Hi there! I can understand how it might be concerning to find that the NewsBreak and settings apps have disappeared from your phone. Let's try to figure out what's happening together.

First, can you clarify if you noticed anything unusual right before the apps vanished? For example, were you installing any new apps, or did you notice any messages or alerts on your device?

In the meantime, here are a few general steps we can go through:

1. Check App Drawer: Sometimes apps may not show on the home screen but are still installed. Swipe up or tap the app drawer icon (usually a circle with dots) and search for the NewsBreak and settings apps.

2. Restart Your Phone: A simple restart can resolve many temporary issues. Just hold the power button and select 'Restart' or 'Power Off.'

3. Check App Permissions: Go to Settings > Apps and look for the missing apps. If you find them, check if they have the right permissions to show on your phone.

4. Storage Issues: If your device is running low on storage, it may automatically remove less-used apps. Check your storage by going to Settings > Storage.

5. Malware or Unintentional Removal: If another app caused the removal (sometimes malicious apps can interfere), it might be worth running a security scan using a reputable antivirus app to check for any issues.

If these steps don't help, it might require further investigation into whether the apps are being automatically removed due to a specific setting or third-party interference. Please let me know what you've observed, and we can dig deeper!