Allies including the US, UK and EU have called for a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon, following an escalation in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. The 12-strong bloc proposed an immediate 21-day pause in fighting to provide space for diplomacy towards the conclusion of a diplomatic settlement and a ceasefire in Gaza. The ceasefire call comes as Israel's army chief rallied his troops on the border with Lebanon to prepare for a possible ground invasion.

A nine-month-old baby King penguin living in Melbourne has quickly captured hearts around the world. Pesto has become an internet sensation with fans across the globe and international media.With a diet of about 25 to 32 fish in a day, Pesto weighs 23-point-five kilograms and is towering above the height of his foster parents.

Pesto the penguin superstar wows the public

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has firmly rejected growing international calls for a temporary ceasefire, declaring Israel will continue its military operations against Hezbollah with full force. Lebanon’s foreign minister has expressed concern for his country, warning that ongoing conflict poses a threat to his country's existence. Despite the intensifying crisis, the United States hopes for a diplomatic resolution.

Netanyahu rejects calls for a ceasefire, vows continued attacks of Hezbollah

With summer approaching, few things are more appealing than a long, cold beer. Except with the climate warming up, brewing the perfect pint is becoming more of a challenge. In Germany, where they are preparing for the Oktoberfest beer festival, brewing beer is close to a religion. The beer industry is looking to find ways to make hops - a vital ingredient of beer - more resistant to rising temperatures and drought

Beer’s brewing battle: climate change is challenging traditional hop-growing

A student-led protest in Hong Kong, with umbrellas, had its beginnings 10 years ago. It quickly grew and at times, brought parts of the city to a standstill, also becoming a global symbol for peaceful resistance. Several of the movement's leaders were later convicted of public nuisance charges and sentenced to jail. While it has been described as a watershed moment for the pro-democracy movement in China's special administrative region, freedoms in Hong Kong have since further eroded. According to estimates by the Hong Kong Democracy Council, there are currently more than 1,800 political prisoners in Hong Kong.

It's ten years since the start of Hong Kong's Umbrella protests.

Calls for 21-day ceasefire as Israel prepares for ground invasion of Lebanon

A traditional healing ceremony has been held in Darwin for the families of three US Marines who died during a training exercise over the Tiwi Islands in the Northern Territory. Around two dozen personnel were on board an Osprey aircraft when it crashed on the remote Melville Island, north of Darwin, in August last year.

Tiwi people hold healing ceremony for bereaved US families

A free community laundry service has seen encouraging results in reducing the prevalence of skin infections and scabies in remote Northern Territory communities. Untreated scabies infestations can lead to dangerous secondary infections, which can then be a factor in causing rheumatic heart disease.

The laundry service that's changing lives for good

The latest supermarket price report by consumer advocacy group Choice has revealed Aldi is once again the cheapest grocer in the country. This comes as Woolworths and Coles face allegations by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission that they have broken consumer law. But is it always possible for consumers to shop around?

One supermarket has been named the cheapest in Australia once again. But is everyone able to shop around?

Some Australians stuck in Lebanon say they are trying to heed the Prime Minister's call to flee the country - but are being held up by the government. Batoul Hijazi and her one-year-old son Adam are Australian citizens, but Batoul's husband and Adam's father Abbas Wehbe isn't. They're waiting on the Department of Home Affairs to approve visas for Abbas so the family can flee to safety in Australia but are still yet to hear word from the government.

'I want to leave but I can't': The Australians stuck in Lebanon as bombs rain down

Australia's Age Discrimination Commissioner is calling on people to shift their attitudes towards older people, and for ageism to be treated the same way as sexism and racism. Research from the World Health Organization shows negative stereotypes can contribute to elder abuse, push people out of the workforce and even shorten lifespans. Advocates say an intergenerational approach is needed to challenge deeply-held beliefs and values.

Are older people a burden or a boon?

The Prime Minister has left the door open to take changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax to the next election after reports that Treasury is costing the policy. Anthony Albanese says he'd need to be convinced reforms would increase housing supply as key housing reforms languish in the Senate.

