SBS News In Depth

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Zoran Kresovic from Blueberry to find out what's driving the sharemarket's recent run.

In this episode: President Trump’s tour of the Middle East sees key deals signed and sanctions rolled back - what does it mean for the region? Plus, Prime Minister Albanese’s diplomatic balancing act with Indonesia’s leader, what the results of the Philippines midterms mean for two political dynasties, the latest on Ukraine peace negotiations, and how a used tissue became a tool of wartime propaganda.

Spoiler alert: This story includes the outcome of Australia's performance in the second semi-final of Eurovision 2025. The broadcast will be replayed on SBS and SBS on Demand on Saturday 17 May at 7:30pm AEST.

A pair of British researchers are preparing to travel to the US to see the Magna Carta held by Harvard University, after discovering it is an authentic original version of the document. The medieval history experts say they consider their find to be ironic.

A bill to improve access to abortions in regional New South Wales has been approved in the state's Parliament, amid passionate debate. The legislation, tabled by Greens MP Amanda Cohn, was introduced after revelations a woman was turned away from having an abortion on the day of her planned procedure at Queanbeyan Hospital in August 2024.

Larissa Waters has become the leader of the Australian Greens after Adam Bandt lost his seat at the federal election. She was an environmental lawyer in Queensland before entering the Senate in 2011. Mehreen Faruqi has been re-elected as the deputy leader.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has arrived in Jakarta, commencing a three-day visit to Indonesia, his first overseas trip since securing a decisive re-election earlier this month. It’s become customary for new Australian prime ministers to prioritise a visit to Indonesia, reinforcing ties with key regional partners.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham to find out if Australia's tight labour market will impact the RBA's interest rate decision next week, plus a check on global markets with Elizabeth Tien from Citi.

United States President Donald Trump has continued his diplomatic trip through the Middle East with a visit to Qatar. President Trump secured a number of commercial and military agreements with the Qataris in an ongoing effort to strengthen the U-S relationships with Persian Gulf states.

Australia’s Eurovision hopeful GoJo is taking to the Basel stage for the competition’s second-semi final. Also performing is Israel’s Yuval Raphael, who says she is mentally prepared to be be boo-ed in the arena, amid protests over her country’s actions in Gaza.

The Trump administration has welcomed a group of white South Africans to the US, granting them refugee status after deeming them to be victims of racial discrimination. The move has drawn strong criticism from refugee advocates and a range of figures in South Africa, who say the claims are not true.

The coalition's position on net-zero policies and nuclear power have been put under review. Has a bruising defeat brought the climate wars back?

With the first woman leading the Liberals in the party's history, they will be looking to bolster their female voting base after a crushing election defeat. However, experts say a woman leading the party may not be enough to encourage women to turn back to the Liberals.

United States President Donald Trump has moved to strengthen the US relationship with Saudi Arabia and remove tariffs from Syria in his first major trip abroad since returning to the presidency. Mr Trump began his four-day visit to the Middle East with a trip to the Saudi capital Riyadh.

The 1948 Arab-Israeli conflict is a pivotal moment in the timeline of an ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine. While the conflict then lasted less than a year, it led to the mass displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians. At the same time, it marked the declaration of the state of Israel.

Markets in the US and Europe have rallied off the back of trade tensions easing between China and the US. On Wall Street, the S&P surged more than 3 per cent, while the Nasdaq catapulted 4.4 per cent higher.

Following a four-decade-long conflict, the Kurdistan Workers Party or PKK has disbanded in Turkey, bringing hopes the country could enter a new peaceful era. However, experts say peace is not guaranteed and complex regional conflicts could now intensify.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kai Chen from MPC Markets as shares rally following a reprieve in US-China tariffs and finds out what level of uncertainty exists, plus Matthew Hassan from Westpac goes through the lasted Consumer Sentiment report to explain what it means for the Reserve Bank's interest rate meeting next week.

