Can the Panama Canal save itself?
The most famous waterway in the Americas is running dry. Unlike the Suez Canal, the Panama Canal is fed by a freshwater lake, Lake Gatún, and its water level is falling critically low. After a choppy boat ride across Lake Gatún, Nelson Guerra, the Panama Canal Authority's hydrologist, points toward a …
More stories from Panama Canal
More stories from Lifestyle
I visited 13 major European cities in 6 months. Here are 2 I can't wait to visit again and 2 I probably won't return to.
During a six-month trip around Europe, I embraced the "slow travel" mindset, which encourages travelers to spend quality time in each destination they visit. This was important to me because I really wanted to get to know the places I was staying in. I explored 13 major cities in countries including …
This Miami steak is officially one of the best in the world, according to Time Out
We know our way around a piece of meat here at Time Out. So much so that we’ve just dropped our brand new list of the very best steaks in the world. …
Join the flipboard community
Discover, collect, and share stories for all your interests
Sign upMore stories from Water
- Scottflipped into ROAD TRIP!
Don't Do This in Vietnam: 20 Things Not to Do in Vietnam
Our guide on the Things Not to Do in Vietnam for your next trip. Vietnam is a captivating destination with its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant …
- Mashable Indiaflipped into Culture
Ganga Water In Haridwar No Longer Safe For Drinking, Netizens Ask 'What Happened To Namami Gange?'
The Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board has put Haridwar's Ganga river water in the 'B' category, meaning it is no longer safe for drinking. However, the water is suitable for other purposes like bathing. The recent testing of the water in November was part of the inspection the board carries out …
- The Texas Tribuneflipped into The Texas Tribune
Texas’ push to meet soaring power demand with nuclear energy could spark uranium mining revival
State leaders want nuclear reactors to provide consistent, low-carbon power to large industrial facilities. But in South Texas, locals worry what a …