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A South African entrepreneur is training people with disabilities to fix wheelchairs in their own communities, solving a massive gap in healthcare access. His success story reveals both the promise and the barriers facing health innovators across the country.
A Chinese repair technician rescued a destroyed graphics card worth over $1,000 by transplanting its chip onto a new circuit board. The card was physically smashed but now works perfectly again.
After years of farmers fighting for the right to fix their own equipment, John Deere will pay $99 million and make repair tools widely available for the next decade. It's a major win for 200,000 farmers who can now repair tractors themselves instead of waiting weeks for approved dealerships.
Apple just released its most repair-friendly laptop since 2014, making it easier for students and schools to fix broken devices themselves. The $499 MacBook Neo uses screws instead of glue, though repair experts say there's still room for improvement.
Swiss wheelchair racer Catherine Debrunner just shattered her own world record in the 200 meters, cutting more than a full second off her previous time. She now holds world records in all nine women's T53 wheelchair racing events.
Colorado lawmakers just voted down a tech industry-backed bill that would have gutted the state's landmark right-to-repair protections. After a marathon hearing filled with testimony from repair advocates, small businesses, and everyday citizens, the House committee killed the proposal 7-4.
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In remote KwaZulu-Natal, physiotherapist Maryke Bezuidenhout travels hundreds of miles through thick sand and bush to bring dignity to 500 disabled patients who can't reach the hospital. Together with wheelchair repairer Moses Mthembu, who became paraplegic at 23, they're proving healthcare works best when it comes home. #
A small-town ice cream shop is breaking a world record with Hot Wheels track while raising money for off-road wheelchairs. For just $5, you can buy a piece of history and help someone with disabilities explore the outdoors.
Farmers just won a major victory in their fight to fix their own equipment. John Deere will pay $99 million and provide repair access for the next decade.
Nearly 400 young volunteers will spend a week in Marathon County this July, fixing homes for 60 families who need help maintaining their properties. The massive service project targets seniors and others who can no longer handle critical repairs on their own.
A Dallas ISD student is breaking records and blazing trails as the district's first youth wheelchair track athlete to advance to regionals. The historic achievement marks a turning point for adaptive athletics in one of Texas's largest school districts.
A firefighter in Baltimore carried a man in a wheelchair to safety after flames broke out in his home. The dramatic rescue was captured on video and shared by local fire officials.
Google Pixel smartphones just scored higher marks for repairability than both Apple iPhones and Samsung Galaxy devices, though there's still room for improvement across the board. A new consumer advocacy report reveals which phone makers are making it easier for you to fix your device.
A new study shows melatonin supplements help night shift workers repair DNA damage by 80% during sleep. The discovery could offer a simple way to protect millions who work overnight from long-term health risks.
Volunteers at a Missouri library helped families save money by mending clothes, shoes, and appliances instead of buying new ones. The free event combined budget relief with environmental care, showing how repair skills can stretch dollars and reduce waste.
Eight Nigerian wheelchair basketball athletes are competing in Angola this week for a chance to represent their country at the Commonwealth Games. The team's journey highlights Nigeria's growing commitment to inclusive sports and para-athlete excellence.
Team Canada claimed gold in wheelchair curling at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, defeating China in the final. Sweden secured bronze in the mixed team event that showcased incredible athletic skill on ice.
Mamudo Baldé just became Europe's fastest wheelchair racer, clocking 13.61 seconds in the 100m T54 and missing the world record by just seven hundredths of a second. His performance in Switzerland proves that the 2028 Paralympic Games are going to be absolutely electric.
The University of Michigan made history by capturing its first wheelchair tennis national championship, defeating defending champion Alabama in a thrilling final. The victory marks a major milestone for the sport's growth at the collegiate level.
Houston Children's Charity is giving away 50 wheelchair-accessible vans to families in need, shattering their own record from last year. The $5.3 million donation represents the largest distribution of its kind in the country.
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