Humanity is hitting the upper limit of life expectancy, according to a new study.Advances in medical technology and genetic research—not to mention larger numbers of people making it to age 100—are not translating into marked jumps in lifespan overall, according to researchers who found shrinking longevity increases in countries with the longest-li…

A group of young Aboriginal women is helping to keep traditional bush medicine alive in Australia. They hope their Bush Balm remedy will also be a reminder of home for kidney patients from their community undergoing dialysis in the city.Using an ancient rock, Tamara Stewart is crushing leaves in her kitchen. She’s preparing a healing balm called “i…

Once again, it's the hay fever season! We asked Dr. Aiko Tomita of Midtown Medical Clinic how we could manage those annoying allergy symptoms. - 鼻がムズムズ…目がショボショボ…喉がイガイガ…そんな方いませんか？ 今まで大丈夫だった人でも急に花粉症に悩まされることがあるんだそう！

SBS Japanese began on Melbourne's ethnic radio station 3EA in August 1981. Yoko Davis, one of the first presenters and worked for the Japanse community for over 20 years, passed away on the 31st of October, aged 78. We spoke to Yoko's daughter, Sian. - 1981年8月からメルボルンのエスニック・ラジオ局 3EA で始まった SBSラジオ日本語放送。最初のプレゼンターの一人で20年以上活躍されたデービス洋子さんが10月31日に亡くなられました。7…

U-S president Joe Biden pledges a peaceful transition to the incoming Trump administration. Listen to our weekly news wrap. - アメリカ中央銀行総裁は、大統領選挙でのドナルド・トランプ氏の勝利は、短期的には中央銀行の決定に影響を及ぼさないとしています。1週間を振り返る週間ニュースラップです。

料理講師・都丸真由さんが担当する毎週金曜日のコーナー『オーストラリアで食べる』。第80回目では、美食の国レバノンから代表料理を紹介します。

Melbourn musician late Richard Andrew Listen to Naomune Anzai's segment. - サウンドエンジニアの安齋直宗さんが担当する『Music File』。第535回目のアーティストは、リチャード・アンドリューです。今年10月30日逝去しました。

The California state Senate passed a measure on October 11 to prevent gas prices from spiking in a state where it is notoriously expensive to fill up at the pump.The proposal, backed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, would give energy regulators the authority to require that refiners keep a certain amount of fuel on hand. The goal is to try to keep …

Every Australian citizen who is on the electoral roll can be called up for jury service. But what is involved if you get called to be a juror? And what is the role of a jury? - 選挙人名簿に登録されているオーストラリア国民は、誰もが裁判に立ち会う「陪審員」として召喚される可能性があります。 陪審員に選ばれた場合、どのようなことが起こるのでしょうか？また、陪審員の役割とは何でしょうか？

Listen to the News from today's live program (1-2pm). - 午後１時から放送されたラジオ番組のニュース部分をお届けします。2024年11月7日放送。

Donald Trump recaptured the White House on Wednesday - 11月5日に行われた選挙の結果を受け、トランプが次期大統領として再選出されました

To cheers and applause from kids wearing spacesuits and star-studded T-shirts, a tree was planted in California that is out of this world.The so-called "Moon Tree"—grown with seeds that were flown around the moon—was wheeled out in a wagon accompanied by several students carrying shovels to help dig its new home at Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary …

The first of seven key swing states has been called in the U-S presidential election, with Donald Trump projected to win North Carolina. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a lack of trust in his handling of Israel's ongoing military operations. - アメリカ大統領選挙では激戦州のひとつノースカロライナ州でトランプ氏が勝利を確実にしまし…

Australia is facing a skills shortage. So why are migrants struggling to find work in line with their education and experience? - 技能人材不足に直面するオーストラリア。海外での教育や経験を活かした仕事になかなか移民が就けないのはなぜでしょうか。

The song of this week is 'Drop' by Ataayo. This song is the main theme song for one of the latest TV series in Japan. - 今週の J-Pop Hub では日本の最新ドラマのエンディングテーマソングから、あたらよの「雫」を取り上げました。

Opal miners in Queensland, Australia are concerned about the future of their industry as the land they source the gemstones from is being converted into a national park.The Queensland government bought the land with a 21-million-Australian-dollar anonymous donation.For the past thirty years, Robbey Vinnicombe has been looking through red dirt in se…

Listen to the News from today's live program (1-2pm). - 午後１時から放送されたラジオ番組のニュース部分をお届けします。2024年11月5日放送。

As AI continues to evolve, the line between human and machine is blurring in the art world. One artist has taught a robot to copy her brush strokes so they can paint together.D.O.U.G. is a machine created by Sougwen Chung. The artist has built and programmed this AI system to work alongside them, creating paintings together. Over the years, it has …

Federal public servants have told a parliamentary committee it would likely take at least a decade for Australia to have a nuclear industry in operation. - 連邦公務員は、オーストラリアの原子力発電事業が開始にこぎつけるまでには、少なくとも10年はかかると最新の公聴会で報告しました。

