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ASIO Director Mike Burgess says his comments on Palestinian visa vetting have been misconstrued; Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel must control the Philadelphi corridor; and, in sport, Rafael Nadal defends Jannik Sinner over doping allegations.

Understanding how dental care works in Australia can be crucial for maintaining your health and well-being. Learn how to access dental services, the costs involved, and some essential dental health tips to keep you and your family smile bright.

The Chaldean Cultural Lounge, in collaboration with the Chaldean Catholic Church in Melbourne, has arranged a lecture addressing marriage and divorce issues within diaspora communities. Writer and activist Youhana Bidaweed spoke with SBS, discussing the evolving dynamics of marriage relationships and their impact on families. He also elaborated on the Catholic Church's stance on divorce.

Evan Yako has surprised the community with the release of his new album, 6774 Assyria Ave Jazz Town, and a second concert at the Sydney Opera House on 30 November 2024. The album includes a fresh arrangement of the traditional Assyrian song Raweh and features three popular songs, originally in English, now translated and performed in both Assyrian and English. The album will be launched at the con...

The UN says the campaign to vaccinate Gaza's children against polio is underway; Israel's main union group has ordered a nationwide general strike; and, in sport, Australia celebrates its best day yet at the Paris Paralympic Games.

Opposition leader Peter Dutton hits back at the Treasurer's comments that he is the "most divisive" party leader; Temporary ceasefire in Gaza to allow medicine for children of Gaza; Thousands of construction union workers demonstrate in the capital streets of Australia

The Fairfield City Council elections will be held on 14 September. NSW council elections are held every four years. Basim Shamaon is running for mayor of Fairfield, focusing on infrastructure and homelessness. The other mayoral candidate is the current mayor, Frank Carbone, emphasising his passion for the city and commitment to further achievements beyond his previous accomplishments. Both seek to...

The PM is caught on camera joking with a US representative about halving the cost of the Pacific policing initiative; Treasurer Jim Chalmers says decision to exclude questions around LGBTIQ+ identity in the Census was to avoid division; and, in sport, three Australian tennis champions crash out on day three of the US Open.

Government to limit the number of international student places for next year; Opposition leader Peter Dutton hits back at the Treasurer's comments that he is the "most divisive" party leader; and, in tennis, Alexei Popyrin has become the first Australian winner at the US Open.

The Prime Minister says Australia has secured support for the Pacific Policing Initiative; mixed reactions from university leaders to new cap on international student numbers; and, in tennis, Kokkinakis joins fellow Australians to advance through to the second round of the US Open.

Learn how to talk to your hairdresser about getting your hair cut.

Australian airline passengers could receive compensation for delayed or cancelled flights, under new reforms. The government plans to set up an Aviation Industry Scheme with an independent ombudsman and a Charter of Customer Rights.

In Australia, workplace codes of conduct differ from company to company, but some standard unwritten rules are generally followed in most businesses and industries. There are also a few unspoken rules in the Australian workplace that can evolve into a set of social norms. Here is how to navigate and familiarise yourself with these unwritten rules when starting a new job.

According to recent research, the biggest concern facing Australians today is the economy, and it’s causing ruptures within our society.

Linguist and writer, Dr Robin Bet-Shmuel, is a member of the Iraqi Scientists Committee and former general director of Syriac Culture and Arts — Northern Iraq. He is critical of what he believes is a lack of seriousness in global Assyrian media and is disappointed by their failure to address critical issues affecting Assyrians worldwide.

Workers now have the right to ignore work communications when they're not at work after new laws come into force; 'It's over' says Hezbollah after heavy cross-fire with Israel; and, in cycling, Ben O’Connor has extended his lead in the Vuelta a España.

An upgraded defence agreement hailed as the "most significant" deal between Australia and Indonesia; new research from the University of Sydney could be a game changer for premature babies with underdeveloped lungs; and, in sport, an emotional Ron Coote named the 14th rugby league immortal.

Australians are confronting so-called subscription traps, with 75 per cent revealing they have had some form of negative experience trying to cancel a subscription. A report by the Consumer Policy Research Centre also found 3 per cent of Australians have felt pressured into keeping a subscription they wanted to cancel and that Australia's consumer laws are falling behind other countries.

Support systems to help victims of domestic violence and family violence are at breaking point amid a national crisis. That's the message from the national commissioner, who has appealed for men to take more responsibility for changing the harrowing statistics.

Aboriginal tenants launch a class action over 'substandard' public housing; health authorities in Victoria are reporting a rise in the number of people contracting mpox; and, in cycling, Australia's Kaden Groves misses out on a second win at this year's La Vuelta a Espana.

Progress report on Australia's efforts to end gender-based violence released today; Crowded House to headline the last-ever Bluesfest; and, in sport, Australian Open winner Jannik Sinner escapes suspension, after testing positive for steroids earlier this year.

Ukraine claims it has destroyed a second bridge in Russia's Kursk region as its troops continue to advance deeper into Russian territory. Russia has condemned the incursion, evacuating over 8,000 residents from the area as its forces make gains in eastern Ukraine, capturing several villages.

A multicultural organisation is supporting calls from anti-gambling advocates for a complete ban on gambling advertising. The Multicultural Communities Council (MCC) of New South Wales says culturally and linguistically diverse people are especially vulnerable, and nothing less than a complete ban is acceptable.

The Minister for Social Services is pleased the Opposition agreed to pass a bill appointing an administrator to a construction union; new analysis shows Australians in most common jobs cannot comfortably afford their own homes; and, in cycling, one of Australia's greatest cyclists to swap nationalities for future international events.

Carmen Lazar of the Assyrian Resource Centre explains that the centre offers citizenship test preparation classes to assist new applicants. According to Mrs Lazar, these courses have been highly successful in helping participants pass the exam.