBTQ Nation

Hailey Davidson is suing the USGA and LPGA over a new rule banning trans women from competing in women's golf.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

Athlete mocked for saying she's traumatized from rooming with someone she later found out was trans - LGBTQ Nation

Former SJSU volleyball player Brooke Slusser faces social media criticism for claiming trauma from discovering a transgender teammate was trans, despite no negative incidents occurring during their friendship and cohabitation.
LGBT
fromBoston.com
23 hours ago

Boston activists warn of impact from Olympic policy banning trans women, intersex athletes

The IOC's new policy bars transgender women from women's events, reviving controversial sex testing practices and raising concerns among activists.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Trans golfer says officials crafted new gender policy specifically to ban her from the sport - LGBTQ Nation

Hailey Davidson is suing the USGA and LPGA over a new rule banning trans women from competing in women's golf.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Athlete mocked for saying she's traumatized from rooming with someone she later found out was trans - LGBTQ Nation

Former SJSU volleyball player Brooke Slusser faces social media criticism for claiming trauma from discovering a transgender teammate was trans, despite no negative incidents occurring during their friendship and cohabitation.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Will revival of Crystal Palace's hallowed turf' create more athletics history?

Crystal Palace stadium faces neglect and disrepair, prompting a redevelopment plan to revitalize the venue as a national asset.
Exercise
fromiRunFar
3 hours ago

Understanding and Improving Hip Efficiency, Part 2: Strength

Hip strength and stability are crucial for runners, optimizing gait and enhancing performance through efficient hip movement.
fromDocumented
1 day ago

How to Obtain a Disability Parking Permit in NYC - Documented

The NYC Parking Permit for People with Disabilities (NYC PPPD) is issued to individuals with permanent disabilities that significantly limit mobility, allowing on-street parking throughout New York City, including in certain 'No Parking' zones.
New York City
Running
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Using Sports to Develop Good Character

Sports provide opportunities to practice virtues and improve moral character through repeated intentional actions.
Paris food
fromThe Local France
21 hours ago

Paris's new mayor wants to create a 'peripherique marathon'

Emmanuel Grégoire proposes a long-distance running race on Paris's ring road, aiming to create an annual event for fun runners.
#accessibility
Travel
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

She Started Using a Wheelchair and Saw a Serious 'Chasm.' Her Business Solution Led to $75M in Under a Year.

Morales's experience with luxury travel revealed significant accessibility gaps, prompting her to lead an initiative for accessible travel at Fora.
Travel
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

She Started Using a Wheelchair and Saw a Serious 'Chasm.' Her Business Solution Led to $75M in Under a Year.

Morales's experience with luxury travel revealed significant accessibility gaps, prompting her to lead an initiative for accessible travel at Fora.
Agriculture
fromiRunFar
1 day ago

Ultrarunning Culture

Ultrarunning is growing rapidly, requiring active cultivation and focus amidst increasing commercialization and competition among brands.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

There's a version of strength that only develops in people who had to figure out the rules of a place nobody explained to them. They don't talk about it because the people who had the rules handed to them wouldn't understand what was hard about it, and the people who also had to figure it out don't need the explanation. - Silicon Canals

Onsighting in climbing parallels navigating social systems, emphasizing perceptual capacity over resilience in understanding unwritten rules.
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

A sleek, wearable airbag for cyclists is nearly here

A new airbag system integrated into a skinsuit for cyclists aims to enhance rider safety during high-speed races.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Seeking a lift: Queens lawmaker urges MTA to equip more 7 train stations with elevators | amNewYork

Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas highlighted the urgent need for accessibility upgrades at four 7 train stations in Queens, emphasizing that decades after the ADA was enacted, many stations remain inaccessible to those with mobility challenges.
NYC politics
Women
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

The German who recovered from a stroke to seal Olympic first

Kathrin Marchand, a para-athlete, returned to rowing after a stroke, embracing her new reality and competing at an elite level again.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

The Paris Marathon just went cup-free. Is Boston next?

