Five food delivery riders were injured in Paphos after a dispute over payment for a food order escalated into a brawl. One rider was also robbed of cash and his mobile phone, prompting a police investigation.
A food delivery rider has won China's top literary prize for a poem that reflects on the lives of gig workers. The award highlights recognition for unconventional voices in literature.
Food delivery riders in Bologna, Milan, and Florence are striking to demand better safety protections and higher wages, with further action planned in Piedmont.
A 20-year-old Chinese food delivery rider, Jin Xiaowu, died heroically while rescuing drowning strangers, prompting his company to fulfill his final wish of buying his father a car.
A 19-year-old student in central China is working over 10 hours daily as a food delivery rider and living under a bridge with his dog to save money for his tuition fees, prompting local residents to offer aid.
A food delivery rider in Karachi, Pakistan, exemplifies the struggle faced by many as his fuel bill significantly increased following a spike in oil prices in March 2026, highlighting the economic impact on daily life.
A group of food delivery riders in the Philippines has asked the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to clarify its cash assistance distribution process, fearing many riders may not receive benefits.
A 22-year-old food delivery rider was robbed and beaten by a group of five or six youths on a Limassol street in Cyprus. Police are investigating the incident.
Food delivery riders are voicing concerns over reduced competition due to Deliveroo's impending exit, while most F&B businesses say the impact will be minimal due to low order volumes from the platform.
A food delivery rider in eastern China has been awarded one of the country's most prestigious literary honors for a collection of poems about his fellow couriers, stating he intends to continue his delivery job.
A food delivery rider winning China's highest literary award highlights a growing trend of writing by laborers, with hundreds of millions of workers contributing to modern China now finding their voice in poetry.
A food delivery driver in China has won the country's most prestigious literary award for his poetry, which often describes his challenging working conditions. Despite the recognition, he plans to continue his job as a delivery driver.
A 23-year-old food delivery rider was robbed and beaten in Limassol, Cyprus, when he was approached by three individuals while riding his motorcycle in the Kato Polemidia area.
A 20-year-old food delivery rider in southwestern China tragically lost his life while rescuing a father and son who had fallen into a river. He died unfulfilling his dream of buying a car for his father.
A food delivery rider in Limassol, Cyprus, was attacked and robbed by three individuals riding a scooter. The incident involved the assailants assaulting the rider before taking their belongings.
Food delivery riders across Italy protested on March 14, denouncing exploitation, long hours (7-10 hours daily), and low pay (2-4 euros per delivery) in a national mobilization organized by the Cgil union.
KARACHI: A food delivery rider lost his life after a speeding vehicle flipped over and crashed into his stationary motorcycle in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority (DHA) area, according to police.
The video of the incident that took place on Sunday was widely shared on social media.
South Deputy Inspector General (DIG) told Dawn that the food delivery rider was on his motorcycle outside a bungalow in DHA’s phase IV when a speeding car turned over and crashed into his vehicle.
“Both the rider...
After a serious road accident ended his career as a food delivery rider, Ajit Kumar, who cycled up to 100 km daily, transitioned to become a successful entrepreneur.
Wang Jibing, a food delivery rider, has won China's top literary prize, highlighting the growing recognition for literary works by blue-collar Chinese workers.
A 28-year-old food delivery rider reported being punched in the face while delivering an order in Petaling Jaya, prompting a police investigation into the assault.
A 19-year-old Chinese student, who lived under a bridge with his pet dog while working as a food delivery rider to afford tuition and daily expenses, has received widespread public support to attend college.