At least 12 people killed in Nigeria, Pope Francis says he supports civil unions for same-sex couples, and a possible coronavirus scare at last weekend's Bathurst 1000.

SBS News Outlook

AM bulletin 22 October 2020

With tobacco consumption by Australians at a record low, various health groups and experts are urging Australia not to become complacent while others want policy-makers to proceed with caution.

The Outlook: for smoking

Australians enjoy one of the highest life expectancies in the world and are staying healthier for longer, and while this can be seen as a great achievement of modern society, it also highlights what some say is a lack of planning in addressing this fundam

The Outlook: for ageing

The Federal Government has released the charter for the newly established Australian Space Agency, calling it the first step towards developing Australia's space economy into a $12 billion industry by 2030.

The Outlook: for space

The visit of Prince Harry and his wife Meghan was warmly received, but is there a nexus between support for the royals and the retention of Australia's constitutional monarchy?

The Outlook: for a republic

A rise in the number of people renting in Australia over the past two decades has triggered calls for changes to laws to better protect tenants.

The Outlook: for rental

This year has been one of the hottest and driest since records began, and the outlook for relief from the dry conditions is not promising.

The Outlook: for climate

Emerging technologies and Australians' growing disinterest in traditional media has many news organisations scrambling for relevance. So how will this trend, and recent changes to the way Australia governs its media, affect the industry - and its consumers?

The Outlook: for the media

The Financial Services Royal Commission has focused attention on the superannuation sector, highlighting a need for more transparency for consumers as they look to the future.

The Outlook: for superannuation

A series looking at Australian life today and its possible future directions.

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