SBS Assyrian

In this bulletin, A candlelit vigil to be held at Bondi Beach this Sunday to honour the victims of the Westfield stabbing attack; The bishop stabbed at a Sydney church publicly forgives his attacker; And in sport, Brisbane's preparedness to host the 2032 Olympic games called into question.

Police declare church stabbing a terrorist act; Anthony Albanese praises a French citizen who fought off the Bondi attacker; And in AFL, Collingwood defender Nathan Murphy retires after repeated head knocks.

In his report, Naseem Sadiq discusses how Iraqis observed drone and cruise missiles soaring through the skies of Erbil, located in Northern Iraq. He highlights the successful interception by the American anti-missile defense system, which neutralized two missiles. Consequently, these intercepted missiles fell in Rawandoz, within the Kurdistan region, without causing any damage.

Joni Odisho is the president of the Athri Assyrian Centre. He talks about the future projects and activities including an Assyrian Book Exhibition to be held at Odessa hall in mid April this yrear

Professor Samir Johna, a Clinical Professor of Surgery at Bernard Tyson Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine, Loma Linda University, is also a poet versed in Assyrian and Arabic literature. Visiting Sydney from the USA, he's launching his book, "One Thousand and One Verses of Raweh," discussing his profound love for Assyrian art with SBS Assyrian.

Some Assyrian community leaders have voiced their perspective on the recent Church stabbing, which authorities are investigating as an act of terror. Reflecting on the gravity of the situation, these leaders convey their profound sorrow and sadness over the tragic event. They urge the community to remain composed and to trust in the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies. Their message emphasizes the importance of maintaining calmness and allowing the authorities to conduct their investigations unhindered.

An independent coronial inquiry is to be established into the Bondi Junction stabbing attack as the state government considers additional measures for security guards; and Scottie Scheffler wins his second Masters in three years.

U-S President Joe Biden says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is making a mistake in Gaza. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says "Australia will make the economy's future ". Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson praises Hayley Raso's resilience after win against Mexico.

Activist and media personality, Khlapieel Bnyameen, talks to SBS Assyrian about the speech he delivered at the Baghdad Deewan conference. He was invited by the office of Ammar Alhakeem, Leader of the Iraqi National Wisdom Movement, along with many Iraqi-selected politicians, unionists and social experts.

The third book published in Assyrian by Sydney-based writer, Youel Hawil, explores the vibrant tapestry of Gilani, a suburb in Baghdad where he was born. Entitled "The Chronicles of an Armenian of Gilani Camp", this latest instalment delves deep into the Assyrian and Armenian neighbourhood and the fabric of life, characters and community spanning from the mid-1920s to modern times. Hawil tells the stories of the people who shaped Gilani, offering readers a rich journey through its history.

Opposition leader Peter Dutton criticises the federal government's Made in Australia Act; the Greens say emergency migration laws will undermine multicultural Australia; and, in golf, Rickie Fowler returns to the Masters after a three-year absence.

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The Federal Opposition questions Penny Wong's call for the recognition of a Palestinian state; millions of Muslims mark the end of Ramadan; and the Matildas take on Mexico in Texas.

Benjamin Netanyahu says a date has been set for a ground invasion of Rafah; a total eclipse brings darkness to millions in Mexico, the US and Canada; and, in tennis, Alexei Popyrin advances to the second round of the Monte Carlo Masters.

In the early hours of 1 April, a brief electrical malfunction ignited a catastrophic fire within the Duhok Market. This blaze destroyed goods valued at over $1 million and caused major structural damage to local shops.

The Assyrian Democratic Movement's 45th anniversary coincided with Assyrian New Year celebrations. ADM - Sydney leader Emmanuel Sada and Johnny Younadam, previously associated with Abna-Alnahrain and now aligned with ADM, both said this was a significant step towards unity within the movement.

Compiling an English-Assyrian dictionary, Barutha, has been under way for 30 years. Unfortunately, its original author, Isho Barutha, passed away before its full completion. Now, the Barutha Assyrian Language Centre has announced the dictionary will be officially unveiled and launched on 17 April, 2024.

Every week, impassioned Australians take to the streets, raising their voices in protest on important issues. Protesting is not an offence, but protesters sometimes test the limits of the law with extreme and antisocial behaviour. The chance of running into trouble depends on where you’re protesting and how you behave.

The federal Nationals say $10 million fines for "badly behaved" supermarkets have come too late; new special adviser, Mark Binskin, to find "proper answers" on Gaza aid worker deaths; and, in the EPL, Manchester United dent bitter rival Liverpool's title hopes.

World Central Kitchen founder accuses Israel of intentionally attacking its aid workers; Rescue efforts continue in Taiwan after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake causes the buildings to collapse; And in sport, Perth Glory miss out on A-League Men's finals after 1-1 draw with Sydney F-C.