French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a halt to arms shipments to Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly rejected the appeal, condemning it as uncivilised and accusing the West of double standards. This comes as Israeli strikes on Gaza and Lebanon continue.

For many Hindus, Jains, Buddhists and Sikhs - scattering the ashes of loved ones into flowing water after their cremation is an important final ritual. However, some communities in Australia lack dedicated places for these ceremonies. After years of advocacy, one Hindu community in South Australia now has an approved site for this and other related religious rituals.

You wouldn't expect to see a flock of sheep running around in a major city.And there aren't many major cities that continue traditions from nearly a thousand years ago that would cause traffic jams in all directions.But then... the city of London is one of those major cities that makes its own rules.

Iran’s Supreme Leader has pledged continued support for regional allies fighting Israel, defending Iran’s 1st of October missile strike on Israeli military targets. This comes as Israel battles Hezbollah in Lebanon and as the US targets Iran-aligned Houthi forces in Yemen, as civilian casualties mount in Lebanon and Gaza.

There's been a fair share of personal attacks and vitriol between US Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris as the US election nears. Many have become immune to vitriolic remarks in US politics, particularly from Trump, but why is this behaviour more common in US politics compared to Australia? SBS' Catriona Stirrat speaks to Associate Professor David Smith from the University of Sydney's United States Studies Centre for this edition of Weekend One on One.

It started in London two decades ago and spread to 23 countries, including Australia. These days, around six million people participate in the global phenomenon that is Parkrun.

Boeing's Starliner mission to the International Space station has not been their finest moment. Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore first travelled to the station in early June aboard a Boeing Starliner spacecraft for what was expected to be a week-long test mission. But issues with helium leaks and malfunctioning thrusters forced NASA to decide Starliner’s problems were not well enough understood for the space agency to allow Williams and Wilmore to return to Earth on it. Jason Rabinovitch is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Stevens Institute of Technology in New Jersey. Before that he worked at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory for more than six years

Australia is facing biodiversity risks, prompting industry and environmental leaders to take action. A world-first Global Nature Positive Summit will address urgent need for nature protection and restoration. The federal government has re-affirmed its commitment to collaborate with all sectors in tackling biodiversity loss.

The Coalition has called for the Iranian ambassador to be expelled from Australia following a post praising Hezbollah's leader after he was killed in an Israeli strike.The government has condemned the comments by Ahmad Sadeghi, but is not looking to remove him from the country.

Explosions have been reported near Beirut's main airport in southern Lebanon, as Israeli forces continue targeting Hezbollah infrastructure. Israel has urged residents of more than 70 towns in southern Lebanon, including Nabatieh, to evacuate amid growing military activity.

Supermarkets have been put on notice over a practice known as 'shrinkflation', which is a practice that is rife in the industry and is when a product is downsized but the price remains the same or even increases. To combat the tactic - the government is now seeking to strengthen unit pricing codes, making price and volume labels more readable, prominent and comparable, and introduce new penalties for those supermarkets - doing the wrong thing.

Australia's Parliament has approved new laws that govern the operation of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Minister Bill Shorten has also published a list that outlines what NDIS funding can and cannot be spent on from now on. But disability advocates say all of this has been "rapidly" developed with next to no engagement with the sector - and it might not even solve the problems it's supposed to address. In this episode of the Too Hard Basket, we take a closer look at what the changes are, and why disability groups are so concerned.

Two Royal Australian Air Force planes have landed in Cyprus, as the government prepares to evacuate Australian citizens from Beirut. Around 1700 Australians have told the Department of Foreign Affairs they want to leave Lebanon, as Israel’s incursion into the country’s south continues. Sydney mother Marie Shebl is one of them. She has booked a commercial flight on the 11th of October, but as fighting intensifies, she is worried she won’t make it out. Marie speaks with SBS Political Correspondent Sara Tomevska.

The Government has secured additional seats on commercial flights out of Beirut as it attempts to assist the 15,000 Australians currently in Lebanon. A Royal Australian Air Force plane has landed in Cyprus as the government prepares to evacuate more citizens, warning Australians to leave as soon as they can.

Israel and Iran exchanged threats of retaliation at a UN Security Council meeting, raising fears of a broader Middle East war. Israel vowed to respond after Iran launched around 180 ballistic missiles that injured Israelis and killed a Palestinian. Iran claimed the attack was necessary to restore balance following Israel's killing of Hezbollah's leader.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on to reset relations on issues such as trade, security and immigration. Starmer, whose Labour Party won in July's election, has made clear that his government won't seek wholesale negotiation of the Brexit deal that took Britain out of the bloc, but he is seeking to tweak the relationship in a range of areas. Meanwhile, the EU heads to a significant vote tomorrow that could see new trade barriers with China.

From measuring a woman's health based on her attractiveness, to studies showing women have to prove themselves to be sicker than a man to receive treatment. In this bonus episode of 'Hysterical', Cattriona Stirrat speaks with Dr Lea Merone, a researcher in women's health. She breaks down concepts such as Yentl syndrome and the 'beauty myth', but also shares her own story of confronting the very issues she studies.

The government has begun helping some Australians out of Beirut as Israel escalates its ground incursion into southern Lebanon. It comes as the Prime Minister reiterates months-long calls for Australian citizens to leave.

Nearly 50,000 union members working at America's East and Gulf Coast ports have started industrial action, slowing or stopping America’s imports and exports. It could become the country’s most disruptive work stoppage in decades - but it could have a flow on effect to trade around the world, including here in Australia. What the union is asking for, and what the US Maritime Alliance which represents the major shipping lines is willing to give, are miles apart. SBS's Phoebe Daes spoke to international shipping expert Sal Mercogliano, Professor of Maritime History at Campbell University and the host of What's Going On with Shipping on YouTube, and asked him to explain the significance of the strikes and why the strike could be significant for Australia

Vice-Presidential candidates Republican Senator JD Vance and the Democrat governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz have held their first and only debate on CBS News with just over a month to go until the United States election. The pair sparred on policies including immigration, abortion, and gun ownership as well as the escalating Middle East conflict.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves and Rhayna Bosch speak with Shane Oliver from AMP and Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett to find out how the latest developments in the Middle-East may play out on global markets as Iran steps into the conflict.

More seats secured to evacuate Australian citizens in Lebanon... gun control a flashpoint in the U-S Vice Presidential debate... and the metropolitan teams the favourites for this weekend's Rugby League Koori knockout

The Australian Ballet School is celebrating its 60th birthday with a special performance in Melbourne showcasing some of its best talent. The program has been choreographed by current students and will also feature some of the school's most renowned alumni.

Iran has launched nearly 200 ballistic missiles at Israel in retaliation for the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, Hamas leader Ismail Haniya and others. The attacks which resulted in minor injuries to two Israelis has been widely condemned with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowing to retaliate, something Iran is warning Israel not to do.

There's been a 40 per cent surge in the value of goods donated to charities in the last financial year - the highest on record. New data has also revealed the need for non-food aid has never been higher, as Australians continue to grapple with the cost-of-living crisis.

The federal government has ordered online dating companies to develop an industry code of practice to better protect users from sexual harassment. The code outlines a number of obligations including escalating complaints when there is an imminent threat to safety. It comes as new research has found that across five years to 2021, almost three in four people experienced online sexual harassment by someone they met on a dating app.

Qatar Airways is seeking 25% of Virgin Australia, so what will that mean for competition in the local and international aviation sector. Michael O'Scannail speaks with Ellis Taylor from Cirium for more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through the day on the sharemarket with Mike Jenneke from UBS Wealth Management.

There's been a fair share of personal attacks and vitriol between US Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris as the US election nears. Many have become immune to vitriolic remarks in US politics, particularly from Mr Trump, but why is this behaviour more common in US politics compared to Australia?

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has issued the first humanitarian visas to a small number of Palestinian families in Australia. After almost a year of pushing for a humanitarian pathway, community advocates have welcomed the move. But they are calling for a clear visa pathway for all those who have arrived in Australia.

The Israeli Defence Forces have launched limited ground operations in southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah. Supported by airstrikes, these operations follow the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Lebanese health authorities are reporting 95 Lebanese have died in strikes on Monday, as 11 Palestinians were killed in central Gaza's Nuseirat refugee camp.

Spring time in Australia represents more than just blooming flowers, it also brings with it swooping season for magpies. Some magpies can be fierce defenders of their territory. Experts are advising people to be aware, stay calm and even try to gain the trust of the birds.

Qantas says there's been minimal disruption so far from industrial action by its maintenance workers, who are seeking a better pay deal from the airline. But that hasn't dampened the enthusiasm on the part of workers taking the action.

Not having enough money to buy period products is a major problem for women and girls around the world. The Kenyan government is considered a global leader in access to sanitary products repealing added taxes on pads and tampons in 2004, and passing a law in 2017 to make period products free for school girls. And one charity is helping disabled women in the coastal city of Mombasa earn a living by making reusable period pads.

The government has delivered the first back to back budget surplus in almost two decades. Treasurer Jim Chalmers is celebrating the economic win, but household budgets around the country are still struggling to keep up in a cost of living crisis?

Public health experts are calling on the government to make good on its election promise to institute a permanent centre for disease control to ensure we're prepared for the next pandemic. While the final report from an independent inquiry into Australia's pandemic response has been delayed, health professionals say the government needs to act with urgency to ensure a coordinated prevention effort can keep Australians safe

Israel's military has struck central Beirut for the first time since the conflict began nearly a year ago. It has also struck Yemen, targeting the Houthi rebel strongholds of Hodeidah and Ras Issa, in retaliation for a ballistic missile attack on Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport targeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Iran's supreme leader has declared five days of mourning after Israel's assassination of Hezbollah's leader Hassan Nasrallah. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says the death of the Iran-backed leader will not go unavenged. Israel used what are known as bunker buster bombs in airstrikes in Beirut to carry out the killing that was ordered by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. While supporters of Nasrallah across Lebanon, Iraq and Iran are in mourning there have also been celebrations after the killing of one of Israel's longtime sworn enemies.

As the big two supermarkets are being brought to court over allegedly misleading consumers with their discounts, what could this mean for our food and grocery sector? SBS' Catriona Stirrat spoke with Allan Fels, the former chair of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission - the very governing body that is alleging Coles and Woolworths have broken Australian consumer law. Fels raises points around a lack of competition and the importance of accountability, as well as interesting questions around who might have been aware of these alleged behaviours.

One in five Australian children suffer from chronic pain. But new research shows the problem is often ignored, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. That can affect their physical and mental development.

Israel's military says it's carried out strikes on Hezbollah's headquarters in Beirut which it claims is buried underneath residential buildings south of the city. The strikes hit several buildings and US media is reporting Hezbollah's leader Hassan Nasrallah was the target.

A rare diamond necklace with possible links to former French queen consort Marie Antoinette is to be auctioned in November with a price estimate of around AU$4 million. The 18th century jewel, was last seen in public in 1973 before being sold into a private collection.

Australia has a serious skills shortage yet many qualified refugees still struggle to find appropriate jobs. A new project aims to change that, by offering positions to those facing barriers, such as limited local experience.

The mining sector has had one of its strongest weeks in years as investors digest the latest round of Chinese economic stimulus and ask what else is to come? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tony Sycamore from IG Markets for more, plus a new report has found inadequacies with some retirement calculators so we find out what can be done about it with Xavier O'Halloran from Super Consumers Australia.

A nine-month-old baby King penguin living in Melbourne has quickly captured hearts around the world. Pesto has become an internet sensation with fans across the globe and international media.With a diet of about 25 to 32 fish in a day, Pesto weighs 23-point-five kilograms and is towering above the height of his foster parents.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has firmly rejected growing international calls for a temporary ceasefire, declaring Israel will continue its military operations against Hezbollah with full force. Lebanon’s foreign minister has expressed concern for his country, warning that ongoing conflict poses a threat to his country's existence. Despite the intensifying crisis, the United States hopes for a diplomatic resolution.

With summer approaching, few things are more appealing than a long, cold beer. Except with the climate warming up, brewing the perfect pint is becoming more of a challenge. In Germany, where they are preparing for the Oktoberfest beer festival, brewing beer is close to a religion. The beer industry is looking to find ways to make hops - a vital ingredient of beer - more resistant to rising temperatures and drought

A student-led protest in Hong Kong, with umbrellas, had its beginnings 10 years ago. It quickly grew and at times, brought parts of the city to a standstill, also becoming a global symbol for peaceful resistance. Several of the movement's leaders were later convicted of public nuisance charges and sentenced to jail. While it has been described as a watershed moment for the pro-democracy movement in China's special administrative region, freedoms in Hong Kong have since further eroded. According to estimates by the Hong Kong Democracy Council, there are currently more than 1,800 political prisoners in Hong Kong.

Allies including the US, UK and EU have called for a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon, following an escalation in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. The 12-strong bloc proposed an immediate 21-day pause in fighting to provide space for diplomacy towards the conclusion of a diplomatic settlement and a ceasefire in Gaza. The ceasefire call comes as Israel's army chief rallied his troops on the border with Lebanon to prepare for a possible ground invasion.

The Australian sharemarket rose 1 per cent today as investors prepare for even more Chinese economic stimulus measures, but is it enough? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks in detail with Chris Weston from Pepperstone to find out.

