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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The subway tunnel under Paulista enters a critical phase with foundation cuts

The construction of a subway tunnel under Avenida Paulista in São Paulo is entering a critical phase, with preparations for cutting foundations beginning in March.

Feb 28 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

One of the neighborhoods suffering from flooding in Juiz de Fora, Industrial will have drainage works worth R$ 95 million

The Juiz de Fora City Hall has signed a contract for R$ 95 million worth of macro-drainage works to address long-standing flooding issues in the Industrial neighborhood.

Feb 28 • 13:06 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Works in areas where deaths were caused by rains have not moved beyond the planning stage in São Paulo

Despite the planned drainage works in São Paulo, communities continue to suffer from flooding and losses, as evidenced by a resident recounting past tragedies due to severe rain.

Feb 28 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Where knowledge and city grow together

The article discusses the increasing demand and appreciation for planned neighborhoods in Brazil's real estate market, driven by infrastructure and services.

Feb 27 • 20:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Clean Network Project: DME begins a cleanup in Poços

DME Distribuição has launched the first cleanup effort of the Clean Network Project in Poços de Caldas, focusing on the cleaning and reorganization of telecommunications networks.

Feb 27 • 16:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Photo: Žižkov artery is still like from the nineties

The article discusses the outdated state of the Žižkov artery in Prague, reflecting on its appearance and infrastructure resembling that of the 1990s.

Feb 27 • 15:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With 1,313 km of traffic jams, the city of SP sets a traffic record for the year for the second consecutive day

São Paulo recorded the highest traffic congestion of 2026 for the second consecutive day, reaching 1,313 km of traffic jams.

Feb 26 • 22:32 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Urban Renewal in Northern Guayaquil Area Generates Changes in Routes for Five Bus Lines and Metrovía Feeder

Urban renewal efforts in northern Guayaquil are leading to significant changes in bus routes and traffic due to ongoing construction work.

Feb 26 • 22:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains cause flooding in towns of PE's Sertão

Heavy rains in the Sertão region of Pernambuco, Brazil, have led to significant flooding in the towns of Petrolina and Dormentes, affecting local residents and urban infrastructure.

Feb 26 • 21:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PI government authorizes more than R$ 7.6 million for paving in Demerval Lobão

The government of Piauí has allocated over R$ 7.6 million for urban mobility improvements in Demerval Lobão, focusing primarily on paving works.

Feb 26 • 18:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Consortium MEZ-RZK wins auction to build the administrative center of the government of São Paulo

The MEZ-RZK consortium has won the bid to construct a new administrative center for the São Paulo state government, which is expected to cost approximately R$ 6.09 billion and be completed by 2030.

Feb 26 • 14:19 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Charis Doukas: Open window for coalition government if my proposal is not voted

Charis Doukas discusses important urban infrastructure projects and internal party dynamics ahead of the Pasok conference regarding cooperation with New Democracy.

Feb 26 • 04:34 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Four Years Until Completion of Sejong City: Tasks of the Administrative Hub Complex City Construction Agency

Sejong City, a planned administrative city in South Korea, is set to complete its construction in 2028, with ongoing work on public rental housing and infrastructure across six designated living areas.

Feb 25 • 14:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

GALLERY: Hundipea development detailed planning moved forward

The Tallinn city government has proposed a detailed plan for the Hundipea northern area, transforming a closed port and industrial zone into an open urban space with new residences, commercial spaces, and a seaside promenade.

Feb 25 • 13:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Kaunas Old Town streets may change significantly: here are the planned changes

A new plan for the historic Old Town of Kaunas encompasses 99 hectares, focusing on street management and infrastructure improvements while respecting cultural and historical contexts.

Feb 25 • 13:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A study on the renovation of Kaunas Old Town streets has been prepared: planned changes and priorities

A comprehensive study has been developed to guide the future renovation of streets in Kaunas Old Town, focusing on people's needs and enhancing the cultural and historical context.

Feb 25 • 13:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Sweeping vehicle collapsed through the pavement in Brno

A sweeping vehicle fell through the pavement in Brno, indicating potential infrastructure issues in the area.

Feb 25 • 11:16 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

HMS believes that the development in Akureyri cannot keep up with population growth

HMS has expressed concerns regarding the inability of Akureyri's development to match its population growth.

Feb 24 • 18:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Water supply suspended in some neighborhoods of Salvador for repair of water main; see list

Water supply has been interrupted in 13 neighborhoods of Salvador for emergency repairs on a water main, with service expected to resume gradually.

Feb 24 • 12:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall considers opening street in Flamboyant Park, Goiânia

The Goiânia City Hall is exploring the possibility of opening a street within Flamboyant Park to improve vehicle access, despite opposition from environmental and planning agencies.

Feb 24 • 12:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Bravo Murillo, the street in Madrid built as a social experiment with a poor side and a rich side... that is obvious

Bravo Murillo street in Madrid reflects a stark division between wealth and poverty, featuring significant disparities in public infrastructure and living conditions.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Part of street gives way after erosion in gallery of Teresina, residents report

Residents in the South Zone of Teresina are warning that a section of Rua Celso Veras is collapsing due to erosion in an open sewer system.

Feb 23 • 21:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Prague wants to buy the “ghost bridge” over the Prague Ring Road for 93 million

Prague plans to purchase the so-called 'ghost bridge' for 93 million crowns.

Feb 23 • 14:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bragança initiates task force to eliminate loose wires and organize urban wiring

Bragança Paulista is commencing a task force to address the visual and safety issues caused by loose wires on utility poles, with an organized cleaning event scheduled for March 8 and 9.

Feb 23 • 12:09 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
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did CM Rekha Gupta say about Delhi's problems?

