Why these runners are proud to be 10 minutes slower than the national average
Published: October 5, 2024 05:35
Flinders Island Parkrunners say they are proud of their slowness.
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Sydney woman accused of murdering and dismembering husband
Published: October 5, 2024 01:30
A woman has been charged with murdering her husband, almost 18 months since he was last seen.
Marburg virus kills around half of those infected. What is it and how does it spread?
Published: October 5, 2024 00:54
There are currently no approved vaccines or treatments for Marburg.
Charter flights to rescue Australians stranded in Lebanon
Published: October 4, 2024 09:31
Two Government-supported flights carrying up to 500 passengers will depart from Beirut to Cyprus, followed by flights from Cyprus to Sydney.
'Will not hesitate to take action': Police warn protesters ahead of pro-Palestinian events
Published: October 4, 2024 07:16
Australia's police forces have issued a rare joint statement calling for peaceful protests as 7 October nears.
'Our children deserve it': government announces National Indigenous Children's Commissioner
Published: October 4, 2024 05:17
The National Commission for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People, with a First Nations leader, will begin work in January.
'No room for compromise': Melania Trump suggests support for abortion rights
Published: October 3, 2024 22:07
In a video message promoting an upcoming memoir, Melania Trump asks: "what does my body, my choice really mean?"
A Yazidi woman was kidnapped by IS a decade ago. She's been freed from Gaza
Published: October 3, 2024 21:40
A Yazidi woman kidnapped by IS militants in Iraq 10 years ago has been freed from Gaza in an Israeli, US and Iraqi operation.
The ABC released a report into racism faced by staff. That same day Tony Armstrong was trolled
Published: October 3, 2024 06:15
Popular broadcaster Tony Armstrong was targeted online, leading to ABC news director Justin Stevens releasing a statement on the racist attacks.
What is Israel's Iron Dome? Its air defence system, explained
Published: October 3, 2024 04:22
As missiles rained down on Israel this week, its air defence systems went into action. The country has several layers of air defence.
'Not provocative': Albanese's October 7 rally remarks criticised, as court decision looms
Published: October 3, 2024 01:51
The NSW Supreme Court is set to decide on a police attempt to stop two pro-Palestinian demonstrations that tie in with the one-year anniversary of the Hamas-Israel war, with the federal government saying it is not a time for protest.
At least two killed in Israeli strike on central Beirut, Lebanese officials say
Published: October 2, 2024 20:43
The Israeli military has issued orders telling people to leave multiple areas of densely-populated southern Beirut, where it says it will hit Hezbollah sites.
Who is Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's divisive prime minister?
Published: October 2, 2024 19:41
What to know about the man leading Israel amid its war against Hamas in Gaza and attacks on what it says are Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.
Israel declares UN chief 'persona non grata' over Iran attack response
Published: October 2, 2024 11:16
Israel's foreign minister said that he was barring UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres from entering the country because he had not "unequivocally" condemned Iran's missile attack on Israel.
Telco woes: Australia's major gripes, and the top complainers
Published: October 2, 2024 08:27
Telcos still have work to do to improve customer service with delays in fixing problems and service fees among the top complaints, the industry watchdog says.
Grizzly attack: Fat Bear Week delay after fatal fight caught on camera
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/fat-bear-week-delay-after-fatal-fight-caught-on-camera/10d2uqh4z
Published: October 2, 2024 03:57
Each year, people worldwide vote on which Alaskan bear they think has piled on the most kilos. But the reveal of this year's contenders was postponed after a grisly incident.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexually abusing another 120 people, including 25 minors
Published: October 1, 2024 21:14
A United States attorney says the alleged victims will sue Sean Combs alleging rape, assault and sexual exploitation.
At least six people dead in Tel Aviv shooting and knife attack
Published: October 1, 2024 20:36
The attack took place minutes before Iran launched a barrage of missiles at Israel.
Police applying to NSW Supreme Court to try and ban pair of pro-Palestinian rallies
Published: October 1, 2024 12:11
NSW Police said it would ask the state's Supreme Court to prohibit two demonstrations planned for Sydney over the long weekend, citing safety concerns.
Julian Assange says he 'pled guilty to journalism' in first public remarks since release
Published: October 1, 2024 08:12
The WikiLeaks founder pleaded guilty to publishing US military secrets earlier this year, in a deal with the US Justice Department that concluded a drawn-out legal saga and led to his release after five years in a British prison.
ABC managing director apologises to staff who experienced racism after review
Published: October 1, 2024 07:01
The independent review into the ABC's systems and processes addressing racism involved interviews with 120 current and former employees.
Queensland Premier Steven Miles calls state election for October
Published: October 1, 2024 04:12
Queenslanders will head to the polls on 26 October. While Labor has won 11 of the past 12 state elections, they face a challenge from David Crisafulli's Liberal National Party.
