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IFS names Mihita Podobnik Chief People Officer for global AI push
IFS appoints Mihita Podobnik as Chief People Officer to lead global people strategy during its international expansion in Industrial AI. 
© 2026 ITBrief Wed, 01 Oct 2:45am 

How an annual club best-and-fairest night could shape the whole AFL trade period
At Essendon’s Crichton Medal, Zach Merrett will inevitably stand up and accept his sixth award. Then what does he say? “How ’bout those Hawks?” 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Wed, 01 Oct 2:45am 

Reynolds, Madge eyeing more premiership glory
Eleven years after winning an NRL premiership together at South Sydney, Adam Reynolds and Michael Maguire could be on the verge of more glory at Brisbane. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Wed, 01 Oct 2:45am 

Dropped Bronco’s classy response to grand final axing
Brisbane forward Ben Talty reacts to being dropped for the NRL grand final. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Wed, 01 Oct 2:45am 

St Kilda keep hold of captain in waiting
Tom Morris reports St Kilda gun Callum Wilkie recommits to the club. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Wed, 01 Oct 2:45am 

Imgur blocks access to UK users after proposed regulatory fine
The image-hosting platform - which is widely used to make memes - was facing a fine over its use of children's data. 
© 2026 BBCWorld Wed, 01 Oct 2:25am 

I switched from Chrome to an AI browser and got an imperfect glimpse of the future
Perplexity’s Comet is the most advanced AI browser right now, and it’s actually pretty cool. You can watch the browser’s built-in AI perform actions in real time, like clicking buttons on web pages and navigating between links. Yet while Comet might be a foretaste of the future of web browsing, it’s... 
© 2026 PC World Wed, 01 Oct 2:15am 

Cloudinary unveils new AI tools to ensure image authenticity at scale
Cloudinary launches AI-powered tools to ensure image authenticity and streamline editing at scale, helping brands maintain trust and quality in digital visuals. 
© 2026 ITBrief Wed, 01 Oct 1:55am 

Sonic Team’s Takashi Iizuka on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Sonic Team’s Takashi Iizuka opens up about his move to Los Angeles to rebuild the Sonic name. Now, he’s just released Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, a high speed racing video game inviting characters from Microsoft, Nickelodeon and more. 
© 2026 Wed, 01 Oct 1:15am 

-Vestas secures 133MW of turbine orders for delivery from 2026
-I spoke to 7 executives this month. Here's how they're using AI at work.
-Tesla's org chart: These are the executives in charge at Elon Musk's car company
-Clean energy glut draws cryptocurrency miners to Brazil
-Morning Bid: Shutdown talks go to the wire as Q3 ends

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Canberra young gun arrested at Northies for malicious damage
The 20-year-old NSW Origin junior representative allegedly poured his alcoholic beverage into one of the gaming machines on the premises. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Wed, 01 Oct 2:45am 

Munster's message to 'grub on the field' criticism
Storm gun Cameron Munster has a message for those who thinks he's a "grub on the field". 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Wed, 01 Oct 2:45am 

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She’s 17, almost 2m tall and 27 US colleges want her. This Aussie kid has everyone excited
Teenager Sitaya Fagan has made history after she was offered a record 27 college scholarship offers to play at the best women’s basketball programs in America. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Wed, 01 Oct 2:45am 

Thomas Sullivan named Managing Director of DTCC Digital Assets
Thomas Sullivan has been appointed Managing Director of DTCC Digital Assets to lead strategic growth and innovation in digital finance and blockchain integration. 
© 2026 ITBrief Wed, 01 Oct 2:35am 

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Save 25% on this budget-friendly Ryzen 7 mini PC for home offices
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© 2026 PC World Wed, 01 Oct 2:15am 

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The Simpsons Movie returns for sequel after two decades
"Homer's coming back for seconds", 20th Century Studios announced on Monday. 
© 2026 BBCWorld Wed, 01 Oct 1:05am 

-Chinese state media criticise some automakers for inflating car order numbers
-'Made in Germany' initiative to invest €735 bn in economy by 2028
-Captured documents reveal Hamas organized, funded Gaza flotilla
-3 Students Dead, 38 Trapped in Rubble After Boarding School Collapses During Prayer Time

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