Quick thinking cabbie saves woman from drowning

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A quick thinking taxi driver saved a womans life after he spotted her drowning in a loch.

Robert Ewing, 57, from Edinburgh, and his fishing partner, 56 year old Ian Dobbie, were fishing in Linlithgow Loch, West Lothian, when they spotted the woman screaming for help as her family looked on helplessly.

The pair grabbed a boat and rowed across to the stricken woman and pulled her aboard, the unamed woman's partner, who had clung to an Orange Buoy, grabbed hold of the stern of the boat and was safely rescued. SK

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Summer group getaway in Crete from £252pp - 7nts hotel, flights, luggage & transfers

Pirates, we have another bargain getaway this summer for you next, head to Crete for a week in the sun this August for under £260 per person. The Greek holiday is based on 4 sharing so grab your squad and get booking. If you would prefer to holiday as a couple you can for the… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Take your squad to Marbella this September from just £186pp - 4nts hotel & flights (2 share from £272pp)

Pirates, grab your squad and head to Marbella this September. We have found this awesome Spanish getaway staying in a great rated and award winning hotel. The holiday is based on 4 sharing but you can change this to suit your needs as this holiday is super flexible. Holiday details Travel duration: 4 nights (longer… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Uber lays off safety drivers in Pittsburgh

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In a move that may raise more than a few eyebrows, Uber have laid of the safety drivers attached to its autonomous vehicles in Pittsburgh.

Around 100 drivers have had their contracts terminated, as Uber re-evaluate its autonomous vehicle strategy.

Uber plans to create 55 new roles within the company, entitled "mission specialists" which will be a position dedicated to autonmous vehicle testing.

Despite the tragic event in Arizona, where 49 year old pedestrian Elaine Herzberg was killed by a self-driving vehicle, Uber are not abandoning autonomous vehicles completely. This is more of a scaling back and re-evaluation of its autonomous ambitions. SK

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Spring 2019 in the Canaries: Stylish 4nts in Tenerife from £355pp incl. flights, hotel & meals

If you're looking ahead for 2019's holiday but aren't willing to commit to 7 nights away yet, then why not make the most of some of the early bird deals that are floating around out there And what better place to plonk yourself than the 4* Iberostar Bouganville Playa Hotel? With an expansive pool and… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Autonomous Mercedes taxis to arrive in 2019

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Autonomous taxis will finally hit the road in 2019, according to Daimler and Bosch.

The pilot scheme will take place in Silicon Valley, offering a free, self driving, ride-share service.

The rides will take place on pre-selected routes, using an adapted version of NVIDIA's, autonomous technology, the vehicle of choice will be a Mercedes. All vehicles will have a safety driver to hand.

Daimler, an investor in MyTaxi as well as Taxify, is also developing software to control its own vehicles.

Both Daimler and Bosch haven't yet announced how many vehicles will take part in the trial, nor given a definitive start date in 2019. SK

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Mega cheap hotel stays in Birmingham from £18pppn - summer dates

Pirates, we have found this hotel in Birmingham offering some bargain rates, even better the rates are cheapest throughout summer. The hotel offers a great location with shops, bars and restaurants near by and the famous Bullring Shopping Centre within walking distance. Offer details 1 night minimum stay Sample dates spanning July - August Example… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Luxe Mykonos holiday from £297pp - 3nts 5* hotel & flights

Ahoy there pirates, luxury awaits you on this holiday we have come across in stunning Mykonos staying in a gorgeous 5* hotel. The holiday in Mykonos is for 3 days but you can choose to stay longer if you wish. Holiday details Travel duration: 3 nights (longer stays possible) Example date: 10th - 13th October… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Viva Las Vegas: Direct Virgin flights from £320 return

Mateys, if you've ever wondered what it's like waking up in Las Vegas then wonder no more as our pirates have found some really decent fares to Sin City on our flights finder that are priced so low, you can win back on the tables in no time. Starting from just £320 return from London,… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Cute wee stay in Edinburgh from £64.50pppn - Aug dates from £79.50ppn

Ahoy Pirates, take a trip this autumn to visit our Scottish cousins in the capital of Edinburgh. Find out why J.K. Rowling felt so inspired by this city for the Harry Potter series or grab some retail therapy and at the end of a hard day, lay your head to rest at the 4* Dunstane… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Ice Ice baby: 3nt Iceland trip in Northern Lights season from £176pp - incl. flights & hotel

November to February is now well-known as Northern Lights season in Iceland, meaning tourists flock to the area during these months and prices undoubtedly rise. Which is why we were pleasantly surprised to still find bargains can be had; like this 3-night trip from as little as £176 per person, based on 2 sharing, including… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Late summer Croatia beach break from £271pp - incl. 7nts aparthotel & flights

It's coming home pirates! So what better way to celebrate than with a beach break in lovely Croatia? Our Holiday Finder is offering 7 nights by the sea in Zadar, a beautiful part of the Dalmatian coast! Flights are included from a selection of UK airports. There are great rates to be had on late-August… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Direct flights to New York from £275rtn with American Airlines/Virgin Atlantic

Pirates, come explore the Big Apple this autumn with these great fares from our Flights Finder. The best options are direct with American Airlines or Virgin Atlantic, and we've added indirect options from other UK cities. Browse below for options between September and November. Find a great place to stay in our Hotel Finder. Flight… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Winter sun: Flights to La Palma, Canary Islands from £39 return

Pirates, fancy escaping the winter and heading to the sunshine, well now you can with these great flights to La Palma. La Palma is one if the Canary Islands that is sometimes forgotten so grab these cheap flights and get exploring. Use our flight finder for all options Flight details Direct flights Departures from London… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Swim in Italy's largest pool from £166pp: 7nt late summer holiday w/flights for 2-3 people

September is the 4th hottest month of the year in Puglia, but prices fall dramatically compared to peak season, making it an ideal time to visit, especially with this excellent value holiday from London or Manchester. A 7-night stay starts from as little as £166 per person, based on 3 sharing (£214 per person if… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

New roadsigns that detect mobile phone use hit UK roads

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New road-signs aimed at shaming drivers using their mobile phones while driving have hit UK roads. The new electronic system can detect a strong signal of radio waves transmitted by the use of a mobile phone, which will activate the sign to light up and make road users aware of the passing culprit. The new system is even able to differentiate between someone who who is using their phone through Bluetooth and those through handheld use. Those who abide by the law and use their Bluetooth system will avoid the digital shaming. The road signs will not have the capability of noting details of offenders for reporting, but the idea is to hopefully deter through public shaming. One big problem with the system is that it can't detect whether or not the mobile signal it is picking up is of the driver or a passenger, which kind of defeats the purpose. The road-signs are currently active in Norfolk and if they seem to be a success will possibly roll out across the U.K. One things for sure, if they make it to London, they are likely to to be illuminated for the majority of the day with ride-hailing apps such as Uber, MyTaxi, Gett and Taxiapp being used in tens of thousands of vehicles throughout the day.

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Winter sun Cyprus getaway from £194pp - 7nts hotel & flights

Ahoy pirates, fancy a bargain getaway to sunny Cyprus, we have just the trip for you. This holiday in Cyprus will see you staying for a week in Protaras with your favourite matey. Holiday details Travel duration: 7 nights (longer or shorter stays possible) Example date: 31/10 - 07/11 Flight + Hotel package from Loveholidays… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

New Uber? Concerns are raised as head of HR resigns following allegations of racial discrimination

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Uber’s head of HR has left the firm after just 18 months after allegations of racial discrimination at the ride-hailing company. Liane Hornsey, Uber’s chief people officer, sent an email to staff announcing her resignation on Tuesday. This followed an internal investigation as anonymous whistleblowers accused the head of HR of systematically dismissing internal complaints of racial discrimination.

This problem has raised eyebrows in the direction of chief executive Dara Khosrowshahi as he looks to change the well documented toxic culture within the firm. Khosrowshahi took over as CEO after Uber was subjected to widespread allegations of gender discrimination and sexual harassment, which led to Kalanick’s resignation.

After the investigation Khosrowshahi praised Hornsey as “incredibly talented, creative, and hard-working” in an email to fellow staff members but failed to give a reason for her sudden departure.

The investigation into Hornsey has caused much embarrassment for the firm who are looking to repair their public image.

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A Tuscan treat: 4nt Italian B&B week from £375pp incl. flights & 4* rustic hotel - Aug departure

Treat yourself to Tuscany with this late August break. If you're not into massive holiday resorts and prefer something peaceful then the 4* Abbadia Sicille is the place for you. Settle down for a week in beautiful surroundings, overlooking the rolling green hills of the Tuscan countryside. Departing in late August you will be getting… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Winter sun in gorgeous Goa from £454pp - incl. 7nts hotel, breakfast, flights & transfers

Pirates, it's never too early to plan your next tropical beach holiday! Using our Package Finder we spotted a week in beautiful Goa, staying at the Lagoa Azul Hotel. As well as enjoying the nearby beach, there is a soothing swimming pool at the property as well as gym and massage parlour. Phew! This package… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT