Saudis say 330 convicted in terrorism trials

Saudi Arabian authorities Wednesday announced the convictions of 330 people accused of taking part in terrorist plots, with an unspecified number receiving prison sentences. An Australian, identified by the Australian government as Stern Hu, had been held along with three Chinese co-workers since Sunday, Foreign Minister Stephen Smith said. He said the reason for Hu's detention "came as a surprise" to the Australian government. "We've raised our concerns with the Chinese Embassy in Canberra," said opposition leader Malcolm ...