Gisèle Pelicot’s harrowing decade-long abuse, orchestrated by her former husband Dominique Pelicot, led to the conviction of 51 men in a historic French rape trial. Sex educator June Low unpacks the significance of this case, discussing the challenges of prosecuting systemic abuse and the broader implications for justice, survivor bravery, and societal attitudes towards sexual violence.

· UM professor faces sexual harassment allegations: This was after claims that he had sent nude photographs to several students, sparking outrage and renewed calls for stronger institutional responses to sexual harassment. With an internal investigation underway, the case raises urgent questions about student safety, hierarchal power structures and campus culture. Sharon Bong, Professor of Gender Studies School at the School of Arts and Social Sciences, in Monash University, shares her thoughts on the issue.

· Why education is key in the War on Sugar: Despite the government's intensified campaigns against sugar, experts argue these efforts fall short without systemic changes. Nutritionist Lee Zhi Ling explains how early education on nutrition, improved food labelling, and policies addressing food insecurity.

· Gender disparities in online safety risk: New research reveals boys are more vulnerable to social media dangers due to gender stereotypes that minimize their need for oversight. Associate Professor Dr Sabariah Mohamed Salleh, Head of Programme at the Centre for Research in Media and Communication of UKM weighs in.

· Inclusive malls for autistic kids: As malls introduce calming rooms and sensory pods to support autistic children, are these efforts meeting real needs? We speak to Desiree Kaur, founder of Project Haans, to hear how such facilities impact families and what more can be done to make public spaces genuinely inclusive.

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Produced by: Sudais Ferhard, Lee Chwi Lynn, Alia Zefri, Lim Sue Ann

Presented by: Lee Chwi Lynn, Dashran Yohan

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Tags:  sugar education,  youth in social media,  gisele pelicot,  rape trial,  autism centres,  inclusive spaces,  sugar tax,  gender disparity,  social media,  sexual abuse,  marital rape,