A new age cap on a popular graduate visa is leaving many international PhD students in Australia facing uncertain futures. Many say they will be forced to leave the country due to changes set to be made to Temporary Graduate Visa Class 485.

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Rhayna Bosch speaks with Gemma Dale from NABTRADE on the latest market movements following the release of the Federal Reserve’s May meeting minutes. And AI chip maker Nvidia takes centre stage as it reveals its quarterly profit results.

The United Kingdom's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has surprised voters, announcing a national election on 4 July.

More Australians stranded in New Caledonia have been repatriated, meaning over half of those who want to leave the French territory have returned home. President Emmanuel Macron said a "return to peace" was his priority as he arrived in the Pacific island for a day of talks, following deadly riots triggered by a contested electoral reform.…

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In a historic move, three European governments have jointly declared they recognise Palestinian statehood and intend to support a two-state solution to promote peace in the Middle East. Israeli has reacted by recalling its ambassadors from Dublin, Madrid and Oslo.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong is in Cox's Bazaar, as part of her visit to Bangladesh. In a wide ranging interview with SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson, she addresses Australia's relationship with Bangladesh, the Singapore Airlines flight in which a number of Australians were injured by turbulence, the International Criminal Court see…

What role should nuclear energy play in Australia's energy transition? The federal Coalition says the technology could help Australia move away from fossil fuels and towards a net zero economy. Now a report by Australia's national science agency has looked at the cost of nuclear power compared to renewable energy sources like wind and solar.…

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand left official interest rates on hold in the country but warned a rise was a real consideration. Hear from Governor Adrian Orr, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the global implications and what it means for sharemarkets with Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett.…

Extreme turbulence on a London-bound Singapore Airlines flight has left one man dead and injured dozens more, including eight Australians.

Of at least 300 Australians stranded in riot-stricken New Caledonia, 84 have been evacuated on two DFAT flights. The federal government says it is awaiting approval from French authorities to send further planes.

Israeli authorities have back-tracked after seizing camera equipment belonging to the Associated Press in southern Israel after widespread condemnation.

With food prices continuing to bite at the checkout, more and more Australians are on the lookout for ways to save on one of life's most basic and essential necessities: food.

A new study has found children from migrant and refugee backgrounds are more likely to be developmentally vulnerable when starting school, causing repercussions which could carry into adulthood. Researchers say a collaborative response is needed from government, early-education providers and providers of settlement services.…

Telstra is slashing 2,800 jobs by the end of the year as part of a restructure as it reaffirms its FY24 guidance. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at what this means for the company and the economy with Morningstar's Brian Han and Westpac's Matthew Hassan, plus the day on the markets with Joe Youssef from Areus Asset Managem…

Many Iranians are concerned this may put the country at the mercy of its enemies, while others remain optimistic. Iran is investigating the cause of the president's helicopter crash.

The Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants for both Israeli and Hamas leaders over alleged war crimes. ICC prosecutor, Karim Khan, has applied for arrest warrants for three Hamas leaders, and also for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. He says he has reasonable groun…

The UK High Court's decision to let Julian Assange appeal his extradition to the United States is a "small win", according to the union for Australia's journalists. But the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance says the WikiLeaks founder should be freed now, and fears he could still be tried for espionage in the US.…

Journalism has been described as the first rough draft of history, with reporters often bearing witness to the world’s most awful and awe-inspiring events. But what is the emotional toll after being on the front lines of history? History's First Draft is an SBS News podcast series unravelling the psychological journey journalists undertake to bring…

A new report by corporate regulator ASIC is highlighting a more than 54 per cent increase in home loan stress notices. That's as the cost of living stays high, keeping the pressure on many households.

Lai Ching-te has taken office as Taiwan's new president, facing a deeply suspicious China, which labels him a separatist, as well as a fractious parliament domestically, with a ready-to-challenge opposition.

A booming materials sector sent Australian shares to just 33 points away from a record high. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the day's market action with David Berthon-Jones from Aequitas Investment Partners.

New research has found consuming more nuts, fruit and legumes and fewer sugary drinks may help people aged over 60 feel less anxious and stressed. The study, led by the University of the Sunshine Coast, suggests a Mediterranean style diet is also associated with fewer symptoms of depression.

The Iranian Red Crescent Society says they've recovered the wreckage of a helicopter holding Iran's President, Ebrahim Raisi, with no signs of survivors. The helicopter crashed close to Iran's border with Azerbaijan amid heavy fog.

For many of us social media is a part of daily life. But for people who are visually impaired, accessing it can be a major challenge. Guide Dogs Australia is now behind a push to raise awareness about how a few simple steps can make a world of difference for those who struggle to see.

The Australian government says the defence force is ready to evacuate hundreds of citizens from New Caledonia, but is waiting for the go-ahead from French authorities, based on safety. Six people have died in the worst violence in the French territory in decades.

