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SBS News Updates
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A bulletin of the day’s top stories from SBS News. Get a quick rundown of the latest headlines from Australia and the world, with fresh updates each morning, lunchtime and evening.
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Federal govt and opposition deals on gambling, NDIS reform | Evening News Bulletin 18 August 2026
The federal government and opposition do deals on both gambling reform and NDIS reform; The nation remembers Vietnam War veterans; and in football, Mile Sterjovski leaves the Macarthur Bulls, just two months before the start of the new A-League season.
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Government to strengthen fuel reserves against future disruptions | Midday News Bulletin 18 August 2026
The Federal Government moves to strengthen Australia's fuel reserves against future disruptions; Brazil's presidential election campaign begins with Lula seeking another term; and in sport, Auckland confirmed as host of the first men's State of Origin match in New Zealand next year.
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Trump threatens Oman with military action | Morning News Bulletin 18 August 2026
Donald Trump threatens Oman with military action over Hormuz negotiations with Iran; Government faces crucial Senate vote on gambling advertising; Australia resists calls for major changes after its shock Test loss to Bangladesh.
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Deepfake investment scams surge | Evening News Bulletin 17 August 2026
Australians warned over a surge in deepfake investment scams; New minimum pay and conditions begin for gig delivery workers; Cameroon crowned African women’s football champions.
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Final hearing block begins at Royal Commission | Midday News Bulletin 17 August 2026
Social cohesion the focus of the ninth and final block of hearings at the royal commission; Debate over superannuation and early access; Australian swimmer Lani Pallister makes his.ory at the Pan Pacific Championships
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Iran offers bounty for killing or capture of US soldiers | Morning News Bulletin 17 August 2026
Iran's military announces a bounty for the killing or capture of US soldiers; Papua New Guineans to begin serving in Australia's defence force; And in cricket, Bangladesh hands Australia one of its most humiliating Test defeats.
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New South Wales leads on national gun buyback | Evening News Bulletin 16 August 2026
New South Wales leads the way on a national gun buyback scheme; The government puts the brakes on working holiday visa processing; Alex de Minaur powers into the next round of the Cincinnati Open.
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NSW set to become first state to begin new gun buyback scheme | Midday News Bulletin 16 August 2026
New South Wales set to become first state to begin new gun buyback scheme; safety concerns for a former interpreter for Australian forces in Afghanistan trapped in Pakistan; and Socceroo Nestory Irankunda signs a new contract with Portuguese club Sporting CP.
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Search for survivors after deadly earthquake in Indonesia | Morning News Bulletin 16 August 2026
Rescue workers continue to search for survivors after a deadly earthquake in Indonesia; bird flu strikes the protected little penguin population of Phillip Island; and in Rugby Union, the Wallabies storm to victory over Japan.
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Several people killed in an earthquake in Indonesia | Evening News Bulletin 15 August 2026
Several people killed in an earthquake in Indonesia; Kumanjayi Little Baby remembered with love at a service in Alice Springs; Bangladesh take a sizeable lead after their first innings in Darwin.
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PM expresses solidarity with people of Afghanistan on anniversary | Midday News Bulletin 15 August 2026
The prime minister expresses solidarity with the people of Afghanistan on the fifth anniversary of Taliban's takeover; the Alice Springs community comes together to farewell Kumanjayi Little Baby; and in cycling, American rider AJ August wins stage 2 of the Czech Tour.
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Luigi Mangioni admits to killing health insurance executive | Morning News Bulletin 15 August 2026
Luigi Mangioni admits to killing health insurance executive in US federal court; the largest mosque in regional NSW opens; and in sport, New Zealand withdraws support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
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Penny Wong warns about risks of calls for monoculture | Evening News Bulletin 14 August 2026
Foreign Minister Penny Wong issues a warning about the risks of calls for a monoculture; Iran says its war with the US will escalate to military action if conditions are not met; And in cycling, American Riley Sheehan wins the opening stage of the Czech Tour
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Anthony Albanese talks tariffs on call with Donald Trump | Midday News Bulletin 14 August 2026
Anthony Albanese talks tariffs in a phone call with Donald Trump; Consultancy group KPMG facing questions over whistleblower scandal at Senate inquiry; And in sport, The Wallabies make major changes ahead of their rematch against Japan.
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Besieged Palestinian families told to leave West Bank homes | Morning News Bulletin 14 August 2026
Besieged Palestinian families told to leave their West Bank homes ; The report into the government's proposed NDIS reforms is out today; And in sport, The Confederation of African Football says only elections can decide Gianni Infantino's future as FIFA president.
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Calls for whistleblower protections | Evening News Bulletin 13 August 2026
In this bulletin, calls to protect whistleblowers as David McBride is freed on parole, revelations drones are flying over restricted Defence Force air space. And in cricket, local boy Jake Weatherfield opens for Australia against Bangladesh in Darwin.
