Ten families are suing Whitefield special school in north London after a BBC investigation revealed CCTV footage of autistic children being abused and locked in calming rooms. The civil claim alleges false imprisonment and human rights breaches, following a police investigation that ended without charges.
David and Sara LeBlanc faced fines from Ogunquit, Maine, for their lawn roosters, which town officials deemed advertising for their restaurant. The couple stated the roosters comfort their autistic daughter, Pyper. After a partial agreement, community members worldwide began displaying roosters in support.
Spain defender Marc Cucurella keeps his long, curly hair untied so his autistic son, Mateo, can easily recognize him on the pitch. Cucurella and partner Claudia Rodriguez shared their emotional journey following Mateo's autism diagnosis and its impact on their family life.
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Pokémon Go is credited by the author for inspiring a new appreciation for the natural world as a 'playable space'. The game, downloaded 800m times, led the author to explore other location-based apps like Seek and Merlin Bird ID, fostering a deeper engagement with their surroundings.
Silverstone Circuit has adapted to accommodate neurodivergent Formula 1 fans, including a dedicated sensory viewing area and trained volunteers. The initiative aims to make the Grand Prix accessible and enjoyable for individuals with autism and ADHD, like nine-year-old Joshua, who found the experience one of the best days of his life.
Silverstone Circuit has adapted to accommodate neurodivergent fans, including those with autism and ADHD, by creating special viewing areas like Copse Triangle and sensory rooms. This has allowed individuals like Joshua, a nine-year-old with autism, to enjoy Formula 1 events, transforming a potentially overwhelming experience into a positive one.
Prof Simon Baron-Cohen regrets his "extreme male brain" theory of autism, stating the label is unhelpful and easily misunderstood. A new £26m donation to Cambridge University will fund research guided by the autistic community, focusing on health outcomes and earlier diagnosis.
Florida is expanding a voucher program to provide subsidized swim lessons for autistic children aged 1-7, aiming to reduce drowning incidents. Autistic children are 160 times more likely to drown, and the program seeks to offer life-saving skills.
A recent study highlights that 89-97% of autistic people over 60 are undiagnosed, leading experts to call them a "neglected generation." This article explores the challenges older neurodivergent adults face, the benefits of late diagnosis, and how families can approach the subject and seek support.
L'associazione dei camionisti della Bolivia denuncia la morte di almeno tre autisti dall'inizio delle proteste e dei blocchi stradali avviati da oltre un mese per chiedere le dimissioni del presidente Rodrigo Paz. Oltre 600 camion sono bloccati e gli autisti si sentono presi in ostaggio.
A Hong Kong homemaker faced significant distress trying to secure health insurance for her autistic son, with multiple companies unwilling to offer coverage due to his condition. The Hong Kong Autism Institute has launched an initiative to support such families.
Despite a lack of FDA approval and scientific evidence, stem cell treatments for autism are proliferating in the US. Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. is seen as an ally to these clinics, with concerns raised about potential deregulation and families being sold false hope.
A 37-year-old woman, Amanda Maria Souza de Oliveira, has been arrested in Brazil for posing as a 12-year-old autistic girl to defraud families. She allegedly lived with one family for 14 months, using a baby bottle and toys to maintain her deception.
Il cortometraggio "Gerry", basato sulla storia vera di Angelo, uno studente autistico che usa i LEGO per creare mondi immaginari, è stato presentato al Taormina Film Festival 2026. Prodotto da Poti Pictures, una casa di produzione sociale, il film esplora la metamorfosi del dolore in avventura.
Four stories highlight deep friendships formed through shared life challenges: single mothers, fathers of autistic children, ex-church members, and adoptees from Hong Kong found profound connection and support in each other.
The family of Caleb Vazquez, one of two suspects in the San Diego Islamic Center shooting, stated he was autistic and radicalized by online hate. The FBI is investigating the incident as a hate crime. Three victims were killed, and the suspects died by suicide.
On May 17th, the 2026 Nanning Autistic Children's Painting Exhibition and Charity Sale was held in Nanning. Jointly organized by the Municipal Health Commission and the Nanning Municipal Committee of the China National Democratic Construction Association (MNDCA), the event aimed to raise funds for the rehabilitation and assistance of autistic children through art exhibitions and charity sales. MNDCA members actively participated, purchasing 33 paintings for over 60,000 yuan, accounting for about 70% of the total sales.
Hong Kong mother Chau Ting-ting, 30, shares her struggles with caring for her autistic son Ziyi, 5, amidst financial hardships and postnatal depression, highlighting the challenges faced by families with special needs children.
