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• Suns stamp AFLW top-four credentials as Crows rebound

  10-10-2026 23:33 via abc.net.au
  
  Gold Coast Suns continue their run as the surprise packets of the AFLW season, consolidating their top-four spot with a victory over Melbourne.
  
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• More than 300 scientists say AI oversight needed after 'preventable' hacks

  13-10-2026 13:06 via abc.net.au
  
  Hundreds of scientists from more than 30 countries call for greater AI safety measures in an open letter, saying that without them, critical infrastructure risks being exposed.
  
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• World Cup revenge, Olympics firing Mooney beyond 100

  13-10-2026 11:05 via abc.net.au
  
  Beth Mooney is still smarting over Australia's World Cup loss to India last year, and as the star prepares for her 100th ODI against Bangladesh, she still has her eyes set on a couple of long-term goals.
  
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• Anne Aly accuses Liberal MP of racism after 'stoning' comment

  13-10-2026 10:14 via abc.net.au
  
  The Labor frontbencher says she has received 19 death threats this week alone while calling out Angie Bell's remarks in a social media post.
  
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• PM says government trying to stop 'abhorrent' US execution live stream

  13-10-2026 08:57 via abc.net.au
  
  Anthony Albanese says the government is exploring all options to prevent the potential live streaming of a US execution from being seen in Australia.
  
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• Live: South African batters digging in as Durban Test nears gripping finale

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia needs six wickets to win the first Test against South Africa as the Kingsmead contest comes down to the fifth day. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Australia chases victory as Durban Test approaches gripping finale

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia needs six wickets to win the first Test against South Africa as the Kingsmead contest comes down to the fifth day. Follow live.
  
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• The French supermarket hack could happen in Australia, experts say

  13-10-2026 08:36 via abc.net.au
  
  Experts say the incident demonstrates a shift in the cybersecurity threat landscape. 
  
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• How third-party systems leave supermarkets vulnerable to cyber attacks

  13-10-2026 08:36 via abc.net.au
  
  Experts say the incident demonstrates a shift in the cybersecurity threat landscape. 
  
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• How NRL's Super League bid could revive a fallen giant

  13-10-2026 07:04 via abc.net.au
  
  Premiership-winning coach Trent Robinson is helping Les Tricolores again at the Rugby League World Cup, and he hopes a potential NRL investment in Super League could boost the sport in France.
  
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• Consumer watchdog takes egg 'cartel' to court

  13-10-2026 05:18 via abc.net.au
  
  Sunny Queen and 11 other egg businesses coordinated on production and supply decisions, likely substantially reducing competition for many years, the ACCC alleges.
  
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• ACCC takes egg 'cartel' to court

  13-10-2026 05:18 via abc.net.au
  
  Sunny Queen and 11 other egg businesses coordinated on production and supply decisions, likely substantially reducing competition for many years, the ACCC alleges.
  
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• Lukewarm Liberal response to Josh Frydenberg's potential return

  13-10-2026 05:14 via abc.net.au
  
  The former treasurer has teased a return to politics, as his former colleague Barnaby Joyce called for him to "cut the BS" and be up-front about his leadership ambitions.
  
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• Live: The manosphere unpacked. Our experts answer your questions

  13-10-2026 02:00 via abc.net.au
  
  From parenting to mental health, relationships to body image, our experts are here to break down everything you need to know about the manosphere. Join our live Q&A now.
  
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• Live: Experts weigh in on whether the manosphere is a ‘passing wave’ or ‘tectonic shift’

  13-10-2026 02:00 via abc.net.au
  
  From parenting to mental health, relationships to body image, our experts are here to break down everything you need to know about the manosphere. Join our live Q&A now.
  
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• Live: Experts weigh in on whether the manophere is a ‘passing wave’ or ‘tectonic shift’

  13-10-2026 02:00 via abc.net.au
  
  From parenting to mental health, relationships to body image, our experts are here to break down everything you need to know about the manosphere. Join our live Q&A now.
  
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• Experts weigh in on whether the manosphere is a 'passing wave' or 'tectonic shift'

  13-10-2026 02:00 via abc.net.au
  
  From parenting to mental health, relationships to body image, we asked some experts to break down everything you need to know about the manosphere. 
  
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• European Tour gives LIV golfers ultimatum and shuts door on playing both

  13-10-2026 00:16 via abc.net.au
  
  The European Tour will not allow golfers to play in its events and be part of the LIV Golf league.
  
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• Smith monitored for concussion after hit to helmet while batting

  12-10-2026 23:22 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia will continue to test Steve Smith for a delayed concussion, after the vice-captain's blow to the head added further questions to the side for the second Test. 
  
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• Live: Blakey set for North as Roos and Swans agree to blockbuster AFL trade

  12-10-2026 23:22 via abc.net.au
  
  North Melbourne moves closer to securing the signature of wantaway Sydney star Nick Blakey on the penultimate day of AFL trade period. Follow the live coverage.
  
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• Live: Blakey closes in on North move, Lion requests late trade to Bombers

  12-10-2026 23:22 via abc.net.au
  
  North Melbourne moves closer to securing the signature of wantaway Sydney star Nick Blakey on the penultimate day of AFL trade period. Follow the live coverage.
  
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• Live: Oil prices on the rise as energy supply concerns continue

  12-10-2026 23:20 via abc.net.au
  
  Brent crude approached $US107 overnight, while the local share market has a mixed lead from Wall Street. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
  
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• Track cyclist who ditched Australia withdrawn from world champ squad

  12-10-2026 22:09 via abc.net.au
  
  British track cyclist Matthew Richardson, who defected from Australian cycling at the end of the Paris Games, has been withdrawn from this week's UCI Track World Championships in Shanghai.
  
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• Cyclist who ditched Australia withdrawn from world champs over allegations

  12-10-2026 22:09 via abc.net.au
  
  British track cyclist Matthew Richardson, who defected from Australian cycling at the end of the Paris Games, has been withdrawn from this week's UCI Track World Championships in Shanghai.
  
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• Live: Taxpayers fund $630m pay boost for care workers

  12-10-2026 21:57 via abc.net.au
  
  Nearly half a million health, disability and community workers will get a taxpayer-funded top-up to their wages, the government has confirmed. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Minister says live streaming of US execution would be 'disgusting'

  12-10-2026 21:57 via abc.net.au
  
  Labor frontbencher Murray Watt describes a proposed live streaming of a US execution as "absolutely disgusting" but stops short of committing to legislative change to prevent Australians from watching it. Follow live.
  
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• Refusing to yield momentum, ruthless Australia is perfectly set for victory

  12-10-2026 21:53 via abc.net.au
  
  South Africa tried to wrestle back some control of the first Test, but Matt Renshaw again shone to put Australia in sight of victory.
  
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• Quick hits: Cummins blasts and Maharaj juggles as Smith pulls up lame

  12-10-2026 21:41 via abc.net.au
  
  Pat Cummins's explosive knock pushes Australia clear, Keshav Maharaj produces some magic in his follow-through and Steve Smith doesn't join his teammates in the field. Here are the quick hits from day four of the first Test between Australia and South Africa. 
  
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• AI inquiry urges independent safety watchdogs inside companies

  12-10-2026 21:10 via abc.net.au
  
  A bipartisan parliamentary committee wants independent experts embedded inside AI companies, backs data centre investment and urges a copyright review.
  
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• Billions in the bin as economy struggles with true cost of food waste

  12-10-2026 21:07 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia wastes about $36 billion worth of food a year and experts say many businesses don't even know how much potential profit they're throwing away.
  
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