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About SBS News
SBS (Special Broadcasting Service) is an Australian hybrid-funded public service broadcaster, receiving approximately 80% of its funding from tax revenue and the remainder from advertising. It is owned by the Australian Government, but its editorial independence and integrity are legally protected by the Special Broadcasting Services Act of 1991, preventing government control over content or editorial policy.
Media Bias/Fact Check rates SBS News as 'Left-Center Biased' and 'High' for factual reporting, noting a slight to moderate liberal bias in story selection and editorial positions, though generally trustworthy with proper sourcing. Ground News also aggregates its bias as 'Lean Left' with 'Very High' factuality. SBS is mandated to provide multilingual and multicultural services, reflecting Australia's diverse society. While committed to impartiality, SBS has faced and addressed complaints, such as a breach of its code regarding a journalist's biased social media posts, indicating a commitment to its editorial standards.
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…
