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Man builds huge miniature railway in his back garden

James Ardin spent five years building a 660-yard miniature railway in his East Yorkshire garden. The train-mad dad hosts events and dreams of extending the track to a mile. Discover his incredible story.

Italy's £11.7bn Bridge Plan for Sicily Faces New Hurdle

Italy's ambitious plan to build the world's longest suspension bridge, connecting Sicily to the mainland, faces a court setback. The £11.7bn project could cut UK tourist journeys to just 10 minutes. Read the latest.

Japan's £5.3bn Double-Decker Bridge Soars Into Sky

Discover the Seto Ohashi Bridge, a £5.3bn engineering feat connecting Japan's islands. Spanning 13.1km, it slashed travel times and offers stunning tourist views. Explore its history and how to visit.

Century-old Black Hawk Bridge demolished by implosion

Watch as the 94-year-old Black Hawk Bridge is imploded over the Mississippi River. The iconic structure, making way for a $140m modern crossing, held deep sentimental value for thousands. Read the full story.

Fare dodger with £30k debt faces jail threat

Charles Brohiri, who owes over £30,000 after 180 fare-dodging incidents, has been banned from all GTR services. His sentencing was adjourned amid claims the prosecution was unlawful.

World's tallest bridge cuts 2-hour trip to 2 minutes

China's Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the world's highest at 625m, has opened. It reduces a two-hour journey to two minutes and features glass walkways and bungee jumping. Discover this engineering marvel.

Teen dies in workplace tractor accident in Cambridgeshire

A 19-year-old girl, Žavinta Petrašiūtė, has died after a tragic industrial accident involving a tractor at Pretoria Energy in Cambridgeshire. Police and HSE are investigating. A fundraiser has been set up to support her family.

Dozens injured in Czech Republic train collision

An express train collision in southern Czech Republic leaves dozens injured and halts traffic. Authorities are investigating the cause of the morning crash. Read the latest updates.

Baltimore Bridge Rebuild Costs Double to £4 Billion

Maryland officials reveal Francis Scott Key Bridge replacement costs have more than doubled to £4.3-5.2 billion with completion delayed until 2030. Learn about the revised timeline and funding challenges.

Newly Built Hongqi Bridge Collapses in China

A newly constructed bridge in China's Sichuan province collapsed after landslides, sending concrete into the river below. Miraculously, no injuries were reported. Read the full investigation.

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