THE NIGHTLY FIVE: Albo fights back, Trump comes unstuck & COVID inquiry

LISTEN NOW: Could racist joke end Trump’s White House bid? Albo comes out swinging over flight upgrades, COVID inquiry, Apple Intelligence now available and Matthew Wade’s new gig after cricket revealed.

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On today’s show, Albo gets on the front foot over allegations he called former Qantas boss Alan Joyce to secure flight upgrades.

Why a racist joke could scupper Donald Trump’s dream of moving back into the White House.

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The long awaited COVID inquiry has dropped.

Also dropping today was Apple’s first foray into artificial intelligence.

And the retirement of former test wicket keeper Matthew Wade and his quick pivot into life after cricket.

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