Dog and owner shocked by live sidewalk in Pittsburgh
A woman and her dog were violently convulsed by a stray electrical current on a wet Pittsburgh pavement. The city had pledged inspections after a 2024 fatality but never completed them.
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Woman and Dog Electrocuted on Pittsburgh Sidewalk
A Pittsburgh woman and her dog suffered violent electric shocks from a live streetlight pole. The incident has triggered an urgent citywide safety review.
Trump Slashes Sewer Aid for Poor US Communities
Deep funding cuts under President Trump jeopardise crucial aid for ageing sewer systems in impoverished US communities, exposing residents to health hazards and property damage. Explore the human impact.
Labour set to miss 150-project infrastructure target
New analysis reveals Labour is on track to approve just 107 major infrastructure projects, missing its 150-target due to ministerial delays. Read the full report.
Red Tape Cut to Speed Up Public EV Charger Rollout
New Planning and Infrastructure Act removes key licensing barrier for chargepoint operators, alongside £600m funding boost and measures to cut costs for drivers. Read the full details.
States Sue Trump Over $2bn EV Charging Fund Withholding
A coalition of 16 US states and Washington DC is suing the Trump administration for unlawfully withholding over $2 billion in electric vehicle charging infrastructure funding. Read the latest on this major legal clash over climate policy.
Melbourne's £11bn Metro Tunnel Opens to Public
Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel has officially opened, adding five new stations and a crucial cross-city rail link. Discover how this £11bn project aims to reshape the city's future.
North-South EV Charging Divide Exposed in New Study
New data reveals a stark north-south divide in UK EV charging points. Westminster has more chargers than five major northern cities combined. Discover the impact on the electric transition.
Queensland's $48k BBQs and $60k Taps Shock Ratepayers
Shocking investigation reveals Queensland councils spending thousands on basic infrastructure like $48,000 barbecues and $60,000 taps due to excessive regulations.
Sydney work photo sparks public efficiency debate
A single photo of Sydney road workers has ignited fierce debate about workplace efficiency and public spending. Discover why context matters in modern infrastructure projects.
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.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
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.
Data Centre Boom Sparks US Health Crisis
A startling new study reveals the alarming environmental footprint of America's data centre boom, linking massive energy consumption to serious public health concerns across multiple states.
Africa's Commuting Crisis: Human Stories Behind Gridlock
From Lagos to Nairobi, millions face daily transport nightmares. Discover the personal struggles and resilience of African commuters battling impossible journeys.
First New Oxfordshire Railway Station in 100 Years Opens
Oxfordshire welcomes its first new railway station in over 100 years at Worcestershire Parkway, promising enhanced connectivity and economic growth for the region.
Fury as thief steals 21 manhole covers in dangerous spree
Residents and authorities are outraged as a reckless thief removes crucial manhole covers from residential streets, creating deadly hazards for pedestrians and motorists in a shocking crime spree.
UK's £17bn AWS dependency exposed by major outage
A significant Amazon Web Services outage has laid bare the UK government's staggering £17 billion reliance on the tech giant, raising urgent questions about national infrastructure security and single-point dependency risks.
Australia's Libraries: More Than Just Books
Australian public libraries are experiencing a remarkable renaissance, evolving from quiet book repositories into vibrant community hubs offering everything from digital literacy classes to warmth during cost-of-living crises.
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.
£57m 'Bridge to Nowhere' faces demolition after govt U-turn
The controversial Inverkip footbridge, dubbed Scotland's most expensive 'bridge to nowhere', is set for demolition after ministers admitted the project was a costly mistake that failed to deliver promised benefits.
Tennessee Churches Host Public Schools in Groundbreaking Move
In an unprecedented move, Tennessee churches are transforming into temporary school campuses, offering sanctuary and space for education amid infrastructure challenges.
The False Economy of Public Service Cuts
New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.
Sydney rail goes high-tech to fight overhead hazards
Sydney's rail network is deploying cutting-edge drone technology and AI to detect dangerous overhead obstructions, from bird nests to beehives, replacing outdated manual inspections and preventing widespread delays.
Melbourne Metro Tunnel: Big Switch Date Revealed
Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel project enters its final phase with the 'Big Switch' approaching. Discover when new train services will begin and how this £12.7bn project will revolutionise city transport.
Melbourne's Metro Tunnel Complete: First Look Inside
After years of anticipation, Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel project is complete. Discover the stunning new stations and how this underground rail network will reshape the city's commute forever.
Council spends £20k on toilet that stays locked
Outrage in regional Victoria as South Gippsland Council spends £20,000 on a single public toilet that remains locked and unusable, sparking fury among local residents and businesses.
Glasgow's Crumbling Victorian Buildings Spark Safety Crisis
Exclusive report reveals the deepening crisis of derelict Victorian buildings in Glasgow, as city leaders demand immediate action and funding from Holyrood to avert a public safety catastrophe.
UK Tech Chief Slams Government's 'Out of Date' Digital Systems
The UK's inaugural Chief Technology Officer, Mark Russinovich, delivers a damning verdict on Whitehall's archaic IT infrastructure, calling for an urgent technological revolution to drag public services into the 21st century.
Australia Announces $100m National Centre for Disease Control
The Australian government announces a historic $100 million investment to establish a national Centre for Disease Control, marking a transformative shift in the nation's pandemic preparedness and public health strategy.
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