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Hear the story behind the headlines. In under ten minutes each episode, we’ll help you make sense of the news stories that matter to you from Australia and the world, with reports and interviews from the SBS News team.
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The patch test that could make it easier to detect skin cancer
Regional Australians are more at risk of skin cancer compared with people living in major cities. And at the same time, their access to healthcare - including skin checks - can be limited. But an Australian researcher is developing a tool that could identify skin cancer with a simple patch test.
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Today
The patch test that could make it easier to detect skin cancer
Regional Australians are more at risk of skin cancer compared with people living in major cities. And at the same time, their access to healthcare - including skin checks - can be limited. But an Australian researcher is developing a tool that could identify skin cancer with a simple patch test.
Yesterday
INTERVIEW: Jared Mondschein from the US Studies Centre on this week's US presidential debate
Voters in the United States go to the polls in early November to elect their next president and this week just over 67 million of them watched the debate conducted in Pennsylvania between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Cameron Watts spoke to Jared Mondschein from the United States Studies in the hours just after the debate for his assessment.
Yesterday
INTERVIEW: Meet the figure championing women to become tradies in a male-dominated environment
Amid a labour shortage in the sectors like the construction industry, there has been a call to support the recruitment and retention of female tradies. SBS speaks to Jo Farrell, the founder of not-for-profit Build Like A Girl.
Yesterday
INTERVIEW: Amplify's Georgina Harrison on strengthening democracy by 'finding uncommon ground'
A new grassroots organisation seeks to open up spaces for everyday Australian citizens to participate in creating policy solutions to issues like housing, education and Indigenous Affairs. Georgina Harrison is the CEO of Amplify. She says after 23 years working in the public service, she saw a strong need to create a different way of approaching and producing better policy outcomes. Biwa Kwan spoke to her about the initiative and the plan to strengthen democracy.
Yesterday
SBS On The Money: 13 September 2024
It was an anti-climatic day for the Australian share market, which fell just a few points short of an all time record. But gold did not disappoint – the commodity soaring to new heights – as investors poured in ahead of expected US rate cuts. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tony Sycamore, a market analyst with IG Australia.
Yesterday
'Our industry doesn't want to have that reckoning': where are all the female tradies?
Women have been trying to make their mark in the male dominated building and construction industry for decades. Less than 3 per cent of the trades and construction workforce are women and that's been the case since the late 1980s. Advocates in the industry are encouraging women to take up the tools but say there are still significant barriers to entry.
Yesterday
Wealthier Australians to pay more, after bipartisan agreement reached over aged care reforms
Wealthier Australians will pay more for aged care, after the government secured bipartisan support to keep the sector sustainable. The changes have been welcomed by aged care providers, who say the government's new laws give the industry certainty for the future.
Yesterday
President Putin warns the West against allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles
Russia's President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to the West, that allowing Ukraine to use Western-made long-range missiles to strike Russian territory would directly involve NATO in the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has long urged Western allies to permit the use of these missiles to limit Moscow's military capabilities. Meanwhile, Ukraine has accused Russia of attacking a grain ship in the Black Sea.
Yesterday
Attack on UNRWA school condemned, but Israel says it was a Hamas base
An attack on a school run by the United Nations refugee agency has been condemned - but Israel says it was being used as a command centre by Hamas. Meanwhile, Gaza's economy is being described by the UN as being 'in ruins' while the Palestinian Authority's finances are 'in free fall'.
2d ago
Big tech faces hefty fines for spreading misinformation
The nation's media regulator will be given the authority to crack down on tech companies such as Meta and X, for misinformation and disinformation on their platforms. This comes as new laws introduced by the federal government will see social media companies placed under scrutiny for allowing the spread of fake news.
2d ago
More US, UK aid announced for Ukraine during Kyiv visit - but no shift on long-range missiles
The United States and Britain has pledged nearly A$2.25 billion in additional aid to Ukraine. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced the measure during a visit to Kyiv. The potential use of long-range weapons against Russia was also raised during the visit.
3d ago
Hysterical: 'Push through' or quit: The choice facing women with chronic pain in inflexible workplaces
Women are sharing experiences of stigma and discrimination when it comes to flexible working arrangements to manage chronic pain conditions. This is despite the fact at least 3 million Australians are estimated to be suffering with chronic pain, amid a rise in remote and hybrid work arrangements following the COVID pandemic. In this bonus episode of 'Hysterical' we speak to women who have encountered this workplace stigma, and the changes they wish to see across Australia's workplaces.
3d ago
Police and anti-war protesters clash outside weapons expo in Melbourne
Anti-war protesters and police have clashed in Melbourne with dozens arrested and injured during violent protests outside a major weapons expo. Two dozen police have received medical treatment after being pelted with rocks, manure and low-grade acid by the demonstrators. The protesters say police used disproportionate force with their use of tear gas and rubber bullets.
3d ago
Trump and Harris square off in fiery debate
With less than two months to go until the US election day, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have been pressed on their policies in their first presidential election debate. It comes just 75 days after President Joe Biden's debate performance triggered a political earthquake that ultimately forced him from the race.
3d ago
SBS On the Money: Lithium soars but ASX falls
The ASX fell but the lithium sector soared amid speculation that mine closures would support the commodity price. The banks dropped – as the US presidential debate took place. All eyes now turning to tonight’s CPI figures there. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Macquarie Group Senior Investment Advisor and Division Director Martin Lakos.
3d ago
Experts divided on whether social media ban will be realistic or effective
The Albanese government's plan to enforce a higher minimum age for social media use has come under fire as a quick solution to a complex problem. While some experts believe a ban on younger users will protect children from platforms that may contribute to mental illness and eating disorders, others say social media is an important tool for young people to have access to.
3d ago
Ukraine launches mass drone attack on Moscow
Russian officials say Ukraine has struck the Moscow region in one of its biggest drone attacks, killing at least one person and injuring three others. The drone attack comes as Ukraine threatens to cut ties with Iran, if Russia uses ballistic missiles supplied by Iran to attack Ukraine.
4d ago
'Band-aid solution': Researchers raise the alarms over plans to enforce social media age limit
The federal government says legislation enforcing a minimum age for social media use will be introduced by the end of the year. But some experts are raising concerns that this will not solve any problems, and is the wrong approach to the issue.
4d ago
SBS On the Money: Markets Bounce on Banking Boost
The ASX 200 ended higher – as CBA and Macquarie bank touched fresh highs. The miners did better, as the iron ore price recovered – plus NAB and Westpac release their latest business and consumer confidence surveys. For more, Rhayna Bosch spoke with Activam Group managing director and head of investments Robert Talevski.
4d ago
Health experts call for more holistic approach on suicide prevention
A new six-paper series shows there needs to be a change in the approach of suicide prevention, calling for social factors to be given the same importance as mental health issues. It comes as the federal government releases its draft advice for the latest National Suicide Prevention Policy, on World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10).