What's next for the Middle East as ongoing conflict shapes the region's future?

Super Platforms Face ASIC Scrutiny as the ASX Rallies Into Financial Year End

The ASX 200 rallied 0.7 per cent in a late-session surge ahead of the final trading day of the financial year, with tech stocks leading the gains. Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ASIC Commissioner Simone Constant about why the corporate watchdog says superannuation trustees must do more to protect members from high fees and risky investments on investment platforms. Plus, Kyle Rodda from Capital.com breaks down the day's market action and what investors can expect as the financial year draws to a close.

1300 heat-linked deaths: why experts say Europe is in danger when it comes to extreme heat

The World Health Organisation says more than 1300 deaths can now be linked to Europe's unprecedented summer heatwave. As the heat moves east, all-time temperature records have been broken in Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic. Experts say with global warming making heatwaves more frequent, severe, and deadly, Europe is particularly vulnerable when it comes to soaring temperatures.

Renewed fighting tests fragile peace deal for US, Iran

Just two weeks after the United States and Iran agreed to halt four months of fighting, renewed military exchanges are testing the fragile ceasefire. As tensions rise around the Strait of Hormuz, violence continues in Lebanon and Gaza, raising fresh questions about the prospects for lasting peace across the Middle East.

History for DR Congo, heartbreak for Iran and Round of 32 set

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 32 is set. England tops their group after two goals by Jude Bellingham and the Three Lions’ captain Harry Kane against Panama. Croatia are also through to the knockout stage after a 2-1 win over Ghana. Colombia and Portugal played out a nil-nil draw. DR Congo reaches the elimination phase for the first time, after emerging triumphant over Uzbekistan 3-1. It's their first ever World Cup victory - 52 years after their only previous appearance at the tournament. Algeria drew 3-all against Austria in a dramatic finish. Algeria’s captain Riyad Mahrez produced a moment of brilliance in the 94th minute - scoring a double in the match. Not long after, Austria's Sasa Kalajdzic equalised. Argentina delivered another statement performance with a comfortable 3-1 win over Jordan, Lionel Messi came off the bench to score the third goal. Australia now turns its attention to Egypt in Dallas next Saturday. Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this episode of World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she looks into the DR Congo’s historic comeback. Does Austria and Algeria's dramatic match affect Iran? And, will the Egyptian king be fit to face Australia? EXTENDED ABSTRACT FOR POD World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch. In this episode: * The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 32 is set * England tops their group after two goals by Jude Bellingham and the Three Lions’ captain Harry Kane against Panama * Croatia are also through to the knockout stage after a 2-1 win over Ghana * Colombia and Portugal played out a nil-nil draw * DR Congo reaches the elimination phase for the first time, after emerging triumphant over Uzbekistan 3-1 * Algeria drew 3-all against Austria in a dramatic finish * Argentina delivers a 3-1 win over Jordan, Lionel Messi came off the bench to score the third goal * Australia now turns its attention to Egypt in Dallas next Saturday * Does Austria and Algeria's dramatic match affect Iran? * Will the Egyptian king be fit to face Australia? From unforgettable moments, match highlights, emerging stars, FIFA politics, major controversies and the stories shaping the tournament, The 90+ brings you the key talking points from the FIFA World Cup 2026™ every day. For more on this series, follow The 90+ Podcast [https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast/world-cup-daily-the-90-podcast]. Get daily updates on the SBS News website [https://www.sbs.com.au/news] and follow SBS Sport on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/sbssportau], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@sbssportau], X [https://x.com/SBSSportau], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sbssportau] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sbssportau/] for all the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The FIFA World Cup 26ᵀᴹ [https://www.sbs.com.au/sport/fifa-world-cup-2026/how-to-watch] kicks off on June 12 (AEST) - with coverage starting for the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa from 4am (AEST) - and will be an exclusive broadcast on SBS in Australia. You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS [https://www.sbs.com.au/sport/fifa-world-cup-2026], SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand [https://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/fifa-world-cup-2026].

Desperation and frustration in Venezuela as the search continues for earthquake survivors

The death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela now exceeds 1400 as desperation grows in the search for survivors. Foreign rescue teams are arriving in the country to assist efforts as Venezuelans grow frustrated with an apparent lack of official presence.