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Better Business Bureau volunteers working with ABC15's consumer team helped three Arizona residents get their money back after billing disputes left them stuck. The volunteers recovered nearly $2,000 through persistent advocacy with major companies.
A boarding school where Paris Hilton alleged abuse as a teen has lost its license after decades of complaints. Her years of advocacy and survivor testimony finally led state regulators to shut down the facility.
A new approach to children's advocacy in California shows how smart strategy beats pure charity. By spending just 10% on policy work instead of only direct services, organizations unlocked billions in public funding for kids.
Over 170 million women worldwide just got a victory in the fight for better healthcare. After more than a decade of advocacy, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been renamed to better reflect what the condition actually does to the body.
Energy company executives in the UK could lose their bonuses if they harm customers, under new reforms giving regulators real teeth for the first time. The changes mean consumers will get faster compensation and executives will finally face personal consequences for breaking rules.
British Columbia became the second Canadian province to cover menopause hormone therapy, a breakthrough that could help thousands of women access life-changing treatment. The victory comes after years of advocacy from women who struggled in silence with debilitating symptoms their doctors didn't recognize.
Students, workers, and families in Ontario successfully pushed the provincial government to announce new post-secondary education funding after nearly a decade of stagnant investment. The increase marks a milestone in the fight to strengthen colleges and universities, though advocates say more work lies ahead.
Wearable robotics are moving from labs into everyday life, helping ordinary people walk farther and climb higher without exhausting themselves. Companies like Nike, Hypershell, and WIRobotics are bringing powered footwear and lightweight exoskeletons to hikers, older adults, and anyone who wants to move without wearing out.
Google Pixel smartphones just scored higher marks for repairability than both Apple iPhones and Samsung Galaxy devices, though there's still room for improvement across the board. A new consumer advocacy report reveals which phone makers are making it easier for you to fix your device.
Britain's competition watchdog just cut proposed water bill increases from £2.7 billion to £463 million after five major companies tried to overcharge customers. The decision protects millions of households while still funding necessary infrastructure upgrades.
After cancer treatment forced actress Lisa Ray into early menopause at 37, she refused to let society write her off. She turned her painful journey into a powerful platform helping women break the silence around menopause. #
After surviving breast cancer, Prisca Githuka founded Pink Hearts Cancer Support Foundation to help others navigate their own cancer journeys. On World Cancer Day, she's sharing her story to prove that a cancer diagnosis doesn't have to be the end.
Ghanaians are feeling more hopeful about their financial futures as inflation eases and businesses hit their targets. The Bank of Ghana reports economic activity jumped 8.4% this January compared to last year.
After 40 years of stigma and rejection, a polio survivor transforms his painful past into a powerful voice for disability rights in Nigeria. His journey from rejected schoolboy to university lecturer shows how one person can challenge a nation's misconceptions.
Actor Eric Dane couldn't attend an ALS gala due to his health, but sent a powerful message of hope and determination. Fellow ALS advocate Aaron Lazar accepted the award on his behalf as the community rallied around him.
Western Australia is set to debate legislation requiring trains to have flashing beacons and side lighting, a change families have fought decades to achieve. The bill could save lives at the 20,000 rail crossings across Australia where most accidents still happen.
When Muibat Owoeye's children were suddenly removed from their Lagos school, she turned to social media and government channels to demand accountability. Her action is now sparking meaningful conversations about protecting children's educational rights across Nigeria.
John Hudson Dilgen lived with a painful genetic skin disorder that made his skin tear at the slightest touch, yet he dedicated his life to ensuring future children wouldn't suffer the same fate. His participation in clinical trials resulted in three FDA-approved treatments for Epidermolysis Bullosa, changing the lives of countless families.
After battling cancer left him searching for meaning, Puneet Sharma transformed a professional networking site into a lifeline for thousands of patients. His journey from scrolling social media aimlessly to building a supportive community shows how purpose can emerge from our darkest moments.
A man diagnosed with colon cancer won his fight against a health insurer and hospital that wrongfully denied his coverage and overcharged him. India's consumer court ordered them to refund $14,000 plus compensation after they failed to defend their actions.
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