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When a global powerhouse like the BBC ends up apologising for a “misleading edit” of Donald Trump’s speech - a move that’s now sparked resignations and a potential $1bn lawsuit - it shakes more than their newsroom. It shakes faith in journalism itself (Image supplied)

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