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Finnish rally driver Heikki Kovalainen is seeking success in the competitive Italian asphalt rally series, supported by strong Japanese sponsorship.

A 62-year-old housewife narrowly escaped being run over by a truck in Arapongas, Paraná, after a dramatic incident where her motorcycle was struck and dragged, yet she managed to roll away just in time.

Residents of Itapetininga, Brazil, report severe street conditions including potholes, erosion, and lack of maintenance, particularly worsening during rainy days.

As the spring sun reveals asphalt from under the snow, many Finnish people turn their attention to sneakers, discussing their favorites for comfort and versatility.

Heavy rains in Saquarema, Brazil, caused asphalt to collapse and various disruptions throughout the city.

Residents of Marechal Thaumaturgo celebrate the first asphalt paving in 33 years, marking a significant milestone for this isolated city in Brazil.

The São Paulo city government has allocated over R$ 500 million from a housing fund for asphalt paving, raising concerns about the priority given to road improvements over housing.

A Reykjavik city council member noted the need for increased funding for asphalt repairs due to worsening road conditions referencing a recent complaint.

This spring, asphalt damage has been labelled as unprecedented, attributed to extreme weather and a backlog of infrastructure repairs.

The Piauí government has started asphalt paving work on a key avenue in Piripiri, aimed at improving urban mobility and benefiting several neighborhoods.

A bus accident in Pereira Barreto, Brazil, revealed a significant water leak that had caused water shortages for local residents.

Sabesp has completed the repairs on a major crater on the Marginal do Tietê in São Paulo that resulted from a sewage leak, with asphalt repair to be managed by the city.

Footage shows a man dragging a dog along the pavement and abandoning it in a dumpster, raising concerns about animal cruelty in Sorocaba, Brazil.

In Finland, the state of numerous roads is a pressing issue, with discussions about converting asphalt roads to cheaper gravel alternatives met with skepticism from experts.

The government of Piauí is investing R$ 27 million in asphalt paving projects across four cities to enhance urban mobility and local infrastructure.

Residents of the Chácara Santa Lourdes neighborhood in São José do Rio Pardo, SP, are upset after their property tax (IPTU) bills increased significantly despite lacking essential infrastructure.

A giant pipe emerged from the asphalt in Osaka, Japan, leading to the closure of a major road as officials investigate the incident.

A truck partially sank into the asphalt in Canoas after passing over a recently repaired street, revealing issues with the road work.

A new archaeological study reveals that Sumerians used engineered principles to create asphalt over 4,000 years ago, employing specific recipes for construction materials.

Heavy trucks are causing significant damage to Iceland's roadways, prompting calls for their removal from roads to protect asphalt.

The price of asphalt has surged by 34% within a week, prompting construction associations in Greece to call for immediate regulatory measures to offset costs, threatening the execution of numerous public projects.

An interview with Mika Niemelä from Finland's Ministry of Finance sparked public outrage over proposed changes to road maintenance, suggesting converting some asphalt roads back to gravel due to high maintenance costs.

Heavy rain caused the asphalt to swell and create a crater on an avenue in the Maria Maluf Viaduct area in São Paulo, leading to traffic disruptions.

A proposal to convert some asphalt roads in remote areas of Finland to gravel roads for budgetary reasons has sparked significant backlash among lawmakers.

Finnish budget director Mika Niemelä suggests savings by converting rural asphalt roads to gravel, which could negatively impact Eastern Finland, prompting locals to advocate for cuts from railway budget instead.

Residents and businesses in Campos dos Goytacazes are voicing their concerns over dust and potholes following incomplete asphalt recovery work on local streets.

A federal project is set to pave roads in 28 neighborhoods of Campo Grande, with significant funding from the government and local municipality.

A man was arrested for domestic violence after dragging his ex-partner on the street and causing injuries.

Trucks on the MA-008 highway are being towed by tractors due to the severely poor conditions, especially in a 15 km stretch without asphalt, impacting access to Marajá do Sena in Maranhão, Brazil.

Beneath London's asphalt, ancient underground rivers continue to flow, presenting unique challenges and considerations for urban engineering and planning.

A bridge on RN-408 in Brazil exhibits significant structural issues, including cracks and movement under vehicle weight, prompting inspections and reports from local authorities.

Jalapão, a natural jewel in Brazil, is experiencing increased visitor numbers but remains largely remote and accessed primarily through specialized tours.

The Roma x Getulândia road connecting Volta Redonda to the Costa Verde region will be closed on Thursday and Friday for asphalt work completion.

A 43-year-old motorcyclist was killed after losing control of his motorcycle when he ran over a fallen rearview mirror on a highway in Brazil.

A surveillance camera captured the moment when an explosion occurred on Rua da Consolação in São Paulo, resulting in a large crater in the middle of one of the city's main streets.

In Jēkabpils, cracks and potholes are increasingly forming on certain roads, especially due to changing weather conditions and aging asphalt.

DSTAgE, a Michelin two-star restaurant in Madrid, blends culinary arts with scientific research to innovate over 50 new dishes each year.

In Omaha, Nebraska, two cars were swallowed by the ground after the asphalt suddenly collapsed at an intersection.

A truck became stuck on a roadway in Indaiatuba, Brazil, after the asphalt gave way due to a collapsed pipe beneath it, but no injuries were reported.

The article discusses the emergence of the Epos 257 art initiative in the context of urban development in Mánes, Czechia.

Intense rainfall in Porto Velho caused the Bate-Estaca stream to overflow, leading to the collapse of a section of the Santo Antônio Road.

Traffic regulations are set to be implemented on sections of the Attica Road in the Pallini area from February 27 until April 30 due to ongoing asphalt maintenance work.

A company that dumped asphalt waste in a protected area of the Curonian Spit has failed in court due to non-compliance with environmental restoration regulations.

Latvia's road authority warns that potholes are forming in aging asphalt due to upcoming weather changes, particularly in southern and coastal regions.

The asphalt on a street in São José dos Campos has collapsed once more, just a week after the city repaired a crater.

A truck became trapped in a hole for four hours after the asphalt gave way on Osvaldo Aranha Street in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil.

A special type of noise-reducing asphalt has successfully decreased traffic noise by four decibels on a stretch of Denmark’s busy Motorring 3 around Copenhagen.

Heavy rainfall in Juiz de Fora has caused a large crater to form on the northern access road, leading to traffic disruptions.

A section of Avenida Francisco Soares Campelo in Teresina has been closed due to cracks in the asphalt, with no timeline for reopening.

The Tulum International Airport will host a special edition combining activities of the Mexican Aerospace Fair (FAMEX), air exhibitions, and an official NASCAR Mexico Series date from April 23 to 26, 2026.