Turns out all that speculation that blind Chinese human rights lawyer Chen Guangcheng fled to the US Embassy in Beijing was true. American officials confirmed that, following a six-day stint at the Embassy, Chen left Wednesday to receive medical treatment at a nearby hospital in the city. But it looks like Chen may have been forced out — he told the AP from the hospital this evening that authorities threatened to beat and kill his wife if he refused to leave the Embassy. more ›

Here's news the visually impaired Chinese will surely be happy to hear - the release of the country;s first audio film to be screened from April 23. The box office hit Examination 1977 will be screened for an audience of 158,000, with added narrative to describe non-auditory scenes for blind viewers. more ›

As we mentioned earlier, a temporary permission allowing guide dogs in public places has now run out of time. For the seven people in China who have seeing eye dogs, it's back to pre-Paralympic times. However, we've noticed that bakery chain Café 85 C has understood the use of these dogs. Smoking, outside food and photography are not allowed at the chain and neither are pets, unless they are guide dogs. more ›

This Saturday, September the 20th, a temporary permission that allows guide dogs in public places will come to an end. The permission, that dated from June 20th was issued due to the Paralympics. After this date, guide dogs will be regarded as ordinary pets and not allowed on public transportation. more ›