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1. I was told it’s ‘not a job for a girl’. The Florida plane crash shows not much has changed Nine · 4 Nov 2026

   When I first obtained my commercial pilot’s licence I felt ready to take on the world, only to be told that the travelling public did not want a woman in the left-hand seat.

2. Americans Cast Their Votes, From Sea to Shining Sea The New York Times · 4 Nov 2026

   In gymnasiums, town halls, classrooms and even restaurants, voters headed to the polls on Tuesday to decide control of the Senate, House and more.

3. Blow for gig economy as Uber loses $81m High Court battle Nine · 4 Nov 2026

   The rideshare giant lost its appeal in a landmark legal case - a blow likely to have a broader impact on the gig economy.

4. Man sentenced to 10 years in prison for raping six-year-old niece over a decade ago Jerusalem Post · 4 Nov 2026

   In its sentencing decision, the court sharply criticized the defendant's actions and his exploitation of the age difference and the family's trust.

5. A-G denies Zini's request to interrogate Arab party senior lawmakers, says evidence needed Jerusalem Post · 4 Nov 2026

   Likud released a response to the A-G's decision later on Tuesday, accusing her of "attempting to conceal the truth from the citizens of Israel."

6. Trump says US has no immediate plans to strike Iran, ‘getting everything we want’ in negotiations Jerusalem Post · 4 Nov 2026

   US Vice President JD Vance said on Sunday that there had been "a number of good conversations with the Iranians" after officials from the Islamic regime met with Qatari mediators in Doha.

7. The accidental star: How John Waters turned a cheeky bluff into a 50-year career Nine · 4 Nov 2026

   The veteran actor went from 10-pound Pom to Play School icon. He reflects on fatherhood, reuniting with Sigrid Thornton and why he loves it when his work schedule is relentless.

8. NZ First's Michael Laws' comment on Opportunity 'makes my skin crawl', says Qiulae Wong, while latest poll delivers hung Parliament interest.co.nz · 4 Nov 2026

   Latest Taxpayers' Union-Curia Poll delivers hung Parliament, Luxon rules out NZ First's Michael Laws from his Cabinet after 'stupid' Opportunity comment

9. Appeals court to rule on ex-President Yoon's high-stakes election law case Korea Times · 4 Nov 2026

   An appeals court was set to rule Wednesday on former President Yoon Suk Yeol's election law violation case in a ruling that could force the main opposition party to cough up nearly $30 million in election expenses, if finalized. The Seoul High Court was scheduled to hold the hearing at 2 p.m., which…

10. Alan Jones trial live updates: SMH journalist Kate McClymont returns to witness box in former 2GB broadcaster’s alleged indecent assault, sexual touching trial Nine · 4 Nov 2026

    The Herald’s chief investigative reporter will give evidence on Wednesday about her interviews with men who later became complainants in Jones’ criminal trial.