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Canada’s ‘Uber for Doctors’ Targets Long Medical Wait Times BloombergCanada's taxpayer-funded health-care system has many benefits, but painfully long wait times to see a doctor isn't one of them. This is where innovators like ... https://www.google.com/news

The Booming, Ethically Dubious Business of Food Delivery The AtlanticMeal-delivery companies are the ultimate symbol of the most powerful force in business today: convenience maximalism. View the full article

The downside of Uber Eats: Auckland eatery Poke Bar closes a store after dine-in customers dry up New Zealand HeraldWhen online food delivery *service* Uber Eats arrived in Auckland two years ago, it proved to be a winner for some small eateries. Many even took on extra staff to ... View the full article

A Google spreadsheet of the marketing employees laid off by Uber this week is going viral INSIDERMore than 250 laid-off Uber employees have added their names to the spreadsheet, which was created by a former Uber Eats employee. https://www.google.com/news

Uber Pro now available to drivers in the U.S., Australia, New Zealand and Canada NeowinUber has launched Uber Pro to the rest of the United States, and for the first time in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. Uber Pro offers rewards to dedicated ... View the full article

Zego and Uber-leasing firm Splend partner - Life Insurance International VerdictInsurtech Zego has teamed up with Uber-leasing firm Splend to provide cover for its UK fleet and give some analytical help. https://www.google.com/news

Food delivery wars are just beginning Financial TimesIf you thought the red-hot food delivery business was entering its consolidation phase, think again. The pressures are starting to show on some weaker apps, ... View the full article

White Castle is giving away a million free sliders this month in honor of 'Harold and Kumar' INSIDERCoinciding with the 15th anniversary of the film Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, White Castle has partnered with Uber Eats to give one free 10 sack (10 ... https://www.google.com/news

Uber Driver Accused Of Drunk Driving, Crashing Into CPD Officer Has App Revoked CBS ChicagoAn Uber driver accused of drunk driving and crashing into a Chicago police officer Sunday has had his access to the app revoked, the company says. https://www.google.com/news

British Columbia gives Uber a cautious go-ahead The EconomistThe province wants the benefits of ride-hailing without the costs. https://www.google.com/news

In A World Of Uncertainty: Uber Technologies, Inc., (NYSE: UBER) StockNewsWorldShareholders need to be aware of earnings manipulation that will affect the quality of the earnings number. It is important not to rely on any one financial ... View the full article

The foodoo economics of meal delivery The EconomistDespite consolidation, it is anything but a tasty business. View the full article

The foodoo economics of meal delivery The EconomistDespite consolidation, it is anything but a tasty business. View the full article

British Columbia gives Uber a cautious go-ahead The EconomistThe province wants the benefits of ride-hailing without the costs. https://www.google.com/news

3 men carjack Provo Uber driver with knife, steal his money and phone KJZZProvo Police are looking for three men after they carjacked an Uber driver at knifepoint. At approximately 8:30 p. m. , rideshare driver Russell Christensen told ... View the full article

McDonald's Sales Jump, but Traffic Still Lags Motley FoolComps surged to new highs in the second quarter, but it was due to higher prices and product mix, not more customers coming to the restaurant. View the full article

Uber and Lyft strike: What's at stake for injured gig workers? BenefitsProThe distinction of employee versus independent contractor is particularly important in the realm of workers' compensation. https://www.google.com/news

Pump the brakes: Uber, Lyft roll out to Halifax on pause HalifaxToday.caA councillor is displeased to hear that Uber might be having second thoughts about bringing their ride-sharing *service* to Halifax. https://www.google.com/news

Nearly 20 Indians hit by Uber layoff as growth slips LivemintNew Delhi: Several Indian employees were left in the lurch when ride-hailing *service* Uber sacked 400 staffers from its 1,200-member marketing team globally to ... https://www.google.com/news

Cape Town Uber, Bolt drivers urged to avoid hijack hotspots eNCAJOHANNESBURG - Western Cape police urge Uber and Bolt (formerly Taxify) drivers to avoid various locations in Cape Town following a hike in hijackings in ... https://www.google.com/news

Uber passenger records driver sending 'raunchy' WhatsApp messages mid-journey Mirror.co.ukVideo footage taken in Dublin, Ireland, appears to show a driver typing on his phone while behind the wheel. https://www.google.com/news

Walsh seeks hikes on fees for Uber, Lyft rides Dorchester ReporterBoston Mayor Marty Walsh wants to increase fees on Uber and Lyft rides, with the aim of reducing congestion, cutting emissions, and raising money for local ... View the full article

How Can FinTech Reduce Poverty? ForbesHow can FinTech reduce poverty? This question was originally answered on Quora by Jake Kendall. View the full article

Why your Uber driver may be cancelling your ride this week Sydney Morning HeraldThe newest player to enter Brisbane's ride-share market is temporarily letting drivers keep 100 per cent of their fares, potentially explaining reports of an ... View the full article

Dallas-Based Rideshare Company Aims to Provide Safer Rides Than Uber, Lyft WBAP News/TalkDALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — There's a new ride-share option in Dallas for those who find Ubers or Lyfts too risky. The company Alto is offering its own ... https://www.google.com/news