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Nation Dec 21

‘This chair gives me my life back’ : Disabled passengers beg airlines to handle with care

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A playground for everyone, no matter your age or ability

When Olenka Villarreal couldn’t find a playground for her daughter, who was born with disabilities, she launched an effort to build one. The Magical Bridge Playground in Palo Alto, California, is touted as the most accessible playground in the country.

By Megan Thompson, Melanie Saltzman

Science Aug 21

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This young scientist studies wild animals. Bias against disability won’t stop her

Field biologist Charlotte Devitz is part of a trend: researchers expanding the boundaries of accessible science.

By Vicky Stein

Arts Apr 14

Netflix adds audio descriptions for visually impaired to ‘Daredevil’ and other shows

"Daredevil," Netflix's newest original series that features blind lawyer Matt Murdock take to the streets as the eponymous protagonist, ironically didn't come prepared to aid blind fans in watching the blind hero.

By Justin Scuiletti

Nation Oct 11

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Street art inspires redesign of accessibility icon

The Department of Transportation in New York City is in the middle of updating the accessibility icon, which advocates say better reflects those with disabilities. NewsHour Weekend's Hari Sreenivasan reports.

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