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Foreign ministers from across Europe set for talks with their Iranian counterpart; a meeting of minds to kickstart Labor's second attempt at environmental law reform; and, in Formula One, McLaren principal flags some tough talk after teammates' collision in Canada.

In this program: News bulletin; an interview with Oliver Slewa about Privacy Awareness Week; SBS Examines: Labor's new super laws; and Australia Explained: Australian building and insurance.

The United States military is reportedly sending additional fighter jets to the Middle East; Anthony Albanese meets United States officials at the G-7 after President Trump cancelled; and, in rugby league, Laurie Daley eyes redemption as New South Wales chase back-to-back Origin titles.

Anthony Albanese's meeting with Donald Trump has been cancelled; foreign nationals have been evacuated from Tehran as aerial attacks continue for a fourth day; and, in tennis, early exit for Australians Alex Bolt and Chris O'Connell at the Queen’s tournament in London.

The week of 16-22 June 2025 is Privacy Awareness Week. Oliver Slewa, a lawyer and a contributor for SBS Assyrian, discusses in this podcast the significance of the week and emphasises the importance of remaining cautious and safeguarding our privacy at all times.

Labor's changes to the way superannuation will be taxed has caused an uproar in parts of the community. The policy isn't new, so what's the big deal about it now? And what do the changes actually mean?

World leaders urge diplomatic talks to reduce tensions between Israel and Iran; a new report details the rising cost of seeing a specialist doctor; and, in cycling, Tadej Pogacar wins his first Critérium du Dauphiné title.

All but one passenger confirmed dead from onboard an Air India flight to London that crashed shortly after take off ; the United States reviews the AUKUS security pact with Australia and the UK; and, in football, Tottenham names to new coach to replace Australian Ange Postecoglou.

The Socceroos have qualified for the World Cup again with their victory over Saudi Arabia. Feelings are mixed between celebrating what's been achieved, and wondering how to take the next step. World Cup qualification has been achieved by the Socceroos for a sixth consecutive time .

In this program: News bulletin, interview with Counter-Tenor Robert Adam about his concert, Suzy David talking bout her journey with SBS Assyrian, SBS 50 explainer about the achievements of some in language programs

Countertenor Robert Adam has been selected as one of eight distinguished classical singers from across Australia by the Italian Opera Foundation–Australia to perform in a prestigious concert at the City Recital Hall in Sydney on 29 June 2025. Expressing his excitement and gratitude, Mr. Adam said he is honoured to be part of this special event, which he sees as a valuable opportunity for greater e...

Marines to join the National Guard at immigration raid protests in Los Angeles; Labor's Prue Car diagnosed with breast cancer; and, in tennis, two Australians left in the Queen's Club women's tournament after Daria Kasatkina defeated.

Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison says it's an immense privilege to receive the nation's highest honour; SBS turns 50 today; and, in Tennis, Carlos Alcaraz celebrates winning the French Open men's title.

German Chancellor confident of a Ukrainian peace deal; Australia moves closer to a free trade agreement with the EU; and, in sport, Socceroos win over Japan takes them to FIFA World Cup finals

1975 was a time of change in global politics. There was the horror of the Pol Pot genocide, the end of the Vietnam War - while in Australia there was the dismissal of the Labor Whitlam government. It was also a time when Australia was rapidly changing into the multicultural society we see today, coinciding with the birth of the nation's multilingual broadcaster: SBS.

The US vetoes a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire and unrestricted humanitarian access in Gaza; Tasmania's premier continues the fight for his political life; and, in sport, rising Australian tennis star Emerson Jones has reached the final eight at the French Open.

A study finds more than one in three Australian men have committed violence against an intimate partner; Australia's lowest-paid workers have been handed a 3.5 per cent wage increase; and, in sport, The Matildas to be immortalised at the National Gallery in Canberra.

In this program: Highlights from STARTTS and Shayna Humanitarian conference with Assyrian community leaders; SBS Examines on how Dubbo is embracing multiculturalism and in Australia Explained, how the media works in Australia.

Israel says it is not targeting civilians at Gaza aid distribution sites; Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff staring down a no-confidence motion; and, in sport, World Boxing apologises to Algerian boxer Imane Khelif over a gender eligibility row.

The Israeli military (IDF) says it will investigate every incident linked to its food distribution efforts in Gaza, after at least 31 Palestinians were killed and more than 170 wounded while allegedly trying to access aid. The violence unfolded near a new humanitarian aid hub in Rafah, set up by the privately-run Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, but there are conflicting accounts of what actually occ...

The federal government is under pressure to consider targeted sanctions against Israel; house prices in Australia increased by another 0.5 per cent in May; and, in football, The Matildas have a new coach.

Marel Parono, mental health project officer at STARTTS, spoke to SBS Assyrian about the conference, highlighting key topics from the Accidental Counselling training attended by Assyrian health interpreters, women’s group organisers, and case managers from various mental health organisations. We also spoke to Oliver Slewa, who highlighted the importance of his organisation's participation. Several...

Donald Trump's tariffs off, then on again, after a court ruling in the United States; allegations the new aid model in Gaza is a distraction from alleged Israeli atrocities; and, in sport, New South Wales wins State of Origin game one.

In this program: an interview with Badri Diril about his book on Assyrian folktales; in Australia Explained: how to nominate someone for the Order of Australia; and in SBS Examines: Reconciliation.

Coercive control was legally criminalised in NSW on 1 July 2024. Solicitor, Oliver Slewa, worked as a policy officer in domestic violence for the NSW Department of Communities and Justice. He says, according to the NSW government, coercive control is when someone repeatedly hurts, scares or isolates another person to control them. It’s domestic abuse and it can cause serious harm, so it’s importan...