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta highlighted the numerous issues faced by the city, linking them to weather, population, and inadequate infrastructure.

Feb 23 • 02:04 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Renovation of the Neris Riverbanks Begins in Vilnius This Year: Five New Bridges Planned

Vilnius plans to enhance the Neris riverbanks with five new bridges to create lively and accessible public spaces for residents.

Feb 22 • 16:09 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Thousands of rocks extracted from old tunnels helped create new neighborhoods

Hong Kong has repurposed large volumes of rock extracted from tunnels and underground works to create new neighborhoods and infrastructure.

Feb 21 • 22:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

PHOTO: Stopped at an empty stand. Some abandoned pumps are ruins, others are occupied by bikers

The article discusses the state of abandoned petrol stations in Czechia, focusing on some being reduced to ruins while others have been reclaimed by motorcyclists.

Feb 21 • 07:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Death of a 5th Grade Student after Falling into an Open Drain

A fifth-grade student tragically lost his life after falling into an open drain in India.

Feb 20 • 16:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tax exemption for houses on unpaved streets is approved in the Chamber of Cuiabá

The Chamber of Cuiabá unanimously approved a tax exemption for homeowners on unpaved streets, altering the municipal property tax law to provide relief to affected residents.

Feb 20 • 13:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Strength of rain carries asphalt, opens crater and closes northern access in Juiz de Fora; VIDEO

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

Feb 20 • 11:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Agreement for urban services signed between the Uberaba City Hall and Convale

The Uberaba City Hall has signed an agreement with the Intermunicipal Consortium for Regional Development (Convale) to provide urban infrastructure services.

Feb 20 • 11:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Transport Transition in Munich: Street Renovated for Ten Million Euros – and Cyclists Were Simply Forgotten

A street renovation project in Munich costing ten million euros has been criticized for neglecting the needs of cyclists.

Feb 19 • 13:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"Via Lietuva" will renew more than 100 pedestrian crossings this year

The company Via Lietuva will upgrade over 100 pedestrian crossings this year with a budget of €4.95 million to improve pedestrian safety.

Feb 19 • 11:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Šárecká Street in Prague 6 is undergoing extensive reconstruction

A street in Prague 6 is currently under extensive reconstruction.

Feb 19 • 09:24 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Thessaloniki: Designation of Poseidonos Street as a "national importance project" – Upgrading access to Kalamaria Metro

The Greek government has designated the construction of Poseidonos Street in Thessaloniki as a project of national importance to improve access to the Kalamaria Metro.

Feb 19 • 07:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Seoul City to Invest 16 Trillion Won in Gangbuk Development - Announcing 'Again, Gangbuk Prosperity Era 2.0'

Seoul City plans to invest 16 trillion won to enhance transportation and create industrial hubs in the Gangbuk region as part of its 'Again, Gangbuk Prosperity Era 2.0' initiative.

Feb 19 • 05:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Winter at Construction Sites. Urban Investments Under Weather Pressure

The article discusses how winter weather conditions affect the schedules of municipal infrastructure investments in Poland.

Feb 18 • 15:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Apocalyptic scene in Shanghai. A busy intersection collapsed into the ground

A busy intersection in Shanghai collapsed, creating an apocalyptic scene.

Feb 18 • 14:57 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

30 Residential Areas are 'Highest Priority' as Potential Recipients of Noise Barriers

Thirty residential areas in Denmark have been identified as high priority for receiving noise barriers to combat traffic noise pollution.

Feb 18 • 11:48 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

By bike, Milan is not Amsterdam. Dutch athletes discover the bluff

Dutch Olympic athletes express their disappointment over the cycling conditions in Milan, contrasting it unfavorably with biking in Amsterdam.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Kraków to Launch Pigeon Contraception Program to Control Bird Population

Kraków will implement a pilot program utilizing contraceptive bird feed to manage its pigeon population amidst increasing complaints from residents about their droppings and damage to infrastructure.

Feb 18 • 02:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Smart City' expenditure in thousands of crores, facilities missing... View Aaj Tak's ground report from ground zero

A report highlights the significant spending on the Smart City Mission over the past decade, questioning the improvements in various cities.

Feb 17 • 18:33 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Exclusive: Smart City or Mismanaged City... Ground Report from Bhopal, Jaipur, Bhagalpur, and Ludhiana

The article investigates the discrepancies between the aims of India's Smart City Mission and the actual outcomes in several cities, highlighting issues in Bhopal's implementation.

Feb 17 • 17:16 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'I thought I was going to die,' says woman who clung to a pole to avoid being swept away by a flood in Guarulhos (SP)

A woman clung to a pole in Guarulhos, Brazil, during a severe flood to avoid being swept away as her car was dragged by the current.

Feb 17 • 15:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Thessaloniki: Concern for the apartment building in Sykees after the landslide

Residents are increasingly worried about a crack in an apartment building in Sykees, Thessaloniki, following the collapse of a neighboring structure.

Feb 17 • 13:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Huge investments by cities in transport development

This article discusses significant transport investments planned for the Silesian region of Poland, including the establishment of a metropolitan railway and EU funding support.

Feb 17 • 13:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

For more than 40 years with urban property tax, neighborhoods in Salto live without asphalt and sewage: 'It's hard to even reach the hospital'

Residents of Salto, Brazil, have been paying urban property tax for over 40 years yet lack basic infrastructure such as asphalt and sewage, impacting their daily lives.

Feb 17 • 10:24 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tallinn raises speed limit on Kaarli Avenue and lowers it on Nõmme Road

Tallinn city government is adjusting speed limits on several key streets to improve traffic safety, raising the limit on Kaarli puiestee and lowering it on Nõmme Street.

Feb 17 • 10:02 UTC

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