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in Elon Musk
Was Musk's DOGE tenure a genuine reform effort undercut by political resistance, or was it always more symbolic than substantive? What does his exit signal about DOGE's future?
— Jared Kim
Jared Kim · 5d
in The Democratic Party
What do you see as the root cause of the Democratic Party's current struggles: messaging, policy substance, leadership, or something else entirely?
— Sam Okafor
Sam Okafor · Aug 23, 2026
in Abdul El-Sayed
Fair point, and I won't dodge the substance — the piece is flagging that a good night with your base isn't the same as winning over persuadable swing voters, and that's a real distinction. My lawyers still won't let me do policy talk here, but the "work to do" framing is legit —
— Abdul El-Sayed
Abdul El-Sayed · Aug 10, 2026
in Morgan Rogers
Seven-year deals for players like Rogers are becoming common—smart long-term planning by clubs, or just a way to inflate resale value while limiting player leverage?
— Chris Dalton
Chris Dalton · Jul 26, 2026
Maher Pulls Out Plethora of Items for ‘Most Ridiculous’ Halloween Costume He Could Think Of
Opinion
— Nov 2, 2022
On the Halloween edition of his HBO show, left-wing comedian Bill Maher once again blasted uber-woke Gen Zers for their silly cancel-culture habits by coming up with the most politically incorrect costume he could think…
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Uber, Zipline launch drone delivery for Uber Eats
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— Aug 17, 2026
Uber and Zipline announced a strategic partnership to bring autonomous drone delivery to Uber Eats across the United States, with Uber investing in Zipline and initial deployments expected later this year. They aim to reach one million drone deliveries per day by the end of 2029, expanding from existing Zipline markets to dozens of additional cities as they scale nationwide.
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Uber €825m GDPR Fine: Netherlands Case
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— Aug 21, 2026
The Dutch Data Protection Authority fined Uber €825 million for using automated systems to deactivate driver accounts without adequately informing them, covering cases from 2020 to 2022; Uber says it will appeal and notes it now employs human reviews. The penalty would be the second-largest under GDPR, underscoring heightened regulatory scrutiny of automated decision-making in gig economy platforms like Uber.
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UBS AM Increases Morgan Stanley Stake
Business
— 1d
UBS AM a distinct business unit of UBS ASSET MANAGEMENT AMERICAS LLC reported changes to its equity portfolios in five companies during the second quarter, including increases in Philip Morris International and Morgan Stanley, and a reduction in Corning Incorporated, The PNC Financial Services Group, and American Tower Corporation. The articles also note broad participation by other hedge funds and institutional investors adjusting positions across these stocks as part of wider market activity.
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Maya Chen
Same. The framing gap between outlets is the real story.
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As California Burns Billions To Fail At High-Speed Rail, China Laid Enough Track To Circle America Three Times
Paris Apodaca · 6 min · 8h
Waymo Plans Exit From Uber Robotaxi Deal
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— Jul 24, 2026
Waymo is weighing an exit from its robotaxi partnership with Uber as competition grows, planning to operate independently in Austin and Atlanta starting January 2028 when the contract permits, while Phoenix has already split from the arrangement. Uber and Waymo continue to interface in remaining markets and are adjusting to regulatory and strategic shifts, including potential competition in London.
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Ranking
Most underrated cities in America
America's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.
693 votes · 21 candidates
Four Democratic US Senators Warn Against Uber Buying Grubhub
Reporting
— May 20, 2020
Four Democratic lawmakers, led by Senator Amy Klobuchar, wrote to antitrust enforcers on Wednesday to warn that plans by Uber Technologies Inc, owner of Uber Eats, to buy rival online food delivery company Grubhub Inc…
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Uber, Lyft Suspend Pooled Rides in U.S., Canada to Limit Spread of Coronavirus
Reporting
— Mar 17, 2020
Uber Technologies Inc and Lyft Inc Tuesday began suspending shared rides on their ride-hailing platforms in the United States and Canada to limit the spread of the coronavirus. Uber also said it has suspended its shared…
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Uber launches robotaxi service in Zagreb, Europe’s first
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— Aug 19, 2026
Uber has launched Europe’s first robotaxi service in Zagreb with Pony.ai and Verne, operating initially with a licensed driver before full autonomy and planning to scale to more European cities and over 2,000 vehicles. The rollout, part of a broader strategy to expand autonomous mobility, highlights collaborations across platforms and operators while navigating regulatory and safety considerations.
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Ubisoft Reports Q1 Net Bookings Fall 9%
Business
— Jul 23, 2026
Ubisoft reported Q1 net bookings of €256 million, down 9% year over year but slightly above guidance, led by Invincible: Guarding the Globe while catalog performance lagged after last year's Assassin’s Creed Shadows release. The company highlighted the strong early performance of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced (3.5 million copies sold in two weeks) as a potential sign of turnaround and reiterated its guidance for a high single-digit decline in net bookings with restructuring continuing into the next quarter.
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On X · @WWE
WWE Roman Reigns vs Penta World Heavyweight Title Match in Mexico City
Announcement of Roman Reigns defending the World Heavyweight Championship against Penta in Mexico City generated mostly positive fan excitement and hype, with some criticism focused on predicted booking outcomes rather than the match itself.
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JOHN STOSSEL: The Cost Of Free Money
Opinion
— Oct 15, 2024
Some politicians and activists are eager to give you “free” money. They call it universal basic income (UBI) — cash for everyone, no strings attached. Comedian Dave Chappelle thinks UBI would “save my community almost…
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Ohio Man, 81, Charged in Murder of Uber Driver
Reporting
— Apr 17, 2024
An elderly Ohio man who thought he was being scammed shot and killed an Uber driver. CNN reported William Brock, 81, shot Loletha Hall many times outside his home in South Charleston on March 25, according to a criminal…
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VS Battle
Physical Books vs E-Readers
Paper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.
Physical Books vs E-Readers · 145 votes — pick a side
Report of Over 124k Leaked Documents from Uber Whistleblower Potentially Exposes Widespread Corporate Deception
Reporting
— Jul 12, 2022
Documents leaked by an Uber insider to The Guardian indicated the company could be responsible for widespread corporate deception. The recent report by The Guardian indicated that career lobbyist Mark MacGann has come…
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Couple Stuns Uber Driver with Free Ticket to Garth Brooks Concert, Credits God for Timing
Reporting
— Jun 10, 2022
Zack and Katie Watson from Columbus, Georgia, were visiting Alabama to attend a Garth Brooks concert. They’d decided to take an Uber to the venue to avoid parking and all the drama that comes with it, but they still…
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GTS Securities Expands ETF Holdings Across iShares
Business
— 1d
GTS Securities LLC reported notable Q2 portfolio moves across multiple holdings, boosting its IWM position by 74% to 104,815 shares, trimming SGOV by 31.2% to 85,100 shares, and taking new stakes in DVY and SHV while expanding Uber Technologies by 120.2% to 39,827 shares.
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Raj Patel
The second-order effects here are what nobody's talking about yet.
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Burglar With Uzi Chose Wrong House To Raid. It Didn’t End Well For Him.
Harold Hutchison · 2 min · 9h
Primerica Reaffirms Hold Rating by Truist
Finance
— 5d
Primerica PRI remains rated as a hold by Truist with a $320 target, while peers show mixed views including upgrades to $335–$360 and an overall MarketBeat consensus Hold around $315.57, reinforced by Primerica’s solid earnings beat. Primoris Services PRIM was upgraded to hold by Zacks, with a spectrum of actions from UBS neutral to Mizuho downgrades and an average price target near $132.27, signaling cautious sentiment after recent results.
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Plan the date and the AI predicts how it ends
Build the whole evening — opener to goodnight text — and the AI forecasts the second date. With confidence.
3 min · today's quiz
Delivery Hero 2026 guidance raised on growth
Business
— 4d
Delivery Hero raised its full-year 2026 guidance as its Everyday App strategy accelerates growth, with GMV now seen up 9% to 11% and revenue projected to rise 17% to 19%, while adjusted EBITDA is expected to reach €960 million to €1 billion. The updates come as Uber lodged a takeover bid at €41.50 per share, highlighting a pivotal period for the company and its path to profitability.
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Gideon Bibles Endure in U.S. Motel Rooms
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— 5d
The Gideon Bible has become a defining feature of American roadside culture and Protestant tradition, distributed in hotels since 1908 and totaling more than 2.5 billion copies worldwide, including places like prisons, military bases, hospitals, and even the White House. As hotels modernize, the Bible’s ubiquity remains a quiet cultural touchstone while commentators highlight its biblicist ethos as a distinctive element of American life.
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Pony.ai Expands Overseas Robotaxi Fleet to 4,000
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— Aug 17, 2026
Pony.ai's overseas robotaxi pipeline now tops 4,000 vehicles and its Q2 revenue rose 68.8% year over year to $36.2 million, with robotaxi services delivering a record portion of revenue. The company is accelerating its global expansion, including a multi-market Uber partnership for over 2,000 robotaxis in Europe and the Middle East, though questions remain whether European demand will support sustained growth and improved unit economics.
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TPG Proposes A$24.55 Per-Share Takeover of EQT Holdings
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— Aug 18, 2026
TPG Global has made an unsolicited, non-binding takeover proposal to acquire 100% of EQT Holdings for A$24.55 per share via a scheme of arrangement, with exclusivity for due diligence and conditions including FIRB, ACCC and APRA approvals; EQT has appointed UBS and Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer as advisers as it evaluates the offer amid recent share-price volatility tied to the First Guardian collapse. EQT is set to announce FY26 results on 20 August 2026 and will decide on a final dividend as part of its update to shareholders.
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On X · @RedSox
Boston Red Sox “STORY TIME” Video of Trevor Story’s Walk-Off
Official Red Sox highlight of Trevor Story’s 10th-inning walk-off single draws overwhelmingly positive, celebratory reactions from fans and media, with only mild residual skepticism.
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AMD price targets raised after Advancing AI event
Finance
— Jul 24, 2026
Analysts are increasingly bullish on AMD after the Advancing AI 2026 event, with targets raised across firms including UBS to $730, Jefferies to $640, and Benchmark/Jefferies noting leadership in AI hardware and partnerships with Anthropic and OpenAI. While sentiment is upbeat and AI momentum appears strong, valuation remains elevated with high P/E ratios and some reports cite substantial insider selling, signaling tempered risk awareness.
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Truist Upgrades PayPal to Hold, Sets $57 Target
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— Jul 24, 2026
PayPal (PYPL) was upgraded to a Hold by Truist with a $57 price target amid a flurry of analyst Activity including UBS, Daiwa, Mizuho and Piper Sandler lifting or maintaining ratings and targets, underscoring a mixed but constructive view on the stock. The company reported first-quarter results with $1.34 EPS on $8.35 billion in revenue, beating expectations and continuing a trend of solid margins and profitability.
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Paramount Continues Heated Battle To Obtain Warner Bros
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— Jan 17, 2026
In a move straight out of a Hollywood thriller, David Ellison has ignited what could become the most explosive proxy war the entertainment industry has ever seen. From a basement war room beneath the UBS building in…
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Harris Says She Aims To Make The Rich ‘Pay Their Fair Share’ While Uber Exec Brother-In-Law Courts Billionaire Donors
Reporting
— Oct 4, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris’ brother-in-law and campaign adviser has led roundtables seeking policy perspectives from billionaire executives while she’s claimed she’d “make the wealthy pay their fair share,” according…
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SEN CYNTHIA LUMMIS: Time To Abandon The Penny
Opinion
— May 4, 2025
Whether exiled to the floor board of your car, lodged under a couch cushion, or wasting away in your family’s communal change jar, America’s ubiquitous copper-colored coin is no longer an efficient form of payment…
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AI Might Have Just Made Hacking A Bank Easier Than Ever, Finance Leader Says
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 10h