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Investigation Discovery’s The Curious Case of… is coming back with a new set of episodes for season 2. While season 1 shared new insight and firsthand experiences from the people who knew most about the Natalia Grace case, the sophomore season is expected to keep viewers on the edge of their seats as the team dives into a handful of new surprising cases.
In anticipation of the show’s return, Us Weekly details what the true crime show is about, shares a glimpse into the cases that will be broken down and reveals when the new episodes will air.
Investigation Discovery Announces Season 2 of ‘The Curious Case of…’
Investigation Discovery announced that The Curious Case of … is coming back with eight new episodes in early 2026.
The new episodes promise to tackle bizarre cases filled with twists and shocking revelations as they’re told through first-hand accounts by those who know the stories best. Guided by legal analyst and expert Beth Karas, the new season will take an even deeper look into shocking crimes full of deception and obsession.
“When we launched The Curious Case of Natalia Grace, we never could have imagined how that story would take the world by storm, sparking headlines everywhere and even inspiring scripted versions on other platforms. The response was overwhelming and it quickly became ID’s highest-rated series, cementing its place as a cultural phenomenon,” said Jason Sarlanis, President of ID, said in a statement. “Knowing there were so many other ‘Curious Cases’ to tell, we expanded the franchise into an anthology that continued to captivate audiences and became our top-rated series of 2025. Now, with Season 2, we’re diving into even more stranger-than-fiction stories, each one a high-stakes puzzle full of twists, turns and unforgettable characters.”
Each episode promises to uncover deceit, greed and manipulation while proving the truth behind each mysterious case.
What Cases Will Be Discussed in ‘The Curious Case of…’ Season 2?
Following the success of season 1, the new batch of episodes will break down even more mysterious true crime cases.
The premiere episode will be called “The Curious Case Of… Death by Detox?” and will unpack the crimes of Dr. Robert O. Young after he created a platform amid the success of his pH Miracle book series.
The synopsis explained that Young’s pH Miracle book series pushed “an alkaline diet, the tentpole of which is an avocado-based green smoothie, that grows in popularity.” Young’s business quickly took off, and he found success selling books and holistic supplements. As his roster of wealthy, high-profile clients grew, his fans quickly learned that the health tips he was sharing weren’t the “miracle” cures he pitched them to be.
Other crimes that will be documented on the season will include one about a Russian woman who tried to steal the identity of a salon employee, an intense rivalry between two beauticians, a teacher who hypnotized his students that was faced with deadly consequences, a woman who committed several crimes while pretending to have cancer, a town impacted with several Tourette’s Syndrome diagnoses and a woman who took care of her late husband and sister’s corpses.
When Does ‘The Curious Case of…’ Season 2 Premiere?
Season 2 of The Curious Case of … will premiere on Monday, January 12, at 10 p.m. ET on ID, with each episode premiering weekly in the same time slot. Those who miss the live episodes will be able to stream them later on HBO Max.
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities in 2025
To celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities in 2025, the leaders of organisations of persons with disabilities and developmental organisations across Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi exhibited unity of purpose speaking with one voice to affirm that now is the time to act on the African Disability Protocol (ADP).
The ADP entered into being on 7 June 2024, establishing a legally binding framework to protect and enhance the rights of over 80 million persons with disabilities across the continent.
This milestone redirected responsibility from the continental level to individual national governments. The Protocol is now legally binding, and it is up to member states to ratify, adopt, and put it into action.
In a joint statement the leaders said across the three nations, they recognise that national policies and frameworks have made progress towards promoting disability inclusion.
However, they said millions of persons with disabilities still face barriers that prevent them from fully exercising their rights.
They called for the aligning of country efforts with the ADP is necessary for a full and enforceable approach to inclusion.
For example, the Protocol requires access to quality education at all levels, with reasonable accommodations and assistive technologies.
Yet today, countless children with disabilities in our countries remain out of school, not due to inability but because systems are designed without them in mind.
Read full statement below:
To mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities in 2025, we – leaders of organisations of persons with disabilities and development organisations across Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi – spoke with one voice to affirm that now is the time to act on the African Disability Protocol (ADP).
The ADP entered into force on 7 June 2024, establishing a legally binding framework to protect and promote the rights of over 80 million persons with disabilities across our continent.
This milestone shifted responsibility from the continental level to individual national governments. The Protocol is now legally binding, and it is up to member states to ratify, adopt, and put it into action.
