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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Councilor from MT gets splashed with mud during inspection of rural road work

City Councilor Oslen Dias humorously shared an incident where he got splashed with mud while inspecting a rural road construction project in the Andradina community.

Feb 28 • 21:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

NGOs ask STF to block works funded by amendments causing deforestation and invasion of indigenous lands

Environmental defense entities request the Brazilian Supreme Court to halt funding for road construction that leads to illegal deforestation and invasion of indigenous territories.

Feb 27 • 19:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Entrepreneurs fighting against the residential area on Pirita Road failed to annul the building permit

Entrepreneurs Enn Veskimägi and Priit Alamäel failed to annul a building permit for a residential area being developed on Pirita Road in Tallinn after the administrative court upheld the city's decision.

Feb 27 • 18:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu approves three road projects in Niger

President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstruction of three major roads in Niger State, aimed at improving infrastructure.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government completes the access road to the Lepe hospital 10 years after its inception

The Spanish government has completed a 1.5-kilometer access road to the Lepe hospital a decade after construction began.

Feb 26 • 07:18 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"If not drained, it will be submerged in 3 hours" - The backside of the world's oldest underwater road tunnel

The article discusses the construction plans for the Shimonoseki-Kitakyushu Road and details the current state of the Kanmon Tunnel, which requires constant pumping to prevent flooding.

Feb 25 • 22:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The construction of fast roads accelerates in Silesia

The rapid expansion of highways and express roads in Silesia aims to improve transit traffic and urban connectivity in the region.

Feb 25 • 16:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oyo approves counterpart funding for road maintenance, procures 100 vehicles

The Oyo State Government has allocated ₦900 million for road construction funding, allowing the access of over ₦16 billion from international donors.

Feb 25 • 14:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Construction in the Center may alter traffic until the end of the week; understand what changes

The municipality of Piracicaba has begun resurfacing the José Micheletti Avenue, which may lead to partial road closures and traffic changes until the end of the week.

Feb 24 • 22:32 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Traffic Disruptions: Long Detour for Cars and Buses in Olching

Important connecting roads in Olching will be partially closed for almost four months due to the installation of water pipes and the expansion of district heating, affecting two bus lines.

Feb 23 • 16:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Woman MLA Digs Up Road to Expose Corruption, Video

In Uttar Pradesh's Fatehpur district, BJP MLA Krishna Paswan dug up an under-construction road to reveal corruption in its construction.

Feb 23 • 11:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Prosecutor's Office charges former Secretary of Agriculture of SP for alleged illegal increases in rural program

The São Paulo Prosecutor's Office has filed charges against former Agriculture Secretary Francisco Matturro and current deputy Ricardo Lorenzini for allegedly authorizing illegal price increases for companies responsible for road construction in rural areas.

Feb 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

MLA took a spade and dug up the under-construction road; watch the video

BJP MLA Krishna Paswan from the Khaga constituency in Uttar Pradesh has taken a strong stand against corruption by personally overseeing and disrupting poor quality road construction.

Feb 23 • 06:26 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Announces Thika Expressway Construction to Begin in September

President William Ruto has announced plans to begin construction of the Thika Expressway in September 2026 to alleviate traffic congestion along Thika Road.

Feb 23 • 05:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bulldozer action on more than 1450 illegal houses in Rajkot

The Rajkot Municipal Corporation has launched a major demolition campaign against 1,489 illegal houses and shops along the Aji River and TP Road.

Feb 23 • 05:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Driver abandons car lodged in construction pit in Diadema, Greater São Paulo; see video

A driver abandoned their car in a drainage construction pit in Diadema, Brazil after showing signs of intoxication.

Feb 21 • 22:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Who was the motorist beaten to death in a traffic fight in Berazategui

Darío Lau, a 54-year-old construction worker, was beaten to death by a motorcyclist following a minor traffic incident in Berazategui, Argentina.

Feb 21 • 13:58 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Motorway Closed for 16 Hours to Demolish Overpass

Traffic on the East Jutland Motorway near Horsens will be diverted for 16 hours due to the demolition of an overpass.

Feb 21 • 08:25 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: What major changes are expected on the Liepaja highway?

Upcoming construction on the Liepaja highway will eliminate left turns, which is expected to generate mixed reactions from the public.

Feb 20 • 22:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario First Nations complete fast-tracked assessments for Ring of Fire road

Two First Nations in Ontario have completed expedited environmental assessments for access roads to the mineral-rich Ring of Fire region, advancing plans for construction.

Feb 20 • 20:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Main road partially closed: A year and a half detour in Ebersberg

A major road in Ebersberg will be partially closed for one and a half years due to construction, requiring drivers to take a detour.

Feb 20 • 10:29 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG resumes construction of Kano–Gwarzo–Dayi road

The Nigerian Federal Government has resumed construction on the long-stalled Kano–Gwarzo–Dayi road following a N19 billion approval to improve local infrastructure.

Feb 20 • 08:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man dies after being struck by electric shock during work in MT

A 42-year-old man named Edilson Gonçalves Jorge de Souza died from an electric shock while working on a road construction site in Nova Ubiratã, Brazil.

Feb 19 • 15:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Bridge Construction: How Road Building Destroys Landscapes

The article discusses the replacement of a monstrous elevated road from the DDR era in Leipzig with a new construction, critiquing the cultural and environmental impact of such projects.

Feb 18 • 05:22 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Bridge Construction: How Road Construction Destroys Landscapes

A plan to replace a highway from the GDR era in Leipzig with a new identical structure raises environmental concerns about damage to the cultural landscape.

Feb 18 • 05:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Traffic chaos on Athens Avenue caused by works on the Attica Road

Significant traffic issues are affecting Athens Avenue due to mandatory diversions from the Attica Road for maintenance work.

Feb 16 • 21:16 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did Anand Dubey say about the Mulund accident?

Anand Dubey expressed serious concerns regarding the safety of the under-construction metro bridge in Mira Road and Mulund following the accident.

Feb 15 • 04:53 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What does the ROAD WORK AHEAD sign mean and why is it a high-risk area for workers?

The article discusses the significance of the ROAD WORK AHEAD traffic sign in the United States and highlights the importance of understanding traffic regulations to ensure safety in construction zones.

Feb 15 • 01:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PRF studies the construction of a new post on BR-040, in Serra de Petrópolis

The Federal Highway Police in Brazil is considering building a new operational unit on BR-040 to enhance road safety and policing in the region.

Feb 14 • 21:42 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Attica Road: Traffic regulations extended due to construction

Construction work on the Attica Road is set to continue until this Monday, leading to extended traffic regulations including entry closures.

Feb 14 • 14:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police investigates alleged misappropriation of public funds in BR-156 works in Amapá

The Federal Police of Brazil is investigating a suspected criminal organization involved in diverting public funds intended for road construction in Amapá during an operation dubbed 'Pedágio 2'.

Feb 13 • 22:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Attica Road: Traffic regulations due to construction works

Construction work on the 'Liosia' tunnel is prompting traffic regulations on the Attica Road this weekend.

Feb 13 • 13:47 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
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The impressive images of a giant hole in the street in China, following the collapse of a road

A major road in Shanghai collapsed due to a reported leak on a subway construction site, creating a large hole but thankfully resulting in no injuries.

Feb 12 • 15:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Video: this is the exact moment when a road collapsed in China

A sudden road collapse occurred in Shanghai, China, while construction was underway for a new train station.

Feb 12 • 15:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Truck collides with concrete barrier on construction section of RJ-238 in Campos

A truck crashed into a concrete barrier on the RJ-238 road in Campos dos Goytacazes, causing traffic delays but resulting in only minor injuries to the driver.

Feb 11 • 21:21 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Contractor On M1 Road Threatens to Suspend Works Over K2.4 Billion Arrears

A contractor in Malawi has announced plans to halt construction on the M1 Road project due to unpaid arrears of K2.4 billion, which could significantly delay the project.

Feb 11 • 06:54 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Contractor On M1 Road Threatens to Suspend Works Over K2.4 Billion Arrears

A contractor on the M1 Road rehabilitation project in Malawi has threatened to stop construction due to unpaid arrears totaling K2.4 billion.

Feb 11 • 06:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Secretary who ran over and killed the president of the Municipal Chamber was working on road recovery in RN, says city hall

The secretary of works in São Bento do Trairi accidentally killed the president of the Municipal Chamber in a construction accident while working on local road recovery.

Feb 10 • 15:27 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
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG approves 420km Nasarawa, Plateau, Bauchi, Gombe road

The Nigerian Federal Government has approved the construction of a 420-kilometre dual carriageway linking several states to improve road infrastructure and support economic growth.

Feb 10 • 01:29 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

JUST IN: Seven abducted Kwara construction workers regain freedom

Seven construction workers abducted from a road project in Kwara State, Nigeria, have been released after weeks of captivity.

Feb 9 • 14:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Challenge of the first all-vehicle underground road at a depth of 81m in Korea

A new underground road in Busan, capable of accommodating all vehicle types, is set to open soon, marking a significant advancement in tunnel construction in Korea.

Feb 8 • 13:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Breakthrough on the northern exit from Warsaw. The first works on S7 have started

Construction works have commenced on the S7 route near Warsaw, aiming to enhance the road infrastructure with new connections and expanded lanes.

Feb 8 • 10:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Asphalt Tarcisio' accumulates delays, defeats at the TCE and low investment in roads

Tarcísio de Freitas, the governor of São Paulo known as 'Asphalt Tarcisio', faces significant challenges in road infrastructure with delays and low investment levels ahead of the upcoming elections.

Feb 8 • 02:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Closure of the 25 de Mayo and Perito Moreno Highways for Construction: When the Blockade Begins and Until When It Will Last

The 25 de Mayo and Perito Moreno highways in Buenos Aires will undergo total closure this weekend for the installation of a technological gantry as part of a modernization plan.

Feb 7 • 10:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Widespread employee strikes expected in Germany

In Germany, the Verdi trade union is set to organize extensive strikes affecting public sector workers, particularly impacting universities, hospitals, road construction companies, and the judicial system, with around 2.2 million employees participating.

Feb 6 • 20:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

The Ionian Road remains closed due to fault and landslides from intense rainfall: Watch video

The Ionian Road is closed near Sikoulas in Aetolia-Acarnania due to faulting and landslides caused by heavy rains, with construction of a detour underway.

Feb 6 • 17:44 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
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

BOAK: The alliance of GEK TERNA – Aktor – Metlen "locks in" the corporate structure for the largest road project in Crete

The GEK TERNA, Aktor, and Metlen alliance finalizes the team for Crete's significant BOAK road project, aiming to enhance road safety and reduce travel times between Chania and Heraklion with a budget of 2 billion euros.

Feb 6 • 07:23 UTC

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