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McBride out on parole | Midday News Bulletin 13 August 2026
In this bulletin, jailed Whistleblower David McBride released from prison, Tasmania records its first case of the deadly H5N1 bird flu. And in Sport, Socceroos star Lucas Herrington signs a five-year deal in the English Premier League.
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Two Australians rescued from burning ferry off Indonesia | Morning News Bulletin 13 August 2026
Two Australians rescued from a burning ferry off Indonesia ; The government’s gambling reforms sent to the National Anti-Corruption Commission; And in sport, Geelong awaits an AFL decision over its concussion waiver saga.
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US warns Iran will be ‘blown away’ | Evening News Bulletin 12 August 2026
Tensions sharpen with Iran as the US says it has total control of the Strait of Hormuz; A One Nation candidate says being gay is a mental illness in a social media video; and in Rugby League, Brian To’o gets Penrith’s blessing for his move to the PNG Chiefs
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Fresh Ukrainian proposal to end war handed to US | Midday News Bulletin 12 August 2026
Australia joins push for 24-hour notice of missile tests after short notice of Chinese launch in July; Ukraine hands US a fresh proposal to end war with Russia; and in Rugby, Tolu Koula targets elite status ahead of 100th NRL game
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Death toll from Colombia quake hits 250 | Morning News Bulletin 12 August 2026
The death toll rises to 250 after Colombia’s powerful earthquake; Australia and Vietnam deepen military ties; And in football, Chelsea Women prepare for a high-profile clash with the A-League All Stars in Sydney.
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Desperate search as Colombian quake death toll exceeds 132 | Evening News Bulletin 11 August 2026
In this bulletin, Colombia’s earthquake death toll climbs to at least 132, interest rates are on hold at 4.35 per cent. And in sport, test cricket returns to Darwin as Australia takes on Bangladesh.
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Vietnamese president meets with PM as protesters rally | Midday News Bulletin 11 August 2026
In this bulletin, talks between Vietnam's president and Anthony Albanese, rollout begins for the first vaccines to protect birds against the H5 bird flu. And in cricket, the first test between Australia and Bangladesh is underway this week.
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At least 111 people dead after earthquake strikes Colombia | Morning News Bulletin 11 August 2026
At least 111 people dead after a powerful earthquake strikes Colombia; The Great Barrier Reef showing signs of recovery after a mass-bleaching event; Three football federations accuse FIFA's president of deception and call for new leadership.
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Pentagon orders US to produce more weapons | Evening News Bulletin 10 August 2026
In this bulletin, the Pentagon moves to boost weapons production as the Iran war drains US stockpiles, a near-miss at Sydney Airport sparks urgent talks with aviation chiefs. And in sport, Australian high jumper Izobelle Louison-Roe takes gold at the World Under-20 Championships.
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Police stumped by mystery remains in suitcase | Midday News Bulletin 10 August 2026
In this bulletin, police reveal a suspected female body found in a suitcase is not actually human, a warm welcome for Vietnam's president on his first state visit to Australia. And in football, La Liga president joins calls for the resignation of Gianni Infantino as head of FIFA.
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Israel rejects Donald Trump's 15-point plan for Gaza | Morning News Bulletin 10 August 2026
Israel rejects Donald Trump's 15-point plan for Gaza; Possible communications breakdown in near miss at Sydney Airport; And in cycling, Demi Vollering wins the Tour de France Femmes.
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Investigation into near miss on Sydney airport runway | Evening News Bulletin 9 August 2026
Investigation launched after a near-miss between two planes on the Sydney airport runway; 20-thousand evacuated in Canada as wildfires bare down on British Columbia; New South Wales pushes back against possible relocation of the 2028 NRL Grand final.
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Federal government launches campaign to end school bullying | Midday News Bulletin 9 August 2026
The federal government launches an ad campaign aimed at bullying in schools; Yolŋu Hip Hop star Baker Boy takes home three prizes at the National Indigenous Music Awards; And in sport, the Wallabies beat Japan in Osaka.
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Iran lists demands for Strait of Hormuz reopening | Morning News Bulletin 9 August 2026
Iran lists demands for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz; Bird flu found in native wild birds in New South Wales; And in cycling, Dutch rider Demi Vollering wins stage eight of the women's Tour de France.
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Government admits fuel prices higher than they'd like | Evening News Bulletin 8 August 2026
The Federal Government admits fuel prices are higher than they'd like; residents in Ceuta providing shelter for migrant children; Australia prepares to take on Bangladesh in a five-day cricket test in Darwin.
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A second day of delays for Sydney air travellers | Midday News Bulletin 8 August 2026
A second day of delays for Sydney air travellers; Thailand's government calls for stricter gun laws after a deadly school shooting; And in sport, former world tennis # 1 Ash Barty dusts off her racket one more time.
