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FIFA World Cup 2026 & Your Wallet: How to Cash In Right Now

  The biggest sporting event in history is happening right now in Canada. Here's what it means for your money — whether you own property, rent, or just want to watch. The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off on Canadian soil on June 12 — and whether you've been following the matches or not, this tournament is already leaving a mark on Canadian wallets. Toronto and Vancouver are hosting games through July 19, and the economic ripple effects are very real: in hotels, short-term rentals, restaurants, and yes, your tax return. If you're a homeowner — especially in Toronto or the GTA — there's still time to benefit. And if you're simply a Canadian taxpayer, it's worth knowing exactly what this tournament is costing us, and what we're getting back. Here's everything you need to know about the FIFA World Cup and your money. The Big Picture: What This Tournament Is Worth to Canada FIFA projects that hosting the World Cup will contribute up to CAD $3.8 billion in eco...
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Hurricane Melissa Slams Cuba, Triggers Widespread Evacuations Amid Flooding Threat

 

          A man walks under the rain before the arrival of Hurricane Melissa in Canizo, a village in Santiago de Cuba.


Hurricane Melissa made landfall in eastern Cuba early Wednesday, unleashing destructive winds and torrential rains that have prompted mass evacuations and urgent warnings from forecasters. The storm, which previously battered Jamaica as a Category 5 hurricane, struck near the city of Chivirico as a Category 3 system with sustained winds of 120 mph.

Authorities in Cuba evacuated over 735,000 residents from vulnerable areas, including the provinces of Granma, Santiago de Cuba, Guantanamo, Holguin, and Las Tunas. The National Hurricane Center warned of life-threatening flash flooding and landslides, with rainfall totals expected to reach 10 to 20 inches in some regions. Coastal communities are also bracing for storm surges of up to 3 meters, threatening low-lying areas with inundation.

Melissa’s path through the Caribbean has been marked by devastation. In Jamaica, the storm caused widespread damage to infrastructure, knocked out power and communications, and left entire communities submerged under floodwaters. The hurricane’s rapid intensification has been linked to unusually warm Atlantic waters, a trend scientists say is consistent with climate change.

As Melissa continues its northeast trajectory, it is forecast to move into the Bahamas later Wednesday. Emergency services across the region remain on high alert, with forecasters urging residents to heed evacuation orders and stay informed through official channels.


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