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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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Deadly Vendetta Shooting Rocks Crete Village, Leaving Two Dead and Ten Injured

A police official said the attack followed an explosion on Friday night at a construction site where a bomb was placed.

A violent shooting in the mountain village of Vorizia, Crete, has left two people dead and at least ten others injured in what police believe is the latest escalation of a long-running family vendetta. The attack occurred late Saturday morning when gunmen armed with AK-47s and shotguns opened fire on homes and vehicles in the narrow streets of the village.

The victims have been identified as a 39-year-old man and a 56-year-old woman, both killed during the hail of bullets. Emergency services confirmed that ten others sustained injuries, with several rushed to hospitals in Heraklion. Two of the wounded are currently under police guard as investigators probe their possible involvement in the clash.

Authorities say the bloodshed followed an explosive attack the previous night on a nearby construction site, believed to be linked to the same feud. Witnesses described the village turning into a “war zone,” with hundreds of rounds fired in minutes. Residents reported chaos as ambulances and even farm vehicles were used to transport the wounded.

Police reinforcements, including special units, have been deployed to the area, but no arrests have yet been made. The attackers are thought to have fled into a nearby ravine. Officials warn that the incident highlights the persistent issue of illegal firearms and entrenched vendettas on the island, where family feuds have historically erupted into violence.

The Greek government has condemned the attack, while local leaders are calling for urgent measures to curb the cycle of revenge killings that continue to scar Crete’s rural communities.


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