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SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Walsh from Sarto Advisory Pty Ltd about the day's share market action as it hits another record and to find out more about an ASX mix-up which incorrectly saw it attach a market announcement to TPG Telecom forcing it to cancel millions of dollars worth of trades. Plus, hear from News Corp CEO Robert Thomson as he delivers an AI warning at the...

The Australian Uyghur Women’s Association has launched legal action to compel major retailer Kmart to produce documents showing it is not knowingly sourcing products from factories with links to forced labour. Kmart denies this and says their Ethical Sourcing Program works to mitigate risks of forced labour, but the group says they must produce the documents to prove it.

There's been a critical reaction from both inside and outside Israel to reports Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pushing to escalate the war in Gaza to seize all of the territory. It comes as Palestinians face starvation in Gaza and videos of emaciated Israeli hostages have triggered anger and frustration at Mr Netanyahu's government for failing to end the war.

New research is sparking concerns from health experts over a loneliness crisis in Australia.

A final report from the US Coastguard says the Titan submersible disaster could have been prevented. The report holds OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush responsible for ignoring safety warnings, design flaws and crucial oversight which, had he survived, may have resulted in criminal charges.

It's been 80 years since the US dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and then Nagasaki during World War Two. The unprecedented destruction triggered the opening salvo of the nuclear arms race. The international community has tried to curtail the expansion of nuclear weapons, but a number of states are believed to be working to either develop them or increase production.

Videos of emaciated Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have increased pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu to reach a ceasefire agreement. Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis continues with reports of chaotic airdrops of aid, landing in red zones controlled by the Israeli military or areas far away from settlements.

As Australia's housing crisis pushes more Australians into housing stress, Homelessness Australia and the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Housing Association are raising the alarm on rising rates of homelessness for First Nations families with children. Advocates are calling for urgent government intervention and funding to help Aboriginal Community Controlled Housing organisations...

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tony Weber from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries about how plug-in hybrids are emerging as important transition technology for Australians, Dean Pearson from NAB explains why migrants are becoming increasingly optimistic and Catherine Allfrey from WaveStone Capital goes through the day's market action.

As a two-year-old civil war rages on, hundreds of thousands of civilians are at threat of starvation in Sudan's besieged city of Al-Fashir. The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces have surrounded the city and cut off aid for more than 15 months, exacerbating the catastrophic famine conditions. The RSF are intent on capturing the last city yet to fall under their control in Sudan's Darfur region, whe...

According to a new report by the Productivity Commission, Australia's long-term economic prosperity can be boosted by tackling climate change. In the second of five reports, the independent advisory body outlines a set of recommended climate related actions and environmental law reforms that would help bolster economic growth. It comes ahead of a government summit aimed at lifting Australia's lagg...

Richard and a crew of French journalists creep closer to tracking down the spies. And the truth about Australia’s involvement in letting them go becomes ever clearer as a top Government voice speaks out about the scandal.

The Garma festival in the remote Northeast Arnhem Land of the Northern Territory has come to an end for another year. Since its founding in 1999 by the Yothu Yindi Foundation, Garma has become an important forum for dialogue between First Nations peoples and non-Indigenous society. In addition to political topics, the focus was also on music, dance and cultural exchange.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Scutt from StoneX to find if if the US economy is slowing down faster than expected as jobs data points to disappointing jobs gains.

A day after a massive pro-Palestinian march across Sydney Harbour Bridge that drew an estimated 90,000 people, politicians have reacted to the call for a ceasefire in Gaza. While the March for Humanity prompted safety concerns, organisers are calling it a resounding success and say it sends a potent message to Parliament.

An historic march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge has become a powerful image of a nationwide protest movement in support of Palestinians in Gaza. More than 90,000 people braved rain storm conditions to walk the bridge and call for the Australian government to sanction Israel for their military actions in Gaza and the restriction of aid to the territory. Meanwhile, new aid efforts are hoping to t...

As a 14-year-old Kalani Artis was searching for direction. Dropping out of school young, he was also experiencing challenges with anxiety. A counsellor put him onto the music and mentoring programs run by Musicians Making a Difference - and it completed transformed the future direction of his life. The singer-songwriter is now 10 years past graduating from the program, but recently returned for a...

Mistrust, fear and systematic barriers, these are the reasons why Victorians experiencing racism are hesitant to report the incidents, according to a new study by Victoria University. It also found that almost eight in ten people didn't know where or how to report racism, while nine in ten people believe that reporting would result in no change. What could be done to encourage people to speak up a...

The families of Mexico’s more than 130,000 missing are often left to search for their loved ones alone, with little support from authorities. But now, scientists are testing new technologies they hope will make a change. A collaboration between Mexican and British universities, federal and local researchers are developing mapping tools to locate clandestine graves - using buried pigs.

Around Australia, some educational and fun workshops for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are aiming to contribute to an inclusive and diverse future science and technology workforce. Victoria’s largest health service and an Indigenous-owned organisation are helping to guide students from an Aboriginal high school to meaningful STEM related career pathways.

The United States has implemented sweeping new tariffs on dozens of countries, citing economic and security concerns. While Australia has been spared, key allies including Canada, Switzerland and Taiwan face steep hikes. The move has sparked global concern over trade disruptions, job losses and strained diplomatic ties.

An art exhibition in Melbourne is showcasing the work of three Aboriginal sisters in a collection entitled 'Connected Through Country'. Artists Amunda, Grace and Myra Gorey own their own art collective called No Fixed Gallery, which is dedicated to celebrating 65,000 years of Arrernte culture through contemporary art. In this episode of Weekend One on One, Biwa Kwan spoke with Amunda Gorey about t...

Researchers from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle have tested a new HIV vaccine using mRNA, the technology behind many COVID-19 vaccines. Scientists say results from the early-stage clinical trial offer hope for significant progress in the global effort to develop a safe and effective HIV vaccine. For this episode of Weekend One on One, Angelica Waite has been speaking with Associate P...

As the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima atomic bomb approaches, one woman who narrowly escaped the blast has a warning about the terrible cost of war.

The ructions from US tariff policy continue, with steeper rates announced by US President Donald Trump for 92 countries. It marks the end of decades of free trade by the US in favour of a protectionist approach - and the extent of the ripple effects remain to be seen.