More than 150,000 livestock are dead or lost following widespread flooding in northeastern Australia. But researchers say the floods will provide a lifeline for some species, reviving bird populations who will breed and feed in new wetlands across Australia.
Women in Australia are still under represented in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) careers, holding only 15 per cent of STEM jobs. Amid recent threats to diversity and inclusion programs, Sally-Ann Williams CEO of Cicada Innovations and chair of the government's Pathway to Diversity in STEM review explains why a diverse workforce can improve productivity. She is speaking with SBS’s Sandra Fulloon.
In 2016, Chinese super app WeChat caught the attention of the Australian media after Chinese Australian voters were found to be engaging with the federal election on the platform. Since then, there's been ongoing discussion about misinformation targeting multicultural communities on non-English social media platforms like WeChat. Despite the increased community awareness, Australia may not be prepared to address the issue this election.
Some remember the Vietnam War battles from the headlines of the 1960s and 1970s, and some from movies and history books. Others know them as the graveyards of loved ones who died fighting more than a half-century ago. Today the battlefields of Vietnam are sites of pilgrimage for veterans from both sides who fought there, and tourists wanting to see firsthand where the war was waged
The remains of 36 Indigenous ancestors being held at London’s Natural History Museum have been handed back to their communities. While repatriations are happening more frequently, there are calls from Aboriginal leaders for the British government to provide increased assistance so more remains can be brought back to country.
Western leaders have pledged record military aid to Ukraine, with calls for greater coordination and urgency, at the 27th Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting in Brussels, Belgium. But as Europe steps up its role, doubts remain over Moscow’s willingness to engage in peace talks.
Jewish communities in Australia and around the world are preparing for annual Passover celebrations, starting this weekend. But what is Passover, and what does it commemorate?
The Liberal Party of Australia, currently led by Peter Dutton, has the most election wins under its belt out of any other party in Australia. We take a brief look at the party's history and how it became the Libs we know today.
A cyber attack earlier this month on multiple Australian superannuation funds has left many wondering how their savings could be unprotected. Experts say the situation is a reminder of the importance of multi factor authentication.
Women in Australia still perform only 15 per cent of jobs in science, technology, engineering and maths. A new $100 million school-to-university project aims to change that.
In this episode: The fallout from Donald Trump’s 'Liberation Day' tariffs, no signs of an end to Israel’s renewed assault on Gaza, and will Iran reengage on a fresh nuclear deal?
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Lochlan Halloway from Morningstar about the turbulent week on global sharemarkets and what may come next.
A woman has been found to have given birth to a stranger's baby, due to human error at her fertility clinic. Clinic Monash IVF has apologised, after finding a patient at a Queensland clinic was impregnated with an embryo that didn't belong to her. While the sector's representatives insist the incident is rare, it renews discussion on introducing a federal law to regulate IVF treatments,
International issues continue to plague the election campaign - with concerns AUKUS submarines may be delivered late, and for a higher cost. It comes as Peter Dutton vows to scrap fuel efficiency standards if elected.
The death toll in Gaza has passed 50,800 as Israeli airstrikes resume, deepening an already critical humanitarian crisis. Hospitals are overwhelmed and running out of supplies, while ceasefire tensions and detainee abuse claims escalate.
Sudan has brought the United Arab Emirates before the International Court of Justice, with accusations the government is complicit in the genocide of its people, by supporting the Rapid Support Forces militant group. While the UAE denies the accusation - and any violation of the Genocide Convention - both UN experts and United States lawmakers say Sudan's claims are credible.
Who leads Australia isn’t decided by one, big popular vote. It’s countless close contests across the country that eventually determine who can form government, and who will be the Prime Minister. This week, we’re looking at the players in Australia’s 2025 federal election – who is going to be a big deal, what’s going on with minor parties, what electorates matter, and will the teal wave continue or be washed out to sea?
Day 12 of the federal election campaign was again overshadowed by trade tensions between the US and China. In Queensland, the Prime Minister pledged funding for school children to visit the Great Barrier Reef. And the Opposition Leader promoted his policy to cut net overseas migration, in Melbourne.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Ausbil's Chief Investment Officer and industry veteran Paul Xiradis for his take on the wild sharemarket moves as shares on Wall Street see their best one day gain since the Global Financial Crisis as Donald Trump pauses his latest tariff policy while Ben Clark from TMS Capital takes a look at the local sharemarket reaction and Gareth Spence from NAB explains why he thinks the RBA should be cutting interest rates by a supersized 50 basis points in...
Stock markets globally have responded positively to a sudden reversal in US tariffs for dozens of countries, with a 90-day pause put in place. China has not been given a reprieve - with Donald Trump announcing tariffs on Chinese goods will be increased to 125 per cent.
Belonging nowhere is a reality for millions of people around the world: it's known as statelessness. Described by some as an overlooked human rights issue, this first episode delves into the history of statelessness and who stateless people are.
United Nations officials are warning that basic supplies in Gaza are running out amid the ongoing Israeli blockade on humanitarian supplies to Gaza. Israeli officials say there is no aid crisis in Gaza, instead arguing that the food shortages are caused by Hamas.
With so many different types of insurance - car, home, health and travel - it can be difficult to know what’s needed and what’s not. How essential is insurance and how can you negotiate a better price? Jodi Bird is the insurance expert from CHOICE and helps us look at the current market.
Victoria Park, also known for its traditional name Barrambin, used to be an Indigenous settlement of great importance and a meeting place for cultural practices - but it remains one of the most culturally significant sites in the city. The Queensland state government has now confirmed it is going to build Brisbane's Olympic Stadium there. Traditional owners say they are devastated by the announcement.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matt Sherwood from Perpetual Limited to find out how he's feeling amid the latest sharemarket volatility, plus Mark Thirlwell from the Australian Institute of Company Directors discusses what's concerning Australian directors at the moment including their thoughts on DEI.
Australia's aviation regulator has found that a deadly helicopter crash on Queensland's Gold Coast in 2023 was preventable. The report is likely to feed into a compensation claim being lodged by Shine Lawyers in Brisbane on behalf of the victims.
The U-S President has announced a 104 per cent tariff on Chinese imports as Donald Trump's trade war with China escalates. The Trump administration's sweeping "reciprocal" trade tariffs to come into effect on Wednesday.
The first of two scheduled election debates has taken place in Western Sydney, home to a number of battleground seats that could decide the election outcome: Fowler, Macarthur, Macquarie, Reid, Parramatta and Werriwa. Cost of living and immigration have loomed large in the debate as the leaders of the major parties seek to win over undecided voters.
As the Federal Election approaches, the major parties have already had criticism for their data habits, with accusations of harvesting voter data from postal applications. Despite public debate, political parties are not restricted in their collection or use of voter information. This is due to a rule introduced more than twenty years ago.
Australia's environment laws are not fit for purpose - that's the consensus among campaigners, scientists, business and government. So why has it been so difficult to update the legislation? And will we see reform in the next parliament?