A traditional healing ceremony has been held in Darwin for the families of three US Marines who died during a training exercise over the Tiwi Islands in the Northern Territory. Around two dozen personnel were on board an Osprey aircraft when it crashed on the remote Melville Island, north of Darwin, in August last year.

A free community laundry service has seen encouraging results in reducing the prevalence of skin infections and scabies in remote Northern Territory communities. Untreated scabies infestations can lead to dangerous secondary infections, which can then be a factor in causing rheumatic heart disease.

The latest supermarket price report by consumer advocacy group Choice has revealed Aldi is once again the cheapest grocer in the country. This comes as Woolworths and Coles face allegations by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission that they have broken consumer law. But is it always possible for consumers to shop around?

Some Australians stuck in Lebanon say they are trying to heed the Prime Minister's call to flee the country - but are being held up by the government. Batoul Hijazi and her one-year-old son Adam are Australian citizens, but Batoul's husband and Adam's father Abbas Wehbe isn't. They're waiting on the Department of Home Affairs to approve visas for Abbas so the family can flee to safety in Australia but are still yet to hear word from the government.

Australia's Age Discrimination Commissioner is calling on people to shift their attitudes towards older people, and for ageism to be treated the same way as sexism and racism. Research from the World Health Organization shows negative stereotypes can contribute to elder abuse, push people out of the workforce and even shorten lifespans. Advocates say an intergenerational approach is needed to challenge deeply-held beliefs and values.

The Prime Minister has left the door open to take changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax to the next election after reports that Treasury is costing the policy. Anthony Albanese says he'd need to be convinced reforms would increase housing supply as key housing reforms languish in the Senate.

Inflation has slipped into the RBA's target band so what does that mean for interest rates? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses with Johnathan McMenamin from Barrenjoey and Hebe Chen at IG Markets, plus Stephen Cobat from UBS Global Wealth Management explains why Sydney is only at a moderate risk of being in a property bubble.

Young boys at risk of using family, domestic and sexual violence will be able to engage in early intervention programs under a federal government initiative. The $23 million in funding for organisations across the country is looking to catch early signs of antisocial behaviour and break the cycle of violence.

Nearly 600-people including a senior Hezbollah leader have been killed in two days of Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon. The exchange of fire across the border is the worst conflict between Israel and Hezbollah since the 2006 war, which destroyed parts of the Lebanese capital Beirut. The United States and the United Nations are calling for both sides to step back from the brink of regional war as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues on in Gaza with no end in sight.

World leaders are gathering in New York as the United Nations General Assembly opens. It's the international organisation's biggest annual event where top leaders of all UN member countries speak to the world and each other.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has urged Israel against a ground invasion of Lebanon, and has called for Australians to leave the country whilst commercial flights are still available. SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson spoke to Senator Wong, who is in New York for the United Nations General Assembly

Intense Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon have killed at least 492 people in the past 24 hours, making it the country's deadliest day since its brutal civil war ended more than 30 years ago. Lebanon's Health Ministry says at least 35 children are among the dead. There've been widespread strikes - hitting about 1600 sites, so far, targetting dozens of towns and villages in southern Lebanon, as well as southern parts of the capital, and the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon's east.SBS's Janice Petersen spoke to Makram Rabah, Assistant Professor of History from the American University in Beirut and asked him about the reaction in Lebanon.

An interest rate cut in Australia may still be some time away after the Reserve Bank left them on hold at 4.35% today and highlighted its focus on underlying inflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through today's decision with RSM Australia Economist Devika Shivadekar and Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool.

The Reserve Bank has held the cash rate steady, as expected by economists, with a warning: inflation remains too high. While central banks around the world have already started cutting rates, RBA governor Michelle Bullock says they also raised rates much higher than in Australia.

After the deadliest year on record for aid workers, the Australian Government will spearhead an international program to strengthen protections for humanitarian staff. It comes as the family of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom has called on Israel to end what they've described as a "blatant disregard" for the lives of humanitarian workers.

The supermarket giants are being brought to court after allegedly breaking Australian consumer law. So what kind of penalties are expected if Coles and Woolworths are found guilty, and what role can consumers play in holding big companies to account?

Israel has attacked hundreds of Hezbollah targets in air strikes which Lebanese health authorities say killed hundreds of people and injured more than one thousand. It's the deadliest day in decades for Lebanon - and the escalation is increasing fears of a wider regional war.

A female cat has more freedom in Afghanistan than a woman does, according to Hollywood actor Meryl Streep. She's spoken at the United Nations in a bid to get world leaders to focus on the plight of Afghan women and girls, since the takeover of the country by the Taliban in 2021.

A new report by housing advocacy group Everybody's Home outlines the issue as being largely driven by rent increases and no-grounds evictions, and are calling for urgent reform.

The ACCC claims supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths has engaged in misleading discount pricing so Naveen Razik speaks with Rosie Thomas from CHOICE to find out when a grocery story deal is a deal, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the sharemarket news of the day with David Scutt from City Index.

The federal opposition has drawn criticism from across the political spectrum over the lack of costing detail in its nuclear energy policy. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has delivered a major speech devoted to nuclear energy, but says he's not revealing the price of the policy just yet.

The 51-year-old stalwart of Australian football faces a tough task in a short amount of time, as he tries to turn around Australia's sagging campaign to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. But, it's a task he's approaching with immense pride, and confidence.

His victory marks a shift towards change, with promises to tackle corruption and lead the country out of its ongoing economic crisis. This election follows Sri Lanka's worst financial crisis in decades, which led to widespread protests and the resignation of the previous president.

Israel has raided and shut down Al Jazeera's bureau in the occupied West Bank in its continued efforts to clamp down on the Qatari broadcaster. Meanwhile, escalation of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has threatened to overshadow the ongoing devastation in Gaza.

Australians living in the remote Northern Territory on the Tiwi islands have been facing some of the highest crime rates in the nation. Local elders are now looking to remedy that through a grassroots approach that will provide support for families in the community.

The stability and wellbeing of the Indo-Pacific has taken the spotlight at the Quad Summit in the United States- the meeting between the leaders of the United States, Australia, India and Japan.

Businesses insolvencies are rising as operating costs soar and a growing number are defaulting on their tax debts, according to a credit reporting bureau. In Sydney, two entrepreneurs have joined forces to boost their incomes.

First Nations arts workers will be able to share their cultural knowledge under a new fellowship that will see them travel to the Netherlands and have access to the second largest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art outside of Australia. The Nguluway Dhuluyarra Fellowship is the result of a partnership between the National Gallery of Australia, the Embassy of the Netherlands and the Wereldmuseum in Leiden.

A combination of dwindling demand and changing tastes has seen Tupperware Brands file for bankruptcy this week. The U-S company made colourful plastic food containers go-to items in kitchens all around the world. But demand has dropped for its products in recent years with a younger generation of shoppers moving away from plastic.

An Israeli strike on Beirut has killed at least 14 people, including a top Hezbollah military commander. Israel's military says the strike killed Ibrahim Aqil, a founding member of Hezbollah's military wing.

Each year, 19,000 Australians are diagnosed with blood cancer and about 1,000 of them approach the Australian Bone Marrow Donor Registry looking for a stem cell donor. The registry says Australia is facing a critical shortage of registered stem cell donors from all cultural backgrounds. Lisa Smith is the CEO of the Australian Bone Marrow Donor Registry. She spoke to SBS Macedonian's Ana Kotaleska.

Millions of Sri Lankans will vote today in the first election since the country's worst economic crisis. President Ranil Wickremesinghe is seeking a fresh mandate, pointing to how the economy has stabilised after months of food and fuel shortages. SBS Asia Correspondent Aaron Fernandes told Greg Dyett it's a significant election with no frontrunner.

Alex Ryvchin, the co-Chief Executive of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, speaks to SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson about Australia abstaining from this week's UN vote on Israel and the Palestinian territories.

Graham Arnold has resigned as coach of the Socceroos, after more than six years in charge. It comes following a series of poor results in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup that have jeopardised Australia's place in the tournament.

Tens of thousands of older Australians are waiting up to fifteen months to receive home care support.

Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has accused Israel of attacking his group’s communication devices, resulting in 37 deaths and 3,000 injuries. He vowed Israel will face severe consequences. Meanwhile, Palestinian diplomats are urging the UN Security Council to enforce the General Assembly's resolution, which calls for Israel to end its "unlawful presence" in Gaza and the West Bank within a year.

Australia is facing criticism from some for abstaining from voting on a United Nations resolution to end the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories within twelve months. The non-binding vote passed the UN General Assembly with 142 nations voting in favour, twelve voting against and 43 abstaining. The Federal Opposition says Australia should have opposed the resolution and that view is shared by the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, while the Greens say Australia should have voted in favour. Izzat Abdulhadi is Head of the General Delegation of Palestine to Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. He spoke with SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson.

The US Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first time in four years overnight, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses what that means for the US economy and whether Australia's Reserve Bank will follow suit with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham and Morningstar Chief Investment Officer Matt Wacher.

The Climate Council says solar is saving Australians a collective three billion dollars on power bills every year – and it's hoping to double these numbers. But experts are questioning how feasible this really is, as Aussies continue to grapple with the cost-of-living crisis.

The government is being called to respond to 25 recommendations from a Senate inquiry into perimenopause and menopause. The inquiry heard from hundreds of women across Australia, who shared stories of stigma, dismissal of symptoms and financial barriers. In this bonus episode of 'Hysterical', we hear from advocates and women with lived experience on what they want the federal government to do.

Australia is facing criticism after abstaining from voting on the U-N resolution to end the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories within twelve months. The non-binding vote passed the United Nations General Assembly.

A Ukrainian drone strike on a military depot inside Russia has injured 13, triggering a large fire and evacuation. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has praised the attack, as Russia’s President, Vladimir Putin, vowed military upgrades to his army and navy.

Lebanon has suffered a second wave of attacks with the explosion of walkie-talkies and solar energy equipment across the country. The recent blasts have been worrying the international community, which fears an escalation of hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel.

A new set of protections for teenagers on Instagram has raised questions about whether tech companies can be trusted to self-regulate for the safety of children. Experts remain unconvinced, saying the new measures do nothing to combat harmful content spreading on the platform and could easily be bypassed by tech-savvy kids.

Do you know when and how often compulsory super contributions are made by your employer into your super fund? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Super Members Council CEO Misha Schubert about the government's move to make empolyers pay super at the same time as payday. Plus, Ben Richards from Seneca Financial Solutions discusses the day's sharemarket action- including expectations for a US interest rate cut overnight.

More than one thousand delegates have gathered in Perth for the largest rural health conference of its kind in the southern hemisphere. A key highlight of the three-day event was addressing the unique challenges faced by Indigenous communities in some of Australia's most remote locations.

A landmark report into modern slavery in New South Wales has found temporary workers in rural and regional parts of the state are being exploited. Practices such as debt bondage, forced labour, and in extreme cases, servitude, were exposed in key industries including agriculture, horticulture and meat processing.

The Labor Party campaigns as the party for workers, but with an election creeping closer, it’s trying to sell itself as the party for business, too. However, businesses say they're being suffocated by red tape from a swathe of industrial relations laws bought in over the past two years.

A series of explosions involving hundreds of handheld pagers used by Hezbollah has killed at least nine people and injured 2,700. The Lebanese government and Hezbollah accuse Israel of carrying out the attack as tensions escalate.

Donald Trump’s running mate, JD Vance is calling for a reduction in political rhetoric after what appears to be a second assassination attempt on Mr Trump. This comes amidst heightened political tensions ahead of the upcoming elections, prompting increased security measures for election workers, volunteers, and voters.

The ASX has snapped a new intra-day record, securing 8,150 points for the very first time. US rates optimism still fuelling those gains in equity markets - both locally and on Wall Ttreet. For more – Rhayna Bosch speaks with Pitt street market analyst, Stuart Roberts.

Labor's attempts to put its housing bills to a vote in parliament have been thwarted, with the rest of the Senate teaming up to block the move. With two housing bills stalled in the parliament, the government is now dangling the prospect of a double dissolution election to get its agenda through.

Australia's Paralympics medal haul has been the lowest for decades. Para athlete advocates say the lack of investment in athletes with a disability is the reason Australia only bagged 11 medals in Paris.

Almost seven thousand people became Australia's newest citizens today, at more than 100 ceremonies around the country. Today marked Australian Citizenship Day, celebrating 75 years of Australians no longer being simply regarded as British subjects.

Despite a significant increase in the representation of women in leadership roles at Australia's top companies, major corporations are still failing to represent the multicultural Australian landscape. A number of female business leaders have come together to call for executives to better reflect Australia's diverse array of culturally and linguistically diverse communities in corporate decision-making.

Israeli military actions in Gaza has resulted in over 42,200 deaths and more than 95,000 injuries since the 7th of October. This comes as UN experts criticise Western support for Israel, citing human rights violations and questioning Israel’s UN membership. Meanwhile, Iran denies supplying the Houthi rebels with a hypersonic missile launched at Israel from Yemen.

US authorities have raised concerns after a suspected second assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump. The US president, the security services and Congress say more measures will be taken to put an end to the political violence that haunts the country.

