Workers are risking dangerous heat to keep the World Cup running

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By Emily JonesJul 10, 2026, 4:45 am299 ptsTop
Extreme heat continues to be a major concern throughout this year’s World Cup, and organizers of the tournament have built hydration breaks into games designed to help players stay safe. And some stadiums have air conditioning. But that doesn’t help all the people selling concessions, cleaning the stadium,…

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