BELMONT, Calif. & SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Volkswagen Group of America Inc.’s autonomous mobility subsidiary Volkswagen ADMT, LLC, and Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced a strategic partnership to deploy a fleet of thousands of all-electric, fully autonomous ID. Buzz AD vehicles within multiple U.S. markets over the next decade, starting in Los Angeles. Testing is… Continue reading Uber: Volkswagen and Uber Launch Long-Term Strategic Partnership to Deploy Autonomous ID. Buzz Vehicles on the Uber Platform
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Trump Just Set a Tariff on Solar Panels So High That Your Eyebrows May Raise Involuntarily
This is bonkers, even for Trump. Cell Dweller The Trump administration is slapping giant tariffs on Southeast Asian-made solar panels — and the figures are so high, you may straight up gasp. As CNN and other outlets report, the United States is seeking tariffs of up to 3,521 percent — yes, you read that right —… Continue reading Trump Just Set a Tariff on Solar Panels So High That Your Eyebrows May Raise Involuntarily
Passengers Alarmed as Self-Driving Car Kidnaps Them, Refuses to Let Them Exit
Self-driving cars have been given the green light in over 50 countries and 41 US states — but in reality, that doesn’t mean they’re ready to hit the pavement. Take that from Becky Navarro of Austin, Texas, who says she found herself stuck in the middle of an express loop when her self-driving Waymo taxi… Continue reading Passengers Alarmed as Self-Driving Car Kidnaps Them, Refuses to Let Them Exit
Uber customers can now earn Delta SkyMiles from rides or deliveries
Delta SkyMiles members in the United States can now start earning points when they ride with Uber or order delivery through Uber Eats as part of a recently announced exclusive partnership between the two companies. The tie-up with Delta is designed to further align the ride-hail giant with airport travel, which has historically been a… Continue reading Uber customers can now earn Delta SkyMiles from rides or deliveries
Electives Appoints DraftKings’ CPO Linda Aiello to Board Amid Record Quarter
Industry veteran joins modern learning platform reshaping how companies build real skills at scale BOSTON, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Electives, the modern learning platform for lean People teams, is proud to announce the appointment of Linda Aiello, Chief People Officer at DraftKings, to its Board of Directors. Linda’s deep expertise in people operations and… Continue reading Electives Appoints DraftKings’ CPO Linda Aiello to Board Amid Record Quarter
Thunes Expands Direct Global Network with Business Payments Solution
Thunes to provide its Members faster, transparent international business payments, with access to local ACH in over 50 countries and USD wire transfers to over 170 countries. SINGAPORE, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, announces the launch of Thunes Business Payments, a next-generation solution designed to transform… Continue reading Thunes Expands Direct Global Network with Business Payments Solution
US FTC sues Uber over allegedly deceptive practices in subscription service
Google and Meta have also faced monopoly allegations. US District Judge Leonie Brinkema ruled that Google engaged in anticompetitive behaviour to secure monopoly power in the open-web display ad server market. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against Uber, accusing the company of “deceptive billing and cancellation practices” related to its Uber… Continue reading US FTC sues Uber over allegedly deceptive practices in subscription service
Feds accuse Uber of charging customers for subscriptions without consent
The Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit Monday against Uber, alleging the ride-hail and delivery giant charged customers for its Uber One subscription service without their consent. The lawsuit also claims Uber failed to deliver the savings promised in its subscription service and made it unreasonably difficult for users to cancel despite its “cancel anytime”… Continue reading Feds accuse Uber of charging customers for subscriptions without consent
Katy Perry Now Feeling Regrets Over Jeff Bezos Rocket Ride
By many accounts, pop star Katy Perry’s frivolous PR stunt to ride Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket to the edge of space backfired in spectacular fashion. Perry, who rode the company’s New Shepard rocket to the outer reaches of the Earth’s atmosphere last week alongside several other zillionaires, received major blowback from the public. The singer… Continue reading Katy Perry Now Feeling Regrets Over Jeff Bezos Rocket Ride
The Best Shapewear (2025): Bodysuits, Briefs, and More
I usually wear a 10 or 12 pant size, and during my initial testing period I gained muscle and lost weight. I wore every piece at least twice, both around the house and out and about running errands or attending events. I made sure to bend over, stretch, squat, use the bathroom, sit down, walk… Continue reading The Best Shapewear (2025): Bodysuits, Briefs, and More