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The Verge Uber is offering yacht rentals in Dubai because it's still a luxury product The Verge This Saturday, Uber is offering yacht rentals to residents of Dubai for 300 AED (or $82). That price includes free Uber rides to and from Marine Pier 7, where Uber's yachts are moored, as well as DJ music provided by global beach club brand Nikki Beach. Uber uses ad campaign to push for deal with cityPhilly.com all 2 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Daily Mail Queensland introduces laws to crack down on ride-sharing service Uber Daily Mail Queensland's taxi council is applying pressure on the state government to deliver an instant Uber crackdown after introducing heavier fines for drivers of the ride-sharing service. Enforcement of new laws passed in parliament last week, increasing ... Uber Queensland: Taxi council calls for crackdown on 'illegal' driversBrisbane Times Enforcement of new Qld 'Uber' laws beginsNEWS.com.au all 3 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CBS News ​Want to use the bathroom before Uber arrives? Think again CBS News Uber wants customers to show up promptly for their rides. To that end, it's testing a two-minute window for passengers to get to their car before the meter starts ticking. The company is testing the program in Dallas, New Jersey, New York, and Phoenix ... Uber says tipping drivers isn't expected, but let's be honest: it isThe Verge Uber Plays the Race Card to Shoot Down TippingNewsweek Uber is tired of waiting for youQuartz The Boston Globe -Boston.com -Gizmodo all 175 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Philly.com Uber uses ad campaign to push for deal with city Philly.com "If the House does not pass ride sharing this session," a statement said, "or if taxi special interests are successful in carving Philadelphia out of the House bill, Philadelphians' access to Uber will not be protected in the same way it is for the ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Brisbane Times Uber Queensland: Taxi council calls for crackdown on 'illegal' drivers Brisbane Times The state government will face an angry backlash from taxi drivers if Uber operators aren't hit with harsh new fines over the weekend. Taxi Council Queensland on Friday called for a crackdown on Uber and any other "illegal taxis" continuing to operate ... Enforcement of new Qld 'Uber' laws beginsNEWS.com.au all 3 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Independent Community Newspaper Uber drivers operating illegally in New Zealand, NZTA says Independent Community Newspaper ​Uber drivers facing fines of up to $10,000 for breaking the law will be supported by the company. Uber last week decided its New Zealand drivers no longer needed a passenger (P) endorsement, which was issued after checks on drivers' medical, criminal, ... Uber drivers could be breaking law, says NZTARadio New Zealand all 3 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Reuters Uber vs. Ola: How fight for Indian taxi market ended up in court Reuters UL] drivers about an unusually high number of canceled bookings was the spark that ignited a bitter legal fight with Ola, Uber's rival for dominance of India's $12 billion taxi market, according to court documents and a source with direct knowledge of ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Iowa City Press Citizen An afternoon with Uber: 3 trips, 8 miles, $20 Iowa City Press Citizen Yes, Iowa City, the rumors are true: Uber is here. Having written about the ride-hailing service several times over the past year and a half, I decided to spend the afternoon trying it out. I had never taken a taxi before (no, really), so Uber was a ... Uber launches in Iowa CityThe Gazette: Eastern Iowa Breaking News and Headlines Uber ride service makes Iowa City debutkwwl.com all 8 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

KABC-TV Uber holds recruitment event to find potential drivers in Los Angeles KABC-TV Uber holds recruitment event to find potential drivers in Los Angeles. You need Flash to watch this video.Sorry, your browser doesn't support Flash, needs a Flash update, or has Flash disabled. Uber holds recruitment event to find potential drivers in LA. https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Honolulu Star-Advertiser Uber driver accused of sex assault pleads not guilty Honolulu Star-Advertiser A 24-year-old Uber driver pleaded not guilty today to the sex assault of a 16-year-old girl in Makiki earlier this month. Luke Wadahara entered the not guilty plea to two counts of first-degree sex assault and one count of first-degree attempted sex ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Chicago Sun-Times Uber touts poll showing Chicagoans oppose licensing ordinance Chicago Sun-Times The April 21 poll conducted for Uber by “We Ask America” concluded that 69 percent of the 600 people surveyed “opposed the concept of a city ordinance that would greatly restrict Uber in order to save” a taxicab industry fighting for survival in the ... Uber threatens to leave Houston in dispute over background checksKTRK-TV Officials stand their ground after Uber threatens to leave HoustonKHOU.com Uber ultimatum to Houston: Change rules or we'll leaveHouston Chronicle Chron.com -Texas Tribune all 88 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

