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CNN fumbles yet again...

Was reading an article this morning on CNN.com regarding the recent train crash in Cairo that killed 58 people. My prayers are with those that were lost in the tragic accident, and with their families. You can read about it here.

Near the end of the article, the author writes "Families of each victim who died in the crash will receive 5,000 Egyptian pounds (around $28, 570.) The injured will receive 1,000 Egyptian pounds (about $5,750.)."

Ok, correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't it customary to RESEARCH your facts before publishing an article for the world to see? 5,000 Egyptian pounds does not equal $28,570, in either Canadian or American dollars, unless there has been some unforeseen economic boom in the country overnight? The correct amount should read 5,000 Egyptian pounds (about $876 US).

To read a proper article about the accident, written by someone who actually took the extra two seconds to do their homework, read this article instead.

posted by Jinkerjacket @ 9:33 AM