PM isn't ruling out changes to negative gearing

Inflation has slipped into the RBA's target band so what does that mean for interest rates? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses with Johnathan McMenamin from Barrenjoey and Hebe Chen at IG Markets, plus Stephen Cobat from UBS Global Wealth Management explains why Sydney is only at a moderate risk of being in a property bubble.

SBS On the Money: Inflation has slipped into the RBA's target band so what does that mean for interest rates?

Young boys at risk of using family, domestic and sexual violence will be able to engage in early intervention programs under a federal government initiative. The $23 million in funding for organisations across the country is looking to catch early signs of antisocial behaviour and break the cycle of violence.

Breaking the cycle of violence with boys

Nearly 600-people including a senior Hezbollah leader have been killed in two days of Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon. The exchange of fire across the border is the worst conflict between Israel and Hezbollah since the 2006 war, which destroyed parts of the Lebanese capital Beirut. The United States and the United Nations are calling for both sides to step back from the brink of regional war as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues on in Gaza with no end in sight.

UN, US call for Israel and Hezbollah to step back from the brink of regional war

World leaders are gathering in New York as the United Nations General Assembly opens. It's the international organisation's biggest annual event where top leaders of all UN member countries speak to the world and each other.

UN's Antonio Guterres: 'The state of our world in unsustainable'

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has urged Israel against a ground invasion of Lebanon, and has called for Australians to leave the country whilst commercial flights are still available. SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson spoke to Senator Wong, who is in New York for the United Nations General Assembly

INTERVIEW: Foreign Minister Penny Wong on the situation in Lebanon

Intense Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon have killed at least 492 people in the past 24 hours, making it the country's deadliest day since its brutal civil war ended more than 30 years ago. Lebanon's Health Ministry says at least 35 children are among the dead. There've been widespread strikes - hitting about 1600 sites, so far, targetting dozens of towns and villages in southern Lebanon, as well as southern parts of the capital, and the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon's east.SBS's Janice Petersen spoke to Makram Rabah, Assistant Professor of History from the American University in Beirut and asked him about the reaction in Lebanon.

INTERVIEW: How are the people of Lebanon reacting to the attacks from Israel

An interest rate cut in Australia may still be some time away after the Reserve Bank left them on hold at 4.35% today and highlighted its focus on underlying inflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through today's decision with RSM Australia Economist Devika Shivadekar and Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool.

SBS On the Money: Why an interest rate cut in Australia may still be some time away

The Reserve Bank has held the cash rate steady, as expected by economists, with a warning: inflation remains too high. While central banks around the world have already started cutting rates, RBA governor Michelle Bullock says they also raised rates much higher than in Australia.

RBA keeps cash rate steady as inflation remains high

After the deadliest year on record for aid workers, the Australian Government will spearhead an international program to strengthen protections for humanitarian staff. It comes as the family of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom has called on Israel to end what they've described as a "blatant disregard" for the lives of humanitarian workers.

Australia to lead program to keep aid workers from harm

The supermarket giants are being brought to court after allegedly breaking Australian consumer law. So what kind of penalties are expected if Coles and Woolworths are found guilty, and what role can consumers play in holding big companies to account?

When is a bargain not a bargain? Supermarkets accused of misleading discounts.

Israel has attacked hundreds of Hezbollah targets in air strikes which Lebanese health authorities say killed hundreds of people and injured more than one thousand. It's the deadliest day in decades for Lebanon - and the escalation is increasing fears of a wider regional war.

Israeli strikes hit Lebanon in deadliest day of conflict since 2006

A female cat has more freedom in Afghanistan than a woman does, according to Hollywood actor Meryl Streep. She's spoken at the United Nations in a bid to get world leaders to focus on the plight of Afghan women and girls, since the takeover of the country by the Taliban in 2021.

