disabled

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When the team disabled genes involved in phosphatidylcholine production in young worms, the mitochondria quickly began to resemble those typically seen in much older animals.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

“CENTCOM forces have disabled seven non-compliant vessels, redirected 134 ships that complied, and allowed 42 vessels supporting humanitarian aid to pass since initiating the blockade on April 13,” U.S.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The report also raised concerns about NHS patient transport and the availability of accessible taxis for disabled people.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

She was serving as a case manager for disabled students for the Montebello Unified School District when she was let go due to budget cuts.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Legal rulings empowered people with developmental disabilities to refuse treatment and created rights for the mentally disabled that made forced institutionalization much less common.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson