See Prague's Christmas Markets: 2nt break from £72pp - incl. 4* hotel, breakfast & flights

It's never too early to plot a festive getaway pirates, especially with the solid gold bargains from our Flight & Hotels Tool. Prague is one of Europe's prettiest cities at the best of times, and it gets an extra magical aura during Christmas Markets season. Prague's Christmas Markets run this year from December 1st to… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Uber driver dies after fighting with passenger in America

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An Uber driver has died following a physical altercation with a male passenger in Louisville Kentucky.

According to a report in the Daily Mail, father of three, Michael Williams got into a heated dispute with a passenger over the cost of a fare.

The argument soon turned into a full blown fight. Police rushed to the incident which took place outside the Courtyard Marriot Hotel on Saturday , 4, where they found William's unresponsive.

(Louisville Police Department)

William's was rushed to hospital where he died a few days later.

An autopsy is underway to determine the exact cause of death.

William's was carrying six passenger's on this trip, none of whom have been arrested. Police are waiting for the autopsy report to determine if any charges will be filed.

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Budget-friendly Barcelona weekend trip from £133pp: Flights & 2nts hotel w/rooftop hot tub

November and December are when budget savvy pirates hit up Barcelona. Sure it's colder but prices can be up to half of what you'd spend at other times of the year. Take this 2-night weekend break for example; you can get return flights from the UK to Barcelona's main airport for well under £60. Combine… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Can we tempt you with Tallinn? Return flights to Estonia from £36

So you've been to Bruges, eaten at patisseries in Paris and and fallen in love with Lisbon. So why not try a new European destination? Get a taste of something different in Tallinn. The Estonian capital is under 3 hours flight away from the UK yet the historical town is missed off of a lot… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Knowledge of London student applications rise following advertising campaign

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An increase in students applying to become London taxi drivers has been attributed to a recent PR campaign according to one of the industry’s biggest Knowledge schools.

The capital’s taxi trade has received the welcome boost off of the back of a recent advertising campaign run by London Taxi PR promoting the Knowledge of London. The campaigns aim is to show ‘The Knowledge’ as inclusive and open to all, regardless of gender, religion or ethnicity.

Concerns had been raised about the world reknowned course as numbers started to dwindle. Now, full house attendance at student beginner classes are being reported in only a matter of weeks since the campaign went live.

Dean Warrington, who has been running Wizann Knowledge School since 1996, said via Twitter “Who said advertising doesn’t work? As soon as London Taxi PR start their campaign we see an influx of women starting The Knowledge with 4 women in our beginners seminar today!”

London Taxi PR have teamed up with 8 outdoor media who will provided 29 large format digital billboards across Central London. The campaign which will run for a month, features London Taxi drivers of all genders and ethnic origin, which reflect the current diversity within the trade, with the headline “I did it, so can you”.

All images used in the PR campaign have been provided by Terry Gibbins, a passionate and proud London Taxi driver and Photographer, who has been photographing drivers for several months. A spokesperson from London Taxi PR said: “The aim of the campaign is to encourage more people to sign up to do ‘The Knowledge’ and become a London Taxi driver. We believe the job offers great opportunities for all who are prepared to put in the work and meet the high standards required of the profession to be a licensed London Taxi driver.” All of London Taxi PR’s campaigns and publicity has so far been been funded by fellow London Taxi drivers, many of whom have signed up to donate to the cause on a monthly basis, indicating how passionate they all are about their industry and the cause.

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New Year New York: See Manhattan in 2019 from £492pp - incl. 4nts Times Square hotel & flights

Move over 2018 because this early bird New York deal is ALL about 2019. Grab your thermals (it gets pretty cold in Manhattan in January and February) and book early on our holidays finder to save a packet on a trip to Manhattan. This deal includes direct flights and 4 nights in a 4* Times… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Super chic Kos: 4nts B&B from £383pp incl. flights & 5* beach hotel - private pool upgrades avail

Treat yourself to a little bit of the 5* lifestyle this October Pirates. If you suffer from the post summer blues, a 4 night mini break to the adults only resort of Lango Design Hotel & Spa on the Greek island of Kos. This stunning accommodation is in the perfect location, right next to the… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Rustic glamping: Wooden chalet stay in the Scottish woods from £42.50pppn - summer 2019 dates

Ditch the gadgets and turn off those phone Pirates, because we have found this adorable glamping chalet in the middle of the Scottish wilderness that is perfect fro those of you who wish to get away from it all. Arda glamping consists of a handmade wooden cabin that takes you back to basics, allowing you… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Caribbean dreamin': 14nts all inclusive in Dom Rep from £769pp incl. flights, 4* hotel & more

Extend your summer Pirates with a trip to the Caribbean, but why go for a week when for a little more you can jet of for 14 whole nights? Thanks to a cheeky discount code, you can enjoy 2 weeks in the 4* Gran Ventana Beach Resort. Sat right on the beach, you will be… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Transgender Uber drivers unable to log-on due to facial recognition software issues

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In a bizarre case of computer says "no", a transgender Uber driver, was unable to log on to the app after the facial recognition software failed.

In the United States, Uber drivers are required to take the occasional selfie for the app, as a security measure. This subsequently caused a problem for Janey Webb as facial features had altered due to the transitioning process. As a result Janey was unable to log onto the app.

It is alleged that the software involved with facial recognition struggles not only to identify those who are transgender, but also those who are from different ethnic and racial backgrounds.

This software has caused some concern due to its use, not only by Uber, but also the police in both Florida and Oregon.

The number of drivers affected by the problems surrounding the software are relatively few, but there are concerns over civil rights and the software's inability to distinguish between the many facial differences.

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Bella Ciao! Rome flights from £35rtn

Ciao pirates! It's time to visit the land of pizza, pasta and pastrami with these bargain flights to Rome from our Flights Finder! We've been eyeing up all sorts of autumn dates for a city break - a great option for avoiding the crowds and sweltering heat of the summer! Flight Details Flights from London… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Fab fortnight in 5* Turkey from £485pp: 14nts all inclusive in Autumn - incl. flights

Pirates, get a bit of 5* luxury in your life with this brilliant All Inclusive holiday to Didim in Turkey; 14 nights in September starts from just £485 per person, based on 2 sharing. Direct flights and accommodation for 2 weeks is included in the price plus it's easy to add transfers, car hire or… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Eurostar Christmas dates launched: Paris, Brussels, Bruges & Lille from £29 each way

Mateys! Eurostar has released seats to Paris, Brussels, Bruges and Lille for the Christmas and New Years season, with tickets starting from just £29 each way. Trains are (mostly) direct from London St. Pancras International station, and with prices this good, the hardest decision you'll have to make is which Christmas markets to visit! However,… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Uber and Lyft beat Miami Taxis in federal court

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Uber and Lyft have received a boost this week after the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in their favour against taxi proprietors in Miami-Dade County.

The court unanimously ruled that taxi owners and operators have no right to block ride hailing firms from operating in the region.

There are around 2100 taxi medallion owners in the Miami-dade area which service 2.7 million people, at one point these medallions were worth in excess of $400,000, they are now worth around $35,000 since the legalisation of ride hailing apps.

Since Ubers arrival the ride sharing market exceeds the taxi market by around five to one, and according to The Miami Herald the drink-drive figures in the area have plummeted by 65%.

Ride-hailing apps in Miami-Dade were legalised in 2016, which has caused a massive drop in the value of taxi medallions. This prompted the three main cab companies in the region to initiate a legal action against the county's regulatory body asking for the industry to be bailed out, this action subsequently failed.

The case itself revolved around the fifth ammendment, with the taxi industry arguing that deregulation was unconstitutional and asking for a compensation package of around $1 billion.

Forbes reported that Judge Stanley Marcus, threw out the claim on the grounds that the medallion gave the owners the right to operate a taxi, but not to exclude competition from the marketplace.

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7nts in the Canaries in October from £189pp incl. flights & hotel - solo from £285

If you find yourself itching for a cheapy 7 night getaway to the post season sun then why not snap up this week in Tenerife that comes in at less than £200pp Head out to the Canary Islands this October where the temperatures are still in the low to mid 20s - certainly better than… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Late season: All Inclusive Croatia holiday 7nts from £295pp - incl. flights & hotel

Ahoy mateys! Looking to bag a cheap All Inclusive holiday this autumn? Well then we think this one could do. You'll be staying at the small and friendly Holiday Village Sagitta a short bus ride from the small Central Dalmatian town of Omis. Here you'll be staying right by the beach with a pool at… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Fights break out between Uber drivers and Turkish security in Istanbul

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Fights broke out Thursday 9, between Istanbul security officers and Uber drivers who were protesting to get their vehicles back after they were seized by authorities.

Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim effectively put an end to Uber in Turkey when he announced a ruling that would render Uber driver's licenses insufficient.

Since the demise of Uber in Turkey, many drivers have seen their vehicles seized by authorities, and today a group of former Uber drivers decided to protest in hope of having their vehicles returned.

According to a report in the Hurriyat Daily News, the protest was organised on social media, with former uber drivers first going to the police center in Istanbul’s Bakırköy neighborhood to demand the return of their cars.

Arguments started with police officers who did not let them enter the center, before they moved their protest to the municipality headquarters in the Fatih district.

It wasn't long before fights broke out between security officers who refused them access to their vehicles.

It's not yet clear if any arrests were made or any reports of injuries.

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All inclusive Mexico beach bargain from £660pp - incl. 7nts resort, flights, bags & transfers

Pirates, treat yourselves to a late summer getaway with this all inclusive break to the beautiful beaches of Mexico! Our Package Finder is offering 7 nights at the 4* Riu Vallarta Hotel, along with direct flights, luggage, transfers and ATOL protection. The cheapest time to go is mid-September. There can be some sporadic rain this… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

5* Sicily luxury break 3nts from £268pp - incl. flights, top-hotel w. Clarins spa & breakfast

Ahoy mateys! Next up we've spotted this gorgeous Sicily getaway placing you on the west of the island close to some of the island’s finest beaches. You will be staying regally at the refined (and top-rated) 5* Giardino di Costanza situated in a tranquil haven of palm trees and fountains, all surrounded by olive groves… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Dazzling Dubai 5* family break 5nts from £689pp - incl. Half-board Dine Around, flights & more

Ahoy mateys! Next up we've got a once in a lifetime Dubai holiday in store for you you'll be staying at the luxurious, Travellers' Choice awarded 5* Jumeirah Mina A'Salam right on the private beach with a whole host of freebies for you and your family, such as Wild Wadi Waterpark tickets. But best… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT