Deaf News: Mandela ‘fake’ interpreter claims he’s the...
The Limping Chicken Thamsanqa Jantjie, the sign language interpreter accused of being ‘inept’ has claimed that he is a proficient sign language interpreter but has schizophrenia and suffered an episode while in stage. Mr Jantjie also claims to be a qualified interpreter for ‘SA Interpreting’ as as yet unverified agency and that his interpreting at many other events […]
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 21 minutes ago

Flash News: I'm Schizophrenic, Says 'Fake' Interpreter
Deaf YouVideo EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: I'm schizophrenic, says 'fake' interpreter - DeafSA says, it really is a huge insult to Deaf community. JOHANNESBURG - The Madiba memorial interpreter - who has been dubbed a “fake and a fraud” - is receiving treatment for schizophrenia. Thami Jantjie, the fake interpreter, said in an interview with Talk Radio 702 he is... See more, visit a...
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 21 minutes ago

We are winning !
Byddar - Cymru The National Assembly for Wales is trialling a bilingual, captioned version of First Minister’s Questions, which is available via YouTube. We are very keen to hear what people think. In particular, we would like to hear from Deaf people and people with hearing loss who might wish to access FMQs in this way. We would welcome any feedback and suggestions for improveme...
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 21 minutes ago

Deaf Santa
At The Rim Signed vlog.  This santa has tattoos as well :)  Every child wants to tell Santa what they want for Christmas, and for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, Deaf Santa will be making a special appearance just for them. Find out when you when can see this special Santa for yourself!
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 22 minutes ago

What If ?
At The Rim The Scottish referendum on independence poses an isue for 'national' charities in the UK. Maybe then the AOHL will HAVE to devolve autonomy to Wales too ?    Irene Fyfe asks: "What will happen to charities that are based in England but serve Scotland? I am profoundly deaf and have a Hearing Dog for The Deaf but their training centres and offices are based down so...
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 22 minutes ago

Jingle B.E.L.L.S....... !
At The Rim Vlog with ASL and captions:  A five-year-old girl who signed during her kindergarten Christmas concert in Florida so her deaf parents wouldn't miss out has melted hearts across the U.S. Claire Koch can be seen singing as she uses finger spelling and signing to match the lyrics of popular carols such as Rudolph the Rednose Reindeer and Jingle Bells.  Proud moth...
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 52 minutes ago

Restaurants encouraged to be "deaf aware" over...
At The Rim Christmas is a time for people to enjoy with their family and many have a meal out leading up to the big day. Many families like to spend this time of year with elderly relatives and treat them over the festive period. As restaurants gear up for a busy few weeks and large bookings, experts have encouraged owners to ensure that their staff are "deaf aware". It can b...
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 52 minutes ago

Mandela Memorial Interpreter: The Same Old Oppression
Bring Me That Horizon Reblogged from The Deaf Dream: Destiny Yarbro Founder & CEO In the tumult of this week's news, many may wonder why a fake interpreter at Nelson Mandela's memorial was such a big deal. After all, the memorial wasn't for Deaf … Continue reading →
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 1 hour ago

Deaf News: ‘Fake’ Mandela memorial sign language...
The Limping Chicken The ‘fake’ sign language interpreter, at the centre of the world’s attention following his bizarre performance at Nelson Mandela’s memorial event, has been found interpreting in another video. This time he’s interpreting for Jacob Zuma, the South African President, as he sings a song called ‘Kill the Boer’. Despite his now infamous short-comings as an [�...
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 3 hours ago

2 Days of Gifts App Launched by Apple in conjunction with...
-Selina^Wing- Apple launched new "12 Days of Gifts" application in conjunction with the upcoming Christmas. The 12 Days of Christmas Gifts, only offered to international users only, excluding the U.S, so it open to all users of iPhone and iPad! From December 26 to January 6, you can download a gift each day—songs, apps, books, movies, and more—with the 12 Days of Gifts app. Eac...
Thu, Dec 12 2013 · 4 hours ago

CNN report on fake interpreter
Deaf News Today The CNN went to Gallaudet University for part of its video report on the fake interpreter that showed up on stage in South Africa at the memorial service for Nelson Mandela. Watch it below on DeafNewsToday.com. Read More at DeafNewsToday.com
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 7 hours ago

Mystery interpreter Named
Deaf News Today The UK's Daily Mirror says it knows the identity of the fake interpreter at the Nelson Mandela memorial. According to the paper, "sources in South Africa last night named him as Thami Jantjie." And it appears he's done the same thing before--there is video of him next to the South African president at an African National Congress event last year. Jantjie's gestures di...
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 8 hours ago

