Ben Lewis

1 week ago | sbs.com.au | Ben Lewis |Niv Sadrolodabaee

A ship bound for Gaza carrying humanitarian aid and activists was bombed by drones in international waters off Malta on Friday, its organisers said, alleging that Israel was to blame. Surya McEwen was preparing to join the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) ship, saying it was attacked just hours before he was due to board. The group published footage on Friday showing a fire on one of its ships. It showed lights in the sky in front of the ship, and the sound of explosions could be heard.

2 months ago | sbs.com.au | Ben Lewis

Key PointsGermany is holding a national election on Sunday 23 February. Germany's mainstream political parties have lost support while the far-right AfD gained ground in one of the last polls published before the election. With all parties refusing to work with the AfD, the poll suggests it will be near impossible for any two of the other parties to form a majority.

Nov 2, 2024 | sbs.com.au | Ben Lewis

As you drive into Dearborn, the golden dome of the Islamic Centre of America, the country’s largest Mosque, shines in the sun. Flying proudly in front of it, is the American flag. Dearborn is a blend of cultures, and North Africa. In 2023, it became the first Arab-majority city in the US. Normally, the community is a reliable source of votes for the Democratic party. But for people living in Dearborn, on 5 November is not a normal one.

Oct 30, 2024 | sbs.com.au | Ben Lewis

Key PointsThe most popular land crossing for migrants entering the US is near Nogales in Arizona, where the border wall ends. US citizens are often on hand, volunteering to welcome them with a warm drink and a friendly smile. Border Patrol officers also attend the area regularly to process those who have arrived into the country. It’s just past 5am and Randy Mayer is driving along rough dirt tracks at considerable speed, ascending and descending mountains we can’t see.

Oct 29, 2024 | sbs.com.au | Ben Lewis

Key PointsThe most popular land crossing for migrants entering the US is near Nogales in Arizona, where the border wall ends. US citizens are often on hand, volunteering to welcome them with a warm drink and a friendly smile. Border Patrol officers also attend the area regularly to process those who have arrived into the country. It’s just past 5am and Randy Mayer is driving along rough dirt tracks at considerable speed, ascending and descending mountains we can’t see.