How much is winning a World Cup actually worth? This year, it would seem, that it is more valuable than ever. But is money more important than happiness?

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Witness the birth of a Jabulani, the official ball of World Cup 2010. Something about this video reminds me of seeing Darth Vader without his mask.

Happy New Year!

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