KODA in Kindergarten Holiday Concert
Fookem and Bug Holy moly, this is adorable. While belting out a Christmas song at a school concert, a KODA (kid of deaf adult) performed sign language so her hearing-impaired mom could understand the lyrics. The video, which captures a group of kindergartners singing a Christmas song to the tune of “Bingo was his name-o,” was recorded by […]
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 10 hours ago

Cute CODA's Holiday Concert signing caught on video
Deaf News Today A kindergartener made sure her deaf parents were able to follow the singing of her classmates by signing her way through several Christmas songs at her school's holiday concert. Tampa's WTVT-TV (Fox 13) has the video of the demonstrative CODA. Read More at DeafNewsToday.com
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 10 hours ago

Was the sign language interpreter at Mandela’s memorial a...
deafness and hearing aids Speakers at Nelson Mandela’s memorial service were joined on stage by a sign language interpreter, but according to many sign experts he is a fake. During the service, Wilma Newhoudt-Druchen, the first deaf woman to be elected to the South African parliament tweeted: “ANC-linked interpreter on the stage with dep president of ANC is signing...
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 10 hours ago

Today Show Jokes about Fake interpreter
Deaf News Today NBC's Today show is apologizing for a joke about the fake interpreter at the memorial service for Nelson Mandel in South Africa. During a discussion of the controversy among the hosts, someone appeared in the corner of the screen, making random gestures as if they were an sign language interpreter. Host Natalie Morales shook her head and immediately said, “Oh no, no...
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 11 hours ago

Reaction to Fake Terp
Deaf News Today The Obama Administration said it has no comment about the fake sign language interpreter who showed up on stage at the memorial service for Nelson Mandela, according to USA Today. Questions are being referred questions to the South African government. But White House spokesman Josh Earnest it would be "a shame" if this incident became "a distraction" from the many tri...
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 11 hours ago

The Life Cycle of an ASL Student
Bring Me That Horizon You’ve discovered the magic of ASL. You’re the teacher’s pet in your class. You watch ASL videos on YouTube like a fiend. You even go to an occasional Deaf event.            (Well, no one said you … Continue reading →
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 11 hours ago

Support DHHSC – Use our Amazon Store!
The Deaf Bee By Jesse Lewis, Project Director Do you buy items through Amazon.com? Do you want a percentage of your purchase cost to go to DHHSC, at NO EXTRA COST to you? You can use our Amazon Affiliates store! Amazon will pay DHHSC a percentage of all purchases made through our store, so please use this whenever […]
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 12 hours ago

Happy Holidays 2013
SpeakUpLibrarian Holiday Decorations I love the optical illusion of the Christmas packages floating in air! It was really fun to take this photo of the decorations where I work. Hope you enjoy it. You can click on the photo to enlarge it. Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year to all!
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 13 hours ago

Publicize to Your Google+ Pages
DeafGuy Blog Back in September we announced some cool new ways to connect your WordPress.com site to your Google+ account. One major improvement was the ability to bring your WordPress.com and Google+ profiles closer together by sharing your content via Publicize. Make your content visible on your Google+ Page Today we’re happy to …
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 14 hours ago

Smash Redux
Sudden Silence When we were driving home from my mammogram on Friday, I told Dave that the technician was really fast; during previous years, they would often spend quite a while positioning me just so before finally lowering the plate and telling me to hold my breath.  This girl was just like boom, boom, boom, DONE.  There […]
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 14 hours ago

Host Your Event in DHHSC’s Stingley Community Room!
The Deaf Bee By Stacy Constantino, Resource Specialist and Volunteer Coordinator Did you know that DHHSC’s Fresno Headquarters rents out our Stingley Community Room for special occasions, meetings, private groups and much more? Our facility, which holds up to 276 people, has a large stage. We have a loop system installed for those who need that accommodation. We […]
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 14 hours ago

Dangerous Decibels – Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
Audio Accessibility I came across a comic by Liam F Walsh published in New Yorker showing people acting as blind by using mobile devices and white canes to navigate around. The artist could also have added earbuds as they make people deaf by listening to their portable devices and being oblivious to the world around them. In […] The post Dangerous Decibels – Noise-Induced Hearing Lo...
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 15 hours ago

NAD Responds to Interpreter at Nelson Mandela’s Memorial...
NAD News The National Association of the Deaf (NAD), the premier civil rights organization for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States, responds to the urgent concern regarding the interpreter on stage during Nelson Mandela’s Memorial Service on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 with three points.  read more
Wed, Dec 11 2013 · 15 hours ago