The man accused of abducting WA girl Cleo Smith will face court again, first Ashes test to get underway in Brisbane on Wednesday

The man accused of abducting WA girl Cleo Smith will face court again, high-profile trial of Ghislaine Maxwell is set to roll into its second week, investigations into how dangerous the new strain of Covid-19 is will be a top focus, the first Ashes test in Brisbane on Wednesday and News.com.au's Wenlei Ma with new shows and movies coming out next week.

The man accused of abducting WA girl Cleo Smith will face court again, high-profile trial of Ghislaine Maxwell is set to roll into its second week, investigations into how dangerous the new strain of Covid-19 is will be a top focus, the first Ashes test in Brisbane on Wednesday and News.com.au's Wenlei Ma with new shows and movies coming out next week.

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Find more of the world's best stories at news.com.au, on YouTube or join our WhatsApp channel - just look for news.com.au and hit follow

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Because the news should not be boring. The best stories, told by the world's best journos - right from our newsroom at news.com.au. Hosted by Andrew Bucklow. New episodes weekly and you can also watch on the news.com.au YouTube.

Because the news should not be boring. The best stories, told by the world's best journos - right from our newsroom at news.com.au. Hosted by Andrew Bucklow. New episodes weekly and you can also watch on the news.com.au YouTube.

Find more of the world's best stories at news.com.au, on YouTube or join our WhatsApp channel - just look for news.com.au and hit follow.

Because the news should not be boring. The best stories, told by the world's best journos - right from our newsroom at<a href="http://news.com.au"> news.com.au</a>. Hosted by Andrew Bucklow. New episodes weekly and you can also watch on the <a href="http://News.com.au">news.com.au</a> YouTube. Find more of the world's best stories at<a href="http://news.com.au"> news.com.au</a>, on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtWWry0cgjWi9C0Ye9sh6og"> YouTube</a> or join our WhatsApp channel - just look for<a href="http://news.com.au"> news.com.au</a> and hit follow.

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From The Newsroom: Where Is Dezi Freeman? Inside Australia’s Biggest Manhunt

Dezi Freeman disappeared after allegedly killing two police officers — and hasn’t been seen since. Is he hiding, being helped, or already dead? Former detective Dr Vincent Hurley assesses the evidence 

Dezi Freeman disappeared after allegedly killing two police officers &mdash; and hasn&rsquo;t been seen since. Is he hiding, being helped, or already dead? Former detective Dr Vincent Hurley assesses the evidence&nbsp;

Alive or Dead: The Search for Dezi Freeman 06/02/26

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From The Newsroom: Jonathan Van Ness on Queer Eye Drama and Aussie Stand-Up Tour

Ahead of their Aussie comedy tour, JVN spills on the explosive Queer Eye drama that made headlines worldwide, and reveals what’s on their backstage rider (hint: it’s way less diva than you’d expect).

Ahead of their Aussie comedy tour, JVN spills on the explosive Queer Eye drama that made headlines worldwide, and reveals what’s on their backstage rider (hint: it’s way less diva than you’d expect). If that’s not enough for you, they also reveal which song they used to hump pillows to. TMI?

Ahead of their Aussie comedy tour, JVN spills on the explosive Queer Eye drama that made headlines worldwide, and reveals what&rsquo;s on their backstage rider (hint: it&rsquo;s way less diva than you&rsquo;d expect). If that&rsquo;s not enough for you, they also reveal which song they used to hump pillows to. TMI?

Jonathan Van Ness: Hot, Healed and Honest 30/01/26

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From The Newsroom: I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here Jungle Secrets

Andrew Bucklow sits down with the stars of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! just before they head into the jungle.

Andrew Bucklow sits down with the stars of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! just before they head into the jungle. From who’s willing to shower nude on national TV to the unexpected family ties of one Aussie actress, the cast spills their pre-jungle secrets. But the laughs take a serious turn when Luke Bateman opens up about his gambling addiction and the darkest moment of his life, while Mia Fevola reflects on being slut shamed in the public eye. 

Andrew Bucklow sits down with the stars of I&rsquo;m a Celebrity&hellip; Get Me Out of Here! just before they head into the jungle. From who&rsquo;s willing to shower nude on national TV to the unexpected family ties of one Aussie actress, the cast spills their pre-jungle secrets. But the laughs take a serious turn when Luke Bateman opens up about his gambling addiction and the darkest moment of his life, while Mia Fevola reflects on being slut shamed in the public eye.&nbsp;

Nude Or Nah? I’m A Celeb Stars Spill Jungle Secrets 23/01/26

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