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Workplace Raids Prompt US Employers to Prepare for Immigration Enforcement

Following President Trump's election, US employers across sectors are preparing for potential workplace raids by reviewing employee documents and undergoing training, driven by the administration's focus on worksite enforcement and the potential for hefty fines and deportations; recent ICE raids at ...

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Spanish Housing Construction Stagnates Despite High Demand

A new report reveals that despite a national 9% increase in new housing starts, major Spanish cities like Madrid and Barcelona are experiencing stagnation or decline, failing to meet substantial housing deficits amid high demand and non-resident purchases.

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Centennial Bridge Dispute Highlights Interprovincial Trade Barriers

A $195-million rehabilitation project of New Brunswick's Centennial Bridge is delayed by a dispute between the provincial government and Ontario-based contractor Julmac, which alleges discriminatory treatment favoring local companies, leading to the first complaint under Canada's internal trade agre...

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Frankfurt's "Gloria" Tower: Design and Construction

Henning Larsen Architects' design for Frankfurt's "Gloria" skyscraper, a 195-meter-high mixed-use building with offices, hotel, and cultural spaces, prioritizes historical preservation of an adjacent building and begins construction in 2024, despite pending lease agreements, to be completed by 2030.

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Sydney Fish Market Nears Completion Despite Delays and Financial Concerns

The $836 million Sydney Fish Market building's roof is complete, despite delays, cost overruns, and the company's financial struggles, with an expected November 2024 opening and plans for a broader waterfront redevelopment.

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zeit.de
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Gäubahn Rerouting to Vaihingen Faces Legal Challenge

The Stuttgart Administrative Court is hearing lawsuits against the temporary rerouting of the Gäubahn railway line due to Stuttgart 21 construction, with environmental groups and the city of Stuttgart at odds over the plan's legality and impact, potentially delaying the Rosenstein district redevelop...

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Greek Construction Slowdown Follows Supreme Court Ruling on Bonuses

Following the Greek Supreme Court's December 11th ruling abolishing construction bonuses, November 2024 showed a 6.5% rise in building permits but significant decreases in building area and volume, indicating a developer wait-and-see approach.

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Finding Reliable Tradespeople in Berlin: A Guide for Consumers

Finding reliable tradespeople in Berlin is difficult due to high demand and unqualified operators; consumers should get recommendations, verify specialization, request references, compare detailed cost breakdowns, and avoid upfront payments.

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Belfast Children's Hospital Approved After Decade of Delays

A new 155-bed children's hospital in Belfast, Northern Ireland, has been approved, beginning construction in days and costing £671m, after a decade of delays and cost increases from an initial £250m estimate; it's expected to open in 2030.

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Sagrada Familia's Staircase Plan Sparks Legal Battle, Displacement Concerns

Barcelona's Sagrada Familia plans a new staircase, potentially displacing 1,000 families and businesses, prompting legal action and raising concerns about overcrowding amid record tourist numbers (4.83 million in 2022).

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Barangaroo's Final Stage Approved After Two Decades of Delays

The NSW government approved the final stage of the Barangaroo foreshore development, a "$2 billion-plus" project including 150 luxury apartments, a hotel, shops, and offices, expected to start construction before the end of the year and complete in 2030, following years of delays and legal battles.

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Andalusian Construction Firms Face €20 Million Payment Delay from Regional Government

The Junta de Andalucía owes €20 million to 20 small construction companies for price updates on 1,000 educational projects, jeopardizing their survival and delaying future infrastructure projects due to the government's failure to apply a promised 20% price revision to offset inflation.

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