Tensions escalate after naval conflict in Strait of Hormuz, UAE oil fire

Iran says it has forced a US warship to turn back from entering the Strait of Hormuz, while the US has announced its forces have hit six Iranian small boats… [...]

Australians on board virus-hit cruise ship as passenger makes emotional plea

A US travel blogger onboard the stranded ship said there was "a lot of uncertainty" about what would happen next. [...]

SBS talks to Canstar’s Sally Tindall ahead of RBA rates decision

The Reserve Bank will make a decision this afternoon on interest rates, and financial markets and most economists are tipping a third straight rate hike. SBS' Cameron Carr spoke to… [...]

Electric vehicle tax break wound back, but it won't put the brakes on sales

Energy Minister Chris Bowen said changes to EV schemes would encourage car makers to focus on more affordable models. [...]

Ukraine and Russia declare separate ceasefires as enmity deepens

Political quarrelling has deepened between the two countries as the US' diplomatic eye has been drawn to the Middle East. [...]

Three dead in boating tragedy off the far north coast of New South Wales | Morning News Bulletin 5 May 2026

Three dead in a boating tragedy off the far north coast of New South Wales... the United States shoots down multiple Iranian missiles... and Brisbane Lions player Koby Evans accepts… [...]

'Dangerous escalation': US sinks Iranian ships, UAE fumes over missile strikes

The US attacks come after president Donald Trump's announcement of 'Project Freedom' on Sunday. [...]

The RBA's rates call could 'come down to the wire'. This is what it means for you

If the RBA decides to increase the cash rate, it will be the third hike this year. [...]

Australian Gaza aid flotilla activist returns home following Israeli detention

Two other non-Australian flotilla participants continue to be detained by Israeli authorities. [...]

In pictures: Kumanjayi Little Baby’s family and community pay tribute to her

The family of Kumanjayi Little Baby have returned to where the five-year-old was last seen alive, as hundreds across the NT commemorate her death. [...]

Japan’s PM in Australia for energy and security talks

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has used a visit to Australia to bolster energy and security ties, declaring the two nations are "quasi-allies". Takaichi is the latest in a string… [...]

Alleged Anzac Day hecklers on trial over 2025 booing

Four people accused of booing and disrupting last year's Anzac Day ceremony at Melbourne's Shrine of Remembrance, have today faced court, charged with a slew of offences. The hearing takes… [...]