SBS News In Depth
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First Nations people especially vulnerable to drug-related deaths
April 18, 2024 21:00 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBThe so-called 'war on drugs' has been waged in the US since at least the 1970s, when then President Richard Nixon signed the Controlled Substances Act and declared drug abuse as “public enemy number one.” In Australia, there have been similar efforts to battle drug trafficking and use. As prescription opioids overtake heroin as a public health emergency, those efforts have expanded to restrict the control and supply of those substances too. First Nations people have been much more heavily imp...
Indian voters begin casting their ballots in epic seven stage election
April 18, 2024 09:22 - 5 minutes - 9.4 MBThe largest democratic exercise ever undertaken will begin in India tomorrow, with the start of parliamentary elections to decide the country’s lower house, known as the Lok Sabha. It’s an epic undertaking over a vast area encompassing desserts, jungles and the Himalayas.
INTERVIEW; Anthony Albanese
April 18, 2024 08:45 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBPolice have been warning people who took part in the retaliatory riots following Monday’s church stabbing in Sydney’s West to expect a knock on the door. They are looking for at least 50 suspects among the 2,000 people they estimate descended on the Church of the Good Shepherd. As political and religious leaders call for calm, people paid their respects at the Westfield Shopping Centre in Bondi Junction. For the first time since Saturday’s stabbing attack, it opened its doors, NOT for shoppin...
SBS On the Money: Australia's unemployment rate rises, so what does that mean for jobs and interest rates?
April 18, 2024 07:58 - 8 minutes - 7.97 MBAustralia's jobless rate rose to 3.8% in March as employment fell by 6,600. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Blair Chapman from ANZ to find out what it means for the economy, plus the day on the markets with Ben Richards from Seneca Financial Solutions.
Kicking back: Melbourne inmates score life lessons
April 18, 2024 03:52 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MBSport can be an important teacher of life lessons. In the UK that idea has seen a network of professional football clubs work to help prisoners who want to better themselves. It's a program now making strides in Melbourne.
Boeing whistleblower alleges physical threats over safety fears
April 18, 2024 01:46 - 3 minutes - 7.3 MBA Boeing engineer has told the U-S Congress he was physically threatened after raising safety concerns about some of company's planes. Whistleblower Sam Salehpour has appeared before a congressional investigation into safety at Boeing.
Security, diversity and the Seine under scrutiny as Paris Olympics approach
April 18, 2024 01:29 - 4 minutes - 7.57 MBAs the countdown to the Paris Olympics drops below 100 days, the question of holding the opening ceremony on the river Seine has been highlighted. Organisers have planned a parade of about 10,500 athletes through the heart of the French capital on boats on the Seine amid security concerns.
Is Australia winning 'the war on drugs'?
April 17, 2024 21:00 - 13 minutes - 25.1 MBMost of us might be familiar with the term 'the war on drugs'. In the US, it's been waged since the 1970s, when then President Richard Nixon signed the Controlled Substances Act and declared drug abuse as “public enemy number one.” In Australia, there have been similar efforts historically to battle drug trafficking and drug use. On today's episode of The Too Hard Basket, we look at how state and federal governments are now handling these issues, and if a hardline approach is still the answer...
SBS On the Money: Powell points to high US rates for longer
April 17, 2024 07:56 - 5 minutes - 9.97 MBUS Federal Reserve Chair Jermoe Powell sees US interest rates staying high for longer given the nation's resilient economy. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julia Lee from State Street SPDR ETFs State Street Global Advisors for more, including the day's market reaction.
Indigenous-led businesses boosting Australia's economy
April 17, 2024 07:15 - 2 minutes - 4.9 MBIndigenous-led businesses and traders are having a growing impact on the nation’s economy, a new snapshot has shown. Their growing impact doesn't just extend to monetary value, but also more opportunity and self determination for Indigenous people.
Opioid use in Australia: have government restrictions avoided the crisis faced in the USA?
April 17, 2024 06:26 - 11 minutes - 21.6 MBMost of us might be familiar with the term 'the war on drugs'. In the US, it's been waged since the 1970s, when then President Richard Nixon signed the Controlled Substances Act and declared drug abuse as “public enemy number one.” But today, it's not so much illicit drugs but prescription medication that the US is fighting, with deaths from prescription opioids reaching crisis levels. Authorities in Australia have been keen to avoid a similar emergency here, introducing restrictions in 2020 ...
The curfew in Alice Springs is over; but did it work?
April 17, 2024 05:08 - 8 minutes - 16.2 MBThe Alice Springs youth curfew has come to an end with the town's mayor and the Northern Territory chief minister praising it as a success. The measure was aimed at addressing a recent surge in violent crime in the Central Australian town. However, some First Nations residents and lawyers have criticised the extreme measure calling it a band-aid solution at best.
Israel mulls response to Iran's weekend missile strike
April 17, 2024 02:27 - 4 minutes - 8.45 MBIsrael has vowed to respond to an attack by Iran and to send troops into Gaza's overcrowded Rafah area in its war against Hamas. Meanwhile, the United States and the European Union are considering imposing sanctions on Iran following the strike.
Australia criticised over declining foreign aid investments
April 16, 2024 21:00 - 7 minutes - 13.1 MBThere are calls for Australia to increase its spending on foreign aid as an investment in future stability and prosperity. Recent data shows a decade of declining or stagnant foreign aid investments by Australia is working against the nation's best interests.
Albanese: 'There is no place for violence in our community'
April 16, 2024 10:24 - 7 minutes - 7.3 MBA second stabbing attack in three days has put residents on edge in Sydney, even as officials deem there are no further threats to security. Community leaders say the feeling of safety has been shattered - and it's important at this time for everyone to come together.
INTERVIEW: The Solomon Islands' crucial elections will be closely watched by Australia
April 16, 2024 09:57 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MBVoters in Solomon Islands go to the polls on Wednesday in joint national and provincial elections, with caretaker Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare hoping to win a fifth non-consecutive term in power. The vote - initially scheduled for 2023 - was delayed by Mr Sogavare, due to the country hosting the Pacific Games late last year. It's an election that Australia and regional partners are watching closely, as China cements its influence, after Mr Sogavare opted for closer diplomatic ties to Beij...
Coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef is 'a wake up call'
April 16, 2024 08:59 - 3 minutes - 3.42 MBCoral reefs around the world are experiencing global bleaching for the fourth time - a result of warming ocean waters - driven in part, by climate change. The event is expected to be the most extensive on record. For Australia's Great Barrier Reef, it's the fifth mass bleaching event in eight years.
SBS On the Money: Australian dollar hits 5 month low and sharemarket tumbles on international events
April 16, 2024 07:48 - 9 minutes - 8.81 MBStronger than expected US retail sales data reflected the resilience of the US economy, prompting fears the nation may delay expected cuts to interest rates there. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jamie Hannah from VanEck for more including the added concerns about the growing geopolitical risks.
Researchers uncover three kangaroos 'of gigantic proportions'
April 16, 2024 07:43 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBPalaeontologists at South Australia's Flinders University have discovered three historic species of giant kangaroo native to Australia and New Guinea. The giant kangaroos - called 'Protemnodon'- are megafauna that roamed the earth between five million until 40 thousand years ago. The research solves a scientific puzzle about how many species of these giants existed.
International community faces scrutiny over desperate humanitarian crisis in Sudan
April 16, 2024 05:44 - 4 minutes - 3.68 MBThe United Nations Secretary-General has marked the one-year anniversary of fighting in Sudan between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. It comes as international donors pledge more than 3 billion dollars ((US$2.1 billion)) in humanitarian aid for Sudan after the war has pushed its population to the brink of famine.
Who we are: How learning Wiradjuri helped saved Geoff's life
April 15, 2024 21:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBWhen Geoff Anderson suffered a horrific work accident, he fell into a deep depression. Then one day he received a knock on the door that would change his life, leading him to discover his Indigenous heritage language and gain a new perspective on life. In this episode Hannah Kwon chats to Geoff Anderson about his journey from suffering a mental health breakdown to eventually turning his life around through the discovery of the Wiradjuri language. We also hear about the unique discovery made b...
Court rules that Bruce Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins
April 15, 2024 09:11 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBBruce Lehrmann's defamation case against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson has failed, with a Federal Court judge finding he did rape Brittany Higgins in Parliament House in March 2019. Ms Wilkinson and Ten say the finding is a vindication of the truth in their reporting and should be a warning to others.
Surrogate mothers helping sea otters pups return to the wild
April 15, 2024 07:36 - 4 minutes - 3.99 MBCalifornia sea otters were almost hunted to extinction by the start of the last century. Now a new program aims to pair stranded otter pups with surrogate mothers to help boost the population and save California's coastline.
INTERVIEW; Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa talks exclusively to SBS
April 15, 2024 07:02 - 8 minutes - 7.92 MBEcuador’s president Daniel Noboa has thrust his country into the international spotlight over the past few days as never before. He ordered a raid on Mexico’s embassy, provoking international outcry - and the army will continue to operate on the streets of this country after a proclamation that a state of internal army conflict persists. SBS Reporter Prue Lewarne is the first international broadcast journalist to have been given such access to President Noboa.
