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Skift Uber Gets Court Win in Economically Depressed Puerto Rico Skift Thousands of drivers have registered for Uber in economically distressed Puerto Rico. The judge's ruling, which states that the ride-sharing company should be treated in Puerto Rico like it is in 33 states and 70 U.S. cities, and not like traditional ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Financial Times Businesses call on London mayor to rethink onerous Uber rules Financial Times The rules also oblige all London minicab operators to run a call-centre in their licensed London operating unit, which would preclude the use of Uber's new €4m customer service facility in Limerick. A similar rule does not apply to black taxis, which ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Denver Post Blind man Uber-ing: One man's quest to get visually impaired a tech job The Denver Post Convincing Uber, the ride-sharing service, to offer blind or visually impaired job seekers a free round-trip ride to job interviews in the Denver area. “I was a blind IT networking nerd throughout my career for 20 years. And I explained how I was able ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Studies suggest ride-sharing service Uber decreases drunken driving Tribune-Review Uber's recent expansion in Greensburg could offer bar and restaurant patrons a better way to get home safely after nights out on the town, community leaders believe. The San Francisco-based ride service began operating in Washington, Greene, Fayette, ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Recode Even with an Uber drivers' 'union,' little has changed in their fight for in-app tipping Recode As part of a five-year labor agreement with Uber, the New York arm of the International Association of Machinists has been working to help independent drivers get their voices and concerns heard by Uber management. Under the agreement, the group ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Niners Nation Uber, VTA to offer improved options for Levi's Stadium trips Niners Nation The 49ers and Uber have partnered up to create an “exclusive Uber Zone” at the stadium. The press releases says it will “provid[e] guests with a seamless pickup and drop-off experience for all 49ers home games and third-party stadium events.” Here's ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Recode Here's how Uber and Brazil's own 99 prepared to compete at the Rio Olympics Recode 99's competitor, Uber — the only global ride-hail player — wouldn't provide any specific numbers, but considering that Brazil's Institute of Tourism estimated that between 350,000 to 500,000 tourists would fly into Rio for the games, it stands to ... Uber driver to watch son at Olympics, thanks to passengerFox News Generous fundraisers send Uber driver to Rio to watch son compete in OlympicsITV News all 13 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Uber scores legal victory in Puerto Rico Fox News Judge Angel Pagan ruled late Friday that Uber can operate under rules drawn up by the Department of Transportation and Public Works that govern Transportation Network Companies and are similar to regulations in effect in 33 states and 70 cities. and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Uber Scores Legal Victory in Puerto Rico ABC News A judge in Puerto Rico has ruled that ride-booking company Uber cannot be regulated like taxi services in a move that will allow it to continue operating in the U.S. territory. Judge Angel Pagan ruled late Friday that Uber can operate under rules drawn ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Taxi driver killed in multi-car DUI crash involving Uber driver in West Hollywood KABC-TV A taxi cab driver was killed in a suspected DUI crash involving an Uber driver and another vehicle in West Hollywood, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Saturday. The fatal crash was reported shortly before 2 a.m. on La Brea ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Boston Herald Uber missed driver's battery conviction Boston Herald The Uber driver charged with raping a 16-year-old girl in Everett was convicted in 2012 of assault and battery on a correctional officer, records show — a violent felony that should have been flagged by Uber's background checks. Darnell Booth, charged ... Uber driver charged with rape of Everett teenThe Boston Globe Massachusetts man accused of raping teen after meeting via Uberwwlp.com Uber driver charged with rape of 16-year-old girl from EverettMassLive.com People Magazine -The Inquisitr -My Fox Boston all 40 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

KCCI Des Moines Fairgoers say they're being cheated out of Uber rides KCCI Des Moines Fairgoers who use the popular transportation service Uber said other people are taking rides that don't belong to them. "That sounds pretty bad to do," said Luke Hudnutt, of Madrid, Iowa. "I wouldn't be happy if I called an Uber and someone else took it.". and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

