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Their dusty ol' swap meet near Joshua Tree has closed. Residents are heartbroken

The Sky Village Swap Meet, a local treasure, closed due to an ADA lawsuit over accessibility issues.

Turn and Face the Strange Ch-ch-changes: Observations and Recommendations from a Week Without Driving - Streetsblog California

Car dependency presents significant barriers for non-drivers, highlighting the need for better urban planning and transportation equity for all.
Driving is not just a convenience, but a privilege that further complicates the accessibility of city spaces for those without cars.

Wheelchair users call for Lime Bikes to be 'sorted' amid 'dangerous' routes

Lime Bikes blocking dropped curbs pose significant safety risks for wheelchair users and visually impaired pedestrians.
There is a general lack of understanding about the accessibility challenges posed by obstructions in urban areas.

I thought this new VisionOS 2 feature was just a gimmick - until it made me cry into my Vision Pro

The new VisionOS 2 features are a mix of disappointment and unexpected delight, particularly the captivating spatial image creation tool.
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Lime bikes may be removed from borough over safety

Lime e-bikes must resolve safety and parking issues in Brent or face removal within months.

I want them all crushed': the council poised to ban dangerous' Lime bikes

Brent Council may become the first in the UK to ban Lime e-bikes due to mismanagement and accessibility concerns.
Local councils are demanding stricter regulations on e-bike parking to improve safety and accessibility on pavements.

Lime bikes may be removed from borough over safety

Lime e-bikes must resolve safety and parking issues in Brent or face removal within months.

I want them all crushed': the council poised to ban dangerous' Lime bikes

Brent Council may become the first in the UK to ban Lime e-bikes due to mismanagement and accessibility concerns.
Local councils are demanding stricter regulations on e-bike parking to improve safety and accessibility on pavements.
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$20 million in taxpayer funds spent on NYC park, dog run that few use thanks to location, homeless druggies

Maspeth Park, funded by taxpayers, remains underused due to poor location and access issues.

Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson's struggles to Paris absolute disgrace' GB chief

Disabled persons often face significant accessibility challenges, as highlighted by Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson's experience while traveling to Paris 2024.

East London station's step-free upgrade remains unstarted five years after being announced

Delays in providing step-free access at Hackney Downs station highlight issues in transportation project management and rising costs.

'I had to cancel medical appointment because I couldn't get out of my flats'

Residents at Ada Court in Maida Vale faced significant challenges due to lift breakdowns, impacting their social lives and access to essential services.

'Blue Badge thefts shrunk my world'

The number of Blue Badge thefts in London has more than quadrupled in the last decade, causing significant difficulties for people with disabilities.
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