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Published on Jan 23, 2026

Jury sides with Napa school district in former employee’s disability discrimination lawsuit

Suzanne Trudelle worked as an attendance accounting technician in the Napa Valley Unified School District for more than 20 years. In June 2021, at the age of 56, she retired from the job — 11 years earlier than she says she had planned to. Denied the …

Source: The Press Democrat - California - Neutral
Published on 19:08 GMT

Fourth Circuit Continues to Define Limits of “Qualified Individual” Status Under ADA

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects “qualified individuals” with a disability from job discrimination, and imposes upon employers the duty to reasonably accommodate such individuals. But what happens when, even after the employer offers such …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on 10:09 GMT

IBM Employee On Sick Leave For 15 Years Gets ‘Salary Hike’

A UK-based IBM software employee, Ian Clifford, went on long-term sick leave in September 2008 due to mental health issues and was later diagnosed with a serious illness, leading to an absence from work that continued for years. IBM Employee’s Long-Term …

Source: Trak.in - Center-right
Published on 15:33 GMT

Events planner with 'rejection sensitivity' who was 'triggered' when her boss told her to 'get back in your work box' ...

A woman with 'rejection sensitivity' has won £12,000 after taking her company to court over a manager who told her to 'stop thinking outside the box'. Sophie Stone, a neurodivergent events freelancer, was left 'triggered' when her …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on 14:20 GMT

Worker with ‘rejection sensitivity’ awarded £12,000 over remark by boss

An employee has been awarded £12,000 after her boss told her to “stop thinking outside the box” when she asked them to provide a “breakout area” at a work party. Sophie Stone, who is neurodivergent and dyslexic, made the request for a more relaxed space …

Source: The Times - Center-right
Published on 16:09 GMT

Woman with ‘rejection sensitivity’ wins £12k payout after manager told her ‘stop thinking outside the box’

A WOMAN with “rejection sensitivity” has pocketed a £12,000 after her manager reportedly told her to “stop thinking outside the box”. Sophie Stone, who is neurodivergent, said her “human right to respect was violated” when her boss Julie Knox made the “ …

Source: The Scottish Sun - Right-wing
Published on Jan 23, 2026

7 best law firms for ADA violation cases in Pennsylvania

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects people with disabilities from being discriminated against in a wide variety of situations. Discover your rights under the ADA and find the best law firms for ADA violation cases in Pennsylvania to ensure …

Source: Philly Voice - Left-wing
Published on Jan 23, 2026

Public relations worker with ADHD wins £35,000 in damages after boss described her as 'disorganised'

A public relations worker with ADHD has won almost £35,000 in compensation after successfully suing her workplace for labelling her 'disorganised.' Nicole Hogger won claims of disability harassment, disability discrimination and unfair constructive …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Jan 22, 2026

John Knight obituary

Disabled people might still be waiting for all UK trains to be accessible were it not for the success of a high-profile campaign led by John Knight, who has died of sepsis aged 67, after himself overcoming profound disabilities from birth and becoming a …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Jan 23, 2026

Embedding inclusive practices: practical tools to support children with disability in ECEC settings

Creating inclusive early learning environments is a foundational element of quality education and care. For early childhood education and care (ECEC) and outside school hours care (OSHC) providers, ensuring the inclusion of children with disability is both …

Source: The Sector - Neutral
Published on Jan 23, 2026

2025 Fair Housing Trends Report: What We’re Seeing and Why It Matters

The National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA) is the nation’s largest nonprofit fair housing organization, leading investigations, enforcement, advocacy, and research to advance equal housing opportunity. It processes the majority of fair housing complaints …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on Jan 22, 2026

Tribunal backs employer's right to demand punctuality despite ADHD

Peat joined the pub company as a Bar Supervisor on January 16, 2024, without disclosing her ADHD. She performed well enough to land a promotion to Functions and Events Manager by April 2025. That's when things started to unravel. The step up in …

Source: Human Resources Director Australia - Pending
Published on Jan 22, 2026

Negligence – Emotional distress – Expert evidence

Where a defendant doctor who reported suspected medical child abuse by the plaintiff was awarded summary judgment on a claim of negligent infliction of emotional distress, that judgment should be affirmed because the plaintiff did not offer any expert’s …

Source: Rhode Island Lawyers Weekly - Massachusetts - Pending
Published on Jan 22, 2026

Study finds late-career physician screening programs often lack fairness

Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. physicians with an active license is over age 65. This has spurred a small minority of hospitals to enact policies to assess these caregivers' cognitive and physical health, with the aim of reducing lapses that harm patients.  …

Source: Medical News - Neutral
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Are NDAs quietly compromising universities’ mission?