'A bird may sing in Kabul, but a girl may not': Actor Meryl Streep speaks up for Afghan women at UN

A new report by housing advocacy group Everybody's Home outlines the issue as being largely driven by rent increases and no-grounds evictions, and are calling for urgent reform.

Many Australians on income support priced out of the rental property market

The ACCC claims supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths has engaged in misleading discount pricing so Naveen Razik speaks with Rosie Thomas from CHOICE to find out when a grocery story deal is a deal, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the sharemarket news of the day with David Scutt from City Index.

On The Money: 23 September 2024

The federal opposition has drawn criticism from across the political spectrum over the lack of costing detail in its nuclear energy policy. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has delivered a major speech devoted to nuclear energy, but says he's not revealing the price of the policy just yet.

Talking, but still no costing, for the coalition's nuclear energy policy

The 51-year-old stalwart of Australian football faces a tough task in a short amount of time, as he tries to turn around Australia's sagging campaign to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. But, it's a task he's approaching with immense pride, and confidence.

Tony Popovic unveiled as new Socceroos coach

His victory marks a shift towards change, with promises to tackle corruption and lead the country out of its ongoing economic crisis. This election follows Sri Lanka's worst financial crisis in decades, which led to widespread protests and the resignation of the previous president.

'We can turn this country around': Sri Lanka elects Anura Kumara Dissanayake as President

Israel has raided and shut down Al Jazeera's bureau in the occupied West Bank in its continued efforts to clamp down on the Qatari broadcaster. Meanwhile, escalation of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has threatened to overshadow the ongoing devastation in Gaza.

'Everybody is bracing for the worst', says Palestinian ambassador as Middle East violence intensifies

Australians living in the remote Northern Territory on the Tiwi islands have been facing some of the highest crime rates in the nation. Local elders are now looking to remedy that through a grassroots approach that will provide support for families in the community.

An Indigenous-led solution to crime in the Tiwi Islands

The stability and wellbeing of the Indo-Pacific has taken the spotlight at the Quad Summit in the United States- the meeting between the leaders of the United States, Australia, India and Japan.

Fighting cancer, boosting regional security take centre stage at Quad Summit

Businesses insolvencies are rising as operating costs soar and a growing number are defaulting on their tax debts, according to a credit reporting bureau. In Sydney, two entrepreneurs have joined forces to boost their incomes.

To survive soaring costs, these ‘good neighbours’ have come up with a clever solution

First Nations arts workers will be able to share their cultural knowledge under a new fellowship that will see them travel to the Netherlands and have access to the second largest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art outside of Australia. The Nguluway Dhuluyarra Fellowship is the result of a partnership between the National Gallery of Australia, the Embassy of the Netherlands and the Wereldmuseum in Leiden.

Fellowship in the Netherlands for First Nations arts workers

A combination of dwindling demand and changing tastes has seen Tupperware Brands file for bankruptcy this week. The U-S company made colourful plastic food containers go-to items in kitchens all around the world. But demand has dropped for its products in recent years with a younger generation of shoppers moving away from plastic.

The Tupperware party's over

An Israeli strike on Beirut has killed at least 14 people, including a top Hezbollah military commander. Israel's military says the strike killed Ibrahim Aqil, a founding member of Hezbollah's military wing.

Hezbollah commander dead after Israeli strike on Beirut

Each year, 19,000 Australians are diagnosed with blood cancer and about 1,000 of them approach the Australian Bone Marrow Donor Registry looking for a stem cell donor. The registry says Australia is facing a critical shortage of registered stem cell donors from all cultural backgrounds. Lisa Smith is the CEO of the Australian Bone Marrow Donor Registry. She spoke to SBS Macedonian's Ana Kotaleska.

A call for stem cell donors on World Bone Marrow Day

Millions of Sri Lankans will vote today in the first election since the country's worst economic crisis. President Ranil Wickremesinghe is seeking a fresh mandate, pointing to how the economy has stabilised after months of food and fuel shortages. SBS Asia Correspondent Aaron Fernandes told Greg Dyett it's a significant election with no frontrunner.

