SBS News In Depth

Is the Liberal Party a sinking ship? Retiring senator Jonno Duniam faces questions on migration, visa delays and his party's future.

As he prepares to leave federal politics, Liberal senator Jonno Duniam faces tough questions on migration, visa delays and the rise of One Nation. From AI regulation to his party's political future, he speaks to SBS News Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson.

In this episode;

Jonno Duniam's decision to walk away from federal politics.
The Coalition's tougher migration policies and skilled visa rules.
Australia's visa deal with India and family visa backlogs.
Is Australia falling behind on AI regulation and online safety?
The rise of One Nation and the Liberals' battle to win back voters.
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An alleged attack on well-loved regional MP Helen Haines leaves Australia grappling with the reality of political violence on its shores. We’re joined by SBS’ Canberra bureau to discuss the fallout for the community and the country’s political culture. Meanwhile, European cities are reeling from riots this week, especially across France. How will the unrest affect French presidential elections, and will it give Marine Le Pen’s right wing the edge it needs? We dive deep on what the US midterms mean for Trump’s presidency as campaigns ramp up. Plus, the unusual solution Chinese parents have found to deal with spoiled children.

In the Republican heartland of southwestern Arizona, growing disillusionment with Donald Trump is testing party loyalties ahead of the US midterm elections.

Some former supporters say they feel betrayed by his broken promises, raising questions about whether Republican candidates could pay the price.

In this episode:
What voters are saying on the ground in the Republican stronghold
How Hispanic voters plan to vote this midterm
The rise of political independent voters
How cost-of-living considerations are impacting voter choices
Will the Republicans lose votes because of growing dissatisfaction with President Trump and how significant are these midterms for the party?
SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.

Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.

Authorities and security agencies are warning that online radicalisation is growing and becoming more accessible in the country.

Warnings have emerged at a parliamentary inquiry examining the nature and drivers of radicalisation in Australia, with authorities pointing to a sharp increase in reports of pro-terrorism material online. So, how is technology and AI changing the threat - and what can be done to stop online radicalisation before it turns into violence?

In this episode:
What the AFP and other experts said at the parliamentary inquiry into the nature and drivers of radicalisation in Australia.
How AI is threatening rising online radicalisation, and amplifying extremist beliefs.
The number of children being subject to federal police investigations.
What the eSafety commissioner's office had to say.
SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.

Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.

Delays to power upgrades at NextDC's Melbourne site forced a sharp downgrade, raising questions for data centre investors.

A delay to power upgrades at a Melbourne site sent NextDC shares tumbling and prompted a sharp cut to its revenue guidance. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves examines what the setback could mean for the wider data centre build-out, with Luke Laretive of Seneca Financial Solutions. Plus, SpaceX reports a 161 per cent jump in quarterly revenue, with AI revenue up nine-fold, as Elon Musk floats a possible merger with Tesla. Tom Kennedy speaks with Dan Ives of Yorkville Ives about the result and the wider AI trade.

In this episode
What NextDC’s downgrade and share price fall could mean for investors in data centres
How community opposition and delays to power upgrades could affect data centre projects
What SpaceX’s results and growing AI revenue mean for the company and Australians with super exposure
The potential implications of a SpaceX and Tesla merger, and the risks around AI investment, debt and interest rates
SBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.

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