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Anthropic's sales are soaring, but questions remain about the AI boom, with its IPO seen as a major test for the sector.

A Commonwealth Ombudsman report has found the government's automated aged care assessment tool is producing unfair outcomes and undermining public confidence.

SBS World News reporter Alex Jones explores the issues shaping the US midterm elections after travelling through key battleground states. She speaks with Peggy Giakoumelos about what she discovered.

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won a historic fourth term after trailing his right-wing rival in the first round of voting.

Foodbank Australia has found one in three households experienced food insecurity in the past year, as hunger becomes increasingly "mainstream" in 2026.

As Victoria prepares to vote, major and minor parties are battling for support on the issues that matter most to voters.

Israelis are preparing to vote in a pivotal election. Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership, accountability for the October 7 attacks and deep political divisions dominate the campaign. SBS News Reporter Hannah Hodson speaks to Michael Bartura from SBS Hebrew. As Israel heads to the polls, questions over security, leadership and the country's future loom large. SBS News' Hannah Hodson speaks with Michae...

Wednesday’s inflation figures could shape next week’s rate decision, as investors weigh oil prices and global uncertainty.

Australian politicians have used the first sitting day of federal parliament to reflect on how to improve the culture of political debate, as independent MP Helen Haines recovers in hospital after being struck by a car outside her electorate office in regional Victoria.

SBS News visits Kibbutz Be’eri, where 131 Israelis were killed by Hamas and dozens more were abducted to Gaza during the October 7 attacks.

More than 130 years after Vincent van Gogh painted The Starry Night, researchers believe they've identified the real stars that inspired one of the world's most famous artworks. More than 130 years after Vincent van Gogh painted The Starry Night, researchers believe they've identified the real stars that inspired one of the world's most famous artworks. Using astronomical modelling, historical wea...

Australians are hoping for cheaper airfares as Western Sydney International welcomes its first passengers. The opening of Australia's newest airport promises more competition, new routes and economic growth. The first commercial flight has departed Western Sydney International Airport, marking a milestone for Australia's aviation industry. Reporter Caroline Riches looks at the promise of cheaper f...

The Indigenous people of the Wiikwemkoong in Canada have found a high tech solution to protect their cultural heritage. For thousands of years, First Nations people in the unceded territory have passed down traditions through oral storytelling. Now, this community has installed a microdata centre to save photos, videos and recordings of their elders. In this episode Why the Wiikwemkoong First Nati...

Oil reaches about US$114 a barrel as investors weigh inflation, interest rates and the Australian dollar.

Is the Liberal Party a sinking ship? Retiring senator Jonno Duniam faces questions on migration, visa delays and his party's future. As he prepares to leave federal politics, Liberal senator Jonno Duniam faces tough questions on migration, visa delays and the rise of One Nation. From AI regulation to his party's political future, he speaks to SBS News Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson....

An alleged attack on well-loved regional MP Helen Haines leaves Australia grappling with the reality of political violence on its shores. We’re joined by SBS’ Canberra bureau to discuss the fallout for the community and the country’s political culture. Meanwhile, European cities are reeling from riots this week, especially across France. How will the unrest affect French presidential elections, an...

In the Republican heartland of southwestern Arizona, growing disillusionment with Donald Trump is testing party loyalties ahead of the US midterm elections. Some former supporters say they feel betrayed by his broken promises, raising questions about whether Republican candidates could pay the price. In this episode: What voters are saying on the ground in the Republican stronghold How Hispanic vo...

Authorities and security agencies are warning that online radicalisation is growing and becoming more accessible in the country. Warnings have emerged at a parliamentary inquiry examining the nature and drivers of radicalisation in Australia, with authorities pointing to a sharp increase in reports of pro-terrorism material online. So, how is technology and AI changing the threat - and what can be...

Delays to power upgrades at NextDC's Melbourne site forced a sharp downgrade, raising questions for data centre investors. A delay to power upgrades at a Melbourne site sent NextDC shares tumbling and prompted a sharp cut to its revenue guidance. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves examines what the setback could mean for the wider data centre build-out, with Luke Laretive of Seneca Financial Sol...

Trump ramps up pressure on Ukraine to strike a peace deal with Russia, raising fears Kyiv could be forced into painful concessions. Donald Trump is ramping up pressure on Ukraine to make peace with Russia. But European leaders blame Moscow for blocking a deal. As US and Ukrainian officials hold talks in Oslo, concerns grow over what Kyiv may have to sacrifice to end the war. In this episode: Trump...

As the MP remains in a critical but stable condition, and the alleged attacker attended court - questions have arisen about parliamentarian safety. The incident has revived debate about safety for female parliamentarians, in particular. The alleged attack has prompted calls to review security arrangements for politicians, who are reporting ramp-ups in violent rhetoric and threats on their physical...

As cost-of-living bites, Australian sare delaying having children or reconsidering the traditional family unit altogether. A new survey of two thousand Australians by AMP has found more than half of respondents in their 20s intend to have fewer children because of cost-of-living pressures. So as many reconsider parenthood, experts say it will have implications for the nation's future. In this epis...

NAB says the cuts will simplify its operations, while promising no material impact to customer-facing banking roles. NAB plans to cut about 2,500 jobs this financial year, including 1,500 before the end of December, as it reshapes its operations and focuses on growth and technology. The bank says customer-facing roles will not be materially affected. Its shares fell nearly 2 per cent as the broade...

The alleged attack on the independent MP has sparked a conversation about the threats politicians face and what it means for democracy. For years, Australian politicians have warned about the threats, the abuse and the increasingly hostile atmosphere surrounding public life. As Helen Haines remains in a critical condition, and investigations into the motive are ongoing, experts and politicians say...

Independent MP Helen Haines is in a critical condition, after she was hit by a vehicle outside her electorate office in regional Victoria. Here's what you need to know. In what's being described as a 'deliberate' attack, police say a 43-year-old man is in custody, and a joint taskforce is investigating what motivated the alleged attack. As the investigation continues, MPs from across the political...