For the first time in eight years, athletes with developmental disabilities from around the globe will come together to compete in skiing, figure skating and other winter sports.

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A new theme park is prioritizing the needs of children with disabilities as it opens its doors for the first time.

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A first-of-its-kind test claims to be able to help rule out autism in kids as young as 1 month using a single strand of hair, but not everyone is convinced that the technology is ready for prime time.

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For the first time, an astronaut with a disability has been cleared for a mission to the International Space Station.

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Several major U.S. airlines are challenging a new federal rule aimed at improving travel for those with disabilities.

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A class-action lawsuit accuses Disney of discriminating against people with disabilities after the company made major changes to the way it provides accommodations at its theme parks.

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Disney is making a small — but potentially significant — change to its accommodations for visitors with disabilities.

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Uber is introducing a new feature to better accommodate passengers with disabilities who have long complained that they face discrimination from drivers.

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Thousands of teens and adults with disabilities will be welcomed at proms worldwide all on a single night ahead of Valentine's Day.

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Several books are gaining accolades for their portrayal of the disability experience as part of a special set of awards handed out alongside the venerable Newbery and Caldecott Medals.

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One of the world's richest men says that he may be neurodivergent and would likely be diagnosed with autism if he were a child today.

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With a recent change, the Social Security Administration is making it easier to apply for Supplemental Security Income benefits.

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New data from thousands of school districts across the nation is highlighting stark differences in the experiences of students with disabilities compared to their typically developing peers.

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New estimates show that 61.8 million people around the globe have autism and that the developmental disability is among the most common health issues facing youth.

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A major university is rolling out a new program aimed at helping adults with autism learn to navigate the complexities of dating and romantic relationships.

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Including genetic testing in evaluations for children with autism, developmental delay and other neurodevelopmental disorders often leads to major changes in care, researchers say.

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