Why is it so difficult for Olympic host cities to control costs?
An Oxford study found that despite cost-cutting measures, Paris is spending more than $1 billion more than the historical median cost of the Games.
An Oxford study found that despite cost-cutting measures, Paris is spending more than $1 billion more than the historical median cost of the Games.
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