It's the stuff of nightmares: you send someone you think you can trust a private picture, and then they threaten to release it unless you pay.

Sextortion cases are skyrocketing – in NSW they've risen 400% in just 18 months – and authorities say scammers are targeting teens.

Also, it's been six months since Israel declared war on Hamas and invaded Gaza. Is the conflict going to stop anytime soon?

Plus, we're meant to be saying see ya to 3G this year, but it could mean up to a million people won't be able to call triple zero.

Guests:

• Perry Duffin, crime reporter, Sydney Morning Herald
• Professor Ben Saul, United Nations Special Rapporteur