The first rule of Fight Club, famously, is you do not talk about Fight Club. But when it comes to fights within universities, the imperative for secrecy kicks in most insistently once peace has been re-established. Higher education certainly has no …

Source: University of Nottingham - Neutral
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Former staff at LGBTQIA+ rights organization Lambda Legal complain of anti-Black bias

Real journalists wrote and edited this (not AI)—independent, community-driven journalism survives because you back it. Donate to sustain Prism’s mission and the humans behind it. When Anita, a Black civil rights attorney from Louisiana, started working at …

Source: Prism - Pending
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Vic’s Ice Cream Reopens to Big Crowds

SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - Trey Olson, 12, was first in line for Vic’s reopening. He waited under gloomy skies and sporadic rain from 9 a.m. until the doors of Vic’s Ice Cream opened at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 2. Trey said he has been coming to Vic’s since …

Source: Pocket News - California - Pending

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Eden Gordon Media Amplifies Stories of Faith Through Authors and Christian Leaders at NRB Convention

Eden Gordon Media and “The All-American Book Club” Amplify Authors, Leaders, Speakers, and Advocates Standing for Faith and Freedom in the U.S. and Abroad WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eden Gordon Media …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 16:55 GMT

Dinant Strengthens Anti-Corruption Framework with FCPA Training by Foley Hoag

Executive Compliance Program Part of Broader Ethics & Governance Upgrade TEGUCIGALPA, HONDURAS, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dinant has reinforced its commitment to the highest international standards of corporate governance and …

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Published on January 25, 2026 - 21:20 GMT

ICRC response in northern Syria: Operational update

Emergency medical care In Aleppo, the ICRC has delivered life-saving medical supplies to Al-Razi Hospital, sufficient to treat at least 50 severely wounded patients. Additionally, five first aid kits and consumable items were provided to the Emergency …

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Published on January 23, 2026 - 17:52 GMT

Billionaire wealth jumps three times faster in 2025 to highest peak ever, sparking dangerous political inequality

Billionaires 4,000 times more likely to hold political office than ordinary people Billionaire wealth jumped by over 16 per cent in 2025, three times faster than the past five-year average, to $18.3 trillion – its highest level in …

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Published on January 23, 2026 - 10:39 GMT

Serbia: Further progress needed to clarify the fate of the missing

“Over one hundred cases of missing persons were clarified in 2025. Tragically, the fate of nearly 10,000 people remains unknown since the conflict in the 1990s,” said Ariane Bauer. “The Serbian authorities, working in cooperation with others in the region, …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 20:19 GMT

DR Congo: As more people are wounded in South Kivu violence, they struggle to get treatment

Since December, the ICRC has been providing more tents to boost the capacity of Fizi General Referral Hospital to treat wounded people. On 10 January, an ICRC emergency surgical team was sent to the hospital to help local staff cope with the influx of …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 16:48 GMT

Somalia: One year on, families reeling from conflict in Puntland

In 2025, for the second year running, conflict was the main driver of displacement in Somalia, uprooting more than 200,000 people from their homes, according to humanitarian data tracking population movements [1]. Military operations, including sustained …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 16:48 GMT

More Than a Competition: The Journey of Uganda’s IHL Moot Court Winners

Luwaga John Eliane, Lubogo Michelle and Sandra Nakiganda law students at the Uganda Christian University (UCU) represented Uganda in the African International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition in Kenya upon their success in nationals. “This year’s …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 19:18 GMT

Options For All Launches “You Better Werk,” a Recovery-Informed Path Back to Work

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Options For All, in partnership with Stepping Stone of San Diego, announced the soft launch of You Better Werk, a new employment-focused program designed to support individuals …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

iHope Surpasses 3,000 Children Supported Through Global Genomic Testing Network

Expecting Growth in 2026 SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Genetic Alliance announced today that the iHope program has now supported more than 3,000 children through clinical whole-genome and exome sequencing, …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, Human Rights ...
Published on January 26, 2026 - 18:32 GMT

Cerebral Palsy Foundation Convenes Global Leaders for Breakthrough Summit Accelerating Detection, Prevention & Cure

Summit marks a decisive shift from managing cerebral palsy to transforming outcomes through aligned science, collaboration, and urgency NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Cerebral Palsy Foundation (CPF) …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 18:02 GMT

ACE Calls on Federal and Provincial Ministers to Have an Honest Conversation About the Future of Childcare in Canada

With program needing $60 billion annually, association calls for practical reforms that put families first CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As federal and provincial ministers convene in Ottawa this week to …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

Gil Gillenwater Receives International Recognition Through the INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD®!

SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2026 Independent Press Award recognized "Hope on the Border" by Gil Gillenwater in the category of Book Interior Design Nonfiction as the winner. The …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on January 26, 2026 - 17:30 GMT

Emmy-Winning Director Taj Paxton Returns with ‘The Rise’ on Peacock, Capturing the Evolution of Women's Sports

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Taj Paxton, a five-time Emmy-winning director, writer, and producer known for her innovative storytelling in documentary filmmaking, returns to direct “WNBA 2024: The Year …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 17:01 GMT

RootsAlert.com Strengthens Independent Digital Journalism With Focus on Timely, Transparent News

Delivering Transparent, Fact-Based Reporting With a Focus on Grassroots and Regional Stories RAIPUR, CHHATTISGARH, INDIA, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RootsAlert.com, an independent digital news platform, continues to expand its …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 15:30 GMT

TAHAN Music Co. Releases 'She Has a Name' A Post-Christmas Country Story That Calls Courage Back Into the Conversation

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- We just wrapped the Christmas season, and for a moment the world slowed down long enough to sing about a baby, a mother, and a miracle. Then the decorations came down, the calendar …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Dr. Michael C. Threatt Joined the Mental Health & Affordable Housing Panel Discussion at the 2025 NCHADA Fall Conference

SHA CEO discusses using PBVs for Supportive Housing Development and applying the DG3 Repositioning Study to help achieve SHA’s Roadmap 2030 development goal SANFORD, NC, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The North Carolina …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

GoldenDoodle AI Launches as First Trauma-Informed AI Platform for Mission-Driven Organizations

GoldenDoodle AI: The first trauma-informed AI platform purpose-built for mission-driven organizations. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GoldenDoodle AI, a generative artificial intelligence platform built to …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Free Speech Coalition Announces Support for OpenAge Initiative and Adoption of AgeKeys for User-Centric Age Assurance

Free Speech Coalition announces support for OpenAge Initiative and Industry Adoption of AgeKeys as Privacy-Preserving and Cost-Effective Age Assurance WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Free Speech …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 13:15 GMT

Statement of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers on the Rule of Law, Protest, and the Use of Government Force

MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The killing of Renee Nicole Good, an unarmed woman shot during an immigration-related operation in Minneapolis, demands that the Nation stop and confront a hard truth. The …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 08:49 GMT

National 'Take the Pledge Day' Thursday January 29 ...Americans Being Asked to Support Democracy & Constitution

Renew Democracy 250 is calling on all Americans to personally pledge to defend American democracy and Constitution no matter what their political affiliation LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Contact: Steve …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 08:03 GMT

Professional Chinese Agency Enhances Reliable Certified Translation Services to Meet Global Demand

SHANGHAI, SHANGHAI, CHINA, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Communication across linguistic boundaries has become an essential element of global commerce, making efficient and accurate translation services a necessity for businesses operating or …

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Published on January 25, 2026 - 20:39 GMT

CA Governor GOP Candidate Jon Slavet Calls for Immediate Pullback of ICE Operations in Wake of Minnesota Tragedy

Slavet: “Demand a pause. Demand accountability. Restore the balance between Federal authority and state responsibility." PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California Republican gubernatorial candidate Jon …

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Published on January 25, 2026 - 17:10 GMT

Outrage Is Not a Strategy: Safe Activism Requires Strategy

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Outrage Is Not a Strategy: Free Training on Protest Safety and Emotional Regulation Tuesday, January 27 | Free | 2-Hour Virtual Training (ET) | …

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Published on January 25, 2026 - 17:08 GMT

University of the People Expands MBA Program in Arabic and English, Aiming to Enroll Thousands More Learners Worldwide.

University of the People Expands Prestigious MBA Program in Arabic and English, Aiming to Enroll Thousands More Ambitious Learners Worldwide. MARLTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- University of the People Expands …

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Published on January 25, 2026 - 13:27 GMT

More Wisconsin Home Sellers Question Traditional Real Estate Marketing Models

Most agents rely on outdated listing tactics. One Southwest Wisconsin real estate advisor shows how targeting the right buyers puts sellers back in control. VERONA, WI, UNITED STATES, January 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wisconsin Real Estate …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on January 25, 2026 - 12:57 GMT

New Book The Rebuilt Woman Offers a Blueprint for Healing, Empowerment, and Legacy After Domestic Violence

Therapist, survivor, and author Dawn Williams launches a powerful guide to help women transform their trauma into triumph, rebuilding mind, body, soul. QLD, AUSTRALIA, January 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Therapist, …

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Published on January 25, 2026 - 21:20 GMT

ICRC response in northern Syria: Operational update

Emergency medical care In Aleppo, the ICRC has delivered life-saving medical supplies to Al-Razi Hospital, sufficient to treat at least 50 severely wounded patients. Additionally, five first aid kits and consumable items were provided to the Emergency …

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