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

Inflation cools but rate rise risks remain

Australia's inflation rate eased in May, offering some relief to households, but sticky underlying price pressures suggest the Reserve Bank may not be finished with interest rates just yet

The US Senate passes a war powers bill to block military action against Iran

The US Senate has passed a war powers bill to block US military action against Iran. It comes as Tehran and Washington disagree over Iran's commitment to nuclear inspections, and the UN begins an evacuation of stranded seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz. A UN inquiry has also found Israeli authorities and security forces have deliberately targeted Palestinian children in Gaza and the West Bank.

World Cup: Ronaldo silences critics with a double; England stumble in goalless draw

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo silences his critics with a double goal at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, giving their side a 5-nil win against Uzbekistan. Harry Kane misses chances in England's nil-nil match against Ghana. Croatia's Ante Budimir makes a massive impact off the bench - leading Croatia 1-nil against Panama after half time. A late goal by Daniel Munoz lifts Colombia 1-nil against DR Congo. FIFA boss Gianni Infantino pushes back against the controversies around hydration breaks. And Socceroos' Mat Leckie set to miss game against Paraguay. Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this episode of World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she discusses if Portugal's Ronaldo has a chance to win the golden boot; and brings you the latest talking points on the hydration break controversy. 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: * Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo silences his critics with a double goal at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, giving their side a 5-nil win against Uzbekistan * Harry Kane misses chances in England's nil-nil match against Ghana * Croatia's Ante Budimir makes a massive impact off the bench - leading Croatia  1-nil against Panama after half time * A late goal by Daniel Munoz lifts Colombia 1-nil against DR Congo * FIFA boss Gianni Infantino pushes back against the controversies around hydration breaks * Socceroos' Mat Leckie set to miss game against Paraguay 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].

Deadly heatwave sweeps Europe as drowning deaths soar in France

Millions of people across Europe are sweltering through record temperatures, with 40 fatalities from drowning recorded in France the past week as residents seek relief from the searing heat. The UK has been issued with a red extreme weather warning and the extreme temperatures are expected to spread through eastern Europe in the coming days.

Why you should wait to lodge your tax return as SMSF rules change

With tax time approaching, ATO Assistant Commissioner Anita Challen explains why Australians should avoid lodging returns too early and how waiting for pre-filled information could help prevent delays and costly mistakes. Plus Stockspot CEO Chris Brycki speaks with Ricardo Gonçalves about how the latest changes to SMSFs may influence the sharemarket. With tax time approaching, ATO Assistant Commissioner Anita Challen explains why Australians should avoid lodging returns too early and how waiting for pre-filled information could help prevent delays and costly mistakes. Plus Stockspot CEO Chris Brycki speaks with Ricardo Gonçalves about how the latest changes to SMSFs may influence the sharemarket.