Uber will require all drivers to wear face masks in the wake of the coronavirus crisis

Uber will require all drivers and riders to wear face masks in the wake of the coronavirus crisis and is developing technology to ensure they are obeying the rules Uber reportedly approved the feature last week to ensure masks are worn  It will force both drivers and passengers to verify they are covering their mouths It is expected … Read more

Sam Thompson EXCLUSIVE: Made In Chelsea star ‘felt like he’d CHEATED’ on Zara McDermott

The meeting of Sam Thompson’s ex-girlfriend Tiffany Watson and new love Zara McDermott has been the cause of much strife during the current series of Made In Chelsea. And ahead of Monday night’s season finale, Sam has revealed how an innocent carpool between him and Tiff causes yet more tears for Zara. ‘Basically me and … Read more

Ricky Gervais says social media breeds ‘uber narcissism’

Ricky Gervais says social media breeds ‘uber narcissism’ and is fooling an entire generation that getting Instagram likes makes their lives worthwhile Ricky Gervais made the comments on Fearne Cotton’s ‘Happy Place’ podcast  He urged followers not to be downhearted by seemingly perfect influence lives  Gervais told Fearne: ‘You know what, everyone just do what … Read more

Ricky Gervais says social media breeds ‘uber narcissism’

Ricky Gervais says social media breeds ‘uber narcissism’ and is fooling an entire generation that getting Instagram likes makes their lives worthwhile Ricky Gervais made the comments on Fearne Cotton’s ‘Happy Place’ podcast  He urged followers not to be downhearted by seemingly perfect influence lives  Gervais told Fearne: ‘You know what, everyone just do what … Read more

Uber revives product delivery service that drops off goods from stores to customers in lockdown

Uber is reviving its product delivery service that drops off goods from stores to customers in lockdown and lets users send items to people in the same area Uber has rolled out two new services called Direct and Connect Direct will deliver goods from stores to customers ASAP Connect allows users to send items to … Read more

Study links ride-hailing trips by Uber and Lyft to greater risk of vehicle and pedestrian accidents

Study links increase in ride-hailing trips from apps like Uber and Lyft to greater risk of accidents involving vehicles and people  More ride-hailing trips may equate to an increased risk of accidents A study collected data from 370 million trips in New York City They found for every 100 ride-hailing pickups per hour accident risk … Read more

Ride-hailing apps lead to more crashes involving motorists and pedestrians

Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft cause a spike in the number of crashes between cars and pedestrians at over-crowded pick-up locations Cities with ride-hailing apps see a decline in number of alcohol-related cases  But overall number of collisions has remained roughly the same, scientists say  Study revealed a spike in motorist-pedestrian collisions at pick-up locations   By … Read more

Uber Eats will add donate button for supporting restaurants struggling during coronavirus shutdowns

Uber Eats will add a donate button that allows users to support local restaurants struggling to stay afloat during coronavirus shutdowns Uber Eats is giving users an option to donate money to struggling restaurants The company will add a button to its delivery app Users will be able to donate directly to their restaurant of … Read more