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🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Fréchette and Drainville face off in first CAQ leadership debate

Tensions rose during the first leadership debate of the Coalition Avenir Québec as Christine Fréchette and Bernard Drainville sparred over a proposed bridge project connecting Quebec City and Lévis.

Mar 21 • 22:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Companies interested in the bidding for the construction of the bridge between Cássia and Delfinópolis deliver envelopes at B3 in São Paulo

Companies interested in bidding for the construction of a bridge between Cássia and Delfinópolis have submitted their proposals in São Paulo, as part of a concession project from the Minas Gerais government.

Mar 20 • 09:40 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Bridge does not stop: the challenges to the TAR have been rejected

The Lazio TAR has rejected appeals against the Strait Bridge project from environmental groups and local governments, reinforcing the project's procedural framework and moving it closer to realization.

Mar 19 • 05:07 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Roberto Luque and Marcela Aguiñaga, with divided positions on the Fifth Bridge and road concessions of Guayas

Roberto Luque and Marcela Aguiñaga express conflicting views regarding the completion and concessions of the Fifth Bridge project in Guayas.

Mar 18 • 20:39 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Fifth Bridge

The construction project for the fifth bridge over the Guayas River is a strategic investment for the integral development of Guayaquil and Ecuador.

Mar 18 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

With ice cream sticks and glue, students created a bridge capable of supporting 430 kg: "Really extraordinary"

A group of engineering students in Brazil became viral after constructing a bridge made from ice cream sticks that can support over 430 kilograms during a capacity test.

Mar 14 • 20:51 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The Bridge over the Strait is delayed and funds go to the railways. Rfi recovers 2.8 billion

The Italian government reallocates 2.8 billion euros to RFI to reduce its debt, impacting the timeline of the Bridge over the Strait project.

Mar 14 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Fubara inspects road project, sets May for inauguration

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara announced plans to inaugurate the completed Agba-Ndele Bridge and the adjacent Ndele-Omofo-Agba-Ndele Road in May 2026 during an inspection visit.

Mar 13 • 19:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Will a bus-only lane be created on Hangang Bridge?

Seoul is considering a project to improve broken sections of the central bus-only lane to reduce vehicle congestion caused by mixing buses with general traffic.

Mar 12 • 06:09 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Strait Bridge, we move forward but with attention to costs

The Strait Bridge project resumes with a clear focus on financial sustainability and avoiding additional public spending.

Mar 11 • 05:06 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Tightening of the Accounting Office on spending to restart the Bridge: no to extra costs

The Italian Accounting Office has imposed strict regulations on expenditures related to the restart of a key bridge project, stipulating no additional costs beyond the already allocated budget.

Mar 10 • 13:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Prime Minister proposes to start two official investigations related to the 'Rail Baltica' railway project

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa has called for two official investigations concerning the 'Rail Baltica' project amidst concerns about incomplete bridge supports and procurement issues.

Mar 9 • 11:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The raid is on hold, there is no money for the bridge. Due to the 'railway of the century', conflict threatens

The Rail Baltica project, aimed at enhancing connectivity between the Baltic States and the rest of Europe, faces delays and financial challenges, raising tensions in the region amidst security concerns over Russia.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Bridge over the Morava River in Břeclav Region addressed by road workers from both countries. The South Moravian workers will prepare the project for construction approval

Road workers from the South Moravian region are collaborating with their counterparts to prepare a construction project for a bridge over the Morava River in the Břeclav area.

Mar 6 • 11:28 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sungkyunkwan University selected for Seoul RISE 'Seoul-type BRIDGE'... Launching of technology commercialization linked to local industry worth a total of 3.64 billion over 4 years

Sungkyunkwan University has been selected for the Seoul RISE 'Seoul-type BRIDGE' project, receiving 3.64 billion KRW to promote technology commercialization linked to local industries over four years starting from 2026.

Mar 3 • 10:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Three Years of Shame: Eye-Catching Mistakes in the Bridge Project During the President's Visit

Lithuanian officials acknowledged significant project errors causing delays in the construction of a main bridge in Kėdainiai, leading to public frustration.

Mar 1 • 09:27 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in New York: Kathy Hochul's Douglass-Anthony bridge project completed for $6.2 million

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the completion of a $6.2 million maintenance project for the Douglass-Anthony bridge in Rochester, which serves approximately 70,000 people daily.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria Secures $100 Million From European Bank to Finance Project Bridge

Nigeria has received a $100 million investment from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to support the nationwide connectivity initiative, Project Bridge.

Feb 26 • 09:56 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Confession: Construction of Kėdainiai Bridge was halted due to major project errors, if unnoticed, the structure would have been dangerous

Construction of the Kėdainiai Bridge has been delayed for over three years due to critical errors in the project's design, which, if proceeded with, would have resulted in a dangerous structure.

Feb 24 • 08:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Access link from Via Sul to Wall Ferraz Bridge is inaugurated this Monday (23) in Teresina

A new access link from Via Sul to the Wall Ferraz Bridge in Teresina was inaugurated on Monday, November 23, as part of a project to improve urban mobility.

Feb 23 • 09:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Wildlife corridor to span busy motorway in landmark project

Cawleys Bridge is being retrofitted to create a wildlife corridor over the busy Princes Motorway, helping reconnect fragmented habitats.

Feb 21 • 21:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Changes in New Jersey train schedules: Amtrak's measure that will remain in effect until March 15

Amtrak has announced changes to train schedules in New Jersey due to a planned construction project that will last until March 15, significantly affecting daily commuters headed for Manhattan.

