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1 day ago
History

Caerphilly Castle Reopens After Major Medieval Makeover - Medievalists.net

Caerphilly Castle reopens following extensive conservation, featuring a restored Great Hall and improved accessibility with modern exhibits.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 day ago

Library Lines: Tech Exchange to provide help at Contra Costa branches

The Contra Costa County Library is partnering with Tech Exchange to offer drop-in tech support at three branches, beginning July 29. Tech Exchange will assist patrons with various technology needs, including Internet service sign-ups and navigating library computers.
Digital life
#reproductive-rights
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

G Flip's "Dream Ride Tour" w/ Beth McCarthy (Regency Ballroom)

Goldenvoice presents The Dream Ride Tour on October 31, 2025, at 8:00 PM PDT with doors opening at 7:00 PM. Ticket sales start July 18, 2025.
SF music
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Making hoops affordable: Don't let the duct-taped jerseys fool you

Singh's approach to forming JDM focuses on making basketball accessible by requiring a mere $20 for tournaments, rather than the exorbitant fees typically charged by other clubs.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

Selma Blair On Traveling With a Service Dog, Accessibility, and Why 'Travel Symbolized Hope' for Her

"The one thing that got me through childhood was great vacations. Everyone just feels better on a vacation. So even as a sickly child, that was always the beacon, the north star for me."
Travel
#disability-rights
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Berlin music

Berghain in a wheelchair: How inclusive are clubs? DW 07/04/2025

Clubs like Berghain are increasingly seen as inclusive spaces for disabled individuals, though accessibility challenges persist.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

New DOT report: How NYC streets and sidewalks are undergoing an accessibility makeover

New York City's accessibility upgrades enhance street travel for people with disabilities through installations like accessible pedestrian signals and improved bus stops.
#user-interface
#education
fromBusline News
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

From Prevost: Coach Atlantic Makes Dreams Come True For Young Jacob And His Many Friends - Busline News

fromZDNET
3 weeks ago
Education

Using AI saves teachers 'six weeks per year,' Gallup poll finds - but at what cost?

fromBusline News
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

From Prevost: Coach Atlantic Makes Dreams Come True For Young Jacob And His Many Friends - Busline News

fromZDNET
3 weeks ago
Education

Using AI saves teachers 'six weeks per year,' Gallup poll finds - but at what cost?

fromPadailypost
3 days ago

Berman, Papan aren't saying how they'll vote on a bill to give small businesses relief from ADA lawsuits

Senate Bill 84 would require potential plaintiffs to send warning letters to business owners and allow them to fix accessibility issues before they get sued.
California
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Does the UK video games industry have a class problem?

"I'm scared for the future of games," says Chris Goodyear. "It could end up going the way that theatre has, and become a very privileged thing."
Video games
#inclusive-design
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK taskforce calls for disability training for all airline and airport staff

"Security was identified as a key area of anxiety and concern for disabled passengers, particularly in how they are treated by airport staff during these processes."
Public health
#renovation
fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk
5 days ago

Meet the visually impaired boy 'who reads for hours on end'

Thomas Zalba-Smith, a visually impaired seven-year-old, participates in the Summer Reading Challenge for the fifth time, showcasing resilience and enthusiasm for reading despite nystagmus.
Public health
fromeLearning
1 week ago

Using the Colorize Filter in Adobe Captivate - eLearning

The Colorize Filter in Adobe Captivate helps harmonize mismatched images by applying a common tint, ensuring visual consistency throughout the course content.
#wcag
#community-development
#user-experience
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
6 days ago

Parking issues and 'inadequate' signs found at Hornchurch health hub

Healthwatch Havering has reported significant concerns regarding St George's Health and Wellbeing Hub, highlighting limited car parking and inadequate services for patients and staff.
Public health
#e-bikes
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

300 tons of sand trucked into Intuit Dome to create unique AVP beach volleyball venue

Building a court for indoor beach volleyball takes about six hours, and the crew uses specialized equipment to construct and later dismantle the setup efficiently.
National Basketball Association
#technology
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Gadgets

I love this wireless remote for more productive workouts, plus it's 20% off

fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Gadgets

I love this wireless remote for more productive workouts, plus it's 20% off

#mobility
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Big changes for federal student loans include new caps on amounts that can be borrowed

The new law places caps on student loans for graduate students and professional students, limiting total medical school loans to $200,000.
Education
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

New York State Supreme Court pilot program in Manhattan makes justice accessible | amNewYork

The New York State court system unveiled two upgraded courtrooms at its 60 Centre Street courthouse, enhancing accessibility for visually and hearing-impaired visitors.
US politics
#step-free-access
#transport
#community
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago
Brooklyn

MTA opens two elevators at newly-accessible Bay Ridge-95th Street station * Brooklyn Paper

The new elevators at the Bay Ridge-95th Street station enhance accessibility and were completed efficiently, saving time and costs.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
SF parents

Cupertino cuts the ribbon on inclusive playground

Cupertino opens an inclusive playground designed for all abilities, emphasizing community accessibility and joy in play.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

TfL offers sponsorship deal for shortest Tube line

Transport for London (TfL) seeks a sponsor for the Waterloo & City line, offering full-line branding and opportunities for experiential marketing in central London.
London
#inclusion
#ai-tools
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Berghain in a wheelchair: How inclusive are clubs? DW 07/04/2025

"I always need someone to accompany me so they can help me and also because trust is important."
LGBT
#generative-ai
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Government committed to 200 childcare fee, but increase in places must happen - Taoiseach

The promise to reduce childcare fees to €200 per child per month has become a significant feature of the election and the Programme for Government.
Canada news
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago

fan-shaped keyboard with built-in mouse lets users type with one hand

HTX Studio created a fan-shaped keyboard with a built-in trackball, designed for one-handed use, featuring 61 QWERTY keys within easy reach of five fingers.
UX design
fromColossal
2 weeks ago

Explore Centuries of Art History 15 Minutes at a Time in James Payne's 'Great Art Explained'

The art world has historically benefited the wealthy and privileged, creating barriers to entry based on elitism and exclusivity, which many feel prevents accessibility.
Artificial intelligence
fromPolygon
2 weeks ago

Ryan Coogler's Sinners is making Black history yet again

"Bringing Sinners to life in BASL was an honor. This work goes beyond translation - it's about making sure Black Deaf voices, culture, and language are truly seen and felt."
Film
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 weeks ago

Montijo Municipal Gallery's Garden / Ricardo Bak Gordon + Rui Mendes Arquitectura

The introduction of a lift into the 19th century Montijo Municipal Gallery was pivotal, transforming accessibility and leading to the creation of an integrated 80 m² garden, enhancing public engagement.
Renovation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Dear Abby: I'm angry that my supermarket has this new rule

The grocery store's decision to limit entry and exit points, while likely aimed at increasing impulse purchases, is proving to be a major inconvenience for loyal customers.
Relationships
fromIslands
3 weeks ago

This Genius Map Of 'Neu York' Helps Neurodivergent Visitors Navigate The Sights And Sounds Of The Big Apple - Islands

New York City offers both challenges and welcoming spaces for neurodivergent individuals, with resources like KultureCity's 'Map Neu York' helping them navigate the city.
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

What's missing from the perfect child-friendly summer? Generous public spaces | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

Before your eyes, the urban environment becomes transformed and often inhospitable. Things such as locked playgrounds have the potential to ruin your morning.
London music
fromLogRocket Blog
3 weeks ago

How HTML's element improves dropdowns - LogRocket Blog

Customizing a select element typically requires JavaScript, external libraries, and a lot of time to configure to taste.
Web development
fromSun Sentinel
3 weeks ago

Sensory-Inclusive Season starts on stages managed by the Broward Center

"We believe that the magic of live music, theater and other captivating performances should be accessible to everyone," Jan Goodheart, vice president of external affairs at the Broward Center, said.
Miami food
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Amazing for blind people': app helps cricket fan find way around Lord's

Waymap, the company behind the app-based navigation tool, claims the 31,000-capacity cricket stadium is the world's first sports arena to be fitted with a personal GPS.
Wearables
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 weeks ago

Cupertino all inclusive playground welcomes everyone - San Jose Spotlight

"There are few places that everyone's welcome, and this is one of them," Schober told San José Spotlight.
SF parents
fromTheartnewspaper
1 month ago

Art Basel and Frieze set their sights on the next generation of visitors

UBS's initiative aims to foster a deeper connection between young Swiss residents and contemporary art, highlighting the importance of accessibility in the art world.
Berlin music
fromwww.bxtimes.com
1 month ago

MTA begins major accessibility upgrades at three Bronx Metro-North stations Bronx Times

Both Williams Bridge and Woodlawn stations will receive four new elevators each, along with significant structural upgrades to improve accessibility and service quality.
Brooklyn
fromSmashing Magazine
1 month ago

Meet Accessible UX Research, A Brand-New Smashing Book - Smashing Magazine

UX research can take so much of the guesswork out of the design process! But it's easy to forget just how different people are and how their needs and preferences can vary. We can't predict the needs of every user, but we shouldn't expect different people using the product in roughly the same way.
Mobile UX
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Lottery adviser reveals how the suddenly-ultra-rich spend their millions

The Independent continues its mission of providing accessible, quality journalism on pressing issues from reproductive rights to climate change, ensuring a diverse representation of voices.
UK news
fromHackernoon
1 month ago

AI Coding Assistants in 2025: My Experience with Lovable, Bolt, and the Future of Programming | HackerNoon

AI coding assistants are changing not just how we code but who gets to code, empowering more people to create software and businesses.
Online Community Development
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

NAHB encourages practical' renovations for aging in place

NAHB has released strategies for aging-in-place home modifications, focusing on accessibility improvements in accident-prone areas like kitchens and bathrooms.
Renovation
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

Dear Google Maps, stop sending me down literal blind alleys

Google Maps does not prioritize safety in routing options, disregarding personal safety when suggesting routes through poorly lit or isolated areas, especially at night.
Alternative transportation
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