The NewsWorthy Israel Strike in Qatar, Kids' Health Plan & 'iPhone Air' - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
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Sep 10, 2025 A significant airstrike by Israel in Qatar has raised international concerns about escalating conflict in the Middle East. In a groundbreaking move, the White House is taking action on drug advertising regulations while addressing alarming health trends among American children. Academic struggles in high schools are highlighted, revealing a decline in basic skills. Meanwhile, Apple unveils its sleekest iPhone yet and introduces new health features. Plus, don’t miss a delicious twist with a Rocky Road-inspired Girl Scout cookie!
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Nepal Protests Erupt Into National Crisis
- Massive unrest in Nepal burned Parliament and the Supreme Court after a social media ban sparked protests.
- The military deployed to the capital after 22 protesters died and roughly 900 inmates escaped from two prisons.
Court Allows Temporary Freeze On Aid
- The Supreme Court temporarily allowed President Trump to freeze $4 billion in foreign aid while it reviews the broader legal question.
- The dispute centers on whether the president can redirect funds that Congress approved.
Federal Crackdown On Drug Advertising Begins
- The FDA is tightening rules on pharmaceutical ads and plans to end a decades-old guidance that limited side-effect disclosures on TV.
- The Health Department expanded oversight to social media and telehealth but stopped short of banning ads entirely.