Flood survivors in Spain have hurled mud at the Spanish royal couple, expressing anger at the poor management of the nation's deadly natural disaster. Israel says it has carried out a ground raid in Syria to seize a man they claim is a Hezbollah operative. - スペインでおきた大規模洪水で被害を受けた人々が国王と王妃に泥を投げつけ対応の遅れへの　怒りをあわらにしました。イスラエルがシリアで地上襲撃を行ったと明らかにしました。…

A prisoner of war may not be what he seems in 'Homeland'. A journalist takes on a crime boss in 'Tokyo Vice'. Bonds are everything in 'My Brilliant Friend'. Here are all the shows coming to SBS On Demand in November. (SBS On Demand) - 世界のTVシリーズや映画を無料で楽しめる SBS On Demand。今月配信作品のハイライト、そしてすでに配信が始まっている日本の作品から１つを紹介します。…

On the coastal island of Lamu, off Kenya’s east coast, workers are turning plastic waste into furniture, even boats.Lamu is contending with mounds of plastic waste—some washed up on its beaches, others created by its own population.“We are collecting the waste plastic around Lamu archipelago, and we process those ones to make boats, furniture, and …

The All-American denim is all about being Japanese in the town of Kojima, whose main road is aptly named “Jeans St.,” with real pairs of pants flapping like flags overhead.Denim is the heart and soul of Kojima. Some would call this spot in southwestern seaside Okayama Prefecture the mecca of jeans, where fans from around the world make their pilgri…

Most of the world’s raw materials and everyday goods that are moved over long distances—from T-shirts to televisions, cellphones to hospital beds—are packed in large metal boxes the size of tractor-trailers and stacked on ships. A trade group says some 250 million containers cross the oceans every year—but not everything arrives as planned.More tha…

Gregor is the winner of this year's Music Victoria Awards in the Best Album category. Listen to Naomune Anzai's segment. - サウンドエンジニアの安齋直宗さんが担当する『Music File』。第534回目のアーティストは、先週のミュージック・ビクトリア・アワーズで、ベストアルバム賞を受賞したグレゴー。

An anti-abortion advocate banned from South Australia's Parliament. Listen to our weekly news wrap. - 人口妊娠中絶に対して反対運動を繰り広げていた活動家が、南オーストラリア州議会への出入りを禁止されました。1週間を振り返る週間ニュースラップです。

In this episode, Mayu shares her beloved Spanish appetisers, including recipe for Spanish-style pan con tomate recipe. Listen to the episode. - 料理講師・都丸真由さんが担当する毎週金曜日のコーナー『オーストラリアで食べる』。第79回目では、スペイン料理「パンコントマテ」レシピが紹介されました。

Food labels that say “sell by” or “best before” are misleading because they have no universal meaning under current laws. Now California wants to crack down on such practices, bidding to help consumers stop playing guessing games with produce and other items in their fridges.The state is the first to ban food labels such as “sell by” or “best befor…

The Japanese media franchise, Hello Kitty, has generated billions of dollars over decades. With over 50,000 product lines sold in more than 130 countries, the Hello Kitty brand has transcended language and cultural barriers to reach its 50th birthday. But what accounts for the enduring appeal? - 日本を代表するキャラクターと言っても過言ではないハローキティ。1974年に誕生以来、130を超える国々で5…

Did you know that one in five children is at risk of dying from a disease that is now preventable through vaccination? Australia’s vaccination program helps to prevent severe outcomes from many childhood infections. To access family support payments—and in some states, childcare services—your child must be fully immunised according to the national …

Listen to the News from today's live program (1-2pm). - 午後１時から放送されたラジオ番組のニュース部分をお届けします。2024年10月31日放送。

Divers and marine experts found no evidence of a major fuel spill on a Samoan reef after a New Zealand navy ship ran aground and sank, Samoa's deputy prime minister said.All 75 people on board the HMNZS Manawanui evacuated safely as the boat foundered about a mile off the coast of Upolu, Samoa. The ship was one of only nine in New Zealand's navy an…

Before coming to Australia, Miku Sunaga was studying to become a teacher, prioritising study over football. However, she always had a part of her that couldn’t give up on the sport she loves. She is still shocked by her debut in professional football. - 須永未来選手は今季Aリーグ・ウィメンに参戦する日本人選手の一人です。NSW州のNPLリーグでは今年、最優秀選手にも選ばれています。…

Learn how to communicate when using public transport, particularly when there are disruptions. - 公共交通機関の利用時、特にダイヤに乱れている時に便利なフレーズやボキャブラリーを学びましょう！

The principal of the Melbourne primary school at the centre of a fatal accident has spoken publicly for the first time. The United States has urged Israel to reconsider legislation that bans UNRWA from operating within its borders, or the Palestinian territories. - 昨日、メルボルンの小学校に車が衝突し、一人の男子生徒が死亡した事故で小学校の校長が初めてコメントを発表しました。イスラエル国会が、UNWAHによるイスラエル国内やパレス…