Sussan Ley has been elected as the leader of the Liberal Party. But there are concerns she's on a 'glass cliff', as the first female leader chosen at a time the party is in crisis.

An Israeli-American hostage, who was serving in the Israeli army when he was captured, has been released by Hamas.The International Committee of the Red Cross facilitated the transfer of 21-year-old Edan Alexander after 19 months of captivity. Meanwhile, the United Nations has issued a stark warning of imminent famine in Gaza as Israel's blockade of food and other aid extends into its third month.

National Palliative Care Week is in its 30th year, and this years theme is - What's your plan? It encourages people to speak with their loved ones about what matters most at the end of their life, including discussing and implementing culturally appropriate customs and traditions related to death and dying.

The presidents of Ukraine and Russia could meet face-to-face in Türkiye this week.It comes as global leaders continue to push for peace between the two nations.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with QUT Professor Gary Mortimer to find out if a supermarket price war is on the horizon after Woolworths said it was cutting prices on 400 everyday items by around 10 per cent, plus Nick Schoenmaker from Drummond Capital Partners looks at the day's market moves including talk of a US-China trade deal.

Tanya Plibersek has been demoted to Social Services Minister, as Anthony Albanese reveals his second term ministry.

The United States and China say they have struck a bilateral trade deal.It follows a lengthy meeting in Switzerland amid an escalating trade war between two of the world's largest economies.

It’s a career built on care, but for some, the journey to becoming a nurse in Australia is anything but easy. May 12 is International Nurses Day, marking the birthday of Florence Nightingale, who founded modern nursing and is remembered for her bravery treating wounded soldiers during the Crimean War. It’s a day to honour compassion, commitment and courage—qualities shared by the woman you’re about to meet, who overcame a difficult childhood in Iran to build a new life here.

Former Labor cabinet minister Ed Husic has told SBS News he believes the government should be pushing for Palestinian statehood by June.

Demoted cabinet minister Ed Husic has criticised the Labor Party leadership, as the frontbench of the re-elected government is finalised. Mr Husic claims his stance on Gaza and Labor's factional competition contributed to his departure. Meanwhile, the Liberals leadership contest is also underway after a historic loss in the election.

India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire as the region teeters on the brink of war. But hours after it was announced, both sides accused each other of violations.

It’s Mothers Day… and while they may not admit it, research shows that Mums DO have favourite children – usually, not intentionally. Mothers also identify the children they have the most conflict with and with whom they are the most disappointed. However, it turns out that adult children are very bad at determining who the favorite child is, and are correct less than half the time. In this episode of Weekend one on one, we hear from Professor Jill Suitor, who’s been carrying out the research – she’s professor of sociology and an affiliate of the Center on Aging in the Life Course at Purdue University in Indiana in the United States.

National Palliative Care Week is in its 30th year, with this year's theme: 'What's your plan?, aiming to encourage conversations around end of life care.Part of this could include discussing and implementing culturally appropriate customs and traditions related to death and dying for residents and their families, an issue being addressed through a new online course.

The surging popularity of generative artificial intelligence is being met with growing concerns about its environmental footprint. Key to the technology is computer power from data centres which demand vast amounts of both water and energy. And as these facilities expand both in numbers and size, governments and big tech are being urged to prioritise sustainable solutions.

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer for Australian men, and if diagnosed early, is relatively easy to treat. But men from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are more likely to be diagnosed with high-risk, or advanced prostate cancer than other Australians. That's according to new research from Monash Rural Health in Victoria, which finds those born in another country are more likely to miss out on vital early screenings.

A new study shows that chimpanzees drum with regular rhythm when they beat on tree trunks. Previous research also shows that chimps in regions of west and east Africa have their own signature drumming style.

One in five people in Australia and New Zealand will experience chronic pain at some stage in their lives; and it's recognised as a major global health issue. Unrelieved pain can affect every area of a person's life with major social, financial and emotional consequences. Researchers at the University of New South Wales and Neuroscience Research Australia have done a randomised trial focusing on the experiences of people with chronic pain - and the role emotional processing plays in managing chronic pain conditions. Professor Lorimer Moseley is a professor of Clinical Neurosciences at the University of South Australia and the Chair of PainAdelaide. In this episode of Weekend One on One, he spoke with Peggy Giakoumelos on the role of psychology in chronic pain management.

