How Panama Canal began life 100 years ago

Canal connecting Atlantic and Pacific oceans regarded as prize achievement of 20th-century engineering.

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Mapping Israeli attacks and the displacement of one million in Lebanon
Nearly one in five people in Lebanon have been forced from their homes as Israel launches new ‘ground operations’.
Published On 17 Mar 2026
Map shows how 22 days of attacks have evolved in US-Israel war on Iran
Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of attacks, illustrating the targets hit and the weapons used since February 28.
Published On 16 Mar 2026
How much of the Gulf’s water comes from desalination plants?
Gulf states produce 40 percent of the world’s total desalinated water through more than 400 plants.
Published On 12 Mar 2026
Which countries have seen the highest petrol prices since the Iran war?
At least 95 countries have reported petrol price rises since the attacks on Iran by the US and Israel on February 28.
Published On 11 Mar 2026