Ayako Ohtake, a Sydney-based Japanese soprano singer, hosts monthly music segment called VIVA! Opera for SBS Japanese. - 先週10月25日は2019年から始まった「世界オペラの日」。ビゼーなど有名作曲家の誕生日でもあります。これにちなみ、ビゼーのオペラ「真珠採り」より、最も美しい男性デュエットと称される友情の二重唱を取り上げました。

In a stretch of Northern California known for scenic shorelines and celebrated vineyards, a battle is brewing over the future of the region’s animal farms.Residents in Sonoma County, which is home to half a million people north of San Francisco, will vote this fall on a ballot measure aimed at putting an end to large-scale contained animal agricult…

Israel bans the UN agency UNRWA. Listen to the News from today's live program (1-2pm). - イスラエル国会が、国連パレスチナ難民救済機関UNRWAの国内での活動を禁止する法律を可決しました。午後1時から放送されたラジオ番組のニュース部分をお届けします。2024年10月29日放送。

Australia's Governor-General is hopeful about Australia's future, despite conflict and difficulty dominating headlines. - 今年７月に就任したサム・モスティン豪連邦総督とのインタビュー。対立の激化や社会的結束（social cohesion）のほころびが話題になるなか、オーストラリアの未来に期待を寄せています。

A performance of Noh, a traditional Japanese art form, will be held in Sydney this month. We spoke to Motonori Umewaka, a Noh performer who will appear at the performance, and Sumiyo Egawa, who has been hosting a community Noh singing group in Sydney for 20 years. - シドニーで11月に日本の伝統芸能である能の公演が行われます。公演に出演する能楽師・梅若基徳（もとのり）さんと、シドニーで謡（うたい）の会を続けている江川純世（すみよ）…

For decades, Australia's country towns have relied on independently owned general stores. But some are now at risk of disappearing because of increased competition and economic pressures.The small South Australian timber town of Mount Burr is located in the heart of plantation forests. And if you want takeaway or food supplies, the only place avail…

As the United States presidential election approaches, Donald Trump’s personality seems to dominate the narrative, yet key issues remain at the forefront for many voters. Immigration and the economy, particularly inflation and cost of living, are top concerns, with Mr Trump tying these issues to Vice-President Kamala Harris, who he says failed to a…

It's that time of the year again. "The race that stops the nation", Melbourne cup is just around the corner! - 「国を止めるレース」みなさんはこの言葉、聞いたことはありますか？ メルボルンで毎年11月に行われる「メルボルンカップ」を形容した言葉です。

Australians with old phones will not be able to make calls or texts, as the major telcos shut down their 3G networks. The leader of the Queensland Liberal National Party, David Crisafulli, is set to be sworn in as the state's 41st premier by state governor Jeannette Young later today. - 国内の携帯キャリアが３Gサービスを停止するため古い携帯電話では電話ができなくなります。クイーンズランド州では自由国民党のデビ…

Our Tuesday segment, Australia Wide covers local events and useful community information from six cities across Australia . This week, Kylie Cuff reports from Darwin. On air 29 October 2024. - 国内各地の話題や情報をお伝えするコーナー、「オーストラリアワイド」。今週はダーウィンから、海里カフさんのリポートです。2024年10月29日放送。

A network of illegal drug sellers based in the U.S., the Dominican Republic and India packaged potentially deadly synthetic opioids into pills disguised as common prescription drugs and sold millions of them through fake online drugstores, federal prosecutors said.At least nine people died of narcotics poisoning between August 2023 and June 2024 af…

Streaming—and a pandemic—have radically transformed cinema consumption, but there is a growing number of mostly younger people contributing to a renaissance of LA’s independent theater scene. The city’s enduring, if diminished, role as a mecca of the film industry still shapes its residents and their entertainment preferences, often with renewed ap…

Australian multi-instrumentalist, composer and sound designer, Ollie Olsen passed away this month, after a long battle with multiple system atrophy (MSA). In this episode, Naomune played "Live in Tokyo, September 2000" as a tribute. - サウンドエンジニアの安齋直宗さんが担当する『Music File』。第533回目のアーティストは、今月他界した、オーストラリアを代表するマルチインストゥルメンタリスト、作曲家、サウンドデザイナーのオリー・オルセンさん。…

Video game maker Epic Games sued Google and Samsung, accusing the tech companies of coordinating to block third-party competition in application distribution on Samsung devices.At issue is Samsung's "Auto Blocker" feature, which only allows for apps from authorized sources, such as the Samsung Galaxy Store or Google Play Store, to be installed. The…

In this episode, Mayu shares a cold tomato soup gazpacho recipe she learned from her host mother in Spain. Listen to the episode. - 料理講師・都丸真由さんが担当する毎週金曜日のコーナー『オーストラリアで食べる』。第78回目では、真由さんがかつて留学していたスペインで、ホストマザーから教わったという、冷製トマトスープが紹介されました。