International tourists touch down in Australia for the first time in two years

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2 years ago

February 21, 2022

The ‘Land Down Under’ has is no longer a fortress nation, after opening to the world on Monday

Australia has reopened its international border for the first time in two years, bringing joyful family reunions and a boost to tourism.

The country imposed some of the world’s strictest travel bans as a way of managing COVID-19, after shutting itself off in March 2020 to keep the virus out.

Australians and some others were allowed to return from late last year, but most tourists have had to wait for the all clear.

There were tearful reunions at airports around the country as hundreds arrived in the country for the first time since the pandemic begun.

The reopening of the country is expected to boost the nation’s economy as well as assist the devastated aviation sector in its recovery.

European elections loom: the rise of the far-right

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14 mins ago

May 15, 2024

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What can we expect from the upcoming European elections?

Euro Bloch is a comprehensive program designed to highlight the breadth of topics and issues within the EU political landscape. It offers insightful analysis within the evolving framework of relations between the European Union and Australia/Asia-Pacific region. Hosted by Natanael Bloch.

Next month’s EU elections are looming, with the far-right gaining traction. In this episode, Natanael is joined by Professor Bruce Wilson, Director of EU Centre of Excellence at RMIT University. #EURO BLOCH

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Will the U.S. approve MDMA therapy?

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8 hours ago

May 15, 2024

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MDMA is a drug commonly known as molly or ecstasy.

Some medical professionals say it can be helpful for people with post-traumatic stress disorder — which is why a group has been fighting to get MDMA legalized as a prescription drug.

Currently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reviewing an application to use MDMA to treat PTSD. The agency is expected to announce its ruling as soon as August.

Anna Silman, a features correspondent with Business Insider joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #drugs #MDMA #MDMATherapy #business #pharmaceutical

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Apple responds to crushing iPad Pro criticism

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21 hours ago

May 14, 2024

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Apple issued an apology following backlash over a recent advertisement for the latest iPad Pro.

On this episode of Ahron & Mike Live – Painted Panda dogs confuse zoo goers, luxury Police cars cruise the roads, Siri meets up with ChatGpt and Apple’s “Crush” iPad ad faces overwhelming backlash.

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending