🇦🇺 SBS News
Australia · EN · https://www.sbs.com.au/news
About SBS News
SBS News is part of the Special Broadcasting Service (SBS), a hybrid-funded Australian public service broadcaster primarily funded by the Australian Government (approximately 80% from tax revenue) and advertising. Established as an independent statutory authority in 1978 and later a corporation in 1991 under the Special Broadcasting Service Act, its charter ensures editorial independence from government control.
Media Bias/Fact Check rates SBS News as having a 'Left-Center Biased' editorial lean and 'High' factual reporting, noting its tendency to report on politics from a liberal perspective and use moderately loaded language. A Reuters institute survey indicated 70% trust in its news coverage. While committed to impartiality, SBS has faced controversies, including accusations of censoring content deemed 'too supportive' of Israel for not meeting editorial standards of balance, and concerns raised by the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations regarding an article's sourcing and narrative on the Russia-Ukraine war. The outlet has also dealt with internal accusations of racism and bullying from former journalists. The headline sample reflects a broad range of domestic and international news, sports, and current affairs, consistent with a public broadcaster's mandate.
'Can't Abstain From This Debate': Pacific Nations Face Deep-Sea Mining Frontier Amid Great Power Rivalry
- Pacific nations face a critical juncture as China and the United States vie for control over the region's deep-sea mineral resources. - A report warns that commercial deep-sea mining could commence …
First mammal infected with bird flu in Australia as 'devastating virus' spreads beyond birdlife
- Australia has confirmed its first case of bird flu in a mammal, a long-nosed fur seal, in South Australia. - The seal is believed to have contracted the H5 bird flu virus from wild birds, which have…
What are Trump's options as US eyes 'never been seen' sanctions on Iran?
- The U.S. plans to impose unprecedented economic sanctions on Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vowing measures "never been seen." - Iran has warned countries against participating in the U…
Socceroos teen Lucas Herrington debuts as Hull City stun Manchester United
- Australian teenager Lucas Herrington made his Premier League debut for Hull City in their 2-0 victory over Manchester United. - The 18-year-old Socceroo came on as a substitute in the 64th minute af…
Russian Drones Hit Ukraine Mall, Killing 16 and Wounding 130 Including Children
- Russian drone strikes hit a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, killing at least 16 people and wounding over 130, including children. - President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack as "an …
Myanmar military strike kills 14 at monastery retreat
- Myanmar's military conducted an air strike on a Buddhist monastery in the central Sagaing region, killing 14 people attending a retreat. - The attack is the latest in a series of deadly aerial strik…
'House of cards': Addiction help in Australia faces uncertain future amid funding fears
- Half a million Australians lack access to drug and alcohol addiction services, with funding uncertainty threatening existing support. - A peak health provider warns that the current funding model is…
Women's physical and mental health 'inseparable', new research finds
- Research shows nearly half of women with endometriosis experience anxiety. - Women with specific hormonal conditions face depression and anxiety at twice the rate of others. - Experts urge integrate…
Strait of Hormuz traffic halts as US threatens indefinite blockade on Iran
- Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has significantly decreased following attacks on commercial vessels, with only two ships recorded passing on Friday. - The US has stated it can maintain a na…
'Automatically ineligible': New Eurovision rule changes who can host the contest
- New rules for the Eurovision Song Contest have been introduced, changing eligibility criteria for host countries. - Organizers state the changes aim to increase clarity and safeguard the contest's i…
Israeli settlers maintain siege of Palestinian homes in West Bank after clashes with troops
- Israeli settlers maintained a blockade of Palestinian homes in Qusra village, West Bank, preventing essential supplies. - Israeli troops clashed with settlers while attempting to disperse them, late…
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt to leave job this month, Trump says
- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will depart her role at the end of the month, President Donald Trump announced. - Leavitt, 28, the youngest spokesperson, will transition to a senior adv…
Colombian quake toll rises as locals rally recovery efforts
- A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 241 people and injuring over 1,670. - Rescuers, soldiers, and volunteers are working around the clock to find survivors …
DRC's record Ebola outbreak hard to contain amid distrust and insecurity
- The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing its 17th Ebola outbreak, which has become the largest in the country's history with nearly 4,400 cases. - Over 2,000 people have died, and the case f…
Car Insurance Premiums Surge Faster Than Inflation in Australia Amid Transparency Concerns
