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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.

Opposition leader Peter Dutton has declared that the Liberal party is "back in town" at his unofficial campaign launch in Melbourne's east on 12 January. Dutton says cost of living, nuclear power and migration will be on top of his party's agenda if the Liberals win the election.

Qatar presents Israel and Hamas with a ceasefire draft as negotiations reach a breakthrough; immigration detention facility found to be illegally holding detainees in cells without water; and, in tennis, Nick Kyrgios's grand slam return at the Australian Open ends abruptly.

Sydney synagogue defaced in antisemitic attack; UN finds Australia violated human rights treaty over Nauru detention of asylum seekers; and, in tennis, ATP chief denies special treatment for Sinner as doping cloud hangs over Australian Open.

The UN says Australia has violated humahn rights; wildfires devastate Los Aneles; and, in port, a possible doping ban hangs over Tennis star Jannik Sinner ------

With less than a fortnight before Donald Trump returns to the White House, the president-elect is making his goals of expansionism clear. After comments about annexing Canada in recent weeks, Donald Trump is now outlining his goals of acquiring both Greenland and the Panama Canal.

Two people killed as trio of fast-growing wildfires rage out of control near Los Angeles; missing hiker expected to recount how he survived upon release from hospital; and, in sport, the manager of the French national football team set to step down.

How many items in your house have you used just once or twice? And what if you could borrow those things instead of buy them? That’s the idea behind a Library of Things — you may not find any books, but the libraries are becoming increasingly popular.

Thousands of rival protesters turned out in South Korea’s capital Seoul over the weekend despite heavy snow. They're pushing for the arrest of suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol while his supporters are demanding authorities back off. Complicating matters is the deadline on the arrest warrant for Yoon which expires at midnight local time (2am, AEST).

Justin Zaia, a student from St Narsai Assyrian Christian College, achieved an exceptional ATAR score of 99.2, placing him among the top-performing students in the country. Along with him, seven other students from the college scored over 90 in their ATAR, showcasing the high standard of education and dedication at the school. Justin has been unconditionally accepted into the University of New Sout...