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  2. "The world has to learn an age-old lesson which every household knows only too well: live within your means." bit.ly/JYa59Z
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  15. When public confidence is lost in an institution such as the judiciary,can it ever be restored,and if so,at what cost? bit.ly/KV08FV
  16. Franchising can give those with entrepreneurial flair a start, writes Stafford Thomas. bit.ly/LWfZJZ
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  18. New rail investment - Prasa has said it will force its winning bidder to accept a BEE partner chosen by the agency bit.ly/INugIU
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  20. Growth in the casino industry has slowed. Marc Hasenfuss looks at what the future holds for the sector. bit.ly/Iouemk