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U.S. to use border wall funds to “clean up” Trump-era construction sites

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The Department of Homeland Security has announced that it will use border security funding allocated by Congress to close wall gaps and pay for environmental and clean-up projects in areas of Arizona, California and Texas affected by barrier construction undertaken by the Trump administration

The wall that marks the border between the US and Mexico will be undergoing more construction as the United States announces funds to help close wall gaps and clean-up surrounding areas.

Congress is allocating border security funding to fasten “small” gaps which is seen as a necessary safety measure.

Some of the money will go towards combatting soil erosion and flooding by installing drainage and completing roads.

A customs and border protection official says that the purpose is not to create new barriers but to protect people from the “unsafe construction situation”.

Wall gates will also be repaired to save migrants stuck in irrigation canals.

The Army Corps of Engineers who were behind the construction of the wall ordered by former president Donald Trump have scrapped the contracts handing over control of the construction sites to the US Department of Homeland Security.

The $15 billion dollar project was one of the most expensive infrastructure projects in US history.

Over 700 kilometres of border barriers were built during the course of Trump’s presidency.

Following President Biden’s inauguration the leader ordered a stop to the wall’s construction.

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European elections loom: the rise of the far-right

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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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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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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

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