SBS News In Depth

SBS News In Depth

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.

Episodes

Iran's Supreme Leader accuses Israeli government of triggering a war

June 13, 2025 • 5 mins
Iran and Israel have targeted each other with airstrikes early on Saturday after Israel launched its biggest-ever offensive against its longtime foe in a bid to prevent it from developing a nuclear weapon.
Mark as Played

'The Deep Sea cannot become the Wild West'

June 13, 2025 • 4 mins
Australia has joined 96 other nations at the United Nations Ocean Conference in France to push for a global treaty to end plastic pollution. It comes as a landmark agreement, designed to protect marine life in international waters, is on track to be ratified by the end of the year.
Mark as Played

When a good deed becomes a privacy disaster: a sperm donor speaks out

June 13, 2025 • 8 mins
Four months after a fertility clinic data breach, a customer feels uninformed about the investigation, and how it affects him and a donor-conceived child. Meanwhile, their family histories of medication and mental illness are being shared online by cyber criminals. A warning to listeners, this story contains some explicit language.
Mark as Played

A war-time missile struck her family. In Australia, Jasmina achieved her goal to help save others

June 13, 2025 • 8 mins
More than 30 years after war ravaged Bosnia and Herzegovina — leaving over 100,000 dead and a legacy of trauma — a surgeon who arrived in Australia as a refugee reflects on an incredible journey to fulfill her childhood dream.
Mark as Played

Petrol prices may rise 12c per litre following Iran attack

June 13, 2025 • 6 mins
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Shane Oliver about the impact of the rising tensions in the Middle-East and Iran as oil prices surge and the flow on for motorists.
Mark as Played

Israel bombs Iran and Trump takes on LA

June 13, 2025 • 26 mins
Israel says it is defending its very existence with massive, pre-emptive strikes on Iran; Senior Israeli ministers are sanctioned by Australia; and Donald Trump calls in the national guard, setting up a showdown with California’s governor.
Mark as Played

Israel launches strikes against Iran, killing Iran’s Revolutionary Guard leader

June 13, 2025 • 3 mins
Iran has vowed to retaliate after Israel attacked multiple cities across the country, including Tehran. Israel says the airstrikes were targeting nuclear facilities, with Iranian media reporting the leader of its Revolutionary Guards Corps is among those killed in the attacks.
Mark as Played

US federal judge issues restraining order on Trump over deployment of National Guard in California

June 13, 2025 • 4 mins
A United States federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order directing President Donald Trump to return control of the National Guard to California. The order says the deployment of the Guard was illegal, violating the Tenth Amendment and exceeding Trump’s statutory authority.
Mark as Played

Only one survivor in deadly Air India plane crash

June 12, 2025 • 5 mins
A multinational investigation is underway into the Air India plane crash which killed all but one passenger on board. Indian police say at least 265 bodies have been recovered from the crash site - and the number could rise even further, after the plane hit a medical college hostel when it landed.
Mark as Played

Australia says there's no Plan B as Trump admin puts AUKUS under review

June 12, 2025 • 6 mins
The United States has announced its AUKUS defence pact with Australia and the United Kingdom has been placed under review. Australian government is projecting confidence that the US will maintain the deal, which is set to provide nuclear submarines to Australia by 2032. Critics argue the Trump administration has provided a chance to exit the controversial $368 billion deal.
Mark as Played

Finfluencers put on notice & oil prices soar on supply fears

June 12, 2025 • 17 mins
Oil prices climbed almost 5 per cent overnight as US-Iran tensions escalate, so Rhayna Bosch speaks with Vivek Dhar from the Commonwealth Bank to find out why and what it means for petrol prices, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets for his take on the latest sharemarket moves, while Alan Kirkland from ASIC explains why it has joined other global regulators to target so called, finflu...
Mark as Played

CHOICE study doesn't diminish sunscreen's importance in melanoma capital of the world, advocates say

June 12, 2025 • 7 mins
A new report from consumer advocacy group CHOICE has found only four out of 20 popular sunscreen products actually meet their claims of sun protection. The findings have sparked concerns among consumers. But experts and advocates say putting on sunscreen is still important for skin cancer prevention.
Mark as Played

Summers, dreams, heartbreak and hope: Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson dies

June 12, 2025 • 6 mins
Brian Wilson was the Beach Boys co-founder and architect of the California sound, Famed for Pet Sounds and his emotional depth, he leaves a lasting legacy despite a life marked by personal struggles.
Mark as Played

Migrants reflect on life in Australia, 50 years after fleeing Timor-Leste

June 12, 2025 • 3 mins
This year, SBS marks 50 years of broadcasting, providing an important service to multicultural Australia through promoting inclusion and delivering in-language information. It's also the 50th anniversary of the biggest wave of Timorese migration to Australia. Fleeing conflict, the community has established its roots across the country while maintaining its language and traditions.
Mark as Played

Socceroos look to 2026 after sealing World Cup qualification

June 11, 2025 • 3 mins
The Socceroos have qualified for the World Cup again with their victory over Saudi Arabia. But eelings are mixed between celebrating what's been achieved, and wondering how to take the next step.
Mark as Played

Jetstar Asia to close & ASX200 hits another record despite slowing global growth

June 11, 2025 • 16 mins
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Josh Gilbert to find out why the Australian sharemarket hit another record for a second day, despite slowing global growth, plus Rhayna Bosch takes a look at why Qantas is shutting down its Jetstar Asia unit with Ellis Taylor from Cirium.
Mark as Played

INTERVIEW: The persistent employment struggles of refugees

June 11, 2025 • 9 mins
A significant new report has been released by the Australian Institute of Family Studies tracking the long-term employment struggles faced by refugee workers. Sandra Fulloon spoke to report author John Van Kooy about his team's findings.
Mark as Played

Albanese government defends sanctions on two Israeli government ministers

June 11, 2025 • 7 mins
Australia has imposed sanctions on two members of the Israeli government, taking the action alongside four other nations. The move has been welcomed by some, but there are concerns it will impede the ongoing peace process.
Mark as Played

Here's what new Buy Now, Pay Later regulations mean for you

June 11, 2025 • 8 mins
Buy Now, Pay Later providers like Afterpay and Zip have been hit with new government regulations, but what does that mean for the roughly 40 per cent of Australians who use the products? The new laws classify the products as a form of credit, requiring responsible lending obligations, credit checks and further protections for customers.
Mark as Played

Vietnamese radio fans celebrate SBS 50 anniversary

June 11, 2025 • 3 mins
This year, SBS is celebrating 50 years of service, playing a crucial role in connecting communities throughout Australia and now broadcasting in more than 60 languages.The Vietnamese community is one of Australia’s largest migrant groups - significantly growing after the Vietnam War ended in 1975.This story produced in collaboration with SBS Vietnamese.
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

    Crime Junkie

    Crime Junkie

    Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.

    Ridiculous History

    Ridiculous History

    History is beautiful, brutal and, often, ridiculous. Join Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown as they dive into some of the weirdest stories from across the span of human civilization in Ridiculous History, a podcast by iHeartRadio.

    The Bobby Bones Show

    The Bobby Bones Show

    Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

Explore

iHeart

Live Radio

Podcasts

Artist Radio

Exclusives

News

Features

Events

Contests

Photos

Information

About

Advertise

Blog

Brand Guidelines

Contest Guidelines

Subscription Offers

Jobs

Get the App

Automotive

Home

Mobile

Wearables

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.