KHOU.com Houston Uber drivers concerned about jobs KHOU.com HOUSTON - Uber's threat to stop service in Houston because of strict rules imposed by the city has Uber drivers concerned. On Thursday, top city leaders are speaking out on this issue, while staff say fewer potential drivers are showing up at the ... What would change if Uber leaves Houston?Chron.com What the Uber ultimatum means for its Houston operationsHouston Business Journal Are the City of Houston and Uber playing chicken?CW39 all 16 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Daily Mail Uber offers rides on its luxurious 'party boat' in Dubai Daily Mail If summoning a car to pick you up at the tap of a button doesn't feel luxurious enough, Uber has revealed its plan to land you a spot on a deluxe party yacht in Dubai. UberYacht costs just AED300 per person, or roughly $82, for a ride which is set to ... Need to Rent a Party Yacht? Try UberMoney Magazine Uber: Transportation company turns its hand to yacht rides with UberYACHTCNN International all 11 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Fox 2 Detroit Uber driver murder suspect's girlfriend says she lied to police to protect him Fox 2 Detroit DETROIT - An Uber driver from Ghana gunned down in Detroit allegedly by one of his own customers. On Thursday that suspect was in court. Dajuan Watson entered the courtroom in handcuffs, confronted by testimony from his girlfriend about the night he ... Man charged in Detroit Uber driver's deathToledo Blade all 4 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Philly.com (blog) Uber ad lobbies to protect ride share in Philly Philly.com (blog) “If the House does not pass ride sharing this session,” a statement said, “or if taxi special interests are successful in carving Philadelphia out of the House bill, Philadelphians' access to Uber will not be protected in the same way it is for the ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Washington Post (blog) Huffington Post killed story pitch critical of Uber Washington Post (blog) Uber yesterday announced that Huffington Post Editor in Chief Arianna Huffington would be joining its board of directors, a move that put the site's reporters in an instant bind. To fight the notion that Huffington Post would somehow take it easy on ... Arianna Huffington Did Not Edit This Story About UberHuffington Post Arianna Huffington joins Uber's board of directorsThe Verge Uber CEO Travis Kalanick takes a stand against critics who want an IPOCNBC Profit Confidential -CNNMoney all 58 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Austin Business Journal Why an Uber lobbyist wants ABJ reporter's emails Austin Business Journal Uber's Austin-based lobbyist Adam Goldman, CEO of Congress Avenue firm The Goldman Group, filed a public information request with the city of Austin on April 22 seeking the emails and texts that I sent to City Council members, their policy aides, staff ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Money Magazine Need to Rent a Party Yacht? Try Uber Money Magazine Uber has enriched our lives by making everything from taxi rides to puppies just a click away. On Saturday, the ride-sharing app will launch its latest over-the-top convenience: UberYACHT, which will allow users to request a party yacht through the app. Uber: Transportation company turns its hand to yacht rides with UberYACHTQ13 FOX all 10 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Chron.com What would change if Uber leaves Houston? Chron.com This week Houstonians learned that Uber is contemplating the idea of leaving the Bayou City due to a dispute with city regulations. It's making Houstonians who have grown to enjoy using the service and even depend on it wondering what life would be ... Officials stand their ground after Uber threatens to leave HoustonKHOU.com Uber threatens to leave Houston in dispute over background checksKTRK-TV Uber ultimatum to Houston: Change rules or we'll leaveHouston Chronicle Houston Press -Houston Business Journal -Texas Tribune all 94 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

PaymentsSource Need Beyoncé Tickets? AmEx & Uber Are Giving Some Away STLtoday.com But you might be able to get around that. Yesterday — when Formation kicked off in Miami — American Express and Uber announced a partnership that gives anyone (not just card members) the chance to win two tickets to one of Beyoncé's 21 remaining U.S. ... Uber Is the Real Star of Amex's Beyoncé PromotionPaymentsSource all 386 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Verge Uber says tipping drivers isn't expected, but let's be honest: it is The Verge If you've been following the news about Uber's landmark $100 million settlement with its drivers in California and Massachusetts, you may think that tipping your driver is now a thing. After all, Uber said it would now allow drivers to start soliciting ... Uber: You Can Tip Your Driver But You Really Shouldn'tGizmodo all 2 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Wall Street Journal Uber Tests New Rider Rules: Two Minutes to Cancel or Show Up…or Else Wall Street Journal Uber Technologies Inc. wants its customers to show up more quickly when its on-demand drivers arrive or cancel the summoned ride faster, and it is exploring charging extra when that doesn't happen. This week, the car-hailing app maker is rolling out a ... Uber's Proposed Class-Action Settlement Leaves a Bad TasteFortune Uber Testing New 2-Minute Wait Rule Before Charging PassengersABC News Uber says tipping drivers isn't expected, but let's be honest: it isThe Verge Huffington Post -Forbes -Money Magazine all 118 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

PerezHilton.com Uber Driver Sues Snapchat After Girl Playing With App's Speed Filter Crashes Into Him -- Going 107 MPH! PerezHilton.com Snapchat has become a great way for people to share photos with friends — but like everything good in this world, people tend to find a way to ruin it. A Georgia Uber driver is suing the popular photo-taking app after being hit by a woman who was ... Uber Driver Sues Snapchat Over Selfie AccidentNew York Magazine all 130 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Packet Online PRINCETON: Police chief admits enforcing taxi rules on Uber drivers is a 'challenge' Packet Online Police Chief Nicholas K. Sutter said Monday that it is a “challenge” to enforce taxi regulations against car service Uber, the popular alternative to regular taxis that local cabdrivers claim is hurting their business. He briefly addressed the matter ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

NJ.com The fate of Uber service at Newark airport's Terminal A is up in the air NJ.com "Now it's time to take this bad idea off the table entirely," said Joe Sitt, chairman of New York-based Global Gateway Alliance. "The airport needs better transportation options, and Elizabeth needs the jobs and economic opportunity that comes with ... Newark, Uber Announce New Provisions, Fees In Airport DealCBS Local all 32 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber