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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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Fragile Gaza Truce Struggles Amid Renewed Clashes

                                  Palestinians walk past the rubble of destroyed buildings in Gaza City

Efforts to sustain peace in Gaza remain tenuous as violence between Israeli forces and Hamas continues to undermine a ceasefire agreement signed in early October. Despite international acclaim for the truce, progress toward lasting stability has been slow, with fresh clashes highlighting the fragility of the deal.

On November 24, Israeli forces killed three Palestinians near the demarcation line separating areas of Israeli control. According to Palestinian medics, two were killed and another wounded by a drone strike east of Khan Younis, while a tank shell claimed another life in Gaza City. Israel’s military stated that its actions targeted “terrorists” crossing into restricted zones, posing an immediate threat to troops.

The ceasefire, brokered six weeks ago, was intended to halt two years of devastating warfare. However, reports suggest Israel has violated the truce nearly 500 times since it began, resulting in hundreds of civilian deaths, including women and children. Meanwhile, humanitarian efforts continue under the supervision of international coordination centers, but optimism is tempered by ongoing hostilities.

The United States and its allies are exploring contingency plans should the truce collapse entirely, including proposals for a civilian Palestinian administration to replace Hamas in governing Gaza. Yet, with demolitions of homes and infrastructure persisting—over 1,500 buildings reportedly destroyed since the ceasefire began—the situation remains volatile.

In summary, while the truce brought a brief respite, renewed violence and unresolved disputes threaten to unravel fragile progress, leaving Gaza’s future uncertain.


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