Across our three nations, we recognise that national policies and frameworks have made progress towards promoting disability inclusion. However, millions of persons with disabilities still face barriers that prevent them from fully exercising their rights.
Aligning country efforts with the ADP is necessary for a full and enforceable approach to inclusion. For example, the Protocol requires access to quality education at all levels, with reasonable accommodations and assistive technologies.
Yet today, countless children with disabilities in our countries remain out of school, not due to inability but because systems are designed without them in mind.
The ADP calls to eliminate discrimination in employment and promote entrepreneurship for persons with disabilities. As it stands, unemployment rates among persons with disabilities remain high in parts of our region, perpetuating cycles of poverty and dependency that the Protocol could break. The Protocol guarantees the right to vote, contest for office, and participate in public affairs on an equal basis. Too many persons with disabilities in our countries remain excluded: their voices absent from decisions that affect their lives. These are not aspirations. They represent the difference between exclusion and inclusion, between poverty and productivity, between invisibility and citizenship.
Where things stand
In Zambia, years of advocacy have built momentum. The launch of the National Policy on Persons with Disabilities and Mainstreaming Guidelines in 2025 shows the government’s commitment to inclusion. However, without ratifying the ADP and submitting the required documents to the African Union, these efforts remain disconnected from the continent’s legal framework. We call on the Government of Zambia to complete ratification of the ADP without further delay.
Malawi has ratified the ADP, but the critical next step is to make it enforceable into law. The estimated 1.7 million people aged five and above who have a disability in Malawi deserve to fully enjoy the rights enshrined in the Protocol. We urge the Government of Malawi to prioritise this process and allocate resources for implementation.
In Zimbabwe, we stand at a historic moment. With a new Disability Act enacted in the month of November 2025. We call on the government to establish strong implementation mechanisms that ensure the law translates into real change.
These are not only administrative steps; they are life-changing decisions for millions of persons with disabilities. Every day of delay means more barriers to education, jobs, healthcare, and participation in public life that could have been removed.
We also call upon the Southern African Development Community (SADC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), Pan-African Parliament (PAP), and the African Union to exercise leadership in this critical moment. These regional bodies must:
• Actively support member states through the ratification, domestication, and implementation process
• Develop and fund disability inclusion programmes aligned with their own treaties and charters
• Lead by example by embedding disability inclusion within their own Secretariats, demonstrating commitment through accessible policies, meaningful representation of persons with disabilities in decision-making, and barrier-free operations
The human cost of delay
Behind every statistic is a person. A child denied education. A graduate unable to find work despite being qualified. A voter turned away from a polling station. A pregnant woman unable to access maternal care because the facilities are inaccessible. The ADP provides a clear roadmap to challenging these barriers. Political will must now match political rhetoric.
We represent millions of persons with disabilities whose potential remains untapped, whose voices remain largely unheard, and whose rights remain mostly unrealised. But we also represent resilience, expertise, and a vision of an inclusive Africa where no one is left behind.
Our task: To the governments of Zambia, Malawi, and Zimbabwe, to all partners, and stakeholders: ratifying and implementing the African Disability Protocol is not about doing people with disabilities a favour. It’s an investment in inclusive development that benefits everyone. It upholds constitutional promises of equality. It’s the right and smart thing to do.
Nothing About Us Without Us.
Signed by:
The RAD-P consortium
– Sightsavers – Africa Disability Alliance (ADA) – National Association of Societies for the Care of the Handicapped (NASCOH) – Federation of Organizations of Disabled People in Zimbabwe (FODPZ) – Zambia Federation of Disability Organisations (ZAFOD) – Albinism Foundation of Zambia (AFZ) – Federation of Disability Organizations in Malawi (FEDOMA) – Disability HIV & AIDS Trust (DHAT)
and
U4ADP consortium
– Leonard Cheshire Disability Zimbabwe (LCDZ) – Development Aid from People-to-People ( DAPP) Zimbabwe – Development Aid from People-to-People (DAPP) Zambia – Chesire Homes Society of Zambia – Development Aid from People-to-People (DAPP) Malawi – Human Rights of Women and Girls with Disabilities in Malawi (WAG-Disability Rights)
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Ladies love getting their hair done while on holiday, so we’ve compiled a list of some of the best places in the city to get it all done – from braids and weaves to balyage and blow outs.
Here are a few of our favourites places:
For Braids, Wigs, and Extensions
Afro Corner
This City Centre hair salon is your one-stop shop for braids, hair colouring, natural hair styling, and extensions. Professional stylists treat your hair with the care it deserves, ensuring you leave looking and feeling amazing!
ASANA is a high-end dreadlocks and natural hair salon founded in 2019 by friends Gugu Nonjinge and Nomahlubi Hewu. But it’s more than just a place for hair; it’s a community and a safe space where you can relax. Treatments include hot oil and scalp treatments for dreadlocks, deep cleans, and protein treatments for natural hair.
Looking for a wig supplier and expert installations? Ester Hair Salon offers that and more. It’s the spot for ladies to treat themselves, upgrade their looks, and leave feeling fabulous. Hair extensions and quality products complete your perfect style.
Location: No 32 St Georges Mall, Cape Town City Centre Website:EsterHairSalonSA
Afrosundae
Afro Sundae is all about natural hair done right. This Table View salon specialises in coils, curls, and kinks, giving every strand the love it deserves. Kids are welcome too, with gentle, fun treatments that make hair time a breeze.
With locations in Kloof Street and Sea Point, Excentric Hair Salon is all about pushing the boundaries. Living by the motto ‘Dare to be different,’ the team specialises in everything from precision cutting and advanced colour techniques to results-driven treatments. They’re constantly exploring the latest trends, like balayage, contouring, geode, rainbow, and unicorn hair.
With branches across Cape Town, Sorbet’s hairbars handle it all: cuts, colour, treatments, styling, extensions, and straightening. And with an in-salon nail, lash, and brow menu, you can get the full pampering experience and walk out with that unbeatable, ‘just-been-treated’ feeling. Location: Various locations in the city. Details here. Website:www.sorbet.co.za
Blue Lemon Hair & Beauty
“Good Hair Days, Every Day!” That’s the motto at Blue Lemon Hair & Beauty in Green Point. Step in and treat yourself to a full range of hair and beauty services, from blow dries and tints (parting, hairline, and roots) to highlights, Brazilian treatments, perms, and even gents’ cuts and colour.
Location: Shop 3, Portside, 41 Main Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa Website:www.bluelemonhair.com
Snippets Hair Salon
Balayage specialists in Claremont, Snippets Hair Salon turn every appointment into an experience. They’re warm, welcoming, and happy to accommodate German-speaking travellers. While you’re there, kick back with free Wi-Fi, and if hunger strikes, they’ll happily order from the sushi bar or Jack’s Bagel next door.
Location: 22 Dreyer St, Claremont, Cape Town, 7708, South Africa Website:snippetshairsalon.co.za
Marios Hair Atelier
One of Cape Town’s top hair salons, Marios Atzemoglou and his team have built a true hair sanctuary. Women, men, and kids are all welcome. The menu includes quick blow dry, balayage-Ombre, Bio-Ionic Japanese straightening, and Brazilian Keratin treatments.
Location: 2nd Exhibition building, 81 Main Rd, Green Point, Cape Town Website:marioshairatelier.com
Head Spas
Plush Head Spa
Inspired by viral trends and growing demand, Plush combines traditional head spa techniques with modern treatments and premium products. The treatment aims to bring deep relaxation, enhance scalp health, and promote overall rejuvenation.
Location: Unit A5, Office Park, Heron Crescent, Century Dr, Century City Website:www.plushheadspa.co.za
Headspace SA
Blending ancient Chinese techniques with modern wellness, this head spa in Claremont promotes deep relaxation and scalp rejuvenation. Guests can choose between a Mini Experience (perfect for those short on time) or the Complete Ritual for a full pampering session. The treatment includes two luxurious washes: one with a clarifying shampoo to cleanse, followed by a nourishing shampoo and hydrating hair mask. This is paired with a head massage, hydro steam therapy, and other calming elements.
The Claremont Head Spa is by appointment only, and it’s a treat for the whole family! Their Asian-inspired head and scalp treatments cater to women, men, teens, and kids. Whether you’re popping in for a simple blow dry, a dandruff detox scrub, or a traditional hair-growth scalp oil, they’ve got you covered. Guys swear by the Alpha Ritual.
Book ahead! Cape Town is in peak season (November to February) and can get busy. Reputable salons, especially those specialising in intricate work like braiding or complex colour, get booked up weeks in advance. Secure your spot before you arrive to avoid disappointment!
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