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Iranian women's soccer players are granted humanitarian visas to stay in Australia; Turkey warns Iran as NATO intercepts a second ballistic missile in its airspace; and in sport, Matildas to play North Korea in the Asian Cup quarter finals...

Iran prepares to officially announce the country's new supreme leader; the pope urges dialogue to end violence in the Middle East; Matildas miss out on top spot in their Asian Cup group, after a draw against South Korea.

In this program; Oliver Slewa talks about the right of employees to get paid for hours on training on a job; ALC feature about Iran war and energy crisis, and in Australia Explained, Public Housing in Australia explained

US warns war is deepening with Iran, after striking naval ship in International waters; France urges Israel not to send ground troops into Lebanon as thousands of residents flee; and in sport, Australia to join Winter Paralympics opening ceremony, rejecting boycott over Russia's inclusion...

Oil prices across the globe have surged to multi-year highs, as the war in Iran expands into a broader regional conflict. A prolonged war risks disrupting energy supply chains, particularly as key shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz are effectively closed. Analysts say impacts are already being felt - and that has implications for the global economic outlook and inflation

Israel vows to use greater and additional force against Iran and Lebanon; Australians warned against panic-buying petrol as oil prices soar; and in sport, the bravery of Iran's women's soccer team commended as they prepare to face the Matildas.

In this episode, Oliver Slewa discusses the rights of an employee who undertakes a training period at work, and whether they are entitled to be paid for the hours spent in training.

European nations announce an unprecedented nuclear deterrence plan; the Prime Minister to meet with visiting Canadian leader Mark Carney today; and in Formula One, next month's tournaments in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia under threat over safety concerns.

Iran's succession plan underway after the killing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ; A group calling itself the Islamic Resistance in Iraq says it launched exploding drone attacks and in football, Sam Kerr scores the winning goal of the Matildas' Asian Cup opener against the Philippines.

Iranian-Australians are expressing mixed emotions over the US-Israeli strikes in Iran and the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. While many hope his death will lead to a free Iran, others say they don't believe that Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu have good intentions.

In this Program; Interview with Marie Oraham about Nimrod Simono Scholarship, Oliver Slewa talking about Rental Bond in NSW, a feature about 4th anniversary on Ukraine War

Police probe a wider network after a Sydney grandfather's alleged kidnapping and murder; A record 129 journalists killed worldwide last year; And in sport, New Zealand strengthen semi-final hopes with dominant T20 World Cup win over Sri Lanka

The EU pledges continued support for Ukraine with new sanctions; The Prime Minister returns to his official residence after a bomb scare and in sport, Sam Kerr eyes a home crowd advantage as the Matildas target a second Asian Cup title.

Federal government says planning is underway for Australia's first high-speed rail line; Ukrainians mark four years of war; and in sport, Multiple football matches postponed after violence in Mexico.

Oliver Slewa explains the rules governing rental bonds in New South Wales (NSW). What are the rights and obligations of both tenants and landlords? Where is the bond money held? And under what circumstances can an agent or landlord refuse to refund the tenant’s bond?

The Rabi Nimrod Simono Scholarship Awards is a significant annual event recognising outstanding HSC students. High-achieving students receive a monetary prize to support their tertiary education. Mary Oraham, a member of the scholarship committee, spoke to SBS Assyrian about the scholarship’s purpose, emphasising its importance and the goals behind its establishment. This year's eleven recipients...

Four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the war shows no sign of abating, with mounting casualties, continued strikes on civilian infrastructure and faltering ceasefire efforts. As global tributes mark the February 24 anniversary, calls are growing for stronger international action to apply pressure to Russia and bring an end to Europe’s deadliest conflict since World...

FBI leads investigation after Secret Service shoot an armed man at President Trump's Florida home; the man who risked his life to save others during the Bondi terror attack reflects on why he chose to act; and in football, Arsenal restore their lead at the top of the Premier League table.

Eight skiers dead after an avalanche in California ; quarter of Australian workers can't name their super fund; and in sport, Ukraine says it will boycott the upcoming Paralympic Winter Games

In this program, Michelle Shamoell talking about Assyrian identity and name; a feature about the global demonstration about Iran; In Australia Explained, sunscreen and how to use it.

Concerns over an immigration debate as the Liberals mull a new policy; Eleven killed in new US strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats; and in sport, Australia to play Mexico in May ahead of the football World Cup.

In this episode, Michelle Shamoel (PhD: Anthropology and Social Science) speaks about identity, language, and names, and what they mean for Assyrian families today. She explains how Assyrians have protected their identity for thousands of years through culture, language, and strong community ties. Dr Shamoel encourages parents and young people to value their heritage, reminding listeners that spea...

Politicians from government and the opposition say they will not assist Australians trying to return from Syria; Israeli prosecutors plan to charge settler over killing of Palestinian activist; and in football, League One side Mansfield Town to host 14-time winners Arsenal in the FA Cup.

From Munich to Melbourne, hundreds of thousands have turned out to oppose Iran's clerical leadership in the wake of a brutal crackdown on protesters inside the country. While opinions differ over who should takeover the current regime, protesters all voiced their desire for an Iran free from oppression.

The fedeal opposition claims a fresh approach on immigration will heal divisions in the community; Russia takes more territory from Ukraine, just days before more peace talks ; and in cricket, India wins another politically-charged World Cup match against Pakistan.