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SBS News In Depth
Episodes — page 24
Tech sell-off rocks Asia as investors contemplate outlookThe Australian sharemarket finished higher despite a volatile session and a global technology sell-off that triggered a second circuit breaker in South Korea this week. Apple price…
Thousands trapped: frantic search for survivors in VenezuelaThousands of Venezuelans are feared dead after two powerful earthquakes devastated the country’s north, including the Capital, Caracas. A large-scale search and rescue operation is…
Trump touts progress with Iran, Starmer resigns & the far-right on the rise in AustraliaTrump and JD Vance insist talks for a final deal between the US and Iran are progressing smoothly, but does Iran agree? Keir Starmer bows to party pressure and resigns as PM, what'…
Unemployment rate falls as oil, gold and Australian dollar hit milestonesAustralia's unemployment rate unexpectedly eased in May despite a cooling labour market, but what does it mean for the Reserve Bank after inflation also ticked higher? Ricardo Gonç…
Canada survives despite defeat, Vinícius Jr shines again, and the Socceroos prepare for ParaguayCanada advances to the knockout stage at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, despite losing to Switzerland 2-1. Vinícius Jr is on the scoresheet again, despite a VAR controversy. Brazil leav…
ASIO outlines looming security threats on and beyond Australian soilASIO has revealed it has foiled 14 terror plots since the December mass shooting in Bondi, with the current terror level remaining "probable". But the service will undergo a review…
Deadly bird flu strain lands in second state – but experts say the risk of pandemic remains lowThe deadly H5N1 bird flu has reached a second Australian state, with a third seabird confirmed infected and more cases expected to grow on the mainland. But authorities say the ris…
Inflation cools but rate rise risks remainAustralia's inflation rate eased in May, offering some relief to households, but sticky underlying price pressures suggest the Reserve Bank may not be finished with interest rates…
The US Senate passes a war powers bill to block military action against IranThe US Senate has passed a war powers bill to block US military action against Iran. It comes as Tehran and Washington disagree over Iran's commitment to nuclear inspections, and t…
World Cup: Ronaldo silences critics with a double; England stumble in goalless drawPortugal's Cristiano Ronaldo silences his critics with a double goal at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, giving their side a 5-nil win against Uzbekistan. Harry Kane misses chances in Eng…
Deadly heatwave sweeps Europe as drowning deaths soar in FranceMillions of people across Europe are sweltering through record temperatures, with 40 fatalities from drowning recorded in France the past week as residents seek relief from the sea…
Why you should wait to lodge your tax return as SMSF rules changeWith tax time approaching, ATO Assistant Commissioner Anita Challen explains why Australians should avoid lodging returns too early and how waiting for pre-filled information could…
Historic record for Messi as highest scorer at World Cup; Mbappé tracks as second most goal scorerLionel Messi becomes the highest scorer in FIFA World Cup 2026™, surpassing Brazil legend Martha and Germany's Miroslav Klose. Kylian Mbappé breaks a record of second highest goal…
Support for multiculturalism is declining. Why is that so?A new report by the Lowy Institute reveals support for multiculturalism in Australia has plunged in the past two years. A recent poll has linked a decline in support for both curre…
It's been 10 years since the UK broke up with the EU. Can a new PM confront the Brexit legacy?In 2016, the UK voted to leave the European Union, after a campaign led by Nigel Farage, Boris Johnson and Michael Gove. Though the margin was narrow, the vote has led to the most…
Emotional Starmer quits as Burnham favoured to be next UK PMBritish Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as leader of the Labour Party. The move follows months of mounting pressure from within his party, and deterio…
Survivors of the Stolen Generations use art to reclaim historyIt is a history that was buried for many years. Now the stories of Stolen Generations are being told through artworks in a new exhibition. Warning: this story contains content list…
Labor facing fight to push tax, NDIS reforms through parliamentFederal Parliament has returned for two final sitting weeks before a five-week long winter recess. Twin fights over proposed tax reform and an overhaul to the National Disability I…
Keir Starmer under more pressure to step aside as PMBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a career-defining decision: step down or fight a challenge from Labour Party rival Andy Burnham. If Keir Starmer quits, he will be the…
Uncertainty over Strait after first US, Iran talks wrapIran and the United States are giving conflicting accounts over whether the Strait of Hormuz remains open. Negotiators for both countries have concluded the first round of talks in…
