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Australia's emergency minister on her way to north Queensland; the US presses pause on planned tariffs on Canada and Mexico; and, in sport, Travis Head and Annabel Sutherland win top honours at this year's Australian cricket awards.

The Assyrian National Council of Australia hosted the Assyrian Business Awards 2025, recognising excellence in the community. With 210 nominees on the list, 13 winners were selected, including the prestigious Assyrian Businessperson of the Year. The awards gala night was attended by over 450 guests.

Australia imposes counterterrorism sanctions on an online transnational terrorist group; the Grammy Awards kick off in LA; and, in cricket, Australia's coach Andrew McDonald says he believes Mitch Marsh has an international future, despite an injury setback.

Hope fades for survivors of a US plane crash; the Prime Minister's strong words for people arrested in antisemitism investigation; and in sport, Australia in a dominant position after the first day of the women’s Ashes Test.

Authorities defend keeping secret the discovery of an antisemitic plot in Sydney; Donald Trump cancels plans to freeze US federal government grants; and, in sport, Afghanistan's female cricket team prepares for an exhibition match.

NATO chief Mark Rutte says Europe is willing to pay for US weapons to support Ukraine; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces a national plan to combat antisemitism; and, in tennis, a shock upset at the Australian Open, with Madison Keys through to the women's decider.

A man fighting for life after a police shooting in Queensland; volunteers make a grim discovery in the Syrian capital of Damascus; and, in sport, the crash that killed Leicester City football club owner Vichai Srivaddanaprahba ruled accidental.

In this episode, Yousip Bet Yousip discusses the founding of the Assyrian Universal Alliance (AUA) during the Paris conference in 1968, as well as the creation and design of the Assyrian flag. He also explains the process behind establishing the date for the Assyrian new year.

The federal government's anti-scam legislation examined by a parliamentary committee; communities in Australia begin Lunar New Year celebrations; and, in cricket, Australia considers changing tactics for the Test series against Sri Lanka.

Lunar New Year festivities will officially begin this week, marking the Year of the Wood Snake. One of the most important cultural celebrations for many east and south-east Asian communities, it is observed by more than a quarter of the world’s population. For artist Jason Wing with both Chinese and Aboriginal ancestry, it’s a time for reflection — his work offers an exploration and celebration of...

Prime minister Anthony Albanese has announced the 2025 Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year and Young Australian of the Year in a ceremony at the National Arboretum in Canberra. In this podcast, we will present you with the winners and their contributions to Australia and the world.

Anthony Albanese announces $6.4 million for Holocaust education; South Korea's impeached leader Yoon Suk Yeoul formally charged with insurrection; and, in tennis, Jannik Sinner celebrates winning his second successive Australian Open title.

Australia Day, celebrated annually on 26 January, has been a national public holiday since 1994. While some Australians enjoy barbecues and citizenship ceremonies, others — particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities — view it as a day of mourning, referred to as Invasion Day or Survival Day. This reflects ongoing debates about the date's significance, given its historical assoc...

In 2021, the second line of the Australian anthem was changed from 'for we are young and free' to 'for we are one and free' to reflect the 65,000 years of Australia's human history. SBS Assyrian carefully translated the lyrics into Assyrian to make them better understood by new Assyrian Australians.

The Houthis release 25 hostages seized from a ship in the Red Sea; swastikas plastered on a political billboard; and, in sport, American Emma Navarro calls for more video replays after controversial call at the Australian Open.

SBS Assyrian spoke with several prominent members of the Assyrian community to hear their thoughts on celebrating Australia’s national day as new Australians. They also shared their views on the ongoing calls to change the date from 26 January.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong meets with the Trump administration on their first full day in office; authorities try to assure the public they're doing everything they can over antisemitic attacks; and, in tennis, Novak Djokovic fights off an injury to make the Australian Open quarter-finals and now, it's Aussie Alex De Minaur's turn.

Donald Trump promises a new golden age for the United States, as he takes office as President; police investigating another anti-semitic attack in Sydney; and, in sport, a huge night in Australian sport with Alex De Minaur through to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open, and Australia's women's cricketers retaining the Ashes.

In this episode, Yousip Bet Yousip reflects on his youth and the beginning of his political journey, which started with his involvement in the Assyrian Youth Union in Tehran. Inspired by his father’s poetry, Yousip began reciting his father’s works and eventually started creating his own poems, drawing inspiration from his mother’s storytelling.

Three Israeli hostages freed by Hamas reunited with their mothers; President Donald Trump promises a reprieve as TikTok works to restore service after US ban; and, at the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic beats Jiri Lehecka but snubs Channel Nine over offensive comments.

Israel and Hamas reach a deal on a ceasefire in Gaza; a man killed in wild storms that have hit Australia's south-east; and, in sport, charges withdrawn against a man accused of attacking an A-F-L umpire.

Israel and Hamas reached a deal on a ceasefire in Gaza; a man was killed in wild storms that have hit Australia's south-east; and, in sport, charges were withdrawn against a man accused of attacking an AFL umpire.

Unconfirmed reports an Australian man has been killed by Russian forces in Ukraine; the Prime Minister says he wants to see people held to account for committing acts of antisemitism; and, in sport, Sam Kerr appears in a British court over alleged racially aggravated harassment of a police officer.

SBS Assyrian is featuring a series on the life and accomplishments of renowned Assyrian poet, writer, and tenor Yousip Bet Yousip. In this episode, Bet Yousip reflects on his childhood and shares how his parents played a pivotal role in shaping his love for his nation and character.

STARTTS, in collaboration with the Fairfield City Museum, is hosting a workshop designed for individuals interested in learning the art of creating traditional Assyrian wedding accessories and essentials. Marel Parono, coordinator from STARTTS, shares insights into the aims and objectives of this project, emphasising its role in preserving cultural heritage and fostering community connections.