Georgia’s president has vetoed a controversial bill in the former Soviet republic that has sparked a wave of protests unprecedented in the nation's recent history.

The national group for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children has received dedicated funding for the first time in a federal budget, in a move welcomed by its CEO, Catherine Liddle.

Australia is in the midst of a reckoning, with nationwide calls to address gendered violence. Banning the creation and distribution of non-consensual deep fake pornography is one of a suite of measures announced by the federal government to tackle the issue. Experts say it's one piece of a broader jigsaw puzzle required to drive systemic change.…

Pro-Palestinian protesters have stormed Labor's Victorian state conference in Melbourne. The event gate-crashed ahead of a speech from the Prime Minister to supporters and debate over motions relating to the Gaza conflict.

The Vatican has issued new guidelines on the recognition of supernatural events, stating they may be fraudulent and exploited for financial gain or the creation of personal cults.

Social enterprises play a vital role hiring people from disadvantaged backgrounds and the federal government has acknowledged that, with a $22 million boost in the May budget. Here’s how one venture is changing lives.

The national group for migrants and refugees with disability says the federal budget has raised concerns about the impact of potential cuts to the NDIS. The acting CEO of the National Ethnic Disability Alliance, Neha Prakash, told Biwa Kwan she was hoping to see more in the budget on the inclusion of migrants and refugees with disabilities…

Achieving a sense of belonging is one of many barriers faced by refugees and asylum seekers coming to Australia, and advocates say that's even more so when they identify as LGBTIQ+. New funding in Victoria is aiming to give those vulnerable people a chance at a new start.

Police have charged three A-League players over an alleged betting corruption scandal orchestrated by an overseas criminal figure. The development has prompted calls for sporting codes to end their close relationship with gambling.

New home sales surged 22 per cent in April but that's as buyers look to beat increased government regulations. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at housing policy from both sides of government with Tom Devitt from the HIA, plus the day's market action with Marcus Bogdan from Blackmore Capital…

Dr Malcolm Davis is the Senior Analyst in Defence Strategy and Capabiity at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute in Canberra. He explains to SBS's Tanya Dendrinos the significance of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to his opposite number, Xi Jinping, in China. He says it's not coincidental that this is President Putin's first internat…

South Africa has renewed its call for emergency measures to halt Israel's ground invasion of Gaza, outlining its arguments in its third appearance before the International Court of Justice.

Human rights groups say they are gravely concerned about a dramatic spike in Iran’s use of capital punishment. According to Iran Human Rights Monitor, the first 10 days of May saw at least 40 prisoners executed - amounting to one person every 6 hours. Executions surged by 43 percent following the start of the Woman, Life, Freedom protest - sparked …

The Australian government has called for calm in the French island territory of New Caledonia, after a state of emergency was declared in response to deadly riots. The turmoil erupted after France's National Assembly backed hotly-disputed changes to voting rolls that Indigenous leaders say will dilute their vote.…

The national group representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children has welcomed a 10-year national plan to deliver better early childhood outcomes.

The chances of interest rates cuts in both the US and Australia rose markedly today as Australia's unemployment rate rose and US inflation eased. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with Diana Mousina from AMP and Chris Weston from Pepperstone for more.

A local council ban on a children's book about same-sex parenting has been overturned, after threatened funding cuts and community outcry.

The Prime Minister has labelled comments by Labor Senator Fatima Payman inappropriate, after she broke party ranks to accuse Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. The Opposition is calling for her resignation or dismissal, but Labor's caucus is maintaining a united front.

The United Nations says Israel's assault on Gaza's southern city of Rafah has led to the displacement of around 600,000 Palestinians in one week. This follows the 76th anniversary of what Palestinians and their allies call the 'Nakba' or 'catastrophe', a term for the mass displacement of Palestinians during the establishment of the state of Israel.…

The economic contributions of mining and gas producers are being weighed up as analysis reveals subsidies for the fossil fuel industry rose to $14.5 billion this financial year. The 31 per cent annual increase has led some critics to question whether that money could be better targeted.

Labor senator Fatima Payman has broken ranks to accuse Israel of conducting a genocide in Gaza, calling for the Prime Minister to sanction the Israeli government. In a thinly-veiled criticism of her party leader, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Senator Payman has criticised Australian leaders for what she calls performative gestures.…

Is the government's projected $9.3 billion budget surplus inflationary? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis, S&P Global Ratings Lead Analyst Martin Foo, Economist Saul Eslake and Hebe Chen from IG Markets to find out more in this special in-depth edition of the podcast.…

A $20,000 tax boost and energy bill relief has provided some benefit, but business owners say they were hoping for more support to deal with the increase in cost of living pressures.