Tag: Accessibility
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NUS Unveils AI Headset to Help Visually Impaired Navigate Singapore
Overview In a stride toward greater independence for people with visual impairments, a team from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has developed an AI headset designed to assist users during daily activities such as commuting and shopping. The headset uses advanced on-device processing to recognize routes, read surrounding objects, and provide spoken guidance, helping…
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Why the LEGO Pokémon Line Signals a New Reality: Toys Feel Reserved for Rich Adults
Introduction: A Franchise, Two Worlds Pokémon has long bridged generations—kids catching imaginary creatures and adults chasing nostalgia. Yet a recent wave in the LEGO Pokémon line is sparking a conversation beyond brick-building: are toys increasingly exclusive, priced for affluent adults rather than everyday kids? As LEGO expands its partnership with the Pokémon universe, price points,…
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AI as a Tool to Empower Creatives Without Resources: Portrait No. 72
AI as a Catalyst, Not a Replacement In a world where access to high-end gear and generous budgets can gatekeep storytelling, two Filipino creatives are proving that artificial intelligence can widen the playing field. Portrait No. 72, a short film created with the help of generative AI, demonstrates a collaborative approach that treats technology as…
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Inclusion’s Next Mile: Pacing Towards a More Inclusive Marathon Culture
Why Inclusion Starts at the Start Line In every marathon, the real race isn’t just about the fastest time. It’s about ensuring every runner — regardless of background, ability, or experience — can lace up, line up, and belong. Inclusion isn’t a single act; it’s a sustained practice that shapes the entire race culture. From…
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Inclusion’s Next Mile: How Marathons Are Pushing for Greater Access and Impact
Introduction: The Race for Inclusion Beyond Time In the world of long-distance running, the finish line isn’t merely a clock time or a personal best. It’s a symbol of opportunity, belonging, and collective progress. “Inclusion’s next mile” captures a growing movement: marathons and race organizers expanding access, breaking down barriers, and ensuring every runner—regardless of…
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Inclusion’s Next Mile: Pacing Toward Accessible Marathons
Rethinking the Race: Why Inclusion Redefines the Marathon Marathon running is often framed as a test of individual endurance, but the true measure of a successful race extends beyond personal speed. Inclusion turns every mile into a shared journey, where athletes of diverse abilities train side by side, celebrate progress, and cross the finish line…
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Nigeria’s disability rights movement leaps forward
Building on decades of advocacy In Nigeria, the disability rights movement is moving from the margins toward the mainstream, driven by years of grassroots organizing, legal challenges, and persistent advocacy. Across cities from Lagos to Jos, NGOs, disability-led groups, and allied civil society organizations are translating vision into policy, and policy into practice. This shift…
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A Small Change, A BIG Difference for HandyDART Riders
Introduction: A Simple Change with Lasting Impact For decades, HandyDART has been a lifeline for wheelchair users who rely on public transit to stay connected with work, medical appointments, and community activities. Sometimes, a small operational tweak can cascade into a big improvement for riders. That shift—driven by feedback from users like Brian Gibney and…
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A Small Change, A Big Difference: How HandyDART Is Transforming Lives
Introduction: A tiny change with outsized impact For Brian Gibney, a wheelchair user since his early twenties, the drive to explore and embrace new experiences has remained a constant. What started as a personal passion for travel, culture, and everyday adventures quickly highlighted a stubborn barrier: accessibility gaps that can turn an exciting outing into…
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Captcha Page Security: How News Sites Protect Content
Understanding the purpose of captcha pages Captcha pages appear when a website detects unusual or automated activity. For news organizations that publish vast amounts of timely content, preventing automated scraping, data harvesting, and bot-driven abuse is essential. A captcha challenge helps ensure that real human readers, not automated programs, are accessing articles, images, and archives.…