Tony Burke has granted the first humanitarian visas to Palestinian families fleeing Gaza
Published: September 30, 2024 23:52
The government has revealed a new visa pathway is available for Palestinian families.
Supermarket 'dodgy practices' in Anthony Albanese's sights as more funds announced
Published: September 30, 2024 23:21
The government has given the consumer watchdog another $30 million to investigate supermarket practices.
Qatar Airways aims to buy 25 per cent stake in Virgin Australia
Published: September 30, 2024 22:42
Virgin Australia has announced it may soon be partly owned by Qatar Airways and proposes new long-haul flights between Australia and Doha.
Situation on the front line 'very, very difficult,' Volodymyr Zelenskyy says
Published: September 30, 2024 21:08
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his troops are facing difficult times on the frontline of the war with Russia.
Government announces Aftab Malik as Islamophobia envoy
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/government-announces-aftab-malik-as-islamophobia-envoy/m7u0gbdeu
Published: September 30, 2024 09:00
Malik said he would work closely with Australia's antisemitism envoy in the newly-created role.
Parent groups seek blanket ban on child social media use
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/parent-groups-seek-total-ban-on-child-social-media-use/km30pmk0f
Published: September 30, 2024 08:30
No child should be allowed to access social media networks in Australia, an inquiry has heard, and parents would also benefit from a total ban.
Far-right Freedom Party wins Austrian national election
Published: September 30, 2024 03:22
Austria's far-right Freedom Party has secured the highest number of votes in the national election.
Tony Burke warns of visa cancellations after Hezbollah flags waved at Melbourne protest
Published: September 29, 2024 22:17
Politicians have condemned the presence of Hezbollah flags at a pro-Palestinian rally in Melbourne, which could also prompt referrals to federal police.
Schools close across Nepal after devastating floods and landslides kill at least 170 people
Published: September 29, 2024 21:21
Dozens of people remain missing after heavy rainfall hit the Himalayan nation.
Canteens are a much-loved feature of Australian schools. They're also 'under threat'
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/fears-australian-school-canteens-are-under-threat/gv7e4eumj
Published: September 29, 2024 04:23
The Federation of Canteens in Schools is concerned "having access to a canteen in schools is going to become a thing of the past."
Who is Hassan Nasrallah, the Hezbollah leader Israel claims to have killed?
Published: September 28, 2024 09:09
Israel claims to have killed Hassan Nasrallah, who took over leadership of Hezbollah in 1992, in an airstrike on Lebanon's capital.
More than 40 dead amid Hurricane Helene's destructive path across south-east US
Published: September 28, 2024 04:15
More than 40 people have died in the south-eastern United States following Hurricane Helene's landfall as the storm was downgraded to a tropical depression.
Benjamin Netanyahu tells UN Israel 'is winning' and will continue attacks on Lebanon
Published: September 28, 2024 00:34
Several delegations walked out as Netanyahu took to the podium, saying Israel would continue "degrading Hezbollah until all our objectives are made".
'A national treasure' and 'legendary': Tributes flow for Maggie Smith
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/tributes-flow-for-maggie-smith/14w8zn506
Published: September 27, 2024 23:32
The 89-year-old was known for roles in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, and won Oscars for The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and California Suite.
Who is Shigeru Ishiba — the veteran politician set to be Japan's next prime minister?
Published: September 27, 2024 09:30
Ishiba, a self-proclaimed lone wolf whose contrarian views and spats with colleagues contributed to four previous failed leadership bids, has long been popular with the general public.
Pesto the penguin: He's big, hungry and famous, but his size might not last. Here's why
Published: September 27, 2024 06:46
From his "incredible parents" to his favourite food and correcting the record on his mother's name, the handler of Melbourne's famous penguin has revealed what fans should know about the 23kg bird.
How turning to ChatGPT to improve your writing could be making it worse
Published: September 27, 2024 00:37
While generative AI tools offer to make writing easier to understand, an overuse of certain stylistic words and phrases could have the opposite effect.
Who is New York City mayor Eric Adams, and what are the criminal charges against him?
Published: September 26, 2024 22:45
The city's first mayor to be criminally charged while in office has been accused of wire fraud and bribery charges stretching back a decade, which he says he will fight.
'Madness cannot continue': Palestinian president uses UN speech to call for ceasefire
Published: September 26, 2024 20:56
In an address to the United Nations, Mahmoud Abbas called for a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the delivery of humanitarian aid, and a full withdrawal of the Israeli military from the enclave.
Ballgowns, a pole dancer and paper backdrops: Inside the 'horror' Bridgerton-themed ball
Published: September 26, 2024 07:59
Undercooked food, cheap decor and a pole dancer for entertainment were among the complaints about the unofficial Bridgerton-themed ball, which has gone viral on social media for all the wrong reasons.