USDA and CBP spent $861 million checking travellers and cargo for farm pests in 2011, but fees left a $325 million gap because federal law limits who pays

USDA and CBP spent $861 million checking travellers and cargo for farm pests in 2011, but fees left a $325 million gap because federal law limits who pays

The United States has struggled with funding for its Agricultural Quarantine Inspection program due to fee shortfalls. In 2011, the program had an $861 million budget but collected significantly less in fees. Inspection fees were insufficient because legal restrictions limited cost recovery from various users. Reforms have been introduced to update fee structures and improve collections. These measures, however, do not fully address the root funding issues of the program.

Strictly Come Dancing fans make same complaint on behalf of Lacey Turner before 'undermarking'

Strictly fans were quick to comment as Lacey Turner transformed into Adele in the balllroom during the BBC show's Icons Week

In the 1890s, a new gold process helped turn Mercur, Utah, into a boomtown of over 2,500; by 1913, the mine had closed, and the original townsite was abandoned, though mining later resumed

In the late 19th century, Mercur, Utah, became an influential mining hub fueled by new gold extraction methods, notably cyanide processing which efficiently mined low-grade ore. However, by the early 1910s, falling profit margins resulted in mine closures, contributing to the town's deterioration. Revival efforts in later decades were unsuccessful, leaving Mercur as a poignant testament to the dual nature of mineral riches.

Opposition's 'low-level acts' reinforce need for PM Modi's leadership: Kangana Ranaut

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut on Sunday criticised Opposition parties over calls for regime change, saying their actions reinforce the need for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strong leadership. Citing unrest in France and global conflicts, she also condoled the deaths of 19 people in a stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata.

Moment distraught woman begs French rioters not to loot shop and 143-year-old town hall is incinerated as violent protests spread across Europe

The heartbreaking moment was caught on video, as the woman pleaded with a crowd of young male rioters not to loot her shop - a plea they ignored.

Zubeen Garg death case: Assam Police to move Supreme Court against bail to Mahanta and Sandipon

Assam Police intends to appeal bail orders granted to Amritprava Mahanta and Sandipon Garg in the Zubeen Garg case. Special DGP CID Munna Prasad Gupta confirmed that proceedings are progressing rapidly in a fast-track court. Mahanta and Garg are accused in the death investigation of the late singer, who died in a scuba diving accident. The Gauhati High Court previously granted bail to both individuals in October 2025.

Zubeen Garg death case: Assam Police to move Supreme Court against bail to Mahanta and Sandipon

Assam Police intends to appeal bail orders granted to Amritprava Mahanta and Sandipon Garg in the Zubeen Garg case. Special DGP CID Munna Prasad Gupta confirmed that proceedings are progressing rapidly in a fast-track court. Mahanta and Garg are accused in the death investigation of the late singer, who died in a scuba diving accident. The Gauhati High Court previously granted bail to both individuals in October 2025.

Kolkata pandal tragedy: Amit Shah meets victims of Chorbagan Durga Puja stampede

Kolkata pandal tragedy: Amit Shah meets victims of Chorbagan Durga Puja stampede

In the 1930s, mining kept Gold Point, Nevada, at about 200 residents; by 1950, only 23 remained; and by 2011, just 7 people still lived there full time, year-round

Gold Point, once a thriving mining community in Nevada, experienced significant population decline after mining operations ceased. The town, originally known as Lime Point in 1868, transitioned to focus on gold-mining in the late 1920s. Following World War II, mining activity diminished and finally ended in the 1960s with a shaft collapse. Today, the settlement has adapted to tourism, with remaining buildings and a museum preserving its mining history.

M56 traffic RECAP as incident leaves motorway closed for 12 hours near Manchester Airport

Queues are building on the M56 and M60

ITV's Downton Abbey original cast now 16 years after hit period drama first aired

Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth McGovern, Michelle Dockery and Joanne Froggatt are just four of the famous faces to have appeared in the drama that captured viewers' hearts