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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 982, Pandulf II, Lombard prince passed away. In 1898, Julius Schreck, German commander (died 1936) was born. In 1961, Khalid Mahmood, Pakistani-English engineer and politician was born. In 1967, Tom Simpson, English cyclist (born 1937) passed away. In 1974, Jarno Trulli, Italian race car driver was born. In 1976, Frederick Hawksworth, English engineer (born 1884) passed away. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1981, Mirco Lorenzetto, Italian cyclist was born. In 1983, Gabrielle Roy, Canadian engineer and author (born 1909) passed away. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Commuters demand urgent repairs to deteriorating SCC–Old Barrier road

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July 13, 2026

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Commuters demand urgent repairs to deteriorating SCC–Old Barrier road

Motorists and commuters using the SCC–Old Barrier stretch of the Kasoa–Mallam Highway are calling on the government to urgently rehabilitate the road, particularly the section in front of Atala Company, as its deteriorating condition continues to cause severe traffic congestion and pose significant safety risks. Road users say the once-busy stretch has been neglected despite []

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MyJoyOnline

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· Jun 22, 2026

Potholes at Mallam Junction turn Kasoa-Accra commute into three-hour ordeal

Commuters on the Accra-Kasoa Highway are calling for urgent repairs to deteriorating sections of the road at Mallam Junction, saying deep potholes and damaged surfaces have turned what was once a 45-minute to one-hour journey from Kasoa to Accra into a nearly three-hour ordeal.

BERNAMA

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· Jul 2, 2026

General : Road Maintenance Requires Cooperation Of All Parties - Ahmad

JOHOR BAHRU, July 2 (Bernama) -- Road maintenance requires the commitment and cooperation of all stakeholders, including elected representatives and relevant agencies, to ensure issues are addressed promptly, Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan said.

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jun 24, 2026

Man clings to back of moving Corrections van travelling through Auckland CBD

Man clings to back of moving Corrections van travelling through Auckland CBD

TheJournal.ie

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· Jun 24, 2026

Council tells public to not jump fence to swim at Vico Baths, as repair works are underway

The council is repairing the concrete access steps and replacing the damaged railing.

NDTV

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· Jun 24, 2026

NHAI To Facilitate Travellers With Vehicle Repair Shop On Expressways

NHAI plans puncture and vehicle repair facilities at wayside amenities on highways and expressways to improve safety and reduce breakdown delays.

South Africa Today

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· Jul 13, 2026

NTI Bus Services Disruptions in Hammanskraal: Government Intervenes to Resolve Transport Crisis

HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng — Thousands of commuters are grappling with severe daily travel challenges due to ongoing NTI Bus Services disruptions in Hammanskraal, prompting urgent intervention from the provincial government. As the transport crisis continues to strand residents, the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has stepped in to engage with affected communities and key industry []

WOKI – 98.7 FM – Knoxville

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· Jul 9, 2026

Culvert Project Closes Portion of Lone Star Road in Sullivan County Through September

SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WOKI) - Drivers in Sullivan County should prepare for significant traffic impacts as a major roadway improvement project gets ...

KROF – 960 AM – Lafayette

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· Jun 29, 2026

Driving Over the 4th? Road Construction You Should Know About

Driving Over the 4th? Road Construction You Should Know About

Malay Mail

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· Jul 3, 2026

Road maintenance needs joint responsibility from elected reps and agencies, says Ahmad Maslan after Johor inspections

JOHOR BAHRU, July 3 — Road maintenance requires the commitment and cooperation of all stakeholders, including elec...

Global News

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· Jul 7, 2026

Summer road trip essentials: What to pack before you hit the road

Read on for travel essentials from Monos, Coleman, Anker and more.

The West Australian

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· Jul 6, 2026

Man taken to hospital after early-morning crash at big intersection in Yanchep

Traffic is being disrupted at the intersection of two main roads after a morning crash that injured a driver.

Radio Tamazuj

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· Jun 21, 2026

Road repair by UN engineers improves movement between Warrap, Unity and Abyei

Residents, traders and local officials in parts of northern South Sudan say road rehabilitation work The post Road repair by UN engineers improves movement between Warrap, Unity and Abyei appeared first on Radio Tamazuj.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 10, 2026

NPE baiki tampalan jalan berbentuk ‘X’ esok

PETALING JAYA: Kerja pembaikan kekal terhadap tampalan jalan berbentuk ‘X’ di Kilometer 12.5 hingga Kilometer 12.8 arah Bangsar, Lebuhraya Baru Pantai (NPE) akan dilaksanakan esok bagi mengembalikan permukaan turapan lebuh raya itu kepada keadaan asal. NPE Sdn. Bhd. dalam kenyataan hari ini memaklumkan, tampalan jalan berhampiran Angkasapuri yang tular di media sosial itu hanya ... Read more The post NPE baiki tampalan jalan berbentuk ‘X’ esok appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jun 22, 2026

K2 Infra bags ₹390.91 crore Telangana road contract

The contract covers construction, upgradation, strengthening and maintenance of selected roads under the Panchayat Raj Engineering Department (PRED) in the Bhongir Circle

Mindanao Times

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· Jul 2, 2026

Commuters battle daily gridlock as Modern Bus Project slow to arrive

BY ARIEL JAMES P. MERO, LINDON ABAPO, JERRYHL LOQUINARIO, KIRSON CARSTAÑOS/DSSC Interns FUEL prices and worsening traffic gridlock on road chokepoints are forcing local commuters to alter their daily

Malaysiakini

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· Jun 24, 2026

Road Transport Act amendments: Key changes at a glance

There are hiked fines and new provisions on racing, 'Tonto', EVs.

