Sophie Bennett

Millions of people around the world observe Lunar New Year, but the way they celebrate can differ across countries and cultures. This year's date falls on January 29, with 2025 marking the Year of the Snake according to the Chinese Zodiac. At SBS, we asked some of our colleagues how they mark the…

Human Rights Watch has released its annual review of human rights practices around the world... and the organisation's report has found several practices are tarnishing Australia's human rights record.

With the holiday season fast, approaching many people will be preparing to pack up and head out on holidays. But researchers are calling on people to consider the sustainability of their trips with carbon emissions from the tourism industry on the increase. A study published in Nature…

Ten extraordinary audio recordings illustrating Australia’s cultural and political landscape have been added to the National Film & Sound Archive’s Sounds of Australia collection. The 2024 additions include the first Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Australian to use recorded sound to document…

The Australian Council of Social Service has released its Faces of Unemployment report for 2024.It outlines a "mismatch" between those seeking jobs and the number of entry-level positions available, and criticises "erroneous" support services.

Hearings to begin at the International Court of Justice in a landmark climate change case; Negotiators fail to reach an agreement on a plastic pollution treaty; The Matildas lose to Brazil in their second international friendly on the Gold Coast

Fashion, gambling and protests are all talking points at the annual event. How are perspectives on "the race that stops a nation" changing?

The Melbourne Cup has long been described as the race that stops the nation but can the annual horse race still lay claim to that title today? From concerns over animal welfare to gambling, the popularity of the race has steadily declined. However, with around 90,000 people expected to attend the…

Indigenous Senator Lidia Thorpe's vocal protest against King Charles has attracted global headlines. The Federal Opposition Leader is demanding she consider resigning from federal parliament, after the Senator accused the King of being complicit in genocide.

As Australia gears up to mark National Ride to Work Day (Wed Oct 16), cycling levels continue to fall. Just two in five bike riders use cycling to commute to their workplace, according to results from a survey conducted by the International Workplace Group. Now, industry leaders are calling for…