A Sahrawi-Australian woman has called for more recognition of her people's struggle for independence in the Western Sahara. Gaby Alamin spoke to SBS News about making time to advocate for her peoples' struggle for independence, while she juggles being a mother, a university student and an educator.

Supreme Court upholds federal gun ban for people under domestic violence restraining orders. The state of the pro-life movement two years after the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Pro-life experts analyze the messy state of abortion politics today. A look at the vibrant Catholic community in Kenya. A photographer’s experience capturing the National Euc…

That loud snoring keeping you up at night could be more than a noisy annoyance - it could be an early warning sign of dangerous hypertension. New research from Flinders University sleep experts has found people who regularly snore at night are more likely to have elevated blood pressure and uncontrolled hypertension. SBS's Ciara Hain spoke with res…

Iran’s use of hostage diplomacy to secure the release of an Iranian official convicted of ‘war crimes’ has been criticised by those who appeared in his trial. The Swedish Prime Minister called his country’s own prisoner swap a ‘cynical negotiations game’ in which his citizens were used by the Islamic Republic of Iran as ‘pawns.’…

A new 10-year remote housing agreement has been signed in the Northern Territory, designed to halve overcrowded housing in remote communities. The deal is between the federal and Northern Territory governments, and the four major Aboriginal land councils.

A Sahrawi-Australian woman has called for more recognition of her people's struggle for independence in the Western Sahara. The disputed territory is known as the last African colonial state yet to achieve independence and has been under an illegal Moroccan military occupation since 1975. Despite promises of self-determination from the internationa…

More than a month after deadly unrest broke out in New Caledonia, the overseas French territory is now preparing to go to an election, after President Emmanuel Macron dissolved the National Assembly in Paris. While the streets of the New Caledonian capital, Noumea, are calmer than when the unrest started on the 13th of May, a string of arrests of p…

Four million Australians live with back problems and treatment costs Australia more than $3 billion annually. A new technique to rehabilitate spinal discs offers fresh hope to many.

Refugees and asylum seekers in high-income countries struggle to find stable, affordable housing, which can negatively affect their health. A Flinders University study has identified barriers like language, lack of rental references, and discrimination are affecting migrants seeking homes in their new home.…

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Morgans Private Client Adviser Dianne Colledge about the day's sharemarket action including the new battle to become Australia's largest listed company and the stellar debut of Mexican fast food restaurant Guzman Y Gomez.

A new report has found 74 per cent of people in Australia want to see the federal government strengthen its commitments to address climate change. The People's Climate Vote suggests women especially support stronger climate commitments compared with men.

The Israeli military is pushing its way further into Rafah, as prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu declares that the war will not end until all hostages are rescued. Meanwhile, the E-U has shown its support towards Cyprus after the threats made against the nation by Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. The Israeli military is pushing its way further in…

If you're making a beeline to Woolworths or Coles for your weekly grocery shop, the latest Choice report has revealed there's another chain that could offer a substantially cheaper option at the checkout. The findings are the first of government-funded quarterly reports, to be released in the next 3 years.…

Australia’s most senior Cabinet Ministers have travelled to a Papua New Guinea disaster zone to hear from the communities who have lost family and homes in a landslide. Enga Province in the isolated PNG highlands is still reeling from the freak event that has wiped out entire villages. Australia has promised $2.2 million in extra aid.…

Dominant victories, shocking upsets, scuffles between fans and even political debates. The opening round of the Euro 2024, currently being held in Germany, truly had a little bit of everything. The first few games leave a promise of many more exciting moments to come.

The cross-border conflict that has been simmering for months between Hezbollah in Lebanon and Israel appears to be reaching a boiling point. It was just this week that a top U.S. envoy met Lebanese officials in the latest attempt to ease tensions.

A new report has exposed the amount of profit accumulated by Australia's largest organisations during times of global turmoil. Oxfam Australia has identified the mining, banking and supermarket sectors as having recorded the largest gains from 2021 and 2023.

Is Australia's great multicultural experiment over? That's what two experts on immigration and international relations have asked in an address to the National Press Club in Canberra. They're calling for a new understanding of net migration and the role of international students if the project is to be saved.…

The federal Coalition has identified seven locations for future nuclear reactors. Peter Dutton says if they win the next election, they'll look to make nuclear power a part of Australia's energy future.

Australia's 3G mobile phone network is shutting down in coming months, meaning people will now have to use the 4G or 5G networks. At the moment up to 530,000 Australians are still using devices that are incompatible with the new networks.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused the United States of withholding important weapons for their war against Hamas. It comes as United Nations human rights agencies have expressed their concerns over the escalating health crisis in Gaza, saying the conflict has affected over 120,000 people.…

After 13 years of dedicated campaigning, the Awabakal community in New South Wales' Hunter region celebrates the protection of its sacred Butterfly Cave. The state government has purchased the land to create a National Park, preserving this historically significant Aboriginal women's site in West Wallsend.…

Football fever at Euro 2024 in Germany has not just taken hold inside heaving stadiums, bars and city squares, but also in a more exclusive setting. In an opera house in Hamburg, one of the tournament's host cities, a new production - a marriage of football and opera - is selling out to lovers of both sport and music.…

The Reserve Bank used the word "uncertain" or a variation of it, eight times in its accompanying statement following its decision to leave interest rates on hold at a 12-and-a-half year high. Hear from Governor Michele Bullock as she explains the RBA's thinking, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Moody's Analytics Economist Katri…

A parliamentary inquiry is examining the threat posed by far-right extremist groups in Australia. Issues of concern include toxic masculinity breeding right-wing group membership, growing antisemitism and the lack of a transparent and unbiased hate-crime database.