- Car insurance premiums in Australia have increased 8% in the year to July 2025, outpacing general inflation. - Drivers face significant price hikes with limited transparency from insurers, according…
Australia-China ties unlikely to become close due to worldview gulf: ex-diplomat
- Australia's relationship with China is unlikely to become genuinely close due to diverging worldviews, according to former diplomat Graham Fletcher. - Fletcher noted that while a "modest new normal"…
Typhoon Dolphin hits eastern China, over 1 million evacuated, flights cancelled
- Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in eastern China's Zhejiang province with winds up to 151 km/h, causing widespread disruption. - Over 1 million people were evacuated, and more than 1,500 flights were …
Joe Biden facing debilitating pain as cancer progresses, son says
- Joe Biden is reportedly experiencing debilitating pain as his cancer progresses, according to his son. - A spokesperson confirmed in October that the former US president was undergoing radiation and…
School-bus-sized SpaceX rocket chunk crashes into Moon
- A piece of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket crashed into the moon on Wednesday. - The school-bus-sized object had been in space for over a year. - This incident highlights the growing issue of space debris …
Jetstar’s new overhead baggage rules explained: When they start and what you'll pay
- Jetstar will introduce new overhead baggage fees ranging from $25 to $52 starting February 2, 2027. - The airline is shifting to a size-based carry-on baggage model, eliminating routine weighing. - …
Low-income families call for support as national reading, writing school results slip
- One in three Australian students missed basic NAPLAN literacy and numeracy benchmarks in 2026, with reading scores declining across all year levels. - Families of students needing extra support find…
Rirratjingu Clan Elder Bakamumu Marika AM Dies
- Bakamumu Marika AM, a respected elder of the Rirratjingu clan in Arnhem Land, has passed away. - Marika was a founder and long-serving chairman of the Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation and was appo…
Israeli strikes kill 18 in Gaza as minister says no deal to halt attacks
- Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed at least 18 Palestinians on Monday, the highest daily death toll in weeks. - The strikes occurred despite U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a breakthrou…
‘Another Stolen Generation’: children's commissioner warns of crisis ahead of Garma address
- Over 80% of Australian teenagers continue to use social media three months after a government ban. - The report indicates a failure to enforce age verification measures effectively. - This widesprea…
Berlin Pride attack suspect shot dead by German police
- Police in Berlin shot and killed the suspect in a fatal attack at the city's Pride festival. - The 21-year-old suspect, identified as Abdul Ballout, was killed after allegedly approaching officers w…
One dead and 15 injured after suspected car ramming at Berlin Pride event
- One person died and approximately 15 were injured after a car allegedly rammed into a crowd at the Berlin Gay Pride parade. - Police are searching for the occupants of the vehicle, which was found a…
Police confirm abusive synagogue call not logged as antisemitic incident
- A royal commission into antisemitism in Australia examined police responses to incidents and security partnerships with Jewish community groups. - Victoria Police confirmed an abusive phone call to …
'Exact opposite symbolism': Hitler's birthplace transformed to deter extremists
- The house where Adolf Hitler was born in Braunau am Inn, Austria, has been converted into a police station. - The Austrian government aims to prevent the site from becoming a neo-Nazi pilgrimage des…
'Every answer matters': When and how to complete the 2026 Census
- Australia is preparing for the 2026 Census of Population and Housing, scheduled for Tuesday, August 11. - The Census, conducted every five years by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), collect…
'Question after question': Rights body urges FIFA to strengthen the integrity of football
- The Council of Europe urged FIFA to strengthen football's integrity, citing concerns from the 2026 World Cup. - Issues raised include political pressure, racist abuse, and the expansion of betting m…
Pauline Hanson tells UK conference: 'Don't apologise for being white'
- Pauline Hanson told a conservative conference in London that Australia should not apologize for being white. - She criticized Australia for becoming
Albanese tests Opposition on One Nation deals amid Islamophobia report response
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese challenged Opposition leader Angus Taylor to rule out future political deals with the anti-immigration One Nation party. - Albanese stated that One Nation leader Paul…
Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, demands compensation
- Donald Trump blamed Canada for wildfire smoke blanketing the US, demanding compensation and threatening to add pollution costs to existing tariffs. - He accused Canada of "willful negligence" in for…
Albanese Reveals 'World-First' AI Plan Amid Internal Labor Criticism
- Australia is launching a 'world-first' national Artificial Intelligence framework to address key concerns. - The framework will tackle issues related to copyright, education, workforce adaptation, a…
Bangkok pub fire kills at least 27 people
- At least 27 people died in a fire that engulfed a Bangkok pub early Monday. - The cause is under investigation, with a musician reporting a possible electrical issue before the blaze. - This inciden…
US launches new strikes after Iran closes Strait of Hormuz and hits container ship
- Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz after firing on a vessel, prompting U.S. strikes that escalated regional tensions. - The U.S. military stated Iran "blatantly attacked" a Cyprus-fl…
US Congressman Ro Khanna Detained by Israeli Settlers in West Bank
- U.S. Congressman Ro Khanna reported being detained by armed Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank. - Khanna accused the Israeli military of siding with the settlers and continuing the detention…
England ends Norway's World Cup dream after Jude Bellingham puts in a heroic shift
- England defeated Norway in a World Cup quarter-final match, ending Norway's tournament hopes. - Jude Bellingham delivered a standout performance, described as heroic, during the game. - The match …
South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25
- South African midfielder Jayden Adams died at age 25, weeks after playing in the FIFA World Cup. - The cause of death is under investigation, and officials urge against speculation. - Adams helped S…
India to host historic first-ever foreign league match with first Big Bash clash in December
- India will host the first-ever Big Bash League (BBL) cricket match outside Australia in December. - The Melbourne Renegades will play the Perth Scorchers at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. - …
World Cup 2026: France vs. Morocco and Spain vs. Belgium headline quarter-finals
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals feature matchups including France vs. Morocco and Spain vs. Belgium. - Morocco, the last African team remaining, faces France in a rematch of their 2022 semi-f…
How Could a Mobile Outage Disrupt Trains? An Expert Explains
- A major outage affecting Telstra, Australia's largest telecommunications network, disrupted various services including EFTPOS, taxi payments, and public transport ticketing. - Train services in Vict…
UK populist leader Nigel Farage steps down as MP
- Nigel Farage, a prominent right-wing populist leader, has resigned as a British Member of Parliament (MP). - He intends to run in a snap by-election in his constituency, Clacton, to seek a renewed m…
Football Australia backs 'brave' Popovic amid criticism of Egypt calls
- Football Australia has reaffirmed its confidence in Socceroos coach Tony Popovic following criticism after the team's World Cup exit. - Popovic faced scrutiny for a late goalkeeper substitution and …
Paul Hogan slams Pauline Hanson's 'monoculture' comments as 'racist'
- Australian actor Paul Hogan has criticized Pauline Hanson's call for "monoculture," calling her comments "outrageous" and "racist." - Hanson advocated for a single Australian culture, citing figures…
Watch: Stoppage-time goal lifts co-host Canada to last 16 at World Cup
- Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in the first knockout stage match of the World Cup, advancing to the last 16 for the first time. - Stephen Eustáquio scored the winning goal in stoppage time, breaki…
NSW to give $34 million boost to shark-spotting drones with hope of eventual AI automation
- New South Wales will invest an additional $34 million in shark-spotting drone patrols. - The expanded program will provide year-round coverage for all of Sydney's main beaches starting Wednesday. - …
Every team joining Australia in the World Cup Round of 32
- Australia will compete in the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, facing Egypt in Arlington, Texas. - The tournament has expanded to 48 teams, with the top two from each group and the eight best…
Buildings collapse in Caracas after powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela
- Powerful earthquakes, including a magnitude 7.5 tremor, struck west of Venezuela's capital, Caracas. - Buildings collapsed in Caracas, and scientists estimate "high casualties and extensive damage" …
Final 'ISIS Bride' Granted Permit to Return to Australia Under Strict Monitoring
- Australia has issued a permit for the final "ISIS bride" to return from Syria with her child. - Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke stated the permit was lawfully required once requested. - The woman w…
France records hottest day on record as Europe swelters through brutal heatwave
- France recorded its hottest day ever on Wednesday, with temperatures exceeding previous records set just a day earlier, as a severe heatwave grips Europe. - The extreme heat, exacerbated by human-in…
Mbappe becomes France's all-time top scorer in World Cup win over Senegal
- Kylian Mbappe became France's all-time leading goalscorer during their 3-1 World Cup victory over Senegal. - Mbappe scored twice, surpassing Olivier Giroud's record with his 58th international goal.…
A Day After Peace Deal Announcement, Iran's World Cup Campaign Begins in LA
- Iran's national football team begins its World Cup campaign in Los Angeles against New Zealand. - The match follows an announcement of a peace deal between Iran and the US to end a regional war. - T…
'Taken a toll': Rising Liberal star to quit politics
- Australian Senator Jonathon Duniam will not seek re-election and will leave federal parliament before the end of 2026. - The 43-year-old cited the "toll" his 25-year political career has taken on hi…
The World Cup could have been a soft power coup for Donald Trump. Instead, it may be an own goal.
