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News Corporation posted a solid third quarter with revenues climbing 9% to $2.19 billion and net income from continuing operations up 13% to $121 million, driven by robust performances in Digital Real Estate Services, Dow Jones, and Book Publishing.

Finder Energy has completed the first tranche of its $33 million capital raise, issuing 42 million shares at 50 cents each to institutional and professional investors. The company will seek shareholder approval in June for a second tranche involving 12 million more shares.

Orbital Corporation has landed a key US order for five 150HFE heavy fuel engines, setting the stage for a lucrative Power by the Hour service model tied to a major US Coast Guard ISR program.

NoviqTech (ASX: NVQ) advances its biochar carbon removal strategy with a key non-binding MoU covering 70% of credits from its Great Barrier Reef project, targeting 2026 commercial milestones.

American Uranium has started drilling the final 55 holes at its Lo Herma uranium project in Wyoming, aiming to expand and upgrade resources before a planned Q3 2026 Mineral Resource update and Scoping Study.

FleetPartners Group Limited reported a 7.3% rise in half-year profit to $37.05 million, driven by lease portfolio growth and the integration of Remunerator. The company declared an 11.9 cent fully franked interim dividend and confirmed a positive outlook for FY26.

Evolution Energy Minerals (ASX:EV1) is set to start drilling at its Chikundo Copper Project in June 2026 despite assay delays, while progressing the Chilalo Graphite Project towards first production in October 2027 with a modular development plan and clear funding milestones.

EVZ Limited projects full year revenue between $120 million and $125 million for FY26, alongside an EBITDA forecast of $8.5 million to $9 million, reflecting improved margins and operational efficiency.

Santana Minerals has won New Zealand government approval to buy 3,680 hectares critical to its Bendigo-Ophir gold mine, paving the way for a NZ$500 million investment and 350 jobs.

Smartgroup delivered a robust start to 2026 with double-digit growth in novated leasing orders and a new app rollout, while targeting mid-40s EBITDA margins for 2027 amid supportive EV policies.

Finder Energy has launched a $3 million Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand the chance to buy shares at $0.50 each, a 15% discount to recent prices. The funds will accelerate engineering and procurement for the KTJ oil project.

BrainChip detailed significant progress in its neuromorphic AI technology and commercial strategy at its 2026 AGM, highlighting the AKD1500 chip launch and expanding defense and industrial collaborations.