Author Archives: mikeyeow
Torn by David Armand (as Johan Lippowitz)
Now the hard of hearing can enjoy the fun of karaoke, thanks to the Hollow Men’s David Armand.
Budget 2008 brought happy news for the disabled community
KUALA LUMPUR, 13 September 2007-Budget 2008 brought happy news for the disabled community but more can be done to improve their lot. THE Budget 2008 is a happy budget for all Malaysians. It is aimed at improving the quality of … Continue reading
Deaf woman sexually assaulted
PHILADELPHIA, USA-September 13, 2007-A deaf woman was raped last week in Bensalem, police said Wednesday. The victim, a Philadelphia woman in her 30s, was walking from Wal-Mart on Horizon Boulevard to a bus stop when she was approached from behind … Continue reading
Can your iPod cause you to go deaf?
Stacey Tillett of Sherman Oaks, Calif. picked out a new iPod today, not worried now that it may be damaging to her hearing. “I like to listen to music loud, especially when I work out. I use it when … Continue reading
Sign language service team bridges gap between Deaf and hearing worlds
Taiwan, 13 September 2007 (Taiwan headlines)-For the past three years, the Hsinchu Sign Language Service Team has been helping to bridge the communication gap between the Deaf and hearing people in the area. The team has helped improve people’s lives, … Continue reading
IBM develops virtual deaf interpreter
HURSLEY, England (AP) – Here’s a productive twist on the animated characters known as avatars that carry out fantasies in virtual computer worlds. IBM Corp. researchers have developed an avatar that can translate spoken words into sign language. The technology … Continue reading
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