Fifth rate rise adds $107 a month to typical mortgage
The RBA lifts rates to an 18-year high of 4.85%, adding more pressure to mortgage holders. But could this be the last rise? The Reserve Bank...
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Albanese pushes climate case as slavery reparations debate grows
Climate, slavery reparations and UK backpacker visas dominate talks at the Commonwealth summit. At CHOGM in Antigua and Barbuda, Anthony Alb...
INTERVIEW: What you need to know about the US Midterm elections
Why the US midterms matter, what they reveal about voter sentiment, and what the results could mean for both parties. As Americans vote in t...
Agencies say now is the time for summer emergency plan
Higher than average temperatures and dry conditions are on the way, and governments have shored up supplies as they urge caution this bushfi...
Could hackers target Australian supermarket fridges?
European fridge hacks raise questions about whether Australian supermarkets could face similar cyberattacks. A cyberattack that disrupted su...
Why renting could make better dollars and sense for many Australians
You may not be able to afford to buy a home, but in 2026, experts say it may not even be the best path to financial security anyway. If you'...
Home values on track to fall at fastest pace in over 40 years
Australian home values have fallen for seven straight months, with another rate rise expected to deepen the downturn. Australian home values...
Where strangers become family through music
A Melbourne choir is bringing people from diverse backgrounds together through Arabic music, culture and connection. What started as a forme...
From peaceful protests to petrol bombs: What's happening in Germany?
Petrol bombs, looted shops and more than 100 police officers injured. Germany's Gen Z-led protests have erupted into violence, sparking a go...
Could One Nation sway migrant voters in Victoria?
Polling ahead of this November's Victorian state election shows a surge in support for One Nation. But the data suggests that some of their...
Where strangers become family through music
A Melbourne choir is bringing people from diverse backgrounds together through Arabic music, culture and connection. What started as a forme...
Cape York's housing crisis: 11 years waiting for a home
Cape York's housing crisis is worsening, with fears climate migration could put further pressure on First Nations communities. Cape York res...
US midterms: The battle that could derail Trump's presidency
Donald Trump isn't on the ballot in the US midterm elections, but the stakes for his presidency are enormous. We look at the battlegrounds t...
Is AI making us dumber? We asked smart people
As people outsource an increasing number of cognitive tasks to AI models, high-profile studies are revealing a link to a decline in brain fu...
Could One Nation sway migrant voters in Victoria?
Polling ahead of this November's Victorian state election shows a surge in support for One Nation. But the data suggests that some of their...
Why Black Friday bargains could be bigger this year
Slowing retail sales could mean bigger Black Friday discounts this year, as shoppers face renewed interest rate pressures. Slowing retail sa...
Diwali explained: The traditions behind the Festival of Lights
Why are millions celebrating Diwali, and what's behind the lights, sweets and colourful traditions? Discover the meaning of the Festival of...
‘In Israel, it’s always a surprise’: Can Netanyahu, the ultimate survivor, do it again?
The votes are being counted in Israel, and Ben Lewis is in Tel Aviv to pull back the curtain on what could be the country’s most consequenti...
'They tortured my brother': Critics targeted in Australia
Foreign governments are accused of threatening and intimidating critics living in Australia. As a Senate inquiry examines transnational repr...
INTERVIEW: Why the ICC won't be deterred by US santions
The International Criminal Court says it won't be intimidated by US sanctions. Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan tells SBS Chief Politic...