Heavy menstrual bleeding affects a quarter of women, but is often excluded from discussions around women's health.While the government's $793 million women's health investment has been celebrated, there are concerns around a lack of specific reference to this condition.This comes amid calls for a change in terminology to challenge taboos.

Recent arrivals in Australia continue to face barriers entering the workforce. A new jobs service that connects skilled migrants and refugees with employers, is also helping to tackle a national skills shortage. It’s the vision of Carmen Garcia, a social enterprise founder with a big heart. She is speaking with SBS's Sandra Fulloon.

Dozens of politicians have flooded back into Canberra after Labor's landslide victory at the federal election. A reshuffle has claimed two high-profile MPs. Meanwhile, the Opposition is now looking for a new leader, with two candidates now publicly confirming they will stand.

Australian Catholics have welcomed the announcement of new Pope, following two days of anticipation. While some in the Church recalled their own personal encounters with the man who would become Pope, others expressed their hopes for the church under his leadership.

In this episode: Co-hosting from Vatican City, International Correspondent Ben Lewis tells us about the new pope, as cross-border assaults ramp up between India and Pakistan. Plus, a German headache, Israel’s plan to reoccupy Gaza, and decoding dolphin swear words.

The Leukaemia Foundation says one in 12 people in Australia are at risk of being diagnosed with a blood cancer, but a lack of awareness about symptoms means many cancers go undiagnosed for longer periods.The Foundation says blood cancers are likely to overtake other cancers by 2035.

The world's 1.4 billion Roman Catholics have a new leader. Robert Francis Prevost is the first US-born pontiff and will be known as Pope Leo XIV. It took 133 cardinals two days to elect the 267th pope - in what is one of the shortest conclaves in history.

A win beyond Labor’s wildest dreams, two leaders booted, and underperforming Teals. There’s heaps to unpack about the 2025 Federal Election result, and Simon Welsh from RedBridge joins us on Party Time to talk it all out

Adam Bandt has conceded defeat, losing his seat of Melbourne in an upset that leaves the Greens leaderless. He finished first on the primary vote, but sustained a two-party swing against him. Sarah Witty has won the seat back for Labor after 15 years.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Josh Gilbert from eToro about the day's market action including Donald Trump's Truth Social post which pull shares out of the red, and why US interest rates were left on hold.

Recent days in Kashmir have seen India and Pakistan embroiled in their worst military escalation in decades. Tensions between the two nuclear powers dramatically escalated following a deadly attack on tourists in Pahalgam in Indian-administered Kashmir, which left 26 dead. India launched what it calls a calibrated military operation targeting what it says are terrorist sites inside Pakistan-administered territory and in Pakistan itself. But Pakistani authorities says civilians, including children, were killed. India says it has information that more strikes were planned on its territory, and the action it took was pre-emptive and necessary to stop those taking place.

Anyone who has ever had the occasional backache or a migraine knows how debilitating pain can be. But for those with chronic pain conditions, ongoing management poses many challenges. A new study looks at what role emotional regulation strategies can play in helping people manage chronic pain.

India and Pakistan are embroiled in their worst military escalation in decades, following deadly cross-border strikes, reported aircraft losses, and rising civilian casualties. With evacuations underway and flights disrupted, fears are mounting of a broader regional conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

Liberal candidate Tim Wilson has declared victory in the seat of Goldstein [[-stine]], appearing to topple independent MP Zoe Daniels. Two other contests with metropolitan Teal politicians are going down to the wire as well. They're small sparks of hope for a Liberal Party bruised and battered by the election.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions about the day's sharemarket action including the latest US trade talk developments and what's driving the Australian dollar to a six month high against the US.