On Friday, Greece joined the thickening ranks of China’s economic allies in Europe. But European officials remain wary of China’s intentions.
Tag: Bridges and Tunnels
Scotland Dispatch: ‘Dog Suicide Bridge’: Why Do So Many Pets Keep Leaping Into a Scottish Gorge?
Since the 1950s, hundreds of dogs have jumped off a gothic stone bridge in northern Scotland. Many have died. Researchers say there is a rational explanation. Others are not so sure.
At Least Five Killed in Pedestrian Bridge Collapse in Mumbai
A pedestrian bridge connecting a train station with a road collapsed in Mumbai on Thursday, killing at least five people and injuring more than 30, police said.
Bus Explodes in Stockholm, Injuring Driver
No passengers were on the vehicle, which rammed into a tunnel in the Swedish capital and sent plumes of smoke and flames shooting into the sky.
Genoa Bridge Collapse Throws Harsh Light on Benettons’ Highway Billions
Autostrade, a privatized road operator, dwarfs the Italian family’s fashion empire. It’s now facing angry questions about big profits and lax regulation.
Israel, in Rare Admission, Confirms Strike on Iranian Targets in Syria
By lifting the veil on its campaign to curb Iranian influence in the region, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared to be trying to convey confidence during his re-election campaign.
Denmark Train Accident Kills 6 and Shuts Down a Major Transit Artery
The disaster occurred as a passenger train and a freight train passed each other on a windswept bridge, but it was not immediately clear what happened.
Renzo Piano Design Will Replace Collapsed Bridge in Genoa
The design by the Genoan-born architect features 43 lamps to honor the 43 victims of the Morandi Bridge collapse last summer.
For Some in Hong Kong, New Bridge Has a Downside: ‘That Kind of Tourist’
Since the world’s longest sea bridge opened last month, a deluge of shoppers from mainland China has had a once-quiet suburb up in arms.