Pivotal election in Sri Lanka to elect the next President

Alex Ryvchin, the co-Chief Executive of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, speaks to SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson about Australia abstaining from this week's UN vote on Israel and the Palestinian territories.

Weekend One On One: the Executive Council of Australian Jewry's Alex Ryvchin

Graham Arnold has resigned as coach of the Socceroos, after more than six years in charge. It comes following a series of poor results in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup that have jeopardised Australia's place in the tournament.

Graham Arnold resigns as Socceroos coach

Tens of thousands of older Australians are waiting up to fifteen months to receive home care support.

A 15 month wait for vital care: why are older Australians being left in the lurch?

Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has accused Israel of attacking his group’s communication devices, resulting in 37 deaths and 3,000 injuries. He vowed Israel will face severe consequences. Meanwhile, Palestinian diplomats are urging the UN Security Council to enforce the General Assembly's resolution, which calls for Israel to end its "unlawful presence" in Gaza and the West Bank within a year.

Pager explosions described as 'war crime'

Australia is facing criticism from some for abstaining from voting on a United Nations resolution to end the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories within twelve months. The non-binding vote passed the UN General Assembly with 142 nations voting in favour, twelve voting against and 43 abstaining. The Federal Opposition says Australia should have opposed the resolution and that view is shared by the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, while the Greens say Australia should have voted in favour. Izzat Abdulhadi is Head of the General Delegation of Palestine to Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. He spoke with SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson.

INTERVIEW: Palestinian ambassador to Australia, Izzat Abdulhadi

The Climate Council says solar is saving Australians a collective three billion dollars on power bills every year – and it's hoping to double these numbers. But experts are questioning how feasible this really is, as Aussies continue to grapple with the cost-of-living crisis.

Rooftop solar versus the cost of living crisis

The government is being called to respond to 25 recommendations from a Senate inquiry into perimenopause and menopause. The inquiry heard from hundreds of women across Australia, who shared stories of stigma, dismissal of symptoms and financial barriers. In this bonus episode of 'Hysterical', we hear from advocates and women with lived experience on what they want the federal government to do.

Hysterical: 'It was just overwhelming': mental health among Senate inquiry recommendations

Australia is facing criticism after abstaining from voting on the U-N resolution to end the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories within twelve months. The non-binding vote passed the United Nations General Assembly.

Strong reaction to Australia's abstention from Israeli-Palestinian UN vote

A Ukrainian drone strike on a military depot inside Russia has injured 13, triggering a large fire and evacuation. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has praised the attack, as Russia’s President, Vladimir Putin, vowed military upgrades to his army and navy.

13 injured after Ukraine attacks inside Russian territory

Lebanon has suffered a second wave of attacks with the explosion of walkie-talkies and solar energy equipment across the country. The recent blasts have been worrying the international community, which fears an escalation of hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel.

More booby-trapped communications equipment injures hundreds

A new set of protections for teenagers on Instagram has raised questions about whether tech companies can be trusted to self-regulate for the safety of children. Experts remain unconvinced, saying the new measures do nothing to combat harmful content spreading on the platform and could easily be bypassed by tech-savvy kids.

Social media experts poke holes in Meta's new protections for teens

Do you know when and how often compulsory super contributions are made by your employer into your super fund? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Super Members Council CEO Misha Schubert about the government's move to make empolyers pay super at the same time as payday. Plus, Ben Richards from Seneca Financial Solutions discusses the day's sharemarket action- including expectations for a US interest rate cut overnight.

SBS On the Money: 18 September 2024

More than one thousand delegates have gathered in Perth for the largest rural health conference of its kind in the southern hemisphere. A key highlight of the three-day event was addressing the unique challenges faced by Indigenous communities in some of Australia's most remote locations.

"Everyone in the Kimberley knows someone who is impacted by kidney disease"

A landmark report into modern slavery in New South Wales has found temporary workers in rural and regional parts of the state are being exploited. Practices such as debt bondage, forced labour, and in extreme cases, servitude, were exposed in key industries including agriculture, horticulture and meat processing.

'Debt bondage' and 'servitude': landmark report reveals temporary workers vulnerable to modern slavery

The Labor Party campaigns as the party for workers, but with an election creeping closer, it’s trying to sell itself as the party for business, too. However, businesses say they're being suffocated by red tape from a swathe of industrial relations laws bought in over the past two years.

The difficult relationship between business and the federal government

A series of explosions involving hundreds of handheld pagers used by Hezbollah has killed at least nine people and injured 2,700. The Lebanese government and Hezbollah accuse Israel of carrying out the attack as tensions escalate.

Hezbollah blames Israel for mass pager explosion in Lebanon

Donald Trump’s running mate, JD Vance is calling for a reduction in political rhetoric after what appears to be a second assassination attempt on Mr Trump. This comes amidst heightened political tensions ahead of the upcoming elections, prompting increased security measures for election workers, volunteers, and voters.

Political tensions heightened in US among politicians and workers

Labor's attempts to put its housing bills to a vote in parliament have been thwarted, with the rest of the Senate teaming up to block the move. With two housing bills stalled in the parliament, the government is now dangling the prospect of a double dissolution election to get its agenda through.

'Stop bulldozing, start negotiating': Senate teams up to delay Labor's housing bills

Australia's Paralympics medal haul has been the lowest for decades. Para athlete advocates say the lack of investment in athletes with a disability is the reason Australia only bagged 11 medals in Paris.

Why was Australia's Paralympics medal haul its lowest in decades?

Almost seven thousand people became Australia's newest citizens today, at more than 100 ceremonies around the country. Today marked Australian Citizenship Day, celebrating 75 years of Australians no longer being simply regarded as British subjects.

An 'independent, multicultural nation': Australia celebrates 75 years of citizenship

Despite a significant increase in the representation of women in leadership roles at Australia's top companies, major corporations are still failing to represent the multicultural Australian landscape. A number of female business leaders have come together to call for executives to better reflect Australia's diverse array of culturally and linguistically diverse communities in corporate decision-making.

The 'whitest shade of pale': what's missing from these top Australian boards?

Israeli military actions in Gaza has resulted in over 42,200 deaths and more than 95,000 injuries since the 7th of October. This comes as UN experts criticise Western support for Israel, citing human rights violations and questioning Israel’s UN membership. Meanwhile, Iran denies supplying the Houthi rebels with a hypersonic missile launched at Israel from Yemen.

UN experts criticise western support for Israel

US authorities have raised concerns after a suspected second assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump. The US president, the security services and Congress say more measures will be taken to put an end to the political violence that haunts the country.

US authorities say 'no place for political violence in America'

New research shows just 30 per cent of retirement age Australians have enough super balance to retire comfortably. While the number is expected to rise in the next three decades, experts are warning Australians to always ensure they're paid the right amount.

Only 30% of Australians can currently retire comfortably according to new research

The federal government has used the 2nd anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death to announce further targeted sanctions and travel bans on five Iranian individuals. They include senior security and law enforcement officials, who the government says have been complicit in the repression of protests in Iran. 195 Iran-linked individuals and entities have already been sanctioned - almost half have links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Twenty-two year-old Mahsa Amini's death, following her arrest by so-called morality police in Iran, sparked the nationwide Woman, Life, Freedom movement across the country, which some protesters say is still continuing.

Mahsa Jina Amini remains 'more than a symbol' to Iranians, two years after her death

The ASX 200 has hit an all-time record close, after matching its previous intra-day high. The gold miners, a key catalyst – as the price of the precious metal continued to soar ahead of an expected US rate cut. For more on that decision, plus what to expect from other major central bank meetings this week, Rena Sarumpaet speaks with Ophir asset management head of research Luke McMillan.

SBS On the Money: The ASX 200 hits an all-time record close

A new government report has estimated that over 411,000 Australians living with dementia. That number is expected to reach almost 900,000 by 2050. Yet advocacy groups and experts warn our health systems, as they currently stand, cannot accommodate those numbers. They add stigma is hindering timely diagnoses and treatment – particularly among young people.

How stigma is leading to a dangerous delay in dementia diagnosis

The government has put housing on top of the agenda as the Senate sits this week. But there's no clear pathway for the Help to Buy and Build to Rent legislation, with both the Greens and the Coalition opposing the bills.

'Stop coming up with excuses': PM puts housing policy on top of agenda

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is investigating what it says appears to be a second assassination attempt on Donald Trump while he was golfing. Secret Service agents spotted and fired on a gunman in some bushes near the presidential candidate, with the suspect then fleeing the scene only to be arrested by local police. Trump is safe following the incident, while Democratic presidential hopeful Kamala Harris expressed relief her political rival was out of danger.

Trump uninjured after suspected assassination attempt

It's Dementia Action week, and Alyssa Gamaldo-Roddy is a professor in the Department of Psychology and Institute for Engaged Aging at Clemson University in South Carolina in the United States. Her research focuses on identifying adverse and protective factors associated with cognitive functioning, particularly in populations at risk for Alzheimer’s and related dementia. She also discusses how aging has changed from generation to generation as information has become more readily available with the development of technology.

INTERVIEW: What factors can lead to cognitive decline and dementia?

United States President Joe Biden and United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer have met to discuss Ukraine as NATO considers allowing the country to strike deep inside Russian territory with Western weapons. While some NATO leaders say Ukraine has the legal and moral right to conduct these strikes, others warn there needs to be adequate consideration of the risk of escalating conflict with Russia.

NATO leaders tread carefully after Putin threatens war

The latest theatre of conflict in the Middle East may be, of all things, soft drink purchases. The current war has many supporters of the Palestinian cause rethinking their beverage choices- and leaving global brands for local alternatives.

Middle East conflict bites Coca-Cola, Pepsi

Could improving the quality of Australia's political debate, come from the approach of what a new nonprofit is calling "finding uncommon ground"? The founder of Amplify, Paul Bassat, spoke with Biwa Kwan.

INTERVIEW: 'Democracy under siege': Could a new grassroots project be the antidote?

Regional Australians are more at risk of skin cancer compared with people living in major cities. And at the same time, their access to healthcare - including skin checks - can be limited. But an Australian researcher is developing a tool that could identify skin cancer with a simple patch test.

The patch test that could make it easier to detect skin cancer

Voters in the United States go to the polls in early November to elect their next president and this week just over 67 million of them watched the debate conducted in Pennsylvania between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Cameron Watts spoke to Jared Mondschein from the United States Studies in the hours just after the debate for his assessment.

INTERVIEW: Jared Mondschein from the US Studies Centre on this week's US presidential debate

Amid a labour shortage in the sectors like the construction industry, there has been a call to support the recruitment and retention of female tradies. SBS speaks to Jo Farrell, the founder of not-for-profit Build Like A Girl.

INTERVIEW: Meet the figure championing women to become tradies in a male-dominated environment

A new grassroots organisation seeks to open up spaces for everyday Australian citizens to participate in creating policy solutions to issues like housing, education and Indigenous Affairs. Georgina Harrison is the CEO of Amplify. She says after 23 years working in the public service, she saw a strong need to create a different way of approaching and producing better policy outcomes. Biwa Kwan spoke to her about the initiative and the plan to strengthen democracy.

INTERVIEW: Amplify's Georgina Harrison on strengthening democracy by 'finding uncommon ground'

It was an anti-climatic day for the Australian share market, which fell just a few points short of an all time record. But gold did not disappoint – the commodity soaring to new heights – as investors poured in ahead of expected US rate cuts. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tony Sycamore, a market analyst with IG Australia.

SBS On The Money: 13 September 2024

Women have been trying to make their mark in the male dominated building and construction industry for decades. Less than 3 per cent of the trades and construction workforce are women and that's been the case since the late 1980s. Advocates in the industry are encouraging women to take up the tools but say there are still significant barriers to entry.

'Our industry doesn't want to have that reckoning': where are all the female tradies?

Wealthier Australians will pay more for aged care, after the government secured bipartisan support to keep the sector sustainable. The changes have been welcomed by aged care providers, who say the government's new laws give the industry certainty for the future.

Wealthier Australians to pay more, after bipartisan agreement reached over aged care reforms

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to the West, that allowing Ukraine to use Western-made long-range missiles to strike Russian territory would directly involve NATO in the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has long urged Western allies to permit the use of these missiles to limit Moscow's military capabilities. Meanwhile, Ukraine has accused Russia of attacking a grain ship in the Black Sea.

President Putin warns the West against allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles

An attack on a school run by the United Nations refugee agency has been condemned - but Israel says it was being used as a command centre by Hamas. Meanwhile, Gaza's economy is being described by the UN as being 'in ruins' while the Palestinian Authority's finances are 'in free fall'.

Attack on UNRWA school condemned, but Israel says it was a Hamas base

The nation's media regulator will be given the authority to crack down on tech companies such as Meta and X, for misinformation and disinformation on their platforms. This comes as new laws introduced by the federal government will see social media companies placed under scrutiny for allowing the spread of fake news.

Big tech faces hefty fines for spreading misinformation

The United States and Britain has pledged nearly A$2.25 billion in additional aid to Ukraine. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced the measure during a visit to Kyiv. The potential use of long-range weapons against Russia was also raised during the visit.

More US, UK aid announced for Ukraine during Kyiv visit - but no shift on long-range missiles

Women are sharing experiences of stigma and discrimination when it comes to flexible working arrangements to manage chronic pain conditions. This is despite the fact at least 3 million Australians are estimated to be suffering with chronic pain, amid a rise in remote and hybrid work arrangements following the COVID pandemic. In this bonus episode of 'Hysterical' we speak to women who have encountered this workplace stigma, and the changes they wish to see across Australia's workplaces.

Hysterical: 'Push through' or quit: The choice facing women with chronic pain in inflexible workplaces

Anti-war protesters and police have clashed in Melbourne with dozens arrested and injured during violent protests outside a major weapons expo. Two dozen police have received medical treatment after being pelted with rocks, manure and low-grade acid by the demonstrators. The protesters say police used disproportionate force with their use of tear gas and rubber bullets.

Police and anti-war protesters clash outside weapons expo in Melbourne

With less than two months to go until the US election day, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have been pressed on their policies in their first presidential election debate. It comes just 75 days after President Joe Biden's debate performance triggered a political earthquake that ultimately forced him from the race.

Trump and Harris square off in fiery debate

The Albanese government's plan to enforce a higher minimum age for social media use has come under fire as a quick solution to a complex problem. While some experts believe a ban on younger users will protect children from platforms that may contribute to mental illness and eating disorders, others say social media is an important tool for young people to have access to.

Experts divided on whether social media ban will be realistic or effective

Russian officials say Ukraine has struck the Moscow region in one of its biggest drone attacks, killing at least one person and injuring three others. The drone attack comes as Ukraine threatens to cut ties with Iran, if Russia uses ballistic missiles supplied by Iran to attack Ukraine.

Ukraine launches mass drone attack on Moscow

The federal government says legislation enforcing a minimum age for social media use will be introduced by the end of the year. But some experts are raising concerns that this will not solve any problems, and is the wrong approach to the issue.

'Band-aid solution': Researchers raise the alarms over plans to enforce social media age limit

The ASX 200 ended higher – as CBA and Macquarie bank touched fresh highs. The miners did better, as the iron ore price recovered – plus NAB and Westpac release their latest business and consumer confidence surveys. For more, Rhayna Bosch spoke with Activam Group managing director and head of investments Robert Talevski.

SBS On the Money: Markets Bounce on Banking Boost

A new six-paper series shows there needs to be a change in the approach of suicide prevention, calling for social factors to be given the same importance as mental health issues. It comes as the federal government releases its draft advice for the latest National Suicide Prevention Policy, on World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10).

Health experts call for more holistic approach on suicide prevention

The report into of the Royal Commission Defence and Veterans Suicide has revealed that one sexual assault is reported to the Australian Defence Force every two days. Former Defence Force members have made damning allegations which suggest that, for many people enlisted, the greatest source of danger comes from within the ADF.

'Bullies and sexual predators': Royal Commission reveals Defence's "dirty little secret".

A new study has found that stigma around mental health and sleep performance is preventing current and former athletes from seeking help.

Tackling mental health and sleep stigma a challenge for current and retired athletes, study finds

Over a year after the arrest of Azerbaijani anti-corruption academic Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu, human rights organisations are concerned about Azerbaijan's human rights record ahead of it's hosting of the annual COP Climate Change summit. Since it was announced as this year's host in November last year, Azerbaijan has intensified crackdowns on independent media and academics, arresting dozens on falsified charges this year alone. And concerns are intensifying around Azerbaijan's commitments to expanding its fossil fuel industry.

Good Cop, Bad COP29: Azerbaijan's greenwashing ahead of crucial climate summit

Israeli forces have killed or wounded dozens in Gaza after bombing a tent encampment in a designated humanitarian area of Khan Younis. Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Penny Wong applauds the United Kingdom for curbing weapons exports to Israel.

Dozens injured or killed after airstrike on designated humanitarian area in Gaza

It was a big day for corporate news, as Westpac crowned a new chief executive in business boss Anthony Miller. Smiggle CEO John Cheston has been sacked over alleged “serious misconduct" – after defecting to jewellery retailer Lovisa. Plus the ASX200 tracks global markets lower as US jobs numbers miss expectations. For more, Rena Sarumpaet spoke with Capital.com Senior Market Analyst Kyle Rodda.

SBS On the Money: New Westpac CEO plus Smiggle boss sacked

A new report shows the changing priorities for Australians when it comes to their workplace arrangements. It reveals people are putting more emphasis on how their employers give them the flexibility they need to make room for other aspects of their life without running the risk of burning out.

Report finds Australians want more flexible work arrangements

Eating disorders are increasingly prevalent in Australia, with over million people suffering with the illness. A new campaign is looking to address the issue of appearance-based comments which can act as a damaging trigger for eating disorders. In fact, issues around body image is apparent in stigmas and stereotypes across our many different cultures in Australia.

The hidden dangers of appearance-based comments

After three years of harrowing evidence, the final report of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has been handed down. The seven-volume report makes 122 recommendations and says the leadership structure and culture within the Australian Defence Force needs to change.

'Three deaths every fortnight': Royal Commission into Veteran Suicide tables seven-volume report

Three Israeli civilians have been killed by a Jordanian gunman in a move that has been condemned by Israeli leaders but celebrated by some who oppose Israel's assault on Gaza. And the Gaza death toll nears 41,000 with dozens of Palestinians killed over the weekend as Israel escalates attacks in the region.

Palestinian authorities say dozens of people killed over the weekend in Gaza

If you have ever wanted to go out on your own for a nice meal, you're in great company. Solo dining can be a choice rather than an uncomfortable experience with an increasing number of people sharing a meal - with themselves.

A table for one: solo dining becomes more popular

Critics are urging Australian judges serving on Hong Kong's highest court to resign. Fellow foreign justices have stepped down, some in response to the enactment of national security laws, which aims to stifle dissent and democratic freedoms. The involvement of foreign judges on Hong Kong's Court of Final Appeal has a long history. Hong Kong was aiming to maintain its common law system after it was handed back by the British to China in 1997. But some critics say Hong Kong's current retention of this system is a move to preserve the city’s international image, and prove the independence of Hong Kong’s judiciary from Chinese rule.

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