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Test cricket captain Pat Cummins has denied any knowledge of sandpaper being used in the 2018 Test series against South Africa.Former batter Usman Khawaja claimed in his new book that "everyone" involved in that series had knowledge of ball tampering.But Cummins, who bowled in that series, has unequivocally rejected that in a press conference. He's called the claims "complete and utter nonsense". Luke speaks to Warwick Hadfield about the latest developments.Plus, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang quits after admitting to an extramarital affair with an alleged Chinese spy.

Our Friday political panel discuss the week that was.

Earlier this week the government announced its plans to legislate mandatory safety standards for AI developers. 

South Australia is set to become the first state to connect to a national system - which will monitor the criminal history of Australians who have a working with children check.

The Horizon Europe deal unlocks more than $150-billion for science, industry and innovation projects from the start of 2027.

Nvidia's shares have tumbled further overnight, following the resignation of its co-founder Jensen Huang over further revelations about his extra-marital affairs.

CBA says it's completed a remediation program - but small business groups want the federal government to step in.

An Israeli air strike has hit one of the main hospitals still operating in southern Gaza overnight, killing at six people and injuring at least 28 others.

British entertainer David Walliams is facing widespread condemnation, amid allegations he preyed on young female fans - allegations he denies. It comes just days after British comedian Russell Brand was sentenced to more than a decade in jail for rape and sexual assault.British Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says Brand's conviction should be a wake-up call for the media and entertainment industries.We hear from journalist Dorothy Byrne whose work led to the documentary 'Russell Brand: In Plain Sight'.Then - the Victorian construction the  CFMEU expels its former bossWe'll dive into the organisation, and hear from the man administering it.And the sandpaper scandal given a second innings - thanks to a new book from star batsman Usman Khawaja that's sent his former teammates back to the crease.

Cricket Australia say it won't re-open the investigation into the sandpaper scandal but questions remain on who knew what and when.