SBS Assyrian

Dr Michelle Shamoell will join the Assyrian program as a regular contributor, providing informed reports and in-depth analysis on issues affecting the community. In this interview, we will take a closer look at her academic background, research and fieldwork experience, and the insights she has gained through her professional work. She will also share her broader perspective on the social, cultural, and academic dynamics shaping the Assyrian community in Australia today.

In this program; Interview with Dr Michell Shamoel about joining SBS Assyrian as a contributor: Feature about the European contries in regards to Greenland; feature about the recent shark attacks in Sydney.

Anthony Albanese hails anti-hate speech and gun reform; Jewish groups welcome anti-hate laws, urge stronger action on racial vilification; and in cycling, Watson wins Tour Down Under prologue as Vine stays in contention.

European leaders have condemned threats levelled by the United States to impose new tariffs on countries who don't cooperate with U-S ambitions to take over Greenland. U-S President Donald Trump has continued with his plans to acquire control of the Arctic island, prompting warnings about the future of NATO and transatlantic ties.

A man is in a critical condition after the third shark attack at a Sydney beach in less than 48 hours. It follows attacks on Monday and Sunday, in which an 11 -year-old boy's surfboard was bitten by a shark and a 12-year-old boy was critically injured and remains in hospital.

20 beaches closed across Sydney after three shark attacks in just over 24 hours; European nations prepare to meet over the US plan to take over Greenland ; and in tennis, Novak Djokovic makes history with his 100th Australian Open win.

Parliament recalled to debate legislation prompted by the Bondi terror attack ; the United States welcomes a ceasefire deal ending fighting in Syria ; and in tennis, US Open champion Emma Raducanu advances to the second round of the Australian Open.

A Jewish group urges changes and a delay to the government's hate speech reform. at least five people killed in Israeli air strikes in the Gaza Strip. and in sport, Morocco reaches the African Cup Final

Dr Daniel Sada, a respected general practitioner within the Assyrian community, spoke to SBS about the importance of new migrants and first-time parents ensuring their children are immunised against common viruses and diseases in line with the Australian National Immunisation Program

The U-S evacuate personnel from a mideast base as Trump mulls over military strikes on Iran ; Calls for Tasmania to support tougher gun laws at the federal level ; and in sport, Australia's Daniel Sanders ignores broken bones to battle on in the Dakar Rally.

The U-S evacuated personnel from a mideast base as Trump mulls over military strikes on Iran; calls for Tasmania to support tougher gun laws at the federal level ; and in sport, * Australia's Daniel Sanders ignores broken bones to battle on in the Dakar Rally.

In this program, the latest news, an interview with Homer Abramian about the situation in Iran, Dr Daniel Sada talks about children's immunisation and in Australia explained, How to cater for your dietary restrictions

Before the Islamic Revolution, Iran was steadily progressing toward becoming a modern, advanced nation under the Shah’s development plans and was regarded as a major regional power. Historian and writer Homer Abramian explains how the policies and missteps of the Islamic regime reversed these gains, leading to Iran’s economic decline and loss of regional influence. Homer also talks about his relationship with Prince Reza Bahlavi and his mother Queen Farah Bahlavi.

Kevin Rudd's resignation as US ambassador not related to run-ins with Donald Trump, the PM says; The Security Council holds an emergency session on civilian needs in Ukraine; and in sport, Cricketer Alyssa Healey speaks on her retirement.

Iranian state TV acknowledges "a lot of martyrs" after the U-N condemned the deaths from its crackdown on protests; Residents return to parts of Victoria ravaged in week-long bushfires; and in sport, Adelaide United denies allegations of homophobic treatment from Josh Cavallo.

The death toll rises in Iran as protests enter a third week ; One person confirmed dead in Victoria's bushfires ;and in tennis, a first-ever United Cup title for Poland.

Fire authorities warn Victoria set to endure extreme fire conditions amid an ongoing heatwave; The U-S says it's actively discussing buying Greenland; and in sport, Australia within sight of 4-1 Ashes series victory as the Sydney Test enters its final day.

In this program: Homer Abramian talking about the political situation in Iran; The global events that shaped the world in 2025; and, in Australia explained, your guide to camping in Australia.

Fire warnings issued as heatwave set to bring Black Summer–level conditions; Venezuela says death toll from U-S operation has risen to at least 56... and in motorsports, Australian Daniel Sanders retains overall lead in Dakar Rally motorcycle category.

Homer Abramian, is an expert on Iranian history and culture. He analyses the country’s demographics and the factors behind the uprising, dismissing concerns about national disintegration or the fragmentation of its ethnic communities.