The World Cup is coming. It’s ridiculous and expensive. Let’s try and enjoy it anyway
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OPINION
The World Cup is coming. It’s ridiculous and expensive. Let’s try and enjoy it anyway
MARSHA LEDERMAN
PUBLISHED MAY 28, 2026
UPDATED JUNE 10, 2026
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Science World in Vancouver is wrapped as a soccer ball on Sunday ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
ETHAN CAIRNS/THE CANADIAN PRESS
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