MSN 24th April 2026 Man's metal best friend? Visually impaired people test robot guide dogs By Joe Rossiter The visually impaired in China are trialling robot guide dogs. The robo-pups can respond to their human's voice and communicate with them through a voice interaction system to allow them to move around safely. A trial run in Chengdu, in China's Sichuan Province, showed a woman holding the 'lead' as the four-legged robot led her down the street. Mounted on the four 'le

City News 24th April 2026 China Tech. “Nature” Publishes Research Report on Locally-Developed Gene Therapy for Deafness China Tech is a column dedicated to the innovations reshaping China – and, inevitably, the world. From cutting-edge AI labs and next-generation robotics to apps that redefine daily life, we explore the breakthroughs that emerge from the country's relentless drive for technological dominance. Some are game-changers, others cautionary tales, but all offer a gl

City News Service 22nd April 2026 Therapy Dogs Bring Comfort and Joy to Autistic Teens For 16-year-old Xiao Xia, holding a pet dog in his arms was a first-time experience. Though nervous, he wore a smile and said he felt happy. "I don't have a pet at home, so it's really nice to play with a dog," shared the teenage boy with autism. He was among a group of autistic children taking part in a special charity activity at the Dapuqiao Neighborhood Health Center in Shanghai's Huang

China Daily 21st April 2026 Forum explores integration of copyright protection with accessible reading services A forum exploring ways to integrate copyright protection with accessible reading services opened on Monday in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, aiming to make reading rights more inclusive and support the high-quality development of China's reading initiatives. The forum, organized by the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the China

China Daily 18th April 2026 China limbless mum sews with mouth, uses limb stumps for daily tasks, raises 3 kids alone An 81-year-old Chinese woman dubbed “ the strongest Chinese mother” was born without limbs and managed to raise three children. The octogenarian who has moved many people online sewed with her mouth and used her elbows to hold chopsticks while looking after her family. Wang Yushi, 81, from Baiyin in Gansu province, northern China, was born with a congenital di

Disabled Woman Said She Was Fine And Didn ’ t Need Emergency Care, But Her Sibling Ignored Her Wishes And Sent Her Into A Hospital Anyway Nothing gets messier faster than someone deciding they know your needs better than you do. When a disabled woman said she was fine and did not need emergency care, her sibling ignored her repeated “ no” and had her taken to the hospital anyway. The end result caused quite the drama between them. https://twistedsifter.com/2026/04/disabled-wo

The Hong Kong Standard 18th April 2026 Single mom with breast cancer begs for more time with her son by Khan Heeba Lazmi A single mother in Hong Kong was diagnosed with breast cancer shortly after her son was born. Just as she was fighting the disease with all her strength, fate dealt another heavy blow – her young son was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Struggling to care for her child while covering her own mounting medical expenses, she has

South China Morning Post 19th April 2026 South China Morning Post 19th April 2026 Hong Kong charity breeding Labrador with golden retriever to boost guide dog supply A Hong Kong charity is attempting to fast-track the supply of guide dogs for the blind by breeding a Labrador with a golden retriever for the first time, as only 10 per cent of applicants for canines were ready for immediate pairing. Jasmine Tang Yau-sheung, head of operations with Hong Kong Seeing Eye Dog Servic

China Daily 16th April 2026 Exhibit by autistic kids raises awareness Young artists from special education institutions in Taiyuan showcase talent in dozens of paintings By ZHU XINGXIN in Taiyuan and CHEN LIANG In the northern Chinese city of Taiyuan, Shanxi province, a unique art exhibition recently opened, showcasing the works of children with physical and developmental disabilities. The event was aimed at raising awareness of the condition and fostering understanding, resp

Taipei Times 16 th April 2026 Study suggests olfactory system linked to autism By Jonathan Chin / Staff writer Taiwanese scientists have linked abnormalities in the olfactory region of mouse brains with behaviors connected to autism spectrum disorder, using a novel artificial intelligence (AI)-based brain mapping technology. Academic Sinica Institute of Molecular Biology distinguished research fellow Hsueh Yi-Ping (薛一蘋) and Institute of Information Science associate research