New York Post Uber scrapping yellow cab option New York Post The last bit of cooperation between Uber and yellow cabs is going out the window. The car-service giant is killing off the UberT option in three weeks — and as a further slap to the yellow hacks, it will soon be relaunched as a green-cab-only option ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Forbes 3 Lessons From Uber's Defeat In China Forbes I knew Uber was locked in a bloody battle with its Chinese rival Didi Chuxing. In order to gain market share, Uber subsidized its riders heavily, losing $1 billion a year. To me, that was a sign of trouble, because competing on price is never the way ... After China, India looms as Uber's next battleground | TechCrunchTechCrunch Didi's Cheng Wei: Chinese patriot who tamed UberReuters Uber's Didi Deal Dispels Chinese 'El Dorado' MythU.S. News & World Report Harvard Business Review -Investopedia -Quartz all 40 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

wwlp.com Massachusetts man accused of raping teen after meeting via Uber wwlp.com (CNN) – A Massachusetts man was charged with raping a teenage girl that he allegedly met while driving for Uber. Police reportedly arrested the suspect Wednesday. Prosecutors say the attack happened in July. Prosecutors say Darnell Booth. Used his job ... Uber missed driver's battery convictionBoston Herald Uber driver charged with rape of Everett teenThe Boston Globe Uber driver charged with rape of 16-year-old girl from EverettMassLive.com People Magazine -The Inquisitr -My Fox Boston all 40 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Investor's Business Daily Lyft Reportedly Snubs General Motors' Takeover Bid Investor's Business Daily Ride-hailing app Lyft reportedly snubbed a takeover bid from General Motors (GM), according to a report citing anonymous sources, instead opting to kick off a new fundraising round, even as it struggles in its battle against U.S. rival Uber Technologies. New law says Uber, Lyft must be accessible to allThe Boston Globe Lyft Rebuffs Acquisition Approach from GM — The InformationThe Information all 35 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

NBC Olympics Passenger helps Uber driver travel to watch son at Olympics NBC Olympics PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A chance ride, an hourlong conversation, and the generosity of strangers are making it possible for a Philadelphia Uber driver to go to Rio to see his son compete in the Olympics. Retired bus driver Ellis Hill didn't have the money ... Uber driver to watch son at Olympics, thanks to passengerBloomington Pantagraph all 8 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Miami New Times Does Uber Miami Need an Option to Choose English- or Spanish-Speaking Drivers? Miami New Times Liana Lozada has been using Uber since it debuted in Miami in 2014, but it was only recently that she made note of a problem with the service. Whenever she got into a car with non-Spanish-speaking friends, she was usually the only one who could ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

People Magazine Uber Driver Charged With Teen Girl's Rape Sobs During Arraignment People Magazine As the criminal charges against him were being outlined at his arraignment on Thursday, a onetime Uber driver – accused in the rape of a 16-year-old girl – slumped over inside a Massachusetts courtroom before collapsing to the floor, where he started ... 16-year-old girl allegedly raped by Uber driver - The Boston GlobeThe Boston Globe Local Uber driver accused of raping 16-year-old girlMy Fox Boston Uber driver arrested, charged with allegedly raping 16-year-old girlBoston.com WCVB Boston -WHDH-TV -NECN all 33 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Uber launching luxury option in Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Uber Pittsburgh announced it is launching a new option for passengers who want to sit in a BMW, Lincoln, Mercedes or other luxury vehicle for their ride. Called Uber Premium, the service has a $2.50 base fare and $12 minimum fare. With per minute, per ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Chicago Tribune Uber says most of its safety incidents involve 'abusive riders on drivers' Chicago Tribune Uber spokeswoman Brooke Anderson confirmed that riders have been deactivated for bad conduct, but declined to provide data. She said a decision to end someone's access is not only based on the rating, but takes into account feedback from the driver and ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The News-Press Tell Mel: Some Uber drivers ignore ADA, break law The News-Press Unlike the ADA, Uber hasn't been around that long. Uber is a jitney service made available through a smart phone application. The drivers are independent contractors who use their own cars to pick up people and give them rides for a fee. It's a good ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CNNMoney How this Vietnamese refugee became Uber's CTO CNNMoney In 2013, he was hired as Uber's chief technology officer. Since that time, Pham, now 49, has built Uber's engineering group from 40 engineers to more than 2,000. The company's technology has gone from handling 30,000 trips a day to millions. In ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Wall Street Journal Uber's Cash Service Fuels Tensions in South Africa Wall Street Journal JOHANNESBURG—A new service by Uber Technologies Inc. that allows riders to pay for their trips in cash has heightened tensions with traditional metered taxis in South Africa, and some drivers for the popular car-service app say they fear for their ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CBS Local Uber, Lyft Drivers At Odds With Sacramento Airport Over Garbage CBS Local SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – If you're wondering why there's a wait time for your Lyft or Uber driver at the Sacramento airport, it's because your driver must park nearly two miles away in a designated zone along I-5 and some are calling down right dirty, and ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber