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16 Oct 2016 - 12:09pm

Three million Australians live below the poverty line, report reveals

Child poverty has increased in Australia over the past decade, according to a report showing nearly three million people are living below the poverty line.
16 Oct 2016 - 12:22pm

US warship attacked from Yemen

Rockets have been fired at a US Navy warship USS Mason in the Red Sea from Houthi-controlled territory in Yemen.
16 Oct 2016 - 11:36am

Anna Meares retires from cycling

Cycling great Anna Meares has announced her retirement.
16 Oct 2016 - 11:08am

Turkish-backed fighters continue Syria offensive as peace talks stall

Turkish-backed fighters are advancing towards the northern Syrian town of Dabiq, as peace talks failed to result in a breakthrough for the US and Russia.
16 Oct 2016 - 10:06am

Top Brexiteer Boris Johnson penned arguments for staying in EU: report

Boris Johnson, who campaigned prominently for Britain to leave the European Union ahead of a June referendum, argued in favor of remaining in the bloc in an...
16 Oct 2016 - 8:35am

Cardinals in a tizz over Vatican McDonalds proposal

The new McVatican comes with a side order of outrage.
16 Oct 2016 - 12:37pm

New South Wales recruits 'first Indian-born firefighter'

New South Wales may have one of the largest Indian populations outside the subcontinent, but only recently it recruited what officials believe is the state's...

US Votes

The best of SBS' coverage of the race to the White House.

16 Oct 2016 - 10:01am

Trump challenges Clinton to drug test, says vote 'rigged'

Donald Trump charged on Saturday that "corrupt" media were seeking to rig November's election in favor of his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton -- who he suggested was ...
16 Oct 2016 - 11:46am

Clinton heavily favoured to win: poll

For the second consecutive week, Democrat Hillary Clinton has a 95 per cent chance of winning most of the Electoral College votes, securing the presidency.
15 Oct 2016 - 2:45pm

Social media history puts US 'debate darling' Ken Bone's character in question

Once the toast of many Americans following his appearance at the second US presidential debate last week, Ken Bone has shared some not-so-kosher opinions on...
15 Oct 2016 - 11:26am

Trump faces two new groping accusations as presidential campaign reels

Two more women came forward with allegations Donald Trump had groped them, including a contestant on his reality show, "The Apprentice".
15 Oct 2016 - 8:16am

Obama warns 'democracy itself' at stake in US election

US President Barack Obama warned Friday that American "democracy itself" is on the ballot in November's presidential election, as White House concern grows about...
14 Oct 2016 - 8:17pm

'Shaken to the core': Michelle Obama slams lewd Trump comments

First Lady Michelle Obama says Donald Trump's lewd comments about sexually assaulting women has shaken her to the core.
14 Oct 2016 - 1:00pm

Untied Streets of 'Murica: A Daily Drawing from the Election Campaign

Political cartoonist Sam Wallman presents daily street portraits of every-day manifestations of the US Presidential election campaign.

More news

More news and analysis from Australia and the world.

16 Oct 2016 - 12:00pm

Wild winds wreak havoc in Victoria

A severe weather warning has been cancelled for central Victoria but other areas are warned that damaging winds of up to 110km/h are on their way.
15 Oct 2016 - 7:33pm

Thailand's 96-year-old privy council head appointed regent

Reporting from Bangkok: Thailand has appointed the 96-year-old head of the powerful Privy Council as temporary regent following the passing of King Bhumibol...
16 Oct 2016 - 7:04am

Labor retains government in ACT election

ACT Labor has won its fifth consecutive election with the Canberra Liberals now facing 19-years in opposition. Chief Minister Andrew Barr said voters have...
16 Oct 2016 - 7:40am

Samsung Note 7 ban enforced on Australia's four major airlines

The recalled Samsung Galaxy Note 7 will be banned from Qantas and Virgin Australia flights from Sunday because of the smartphone's potential fire risk.
16 Oct 2016 - 7:12am

Scottish independence referendum 'highly likely': Sturgeon

Separatist leader Nicola Sturgeon on Saturday said her belief that Scotland will become independent was stronger than ever as she confirmed preparations for a...
16 Oct 2016 - 8:12am

Christmas wait to see if pension to be cut

Many pensioners won't know until the weeks before Christmas if they'll have cuts made to their pensions.
16 Oct 2016 - 8:59am

US detects failed North Korean missile test

North Korea has conducted an unsuccessful launch of a powerful medium-range missile capable of hitting US bases as far away as Guam, the US military said Saturday.

