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Google

Apple will reportedly allow third-party AI assistants in CarPlay

Apple plans to allow third-party voice-controlled AI apps in CarPlay, Bloomberg reports. Siri is the default voice assistant for things like controlling music and looking up directions, but future AI apps in CarPlay could handle the complicated, open-ended requests Siri can't answer. The expanded support would let developers like OpenAI…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

Narendra Modi

Why the new US-India trade agreement is a big deal

For the India-China-US triangle, the new US-India trade deal, announced with Trumpian flourish on social media on Monday, has potentially significant economic, geopolitical and strategic implications. US President Donald Trump’s post, which came after a phone call with Narendra Modi , said the Indian prime minister had committed to “BUY…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

Obamacare

MAGA Rep. Voted Against Obamacare Because He Says It “Enslaved” People

Nearly 137,000 Iowans stand to lose their access to the Affordable Care Act marketplace if Representative Zach Nunn has his way. The Hawkeye State Republican has gone on a tear against the ACA, slandering the health insurance solution as a form of modern-day human bondage while broadcasting his intention to…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

Climate Change

Encouragement boosts people’s likelihood to take climate action

The fight against climate change is often framed as a sacrifice: eat less meat and drive less often. But those actions could also be framed positively: eat more plants and ride bikes more often. A new study finds presenting environmental action in a more proactive light makes people more likely…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

Homeless

Freezing temperatures reveal holes in NYC’s attention to the homeless

New York City has seen a troubling number of deaths during the current cold spell. Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he'll fix what some see as poor communication with city workers who assist the homeless. JUANA SUMMERS, HOST: In New York City, at least 17 people have died outside since the…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

VR

Injury Woes Loom For India And Sunrisers Hyderabad Ahead Of T20 World Cup And IPL

Sports · 6 min read Harshit Rana faces possible T20 World Cup exclusion as India weighs replacements, while Pat Cummins adopts a cautious recovery plan for IPL return. The cricket world is abuzz with anticipation and concern as two major stories unfold on the eve of the T20 World Cup…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

Michelle Obama

Republicans Suddenly Shocked by Trump Racism After Ape Obamas Video

Republicans suddenly seemed shocked that President Trump is capable of racism after he posted a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes Thursday night. On Friday morning, longest-serving Black Senator Tim Scott called the video “the most racist thing I’ve seen out of this White House”—spurring other GOP senators…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

Google

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Aeon’s End, Thronefall, Ash of Gods, more

Reg. $1+ / FREE+ This offer has expired! Be sure to follow us on Twitter for the latest deals and more. Sign-up for our newsletters and have our best offers delivered to your inbox daily. Your Friday lineup of the best Android game and app deals has arrived, including titles…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

Virtual Reality

Is Virtual Reality Really Dead?

Stephen Johnson Stephen Johnson Senior Staff Writer Experience Stephen Johnson is a senior staff writer at Lifehacker covering pop culture and technology, including the columns “The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture” and “What People Are Getting Wrong This Week.” Read Full Bio February 6, 2026 Add as a preferred…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

Nuclear Weapons

The Real Reason Trump Wants to Let Our Nuclear Weapons Treaty With Russia Die

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bubmagFebruary 6, 2026

Apple will reportedly allow third-party AI assistants in CarPlay

Why the new US-India trade agreement is a big deal

MAGA Rep. Voted Against Obamacare Because He Says It “Enslaved” People

Encouragement boosts people’s likelihood to take climate action

Freezing temperatures reveal holes in NYC’s attention to the homeless

Injury Woes Loom For India And Sunrisers Hyderabad Ahead Of T20 World Cup And IPL

Republicans Suddenly Shocked by Trump Racism After Ape Obamas Video

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Aeon’s End, Thronefall, Ash of Gods, more

Is Virtual Reality Really Dead?

The Real Reason Trump Wants to Let Our Nuclear Weapons Treaty With Russia Die

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