IJR News — today's news from every sideUber cuts 3,300 jobs to fund AI and self-driving push — Sep 3, 2026Uber announced a 10% global workforce reduction, roughly 3,300 to 3,400 jobs, aimed at simplifying the organization, cutting management layers, and freeing resources for drivers, couriers, merchants, and autonomous driving initiatives. The company will consolidate teams around major hubs in SF and NY and require most employees to work in-office, signaling a broader push into AI and self-driving technology amid industry competition.
Tom Gallagher Cutting drivers' human coworkers to fund the tech that eventually replaces drivers too. Bold strategy.Rachel Meyers Squeezing suppliers 30% while chasing EV losses sounds like a recipe for corner-cutting on quality down the line. 
Rachel Meyers Stock tumbling before the new boss even shows up sets a rough tone. Hope they have a real turnaround plan and not just more price cuts. 
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Drowning prevention gains momentum as WHO launches PROTECT — Jul 23, 2026The World Health Organization unveiled PROTECT, a seven‑pillar technical package to prevent drowning, focusing on safer water infrastructure, rescue and resuscitation, occupational safety, stronger water transport standards, swimming and water safety education, child protection, and flood and emergency preparedness, with Ghana highlighted as the launch site ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day. The plan targets roughly 300,000 drowning deaths annually—predominantly in low‑ and middle‑income countries—and follows a global strategy to cut deaths by a substantial margin by 2035 amid rising climate-related risks, calling for cross‑sector action by governments and partners.
