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Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
The original Laguna Burger is always worth a stop
May 24—The original is usually the best. Located just off Interstate 40 at the eastern edge of the Pueblo of Laguna, the original Laguna Burger and Route 66 Pit Stop beckons travelers. It is on the east side of the I-40 convenience store on historic U.S. Route 66. The immaculate dining room was nearly empty around 2 p.m. on a recent Sunday when I placed my order for a Laguna Burger ($10.99) with no lettuce or tomato. After three days in Flagstaff camping without a vegetable in sight, I probably should have left them on, but green chile is a vegetable, right? I added an order of onion petals ($5.99) and chile cheese fries with green ($6.25), and sat back to wait. I expected the usual 30-minute wait for a freshly grilled burger, but a few minutes later my name was called. The brown paper bag I received at the counter smelled delicious and leaked a bit from the bottom fold. I took the onion petals out of the bag and grabbed one that still glistened from the fryer. It was like a blooming onion or an onion ring without the ring. The petals were perfectly crispy, and the onions were noticeably sweet. Even minutes later, they held a nice crunch. I extricated the Laguna Burger from the bag and the sweet, spicy beef aroma made me drool. It was a crispy, spicy delight that made my eyes water slightly from the flavor of the chile, which had red and green pieces. The pickles added crunch, the cheese added ooze, and the onion added a bit of snap, all complementing the beef patty, which had a nice char on the outside, but remained juicy throughout. As it says on its napkins, "is it the beef." I think it is the whole preparation and delivery. The lack of tomato and lettuce and the light touch of mustard let the meaty flavor of the burger shine. The fries came out of the fryer hot enough to melt the cheese on the chile cheese fries. The starchy potatoes acted as a perfect foil to the spiciness of the chile and were just crispy enough to snap against my teeth. I probably should've added a shake, but being mid-afternoon, I decided I had enough calories in my belly. Outside in the picnic area, you can eat your burger and see a display that explains how the building of Route 66 and then I-40 changed the Laguna community. Laguna, it seems, has long been a friendly stopping point — especially during the Dust Bowl heading west and now heading both directions as people navigate the route that made America. If you are traveling either direction along I-40 it's worth a stop and if you're not traveling this summer, it's worth a trip just for the crispy ends of the beef and the Route 66 experience. In Flagstaff, I had considered waiting for the In-N-Out Burger to open at 10:30 a.m. before I left town. I made a good choice leaving Arizona and heading to New Mexico for the Laguna Burger.
TimesLIVE
14-05-2025
- Business
- TimesLIVE
Uber bets on affordability with shared fixed-route rides, expanded passes
Uber Technologies on Wednesday unveiled a range of new offerings such as shared fixed-route rides and expanded membership passes, targeting consumers seeking cost-effective ways to travel. The ride-sharing app has been looking to invest in more affordable transport and delivery offerings to widen its user base and combat slowing revenue growth in an uncertain economic environment. Uber's new "Route Share" ride option will cost half as much as the company's UberX ride-hail service, by providing pickups every 20 minutes along busy commute corridors. Initially available in US cities such as New York, San Francisco and Chicago, Route Share will operate during weekday rush hours and Uber is considering partnering with employers to integrate pre-tax commuter benefits. The company is also expanding ride passes that help users lock-in lower fares and keep costs predictable.
Bloomberg
14-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Uber Targets Commuters With Cheaper Pooled Rides, Price-Lock Pass
Uber Technologies Inc. is introducing a cheaper pooled rides option and a price-lock pass for commuters, underscoring its focus on attracting more daily users as consumers confront rising costs. The rideshare company on Wednesday announced 'Route Share,' a budget-focused offering that's up to 50% cheaper than a regular UberX and only available during weekday commuting hours. In contrast, its existing pooled rides option cuts costs as much as only 20%. But there's a catch: Route Share pickups run every 20 minutes only 'along busy corridors,' similar to a bus, and passengers may have to walk up to 15 minutes to the pick-up point and share a vehicle with two other people.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Studying in UK just got more expensive for international students
The UK government has introduced stricter immigration policies that will directly impact international students and universities. These changes are part of a broader effort to reduce annual net migration by 100,000, as per the white paper released by the Home Office. A significant measure is the introduction of a 6% levy on tuition fees paid by international students. According to the estimates from Universities UK, universities will be required to pay this levy to the government, potentially raising an estimated £600 million per year. The levy is intended to shift financial responsibility for migration away from the taxpayer and towards the institutions that benefit economically from international enrolments. The settlement eligibility timeline will also be extended. Currently, foreign nationals can apply for permanent settlement in the UK after five years. Under the new policy, the minimum residency requirement will double to ten years. According to a report by The Times, this move will affect around 1.5 million people and is intended to reduce the number of migrants permanently settling in the UK. Another major change includes the reduction of the Graduate Route visa duration from two years to 18 months. This visa allows international students to remain in the UK after completing their studies to find graduate-level work. Under the new rule, if graduates do not secure suitable employment within this shortened period, they will be required to leave the country. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates) Universities across the UK have raised concerns that these changes could hurt their competitiveness. Many institutions rely on revenue from overseas students to fund operations and research, especially as domestic funding remains limited. The changes are expected to force universities to re-evaluate recruitment strategies and financial planning. Live Events MORE STORIES FOR YOU ✕ Indian Nationals received highest share of UK work visas in 2024, second in study visas Indian students union in the UK sigh over retention of graduate route amidst immigration reforms « Back to recommendation stories I don't want to see these stories because They are not relevant to me They disrupt the reading flow Others SUBMIT The government, however, maintains that the changes are necessary. Ministers argue that the Graduate Route has been used by students from lower-ranked institutions to remain in the UK without contributing significantly to the economy. The Home Office is expected to publish data this summer detailing which universities send the most students through the Graduate Route. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has supported the approach, saying it is time for a 'more controlled and focused' immigration system that serves both the UK's economy and public interest.
Wales Online
05-05-2025
- Wales Online
Cyclist freed after being impaled on bike after crash
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A cyclist became impaled in her bike after an accident on Sunday. It is understood the rider crashed on the coastal path in Llanddulas near Abergele.. Emergency services were called to the scene at about 3pm. The casualty was taken to hospital for treatment but their condition is unknown. North Wales Fire and Rescue Service said it was alerted at 2.58pm and sent two crews from Abergele and Colwyn Bay. A spokesman said the female rider - whose age is not known - had become impaled in her bicycle and was trapped. Sign up now for the latest news on the North Wales Live Whatsapp community Firefighters used cutting equipment and tools to free the patient. Paramedics took her to Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in nearby Bodelwyddan. The coastal path is part of the National Cycle Route number 5. Find out what's happening near you
