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Delivery Rider Wang Jibing Wins Lu Xun Literary Prize

The award signals growing mainstream recognition of blue‑collar gig‑economy voices in Chinese literature.

D.C. Council Hears Clash Over Robotaxi Rules as Uber Pushes Hybrid Platform Model

Texas and Walmart Reach $13.3 Million Settlement Over Spark Driver Pay Claims

Brazil Launches Move Brasil Credit Line to Help Delivery Workers Buy Motorcycles

Brazil Plans Move Motos Credit Line for App Delivery Riders

Brazil Authorizes R$30 Billion Credit Line to Help Taxi and App Drivers Buy New Vehicles

Indian Factory Workers Wear Head-Mounted Cameras to Collect Data for Robot Training

Gig Workers Call 5-Hour Nationwide Log-Out Today Over Fuel Price Hike

Mexico Platform Drivers Stage Two-Hour App Disconnect in Global Day of Action

Argentina’s Delivery Apps Grow As Buying Power Drops 12%

Gig Workers’ Union Urges Legal Heatwave Safeguards Under India’s Social Security Code

Uber Eats and Deliveroo Face Human Trafficking Complaint in France

OCC Moves to Preempt Illinois Law Banning Swipe Fees on Taxes and Tips

Maharashtra Orders Midday Halt and Shifted Hours for Outdoor Work During Heat Alerts

Uber Adds Temporary 5¢-Per-Kilometre Fuel Surcharge in Australia

New York City Inaugurates First Deliverista Hub at City Hall Park

Waymo Halts NYC Robotaxi Trials After Permits Expire

Telangana Passes Law to Register Gig Workers and Fund Welfare With 1–2% App Levy

Médecins du Monde Report Finds Extreme Hours, Low Pay and Health Risks for France’s App Couriers

Delhi Budget Creates Gig Workers Welfare Board, Plans Rest Hubs at Atal Canteens