SBS News In Depth
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Calls for better recognition of the international professional qualifications of migrants
March 13, 2024 04:41 - 8 minutes - 7.39 MBThe Committee for Economic Development of Australia report shows the nation needs to make more use of the skilled migrants in the country.
Ship with desperately-needed food aid headed for Gaza
March 13, 2024 02:38 - 4 minutes - 4.35 MBThe first ship carrying aid to Gaza has set sail from Cyprus as part of a test of a new sea corridor to the territory. The ship is transporting 200 tonnes of food and is expected to arrive in Gaza within three days.
Your (appearance-based) rights at work
March 13, 2024 02:31 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBCan your employer force you to wear makeup at work? There’s been a lot of talk around workers’ rights in Australia this year - after the Federal Parliament legislated right to disconnect from work. But when it comes to how you look at work, do you know what your employer can ask of you?
Haiti's President to resign
March 13, 2024 02:23 - 5 minutes - 4.88 MBIt comes after more than a week of heavy fighting among armed gangs which has led to the displacement of 360,000 people, who the United Nations World Food Programme says are facing acute food shortages.
SBS On the Money: Iron ore prices continue to slide
March 12, 2024 07:21 - 9 minutes - 8.91 MBIron ore prices slumped more than 7 per cent overnight, extending its recent slide, so what does that mean for government revenues? Rhayna Bosch speaks with Westpac Senior Economist Justin Smirk, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's market moves with Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool.
'People scared, screaming, crying': What happened to Latam flight LA800?
March 12, 2024 07:16 - 4 minutes - 4.23 MBInvestigations are continuing to what caused a Boeing 787 to suddenly loose altitude during a flight between Sydney and Auckland. The incident, involving a LATAM Airlines jet, left more than a dozen people with injuries severe enough to be sent to hospital after they were violently flung around the cabin.
Ramadan in Gaza and still no ceasefire as famine looms
March 12, 2024 06:11 - 8 minutes - 7.35 MBA Gaza ceasefire deal remains elusive, even as the Islamic holy month of Ramadan begins. Israel has not ruled out a military offensive in Rafah during Ramadan, and world leaders are renewing calls for an end to the fighting.
Are the 'big box' retailers ruining gardening?
March 12, 2024 01:35 - 7 minutes - 6.47 MBIf you love gardening, chances are you spend a lot of time at Bunnings. The retail giant controls 70 per cent of the plant market, and there's concerns that market power is negatively impacting suppliers, and reducing options for consumers.
Video surveillance to be installed in some Australian abattoirs
March 11, 2024 06:49 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBAustralian meatworks certified under the industry’s welfare certification scheme will now have to install video surveillance systems to ensure safety and welfare standards are upheld. It comes after the Australian Meat Industry Council rejected similar calls by advocacy groups last year. The move has been welcomed by animal rights groups, but they say more needs to be done.
Renewed calls for pill testing at festivals and clubs
March 11, 2024 06:34 - 7 minutes - 6.54 MBA man's death from a suspected drug overdose at a music festival in Victoria has led to renewed calls for pill testing in the state. The ACT and Queensland are so far the only jurisdictions to give the go-ahead for legalised drug checking across mobile and fixed sites.
For people in Gaza Ramadan marked by war and famine
March 11, 2024 03:38 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBMuslims around the world are beginning to observe Ramadan - a time of celebration and religious reflection - but for many people in Gaza, the festivities are instead being marked by war and famine. Thousands of Israeli police have been deployed around the Old City in Jerusalem, with local media reports saying many Palestinians have been prevented from entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque, one of the holiest sites in Islam.
Pope's 'white flag' remarks about Ukraine trigger angry responses
March 11, 2024 02:44 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MBComments from Pope Francis apparently urging Ukraine to surrender and negotiate peace with Russia have sparked widespread criticism, particularly among Ukrainian officials and some European figures. The Pope suggested that Ukraine, facing defeat, should not be ashamed to negotiate peace, likening this approach to courage. But he used the phrase "the white flag" which for many means surrender.
Do you really know what chemicals are in your cosmetics?
March 10, 2024 22:05 - 8 minutes - 7.34 MBNew Zealand is banning them, the EU is phasing them out, and a growing number of states in the US are restricting the use of PFAS chemicals in cosmetics. But experts say Australia is 'way behind' when it comes to limiting exposure to so-called 'forever chemicals.'
'Never underestimate your child': New video campaign raises awareness around Cerebral palsy
March 10, 2024 03:21 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBCerebral palsy is the most common physical disability in childhood with 1 in 1000 babies diagnosed in Australia. A new video campaign is seeking to raise more awareness about the condition.