New research shows just 30 per cent of retirement age Australians have enough super balance to retire comfortably. While the number is expected to rise in the next three decades, experts are warning Australians to always ensure they're paid the right amount.

The federal government has used the 2nd anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death to announce further targeted sanctions and travel bans on five Iranian individuals. They include senior security and law enforcement officials, who the government says have been complicit in the repression of protests in Iran. 195 Iran-linked individuals and entities have already been sanctioned - almost half have links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Twenty-two year-old Mahsa Amini's death, following her arrest by so-called morality police in Iran, sparked the nationwide Woman, Life, Freedom movement across the country, which some protesters say is still continuing.

The ASX 200 has hit an all-time record close, after matching its previous intra-day high. The gold miners, a key catalyst – as the price of the precious metal continued to soar ahead of an expected US rate cut. For more on that decision, plus what to expect from other major central bank meetings this week, Rena Sarumpaet speaks with Ophir asset management head of research Luke McMillan.

A new government report has estimated that over 411,000 Australians living with dementia. That number is expected to reach almost 900,000 by 2050. Yet advocacy groups and experts warn our health systems, as they currently stand, cannot accommodate those numbers. They add stigma is hindering timely diagnoses and treatment – particularly among young people.

The government has put housing on top of the agenda as the Senate sits this week. But there's no clear pathway for the Help to Buy and Build to Rent legislation, with both the Greens and the Coalition opposing the bills.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is investigating what it says appears to be a second assassination attempt on Donald Trump while he was golfing. Secret Service agents spotted and fired on a gunman in some bushes near the presidential candidate, with the suspect then fleeing the scene only to be arrested by local police. Trump is safe following the incident, while Democratic presidential hopeful Kamala Harris expressed relief her political rival was out of danger.

It's Dementia Action week, and Alyssa Gamaldo-Roddy is a professor in the Department of Psychology and Institute for Engaged Aging at Clemson University in South Carolina in the United States. Her research focuses on identifying adverse and protective factors associated with cognitive functioning, particularly in populations at risk for Alzheimer’s and related dementia. She also discusses how aging has changed from generation to generation as information has become more readily available with the development of technology.

United States President Joe Biden and United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer have met to discuss Ukraine as NATO considers allowing the country to strike deep inside Russian territory with Western weapons. While some NATO leaders say Ukraine has the legal and moral right to conduct these strikes, others warn there needs to be adequate consideration of the risk of escalating conflict with Russia.

The latest theatre of conflict in the Middle East may be, of all things, soft drink purchases. The current war has many supporters of the Palestinian cause rethinking their beverage choices- and leaving global brands for local alternatives.

Could improving the quality of Australia's political debate, come from the approach of what a new nonprofit is calling "finding uncommon ground"? The founder of Amplify, Paul Bassat, spoke with Biwa Kwan.

Regional Australians are more at risk of skin cancer compared with people living in major cities. And at the same time, their access to healthcare - including skin checks - can be limited. But an Australian researcher is developing a tool that could identify skin cancer with a simple patch test.

Voters in the United States go to the polls in early November to elect their next president and this week just over 67 million of them watched the debate conducted in Pennsylvania between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Cameron Watts spoke to Jared Mondschein from the United States Studies in the hours just after the debate for his assessment.

Amid a labour shortage in the sectors like the construction industry, there has been a call to support the recruitment and retention of female tradies. SBS speaks to Jo Farrell, the founder of not-for-profit Build Like A Girl.

A new grassroots organisation seeks to open up spaces for everyday Australian citizens to participate in creating policy solutions to issues like housing, education and Indigenous Affairs. Georgina Harrison is the CEO of Amplify. She says after 23 years working in the public service, she saw a strong need to create a different way of approaching and producing better policy outcomes. Biwa Kwan spoke to her about the initiative and the plan to strengthen democracy.

It was an anti-climatic day for the Australian share market, which fell just a few points short of an all time record. But gold did not disappoint – the commodity soaring to new heights – as investors poured in ahead of expected US rate cuts. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tony Sycamore, a market analyst with IG Australia.

Women have been trying to make their mark in the male dominated building and construction industry for decades. Less than 3 per cent of the trades and construction workforce are women and that's been the case since the late 1980s. Advocates in the industry are encouraging women to take up the tools but say there are still significant barriers to entry.

Wealthier Australians will pay more for aged care, after the government secured bipartisan support to keep the sector sustainable. The changes have been welcomed by aged care providers, who say the government's new laws give the industry certainty for the future.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to the West, that allowing Ukraine to use Western-made long-range missiles to strike Russian territory would directly involve NATO in the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has long urged Western allies to permit the use of these missiles to limit Moscow's military capabilities. Meanwhile, Ukraine has accused Russia of attacking a grain ship in the Black Sea.

An attack on a school run by the United Nations refugee agency has been condemned - but Israel says it was being used as a command centre by Hamas. Meanwhile, Gaza's economy is being described by the UN as being 'in ruins' while the Palestinian Authority's finances are 'in free fall'.

The nation's media regulator will be given the authority to crack down on tech companies such as Meta and X, for misinformation and disinformation on their platforms. This comes as new laws introduced by the federal government will see social media companies placed under scrutiny for allowing the spread of fake news.

The United States and Britain has pledged nearly A$2.25 billion in additional aid to Ukraine. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced the measure during a visit to Kyiv. The potential use of long-range weapons against Russia was also raised during the visit.

Women are sharing experiences of stigma and discrimination when it comes to flexible working arrangements to manage chronic pain conditions. This is despite the fact at least 3 million Australians are estimated to be suffering with chronic pain, amid a rise in remote and hybrid work arrangements following the COVID pandemic. In this bonus episode of 'Hysterical' we speak to women who have encountered this workplace stigma, and the changes they wish to see across Australia's workplaces.

Anti-war protesters and police have clashed in Melbourne with dozens arrested and injured during violent protests outside a major weapons expo. Two dozen police have received medical treatment after being pelted with rocks, manure and low-grade acid by the demonstrators. The protesters say police used disproportionate force with their use of tear gas and rubber bullets.

With less than two months to go until the US election day, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have been pressed on their policies in their first presidential election debate. It comes just 75 days after President Joe Biden's debate performance triggered a political earthquake that ultimately forced him from the race.

The ASX fell but the lithium sector soared amid speculation that mine closures would support the commodity price. The banks dropped – as the US presidential debate took place. All eyes now turning to tonight’s CPI figures there. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Macquarie Group Senior Investment Advisor and Division Director Martin Lakos.

The Albanese government's plan to enforce a higher minimum age for social media use has come under fire as a quick solution to a complex problem. While some experts believe a ban on younger users will protect children from platforms that may contribute to mental illness and eating disorders, others say social media is an important tool for young people to have access to.

Russian officials say Ukraine has struck the Moscow region in one of its biggest drone attacks, killing at least one person and injuring three others. The drone attack comes as Ukraine threatens to cut ties with Iran, if Russia uses ballistic missiles supplied by Iran to attack Ukraine.

The federal government says legislation enforcing a minimum age for social media use will be introduced by the end of the year. But some experts are raising concerns that this will not solve any problems, and is the wrong approach to the issue.

The ASX 200 ended higher – as CBA and Macquarie bank touched fresh highs. The miners did better, as the iron ore price recovered – plus NAB and Westpac release their latest business and consumer confidence surveys. For more, Rhayna Bosch spoke with Activam Group managing director and head of investments Robert Talevski.

A new six-paper series shows there needs to be a change in the approach of suicide prevention, calling for social factors to be given the same importance as mental health issues. It comes as the federal government releases its draft advice for the latest National Suicide Prevention Policy, on World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10).

The report into of the Royal Commission Defence and Veterans Suicide has revealed that one sexual assault is reported to the Australian Defence Force every two days. Former Defence Force members have made damning allegations which suggest that, for many people enlisted, the greatest source of danger comes from within the ADF.

A new study has found that stigma around mental health and sleep performance is preventing current and former athletes from seeking help.

Over a year after the arrest of Azerbaijani anti-corruption academic Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu, human rights organisations are concerned about Azerbaijan's human rights record ahead of it's hosting of the annual COP Climate Change summit. Since it was announced as this year's host in November last year, Azerbaijan has intensified crackdowns on independent media and academics, arresting dozens on falsified charges this year alone. And concerns are intensifying around Azerbaijan's commitments to expanding its fossil fuel industry.

Israeli forces have killed or wounded dozens in Gaza after bombing a tent encampment in a designated humanitarian area of Khan Younis. Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Penny Wong applauds the United Kingdom for curbing weapons exports to Israel.

It was a big day for corporate news, as Westpac crowned a new chief executive in business boss Anthony Miller. Smiggle CEO John Cheston has been sacked over alleged “serious misconduct" – after defecting to jewellery retailer Lovisa. Plus the ASX200 tracks global markets lower as US jobs numbers miss expectations. For more, Rena Sarumpaet spoke with Capital.com Senior Market Analyst Kyle Rodda.

A new report shows the changing priorities for Australians when it comes to their workplace arrangements. It reveals people are putting more emphasis on how their employers give them the flexibility they need to make room for other aspects of their life without running the risk of burning out.

Eating disorders are increasingly prevalent in Australia, with over million people suffering with the illness. A new campaign is looking to address the issue of appearance-based comments which can act as a damaging trigger for eating disorders. In fact, issues around body image is apparent in stigmas and stereotypes across our many different cultures in Australia.

After three years of harrowing evidence, the final report of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has been handed down. The seven-volume report makes 122 recommendations and says the leadership structure and culture within the Australian Defence Force needs to change.

Three Israeli civilians have been killed by a Jordanian gunman in a move that has been condemned by Israeli leaders but celebrated by some who oppose Israel's assault on Gaza. And the Gaza death toll nears 41,000 with dozens of Palestinians killed over the weekend as Israel escalates attacks in the region.

If you have ever wanted to go out on your own for a nice meal, you're in great company. Solo dining can be a choice rather than an uncomfortable experience with an increasing number of people sharing a meal - with themselves.

Critics are urging Australian judges serving on Hong Kong's highest court to resign. Fellow foreign justices have stepped down, some in response to the enactment of national security laws, which aims to stifle dissent and democratic freedoms. The involvement of foreign judges on Hong Kong's Court of Final Appeal has a long history. Hong Kong was aiming to maintain its common law system after it was handed back by the British to China in 1997. But some critics say Hong Kong's current retention of this system is a move to preserve the city’s international image, and prove the independence of Hong Kong’s judiciary from Chinese rule.

A major weapons expo is being held in Melbourne this week, but the event is facing strong opposition from anti-war protesters. The Australian government has distanced itself from the exhibition, saying it's privately run for the defence industry.

During a tour of the Pacific and Australia, Ajay Banga has visited Tuvalu - the first ever trip to the country by a World Bank president. There, he has observed the acute and severe impacts of climate change - and he has outlined the role he sees the World Bank playing to respond.

It's been decades since Christa McAuliffe died in the Challenger explosion, before she could become America's first teacher in space. But her story has not been forgotten. Christa has now become the first woman to be memorialised with a statue on the grounds of the city where she once taught high school.

The threat posed by nuclear weapons has not faded, according to youth leaders who have attended a global conference in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the site of devastating atomic bomb attacks 79 years ago. There are around 12,500 nuclear weapons in the world – and with 56 active conflicts in the world, scientists say the threat and risk of activation is at the highest level it’s ever been. Youth leaders say they hope to accelerate progress towards a world without nuclear weapons.

Australia’s cost-of-living crisis is impacting school children with a sharp rise this year in those arriving without breakfast or lunch. Experts say missed meals take a toll on classroom learning and may also contribute to chronic health problems.

Pope Francis has arrived in Papua New Guinea during his 11-day visit to Asia and Oceania, with plans to promote unity, interfaith dialogue, and address issues of poverty and migration. His arrival follows meetings in Indonesia with religious leaders, including an interfaith event at Jakarta’s Istiqlal Mosque.

Donald Trump’s former communications adviser Anthony Scaramucci is backing US Vice President Kamala Harris to win November’s presidential election. However, he’s warned that Republican contender Donald Trump is a dangerous man and there will be problems for the world if the former president wins. Mr Scaramucci briefly worked for Mr Trump before being sacked in 2017. The US investor runs hedge fund SkyBridge Capital and he was in Australia this week to attend the Association of Superannuation Funds investment summit. He says the US central bank has waited too long to cut official interest rates and that’s put the US economy at risk of a recession. But Mr Scaramucci told reporter Sue Lannin that he expects three US rate cuts this year.

Billions of dollars will be spent on tackling Australia's violence against women crisis.Funding will start flowing from July 1st next year, but there are concerns that the money will be too little, or too late.

The father of a teenager accused of a deadly school shooting in the US state of Georgia has been charged alongside his son as an accomplice to the crime. As the local authorities complete their investigation, the shooting has re-awakened a national debate about gun control in the United States, and how to prevent further shootings.

Not even a full week into the rollout of the polio vaccination campaign for children in Gaza, there has been a roadblock. Gaza's Health Ministry is reporting medical teams have been blocked entry to parts of the southern Gaza Strip.

The Reserve Bank has warned some homeowners may have to sell their properties because of the economic conditions. The central bank governor has delivered a speech justifying the decision to keep interest rates on hold, in an attempt to keep driving inflation down. But Michelle Bullock has left the door open to more rate increases if required.

