The fight for Farrer: How a rural by-election could signal a change in Australian politics.

The May 9 by-election in the New South Wales electorate of Farrer could have major implications for national politics. With One Nation and an independent candidate leading the race, voters… [...]

We all do it every day — but scientists still don’t know why. That may be changing

The findings of this study could provide an early clue into one of the body’s long-standing mysteries. [...]

Protester charged in Alice Springs | Evening News Bulletin 1 May 2026

A protester charged after violent unrest in Alice Springs; A briefing underway on potential new military action against Iran; And in sport, Ricky Stuart offers support to Melbourne Storm coach… [...]

Iran warns of "long and painful strikes" as US war deadline fast approaches

Iran is threatening "long and painful strikes" on US regional positions if the United States conducts any new attacks on their soil. As a deadline fast approaches for US President… [...]

Calls for calm in Alice Springs | SBS News In Easy English 1 May 2026

A daily 5-minute news bulletin for English learners and people with a disability. [...]

'A new historic chapter': First direct US-Venezuela flight in seven years touches down

"It's going to make life so much easier," a passenger boarding the return flight to Miami said. [...]

Calls for calm in Alice Springs following the death of a child | Midday News Bulletin 01 May 2026

Calls for calm in Alice Springs following the death of a child; South Korea and Australia agree to strengthen co-operation on energy; The first draw of the 2026 AFL season. [...]

INTERVIEW: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to SBS about the antisemitism Royal Commission report

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson in the wake of the release of the interim report by the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social… [...]

Iran's supreme leader signals plans to maintain control of Strait of Hormuz

In a statement, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei suggested "legal rules and new management" of the strait will benefit the region. [...]

Man arrested following death of five-year-old girl in Northern Territory | Morning News Bulletin 01 May 2026

Man arrested following the death of a five-year-old girl in Northern Territory; UK raises threat level to severe; In Formula One, Oscar Piastri looking forward to the Miami Grand Prix. [...]

Andrie recorded a podcast on military influence — then came an acid attack

In Indonesia, an acid attack on a prominent activist has pushed concerns over military power and justice to centre stage. [...]

The bleak reason this rental house in Adelaide is the only one of its kind

The single room is the nation's only rental that someone receiving JobSeeker payments can afford. [...]