INTERVIEW: Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa talks exclusively to SBS
April 15, 2024 07:02 - 8 minutes - 7.92 MBEcuador’s president Daniel Noboa has thrust his country into the international spotlight over the past few days as never before. He ordered a raid on Mexico’s embassy, provoking international outcry - and the army will continue to operate on the streets of this country after a proclamation that a state of internal army conflict persists. SBS Reporter Prue Lewarne is the first international broadcast journalist to have been given such access to President Noboa.
Restraint urged following Iranian missile attack
April 15, 2024 05:48 - 4 minutes - 4.31 MBThe United Nations Secretary General, along with other world leaders have called for restraint after Iran's attack on Israel. International leaders, including Australia's prime minister Anthony Albanese have also condemned Iran for the attack. The United States says it will not join any possible Israeli counterattack on Iran, warning Israel's Prime Minister to think carefully.
Medicinal cannabis boom complicates drug testing
April 14, 2024 21:00 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBMedicinal cannabis has been legal in Australia for eight years. Although it's legal, the drug still can affect people's ability to work and drive because of limitations of drug testing regimes. Now, the Victorian Government is looking at whether there's a better way to manage medicinal cannabis use in the workplace.
Iran launches first ever direct military assault on Israel
April 14, 2024 08:35 - 4 minutes - 8.65 MBIran has launched its first ever direct military assault on Israel, firing hundreds of bomb-carrying drones and missiles at its long-time enemy. Iranian officials warn Israel and its allies a larger-scale attack will follow if they retaliate, as the UN Security Council convenes an emergency meeting on the issue.
Police identify attacker in mass stabbing that has left six people dead
April 14, 2024 06:31 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MBNew South Wales Police have launched an investigation into a stabbing attack that killed six people at a busy shopping centre in the eastern suburbs. Police say the attacker was a 40-year-old man suffering from mental health issues and has no links to terrorism.
Palestinians revive 'historic moment', calling for full UN membership
April 13, 2024 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MBPalestinians have renewed their bid to join the United Nations as a full member. It’s being reviewed by the Security Council – where it’s predicted one member will stop the application going any further. But analysts say the UN General Assembly could work to give Palestinians a more elevated status at the world’s governing body. SBS explains what may happen:
Plastic fantastic: From treasured toys - to toyland treasure
April 13, 2024 21:30 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MBOld plastic to some, treasured memories for others. The toy collecting market now means big money. At a Toy Collector's Fair in Birmingham in the UK, around 3,000 collectors and over 550 sellers are hunting for a bargain or looking for the "Holy Grail" toy to complete their collections. Can the toys of our childhoods really be worth thousands of dollars?
No DMZ here: bringing North and South Koreans together
April 13, 2024 21:00 - 5 minutes - 5.19 MBNorth Korean dictator Kim Jong-un has warned that his country must be more ready for war now than ever before in the latest escalation of aggressive rhetoric from the communist regime . It follows the test launch of an advanced type of intermediate-range ballistic missile earlier this month. In January, North Korea abandoned its policy of reunification with the South, labelling it as the principle enemy, and abolishing government agencies responsible for cooperation. But in the Korean diaspor...
Multiple deaths after stabbing attack in Sydney
April 13, 2024 10:47 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MBSix people have been killed and a man has been shot dead by police after he attacked several people at a busy shopping centre in Sydney's eastern suburbs. Emergency services were called to Westfield Bondi Junction on Saturday afternoon with the attack plunging Bondi Junction into chaos.
Israeli officials taking precautions to fend off threat from Iran
April 13, 2024 05:46 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MBTensions between Iran and Israel continue, with Iranian officials claiming they are prepared to retaliate at any moment for an attack reportedly by Israel on their consulate in Damascus. The US says an attack could come at any moment, with President Joe Biden urging Iran to reconsider before taking any action that could further escalate tensions in the region.
Step inside the world of mega-fandom
April 12, 2024 21:30 - 7 minutes - 6.83 MBCelebrities and public figures have been adored and admired for centuries, but why is that? Self-proclaimed mega fans admit they are consumed in their respected fandoms with an almost evangelical intensity. But do the positives outweigh the negatives?
Sujan’s project helps disadvantaged students get online. And it has other benefits, too
April 12, 2024 21:00 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBAustralians are among the world’s highest users of new technology, purchasing nearly 5 million new computers every year. Many discarded computers then end up in landfill. One entrepreneur aims to change that.