A mechanism to limit the losses of problem gamblers, a reduction in the number of poker machines and a total advertising ban are the key recommendations on a new report into how Australia should prevent gambling harm. The Grattan Institute report finds Australians are prolific gamblers with average annual losses of just over $1600 per adult. Poker machines account for the biggest single source of losses.

The Australian share market rose following a historic multi-billion dollar acquisition of data centre operator - AirTrunk. RBA governor Michele Bullock reiterated no rate cuts, as the iron ore price slid. For more Rhayna Bosch spoke with Fat Prophets founder Angus Geddes. And a $1.6 billion dollar deal between Optus and TPG dubbed a “win” for the regions. Australian Communications Consumer Action Network CEO Carol Bennett joins On the Money with the details.

Artificial intelligence is considered one of the most complex policy challenges for governments around the world. The federal government has announced a set of voluntary guidelines for businesses using AI, as it looks towards legislating a mandatory code.

At least four people have been killed in a shooting at a high school in the United States. A 14-year-old student opened fire at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, killing four people and injuring at least nine others.

It was the deadliest building fire in England since the Second World War. 72 people were killed when a fire spread through the Grenfell block in the North Kensington borough of London. Seven years later, a final report of a six year long inquiry has been released, finding corporate greed and government failings were to blame.

Younger Australians are more likely to spend risky amounts of time in the sun according to new data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The data comes at a time when social media is adversely affecting the sun habits of younger generations.

A new report has accused Western Australia and the Northern Territory of undermining the nation's efforts to embrace renewables and cut greenhouse gas emissions. The analysis compared each state and territory's progress on their clean energy transition.

Global markets experience their worst rout since the August 5 sell off, as US recession fears re-emerge and Australia’s GDP figures drop. Meanwhile - US chip giant Nvidia suffers the biggest single day decline in market value EVER for a US listed company. For more – Rhayna Bosch speaks with Jessica Amir, markets analyst at Moomoo.

There is no link between mobile phone use and brain and head cancers - that's according to a new Australian-led systematic review - commisioned by the World Health Organization. The researchers say the study provides the strongest evidence to date that radio waves from wireless technologies are not harmful to humans.

The US has charged six Hamas leaders over the 7th of October attacks as Israeli forces continue their West Bank operation, clashing with Palestinians in Jenin killing 29 people. In Tel Aviv, protestors are demanding a ceasefire agreement and the subsequent release of hostages as a Polio vaccination drive continues in Gaza.

A further 271 people were injured, as Moscow launched two ballistic missiles, at a military institute in the Ukrainian town of Poltava.

Australian scientists have made a world-first breakthrough creating lab engineered blood stem cells that closely resemble those found in the human body. They say the discovery could one day put an end to the search for 'perfectly matched' bone marrow donors that are often needed to treat those with leukaemia serious and blood disorders.

The banks soared – CBA clocking another fresh record, as US markets remained closed for the labour day weekend. Coles, Woolworths and Wesfarmers all traded ex-dividend dragging on the index. This ahead of tomorrow’s much anticipated GDP figures. For more – Rhayna Bosch speaks with VanEck Australia, Deputy Head of Investments, Jamie Hannah.

US President Joe Biden has returned to the US election campaign trail. His appearance with Kamala Harris, the first since the 81-year-old ended his re-election bid six weeks ago, will begin a week-long tour of close swing states.

A researcher says most Australians support the use of supervised drug injecting rooms with more than 50 per cent of people in every jurisdiction backing the public health measure. A drug injecting room has operated at Kings Cross in Sydney for the past 23 years and a similar facility at North Richmond in Melbourne has been operating since 2018. But efforts to set up additional centres have been problematic.

Amid a wave of backlash, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will refuse to back down on demands to control Gaza's border with Egypt during ceasefire negotiations. This comes as the UK bans the export of some weapons and weapons systems to Israel, as 48 Palestinians have been killed in the past three days.

Emotional abuse of Australian children is on the rise, becoming the most common form of child abuse. Despite this, new research shows that only half of Australians would report suspected child abuse to authorities. Mental health experts are calling for more awareness of the hidden damage caused by emotional abuse and its profound impact on young lives.

The ASX neared record territory following a banking rally – which saw the Commonwealth set a record of its own. CBA’s stock now trading above 141 dollars. The miners meanwhile retreated on a weaker iron ore price. For more on what’s driving that – plus what to expect from this week’s GDP data, Rhayna Bosch speaks with K2 Asset Management Managing Director George Boubouras.

A group of volunteers is doing their bit to help mange-infected wombats in New South Wales. With up to 40 volunteers working with the group, the Blue Mountains Wombat Conservation Group in 2020 is helping treat and protect vulnerable wombats in New South Wales.

Mourners gathered at funerals and memorial services for six Israeli hostages killed on Saturday in Gaza. Massive protests and strikes have ensued as a result with the protestors demanding a ceasefire in order to facilitate the return of the remaining hostages. This comes amid continued military operations in the occupied West Bank and a United Nations polio vaccination campaign in Gaza.

The social media platform X has been suspended in Brazil after it refused to comply with a Supreme Court order to immediately cancel certain accounts. X owner Elon Musk has described the move as an attack on free speech - but the Supreme Court judge behind the order says the platform is being used as a channel to spread hate speech and propaganda.

A series of cold fronts have brought damaging and destructive winds to Tasmania. Thousands have lost power and parts of Tasmania's south-east are now under flood warnings, with authorities warning the worst is yet to come.

More than a year after the arrest of Azeri anti-corruption academic Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu, human rights organisations are concerned about Azerbaijan's human rights record ahead of it's hosting of the annual COP Climate Change summit.

Health authorities across Australia are encouraging at risk people to get fully vaccinated for mpox as the number of cases grows. There have been more than 340 cases this year which is more than double the number during the last outbreak in 2022. The outbreak in Australia is less severe than the one causing serious illness and deaths in parts of Africa. Dr Tom Morley is a sexual health doctor at Thorne Harbour Health in Melbourne. He told Greg Dyett being fully vaccinated for mpox is important for those most at risk.

Researchers at a university in Perth have developed an immersive virtual reality program to assist frontline healthcare workers in managing aggressive patients. The idea is to expose clinicians and students to realistic simulations, without placing them at risk of actual harm.

A new organisation has launched in Australia with the aim of tackling political polarisation and division. Amplify says it has deliberately chosen to stand apart from affiliation to a political party to encourage national debate on community-driven solutions to policy challenges like housing and education. Kaytetye woman from Central Australia Rona Glynn-McDonald is a board member of Amplify. She has told Biwa Kwan the group is taking a different approach to finding policy solutions, including in areas like Indigenous affairs after the defeat of last year's Voice to Parliament referendum.

Millions of Australian families are struggling to keep food on the table as living costs soar. It’s especially challenging for recent arrivals on limited incomes. One organisation that finds employment for migrant workers says finding the right job is key.

A man who contracted mpox says he's traumatised after enduring pain for six weeks. 35-year-old Jack attended several dance parties over the King's Birthday weekend in Melbourne and decided to have a sexual health screen after noticing some sensitivity in his rectum. He told Greg Dyett that within a few days of first getting symptoms he was diagnosed with mpox and initially given drugs like paracetamol.

The Israeli military and Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to zoned three-day pauses in fighting in the Gaza strip to allow for the delivery of around 640,000 polio vaccinations for children. The World Health Organisation says the vaccination campaign is due to start on Sunday and the agreement is for the pauses to take place between 6am and 3pm. To understand more about the developments surrounding polio in Gaza, SBS's Catalina Florez has been speaking with Executive Director of Médecins Sans Frontières Australia, Jennifer Tierney.

High school student Sky Camarce has been told by the Department of Home Affairs to leave the country before he has the chance to finish his High School Certificate. His visa was rejected due to a set of rules for student visas that the Immigration Advice and Rights Centre says is inconsistent with other types of visas. They say his story reveals gaps in legislation that must be addressed.

Markets closed higher for the day, the week and the month as corporate reporting season wraps up. TPG announced 120 job cuts as Australia posted reported an easing in annual losses. For more Rena Sarumpaet spoke with CEO Paul Graham… Plus retail sales, US GDP and the dollar gains. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Morgans client adviser Dianne Colledge for all that and more.

A single question about sexuality will be included in the 2026 census, after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reversed the original decision on the matter. LGBTIQ+ advocacy groups have welcomed the concession, but say the survey must also include trans and gender-diverse Australians.

Victoria's Chief Heath Officer Doctor Clare Looker says there's a need to lift the mpox vaccination rate among at risk people. 353 people have contracted mpox in Australia this year with the disease being spread through sexual activity. People who identify as LGBTIQ+ are considered most at risk of being infected. The outbreak in Australia is less severe than the type that's causing serious illness and deaths in Central Africa which is known as clade 1b. Greg Dyett asked Doctor Looker about that more severe strain and how Victoria would respond if there was a clade 1b case detected in her jurisdiction.

The New South Wales government has pledged support for all the recommendations of a world-first birth trauma inquiry. But mothers and advocates in the space say they are disappointed by a lack of urgent commitment to continuity of midwifery care models.

For many in Australia the fear of one day being diagnosed with cancer is something they dread. But there is something perhaps even more dreadful for those diagnosed; discrimination during cancer treatment, because of who you are or where you come from. A new campaign by the Leukaemia Foundation aims to face that issue head on:

This week marks 25 years since a UN-led referendum secured Timor-Leste's independence from Indonesian control. Australia also played a pivotal role in the peacekeeping response that helped ensure the country's liberation. A red-carpet reception has been rolled out for the UN Secretary General who has attended an event for the pivotal anniversary.

Retired NASA Astronaut Colonel Michael Fossum served as commander of the International Space Station and has spent over 194 days in space and logged 48 hours spacewalk time in his 19 years with NASA. Boeing astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, have had their test mission aboard the ISS extended to February due to issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft's propulsion system. NASA and Boeing will test and determine the capability of the capsule to safely return to Earth, but currently, the plan is for the two astronauts to return to Earth next year in a SpaceX capsule, and not the Boeing spacecraft.

The federal health department estimated in 2019 that about one in 10 Australians identify as being lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or gender diverse. Before the last election, Labor promised it would include questions on sexuality and gender in the next Census, citing a need for better data. Now it says that won't be happening, maintaining it would lead to fear and division in the community. Advocates and L-G-B-T-I-Q+ activists have condemned the government for the move.

The ASX fell following a weak global lead – as AI giant Nvidia reported in the US. Locally, Qantas and Wesfarmers presented their full year financials, ahead of tonight’s US GDP figures. For more – Rhayna Bosch speaks with Barrenjoey Chief Macro Strategist Damien Boey.

A non-profit group is aiming to take a new approach to political engagement in Australia. Leaders of the group, called Amplify, say they want to encourage Australians to get involved in finding solutions to policy challenges and issues that matter to them.

Anthony Albanese has secured regional support for his Pacific Policing Initiative, which the Australian prime minister says will strengthen collective peace and security. The initiative is widely seen by analysts as a rebuke to China's efforts to expand its own policing and security footprint in the region.

Some of Australia’s biggest companies step up to report, including Woolworths and Fortescue. It comes ahead of a big night in the US where the world’s second largest company will unveil its results. Plus – inflation comes in lower, but not as low as expect. For more on what it all means Rhayna Bosch speaks with eToro Market Analyst Josh Gilbert

A man who contracted mpox says he's traumatised after enduring pain for six weeks. 35-year-old Jack attended several dance parties over the King's Birthday weekend in Melbourne and decided to have a sexual health screen after noticing some sensitivity in his rectum. He says within a few days of first getting symptoms, he was diagnosed with mpox and the pain he experienced saw him seek treatment at an emergency department.

A man who contracted mpox says he's traumatised after enduring pain for six weeks. 35-year-old Jack attended several dance parties over the King's Birthday weekend in Melbourne and decided to have a sexual health screen after noticing some sensitivity in his rectum. He says within a few days of first getting symptoms, he was diagnosed with mpox and the pain he experienced saw him seek treatment at an emergency department.

Australian teenager Arisa Trew made history at the Paris Olympics, winning Australia's first medal in the women's skateboarding finals - and becoming the country's youngest ever gold Olympic medallist. For Arisa, the journey to winning gold has been rewarding - and her parents say it has been full of surprises for them as well.

International student commencements will be capped next year as the government tries to limit overseas migration. Education Minister Jason Clare says the caps will make the international education sector fairer, but many universities have opposed the plan.

Australia's supermarket giants are facing pressure to stop selling beef linked to deforestation over concerns from environmental groups. The main organisation representing farmers has labelled that a campaign of fear and misinformation.

As we move into the final week of reporting season - Rena Sarumpaet speaks with Coles CEO Leah Weckert and BHP CFO Vandita Pant about their corporate reports. Plus – what to expect from tomorrow’s inflation report. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Wavestone Capital director Catherine Allfrey.

Thousands of union members have rallied across the country to vent their anger over the Federal government's decision to put the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union into administration. The decision came after allegations of corruption in the Union's leadership.