Cultural Perspectives

A series of stories aimed at busting the myths around religion, cultural practices and sacred texts.

What is Sharia law?

What exactly is Sharia law? And is it in conflict with the Australian way of life?
15 Sep 2016 - 12:36pm

What's the fastest growing religion in Australia?

Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world and is predicted to rival Christianity in terms of global population by 2050. But, despite popular perception,...
28 Aug 2016 - 1:55pm

At a glance: Burqa, Niqab and Hijab

What are burqas and niqabs, and why are they worn?
2 Sep 2016 - 1:25pm

Why the historical context of the Qur'an and the Bible cannot be ignored

Anti-Muslim activists often cite violent passages from the Qur'an and other sacred Islamic texts to prove Islam is a violent religion. But how do these claims...

Jihad: A word which doesn't mean war against non-Muslims

The different interpretations of 'Jihad'

Editor's Choice

Our pick of the best content from SBS News & Current Affairs and our content partners.

15 Oct 2016 - 6:17pm

Asian backpackers 'especially vulnerable' to exploitation: Fair Work report

Backpackers coming to Australia on working visas are vulnerable to exploitation, particularly if they're Asian, a Fair Work Ombudsman report has found.
14 Oct 2016 - 8:24pm

Unexpected PNG modern art lands in Brisbane

The largest exhibition of contemporary art ever staged in Australia from our nearest neighbour opens this weekend in Brisbane
14 Oct 2016 - 7:38am

Five of Bob Dylan's best lyrics

From his prophetic vision of environmental apocalypse to the gentle intimacy of love in a cold climate, Bob Dylan has written some of the last century's most...
13 Oct 2016 - 9:06pm

Refugee girls discovering new skills through Girl Guides

Their journey to Australia was a hard one, fleeing their homes in the search for a better life. Arriving with little means there's much to gain and a young group...
13 Oct 2016 - 6:33pm

Queensland siblings fight deportation to Korea

A Gold Coast family desperate to stave off deportation to South Korea after 10 years in Australia has accumulated 27,000 signatures in their support.
13 Oct 2016 - 2:27pm

911 operator Crenshanda hangs up on thousands cause 'ain't nobody got time for this'

An emergency operator in the US has been hanging up on people including a security officer because: ‘ain’t nobody got time for this, for real,’ according to...
The Feed
14 Oct 2016 - 1:23pm

'It's like living in a bubble': inside the lives of Mormon missionaries in Australia

They don't watch TV, read newspapers, use the internet, or have any privacy. Meet some of the 800 Mormon missionaries working in Australia.
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13 Sep 2016 - 11:16am

Finetta's life at home

25 Aug 2016 - 11:29am

In pictures: Massive earthquake hits central Italy

A 6.2-magnitude hit central Italy on Wednesday, leaving more than 150 dead and reducing towns across the region to rubble.
16 Aug 2016 - 1:44pm

In pictures: Deadly Louisiana floods force thousands to evacuate

Louisiana has faced epic flooding, with at least seven people killed and thousands evacuated to emergency shelters after waterways in the southern part of the state overflowed their banks.
9 Aug 2016 - 1:35pm

Who's Who in the Hip Op Crew?

Meet Mi$$y Ro Yo, Kara Bang Bang, Big Deal and the rest of the world's oldest hip-hop crew.
19 Jul 2016 - 2:56pm

On Location in Sicily

Aela Callan and the Dateline crew captured not only the story of the anti-mafia fight in Sicily, but also the sights and sounds of this Mediterranean island.
19 Jul 2016 - 11:33am

In pictures: Protesters mark the start of the Republican convention

Dozens of protesters both for and against presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump have faced off at the opening of the Republican National Convention in the state of Ohio.
15 Jul 2016 - 10:52am

Bastille Day attack

At least 60 people are dead and 100 injured in the French city of Nice after a truck ploughed into a crowd in what officials and witnesses say was a deliberate attack.
12 Jul 2016 - 2:49pm

Behind the Scenes: Gaza Life

Reporter Brett Mason and producer Will West spent just over a week filming in Gaza for Dateline. These behind the scenes photos offer more insight into daily life there.
2 Jul 2016 - 4:53pm

In pictures: Voting Australian style

Australians have turned out around the country to cast their votes in this year's election and eat some sausages.
29 Jun 2016 - 2:13pm

In pictures: The aftermath of the Istanbul Atatürk airport attack

Passengers and staff were left shocked and shaken at Istanbul's Ataturk airport, Turkey's biggest airport, after two explosions and gunfire left at least 36 people dead and about 150 injured.
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