Meta reveals tools it claims will help combat 'sextortion'
April 12, 2024 09:02 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBSocial media giant Meta has unveiled a range of new tools it claims will help combat the growing issue of intimate abuse and sexual extortion online - particularly among minors. The features will be tested on the company's social media platform Instagram, but some experts caution they don't go far enough.
INTERVIEW: UNICEF aid workers in Gaza say they were shot at
April 12, 2024 08:42 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBThe UN's children's fund says one of its vehicles came under fire while attemptng to deliver aid to northern Gaza. Travelling with the convoy was Australian spokeswoman for UNICEF, Tess Ingram. SBS's Catalina Flores spoke with her to find out how the attack unfolded.
SBS On the Money: ECB holds rates & the relationship between uranium and AI
April 12, 2024 07:52 - 7 minutes - 6.48 MBThe ECB held official interest rates but said it is not tied to the US Federal Reserve saying cuts are on the cards. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Dianne Colledge from Morgans for more as she also explains the relationship between uranium and AI.
Cash used to be king; but more people are saying no to coins and notes
April 12, 2024 04:54 - 7 minutes - 6.56 MBSince the pandemic, the concept of cash has been waning. Some businesses no longer accept coins and notes, whilst others are reluctant to take your currency. Whilst most people prefer to use digital payments, everyone could be impacted if cash dispersal from Australia.
Australia urges Iran to show restraint over tensions with Israel
April 12, 2024 04:51 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MBForeign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says Australia is deeply concerned Iran may be preparing military action against Israel. Iran is vowing revenge after what they allege was an Israeli airstrike in April on their embassy in Syria that reportedly killed a top Iranian general and six military officers.
Ukraine energy grid under seige by Russia
April 12, 2024 03:24 - 5 minutes - 5.09 MBRussia has destroyed a major power plant in Kyiv in an escalation of its attack on the Ukrainian energy system. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy is calling on western allies to increase their support towards his country through the provision of air defence supplies.
Manufacturing and Assange on the agenda in a busy day in politics
April 11, 2024 08:27 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBThe Prime Minister has unveiled a new plan to revitalise manufacturing in Australia as part of a shift to renewable energy.
SBS On the Money: Inflation in the US reignites, so what does that mean for potential interest rates cuts?
April 11, 2024 07:07 - 8 minutes - 7.48 MBSBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Damien Boey from Barrenjoey about the implications of a rise in US inflation to 3.5%
Authorities try to lower Indigenous smoking rates in Far North Queensland
April 11, 2024 07:01 - 5 minutes - 4.74 MBThe problem has been found to be more acute as communities become more remote. Now, an anti-smoking campaign is trying to reach those communities, with the aim of providing resources for addicted smokers to help them quit.
EU Migration and Asylum rules go through - but it's taken a decade.
April 11, 2024 04:28 - 5 minutes - 5.03 MBThe European Union has approved a historic reform of its migration and asylum laws, hoping to manage the entry of thousands of people without authorization. The EU's Pact on Migration and Asylum has been in the works since 2015, but has faced criticism from human rights groups. The laws are set to come into force in two years.
Hamas leader says sons and grandchildren killed by Israeli air strike
April 11, 2024 02:11 - 4 minutes - 8.64 MBIsrael's military confirmed the strike saying, it had eliminated three Hamas military wing operatives in the central Gaza Strip.
Archaeologists upend what we thought we knew about early Indigenous Australians
April 10, 2024 09:15 - 6 minutes - 5.6 MBArchaeologists have discovered ancient Indigenous artifacts on an island off Cape York, challenging the long held notion that Indigenous Australians did not make pottery. The discovery of 82 pieces of Indigenous pottery on Jiigurru is the earliest ever identified in Australia, and provides a glimpse into just how far back the craftsmanship and innovation of Australia's Traditional Owners really stretches.
Other countries keen to join AUKUS
April 10, 2024 08:54 - 8 minutes - 7.33 MBThe AUKUS security pact could expand to include collaboration with other like-minded countries. The pact's three founding partners - Australia, the UK and the US - say they are considering involving Japan in specific defence technology projects. Analysts say there are both advantages and disadvantages with expanding the arrangement.
Climate inaction by governments ruled to be a human rights violation
April 10, 2024 08:48 - 4 minutes - 4.31 MBIn a landmark ruling...Europe’s top human rights court has found the Swiss government is not doing enough to combat climate change. Experts say it could unleash a new wave of climate litigation. The verdict suggests governments are legally obligated to meet their climate targets under human rights law.