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While you were sleeping: 26 August 2016

Trump accuses Clinton of bigotry, Italy declares state of emergency, and Super Rugby could be back down to 16.
John Stupart
By John Stupart
26 Aug
Earthquake in central Italy leaves at least 247 dead

“Which ANC would kill people in cold-blood because they want salary increases? We murder in full glare of international media Andries Tatane. We fail our own. We steal from the poor. All these things we do with absolute impunity,”

– Sipho Pityana

Story of the Day

Master of his own demise: How Zuma turned Gordhan into the political victim he once was 

President Jacob Zuma is becoming the biggest enemy of the nation he leads. He is seen as a danger to the country’s stability and interests. In the words of ANC veteran Sipho Pityana, he is “no longer honourable” and “untrustworthy”. Zuma has laughed off accountability for his scandals and abuses. He might even evade responsibility for the ANC’s terrible performance in the local government elections. But the hounding of Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan may be a step too far. Gordhan has become what Jacob Zuma was a decade ago – a victim of state security agencies, being pursued for political ends. We all know how that story ended. By RANJENI MUNUSAMY.
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While you were sleeping

Trump calls Clinton racist

Lagging 10 points behind in polls, Donald Trump called Hillary Clinton a racist during a rally in Nevada. In a desperate, last-ditch attempt to court increased votes from black Americans, Trump is now attempting to wreck Clinton's reputation. 'Hypocrisy' appears not to be in Nevada's state dictionary this week.Read More

Italy quake death toll hits 250

A state of emergency has been declared in regions worst-hit by this week's earthquake in Italy. With 250 dead and the toll expected to rise, hopes of finding more survivors are beginning to wane. Read More

US government wants to ban swimming with dolphins 

Hawaiian spinner dolphins are having their sleeping patterns ruined by eager tourists wanting to swim with the friendly creatures. The dolphins generally hunt for their food at night, resting during the day. At least, they would if they weren't being constantly woken up by dolphin-seeking tourists. Read More

Australia and SA could lose teams in Super Rugby

A report by Accenture for Sanzar on the ideal structure for Super Rugby could put forward the dropping of a team from Australia and South Africa. Other alternatives include losing two teams from South Africa alone. Just moved up to 18 teams, it appears the Super Rugby franchise could face choppy waters ahead. Read More

In Numbers

5'7"

Napoleon's height. This was the average height for the time.

Facts of the Day

Today in 1791 the patent for the steamboat was awarded in the United States. John Fitch was the owner.

Vending machines kill more people on average per year than sharks.

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