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Ships from the U.S. must pass through the Panama Canals.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

She also suggests taking “a stroll through the Venice Canals, which is decorated during the holidays.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025

Canals are human-made but this inlet was naturally created by glaciers.

From Seattle Times • May 19, 2024

Scottish Canals who commissioned Bella hope she and the rest of the art park will eventually produce the same effect.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2024

“Cat of the Canals is known to many. If she is seen to have done this deed, it might bring down trouble on Brusco and his daughters. It is time you had another face.”

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin

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