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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Daily Mail
Uber driver allegedly kicks woman to the ground during collection in Perth: 'I was terrified'
Distressing footage has surfaced of a rideshare driver appearing to kick a female supermarket worker to the ground, prompting calls for stronger worker protections. The woman, aged in her 20s, was left 'terrified' by the incident, which unfolded in the carpark of a Coles supermarket in Inglewood, in Perth 's inner-city, on Tuesday last week. CCTV footage obtained by ABC News captured the moment the man appeared to walk past her nonchalantly before allegedly kicking her to the ground. She remained on the asphalt for a few moments before the man appeared to chase her out of view of the camera. Police allege the rideshare driver, a 27-year-old man from Beckenham, made verbal threats against the worker before physically assaulting her and driving away. He was charged with assaulting a retail worker who was performing their duties and making a threat to unlawfully do an act. The worker, who did not wish to be named, told the broadcaster the man kicked her after she asked him to separate the delivery orders. 'I was so scared, like, terrified,' she said. She said her employer contacted the rideshare platform and asked them to ban the 27-year-old from driving for them until an investigation into the incident was concluded. Her mother described the incident as 'shocking' and said it posed 'a real concern' for female safety. 'To be in that situation was quite clearly terrifying,' she said. She also raised concerns about information sharing between rideshare platforms, asking whether the driver in question could feasibly work for another service. It cast doubts on recent efforts to crack down on retail worker violence across the state, including a new 'assault retail worker' offence imposed in WA in July last year. Since, then 329 people have been charged with the new offence which increased the maximum penalty to seven years imprisonment, or three years and a fine of $36,000. 'Just like other Western Australians, retail workers have every right to feel safe in their workplace,' Police Minister Paul Papalia said at the time. 'These tougher penalties send a strong message that violent behaviour towards staff simply doing their job won't be tolerated.' The 27-year-old man is due to appear in Perth Magistrates Court next month.
ABC News
2 days ago
- ABC News
A ride-share driver has been charged with assault over this car park incident
A ride-share driver who allegedly kicked a Perth retail worker to the ground in an Inglewood carpark, has been charged with assault and making threats.
CTV News
3 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Flames, smoke cause significant damage to Inglewood home; two animals die in fire
Two pets died, but four people escaped a house fire in Inglewood on Tuesday afternoon. Two pets died, but four people escaped a house fire in Inglewood on Tuesday afternoon. Smoke was billowing from the home when firefighters arrived at New Place S.E. around 2:30 p.m. Four people escaped the home, but two cats and a snake were missing. Only one cat was later found alive. Investigators say the fire started in the basement and that damage to the home is significant. The cause is not yet known. It's also not yet known whether there were working smoke alarms in the house.
Forbes
4 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Intuit Expands IDEAS Program To 9 Cities, Adds Veterans-Only Cohort
LAUL and Intuit IDEAS graduates check presentation and celebration on March 21, 2025 at the Intuit ... More Dome in Inglewood, CA. The program is set to start again and is expanded to 9 cities across the U.S. Intuit is expanding the IDEAS (Invest, Develop, Empower, Accelerate, Scale) business accelerator program to nine metropolitan areas across the United States. A new nationwide cohort will also support military veterans and their spouses with targeted entrepreneurial resources. What Is The Intuit IDEAS Program? Intuit IDEAS is a comprehensive 12-month accelerator program to equip small business owners with the digital infrastructure, financial literacy, and leadership skills needed to compete and scale up their ventures in today's economy. At its core is Intuit's platform –QuickBooks, TurboTax, MailChimp, and Credit Karma –which participants gain full access to during the program. They will also have access to experts who will help them grow their small businesses through support with aspects like business compliance, back-office bookkeeping, tax preparation, and email marketing. Intuit also partnered with the National Urban League to provide culturally competent business coaching and with Zella Life to offer personalized executive mentorship. 'The success and impact of Intuit IDEAS is undeniable,' said Marc H. Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League, in a press release. 'By combining Intuit's products and services with the National Urban League's 115 years of experience supporting and coaching small business owners, the possibilities for us together to make a real difference are endless.' At the end of the 12-month program, participants will also receive $5,000 to help them further scale up their businesses. In it's inaugural year, Intuit reports that participants experienced an average of 23% revenue growth and reclaimed up to 16.5 hours per month through improved workflows and automation. Expanding The Program's Reach The IDEAS program was piloted Los Angeles, then first expanded to Atlanta and Philadelphia. Because of its success, Intuit announced a further expansion of the IDEAS program, extending its scope to six more areas: Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, New Orleans, New York City, and San Diego. This marks a major commitment to economic inclusion and small business development nationwide. 'We created this program, and continue to invest in it, because it is an incredible example of our mission and platform coming to life and a proven model of what a small business owner can achieve when they have products, services, and support they need not only to survive but to thrive,' said David Graham, Senior Vice President of Customer Services at Intuit in the same press release. As a result of this expansion, the IDEAS program will be able to serve up to 250 small business owners nationwide. A Dedicated Cohort For Military Veterans Another noteworthy addition to the program is the introduction of a cohort exclusively for military veterans and their spouses. This signals a broader commitment to inclusive entrepreneurship and an effort to not just honor the service of veterans but their potential as economic contributors. 'Veterans have shown incredible leadership and sacrifice in serving our country. Through the Intuit IDEAS program, we're committed to helping them turn those same qualities into thriving businesses that strengthen our economy and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs,' said Sacha Adam, Vice President of Intuit Assist and Expert Experiences, as quoted in an Intuit blog post. Participants selected will gain access to all the tools and coaching available to other IDEAS participants. Why This Matters From a financial literacy standpoint, this program is an example of a high-impact intervention from the private sector. Many small business owners enter entrepreneurship with talent and passion but without the financial acumen and resources needed to sustain long-term success. Programs like Intuit IDEAS bridge this gap by integrating financial education into daily business operations with the use of tools like QuickBooks, TurboTax, MailChimp, or Credit Karma. The coaching and mentorship also reinforce financial literacy in applied contexts. Rather than abstract lectures, participants receive targeted advice that helps them make data-driven decisions, manage risk, and plan for sustainable growth. For small business owners, this program is a great opportunity to access tools and mentorship and grow their ventures and, ultimately, achieve financial freedom. For financial literacy advocates, it is a tangible example of how applied education and strategic support can change economic trajectories.
Forbes
5 days ago
- Sport
- Forbes
Blake Wesley Should Get Another Shot At Making An NBA Roster
INGLEWOOD, CA - APRIL 08: San Antonio Spurs guard Blake Wesley (14) dunks during the San Antonio ... More Spurs vs Los Angeles Clippers NBA game on April 08, 2025, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) After getting traded to the Washington Wizards via way of the San Antonio Spurs, Blake Wesley has been waived, and is now a free agent. The 6'5 combo guard has three years of NBA experience, but is only 22 years old which means teams should be giving him a look. Athletic firecracker While Wesley never carved out a real role in San Antonio, there's no questioning his athletic ability, or aggressive playing style. The Notre Dame product is relentless in attacking the rim, and putting pressure on defenders who are back-peddling to get in position. One would think the Wizards, who are rebuilding, could use a player like him, but given how they're committed to the development of Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson, clearly the organization felt as though they couldn't juggle more projects. Because at the end of the day, Wesley is a project, three years of experience or not. He's yet to string together long stretches of consistent production, even despite his aforementioned athletic prowess. Finding a new home Given the 22-year-old's pressing need for development minutes, he and his representation should clearly seek opportunities with teams that are both young, and somewhat low on guards. The Charlotte Hornets would make some sense, especially as LaMelo Ball is often injured, and recently-acquired Collin Sexton is more of a scorer. The Phoenix Suns, while not a team that's rebuilding, is short on point guards - and plenty heavy on off-guards - which could be another interesting situation, assuming Wesley can even crack the rotation on a team that's clearly trying to be competitive. Finally, there are the Brooklyn Nets. The organization is currently relying on two international rookie point guards, so to have Wesley around in their back pocket wouldn't be the worst idea in the world. Wesley does offer 156 games of experience, and on the Nets he should be able to get minutes. The team is clearly rebuilding, meaning a 22-year-old should be right within their wheelhouse. Regardless of the destination, Wesley is too intriguing to not get one more crack at the big stage. Unless noted otherwise, all stats via PBPStats, Cleaning the Glass or Basketball-Reference. All salary information via Spotrac. All odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook.