The Boston Marathon is testing reusable silicone cups for hydration stations, moving away from single-use cups for its Boston 5K.
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
Education

STEM can be a hostile place for queer kids. Rainbow Robotics is changing the game. - LGBTQ Nation

Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

STEM can be a hostile place for queer kids. Rainbow Robotics is changing the game. - LGBTQ Nation

Queer students often face exclusion in STEM, but initiatives like Rainbow Robotics are fostering inclusion and acceptance in these spaces.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.
fromEsquire
2 days ago

Eileen Gu Is Staying on Top

Eileen Gu is a two-time Olympian and six-time medalist in freestyle skiing, officially recognized as the best in history in her sport, earning $23 million last year in endorsements.
Women in technology
Medicine
fromTODAY.com
2 days ago

After a Traumatic Brain Injury, One Family Found Hope in a Pair of Lululemon Pants

A mother faced her son's traumatic brain injury after a car accident, refusing to give up hope despite grim medical recommendations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Sticker shock: LA residents alarmed by price of 2028 Olympics presale tickets

Many residents found the $28 tickets quickly sold out or unavailable for more popular sports like gymnastics and track and field, and were left instead with exponentially more expensive tickets.
Los Angeles
Wearables
fromNewsday
4 days ago

Hearing aids can seem like a big step. This NYC Ballet principal dancer doesn't regret taking it

Sara Mearns, a dancer, overcame hearing loss by using hearing aids, transforming her performance experience and life.
Health
fromAP News
4 days ago

Hearing aids can seem like a big step. This NYC Ballet principal dancer doesn't regret taking it

Hearing aids can significantly benefit individuals, including performers like Sara Mearns, who experience hearing loss at any age.
fromBrooklyn Paper
5 days ago

From court to community: How Brooklyn's Dreamers N Doers is changing the game for local youth * Brooklyn Paper

"I saw people who never knew each other [before] meet at the event and develop strong relationships. A lot of people came just to watch and be part of that community. That's when I knew this was special."
Brooklyn
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

The (Somewhat) Amazing Race - Portland Mercury

A race was conducted to determine the fastest mode of transportation in Portland among various participants using different vehicles.
Berlin music
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Dancer with ALS uses brainwaves to perform again through avatar

Breanna Olson, an ALS patient, danced again using brainwave technology to control a digital avatar on stage in Amsterdam.
fromAnOther
6 days ago

Agon, a Strange Trip into the Lives of Athletes

Bertelli describes 'Agon' as a hybrid of documentary, drama, and video game aesthetics, aiming to capture the feeling of scrolling through YouTube with its fast and slow pacing.
Film
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
7 hours ago

'Padel has pushed out roller-skating community'

Residents oppose a new padel court in Bethnal Green Gardens, claiming it replaces a vital free space for roller-skating and basketball.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago

U.S. Para Nordic Team Will Be Integrated into U.S. Ski & Snowboard - SnowBrains

U.S. Para Nordic Ski Team officially integrates into U.S. Ski & Snowboard, expanding to 11 teams and enhancing Paralympic sport.
Public health
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

I was a world champion athlete as a teenager, but I wasn't allowed to do GCSE PE'

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, emphasizing the importance of inclusive sports and representation for individuals with disabilities.
Bicycling
fromWIRED
4 days ago

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
6 days ago

It's Never Too Late to Start Rucking. Here's How.

Rucking is an ancient fitness practice that builds endurance and strength while promoting proper posture and combating sedentary lifestyles.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'Broken lift is affecting my mental health'

Disabled residents in a Camden block face mental health issues due to a broken lift, affecting their mobility and access to essential services.
Paris food
fromThe Local France
6 days ago

Where the streets will have no cars for the weekend's Paris Marathon

The 49th Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris will create a car-free zone for 60,000 runners this Sunday.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 days ago

Who are the female coaches to have taken charge of men's football teams?

Union Berlin has made history after appointing Marie-Louise Eta as their new head coach, becoming the first club in Europe's top five leagues to have a female head coach. Eta takes the job on an interim basis until the end of the season, having previously served as the club's assistant and U19 manager.
Women
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

My Sister Was Born With Cerebral Palsy-but It Doesn't Stop Us From Creating Family Travel Memories

Travelers with disabilities can enjoy enriching experiences through accessible travel initiatives, as demonstrated by Lakshmee Lachhman-Persad's journey with her sister.
fromDaily Mom magazine
2 weeks ago

Special Needs Summer Camp For Children, Special Needs Camp

Special needs summer camps are specialized programs designed for children and young adults with a range of disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, Down syndrome, and other developmental or physical challenges.
Parenting
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

The player who tackled cancer and now wants to take on the world

David Brooks overcame cancer and returned to football, showcasing resilience and motivation despite missing the World Cup due to illness.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

"Huge violation of women's rights": LGBTQ+ athletes denounce Olympic trans ban - LGBTQ Nation

The IOC banned trans women athletes from Olympic events, limiting eligibility to biological females based on SRY gene screening.
#transgender-athletes
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Trans women athletes are banned from the Olympic Games starting in 2028