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Fourteen-year-old boy kills seven people in Thailand | Morning News Bulletin 8 August 2026
Thai police say a 14-year-old boy has killed at least seven people; Racism inquiry reveals almost 60 per cent of First Nations people experience racism at work; And in sport, FIFA's embattled Infantino gets some support.
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Several dead in Thailand school shooting | Evening News Bulletin 07 August 2026
The federal government insists a US military base is not planned for Western Australia; At least six people killed in a school shooting in Thailand; and in sport, Members of the 2016 Rugby Sevens Women’s team reunite
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US denies claims it’s running out of weapons | Morning News Bulletin 7 August 2026
Donald Trump denies US weapons shortages as the Iran war continues; Penny Wong in Fiji for a meeting of Foreign Ministers meeting; And in sport, European countries continue FIFA boycott, despite apology for plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.
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Government downplays speculation over gambling reforms | Evening News Bulletin 6 August 2026
The government downplays speculation it could ditch gambling reforms in place of making major changes; A baby seal has died as bird flu cases continue to rise; and in sport, Australia’s most admired sporting figures named
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Thousands evacuated as wildfires grip northern hemisphere | Midday News Bulletin 6 August 2026
Tens of thousands evacuated as wildfires spread across the United States; A Melbourne shopkeeper dies after an alleged attack by young shoplifters; and in sport, Gianni Infantino apologises for errors, but remains FIFA President
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Seventeen people killed in Russian attacks on Kyiv | Morning News Bulletin 6 August 2026
At least 17 killed in Russian attacks on Kyiv; Government to consider Noel Pearson's call for First Nations funding overhaul; And in AFL, Essendon's interim coach Dean Solomon rules himself out of the top job.
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Bird flu threatens 300 species | Evening News Bulletin 5 August 2026
Bird flu threatens 300 species as Australia rockets past 100 cases; corruption watchdog reports serious and concerning conduct in Victoria's government; Carlos Alcaraz kept of the court again with an ongoing wrist injury.
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Damage to defence manufacturer investigated as terrorism | Midday News Bulletin 5 August 2026
Damage to Melbourne defence manufacturer investigated as terrorism; a mass funeral in Gaza for 112 Palestinians; Mitch Marsh helps Leeds Sunrisers set a record score in The Hundred.
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Police blame ‘far left extremists’ for Melbourne attack | Morning News Bulletin 5 August 2026
Police close in on those behind an alleged terrorist attack in Melbourne; Oil prices fall as hopes grow of a deal over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz; and in cycling, Tadej Pogačar confirms he will compete in the Vuelta a España for the first time in seven years.
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Betting companies reject claims of shocking tactics | Evening News Bulletin 4 August 2026
Betting companies reject claims of shocking tactics to target problem gamblers; Negotiations to reopen shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz; Alexandra Eala becomes the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA singles title.
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Iran and Oman discuss safe route through Strait of Hormuz | Midday News Bulletin 4 August 2026
Iran and Oman discuss safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz; The death toll from Venezuela’s earthquakes rises above six thousand; Matt King is named New South Wales Blues coach.
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Iran denies direct talks as Trump issues final warning | Morning News Bulletin 4 August 2026
Iran denies direct talks as Trump issues a final warning; Significant wildlife losses expected as bird flu spreads; And in sport, Perth gears up for an Italian football showcase.
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Australia confirms first H5 bird flu mass mortality event | Evening News Bulletin 3 August 2026
In this bulletin, Australia's first mass mortality event from the H5 bird flu confirmed; A Senate inquiry hears evidence on the use of predatory tactics by gambling companies; And in cycling, Lorena Wiebes wins stage two of the Tour de France Femmes.
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Negotiations between US and Iran due to resume shortly | Midday News Bulletin 3 August 2026
Trump says negotiations with Iran to begin in the coming hours; An emotional plea for help during missing persons week; and in sport, Repair work needed after controversial plan to sell stakes in Football World Cup scrapped
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First Nations envoy champions Indigenous knowledge | Morning News Bulletin 3 August 2026
First Nations knowledge in Australian foreign policy discussed at the Garma Festival; Two dead in firefighting helicopter crash in Greece ; And in sport, Calls for accountability after FIFA withdraws a proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup.
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Indigenous Affairs policy debated at Garma Festival | Evening News Bulletin 2 August 2026
Donald Trump calls off planned attack on Iran, citing progress in negotiations; Indigenous affairs policy debated on day three of Garma; Dutch sprinter Lorena Wiebes wins the opening stage of the Women's Tour de France.
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Several killed in mass shooting at Idaho In-n-Out | Midday News Bulletin 2 August 2026
Several killed in mass shooting at Idaho In-n-Out burger restaurant; Debate heats up at Garma over youth justice laws; And in sport, Australia set to top the Commonwealth Games medal table.
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