The government will limit the number of international student commencements to 270,000 next year, with 145,000 places for publicly funded universities. Minister Jason Clare says the caps will ensure the sector is sustainable into the future whilst the government tries to limit overseas migration to Australia after a 73 per cent increase on arrivals in the last financial year. Universities have strongly opposed the creation of caps, saying it will hurt their institutions and the broader Australian economy. SBS Western Australia Correspondent Chris Tan spoke to Yvonne Yeo, the CEO of AIWT, the Australian Institute of Workplace Training, based in Perth, WA, which delivers courses both to international and domestic students

Russia has launched one of its most extensive air assaults on Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and causing widespread blackouts across over half of the country. Despite Ukraine intercepting many of the missiles and drones, the strikes were a reminder to Ukrainians and Western leaders that Russia still holds significant power in the conflict.

Israel launches widespread strikes on Hezbollah and in the West Bank. And the United Nations says Israel's evacuation orders on humanitarian zones in Gaza are forcing aid workers to halt operations.

Private health insurer NIB Holdings released results for the year to June 2024. And shareholders showed they wanted much better numbers - sending the stock down a whopping 17%. NIB saw a 77% jump in underlying operating profit to $257.5 million, with revenue up 9.3% to $3.3 billion. Rena Sarumpaet spaks to outgoing Chief Executive Mark Fitzgibbon about the result.

Australian airline passengers could receive compensation for delayed or cancelled flights, under new reforms. The government plans to set up an Aviation Industry Scheme with an independent ombudsman and a Charter of Customer Rights.

Witchcraft has long been practiced throughout Uganda. It's a country where the ancient and the modern meet, with many in rural areas continuing the mystical beliefs of their ancestors, while in cities there's rapid economic development. But from this cultural clash a gruesome phenomenon is growing, and Uganda's children are paying the price. Children are disappearing, victims of human sacrifice, at the hands of so-called 'witch doctors'. It's estimated at least two children go missing each week, often kidnapped for so-called ritualistic sacrifice. Advocates say, the spike has been attributed to poverty, poor policing of witch doctors - and up to 80 per cent of the population seeking health advice from traditional healers. Warning: Distressing content

The Israeli military launched what it called pre-emptive strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, as the Iran-backed militant group said it carried out its own attacks in response to the killing of a top commander. Both sides said it targeted military assets only and both sides have claimed victory. But what's to come is unclear. Hezbollah said it's over for now but reserved the right to carry out more strikes.

Millions of Australian workers now officially have the right to disconnect from their work after hours, as the government's swathe of industrial relations reforms come into effect. Business groups have criticised the change, whilst workplace relations experts say it may be challenging to enforce.

A woman is in a critical condition after her partner allegedly stabbed her repeatedly while he was driving a car they were travelling in. Police say the car crashed into traffic on a busy Sydney highway - where the man allegedly continued his attack on good Samaritans who ran in to help.

The Country Liberal Party (CLP) has won the Northern Territory election, ending Labor's bid for a third term. Labor's vote share dropped significantly, with Chief Minister Eva Lawler losing her seat. Incoming Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro has promised a safer, thriving Territory.

Libby Kosmala competed in 12 Paralympics between 1972 and 2016. She won 13 medals, nine of them gold, and broke four world records. At her final Paralympics in 2016, Libby was the oldest competitor of any nation. Growing up she says she was always a good talker. She’s speaking here with Tee Mitchell, who asked how this remarkable sporting story began.

The Paralympics, which bring together nearly 4,500 athletes, begin on August 28th with the opening ceremony set to happen along the Champs-Elysées. Crews are hard at work converting spaces in Paris to host some of the events - that includes the Eiffel Tower Stadium, which will host Paralympic football.

A new report by Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety - or ANROWS - has found 46% of the more than 850 migrant and refugee women surveyed, reported experiencing workplace sexual harassment in the past five years. The report says there is little accountability for perpetrators, and that migrant and refugee women confronting sexual harassment are often placed in an impossible situation. Catriona Stirrat spoke to ANROWS CEO Tessa Boyd-Caine about the issue, and what can be done to address it.

They say sport has the power to unite the world, and for one community organisation that certainly rings true. 'Reclink' is helping refugees who have recently moved to Australia find their feet in a new country.

Thousands of people who fled Ukraine to Hungary are at risk of becoming homeless or being forced to return to the country. Aid agencies say the risk has been heightened now that a change tightening the conditions for refugees accessing government support for accommodation went into effect.

Being touted as a 'once-in-a-decade opportunity', Australia is conducting a ten-year review into the preservation of some our least-known but most pristine islands. Under a federal government proposal, the protected waters around Heard and McDonald - a remote group of subantarctic islands 4,000 kilometres southwest of Western Australia - are set to quadruple in size. The move has been welcomed by marine scientists but they say under the current plan, the areas of highest ecological value won't be adequately protected.

Every member of Noemie Fox’s family is an Olympic athlete. Her mother, Myriam Fox-Jerusalmi, won bronze in 1996 for canoeing slalom (K1), while their father Richard Fox represented Britain for the same event in 1992. Her sister Jess, 30, made her Olympic debut as an 18-year-old at the 2012 London Games, going on to compete at Rio, Tokyo and Paris and winning six medals including three gold. Although Noemie, 27, has been competing at the international level since 2013, she has previously missed out on a spot on the Olympic team because Australia's only slot went to Jess. But a new Olympic event introduced this year — the kayak cross — finally gave Noemie a chance to represent her country. On her return from Paris, Noemie talks to Charis Chang about what it’s like to finally join the rest of her family, not just as an Olympian but as a gold medallist.

A Polish café has thrived for nine decades in one of Australia’s iconic tourist streets. But with on in 11 businesses facing collapse in the coming year, the cafe’s future remains uncertain.

The development of the first drug in 30 years that modifies the disease - and not just the symptoms - of the most common form of dementia has given hope to patients. The drug Lecanemab is now undergoing a regulatory approval process in Australia and other countries in the world, but its exorbitant cost means few will be able to access it.

The ASX ended the day flat as traders look to an upcoming speech by Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell for clues on the next move in US interest rates. Plus – Poultry supplier Inghams plunges on its results. For more on today’s market drivers, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Isaac Poole, Chief Investment Officer at Ascalon Capital.

Aboriginal tenants in Western Australia have launched a class action against state housing authorities, alleging severe neglect of their homes. It comes amid a housing crisis nationwide. The tenants are seeking justice for years of substandard living conditions, highlighting a need for accountability and urgent reforms.

The Canadian government has moved to end an unprecedented rail stoppage, announcing it would ask the country's industrial relations board to issue a back-to-work order. Canada's top two railroads had locked out more than 9,000 unionised workers.

A cholera outbreak is exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, after a conflict which broke out in April last year. The World Health Organisation estimates at least 600 people have been infected in the past month, and at least 28 people have died from the disease.

A tiny beetle has destroyed thousands of trees within a quarantine zone in Perth, and there are concerns it has spread further. Experts believe the shot-hole borer - a tiny beetle with the power to kill mature trees - could have spread inadvertently through the movement of mulch or green waste.

The Australian sharemarket clocked its 10th straight session of gains – as major companies, including Medibank report. For more, Rhayna Bosch spoke with Henry Jennings, Senior Markets Analyst at Marcus Today.

Disability advocates say they are concerned that reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme will make life more difficult for people with disabilities, their families and those in the sector. The new legislation – called Getting the NDIS Back on Track - contains the most significant changes to the scheme since it started a decade ago.

Migrant and refugee women are confronting sexual harassment in Australian workplaces, with little accountability for perpetrators. A new report has found almost half of the women surveyed reported experiencing sexual harassment in the past five years.

Israeli strikes on Gaza have killed at least 50 Palestinians in the past 24 hours as a ceasefire deal remains elusive. Protesters have gathered outside the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to demand an agreement - and the release of both Israeli and Palestinian hostages.

The support systems to help victims of domestic violence and family violence are at breaking point in the midst of a national crisis. That's the message from the national commissioner, who has appealed for men take more responsibility for changing the harrowing statistics.

Thousands of people in the US have gathered in Chicago this week for the Democratic National Convention. Since 1832, members of the Democratic party have gathered every four years before the presidential elections, to pledge their support for their candidates.

Another huge day of corporate results – among those reporting is Australia’s biggest general insurer, IAG. The company is flagging still-high premiums and growing costs as inflation persists. For more on the day’s big market movers, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Jun Bei Liu, Lead Portfolio Manager at Tribeca Investment Partners.

Federal politicians will face consequences for bad behaviour under new laws to be introduced to parliament. It comes as women on the crossbench have raised concerns about the way they are treated in the chamber.

Australians are confronting so-called subscription traps, with three-quarters revealing to have had some form of negative experience trying to cancel a subscription. A report by the Consumer Policy Research Centre also found 3 per cent of Australians have felt pressured into keeping a subscription they wanted to cancel, and that Australia's consumer laws are falling behind other countries.

Less than half of Australians diagnosed with rare cancers survive five years after diagnosis, with advocates calling on the government to step in to improve outcomes. The Rare Cancer Moonshot report found the five-year survival rate is just 45% of people with rare cancers, compared to 77% for common cancers. Advocates are calling on the government, healthcare, research groups and the community to improve outcomes for 56,000 patients each year.

Moscow's Mayor says Russian air defence systems prevented a Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow. Meanwhile, as Russian forces claim further victory in eastern Ukraine, Ukraine continues to advance through Russia's Kursk region.

Women and trans people clearly experience ongoing barriers and bias in our health system, but what about those on the very frontline of care? Healthcare professionals fight tirelessly to provide quality care to all who need it, but women and trans health workers are reporting bias, discrimination, and even bullying, as they perform this essential work.

New research from Australian doctors suggests a simple change to infant care could save lives. Researchers at the University of Sydney have found that giving premature babies higher concentrations of oxygen has a dramatic effect on the child’s chances of survival.

The Reserve Bank says it was a close call not to raise interest rates at its August meeting as the ASX crosses back over the 8000 mark for the first time since this month’s global sell off. Plus reporting season continues – for more Rhayna Bosch spoke with nabtrade's Gemma Dale.

Australia and Indonesia announce a new defence co-operation agreement; the family of an Indigenous man who died after being fatally misdiagnosed at urges reform; and in sports, smart ball technology to be rolled out at AFLW games.

The federal government has passed laws to force the CFMEU into administration, compromising with the opposition on the deal. Experts anticipate there will be minimal changes for construction workers, although finding new leaders within the union may be a challenge.

Victoria is facing a worsening food insecurity crisis, with demand for food relief services at an all-time high. Foodbank Victoria and OzHarvest report a surge in requests, even from employed and housed individuals, due to rising cost-of-living pressures. A parliamentary inquiry is underway looking into economic challenges, climate change, and global shocks as key drivers of the crisis.

Israel has agreed to the bridging proposal for peace put forward by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on his trip to the Middle East. But wider sticking points, and weary cynicism, remain, as Mr Blinken moves on to Egypt and Qatar to sell his proposal for peace in Gaza.

A multicultural organisation is supporting calls from anti-gambling advocates for a complete ban on gambling advertising. The Multicultural Communities Council of New South Wales says culturally and linguistically diverse people are especially vulnerable, and nothing less than a complete ban is acceptable.

Australian musicians are concerned about the impact of artificial intelligence on their work. A new report from the Australasian Performing Rights Association is calling on the government to intervene and ensure their content is protected.

Ukraine has destroyed a second bridge in Russia's Kursk region as its troops continue to advance deeper into Russian territory. Russia has condemned the incursion, evacuating over 8,000 residents from the area as its forces make gains in eastern Ukraine, capturing several villages.

The brutal rape and murder of the 31-year-old trainee doctor has sparked nationwide protests in India. The attack has galvanised doctors and women’s groups to demand justice, and harsher penalties for such crimes.

There are people who find pleasure in giving money to strangers on the internet. They usually never meet and often want to be bullied before they send their money to ‘beautiful’ people. So what happens when kink, money and internet popularity collide?

Scientists are warning a highly contagious and deadly strain of bird flu could arrive in Australia in a matter of months. The H-5-N-1 strain of the virus has devastated wildlife around the globe and experts say Australia is not prepared.

Since Voluntary Assisted Dying (known as VAD) was legalised in Australia, over 2,400 terminally ill people have chosen to end their lives this way. Dr Bu O'Brien is one of the few Voluntary Assisted Dying practitioners. I asked her about why she has chosen this path. My name is Essam Al-Ghalib, and this is SBS Audio's Weekend One on One.

A new case of mpox has been reported in Pakistan, following a case in Sweden. Authorities are working to confirm if it's a worrying new variant, days after the WHO declared the virus's spread a global health emergency.

After almost a year and a half of fierce conflict in Sudan, the Sudanese-Australian community still fears for the lives of their loved ones as the humanitarian disaster worsens. Community leaders have also expressed a frustration at the lack of media coverage of the issue, arguing that it has slipped under the radar with wars in Ukraine and Gaza taking priority. With tens of thousands estimated killed and over 10 million people displaced by the violence, the war has left deep scars on civilians in Sudan and their concerned families in Australia.

Big names in tech and social media are being questioned in a senate inquiry into the risks and benefits surrounding AI technology in Australia. It's part of a national effort to examine AI trends, bias and opportunities, including its impact on elections and the environment, to name a few. Catriona Stirrat spoke to Dr Ida Someh - a senior lecturer in Business Information Systems at the University of Queensland, who has written extensively on the use of AI in the public sector.