This Adelaide cafe has become a haven for displaced Ukrainians
March 10, 2024 02:34 - 6 minutes - 6.23 MBIn Adelaide, thousands of people attended international music and arts festival WOMAD over the weekend. Among this year's attractions, the Ukrainian community created a café to share music, culture and food, and raise money for the Ukraine Crisis Appeal. It's also the culmination of an art therapy project for Ukrainians displaced by the war who have painted the cafe chairs with symbols of hope.
INTERVIEW: SBS speaks to Director-general of ASIO Mike Burgess on foreign interference
March 09, 2024 21:00 - 10 minutes - 9.29 MBIn his annual threat assessment, Australia’s intelligence chief said the foreign interference threat "is real, is now, and is deeper and broader than you think". Australia’s multicultural communities are vulnerable to foreign interference, which involves clandestine, coercive, and disruptive operations by foreign actors and their proxies. SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson speaks with ASIO director general Mike Burgess about this threat to multicultural communities.
Could artificial intellgence bring new hope to couples facing infertility?
March 09, 2024 20:02 - 6 minutes - 12.1 MBIVF success rates used to be less than 10 per cent, but today around a third of women will have a baby in their first IVF cycle. Now, as artificial intelligence transforms our world, researchers hope it'll help further improve outcomes for people hoping to start a family. This is the second part in our series on the Future of Fertility.
Could artificial intelligence bring new hope to couples facing infertility?
March 09, 2024 20:02 - 6 minutes - 12.1 MBIVF success rates used to be less than 10 per cent, but today around a third of women will have a baby in their first IVF cycle. Now, as artificial intelligence transforms our world, researchers hope it'll help further improve outcomes for people hoping to start a family. This is the second part in our series on the Future of Fertility.
Australia confronts its worst rental affordability crisis in 17 years
March 09, 2024 06:44 - 4 minutes - 4.53 MBAustralia is facing its worst rental affordability crisis in 17 years, with soaring rent prices outpacing income growth, affecting millions. The latest PropTrack Rental Affordability report finds households on the median income of $110,000 per year could only afford 39 per cent of available properties to rent.
Hot? Sticky? Sydney's cooling hubs stave off heatwave horrors
March 09, 2024 00:59 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MBIt's been a hot, sticky summer across Australia - and in many places, the official start of autumn hasn't been much cooler. For most people, that's an excuse to head for the beach to cool off. But that's not an option for people experiencing homelessness. To help solve the problem, a team of researchers put together Australia's first 'cooling hubs’.
INTERVIEW: former US Ambassador Herman Cohen explains the current conflict in DRC
March 08, 2024 21:00 - 6 minutes - 5.73 MBThere are fears for thousands of people across the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, after the M23 rebel group took the town of Nyanzale, killing at least 15 people. The town is just 30 kilometres from the provincial capital Goma, with analysts saying M23 could be emboldened to advance further into government-held territory. The United States says the group has the backing of the DRC's neighbour Rwanda. To understand more about the conflict, and the significance of the rebel group's a...
Kim is thriving in a male-dominated field. But more women are desperately needed
March 08, 2024 20:00 - 4 minutes - 4.55 MBThere are renewed calls for more women to join the construction sector, to help address Australia’s housing crisis. A national skills shortage is creating long delays and adding to the cost of building a new home, according to the Master Builders Association.
New mass bleaching event underway on Great Barrier Reef
March 08, 2024 08:11 - 4 minutes - 4.09 MBWeeks of above-average temperatures have taken a toll on the Great Barrier Reef, as scientists confirm at least two-thirds of the reef is experiencing another mass bleaching. With coral bleaching events affecting more and more reefs worldwide, some are fearing the Great Barrier Reef won't recover as it has in the past.
Man charged over disappearance of Samantha Murphy is named
March 08, 2024 08:06 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MBThe identity of the 22-year-old charged with the murder of missing Victorian woman Samantha Murphy can now be revealed. A Ballarat court has lifted its suppression order on the name and image of Patrick Stephenson - the son of a former AFL player.
SBS On the Money: Corporate boardroom gender diversity improving & global markets hit record highs
March 08, 2024 06:27 - 10 minutes - 9.17 MBThe proportion of females on ASX200 boards sits at just over 37%, where 40% is considered the best-practice gender equality goal. But female representation in the role of chair is lacking. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Louise Petschler from the AICD to find out more, plus the day on the markets with Omkar Joshi as the US, Frace, Germany and Australian markets hit record highs.