The Tico Times

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· Jun 30, 2026

Costa Rica Starts Bridge Renovation on Busy Route

Drivers and pedestrians using one of San José’s busiest road corridors face temporary changes Tuesday as renovation work begins on a pedestrian bridge over the Circunvalación highway in the Hatillos area. The work is centered on the pedestrian bridge that connects Hatillos 2 and 5. The first stage involves removing the bridge’s out-of-service elevators, a [] The post Costa Rica Starts Bridge Renovation on Busy Route appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

UrduPoint

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· Jun 27, 2026

Anti-Encroachment Drive: Murree's Mall Road temporarily closed for traffic, pedestrians,DPO Muree

Anti-Encroachment Drive: Murree's Mall Road temporarily closed for traffic, pedestrians,DPO Muree

The Namibian

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· Jun 24, 2026

Rain Damage

Heavy rainfall and flooding in the ||Kharas region have damaged several roads, leading to the temporary closure of the Aussenkehr-Rosh Pinah road. The Roads Authority has advised road users to avoid flooded areas, obey road signs and use alternative routes where necessary. The post Rain Damage appeared first on The Namibian.

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jul 8, 2026

Temporary lane closures at RIPAHS Bridge and Jalan Labu

Temporary lane closures at RIPAHS Bridge and Jalan Labu

The News Letter

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· Jul 6, 2026

Traffic & Travel: County Tyrone road to be closed overnight for investigations following fatal road traffic collision

Road users have been advised of a planned road closure between nine pm on Tuesday July 7, and two am on Wednesday July 8.

The Rising Nepal

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· Jul 5, 2026

Transportation of daily necessities becomes difficult after ferry service stops

By Sher Bahadur Sarki, Bajura, July 6: Transporting daily necessities has become a major challenge for residents after t...

Ghanaian Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

CUTS urges govt to increase road fund allocation

The Consumer Unity and Trust Society (CUTS) International has urged the government to increase funding for road maintenance in the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to address the extensive damage caused by this year’s heavy rains. According to the policy think tank, deteriorating roads, bridges and drainage systems across the country are imposing significant costs on The post CUTS urges govt to increase road fund allocation appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Independent Online

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· Jun 27, 2026

The impact of budget cuts on road markings in eThekwini Municipality

The impact of budget cuts on road markings in eThekwini Municipality

NL Times

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Public transport strike tomorrow may lead to more: No morning trains, trams & buses

Commuters in the Netherlands will need to brace for a potentially rough Wednesday morning commute as public transport workers will walk off the job in a four-hour strike that will cut off

Our News Bahamas

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· Jun 29, 2026

React in Wake of a Deadly Traffic Tragedy That Claimed Four Lives

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Residents and workers along Shirley Street are calling for improved road safety measures after a fatal crash claimed the lives of four young women.

The Standard

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· Jul 1, 2026

Hammersmith Bridge will not reopen to vehicles as there is no funding available, council report suggests

Hammersmith Fulham Council is recommending a ‘phased repair’ of the bridge, prioritising access for cyclists and pedestrians

Watchdog Uganda

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· Jun 24, 2026

After 40 Years of Waiting, Kyanamukaka Roads Finally Get Major Upgrade

By Brian Mugenyi MASAKA DISTRICT — For more than four decades, residents of Kyanamukaka Town Council in Bukoto Central Constituency lived with poor road networks that hindered trade, access to social services and economic growth. Today, that long wait is finally coming to an end. Road construction equipment is now at work across the area, [] The post After 40 Years of Waiting, Kyanamukaka Roads Finally Get Major Upgrade appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

SundayTimes

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· Jun 27, 2026

MY BRILLIANT CAREER | My work is an absolute form of art

Tania Seeger, a design engineer with GIBB, specialises in the design of roads and the associated infrastructure

Limerick Post Newspaper

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· Jul 3, 2026

Kiely pucks it out of the park for Castletroy View residents

FINE Gael councillor Sarah Kiely has called on Limerick Council to progress plans to add a bus stop at the Claughaun GAA Club or within the immediate vicinity of Castletroy View for residents. Speaking at a recent monthly meeting of the Metropolitan District, Cllr Kiely hailed the 310 bus route as a great new addition [] The post Kiely pucks it out of the park for Castletroy View residents appeared first on Limerick Post.

Arise News

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· Jul 6, 2026

Tinubu Using Road Projects To Fight Insecurity, Says Umahi

Works Minister David Umahi says road projects in Borno improve access to border communities and strengthen logistics for security agencies.

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