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AI-powered smart glasses with the Be My Eyes app provide increased independence for visually impaired man in Mablethorpe.
Source: NewsATW
Legally blind woman Ebony Wingate was fatally struck by a Charlotte city bus, prompting legal action and safety concerns.
Source: Charlotte Alerts News
EEOC sues Solera Holdings for allegedly discriminating against a blind employee by denying necessary support and resources.
Source: The Fort Worth News
FNSB urges stronger enforcement of disability rights and improved infrastructure to support visually impaired individuals in Nigeria.
Source: Punch Nigeria
Mangoslab's Nemonic Dot braille label printer, using AI for accessible labeling, named one of Time's Best Inventions of 2026.
Source: Notebookcheck News
Oklahoma School for the Blind will observe Red Ribbon Week with activities and presentations promoting a drug-free lifestyle among students.
Source: Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services
DLCG and the National ICT Innovation Hub provided cybersecurity training for visually impaired individuals, emphasizing accessible digital safety education.
Source: PC Tech Magazine
Burlington unveiled a plaque honoring Anne Connelly, a trailblazer for blind advocacy, marking the Vermont Association for the Blind's 100th anniversary.
Source: Wisevoter
Global Media Alliance and Japan Motors donated 60 white canes to the Ghana Blind Union, enhancing mobility for visually impaired individuals.
Source: Citi Newsroom
NV Access invites users to test the NVDA 2026.3 Release Candidate. Feedback will be crucial to finalize this version.
Source: NV Access
A new workshop from LightHouse for the Blind and MTC aims to improve transit navigation for blind and low vision riders using innovative tools and strategies.
Source: LightHouse for the Blind San Francisco
A federal court has ruled that California's vote-by-mail system is inaccessible to blind voters, violating their rights. The case highlights the need for more accessible voting options to ensure privacy and independence for blind individuals.
Source: Disability Rights Advocates