Still much to do: International Womens Day aims to accelerate progress
March 08, 2024 05:43 - 5 minutes - 5 MBIt's a time to reflect on progress made to improve the lives of women globally and also to highlight the work that still needs to be done. This year UN Women's theme for International Women's Day is 'Invest in women: Accelerate progress'.
INTERVIEW: Dr Robert Glasser on Australia's focus on funding clean energy programs
March 08, 2024 01:13 - 8 minutes - 7.95 MBClimate change has become a key factor in regional security. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese annouced a new way to invest in climate programs during the ASEAN Special Summit, a $2 billion Southeast Asia Investment Financing Facility to increase Australian investment in the region’s clean energy transition. Rania Yallop spoke to Head of the Climate and Security Policy Centre at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, Dr Robert Glasser, about Australia's focus on funding clean energy programs.
Anger in Israel as more than 100 hostages remain in Gaza
March 07, 2024 23:59 - 5 minutes - 5.23 MBTalks mediated by Qatar and Egypt have hoped to secure a 40-day ceasefire in Gaza amid fears violence could escalate during the Muslim fasting month. But the release of hostages and length of a ceasefire appear to be two of the major stumbling blocks to bringing Israel's bombardment to an end.
Mothers like Sam will now receive superannuation on paid parental leave
March 07, 2024 07:47 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBAustralian parents are set to receive superannuation payments whilst taking paid parental leave. The payment will be added to government funded parental leave, with hopes it will bridge the gap between men's and women's super.
Majority of closing the gap targets 'not on track', latest commission finds
March 07, 2024 07:22 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBThe number of Indigenous babies being born healthy and strong is continuing to improve. But according to new data released by the Productivity Commission, that's one of the few highlights for First Nations people among inequities that are proving difficult to shift, particularly in areas of incarceration and child protection.
SBS On the Money: ASX hits another record while ACCC outlines new priorities
March 07, 2024 06:47 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBThe ASX200 hit another record today and the Australian dollar surged as the US Federal Reserve put rate cuts on the table this year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Morningstar Chief Investment Officer Matt Wacher for more, including his take on the banks. Plus, the ACCC's Gina Cass-Gottlieb outlines the consumer monitor's key priorities and shares her concerns about the BankWest closure in WA.
SBS On the Money: ASX hits another record while ACCC outlines new priorities
March 07, 2024 06:47 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBThe ASX200 hit another record today and the Australian dollar surged as the US Federal Reserve put rate cuts on the table this year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Morningstar Chief Investment Officer Matt Wacher for more, including his take on the banks. Plus, the ACCC's Gina Cass-Gottlieb outlines the consumer monitor's key priorities and shares her concerns about the BankWest closure in WA.
This man has a rare blood type - and it's helping Australia's genetically diverse population
March 07, 2024 04:41 - 4 minutes - 4.01 MBThere has been an increase in lesser known blood types in Australia, according to a new study published in Pathology. The findings reflect the genetic diversity of migrants coming to Australia.
South Australian Voice to Parliament: 'A fresh bridge we can walk on'
March 07, 2024 00:47 - 4 minutes - 8.37 MBAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in South Australia are voting to elect the first state Voice to Parliament in the country. Last March the state legislated a model for an Indigenous voice to parliament, ahead of the national referendum on a voice to Federal Parliament. So how will it work and why do the candidates think it will be a good thing for communities?
Ceasefire talks stall as missile strikes and humanitarian crises continue
March 07, 2024 00:05 - 6 minutes - 11 MBTalks on a ceasefire and hostage exchange in Gaza appear to be at an impasse, with Hamas refusing to accept an Israel offer of a temporary ceasefire. The negotiations have stalled amid a deepening humanitarian crisis, and an attack on a merchant vessel in the Red Sea.
The 'filthy five' car brands accused of environmental damage
March 06, 2024 08:07 - 3 minutes - 3.3 MBThe Climate Council has identified five global car companies whose vehicles are blamed for an alarming amount of climate pollution in Australia. To tackle this, the government will be implementing vehicle efficiency standards from next year.
Special ASEAN summit wraps up in Melbourne
March 06, 2024 07:34 - 7 minutes - 7.14 MBLeaders from South East Asian nations have gathered in Melbourne for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations' special summit. Issues with the South China Sea, Myanmar, and climate change dominated diplomatic talks, with Australia announcing billions to advance relationships in the region.
SBS On the Money: Australia's economy crawls as gold hits record high
March 06, 2024 06:41 - 13 minutes - 12 MBAustralia looks to have avoided a technical recession, with its economy expanding by 0.2% in the December quarter. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with St George Economist Pat Bustamante for more, including why it may still feel like a recession for some people; plus the day on the markets with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions including gold's new record.
Gaza ceasefire talks stumble over hostage and aid concerns
March 05, 2024 23:14 - 5 minutes - 5 MBTime is running out to halt fighting in Gaza, with just days left until Ramadan begins. Negotiators have hoped to secure a ceasefire agreement beforehand, to allow for more aid to be delivered and the remaining hostages held by Hamas to return home. There are also concerns that extreme hunger and malnutrition has taken hold inside the besieged enclave.
Change Agents: From solitude to solidarity: the journey that led to a disability support service
March 05, 2024 21:00 - 8 minutes - 7.55 MBWe often hear about society's high achievers but there are others acting as role models of change. In this episode of Change Agents we meet Yasser Zaki, who runs a disability support service which has now branched out overseas and employs many people with disability.
Managing the menopause: could you use alternatives to medication?
March 05, 2024 20:30 - 5 minutes - 5.12 MBA series of papers by Australian researchers suggests the medical establishment may be over-medicalising menopause. The authors say viewing the natural decline in female reproductivity as a health problem to be solved with hormone treatment is a simplification not based in evidence. They are calling for a broader understanding of the condition which empowers women experiencing menopause to navigate the change.
Eurovision 2024 sees Australia's First Nations heritage debut
March 05, 2024 20:00 - 4 minutes - 4.18 MBWho will raise the iconic glass microphone trophy at this year's 2024 Eurovision song contest? Australia are in with a chance, with the country's pick for this year's competition announced as South Australian duo, Electric Fields.But the competition is making news for other reasons, too, with Israel's public broadcaster agreeing to revise the lyrics of its potential submission to Eurovision.
Shock allegations against Sam Kerr took Football Australia by surprise
March 05, 2024 08:18 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBMatildas captain Sam Kerr has pleaded not guilty to the alleged racially aggravated harassment of a police officer during an incident in London last year. The 30-year-old denied the charges at a hearing at Kingston upon Thames Crown Court. Football Australia says they weren't made aware of the incident.
Screen time could be limiting language development in toddlers, study finds
March 05, 2024 07:14 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBA first-of its-kind Australian study has found the average three year-old can spend three hours in front of a screen each day. Researchers tracked the media habits of more than 200 Australian families over two-and-a-half years, and they'll continue to do so as they go through school.
INTERVIEW: MP Zoe Daniel calls for ASEAN to act on Myanmar rights crisis
March 05, 2024 05:23 - 8 minutes - 7.51 MBIndependent MP Zoe Daniel says the Association of South East Asian Nations needs to do more to address the crisis in Myanmar. Myanmar is not represented by its military chief Min Aung Hlaing at this year's summit, with Australia maintaining ASEAN's existing ban on political representation by senior members of the military government. More than 4600 civilians have died since the army seized power from Myanmar's elected government in 2021. SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson spoke ...
INTERVIEW: Hundreds die from preventable cervical cancer each year, what needs to change?
March 04, 2024 23:50 - 8 minutes - 7.6 MBA health advocate says 1 in 3 eligible Victorians is not getting screened for cervical cancer, with the intimate procedure creating barriers to access. Cancer Council Victoria’s Kate Broun says an increasing number of people are screening from home, particularly older women and new arrivals to the country. But despite this, new data from group’s cancer registry shows that more than 200 Victorians were diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2022, with more than 1,000 cases diagnosed in the five yea...
Ten years on, still few clues to what happened to MH370
March 04, 2024 22:51 - 4 minutes - 3.68 MBAs the tenth anniversary of the disappearance of Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 approaches, there’s a renewed push to resume the search for the doomed plane. Most of those on board were Chinese citizens, with a number of other foreigners, including six Australians.
Australia hosts nine ASEAN world leaders in Melbourne
March 04, 2024 08:25 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBStrengthening economic ties, regional security, climate change, and clean energy are top of the agenda as leaders gather for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations' Special Summit. It's the biggest diplomatic event Australia has hosted since 2018.
Calls for widespread change on how obesity is treated in Australia
March 04, 2024 08:08 - 3 minutes - 3.65 MBAn extra 2.5 million Australians are now classified as obese compared with a decade ago, as the federal government considers a proposal to limit junk-food advertising targeted towards children. The new figures shine the light on alternative perspectives on what it means to be obese as well what makes it difficult for migrant communities.
From gel filled prawns to diluted wine: Food fraud is on the rise
March 04, 2024 08:00 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MBFrom prawns plumped up with gel to wine watered down with fruit juice, food fraud is a growing problem that costs producers in Australia billions. Longer and more complex supply chains means even the products at your local supermarket could be affected, despite advances in detection technology.