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Woman home alone with baby orders Uber Eats, an hour later she notices the food where it shouldn’t be: ‘My Uber Eats man has entered my house’

Uber Eats is allegedly investigating the incident.

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Rapido, Uber, Ola down across several Indian cities

Several ride hailing apps, including Ola, Uber and Rapido, faced significant disruptions across major Indian cities on Thursday. Users reported an inability to book rides or log into their accounts on the platforms. Rapido experienced a brief technical outage which has since been resolved for most users. Other services also…

The Economic Times

Gurgaon online cab scam: Man says driver claimed Rs510 fare while his app showed Rs290

A Gurgaon cab ride has sparked discussion after a driver allegedly demanded Rs510 instead of the Rs290 fare shown on the passenger’s app. The passenger refused to pay the higher amount without seeing the booking details, after which the driver agreed to accept Rs290. Other users shared similar experiences involving…

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London rollout of robotaxis delayed amid lack of guidance

It was previously understood that robotaxis would launch before the end of the year

Evening Standard

Delivery Hero lifts 2026 outlook on strong growth amid Uber takeover bid

Its gross ⁠merchandise value, total value of all goods sold through the marketplace, is now expected to grow 9% to 11% this year, compared with the previous forecast for 8% to 10% growth. Analysts polled by the company had forecast yearly GMV growth of 9.1% to €51.63 billion ($60.17 billion)…

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Uber announces major safety update for teens riding alone

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Goldman Sachs Global Institute co-head: remaking our world for machine intelligence

The irony is that a world redesigned for machines may eventually allow us to recover something more purely human as we are relieved of utilitarian burden.

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Uber to give parents the option to livestream their teens’ ride in latest safety move

The livestream ends when the trip does, with footage inaccessible afterward unless Uber needs to review it as part of a safety investigation

The Independent UK

After Uber, Waymo to launch the EU's first robotaxis in Munich

Google sister company Waymo plans to launch driverless taxi services with robotaxis in Bavaria's capital from next year. In the coming weeks, Waymo cars with drivers will first map the city.

Euronews

London rollout of robotaxis delayed amid lack of guidance for firms to follow

Transport secretary had said fully driverless taxis could start this spring but launch now looks unlikely this year

The Guardian - UK

Should Sell Your Second Car in Retirement?

Shedding an extra vehicle is easier than you think — and it could save you thousands.

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Barstool Sports employee gets into brawl with NYC Uber Eats delivery driver as Dave Portnoy tries to pin the blame on Mamdani

A security guard at Barstool Sports’ New York City headquarters got into a brawl with an Uber Eats delivery driver.

The Independent UK

'A computer should not make decisions on its own': Uber fined $1 billion for using automated systems to suspend 171 drivers

Uber fined €825m ($962m) over using automated systems to ban potentially fraudulent drivers – company plans to appeal.

TechRadar

Tech layoffs 2026: More than 175,000 workers laid off as Apple, Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon, Meta, TikTok, Uber, LinkedIn as dozens of companies cut jobs amid AI boom

Tech layoffs are accelerating in 2026 as big companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon, Meta, Linkedin, TikTok, Visa and dozens of other mega companies have announced slashing of jobs. Here's why AI, restructuring, cost-cutting and changing business priorities are reshaping the technology workforce. More than 175,000 technology workers had…

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Texas Uber driver on his way to pick up passenger sees shirtless man run across street. Then two cops jump into his car: ‘ordering me to do things’

His wife wasn't happy the cops put him in danger.

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App tells stranded New York woman her Lyft ride is just 1 mile away. Then she allegedly checked a nearby Dunkin Donuts: ‘Trying to go to work’

Allegedly, he was on his way. He just needed snacks.

The Times of India

Twitch streamer Kameaisweird’s Uber ride takes unexpected turn after driver recognizes her

Twitch streamer Kameaisweird found herself in a harrowing Uber experience on August 22, 2026, as the driver made transphobic comments and insisted she stop filming. In a moment of defiance, Kamea splashed water at him before making her exit. Viewers quickly began to debate the reality of the situation and…

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Tennessee Uber driver picks up bachelorette party group for brunch, only to become uncomfortable at what he overhears: ‘Cheated on him three times’

“I would like to say I don't know the full situation clearly.”

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A Michigan woman gave birth in the back of an Uber; one year later, the driver returned for the baby's 'One Wild Ride' birthday as her godmother

Braya Ray was in for a big surprise when she hopped into Meghan “Maggie” Whatley’s Uber last year. Not only did Ray, 25, unexpectedly welcome her baby daughter Grace in the backseat of Whatley’s car, but the experience bonded the pair so much that now, one year later, Whatley, 35,…

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“A lot of people might think it was ruined, but I think it’s like 10 times cooler because of that”: King Tuff on his beloved butchered Gibson SG and the world’s most embarrassing Uber journey

The inimitable Kyle Thomas – aka King Tuff – checks in for a confessional interview documenting misadventures with the electric guitar

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Customer places Costco order via Uber, claims driver added items for himself with a rather high ‘adjustment charge.’ Uber’s response? They ‘understand’

The customer claimed they were left to pay for items the Uber driver added to the list.

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68 Pieces Of Good News That Might Make The World Feel A Little Less Gloomy

With all the global conflicts and political noise, positivity can be hard to come by. But some corners of the internet are trying to preserve sanity by sharing the most heartwarming, positive stories from around the world. For example, an incredible 11-year-old recently logged 100 volunteer hours simply reading stories…

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Nevada Opens The Door To Thousands Of Paid Robotaxis, And Tesla Has The Edge

Tesla, Waymo, and Uber got the green light to start charging for robotaxi rides in the county that’s home to Las Vegas.

Fortune

Amazon, Uber, DoorDash, and Walmart are taking the delivery wars to the skies

After years of experiments and setbacks, some of America’s biggest delivery companies are racing to make drones mainstream.

MarketBeat

Tesla's Cybercab Launch Could Reshape Margins for Uber and Lyft

Tesla's planned August Cybercab launch in Austin could pressure ride-hailing economics, with analysts weighing exposure at Uber, Lyft and Tesla amid shifting margin and valuation risks.

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