Transgender women athletes are excluded from women's events at the Olympics starting in 2028, limited to biological females only.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Trans women athletes are banned from the Olympic Games starting in 2028

Transgender women athletes are excluded from women's events at the Olympics starting in 2028, limited to biological females only.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Our son loved the outdoors invisible illness means he now can't walk or talk

Tomos Sleep suffers from severe ME, leaving him unable to walk or talk, highlighting the lack of support for those with this condition in Wales.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
#winter-paralympics
Skiing
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Wheelchair curler Steve Emt's path from drunk driver to three-time Paralympian

Steve Emt and Laura Dwyer represent Team USA in wheelchair curling's first-ever mixed doubles event, advancing to the bronze medal match after three consecutive round-robin wins.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tears and drama amid snowboard cross chaos at Winter Paralympics

Snowboard cross at the Winter Paralympics combines high technical skill with speed generation, creating dangerous conditions for athletes with physical disabilities, resulting in multiple crashes during finals.
Skiing
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Team USA dominated the Paralympics on both ice and snow. Check out the highlights

Team USA finished second in overall Paralympics medal count with 24 total medals including 13 gold, improving from fifth place in 2022, highlighted by the sled hockey team's record fifth consecutive gold medal.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Britain to raise Winter Paralympic targets after finishing Games with solitary medal

UK Sport will raise performance targets for the 2030 Winter Paralympics after Great Britain won only one silver medal at Milano-Cortina, prompting a review of the British winter Paralympic programme's future direction and efficiency.
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A neuroscientist heads to the Winter Paralympics

Sydney Peterson, a cross-country skier with dystonia, competes in the 2026 Winter Paralympics while pursuing a Ph.D. in neuroscience studying movement disorders.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trust at 100km/h: how Bluetooth bond helps skier Neil Simpson defy blindness

Neil Simpson and guide Robert Poth won silver for Great Britain in visually impaired alpine skiing at the Winter Paralympics, with Simpson competing despite nystagmus through constant communication via Bluetooth headset.
Skiing
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Wheelchair curler Steve Emt's path from drunk driver to three-time Paralympian

Steve Emt and Laura Dwyer represent Team USA in wheelchair curling's first-ever mixed doubles event, advancing to the bronze medal match after three consecutive round-robin wins.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tears and drama amid snowboard cross chaos at Winter Paralympics

Snowboard cross at the Winter Paralympics combines high technical skill with speed generation, creating dangerous conditions for athletes with physical disabilities, resulting in multiple crashes during finals.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

At the Winter Paralympics, some athletes have found business opportunities

Paralympic athletes with disabilities design and manufacture custom prosthetics and specialized equipment tailored to their individual bodies and sport requirements.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Living a Great Life With an Invisible Disability

Invisible disabilities are medically real conditions affecting millions, requiring accommodation despite lacking visible signs, and deserve recognition without judgment or assumption of fraud.
#paralympic-athletics
Skiing
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm representing Team USA in the Paralympics. It feels like the world is finally paying attention to us.

Dani Aravich discovered the Paralympics through her NBA job, leading her to pursue competitive track and field and cross-country skiing for Team USA after learning she qualified for a disability classification.
Skiing
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm representing Team USA in the Paralympics. It feels like the world is finally paying attention to us.

Dani Aravich discovered the Paralympics through her NBA job, leading her to pursue competitive track and field and cross-country skiing for Team USA after learning she qualified for a disability classification.
Women
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

A Portland Curler's Fight For Her Right to Compete

Transgender women face exclusion from women's sports due to federal mandates, impacting athletes like Sarah Maywalt who love curling.
#winter-paralympics-2026
Skiing
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Your Winter Paralympics primer: What, who and how to watch

The 2026 Winter Paralympic Games in Italy feature 665 athletes competing across six sports for 79 medals, with Team USA sending 68 athletes seeking to expand its all-time Winter Paralympic medal lead.
Skiing
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Your Winter Paralympics primer: What, who and how to watch

The 2026 Winter Paralympic Games in Italy feature 665 athletes competing across six sports for 79 medals, with Team USA sending 68 athletes seeking to expand its all-time Winter Paralympic medal lead.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jake Adicoff, first out gay US man to win Winter Paralympic gold, adds to haul

Jake Adicoff became the first out gay American male Winter Paralympic champion, winning three gold medals in cross-country skiing at Milan Cortina Games.
Bayern Munich
fromFC Bayern
1 month ago

FC Bayern to light up Allianz Arena for Paralympic Games

FC Bayern illuminates its Allianz Arena in Italian colors during the Paralympic Games to promote inclusion and support athletes with disabilities.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Curling had its moment at the Olympics and now Paralympics. It sparked a curling bonanza in America

Curling viewership surged during the 2026 Winter Olympics, driving thousands of Americans to try the sport at local clubs and learn-to-curl events.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Sport gave me new dreams': the emergence of Brazil women's blind team

Brazil's women's blind football team made a strong debut at the World Cup, finishing fourth after a year of existence.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Snow joke: Winter Paralympics athletes angry at scheduling as big thaw hits

Rising global temperatures are making March an unreliable season for winter sports, forcing the Winter Paralympics to face dangerous conditions and threatening the viability of future events.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 month ago

These Paralympians inspire their workplace colleagues to pursue richer lives outside the office

Oyuna Uranchimeg balances a full-time administrative role at University of St. Thomas with competing as a Paralympian in wheelchair curling for Team USA.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Great haul of China: how table-topping nation rose to be a Winter Paralympic power

China dominates the Winter Paralympics medal table with 33 medals, winning gold in four of six sports, representing a dramatic rise from winning only one medal eight years ago.
Medicine
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Steve Emt's incredible journey to a third Paralympics

Steve Emt transformed from paralysis and despair into becoming the most decorated Paralympic curler in U.S. history through determination and discovering wheelchair sports.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Flats for the blind could be sold to developer

When I moved in here it truly was my last resort. Since living here I feel like I have the same independent life that my friends have and I just don't want to lose that. The guide dog run is probably the most important thing for me. It's a safe and confined area where I feel comfortable taking my dog out, especially at night.
London politics
Design
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The biggest barrier to accessibility is not usability

Accessible product adoption fails primarily due to shame and stigma rather than functional deficiencies; successful design requires dignity and emotional appeal alongside technical functionality.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
2 months ago

I'm Physically Disabled, and I Have a Vibrant Sex Life. These Accessible Sex Toys Help

Accessible, adaptive sex toys and sex tech enable pleasurable sexual experiences for disabled bodies across varied abilities and partnered scenarios.
World news
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

After years of trauma, Amber Glenn and other U.S. stars are grateful skating is changing

Amber Glenn, at 26, becomes the oldest U.S. women's singles Olympic skater since 1928, signaling a shift toward older competitors and greater athlete well-being.
Social justice
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Good urbanism isn't any good if you're not allowed to walk or bike

Cultural fear and aggressive policing curtail children's independent mobility despite urban design intended for all ages.
Skiing
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Winter Paralympics Photo of the Day: Guided Speed

Visually impaired para-Alpine skiers compete with sighted guides using radio communication to navigate ski runs during Paralympic events.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Different but the same': how Arsenal are keeping disabled fans in the game

Accessible, well-planned stadium services and targeted initiatives significantly improve matchday experiences and independence for disabled supporters.
Running
fromiRunFar
2 months ago

Running: The Most Important Unimportant Thing

Guidance and small encouragement help individuals, especially children, push past fear and expand personal limits in physically vulnerable activities.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Change the game: How sports can drive social impact

Major 2026 sporting events create opportunities to expand youth sports access through local, affordable, and sustained community-driven programs and corporate partnerships.
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

NST Bike 2026 Lets Riders Define the Competition, Not the Other Way Around

While most modern competitions recruit riders with similar skillsets and design courses to suit them, Natural Selection flips the script. By drawing riders from a wide range of backgrounds, NST creates a format that values creativity and individuality as much as technical execution. It is one of the few competitions where the structure of the contest comes secondary to the riders themselves.
Bicycling
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It felt amazing to be on the start line again': the rugby pro who became paralysed and is aiming for the Paralympic Games

A car crash left a former professional rugby player paralysed from the chest down, necessitating tracheostomy, extensive rehabilitation, identity adjustment, and relearning basic daily tasks.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I was told I wouldn't walk again. I proved the doctors wrong': the bike-obsessed pensioner who broke his neck and started afresh

An 82-year-old man with a fractured cervical vertebra made progress toward walking through persistent physiotherapy using an active-passive bike, resistance training, and supported walking.
Skiing
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Figure skaters with disabilities seek a place in the Paralympic spotlight

Stef Reid, a Paralympic track and field medalist, is pioneering figure skating for athletes with disabilities, challenging traditional perceptions of who can participate in the sport.
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