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Australia says it is ready to assist Papua New Guinea; Israeli airstrikes kill over 30 people in second day of attacks at Rafah; and, in sport, Maroons name Origin squad for game one.

Bird flu found at a second Victorian farm; An election called in Britain; The Matildas squad for their final warm-ups before the Olympics is picked

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A passenger has died aboard a Singapore Airlines flight during severe turbulence; the Israeli prime minister criticises the ICC chief prosecutor over arrest warrant; and, in sport, Mauricio Pochettino has left his job as Chelsea manager.

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The government confirms evacuation flights for Australians stranded in New Caledonia; US President Joe Biden slams the international Criminal Court over its Israeli arrest warrants; and, in football, injury plagues the Matildas' squad ahead of the Paris Olympics.

Monday, 20 May this year, was World Bee Day. Lab tests showed that half the Australian honey on supermarket shelves had been "adulterated" or mixed with other substances. SBS Assyrian talked to bee keeper, Joe Joseph, who has years of experience making honey as a hobby. He says that new regulations and tests must be implemented so that the industry is regulated and consumers are aware of the sourc...

Nora Michael has been appointed as the new president of the Assyrian Aid Society (AAS) - Australia by its members. With over a decade of service to the AAS in various volunteer roles, Nora says she sees this as a new challenge and is committed to ensuring that the AAS remains focused on supporting Assyrians in Northern Iraq, particularly in continuing the education of Assyrian children.

On international Thalassemia Day on 8 May 2024, children with the blood disorder, caused when the body doesn't make enough of a protein called haemoglobin, were treated to a special event as they received gifts and entertainment from many sponsors, particularly Nada Jergis, who has been sponsoring this event for many years. Jergis said she appreciated the donation by some people from Australia whe...

Are you an expectant or new parent? You or your partner may experience the so-called ‘baby blues’ when your baby is born. But unpleasant symptoms are mild and temporary. Postnatal depression is different and can affect both parents. Knowing the difference and how to access support for yourself or your partner is crucial for your family’s wellbeing.

Federal government defends budget cost of living relief after modest poll boost; rescue operation continues after a helicopter carrying Iran's president crashes; and, in sport, Manchester City wins a record fourth, straight Premier League title.

Four dead in New Caledonia riots; Slovakian Prime Minister shot in what's been described as a politically motivated assassination attempt, And in sport, Two rugby league fans banned for life over allegations of racial abuse.

Naseem Sadiq continues his interview with Dr Muna Yako about the erection of the Simele monument, which she said was challenging. The monument commemorates thousands of Assyrians massacred by the Iraqi army in 1933.

Online prescription provider MediSecure falls victim to major data breach; the unemployment rate rises to 4.1 per cent for April; and, in sport, Premier League clubs to examine dropping the use of VAR from next season.

Migrant and refugee communities have welcomed initiatives in the 2024 Federal Budget, but say more detail is needed on tailored strategies to reach members of the community. The measures targeting First Nations communities have also been applauded, but advocates say there is more work to be done.

Gender equality advocates welcome the government's changes to the stage three tax cuts; the Opposition warns the government's budget spending will fuel inflation; and, in tennis, Australian number one knocked out of the Italian Open.

The Frontier Wars is a term often used to describe the more than 100 years of violent conflicts between colonial settlers and the Indigenous peoples that occurred during the British settlement of Australia. Even though Australia honours its involvement in wars fought overseas, it is yet to acknowledge the struggle that made it the country it is today.

On Sunday, 12 May 2025, over 50 people congregated within the recently acquired and renovated Assyrian National Centre (ANC) at Fairfield. Federal and state MPs, local council members, and leaders from the Assyrian community were present at the inauguration. Hemis Shahin, ANC president, said the opening marked the fulfilment of a long-held aspiration to establish a dedicated space for the organisa...

Dr. Muna Yako, leading the Human Rights Commission in the KRG, disclosed to SBS that her aspiration to erect the monument of Simele dates back many years. Despite her efforts, she noted a lack of support from Assyrian organisations in reaching an agreement to commence the project. However, Dr. Yako affirmed that the Governor of Duhok has essentially agreed to support and finance the endeavour. Thi...

The Prime Minister heralds the upcoming Budget as a 'true Labor Budget'; domestic violence offenders in New South Wales to find it harder to get released on bail; and, in tennis, Alja Tomljanovic makes a much-awaited comeback to the WTA circuit.

The government will introduce a cap on the number of international students universities can accept; the death toll from Israel's assault on Gaza reaches 35,000; and, in tennis; world number one, Novak Djokovic, has been defeated by Chile's Alejandro Tabilo at the Italian Open.

The 747-page Barutha English to Syriac Dictionary was published after its author began compiling it in the 1970s to address the linguistic needs of the Assyrian community in Australia and worldwide.

A man accused of stabbing an ex-partner outside inner-Sydney gym is arrested; Israeli military downplays rumours of tensions with U-S over Rafah offensive; And in sport, The Olympic flame has landed on French soil in time for Paris 2024.

Australia's government set to ramp up gas projects and support a transition to net zero by 2050; Fiji's former long-serving prime minister sentenced to a year in prison; and, in sport, coach Jo Yapp names her first Wallaroos team to take on Canada in the opening match of the Pacific Four series.

Candlelit vigils held across the country, honouring victims of domestic violence; Bonza appoints a voluntary administrator following sudden cancellations of flights; The South Sydney Rabbitohs announce the departure of club coach Jason Demetriou.