129K views · 802 shares | The Panama Canal, a modern engineering marvel, is an artificial waterway in Panama that connects the Atlantic Ocean with the Pacific Ocean. The construction of the canal was one of the largest and most difficult engineering projects ever undertaken. Know more about it! #WorldCupFever #ExploringNations #Panama | Unacademy | Facebook

🌍 The Panama Canal: Connecting Oceans, Transforming Trade The Panama Canal is a vital maritime shortcut linking the Atlantic Ocean (via the Caribbean Sea) to the Pacific Ocean. Spanning 82 km (51 miles) across Panama, it revolutionized global shipping by saving time and avoiding the treacherous Cape Horn route. 🚢 Key Highlights: Opened: August 15, 1914 Function: Uses a system of locks (e.g., Gatun Locks) to lift ships over varying elevations. Importance: Handles over 14,000 ships annually, boo

16K views · 19 reactions | In Colombia, thousands of migrants are waiting to cross into Panama via the deadly Darien Gap. Even as news of deportations at the U.S. border reaches migrant groups, the majority say they would rather attempt the dangerous journey than stay where they are. https://cbsn.ws/3BpRKQB | CBS Mornings | Facebook