Xinhua 7th April 2026 Feature. Intellectually disabled artists paint lives beyond definition at Art Basel Hong Kong Art Basel, long known for spotlighting expensive canvases, rare materials, and renowned creators, concluded this year's Hong Kong edition at the end of March, where a modest, quiet exhibition space has drawn a large number of visitors to pause and linger. Inside the booth, there was no showmanship, no gimmicks, but only the trees, stone houses, vehicles, and p

Xinhua 13th March 2026 Fashion show spotlights rare disease community A charity fashion show was held in Yantai, Shandong province, on Saturday to mark International Rare Disease Day and launch a new support network for affected families. The event brought together nearly 300 patients with rare diseases, medical experts, business representatives and volunteers. Through diverse and creative formats such as a fashion show, patient talk shows, a photography exhibition showcasing

The Standard, Hong Kong 4th April 2026 HK airport unveils city ’ s first free sensory facility for travelers with hidden disabilities By Winona Cheung Hong Kong International Airport has opened the city ’ s first free multi-sensory facility designed to provide travelers with invisible disabilities a safe and calming space, helping them reduce travel-related stress and prepare for their journey in a busy airport environment. The 30-square-meter Sensory Corner, located in the r

China Daily 4 th April 2026 Shanghai unveils first vocational competence assessment for autism rehabilitation services By He Qi Shanghai officially launched China's first specialized vocational competence assessment project for autism rehabilitation services on Thursday, during the 19th World Autism Awareness Day, addressing a gap in professional certification in this field nationwide. Led by the Shanghai Civil Affairs Bureau and evaluated by the city's vocational skills app

Xinhua 2nd April 2026 Qinhuangdao panda-themed healing base offers therapy for autistic kids Qinhuangdao in North China's Hebei province has launched a panda-themed healing base offering nature-based therapy for children with autism through close encounters with giant pandas. The initiative, designed to ease anxiety and foster emotional connection, reflects the city's growing commitment to developing innovative rehabilitation approaches for autism, local authorities said. The

Xinhua 1st April 2026 China Focus. From learning to earning, China explores new support for autistic adults Though it was winter vacation, 17-year-old Yangyang started his day early, walked to the supermarket on his own and returned home to whip up a bowl of seafood noodles for his younger sister. To outsiders, he seemed like a caring and responsible older brother with a passion for cooking, yet only his parents truly understood the immense effort involved in helping Yangyang

China Daily 31st March 2026 Writer with cerebral palsy pens love letter to Yinxu culture By Shi Baoyin and Qi Xin Zhao Dian, a 38-year-old with cerebral palsy from Anyang, Henan province, concentrates as she taps on a mobile phone screen, while the rest of her body stays completely still. Books are stacked in piles around her. Zhao's mother, Zhao Li, 66, keeps a few books set aside, making them easy for her to reach whenever she needs them. Though Zhao Dian has never spent a

China Daily 29th March 2026 China plans more steps to encourage people with disabilities in grassroots sports By Wang Xiaoyu China aims to further promote grassroots sports participation among people with disabilities alongside the development of elite-level disability sport, following a record-breaking performance at the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Paralympic Games, authorities said recently. https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/28/WS69c7d099a310d6866eb406fe.html

Guangdong News 27th March 2026 YueBA, a stage for all, as Liang Jianheng eyes his moment The 2026 Guangdong City Basketball League (YueBA) has tipped off with a message of inclusivity, as Foshan's squad features the competition's only hearing-impaired player. Liang Jianheng, 27, earned his place on the team after rising through China's deaf basketball system, where he helped Guangdong secure a national championship and a runner-up finish at the National Games for Persons with

China Daily 28th March 2026 Tech experts champion AI, bionics to support vulnerable groups By Li Hongyang Experts at the 2026 Zhongguancun Forum in Beijing have emphasized the crucial role of cutting-edge technologies in supporting people with disabilities, calling for the development of a more inclusive society that effectively addresses the daily needs of this vulnerable group. They made the remarks at a sub-forum on Friday on the sidelines of the ZGC forum, one of China's