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British backpacker jailed over fatal e-scooter crash in Australia

Alicia Kemp, 25, pleaded guilty to dangerous driving causing death while under the influence of alcohol

Evening Standard

Rare World Cup miss for Australian snowboard superstar

Scotty James has had an uncharacteristically poor showing at the halfpipe World Cup in China with the Aussie great well off an all-Japanese podium.

AAP

OPINION - Like Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, I was falsely imprisoned and tortured in jail in Iran: this is my story

Kylie Moore-Gilbert shares her harrowing experience of being held in captivity in Iran

Evening Standard

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Australia 'stained' by its treatment of child offenders

Australia has been slammed for its juvenile justice laws as UN experts sound the alarm over the growing number of people in prison without a sentence.

AAP

'Not ready': investors chop down deforestation action

National Australia Bank shareholders have rejected resolutions related to deforestation, but its chairman says he has concerns about the practice.

AAP

Tszyu 'ready to retire': fuse lit with sabotage claim

The stage is set for Tim Tszyu's make-or-break showdown against Anthony Velazquez, with the Australian superstar's team accused of sabotage.

AAP

Twitch Blocked for Under-16s in Australia — Experts Warn of Mental and Social Harm

Australia has blocked access to Twitch for users under 16, effective immediately, with existing accounts set to close by 9 January 2026.

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Government reveals taxpayer-funded deal to keep Australia’s largest aluminium smelter open. How long we will pay?

It seemed inevitable – politically at least – that the federal government would step in to save Tomago Aluminium in New South Wales, Australia’s largest aluminium smelter.

The Conversation

Korean culture wave crashes onto Australian shores

An exhibit of South Korean pop culture has gone on display in the nation's capital, showcasing some of the biggest names from Korean film, TV and music.

AAP

I’m heading overseas. Do I really need travel vaccines?

Australia is in its busiest month for short-term overseas travel. And there are so many things to consider when planning your trip. Unfortunately, it’s easy to overlook the importance of pre-travel vaccinations.

The Conversation

Canberra Targeted In $10M Robbery Dubbed Australia’s ‘Version Of The Louvre Heist’

Four French men are accused of stealing watches, jewellery, and handbags from the affluent suburb of O’Malley in a heist-style burglary, before being arrested at... a KFC restaurant.

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The Reject Shop faces a legal threat from a UK artist over a flamingo egg cup. Does it have a leg to stand on?

Australian retailer tells ceramic artist Hannah Turner it won’t restock the product amid debate over copyright

The Guardian - AU

Smelter's future secured but cost to taxpayers unclear

Australia's largest aluminium smelter has been handed a government lifeline to ensure it keeps running beyond 2028 amid spiralling energy costs.

AAP

Reddit launches High Court challenge against Australia’s social media ban

Both legal actions contend the legislation is unconstitutional

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Dodgy darts more prevalent than legal cigs in Australia

Illicit tobacco is blowing a hole in Australian lungs and the federal budget, with up to $11.8 billion in foregone revenue each year due to excessive excises.

AAP

England's worst-case scenario is Head at No.5: Warner

David Warner says moving Travis Head back to No.5 could make Australia's batting more dangerous in Adelaide, with Usman Khawaja opening.

The Conversation

Should Australia establish an independent body to investigate scientific misconduct? We asked 5 experts

Most of us trust scientists. We believe they are not just competent, but honest as well.

AAP

Distance no worry for Australia's winter Olympians

Spread out across Italy's Alps and cities, Australia's Olympic chef de mission Alisa Camplin-Warner says a new-look opening ceremony is logical and necessary.

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The Guardian - AU

Reddit launches high court challenge to Australia’s under-16s social media ban

Platform fighting world-leading ban on grounds it contravenes implied freedom of political communication in constitution

AAP

Successful defence giant's bid won't hurt Japan ties

Australia's relationship with Japan won't be hurt by a decision to allow a South Korean defence giant to double its share in the nation's sovereign shipbuilder.

The Conversation

Travel influencers ‘do crazy things’ to entertain us – and downplay the risks

It’s common for Australians to use social media to find their next hike or swimming spot. And there’s a huge array of travel influencers willing to supply the #inspo for their next trip.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: concern over online peptides market, the tobacco trap, Trump ‘sleepwalking to war’

Guardian Australia investigation reveals availability of experimental, injectable drugs; US Democrats sound alarm at Venezuela tanker seizure

The Conversation

Big batteries are now outcompeting gas in the grid – and gas-rich Western Australia is at the forefront

Australia’s electricity grids are undergoing a profound transformation. Solar and wind have provided 99% of new generating capacity since 2015. Last month, renewables hit parity with fossil fuels for the first time.

The Conversation

With Nvidia’s second-best AI chips headed for China, the US shifts priorities from security to trade

This week, US President Donald Trump approved previously banned exports of Nvidia’s powerful H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips to China.

AAP

Unchecked port profits risk entrenching cost-of-living

Australian consumers and businesses could face escalating prices from stevedores making huge profits charging record prices to freight and shipping operators.

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