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Jesse Jackson: A Legacy of Courage and Conviction Ends at 84

Jesse Jackson led a lifetime of crusades in the United States and abroad, advocating for the poor and underrepresented on issues from voting rights and job opportunities to education and health care. Reverend Jesse Jackson, one of the most influential figures of the American civil rights movement, has died at the age of 84. A protégé of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Jackson dedicated more than six decades to advancing racial equality, economic justice, and voting rights. His family confirmed that he passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, surrounded by loved ones.  Jackson’s activism began in the 1960s, where he emerged as a powerful voice for justice and later became a two-time Democratic presidential candidate, breaking barriers for future generations of Black political leaders. Over the years, he continued to champion human rights globally and remained a steadfast advocate despite significant health challenges, including a diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy.  H...
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WestJet Mechanics Strike: Over 150 Flights Cancelled Ahead of Long Weekend

In an unexpected turn of events, WestJet mechanics have gone on strike, leading to the cancellation of at least 150 flights starting this Saturday. The Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) initiated the strike due to the airline’s “unwillingness to negotiate with the union,” making the strike inevitable. This move followed a federal government order for binding arbitration after two weeks of turbulent discussions with the union.

Calgary-based WestJet expressed extreme outrage at the mechanics’ actions and vowed to hold AMFA accountable for the stress and costs incurred. Last year, WestJet narrowly averted a strike during the May long weekend, but this time, over 20,000 travelers will be impacted by the cancellations.

As the Canada Day long weekend approaches, passengers are left wondering about their travel plans, while the airline grapples with the unexpected labor disruption.

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