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, presents an opportunity for soft power projection but may instead become a "spectacle" under Donald Trump. - Soft power, def…
Multiple people shot near community street festival in Ohio
- Multiple people were shot near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday afternoon. - Police responded to reports of a shooting and found several victims who were transported to local h…
Putin says 'no point' meeting with Zelenskyy, vowing to double down on war efforts
- Russian President Vladimir Putin stated there is "no point" in meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy until a peace deal is agreed upon. - Putin vowed to continue Russia's military off…
Bondi hero Ahmed al Ahmed denies assault charges
- Bondi Beach attack hero Ahmed al Ahmed denies assault and stalking charges related to an alleged incident involving his father. - Al Ahmed, who disarmed one of the Bondi gunmen in December, claims t…
SpaceX launches biggest model of Starship megarocket
- SpaceX successfully launched its most powerful Starship rocket yet on a test flight. - The upgraded rocket, intended for NASA's lunar missions, carried mock satellites and aims for full reusability.…
Lawyers Critical to Ending Corruption in Nigeria, Says NBA Committee
- Lawyers in Nigeria are urged to play a critical role in eradicating corruption, according to the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Anti-Corruption Committee. - The committee chairman emphasized that in…
Tributes Flow for Elite SAS Soldier Killed in NSW Training Accident
- Warrant Officer Class Two Lachlan Muddle, a Special Air Service Regiment soldier, died during a parachute training exercise at Jervis Bay Airfield in New South Wales. - Muddle, 50, sustained fatal i…
Australian-born former minister threatens Labour leadership challenge against Keir Starmer
- Former minister Catherine West, born in Australia, has threatened to challenge Keir Starmer for the Labour Party leadership if no other candidates emerge. - Starmer's Labour Party suffered significa…
At least 17 killed in Israeli strikes, Lebanon says
- At least 17 people were killed in Israeli air and drone strikes in Lebanon, according to Lebanese authorities. - The strikes targeted vehicles and villages in southern Lebanon, including a man and h…
A 'super-hot' orb, flying discs and the Eye of Sauron: What's in the just-released UFO files?
- Former President Donald Trump has released a batch of declassified files concerning alleged UFO sightings and extraterrestrial life. - The files, dating back to the 1940s, include reports of flying …
US troop withdrawal from Germany raises concerns over transatlantic ties and Russia signal
- The US announced plans to withdraw approximately 5,000 troops from Germany within six to twelve months. - NATO expressed a need to understand the details of the decision, emphasizing Europe's increa…
Trump unhappy with Middle East peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
- Peace talks to end the Iran-US war have stalled as Iran's proposal to delay nuclear discussions until after the conflict is resolved has been rejected by President Trump. - Trump stated Iran is in a…
Sawe Makes History with First Official Sub-Two-Hour Marathon in London; Assefa Also Breaks Women's Record
- Sabastian Sawe made history by becoming the first athlete to run a sub-two-hour marathon in an official race, finishing the London Marathon in 1:59:30. - The top three male finishers all surpassed t…
Australia Lifts Blood Donation Restrictions for Gay and Bisexual Men, Fostering Inclusion
- Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has changed its rules, allowing gay and bisexual men to donate plasma without a waiting period and, for the first time, whole blood. - Previously, men who had sex with…
Twenty protesters arrested for violating Queensland's ban on pro-Palestinian phrases
- Twenty protesters were arrested in Brisbane for chanting pro-Palestinian phrases banned by Queensland law. - The banned phrases, 'globalise the intifada' and 'from the river to the sea,' carry poten…
Lyrid meteor shower lights up Australian skies: Your guide to the best view
- The Lyrid meteor shower, one of the oldest recorded celestial events, is visible annually in April. - Earth passes through a debris trail left by Comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher, causing fragments to disin…