Trade, human rights, and regional security have dominated talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang during his visit to Australia. The visit is the first from a Chinese premier in seven years, as Australia looks to improves the sometimes tumultuous relationship.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced the dissolution of his war cabinet. The move, which was largely expected following the departure of centrist opposition leader Benny Gantz, is seen as an attempt by the Israeli leader to solidify his position over the decisions in the war in Gaza.…

Journalism has been described as the first rough draft of history, with reporters often bearing witness to the world’s most awful and awe-inspiring events. But what is the emotional toll after being on the front lines of history? History's First Draft is an SBS News podcast series unraveling the psychological journey journalists undertake to bring …

There have been renewed calls to scrap a controversial amendment to the migration act, with claims it could lead to indefinite detention and separation of families. Critics of the proposal, have used the start of refugee week to bring attention to the federal bill, which is currently before the senate.…

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with HSBC Chief Asia Economist Frederic Neumann about China's economy as the nation's Premier Li Qiang visits Australia, plus Alex Pikoulas from Harper Bernays goes through the day on the sharemarket including a curious hire by gaming group Tabcorp.

The Israeli military has announced it will be halting its operations for 11 hours every day on one of the main roads in Gaza, to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid. But the announcement has drawn strong criticism from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who says it is unacceptable.

With housing affordability still a concern, two of Australia's most populous - and expensive states - have unveiled their latest plans to address the crisis. New South Wales Premier Chris Minns has announced plans to house the state's government's essential workers at subsidised rates, while Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has confirmed millions of…

In this bulletin, Anthony Albanese to re-emphasise the importance of dialogue with China; daily pauses in fighting in Gaza to help aid arrive; and in football, calls for the neutrality of France's football team to be upheld amidst snap elections.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the presence of more than 90 countries at his Swiss peace summit shows the world stands with his nation and an end to the war is now closer. Russia, which is not participating has dismissed the conference as a waste of time. Kyiv’s allies say it’s a useful step towards peace but acknowledge that at some …

The Chinese Premier has announced that two new pandas will be loaned to Adelaide Zoo in the first visit from such a high level Chinese official in 7 years. The act of loaning pandas is part of a diplomatic tool known as panda diplomacy and is often done so as countries are normalising or building relations with China. Pro-democracy and human rights…

It's one of the world's most well-known albums which almost no-one has heard. The seventh studio album by US hip-hop collective 'Wu-Tang Clan' can't be sold commercially until 2103. It can be played at free listening events, like the ones about to take place at Tasmania's Museum of Old and New Art.

Facing one of the worst hunger crises worldwide, midwives in Sudan are faced with the incomparable challenge of providing safe and quality care for pregnant women and children. With the largest internally displaced population in the world, mounting pressure on the healthcare system needs more support than ever before.…

Mahatma Gandhi is revered around the world for his commitment to non-violence in the fight against the British empire. But his life and legacy are becoming increasingly contested in India, among right-wing Hindu nationalists who call Gandhi a traitor and idolise his killer.

Millions of Muslims will be marking what's known as the Feast of Sacrifice or Eid al-Adha this weekend. Eid means 'feast' or 'festival' and each year Muslims celebrate both Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr. Both are marked by prayers at mosques and celebrations with family and friends.

The federal government has pledged its full support toward Australia's hosting of the Women’s Asian Cup. Football Australia has welcomed the $15 million investment package which is aiming to build on the success of last year's World Cup.

Supreme Court rules on the most common form of abortion; how an ideologically-divided Court delivered a unanimous decision. U.S. bishops discuss ministry for Native Americans and mental health at their annual spring assembly. The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage reaches our nation’s capital. Plus, Montse Alvarado signs off as host of EWTN News In De…

With Australians entering tax season, experts are urging caution due to a high number of scammers using the opportunity to target Australians for their personal information. New data from the Commonwealth Bank suggests 24 per cent of Australians have already been targeted with a tax-related scam.

More than 130-million people worldwide are refugees, stateless or displaced, according to the United Nations. A global project offers new hope, by connecting skilled refugees with Australian employers.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Oreana Financial's Isaac Poole about the days sharemarket moves including the latest AI hype and a preview of next week's RBA decision.

What is it like to put your life in Australia on hold and travel into a war zone? Many Australians put their hand up to become aid workers, visiting areas like Ukraine and Gaza - at a moment's notice. We spoke with one volunteer - who spent several weeks in Rafah.

Violence against children in armed conflict has reached extreme levels. A new report released by the United Nations on Children in Armed Conflict shows a 21 per cent increase to previous years.

While the need for blood is universal, access to it is not. Australia's blood supply levels for certain blood types is in low supply - and that is putting patients at risk.

Australia's unemployment rate fell from 4.1% in April to 4% in May, but there are evident signs of a softening in conditions. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses them with Westpac Senior Economist Pat Bustamante, along with the market reaction and latest on the Chemist Warehouse sharemarket listing with Henry Jennings from Marcus Today.…

Families on Centrelink payments are barely getting by, with many choosing between paying rent and buying food or medication. Some 800,000 of those living below the poverty line are children.

Thousands of children in Gaza are malnourished according to the World Health Organisation. The latest figures come as a United Nations inquiry finds both Israel and Hamas committed war crimes in the early stages of the Gaza war.