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£5k Belfast Pedestrianisation Plan Delayed Amidst Austerity Dispute

Belfast's Hill Street pedestrianisation plan, estimated at £5,000, faces delays due to staff shortages in the Infrastructure Department, attributed by the Minister to British government austerity, sparking a political dispute over resource allocation and priorities.

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Dutton Pledges National Roads Program for WA Mining and Agriculture

In Perth, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton pledged a four-year, national mining and agriculture roads program for Western Australia, aiming to improve transport of food and mining commodities, contrasting his plan with the Albanese Labor government's approach.

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German Ministers Seek to Reduce Driver's License Costs

German state transportation ministers are pushing for federal intervention to lower the cost of driver's licenses, which can reach €4,000, due to perceived excessive theoretical training leading to high failure rates and impacting individual mobility, especially in rural areas.

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Deutsche Bahn to Build Underground Station in Frankfurt

Deutsche Bahn in Frankfurt is planning to build a new underground station beneath the main train station to improve the flow of long-distance traffic, which is estimated to cost 3.6 billion Euros and expected to be completed by the 2040s.

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Sydney Rail Line Closure: 63-Day Shutdown for Metro Conversion

Sydney's T6 Bankstown and Lidcombe rail line will close for 63 days from April 27 to June 29 for metro conversion works, impacting 11,000 daily commuters who will use replacement buses; the project's cost has increased to $21.6 billion from $12 billion.

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Minor Earthquake Shakes Bangkok, Causing Brief Panic and One Building Collapse

A minor earthquake hit Bangkok on March 28th at 13:20, lasting under a minute, causing panic and temporary evacuations; one unfinished skyscraper collapsed, but life quickly returned to normal.

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EU-Central Asia Summit Prioritizes Diversifying Trade, Strengthening Partnerships

The first EU-Central Asia summit, starting Thursday, aims to reduce reliance on Russia and China by boosting trade and diplomatic ties, securing energy and raw materials partnerships, and improving infrastructure.

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Berlin Ringbahn Closure Extended Due to A100 Bridge Demolition

Berlin's western Ringbahn S-Bahn line is closed until late April due to the demolition of the A100 motorway bridge above it, impacting roughly 50,000 daily commuters, while the eastern section remains unaffected. The demolition, costing €150 million, is expected to be largely finished by April 25th.

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13 Dutch Bridges to be Replaced Due to Hydrogen Embrittlement

Due to hydrogen embrittlement in their steel structures, thirteen Dutch bridges and viaducts built between 1957 and 1969 will be replaced ahead of schedule, following a similar bridge collapse in Germany. Rijkswaterstaat asserts that there is no immediate safety risk.

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London's Silvertown Tunnel Opens with Tolls Amid Controversy

Starting April 7th, London's Silvertown Tunnel opens with tolls for both it and the Blackwall Tunnel, costing up to £13 for large vans at peak times, aiming to alleviate congestion and improve public transport but facing criticism over environmental concerns and increased traffic.

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Siberian Bridge Projects Face Delays Amidst Logistical Hurdles

Construction of a 414-meter bridge in Bodaibo, Russia, budgeted at 11.5 billion rubles, faces delays due to logistical challenges, while repairs on Ust-Kut's main bridge, costing 404.6 million rubles, cause traffic congestion, jeopardizing timely completion; both projects are vital to northern regio...

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China Strengthens Ties with Bangladesh, Pledges Increased Investment and Cooperation

During a meeting in Beijing on Friday, Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated China's unwavering support for Bangladesh's interim government, announcing plans to boost infrastructure, digital and maritime cooperation, and explore a free trade agreement, with at least 14 Chinese companies investing ...

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