Feb 20 • 01:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Railway chaos towards Manhattan: employees asked to work remotely due to construction on a key bridge

New Jersey Transit has urged commuters to consider working from home due to significant rail service disruptions linked to ongoing construction on a crucial bridge.

Feb 17 • 18:27 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Bridge to Sweden Divides Finland's Government

The dream of a bridge between Umeå and Vasa is creating divisions within the Finnish government regarding the project's feasibility.

Feb 13 • 09:17 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Fifth Bridge: Delegates from the Construction Chamber and Civil Engineers College Inspect Road Progress in Charge of Prefecture

Delegates from the Guayaquil Construction Chamber and the Guayas Civil Engineers College inspected road progress related to the future Fifth Bridge project this Thursday.

Feb 13 • 03:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tunnel and Bridge: The Imposing ‘Ring’ Structure That Will Cut Travel Time in Half in the North of the City

The Buenos Aires government has announced the construction of the Anillo La Pampa project, which includes a tunnel and pedestrian bridge designed to significantly reduce travel times in peak hours.

Feb 12 • 16:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The unexpected dispute between Trump and Carney over a bridge connecting the United States and Canada

A dispute has emerged between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump regarding a bridge project that connects the two countries, with Trump threatening to halt the project's inauguration if trade disputes are not resolved.

Feb 10 • 19:14 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mark Carney tells Trump that Canada paid for the bridge connecting to the US: 'Ownership is shared'

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney highlighted to President Trump that Canada financed the Gordie Howe International Bridge project and emphasized the cooperation with the US.

Feb 10 • 19:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Mark Carney reminds Trump that Canada paid for key border bridge US president says he won’t open

Mark Carney highlighted Canada's financial role in the Gordie Howe International Bridge amid Trump's claims about the project.

Feb 10 • 18:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They seek to build a golden bridge with a garden included to 'redefine the experience' of transportation

Bangkok is planning a transformative golden bridge project designed to enhance pedestrian experiences and integrate public space and greenery.

Feb 10 • 16:40 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Project of a bridge between the United States and Canada: Mark Carney assures that the situation "will be resolved" after a call with Donald Trump

Mark Carney announced that after speaking with Donald Trump, the issues surrounding the nearly completed bridge between Detroit and Windsor will be resolved.

Feb 10 • 15:34 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Road solution on Juan Tanca Marengo: project is 21% complete and plans to open a first bridge in 2026

Ecuador's road solution project on Juan Tanca Marengo is currently 21% complete, aiming to open a bridge by 2026 with a total investment of $13.4 million.

Feb 10 • 14:31 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Trump threatens to block bridge to Canada

Former President Donald Trump has threatened to obstruct the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge unless the U.S. receives financial compensation and a stake in the project.

Feb 10 • 02:04 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"We should be owners": Trump threatens to block a bridge project between the United States and Canada

Trump has threatened to block a bridge project between the U.S. and Canada unless the U.S. is compensated and granted ownership of part of the infrastructure.

Feb 10 • 00:01 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Trump will negotiate with Canada about the bridge project

President Donald Trump has stated that he will negotiate with Canada regarding the construction of a bridge between Ontario and Michigan, claiming Canada exploits the U.S. by not using American products.

Feb 9 • 23:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Kaunas – yet another grandiose project: they are already planning the construction of a new bridge

The city of Kaunas is moving forward with plans for a new bridge to enhance transportation and connectivity in the area, a project endorsed by local government officials.

Feb 7 • 12:12 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Reconstruction of Vanšu Bridge – how will traffic organization change?

The reconstruction of Vanšu Bridge has moved from discussion to a concrete plan with a project and funding in place, detailing how traffic will be organized during renovations.

Feb 6 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

See impressive drone images of the new Karavoporo bridge in Trikala

The article showcases stunning drone images of the newly constructed Karavoporo bridge in Trikala, which is the largest road project undertaken in Thessaly.

Feb 6 • 16:37 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Green light for the decree on the Bridge

The Council of Ministers has approved the decree for the construction of the Bridge over the Strait of Messina, marking a decisive step towards the project's realization and adhering to the Court of Auditors' observations.

Feb 6 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Decree Bridge powers of the Court of Auditors

The government is revising the Bridge Decree, removing constraints and restoring powers to the Court of Auditors related to CIPE acts necessary for project approvals.

Feb 5 • 00:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tallinn is updating the Pallasti Bridge and the accessibility of Kumu bus stops

This year, a major renovation project for the Pallasti Bridge on Laagna Road is set to be completed, with construction work beginning in 2027 to improve safety and accessibility for all residents, including pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport users.

Feb 4 • 09:11 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Sundabraut and Fljótagöng Projects of the Infrastructure Company

A proposal for a 30-meter-high bridge over Kleppsvík is part of the Sundabraut project, with plans to establish an infrastructure company for major state construction projects in the spring.

Jan 25 • 13:25 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

A commissioner for the Bridge. Palazzo Chigi considers Ciucci

The Italian government is considering appointing a commissioner for the Strait Bridge project, with Pietro Ciucci as the leading candidate after the recent rejection by the Court of Auditors.

Jan 15 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

The Panorama Bridge in Thessaloniki is being demolished for the Flyover - See impressive drone images

The Panorama Bridge in Thessaloniki is under demolition to facilitate the Flyover project, with a 48-hour traffic closure on both directions of the city's ring road.

Jan 10 • 09:18 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

A historian and archaeologist against the bridge that threatens a UNESCO World Heritage site: "They disobey UNESCO"

Joaquim Pons Machado, a historian and archaeologist, voices opposition to a bridge project that poses a risk to a UNESCO World Heritage site in Menorca.

Dec 26 • 20:26 UTC

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