Musician and writer Ziggy Ramo is among rising stars turning to vinyl records to share their music. And the global vinyl trend shows no signs of slowing, with industry forecasts of sales doubling this decade.

Australia’s AUKUS agreement with the US and Uk will pave the way for nuclear submarines – and nuclear waste. But some experts say the government has not learned the lessons of three past attempts to deal with that material.

The ASX finished the week strongly as reporting season reaches the half way point. Among today’s headliners, business banking giant NAB and Real estate website Domain. Rena Sarumpaet speaks with Domain CEO Jason Pellegrino about its result. Plus, RBA governor Michelle Bullock fronts senate – for more, Rhayna Bosch speaks to Kate Harahan, Private Client Adviser at Sequoia Wealth Management.

The landmark report makes ten recommendations for federal, state and territory governments and calls on government to co-design solutions with First Nations communities. It's also called for a review into existing police practices in each jurisdiction.

The government has appointed a special envoy for social cohesion as concerns over division in the Australian community continue to rise. Special Envoy for Social Cohesion, Peter Khalil, has told SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson that political populism is one of his big concerns as he takes on the role.

As Opposition Leader Peter Dutton stands by his comments that people in Gaza should be banned from entering Australia, a regional farmer is grieving the murder of his siblings in Gaza. Zuhair El Henday has lived in Australia for almost 30 years and has been a citizen for more than two decades. He says his orphaned nieces are among more than 30 of his family members whose visa applications to leave the strip have been refused. This story contains graphic references.

The Palestinian Health Authority's official death toll in Gaza has exceeded 40,000 Palestinians, with some experts suggesting it may be far higher. Meanwhile, ceasefire talks are expected to resume in Doha with the United States saying the first day was constructive.

Australians are being urged to check their devices - including older phone handsets and medical equipment - to ensure they will still work after the 3G network is retired. The wind-down date was set for end of August, but has now been extended another two months after advocates warned many Australians remain unprepared for the transition.

Another big day for corporate reports in Australia – among those headlining, Telstra and hearing implant supplier Cochlear. Rena Sarumpaet speaks with its CEO Dig Howitt about the results. Plus what the latest data says about Australia’s economy – and what’s causing the miners to slide. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks to MPC markets head of trading Jonathan Tacadena.

Three years after the fall of Kabul, a network of anonymous journalists is still working on the inside, trying to tell the stories of life under Taliban rule. They continue to risk everything to get reports out of the country to publish to the 8am Media website which is operating in exile.

The World Health Organisation has declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern after an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo spread to neighbouring countries. With a new variant of the viral infection and cases appearing in more and more countries, including Australia, health officials are calling for international efforts to stop the spread.

In the remote South Australian Aboriginal community Yalata, employment is a challenge. The community is located ten hours north-west of Adelaide on the edge of the Nullarbor Plain. It's striving to become financially self-sufficient with community owned enterprises - and has found a way to create jobs from thousands of dead trees.

The latest NAPLAN test results reveal some Australian children are not meeting the required reading and writing standards. The statistics have sparked calls for urgent reform.

Opposition leader Peter Dutton has declared that no one from Gaza should enter Australia. The comments have been condemned by the government and the crossbench, who accuse the coalition of stoking fear in the community.

Australia's athletes have returned home to a hero's welcome after the 2024 Olympics. The Paris Games were Australia's most successful overseas performance: a fourth place finish and a record 18 gold medals.

The CEO series continues with Commonwealth Bank Chief Executive Matt Comyn speaking to Rena Sarumpaet. The company - now the biggest in Australia - posted a $9.8bn full year cash profit. We discuss where they’re spending it and how customers are faring. Plus with the latest on the ASX, what to expect from US inflation and the local labour force data, Rhayna Bosch speaks to Jonathan Shaead, Head of Investments Australia at State Street Global Advisors.

Scientists believe an ocean's worth of water could be beneath the surface of Mars. The findings are based on analysis from NASA's Insight Lander, which has recorded seismic vibrations from deep inside the Red Planet.

An outbreak of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, has been declared a 'public health emergency of continental security' by the body for disease prevention in Africa. This comes as the new variant appears to spread more easily through routine close contact, particularly among children.

The male body is still treated as the default in medicine, despite progress around women's health issues. This prevailing bias in medical studies and clinical trials can have dire consequences for women and trans people who are vulnerable to misdiagnosis and unknown side affects from medication.

Consumer discretionary stocks start the week well as profit results roll in, as Rena Sarumpaet discusses with Westpac Senior Economist Matthew Hassan. Plus the latest wage index lifts alongside consumer sentiment. And Rhayna Bosch speaks to Shaw and Partners Wealth Manager Adam Shaw as Temple and Webster take centre stage and CSL falls.

Since Voluntary Assisted Dying was legalised in Australia, over 2,460 terminally ill people have chosen this option. A report by Go Gentle Australia highlights the system's successes but calls for more trained healthcare professionals, streamlined processes, and better support for remote and First Nations communities.

Babies and toddlers could be missing out on the nutritional value needed for healthy growth as some baby foods in Australia fail to meet WHO standards. Many baby food companies are falsely labelling their products, misleading parents and carers into believing they are healthy. Researchers are urging for food regulations in the country to be modified.

Ukraine has made its biggest incursion across the border into Russia since the start of war in the country in 2022. Ukrainian officials say they have seized 1000 square kilometres of Russia's Kursk region as Russia evacuates the area.

The challenges of detecting deepfakes are incresingly difficult due to rapidly evolving technology. Current technology used to detect deepfakes is limited, only providing a probability rather than a certainty. There is a distinct possibility of harm if real videos are misidentified as deepfakes, the possibility of reputational risk. Andrea Hickerson is the dean of the School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi in the United States. In this interview, she breaks down the regulatory and legal challenges of managing deepfakes, including the need for timely and effective legal responses

You've heard the term a lot... SOCIAL COHESION. But what does it actually mean? And can it be measured?

Indigenous knowledge will - for the first time - be a focus of the Federal Government's set of scientific priorities. The National Science and Research Priorities will guide Australian science and research efforts for the next decade, replacing the current framework, published in 2015.

JB Hi-Fi is flying high – the company posting a full-year profits result which surprised to the upside – sending its shares to record heights. It comes ahead of a big week for data, with new jobs numbers ahead and the latest US inflation update.

The sport of breaking made its Olympic debut in Paris. One of the lasting images was the performance of Australian breakdancer dubbed 'Raygun', who scored zero points with her kangaroo dance - and attracted widespread criticism in the media and online.

Issues in the Middle East have returned to Canberra along with the politicians. A Labor frontbencher has called for stronger action on Israel, whilst the opposition is concerned over the lack of background checks for people entering Australia after fleeing the conflict.

Israel has forced at least 75,000 Palestinians to evacuate Khan Younis once again in one of the largest evacuation orders since October. Meanwhile, Hamas says mediators must present a ceasefire plan based on the one proposed by US President Joe Biden earlier this year instead of commencing new negotiations.

A group of senior lawyers from the Pacific region have been sharpening their courtroom skills in Australia, alongside some experienced Victorian barristers. The goal of the government-funded course is to lay the foundations for the upskilling of new lawyers back in their own home countries.

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has been engulfed in a row about her eligibility to compete in the Paris Olympics – after an Italian rival bowed out from a bout in just 46 seconds. The short-lived fight sparked speculation about Khelif’s sex, and allegations that she is male, but the boxer was cleared to compete by the International Olympics Committee. To help unpack fact from fiction and explain what’s going on,SBS spoke to Dr Morgan Carpenter. He’s a bioethicist at the University of Sydney and the Executive Director of Intersex Human Rights Australia, speaking here with Tee Mitchell.

Ben Tepper is professor of management and human resources at The Ohio State University, and has been studying abusive bosses for 25 years. Though evidence suggests only about 10% of supervisors yell at employees, tell them they’re stupid, take credit for their successes or blame them for the boss’s failures – the effects of having an abusive boss are significant. In fact, In a new study, Professor Tepper and his colleagues examined circumstances under which employees will accept working for an abusive boss - and is there a difference between being an abusive boss and just a tough one.

Loneliness is essentially a feeling of not having the connection or companionship someone wants and needs. For some people, those feelings can last a long time. Experts and those with lived experience are hoping to change that, especially for those who are more vulnerable to social isolation.

The challenges of detecting deepfakes are increasingly difficult due to rapidly evolving technology. Current technology used to detect deepfakes is limited, only providing a probability rather than a certainty. There is a distinct possibility of harm if real videos are misidentified as deepfakes, the possibility of reputational risk. Andrea Hickerson is the dean of the School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi in the United States. In this interview, she breaks down the regulatory and legal challenges of managing deepfakes, including the need for timely and effective legal responses.

The origins of the claims are still being investigated, with authorities struggling to determine who was behind it. SBS looks at the growing problem of misinformation in the social media space.

This saying has long resonated with women working in science, technology and mathematics - industries where women have historically been erased for their achievements. And so it's no surprise that today, there are still glaring gender disparities. But across Australia, women are working to boost the profiles of other female scientists, with the hope of inspiring the next generation.

Reporting season heats up with the likes of QBE Insurance, Nick Scali, News Corp and REA Group at the forefront. For more on that, Rena Sarumpaet spoke with REA Group CEO Owen Wilson. Plus, Rhayna Bosch speaks with analyst Grady Wulff about what is driving a late equity markets recovery.

A connection to Taekwondo, allowed Roman Abasy to achieve his dream of representing Afghanistan on the world stage, winning a bronze medal at the 2014 Asian Games. But the fall of Kabul to the Taliban in August 2021, would take his life in a different direction. His post-athlete work involved dedicating himself to human rights advocacy, founding a charity to help promote access to sports, particularly for young women. That work made him a target of the Taliban - and with the help of the Australian Olympic Committee, he resettled in Australia as a refugee. Three years on, he has returned to helping improve access to sports at the grassroots level for refugees and migrants. He spoke with Biwa Kwan about his journey - and the power of sport to help refugees succeed.

It's been Australia's most successful Olympic medal campaign ever - but the Australian Sports Foundation says that only 26 per cent of the Australian Olympians in Paris are receiving support from a sporting body. The remainder have been self-funded to achieve their Olympic dreams. The ASF says ongoing financial stability would not only benefit athletes, but boost the national sports results.

The leader of Bangladesh's caretaker government has been sworn in, three days after the Prime Minister fled the country following weeks of violent protests. Nobel Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus is supported by student protesters who led the demonstrations.

Mediators involved in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations say a framework agreement is on the table, with only the details of implementation left to resolve. The leaders of the US, Egypt and Qatar have urged Israel and Hamas to avoid further delay and meet next week to finalise the deal.

Last summer, the Great Barrier Reef suffered through in some of the hottest waters in 400 years. The finding, derived from analysis of coral cores, has shocked researchers who have warned human-made climate change is responsible for back-to-back coral bleaching. They fear reefs worldwide could be jeopardised without increased action.

Former Qantas boss Alan Joyce makes headlines as his final pay gets slashed… plus reporting season hits full swing – with Transurban, AMP and Mirvac group among the major names to report. Rhayna Bosch talks to Elizabeth Tian, Equity Derivatives Director at Citi.

Former Qantas boss Alan Joyce will have over $9 million shaved off his final pay-out following a scathing external review into the airline's governance. It’s a damning postscript to Alan Joyce's 15-year reign at Qantas which ended last September. The report concludes that mistakes from the airline's management directly "contributed to the Group's significant reputational and customer service issues" post-COVID.

Childcare workers are set to pocket an extra $103 a week on average, following the federal government's promise of a pay rise. The total 15% increase will be staggered over the next two years, and is dependent on centres promising not to increase their fees by more than 4.4 per cent over the next year.

Leaked footage of Israeli soldiers abusing Palestinian soldiers has emerged alongside detailed reports of systemic torture. The reports and footage have been described by the United States as horrific and deeply concerning.

The Refugee Olympic Team has won its first medal. Boxer Cindy Ngamba, born in Cameroon and now based in the UK, made history by becoming the first-ever refugee boxer to qualify for an Olympic Games at Paris. And now she has done it again - winning the first medal for the Refugee Olympic Team. The CEO for Australia for UNHCR, Trudi Mitchell, spoke with Biwa Kwan about how the win has been received.

The Refugee Olympic Team has made history at the Paris Games, with boxer Cindy Ngamba becoming the team's first medallist. This is the third Olympic Games for the team. And as Biwa Kwan reports, Ngamba's success has lifted the hopes of what else the team's 37 athletes can achieve.

New research has found men from migrant backgrounds experience poorer health outcomes, the longer they live in Australia. It's among a range of findings by the Movember Institute of Men's Health, showing barriers to accessing care are among the biggest challenges they face.

Arisa Trew has become the youngest person to win a gold medal for Australia at just 14 years old. Carried by her love for skateboarding, the teenage sensation has put on an incredible performance during the Paris Olympics, earning the highest rating.

If you've tuned into the Olympics, or any big sporting event, you've probably heard that the athletes are "struggling under pressure". But what does that mean, and how can pressure impact performance?

Universities and businesses are lobbying against controversial legislation to cap international student numbers from next year. They say the legislation is “rushed policy” and “a political smokescreen”. But the government says changes are necessary to prevent people using student visas as a back-door to Australia.

