Newly Opened Bridge in China Collapses in Sichuan
A newly constructed bridge in China's Sichuan province collapsed just days after opening, with dramatic footage capturing the incident. Investigation launched into infrastructure safety.
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Business chiefs demand pension funds back UK economy
More than 100 top executives urge Rachel Reeves to use her first Budget to mandate UK pension investment in domestic businesses and infrastructure projects.
Rail staff prevent disaster after Huntingdon track sabotage
Quick-thinking railway workers prevented a catastrophic incident after discovering dangerous obstructions deliberately placed on tracks near Huntingdon, potentially saving countless lives.
UK taxpayers fund £52m Amazon rainforest road
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK foreign aid is funding a destructive highway through pristine Amazon jungle, raising serious environmental and ethical concerns.
Ex-Aviva Chief Barral Heads UK Infrastructure Bank
Ex-Aviva CEO David Barral appointed as permanent chair of UK Infrastructure Bank, bringing decades of financial expertise to drive national infrastructure projects and economic growth.
Why Britain's railways reject double-decker trains
Discover the hidden infrastructure challenges preventing double-decker trains from revolutionizing UK rail travel, despite their success across Europe.
Bristol's Spanish water imports during crisis expose UK failures
Exclusive investigation reveals how Bristol's water emergency led to Spanish imports while local supplies ran dry. The shocking truth behind Britain's water infrastructure failures.
Trump freezes $12bn infrastructure funding nationwide
Former President Donald Trump halts $12 billion in infrastructure funding, freezing hundreds of projects nationwide in a dramatic move that threatens economic growth and job creation.
Microsoft's £2.5bn UK AI investment revealed
Microsoft announces unprecedented £2.5 billion investment in UK's AI infrastructure and skills, marking the largest commitment in its 40-year British history after high-level talks with Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.
UK Train Wi-Fi Slower Than Romania and Bulgaria
Shocking new data reveals Britain's train passengers suffer slower internet speeds than travellers in Romania, Bulgaria and Albania, raising questions about the UK's digital infrastructure.
UK's 25,000-home mega-town: Sustainable community revealed
Discover the ambitious plans for Britain's largest new settlement in decades - a revolutionary 25,000-home community complete with schools, healthcare facilities, and sustainable transport networks set to redefine modern living.
Russia's Underwater 'Doomsday' Tests Spark WW3 Fears
Exclusive intelligence reveals Russia is conducting alarming underwater weapons tests in UK waters, with experts warning these 'doomsday' systems could cripple Britain's internet and power networks in catastrophic attack.
Elon Musk humiliated by UK firm's brilliant response
Billionaire Elon Musk faces humiliation after a UK electric vehicle charging company's brutally simple response to his criticism exposes fundamental flaws in his argument about British infrastructure.
UK's £95bn Mega-Airport Set to Rival Heathrow
Plans for a colossal new £95 billion mega-airport in the UK are unveiled, promising to become the world's largest and most advanced aviation hub, challenging Heathrow's dominance with six parallel runways and seamless high-speed rail connections.
Thames Water crisis deepens as Ofwat rejects 40% bill hike
Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces a deepening crisis after regulator Ofwat rejected its plea for a 40% bill increase. The decision raises the spectre of a temporary government takeover as the utility grapples with massive debt and urgen
Rachel Reeves Delivers 'Tough But Necessary' First Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her inaugural Budget, confronting the 'worst inheritance since WW2' with sweeping reforms to planning, infrastructure, and fiscal policy to spur economic growth.
Thames Water: Creditors propose £20bn rescue package
Major creditors have tabled a radical £20 billion restructuring plan to rescue Thames Water from administration, aiming to secure the future of Britain's largest water company and prevent a national crisis.
Pennsylvania Town Sues Realty Firm Over Pothole Crisis
The tiny borough of Seven Fields, Pennsylvania, has launched a landmark legal battle against real estate behemoth Howard Hanna, alleging its construction vehicles have turned community roads into an 'obstacle course' of destructive potholes. Residents dem
Heathrow's £1.3bn Runway Costs Before Construction
Exclusive: Heathrow Airport has spent a staggering £1.3 billion on its stalled third runway project, with costs now exceeding £120 million per month, new freedom of information data reveals.
Heathrow expansion teams up with world's best airport
Arora Group founder Surinder Arora partners with world-renowned Changi Airport to bolster the controversial £25bn Heathrow third runway expansion plan, promising a passenger experience revolution.
Australia mandates 100% renewable energy by 2035
Australia's parliament passes landmark legislation requiring 100% renewable electricity by 2035, backed by a multi-billion dollar investment in grid infrastructure and storage, positioning the nation as a global clean energy leader.
Trump's Broken Water Promise to California Exposed
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump's unfulfilled vow to solve California's water crisis with a massive infrastructure project has left Central Valley farmers and communities disillusioned, as the promised 'gigantic' task force and water plan never m
Tesla recalls thousands of Model Y SUVs in Australia over airbag fault
Thousands of Tesla Model Y SUVs in Australia have been recalled due to a critical software fault that can unexpectedly disable the driver's airbag, significantly increasing the risk of injury in a collision.
Europe Plans Ukraine Troop Deployment as Zelenskyy Vows Revenge
Exclusive briefing: European nations are drawing up contingency plans for potential military deployment to Ukraine, while President Zelenskyy pledges a forceful response to recent Russian drone attacks on critical infrastructure.
London Tops UK Chart for Cycling Commutes
New data reveals London leads the UK in cycling to work, with a 7% surge in bike commutes. Discover the boroughs driving this green transport boom and the government's active travel strategy.
Kyiv Under Mass Air Attack: Residents Show Defiance
The Ukrainian capital endures another devastating mass air attack as Russia intensifies its campaign against energy infrastructure. Citizens display remarkable resilience amidst the destruction.
Hanson's Explosive Speech: Stop All Immigration Now
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has ignited a firestorm in Australian Parliament with a blistering speech calling for an immediate stop to all immigration, citing infrastructure strain and loss of national identity.
Trump Admin Kills California High-Speed Rail Funding
The Trump administration has formally terminated its funding agreement for California's ambitious high-speed rail project, demanding the return of $3.5 billion in federal grants and dealing a potentially fatal blow to the long-delayed infrastructure progr
Venice Beach declared hazardous due to sinkholes and sewage
Exclusive: Venice Beach, California's world-famous coastline, faces emergency closure as dangerous sinkholes, raw sewage spills, and crumbling infrastructure create a severe public health hazard. Authorities warn visitors to avoid the area.
Philly Commuters Trapped on Train for Five Harrowing Hours
Commuters on a SEPTA train in Philadelphia endured a nightmare scenario, trapped underground for over five hours without power or air conditioning. The harrowing incident has sparked outrage and calls for infrastructure investment.
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