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April 11, 2026

Great Reads

Welcome to Great Reads, where we share a selection of provocative, inspiring, and delightful stories worth your time this weekend.

Jessica Tezak/The Globe and Mail

Millions of dollars and years of research have gone into ensuring uniformity across 16 playing fields for FIFA’s tournament

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The arrest of a competitor for attacks on GFL executives’ homes underscores the cutthroat nature of construction contracts

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Brahma Chellaney

Making water fair game in conflict, in a region where the vital resource is already scarce, has implications that extend far beyond the Persian Gulf

Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press

A Liberal majority appears to be within reach, but how long it lasts is another question

Cole Burston/The Globe and Mail

Former player turned analyst keeps the memory of his son, Kevin, near him at every game

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