The World Today

The World Today is a comprehensive current affairs program which backgrounds, analyses, interprets and encourages debate on events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.

Allies respond to Netanyahu arrest warrant

Many of Israel's western allies say they will comply with arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defence minister Yoav Gallant.

11-22
27:47

PM condemns anti-Israel vandalism

Police are investigating a series of anti-Israel graffiti in Sydney's east. The Prime minister has condemned the vandalism.

11-21
25:27

Russia threatens nuclear response

Russia's threat of nuclear warfare has been described as unacceptable and irresponsible by several world leaders.

11-20
25:27

Alan Jones faces additional charges

NSW Police have revealed two additional charges have been laid against veteran broadcaster.

11-19
25:31

Alan Jones arrested

Veteran broadcaster Alan Jones was arrested at his home in Sydney following allegations he indecently assaulted, groped or inappropriately touched multiple young men over two decades.

11-18
25:28

Australia votes for Palestinian sovereignty

Australia has broken ranks with the US, backing a draft UN resolution recognising Palestinian sovereignty over natural resources in the Occupied Territories. 

11-15
25:24

Unemployment holds at 4.1 per cent

Australia's unemployment rate continues to defy the odds, holding steady at 4.1 per cent in October. It comes despite 13 interest rate hikes since May 2022, and a stalling economy; 

11-14
25:29

Wages rise 3.5 per cent

There's been further evidence of an easing in cost-of-living pressures.Official data shows annual wages grew by 3.5 per cent over the three months to September.

11-13
28:40

Is the US ready for an immigration crackdown?

US President-elect Donald Trump has announced the appointment of his so called 'border czar', as he ramps up promises to deport millions of undocumented immigrants. But how will the economy cope?

11-12
25:37

Vietnam veteran honoured with Victoria Cross

As Australia marks Remembrance Day, the bravery of an Australian soldier who fought in the Vietnam war is honoured with the Victoria Cross.

11-11
25:35

Democrats soul searching after election loss

President Joe Biden has addressed supporters after Donald Trump's convincing victory in the US election. How will history remember the Democrat leader?

11-08
24:29

Harris concedes to Trump in US election

Kamala Harris concedes defeat to Donald Trump, as the Democrats come to terms with the loss Trump's campaign are celebrating a convincing win.

11-07
24:34

USA Votes 2024

As tens of millions of voters head to the polls in the United States in what will be a close and highly consequential election between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump, we bring you the latest results, news and analysis.

11-06
24:57

USA Votes 2024

As tens of millions of voters head to the polls in the United States in what will be a close and highly consequential election between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump, we bring you the latest results, news and analysis.

11-06
30:13

Calls for Melbourne Cup re-boot

For more than 160 years, many Australians have celebrated the Melbourne Cup, but is that changing?

11-05
25:44

Labor's plan to wipe millions in student debt

Federal Labor plans to slash the HECS debt of millions of Australian students.

11-04
25:26

Death toll rises in Spain's flood disaster

Rescue efforts are continuing in Spain, as emergency services search for survivors from flash flooding.

11-01
25:09

Optus allegedly targetting vulnerable Australians

Optus has been accused of exploiting vulnerable Australians - including First Nations people and people with disabilities - allegedly selling them goods and services they didn't want or need.

10-31
25:27

Inflation drops to 2.8 per cent

There's evidence that the end to the cost-of-living crisis is in sight. Official figures show annual inflation is now within the Reserve Bank's target band, coming in at 2.8 per cent.

10-30
25:25

New fears over Gaza's worsening humanitarian situation

The Israeli Government to ban the United Nations agency UNWRA from operating in Israel, sparking new concern  for the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

10-29
25:34

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