Prince Harry gave an emotional interview with the BBC about his strained relationship with his father, King Charles, and the royal family. He stated he has been cut off from his father and doesn't know how long the King had left to live. Prince Harry expressed regret over the decision that led to him being unable to take his family back to the UK safely, citing a lack of warning about the outcome. He plans to continue supporting charities and public service despite this setback, acknowledging that his children will miss out on experiences due to his situation.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14672967/Prince-Harrys-bombshell-interview-father-royal-family-security-row-FULL.htmlThe Scottish Government is facing criticism after a four-year-old boy, Iain Gregori, was left waiting for an autism diagnosis despite his father's repeated claims that he is autistic. Labour leader Anas Sarwar highlighted the case at First Ministers Questions, stating that the government has let Scotland down. Rockstar Sir Rod Stewart stepped in to pay for Iain's diagnosis after hearing about the boy's heartbreaking wait. The First Minister stressed that an official diagnosis is not required to access support, but acknowledged that parents may be reassured by available pathways and interventions.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14669551/SNP-shamed-singer-Sir-Rod-Stewart-steps-pay-childs-autism-diagnosis.htmlSir Rod Stewart has offered to pay for his son's autism diagnosis after a three-year wait for an appointment. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar criticized the Scottish Government, saying they "let Scotland down" by not providing adequate resources for individuals with autism. Sarwar highlighted Iain's case, stating that he needs an official diagnosis to access necessary support, as many people believe his son is autistic but lack formal confirmation.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14668813/Scottish-government-shame-Rod-Stewart-autism-diagnosis.htmlBusinesses are facing risks as states pass new health data privacy laws, which could impact companies from wellness apps to stores selling pain relievers. The laws aim to protect consumer health information, with some requiring individuals to sue over violations of data privacy laws in Washington and Virginia.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/ip-law/businesses-see-risks-as-states-pass-new-health-data-privacy-lawsThe US government has sued top health insurance companies and brokerages, alleging they used illegal kickbacks to steer Medicare members into certain private plans. The lawsuit names CVS Health Corp., Elevance Health Inc., Humana Inc., eHealth Inc., GoHealth Inc., and SelectQuote Inc. as defendants.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/insurance/us-alleges-insurers-brokers-used-illegal-kickbacks-in-medicareWisconsin has refused to end diversity, equity and inclusion practices in schools, leading to a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education. The state agency has committed $10.2 million to expanding online certification pathways, developing university programs for future mental health providers, and improving retention rates of mental health professionals, with 348 new professionals already placed since 2021-2022.
https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/health/2025/05/02/trump-cuts-funds-for-mental-health-professionals-in-wisconsin-schools/83407768007/The US government has allowed synthetic dyes despite health risks, unlike the EU which banned them due to potential health concerns. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke about an Autism report by the CDC at a news conference in Washington.
https://krcgtv.com/news/nation-world/why-us-still-allows-synthetic-dyes-despite-health-risks-and-eu-bans-robert-f-kennedy-jr-hhs-secretary-red-40-yellow-5-blue-1Prosecutors in the Bryan Kohberger murder case have requested permission to conduct their own psychological testing, but a judge rejected a defense motion to rule out the death penalty. Despite Kohberger's recent autism diagnosis, Ada County Judge Steven Hippler denied the motion, allowing prosecutors to proceed with their plans. The defense had previously conducted testing on Kohberger, which they claim is not admissible in court, prompting prosecutors to seek alternative methods.
https://www.rawstory.com/bryan-kohberger-trial-struck/Natalee Wheeler, the project and training coordinator at the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), emphasizes the importance of lived experience in understanding mental health, citing her own passion as a valuable resource that is often overlooked.
https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-news/montana-veteran-hoping-to-use-her-mental-health-training-to-help-other-vets