A big change for new iPhones
Apple revealed its new iPhones – with one major change. House Republicans will open an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. And a popular decongestant doesn't really work, an FDA panel says.
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Apple unveils new iPhone lineup, sans Lightning port
It's that time of year! Apple unveiled its latest products, including the new iPhone 15 models and Series 9 Apple Watch, during its annual September event in Cupertino, California, on Tuesday. The standard iPhone 15 will start at $799, while the larger 15 Plus starts at $899. The iPhone 15 Pro starts at $999, and the larger iPhone Pro Max starts at $1,199. All four models will be available for preorder Sept. 15 and in stores Sept. 22. The Series 9 watch will also go on sale Sept. 22 and be priced at $399. The phones will feature an improved camera, more powerful processing, and will move away from the Lightning charging system to a USB-C port, after the European Union passed regulations to standardize the charging ports. 🔌 What to know about the charger switch.
- Here's everything that was announced at Apple's 2023 event. 🍎
House Republicans to open impeachment inquiry against Biden
Escalating a Republican investigation that started in January when the GOP took majority control of the lower chamber, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., announced that the House will open a formal impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden. Republicans have claimed, without substantial evidence, that Biden financially benefited from his son Hunter's business dealings. Meanwhile, McCarthy is trying to rally hard-liners in his caucus to support a plan to keep the government funded past Sept. 30. Now, with an impeachment inquiry in the mix, it's unclear whether lawmakers would have enough time to avert a shutdown. 👉 Here's what we know.
- Matt Gaetz threatens to remove McCarthy as House speaker over government shutdown talks
What everyone's talking about
- Oliver Anthony cancels concert over high ticket prices.
- Alabama condemns racist, homophobic taunts at Texas football players.
- McDonald's plans to slowly remove all US self-serve soda machines.
- Recession risk is falling – but some areas are more vulnerable than others.
- When censorship gets it wrong: The struggle of breast cancer content creators.
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FDA panel: Popular decongestant phenylephrine isn't effective
Took medicine for a stuffy nose, but still feeling stuffed up? It's not you. It's the meds. The leading decongestant used by millions of Americans is likely no better than a dummy pill, according to government experts who reviewed the latest research on the long-questioned ingredient. Advisers to the Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously Tuesday against the effectiveness of phenylephrine, the ingredient found in popular versions of Sudafed, Dayquil and other medications. If the FDA follows through on the recommendations, several drugmakers could have to remove medications containing the ingredient from stores. 💊 What you should know.
Aaron Rodgers out for the rest of NFL season
Just as quickly as it began, Aaron Rodgers' debut season with the New York Jets has come to an abrupt end. An MRI revealed that Rodgers, 39, suffered a torn Achilles and will require season-ending surgery, the team said Tuesday. It's a massive blow for the Jets, who revamped their offensive personnel this offseason with the hopes of snapping a 12-season postseason drought – the NFL's longest active streak. Rodgers, a four-time league MVP, suffered the injury during his first offensive series as New York's quarterback in a 22-16 Monday night victory against the Buffalo Bills. 🏈 Here's the latest info.
- NFL power rankings Week 2: Are the Jets cooked?
A break from the news
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