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Firm embroiled in Nvidia scandal linked to Australian newsagent worker Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The Australian subsidiary of the firm at the centre of the alleged Nvidia spy scandal lists a newsagent worker as it sole director.
Jillaroos spring a surprise as teams are named for World Cup finals Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Australia has named its men's and women's sides for this Sunday's Rugby League World Cup finals against New Zealand, including a surprise Jillaroos call.
Surf Lakes to sell dormant Yeppoon prototype site Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The wave pool was a world-first prototype at the time and gained attention from surfing champions but in recent years has sat abandoned.
Wind farm approval will see 300-metre-high turbines erected in southern NSW Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Turbines almost as tall as the Eiffel Tower are set to be erected near Hay in southern NSW after a major wind-farm project gets approval from the Independent Planning Commission.
Man jailed for performing Nazi salute during court hearing Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
A 43-year-old man who performed a Nazi gesture towards police and later via video link during a Hobart court hearing has been sentenced to two months' imprisonment.
Lifeguard in tears as she recalls drowning of nine-year-old boy Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
A 17-year-old lifeguard who had only been working for two weeks went into "shock" after retrieving a drowning nine-year-old boy.
Night surfing trial gets green light despite concerns about sharks Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The proposal to trial night surfing as part of a World Surf League event at Snapper Rocks next year is backed by the Gold Coast City Council.
Preschooler hospitalised with suspected snakebite in northern Victoria Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The pre-school aged girl is in hospital awaiting further investigations after a suspected snakebite.
'Unlikely' neurological conditions led to Floreat double murder, inquest hears Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The premeditated actions of a man who shot dead a mother and daughter in their Perth home showed "high-level" planning and it's unlikely his neurological conditions were a contributing factor, a court hears.
'Not enough evidence' to determine young woman's cause of death, inquest finds Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The circumstances surrounding the death of a Wilcannia woman in 2022 have been the subject of two police investigations and a coronial inquest.
Light plane clips car near airport, injuring two people Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Two people were taken to hospital with head injuries after the incident near Lilydale Airport.
Who is Jensen Huang and why is the Nvidia CEO scandal important? Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
After news broke of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with an alleged Chinese intelligence asset Nvidia's value plummeted. Why?
Driver jailed for hitting two Canberra schoolboys with stolen car appeals sentence Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Lawyers for a man jailed for hitting two schoolboys with a stolen car in Canberra's south have argued the judge made multiple errors in sentencing, and did not give appropriate weight to his childhood or his expressions of remorse.
Data centre builder Firmus says diesel generators only for emergencies Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
AI data centre developer Firmus Technologies has appeared before a parliamentary inquiry and given assurances it will only use diesel generators in times of emergency.
Victorian One Nation candidate dumped over Hitler comments Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Victorian Party leader Warren Pickering said there was no place in One Nation for abhorrent views.
Heritage application last-ditch effort to halt Lee Point development Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Two Larrakia custodians attempt to prevent the federal government from building a large housing estate at Darwin's Lee Point by requesting an emergency heritage listing for the area.
Starc's 'opinion hasn't changed' as he disputes Khawaja sandpaper claims Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
Mitchell Starc becomes the first current player to respond to Usman Khawaja's fresh Sandpapergate claims, denying that he and the other bowlers knew about the plot.
Alleged murder victim stabbed repeatedly and left crying for help, jury hears Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
A murder trial has started in South Australia's Supreme Court over the death of 21-year-old William Holdback, who was allegedly stabbed 10 times over a disagreement about drugs.
More homes proposed for entertainment precinct in 'tall over sprawl' plan Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
A proposed Brisbane City Council plan would see height restrictions eased and entertainment precinct rules and noise limits strengthened in Fortitude Valley to encourage "tall over sprawl" housing.
Investigation into death of 15-day-old baby boy Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026
The death of a 15-day-old baby boy from southern Tasmania is the subject of a public plea for information from police.
News from the BBC World Service
Jemima Goldsmith accuses Russell Brand of violence and abuse against her Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Goldsmith accuses the disgraced entertainer of "violence, coercive control and abuse" while they were in a relationship. What happened inside court as Brand was sentenced Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 The BBC's Sima Kotecha was inside the court as the judge sentenced Brand to 10 years and six months in prison, after being convicted of rape and sexual assault. Phones to be banned from pupils' bags or pockets under stricter rules for schools in England Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 The government says it is strengthening its guidance for schools in England, which came into force in June. Trump says more US attacks on Iran 'highly unlikely' Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 The president says the US is keeping "status quo" with Iran but remains “locked and loaded” should the situation change. US military aircraft leave second UK base, report says Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 This comes weeks after the US withdrew its bombers from RAF Fairford airbase in September. The superpower battle over energy – and what it means for your bills Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 A tug-of-war between China and the US could have a big impact on energy costs, but who will win? Meghan makes first public appearance since father's arrest Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 The Duchess of Sussex has pulled out of giving a speech with Prince Harry at the event promoting children's online safety. 'Baffling but brilliant' post-apocalyptic novel The End of Everything wins Booker Prize Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 M John Harrison becomes the oldest ever winner of the prestigious literary award at the age of 81. Epstein associate who still runs model agency 'put me in danger' says abuse survivor Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 A woman says an agency boss sent her to photoshoots at the sex offender's Florida beach home. Trump says FBI investigating Nvidia boss's affair with alleged Chinese spy Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 The US president said he spoke with Jensen Huang on Monday and asked him about the affair with the alleged spy. Ukraine peace talks resume with 'some flexibility' by warring sides, US officials say Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Kyiv, Washington and Moscow are all sending delegation to the United Arab Emirates for the first trilateral talks since February. Man Utd expected to sack head coach Carrick Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Michael Carrick's Manchester United reign appears close to an end following the club's worst start to a domestic campaign in 40 years. I took Vinted to court to get my money back Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 The BBC hears from Vinted sellers who describe difficulties accessing money held in their online wallets. How a civil servant got away with juggling five jobs for so long Posted on Monday November 09, 2026 Kashim Chowdhury has been convicted of fraud after pocketing £284,000 of taxpayers' money over three years. Faisal Islam: What Jensen Huang told me about China, national security and persuading Trump Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Huang, who is now being investigated over an affair with an alleged Chinese spy, is far more important to the future of the world order than other tech bosses. My life as the UK's youngest lighthouse keeper Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Jeri Cormack, 28, looks after three historic lighthouses in Caithness on the edge of the British mainland. Meet Stephanie Case - the first woman to run 100 miles in Antarctica Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Stephanie Case makes history by becoming the first woman to complete extreme 100-mile race in Antarctica. Divorced after five days: 'My sham husband made me believe he loved me' Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Jane, who met her husband on a dating app, says he dropped the bombshell news in a text message. The Papers: 'Brand jailed for 10 years' and 'shamed star caged' Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Russell Brand's sentencing after being convicted of rape and sexual assault dominates Tuesday's front pages. Polish unity on show as thousands join silent march for Krakow shooting victims Posted on Tuesday November 10, 2026 Fiercely proud of its reputation for safety, Poland has been profoundly shaken by Saturday's attack, writes Sarah Rainsford.
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