Hamas has named Gaza chief Yahya Sinwar as its new leader following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Iran. Meanwhile, the United States says a ceasefire deal is in its final stages and must not be delayed by further escalations.

The average diagnosis for endometriosis is between 7 and 12 years, while a Senate inquiry is currently looking into issues related to perimenopause and menopause. At the same time, there are prevailing gaps in knowledge around other health conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome. So what are the consequences of a delayed diagnosis for women and trans people?

Australian travellers will soon find it easier to enter the United States, as part of a plan to strengthen ties between the two nations. The announcement comes as foreign and defense ministers of the United States and Australia hold annual bilateral talks.

More than $100 billion has been wiped from the Australian stock exchange in its worst day since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Global stock markets painted an turbulent picture after closing on Monday and Tuesday, following speculation the US could be heading for a recession. Some analysts say these falls were corrections which had to happen after astronomical highs. SBS's Ciara Hain spoke with Economist Chris Richardson for more.

Sheikh Hasina, the leader who has dominated Bangladeshi politics for over two decades, has resigned after weeks of violent anti-government protests. Forced to flee amid escalating tensions, the 76-year-old leader's departure was confirmed by Army Chief Waker-uz-Zaman, who assured a smooth transition of power in cooperation with President Mohammed Shahabuddin.

The United Nations has sacked nine UNRWA staff members it says may have been involved in the October 7th attacks on Israel. It comes as Israel returns the bodies of 89 Palestinians to Gaza who couldn't be identified due to the advanced level of decomposition.

Victorian health authorities say they've identified the source of the state's deadly legionnaires' outbreak.So far, there are 77 confirmed patients, and an additional nine suspected cases. Two people have died as a result of the outbreak - Victoria's worst in two decades. So what exactly is legionnaires disease and what caused the surge in cases?

Australia's terror threat level has been raised from possible to probable for the first time in a decade. The nation's spy agency says it's a result of a diverse range extreme ideologies and the increase of politically motivated violence.

The ASX 200 experiences its worst single day sell off in more than four years, as other global markets plunge. That’s as new signs point to a hard landing for the US economy, following weaker than expected jobs data. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Raymond Chan, Market analyst from Morgans Financial Ltd

Australia's chief organisation for homelessness services says the situation is worsening for children and families in a report released to coincide with Homelessness Week (August 5-11). Homelessness Australia says First Nations children made up 32 per cent of homeless children nationally.

Protests continued across England over the weekend, with far-right demonstrators clashing violently with police in towns like Rotherham, Hull, and Liverpool. Rioters targeted minorities and asylum seekers and caused widespread damage. Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned what he called "far-right thuggery," promising serious penalties for those involved.

Fifty years ago, Labor minister Al Grassby urged Australians to embrace a growing multicultural identity. Now, a sweeping review has examined the state of Australia's multicultural society. It's among the most substantial reviews of its kind ever conducted.

A 19th-century shipwreck discovered 60 metres below the surface of the Baltic Sea off the coast of Sweden has some unexpected treasure - around a hundred bottles of some of the best champagne ever produced. Unique conditions where the wreck was found mean the champagne could well be in excellent condition. Described as 'very exclusive', the cargo is said to have been destined for the tsar of Russia before the vessel sank.The divers say permission from Swedish authorities is needed to bring the cargo to shore to find out how much they might be worth now and if the contents are still drinkable. Youssef Saudie spoke to champagne consultant Bernadette O'Shea who says not only are the contents likely to be drinkable - but they could be worth their weight in gold.

August 5 marks the 80th anniversary of the Cowra breakout where about 1000 Japanese prisoners of war attempted to escape internment. More than 230 Japanese citizens were killed as well as four Australian soldiers. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined dignitaries at a service in Cowra to honour the fallen.

Aboriginal groups have welcomed an apology delivered by the Northern Territory Police chief for injustice and harm inflicted on First Nations Australians in the past 150 years. Commissioner Michael Murphy delivered the apology at Australia's largest Indigenous gathering, the Garma Festival, which also heard from the Prime Minister on the direction of Indigenous policy after the Voice referendum result.

It's been 10 years since the I-S group's massacre of the Yazidi population in Sinjar in northern Iraq. More than 3000 Yazidi's were killed in the 2014 attack, mostly men and elderly women. At least 6800 women and children taken by IS militants, some for sexual slavery, trafficking or to train to fight for the IS group and approximately 2800 remain missing. And a warning, some listeners may find this story distressing.

It's well established now that millions of customers of electronic prescriptions provider MediSecure had their data stolen in the latest cyber breach to hit Australia. The incident has once again brought the issue of data privacy to the fore, now that companies increasingly possess a range of information about Australians. A Privacy Act review is underway and experts want the government to make sure its recommendations protect Australians better than before. Consumer data advocate with Choice Kate Bower explains the 'privacy pub test' to Deborah Groarke - and why we need one.

Venue closures and festival cancellations... as well as the rise of music streaming and the cost-of-living... has made life tough for Australia's live music scene. A parliamentary inquiry is scrutinizing the industry's plight…with a leading voice optimistic the evolving challenges aren't insurmountable.

At this year's Garma Festival the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has talked of "forging a new path" following the failed voice referendum and prioritising economic empowerment for first nations people. Mr Albanese also said global demand for green resources is the 'best' economic opportunity for remote communities and also discussed progress in Closing the Gap. He sat down with the host of the Point on NITV John Paul-Janke.

The Northern Territory Police apologise for 150 years of racism in policing, Donald Trump agrees to debate Kamala Harris on Fox News, Australian Saya Sakakibara wins Australia's first Olympic gold in BMX.

The Refugee Olympic Team is hoping to make history at the Paris Games by winning the team's first ever medal. It is the team's third time participating in the Olympics, after it was created in 2016 to raise awareness about the plight of refugees, amid a record number of people fleeing to Europe. In 2016, an unprecedented one million people fled to Europe, escaping persecution and conflict. Today, there are 120 million refugees globally.

Ten years have passed since the I-S-group attacked Sinjar in northern Iraq, killing and enslaving thousands of Yazidis. But many survivors, including those in Australia's Yazidi community, are still waiting for justice for what happened to them. The scale of atrocities perpetrated against the Yazidi community by the Islamic State group include mass executions, forced conversions, abduction, enslavement and systematic sexual violence. Those are acts which bodies such as a commission mandated by the United Nations Human Rights Council have called a genocide. And a warning, some people may find this story distressing.

Anthony Albanese says more work needs to be done to improve the lives of Indigenous Australians; the Northern Territory Police Commissioner to apologise for racism in policing; and swimmer Kaylee McKeown is the first Australian to win four individual Olympic gold meals.

The one certainty in life is death. Young or old, rich or poor, we will all eventually die.For most people, friends and family will see them off with a memorial of some kind, a celebration of their lives.But what happens to those who have no friends or family, whose bodies remain unclaimed? Unlike death, the answer for them is far from certain.

In her first TV interview since she was appointed as Federal Indigenous Affairs minister, Senator Malarndirri McCarthy talks to NITV's John Paul Janke at the Garma Festival about her new role and the challenges she faces.

Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world with Melanoma being typically the most serious type. But new research has discovered in the last 20 years, deaths from a high risk form of non-melanoma skin cancer have doubled.

Medical device maker Resmed reports its earnings and signals potential partnerships with big tech. Rhayna Bosch talks to ResMed CEO Mick Farrell. Meanwhile – global share markets come crashing down – and Mahjabeen Zaman, the head of FX Researxch at ANZ Babnk says the ASX200 is clocking its WORST single trading day in 16 months.

The United States and Russia have completed their largest prisoner swap since the Cold War, involving 24 individuals. The exchange, conducted at Ankara airport, followed years of secretive negotiations despite strained relations due to Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Among those released were journalist Evan Gershkovich, detained since 2023, and corporate security executive Paul Whelan, detained since 2018.

Israeli officials have confirmed the death of Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif during a July air strike in Gaza. It comes during a tense period in the Middle East, with Hezbollah leader Sayyed Nasrallah warning Israel that it has crossed a red line.

40 years ago, the Sex Discrimination Act was established in Australia. It was the first legislation of its kind in the world… preventing discrimination based on sex, relationship status, or pregnancy… and outlawing sexual harassment within the workplace. Architect of the bill, Senator Susan Ryan, has been memorialised with a statue in the Rose Garden at Old Parliament House. Rania Yallop spoke with Australia’s first female Governor-General, Dame Quentin Bryce, about the progress the nation has made towards equality.

A rate cut discussion in the US overnight has sent global markets on a rally – the ASX clocking its second record in as many days. But what are economists expecting here? Plus, what to expect from corporates as they fall under the reporting season spotlight.

On the eve of the nation’s biggest Indigenous cultural festival, the Garma Festival, new Closing the Gap figures show key quality of measures for Indigenous Australians have deteriorated since the defeat of the Voice to Parliament referendum last October.

Former Tasmanian Greens Senator Bob Brown is urging Tasmanian born Queen Mary of Denmark to intervene in the arrest of a high-profile anti-whaling campaigner in Greenland.The Hobart based Sea Shepherd founder Paul Watson was taken into custody by police when his ship docked in Danish-controlled Greenland's Nuuk harbour. A local court ordered his detainment after receiving an Interpol notice from Japanese authorities calling for his arrest. The vessel had stopped in Greenland to refuel on its way to intercept Japan's newly-built factory whaling ship Kangei Maru in the North Pacific. SBS's Rayane Tamer spoke to Bob Brown about Mr Watson's arrest and his appeal to the Danish Queen

Researchers using a nasal vaccine approved in India and licensed for U-S development found that vaccinated hamsters didn’t spread the virus, unlike those receiving traditional injected vaccines. Published on July 31 in Science Advances, these findings indicate that mucosal vaccines could be crucial for controlling respiratory infections like COVID-19 and influenza. Essam Al-Ghalib spoke with the study's author, Jacco Boon, a professor of medicine, of molecular microbiology and of pathology and immunology.

One of Hamas' most high ranking leaders, Ismail Haniyeh, has been killed in an attack on his residence in Tehran. It comes after the death of Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukur in Beirut from an Israeli air strike, raising tensions in the Middle East to a dangerous degree.

Climate scientists are warning methane - a highly potent greenhouse gas - is being "dangerously overlooked" when it comes to addressing global warming. Since it was first announced in 2021, more than 150 countries, including Australia, have signed up to the Global Methane Pledge. But just two per cent of climate finance goes towards slashing methane emissions.

The Australian share market hit a new record as rates fears ease - in response to the latest inflation read. Plus, June retail figures drop as reporting season gets underway here in Australia. For analysis, Rhayna Bosch spoke with chief economist at AMP Shane Oliver and Ord Minnett investment adviser Francesco De Stradis.

Inflation in Australia remains stubbornly above the target range set by the Reserve Bank, although there are signs of a clear downward trend. The latest inflation data will be carefully considered by the Reserve Bank board in its decision on whether to lift interest rates next week.

Disability advocacy groups say they're disappointed and shocked with the federal government's response to the landmark Disability Royal Commission report. The Albanese government has accepted just 13 recommendations.

The death of children in a stabbing attack in the UK town of Southport has sparked an outpouring of grief. There is anger too as people seek answers. No motive has been determined as the investigation continues, but it is not being treated as terrorism-related. Police have warned against speculation as misinformation spreads online.

At least one person has been killed and several others have been wounded in an explosion on Beirut's southern suburbs. Israel has claimed responsibility for the attack, saying armed forces were targeting one of the high-ranking officials of the Hezbollah military group.

The little 25-metre pool at Greenbank State School in Logan, Queensland, must have special powers - it's produced two gold medal-winning Olympians at the Paris games, Mollie O'Callaghan and Shayna Jack. They won gold and broke the Olympic record in the 4x100m freestyle alongside Emma McKeon and Meg Harris.Mollie went on to win her first individual Olympic gold in a 200m freestyle battle with team-mate and rival Ariarne Titmus. Another former student is Camryn Newton-Smith, who will be competing in the heptathlon event in Paris. SBS's Stephanie Youssef spoke to Natalie Willcocks, the Greenbank Gators Swimming Club president.

It was a historic moment for Australia... as Western Australia became the last state in the country to decriminalise abortion in March this year. The federal government also committed just over $6 million dollars in funding to contraceptive care in the May budget. But there are still barriers around accessing safe and affordable sexual and reproductive health care for women and the LGBTQI+ community.

Options for Australians to immediately leave Lebanon have been reduced with disruptions to flights out of Lebanon's only international airport in Beirut. In 2006, the airport was rendered unuseable after Israeli forces bombed it. Australians were forced to evacuate by sea, a process which took much longer. The Australian government is urging those in Lebanon to leave immediately on any available commercial flight, after the deadly attack in the Golan Heights over the weekend. Middle East scholar at the Australian National University Ian Parmeter was the former Australian ambassador to Lebanon. He told Biwa Kwan the latest update in travel advice on Lebanon should be heeded.

The ASX suffers a loss – as BHP snaps up a massive copper deal. This comes just one day out from reporting season– and the latest inflation data. What does it all mean for the markets? Rhayna Bosch asks Scott Phillips, Chief Investment Officer for The Motley Fool.

