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Lyft’s CEO and Jeff Bezos protege is so bullish on the ‘underdog’ company, he just invested $1 million in the company

Lyft CEO David Risher bought $1.1 million worth of company stock because the “great team” has him convinced of a bright future.

Fortune

Does Lyft's CEO Know Something Analysts Don't?

Lyft shares are down sharply from their 2023 highs - but with company execs buying, is the ride-sharing stock a top contrarian investment at current prices?

Barchart

Lyft and Uber threaten to leave Minneapolis unless mayor vetoes bill giving drivers a minimum wage

It’s not the first time they’ve made this threat.

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Americans Aren't Buying 'Bidenomics'

Plus: Idaho can't enforce ban on transgender girls playing on female sports teams, Minneapolis may mandate minimum wage for ride-share drivers, and more...

Reason

Minneapolis advances measure for minimum wage to Uber and Lyft drivers

Minneapolis City Council members have narrowly passed a measure that would establish a minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers

The Independent UK

‘Wow’: Uber chief startled by US reporter’s expensive three-mile ride

Dara Khosrowshahi expresses surprise at Wired journalist’s $51.69 journey to company’s annual product event in New York

The Guardian - US

Uber's CEO doesn't know how much a three-mile ride in one of his own cabs costs

"On my God. Wow," was Khosrowshahi's response.

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Can Uber Maintain its Upside Momentum?

Uber Technologies (UBER ) rallied to a 2-year high today and has nearly doubled in price since the beginning of the year. Uber has outperformed rival Lyft (LYFT ) and the S&P 500 ($SPX ) (SPY ) this year, raising the bar for its Q2 earnings results on Tuesday. According...

Barchart

The Umbrella Academy Writer Says She Worked On Hit Show, Then Had To Drive Lyft Because The Money Didn’t Last

One writer from Netflix's The Umbrella Academy admits to working on a hit show and then driving for Lyft six months later because the money ran out.

Cinemablend

Skims Bodysuit Credited With Saving Woman Shot Four Times

Kansas City resident claims tight-fitting shapewear prevented further injuries and potentially saved her life

Zenger

Lyft Sends $1K Card To A Family Named Uber

Uber kept telling them that the last name was invalid when trying to sign up.

Motor1

‘Suit up for the backlash!’: The battle to regulate New York’s gig economy

The progressive politician Brad Lander says his attempts to establish a minimum wage for food delivery workers have met well-funded resistance from the sector’s leading companies

The Guardian - UK

Lyft driver who worked as US interpreter in Afghanistan shot dead in Washington

Nasratullah Ahmadyar, 31, who left Afghanistan on last flight from Kabul in 2021, died in hospital after being shot in his car

The Guardian - US

Afghan interpreter who fled the Taliban killed in US gun violence

Nasrat Ahmad Yar was working as a rideshare driver when he was fatally shot in Washington, DC, after resettling in US.

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The Independent UK

Former interpreter for US forces in Afghanistan who escaped Taliban shot dead in Washington DC

Nasrat Ahmad Ya, who leaves behind a family of four, was fatally shot while finishing a late-night Lyft shift

StockNews.com

Uber (UBER) vs. Lyft (LYFT): Which Ride-Hailing Giant Is the Better Investment Now?

Following the pandemic-induced slowdown in their businesses, the prospects look bright for ride-hailing giants Uber Technologies (UBER) and Lyft (LYFT) as people return to their pre-pandemic habits. Let’s compare these two stocks to identify which is better positioned for an upside in the near term.

Chicago Sun-Times

Lyft driver recounts rushing passenger to hospital after shooting in Little Italy: ‘I really wanted him to survive’

Jeleal Goins had barely gotten into Robert Smith’s car Sunday night when there was a screech of tires and Smith looked up to see a gun pointed at the back window.

Tribune News Service

Identical and inseparable, the Stokes twins were softball stars. Then came the crash.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Before the wreck that killed the two people on the passenger side of the car, before the packed funeral that included a tearful eulogy from softball’s biggest celebrity, before the court case that may finally be decided Wednesday after five postponements, Mia and Mallory Stokes were simply…

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The Independent UK

Body of Massachusetts man found in marshland after Lyft ride was mysteriously cancelled and 911 call went dead

Dickson De Los Reyes, known as Joel, was last seen at a house party in phoned police after getting into a rideshare car with Lyft

Chicago Sun-Times

New Divvy scooters have phone chargers, blinkers and an AI-powered sidewalk-detecting camera

The scooters also have a 50-mile battery range, dual hand brakes and a shock-absorbing suspension. Five hundred of the newest scooters will hit Divvy docking stations by the end of June.

Tribune News Service

Opera workers’ ruling offers path for Uber, Lyft drivers to unionize

A U.S. labor board ruling on Tuesday laid the groundwork for drivers from Uber Technologies Inc. and Lyft Inc. and other gig workers to formally unionize — a still difficult but potentially transformative task.

Fortune

Chase Freedom Unlimited® review: well-rounded rewards card with no annual fee

The Chase Freedom Unlimited® card also comes with an introductory 0% APR for purchases and balance transfers.

Android Central

Google's At a Glance widget finally picks up a long-awaited rideshare status feature

The Google Pixel's At a Glance widget can show you how far away your rideshare service is.

Fortune

Chase Sapphire Reserve review: A rockstar among premium travel cards

Do the Sapphire Reserve's benefits and perks upstage the high annual fee?

The Independent UK

Minnesota governor vetoes higher pay for Lyft, Uber drivers

Gov. Tim Walz has vetoed a bill that would have mandated higher pay and job security for Lyft and Uber drivers in Minnesota

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