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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...

Renewed fighting in Tigray raises fears of humanitarian catastrophe and a wider regional conflict in the Horn of Africa. Fighting has resumed in northern Ethiopia, raising fears of a humanitarian crisis and wider regional conflict. This episode traces the history behind the renewed war, examines why a fragile peace collapsed, and explores the risks facing civilians in Tigray and beyond. In this ep...

Grattan proposes a 15 per cent GST that includes food, with tax cuts and welfare payments to offset the cost. The Grattan Institute says raising the GST from 10 to 15 per cent and extending it to food could help fund income tax cuts, welfare payments and state services. But both major parties have rejected the proposal, and concerns remain about its impact on households and inflation. SBS Finance...

The government has announced its new ghost shark submarines are set to gain strike capabilities as a separate trade deal faces political hurdles. The government's new defence capabilities will be put to test in San Diego this week, as it looks to strengthen Australia’s undersea warfare abilities. Meanwhile, the trade deal with the EU that was announced in March is struggling to get support in parl...

A deadly fire at a Canadian military base has killed four soldiers and left dozens injured. As witnesses recount chaotic scenes, investigators search for answers. Prime Minister Mark Carney says it's one of the worst peacetime tragedies to hit Canada's armed forces on home soil. Investigators are working to determine what caused the grass fire, which spread rapidly through the base, fueled by unus...

From torched buildings in France to housing protests in Portugal, rising living costs are fuelling anger across Europe.

An Afghan refugee in Australia helps women under Taliban rule earn an income through embroidery. An Afghan refugee in Australia is helping women living under Taliban rule earn income through traditional embroidery. As the initiative grows, participants say it is helping families stay together. But behind every piece is a carefully managed operation working amid restrictions, risk and uncertainty....

As Halloween approaches, haunted houses, horror movies and jump scares are taking centre stage, but why do so many people enjoy being scared? In this edition of Weekend One on One, Clemson University psychology researcher Cynthia Pury explains why fear can feel fun, and why some people seek it out more than others. Why do haunted houses, horror movies and jump scares appeal to so many people? A ps...

In a first for Cuba, the Havana baseball team displays sponsor advertisements on jerseys. The country’s dire economic situation has forced it to seek income from sources that, until recently, were considered unacceptable. For the first time, sponsorship appears on the jerseys and stadium of one of Cuba’s most iconic baseball teams. As economic pressures mount and reforms reshape the country, the n...

Israel's election is drawing global attention, with diaspora communities closely watching the outcome. Israel heads to a pivotal election three years after the October 7 attacks, with deep divisions over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s future. As voters weigh competing visions for the country, Australians with ties to Israel, Palestine, Lebanon and Iran reveal what is at stake for them. In thi...

The senior leader of the ultra-conservative religious group, the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, has appeared before a parliamentary inquiry to respond to allegations of interference in the last federal election in 2025. Senior leaders of the the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church have given evidence at a parliamentary inquiry on allegations of interference with the 2025 federal election. Bruc...

Some Australian cemeteries could run out of burial space within a decade, raising questions about the future of deathcare. As some urban cemeteries near capacity, Australia's deathcare sector is grappling with a growing shortage of burial space. It's changing how Australians are approaching death and disposition, with cremation and alternative commemorisation rituals on the rise. In this episode:...

As Ukraine casts doubt over US partnership,it looks to Europe for fresh support in the ongoing war with Russia. Ukraine's leader says the US has chosen the "wrong side" in signing a deal with Russia for oil exports despite Moscow's ongoing war in Ukraine, accusing the US of withholding crucial intelligence information as he courts European leaders for fresh support. Donald Trump is spruiking what...

South Australia becomes the first Australian home of the Michelin Guide, with 77 restaurants recognised. The Michelin Guide has arrived in Australia for the first time, choosing South Australia for its inaugural guide. Anonymous inspectors assessed dozens of venues, with one restaurant earning two stars. What made the cut, and why is the move being hailed as a major boost for the state's food and...

The US President appears to have upended months of support for Ukraine, striking a diesel import deal with Vladimir Putin. What does the agreement mean for Ukraine’s fight for survival? And as fears of Russian aggression linger, how is neighbouring Estonia preparing to defend itself? Meanwhile, Houthi fighters are escalating tensions in the Middle East, targeting Saudi Arabia’s main airport. We ex...

Australia’s jobless rate reaches 4.7%, raising questions about hiring, wages and the RBA’s next move. Australia’s unemployment rate rose to 4.7 per cent in September, its highest level since October 2021. Blair Chapman, chief economist at Seek, discusses the state of the jobs market, hiring trends, salaries and what the figures could mean for interest rates. The Australian sharemarket fell 0.1 per...

Labor's digital duty of care bill would let Australians opt out of social media algorithms. Labor has introduced its digital duty of care bill, giving Australians the option to opt in or out of algorithm-driven social media feeds. Supporters say it will improve online safety, while critics argue it either goes too far or not far enough. What changes could be coming, and why is the debate so divide...

Student protests spread from France to Belgium, Greece and Albania over education, costs and future prospects. A student protest movement that began in France is spreading across Europe. As demonstrations grow in Belgium, Greece and Albania, students voice concerns about education funding, living costs, university access and their futures, while governments face mounting pressure to respond. In th...