Mikkeli reportedly banned the construction of battery energy storage for five years, the first in Finland
The city of Mikkeli has imposed a five-year ban on the construction of battery energy storage systems of 2 megawatts or more across its entire area.
Haapsalu declared the detailed plans in the construction ban zone invalid
The city of Haapsalu has declared detailed plans that fall within construction ban zones as invalid, a decision met with legal criticism.
Life Returns to the Third Longest River
The Yangtze River in China is witnessing a resurgence of wildlife after being significantly depleted for decades due to overfishing, dam construction, and pollution, following the implementation of a ten-year fishing ban in 2021.
Donald Trump threatens that China will ban hockey in Canada; blocks bridge construction
Donald Trump has threatened to halt the construction of the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Canada and the U.S., criticizing Canada for unfair treatment over the years.
Developers in Šumava are curbed by a construction ban, Hartmanice fears for the nearby castles
A construction ban in the Šumava region is causing concern among developers and local residents in Hartmanice about the fate of nearby castles.
Driver raced at outrageous speeds at the construction site
On Thursday night, police in Kite caught a driver speeding at 130 km/h in a 60 km/h zone near a bridge construction site, leading to charges of serious endangerment of traffic safety and a temporary driving ban.
Court rules that Alfenas City Hall and neighbor must compensate woman after work causes cracks and house ban
A court has ordered the Alfenas City Hall and a neighbor to compensate a woman who had to leave her home due to cracks caused by irregular construction on the neighboring lot.
Saxony CDU wants to ban deforestation of forest areas for solar plants nationwide
The Saxony CDU is launching an initiative to implement a nationwide ban on deforestation for the construction of solar plants in Germany, aiming to protect the country's forests.
Photo: Stage construction has begun at Ban Jelačić Square for New Year's Eve
Despite many cities around the world canceling New Year celebrations, Croatia has begun final preparations at the main square in Zagreb for the festivities, with stage construction underway for performances by various artists on December 31st.