In a world first, Australia is seeking to tackle migrant worker exploitation through the introduction of workplace justice visas. This new visa subclass will allow migrant workers battling against exploitation to extend their stay in Australia while fighting a workplace claim. Historically, the threat to migrant workers of losing their visa status has silenced many from speaking out against their employers. It's something this new system seeks to change.

Two International Students based in Darwin are joining the fight against the multi-billion dollar global slave industry. The orphans from Nepal were raised amongst the survivors of human trafficking. They're hoping to learn skills to help them topple a trade that has harmed so many of their friends.

Australians in Lebanon are being urged to "leave immediately" amid the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East. Flights to and from Beirut airport were cancelled or delayed, as Australia joined at least 10 other countries in updating travel advisories.The deadly missile attack in the Golan Heights has increased concerns about the expansion of the second front of the war in the Middle East between Israel and Hezbollah.

Two children have been killed and another nine have been injured in a stabbing incident that took place in northwest England. A 17 year-old male has been arrested, with authorities not revealing the name of the perpetrator.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has long been the subject of debate and controversy. The current Labor government has been making moves to limit spending increases in the Scheme, and return it to what they say is its original purpose. As part of that process, NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has introduced legislation into Parliament to specifically exclude some services from the scheme - including sexual support services.

New evidence has shed light on the possible migration path that ancient populations took to arrive in the Sahul Shelf, a landmass which encompasses modern day Australia. Scientists from the Australian National University say that animal and food remains have been found in an Indonesian village dating back 42,000 years.

A Victorian woman will spend at least a year behind bars for forcing her daughter to marry a man, who killed her after they were married. The landmark case is Australia's first sentencing of someone convicted of causing someone to enter a forced marriage.The case has placed a spotlight on what police believe is an underreported issue, hidden behind closed doors in Australian homes.In a separate case, SBS News has spoken exclusively with a young Australian woman who was forced to marry her cousin - and shared her horrific experience - and her daring escape.

Inflation angst fails to stop share market momentum– ahead of the quarterly CPI update. Investors now looking to key central bank meetings overseas in the lead up to Australia’s own rates decision – next week. Rhayna Bosch talks to David Berthon-Jones, Joint Chief Investment Officer of Aequitas Investment Partners.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reshuffled his cabinet removing and appointing several ministers to different portfolios. The prime minister says he is proud to have kept the same team in place for more than two years, but that the reshuffle represented "a significant move forward".

A missile attack on Israel's Golan Heights has left 12 people dead, most of them children. The Israeli government have blamed military group Hezbollah for the attack and threatened to retaliate, further escalating the conflict in the region.

Thousands of people rallied across the country over the weekend to demand the strengthening of domestic violence laws. Organisers say there's still an urgent need for support services, and a pressing challenge to change perpetrator behaviour.

In a series of speeches and public appearances, former President Donald Trump and his running mate, JD Vance, have made controversial remarks, including accusations against Vice President Kamala Harris that she doesn't like Jewish people. Ms Harris and Mr Trump, appear to be running neck to neck in the presidential race with the contentious topic of the Israel-Gaza war playing a central role.

With just over a month to go until the 3G network shuts down, Australians are being urged to check whether their mobile phones will be impacted. A key concern is that people will be unable to make emergency calls once the network is retired. So how do you know whether you need upgrade your device?

For those grieving the loss of a family member, immediately deciding whether to donate the organs of their loved ones can be confronting and stressful. That's why - at the start of Donate Life Week - Australians are being encouraged to register as organ and tissue donors, to potentially save the lives of many others.

Experts are concerned Australia's imports of crude oil from some countries could undermine the sanctions regime imposed following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. It's an import issue the government says it is reviewing.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has travelled to Florida to meet former President and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. His visit, meant to reduce tensions between the two leaders, comes after Mr Netanyahu met with US President Joe Biden and Vice-president Kamala Harris.

Foodbank Australia says 3.7 million households have battled worrying levels of food insecurity in the past year mainly due to living costs. Charities feeding those in need say they can barely cope with the rising demand.

United States Vice President Kamala Harris has begun her campaign for the presidency after President Joe Biden decided to drop out of the race following pressure from his party to step aside. President Biden has endorsed Ms Harris and she appears to be the likely Democratic nominee, but who exactly is she and what are her chances of winning the election? Sam Dover spoke with Bruce Wolpe a Senior Fellow at the United States Studies Centre.

People working in the media industry are being hit with layoffs across the board. As Australian workers take to the picket line to try and ensure their rights are protected, the sector is undergoing a dramatic shift, with technology at the forefront.

The ASX 200 regains lost ground in a mining fuelled recovery as key commodity prices lift. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Yu Li - Deputy Portfolio Manager at Blackmore Capital. Plus the journalists strike, what it means for investors and the latest US economic update.

The presidential campaign of United States Vice President Kamala Harris is now well underway with new polls showing just how close the race with Donald Trump is. After Joe Biden announced he was exiting the election race and endorsing his Vice President, it's now disrupted Mr Trump's plans who appeared well placed to win the race. SBS News takes a look at who exactly Kamala Harris is and what her chances are in the November election.

End the war and negotiate a hostage release deal. That was the message the Biden administration gave to Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in meetings at the White House. A day after giving a combative speech to a joint sitting of Congress, Benjamin Netanyahu had separate meetings with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.

Hepatitis is the second leading cause of infectious deaths around the world. But experts say most types of hepatitis are treatable, and are calling for members of the community to get themselves tested to prevent further transmission.

After more than 20 years in state and federal politics, Minister for Indigenous Australians Linda Burney is retiring. This week, she will step away from her portfolio, and will not contest her seat at the next federal election. Ms Burney spoke to National Indigenous Affairs Editor for NITV and SBS News, John-Paul Janke, following her announcement.

Asian markets come tumbling down as US tech stocks undergo a major correction. Global economic factors are also playing a role and keeping the pressure on the Aussie dollar. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Chris Weston – Head of Research at Pepperstone.

It's well established now that millions of customers of electronic prescriptions provider MediSecure had their data stolen in the latest cyber breach to hit Australia. The incident has once again brought the issue of data privacy to the fore, now that companies increasingly possess a range of information about Australians.

The Minister for Indigenous Australians, Linda Burney, and Minister for Skills and Training, Brendan O'Connor, won't contest the next election, stepping away from their portfolios this week.

Thousands of protesters have descended upon Washington to protest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to a joint session of U-S Congress. Mr Netanyahu claims the protesters are pawns for Iran.

At least 200-thousand children and vulnerable adults were abused while in care in New Zealand over a period of 70 years. That's the key finding from a royal commission into historic abuse in state and faith-based institutions.

Less than a week out – what to expect from the upcoming Australian earnings season, plus two of the magnificent 7 – Tesla and Google parent Alphabet report in the US. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Lead Investments Strategist for Firetrail Investments, Anthony Doyle.

A cold spell across Australia's south-eastern states has led to record demand in the national electricity market. The latest inflation indicator highlights a rise in electricity prices over the 12 months to May of around 6 .5 per cent - an outcome tempered by government rebates. But an update by the Australian Energy Regulator, flagging a 23 per cent rise in the cost of producing energy, is triggering concerns about the flow-on cost to consumers.

United States Vice President Kamala Harris has sought to engage marginalised voters, including a more ethnically diverse voting base, in her first campaign rally in the battleground state of Wisconsin. As the first woman, and the first Black and Asian-American, to serve as vice-president, her supporters will be hoping she can make history again in her bid for US President. But there are still a number of hurdles in her way, including potential legal challenges, as she moves towards a nomination vote early next month.

One million women and girls are bearing the worst brunt of nine months of war in Gaza, according to the UN Women Special Representative in the region. Maryse Guimond says nothing prepared her for the total destruction and inhumanity she saw during her latest visit to Gaza.

Police bodycam footage in the United States shows the fatal shooting of an unarmed African American woman during a call for help at her home in Springfield, Illinois. A police officer fired three shots with one of the bullets hitting 36-year-old Sonja Massey in the face. The officer started shooting following a verbal exchange about a pot of water on her stove. Warning: This podcast contains audio of violence.

Vice-President Kamala Harris has emerged as the new presumptive presidential nominee for the Democratic Party for November, following the withdrawal of Joe Biden. If that's confirmed, it would make Harris the first black woman to lead a presidential ticket in American history. But she is not the first to run for presidential nomination in the party. SBS looks at US presidential trailblazer Shirley Chisholm.

A world-first New South Wales birth trauma inquiry released at the end of May made 43 recommendations for the state government. These include implementing trauma-informed care, reviewing laws around informed consent and improving mental health support and postpartum services. So what are the birth experiences of people in Australia which led to this inquiry?

The Australian share market has posted a recovery today – following a strong US lead….as global commodity prices fall in response to China. The slide in copper weighing on the Aussie dollar, which clocked its seventh straight session of losses against the US dollar. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Lead Investments Strategist for Firetrail Investments, Anthony Doyle.

The Olympic Games have been used throughout history as a platform for nations and other organisations to voice their opinions on major events. But is the political perspective overshadowing the sport, leaving the efforts of thousands of athletes as an afterthought?

After US President Joe Biden's sudden withdrawal from the 2024 Presidential Election, the Democratic Party have one month to nominate his replacement.With all eyes on Vice President Kamala Harris, many Democrats consider her nomination inevitable.

Everyone is saying it has been an unprecedented few days in US Politics. Doug Spencer is the Rothgerber Chair in Constitutional Law at the University of Colorado. Professor Spencer is an election law scholar whose research addresses the role of prejudice and racial attitudes in voting rights litigation, the empirical implications of various campaign finance regulations, and the ways that election rules and political campaigns contribute to growing inequality in America. So what do events of the last few days means for President Biden politically? Is it really unprecedented? And what are the chances of Kamala Harris becoming the first black female President of the United States?

A mass shooting at a nursing home in Croatia has resulted in six deaths and six injuries, with the majority of those shot in their nineties.The assailant, a 51-year-old former military policeman, is in custody, as the nation comes to grips with the tragedy.Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic has condemned the attack, calling it monstrous.

Elder abuse involves the exploitation, neglect or financial coercion of elderly people in Australia. A series of awareness initiatives will soon run across Australian television, online channels and in health clinics to shine a spotlight on the problem.

Markets react to Joe Biden’s decision to abandon the US election race - PLUS what today’s Chinese interest rate cut says about the world’s second largest economy.

A poor crop season both locally and abroad has damaged supply chains. Producers are increasingly concerned they might not be able to keep up with supply needs in the next few months

US President Joe Biden has announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential election.After endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement, it's now up to the Democratic Party to choose who will be their candidate for November.

Australians are being warned it could take up to two weeks to fully resolve the disruption to computer systems affected by the global tech outage. Microsoft says up to 8.5 million devices using its operating system were affected by the outage, triggered by a faulty software update from CrowdStrike. But what are the implications for a world that has become so reliant on its computers?

There's now less than four months to go until the US presidential election, but so far, the Republican Party's policy platform has been light on details. Dozens of close allies of former president Donald Trump have released their own platform. It's called Project 2025, and it aims to completely reshape US democracy.

The Refugee Olympic Team has settled into the Olympic village in Paris, as part of final preparations ahead of the opening ceremony. This year's team of 37 athletes is the largest yet, reflecting the growing number of refugees worldwide.

A week of violent clashes between students and police in Bangladesh has resulted in at least 114 deaths and thousands of injuries. Students are protesting against a quota system for jobs in the country's public service that favours descendants of those who fought in the 1971 Bangladesh - Pakistan war.

The Australian government says it is still trying to get to the bottom of the impact of the global tech outage. The global outage affected Windows operating systems - and was triggered by a faulty software update issued by cybersecurity company CrowdStrike. SBS World News presenter Anton Enus spoke with cyber security expert Richard Buckland from the University of New South Wales about how prepared Australia was for the outage.

Dr Carl Meyer from the University of Hawai'i, focuses his research on the ecology and management of sharks and reef fishes. His research addresses a variety of issues of management concern including impacts of shark ecotourism, shark predation on critically endangered species, effectiveness of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and impacts of human recreational activities in MPAs.

The world is slowly recovering from what some are calling the largest IT outage in history. It was caused by a defect in an update delivered for Microsoft Windows users by cyber security company CrowdStrike. Airlines, banks and hospitals and were among the worst-hit. CrowdStrike's CEO has apologised for the massive disruption, saying a fix has been issued but he's admitted it could take "some time" for all systems to be operating again.

The 20th of July marks 50 years since the island nation of Cyprus was divided in two, following an unsuccessful coup that triggered an invasion. People are still carrying the scars from that fateful day.

Victoria's Chief Health Officer says people should keep records of their sexual partners for contact tracing as the state deals with a growing mpox outbreak. Victoria has recorded 76 cases over the past three months compared with only eight cases last year. Chief Health Officer Dr Clare Looker say people should keep the contact details of sexual partners and consider limiting their number of sexual contacts. Mpox spreads through close physical contact and it has mostly affected men who have sex with men. Two doses of vaccine at least 28 days apart offers people the best protection against mpox. But Professor of Public Health and Infection Prevention at Monash Health, Rhonda Stuart, told SBS's Greg Dyett people can still acquire mpox even if they're fully vaccinated.