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The Privy Council has ruled that Trinidad and Tobago’s laws punishing consensual same-sex activity are unconstitutional, overturning a 2025 Court of Appeal decision. The landmark judgment affirms the right to private, non-criminalised same-sex relationships and could influence similar cases across the Commonwealth.
WestJet flight attendants have ended their strike after CUPE 8125 and the airline have reached a tentative agreement that recognizes more pre‑ and post‑flight work and raises pay. The deal will go to a ratification vote; WestJet cancelled hundreds of flights and said about 250,000 travellers were affected over the long weekend.
Infantino is facing a leadership crisis as CONCACAF, UEFA and AFC push for his resignation amid a failed World Cup privatization plan. He is meeting Dominican officials while allies seek to rally support and counter moves to unseat him ahead of the March 2021 presidential election. FIFA has not commented on ongoing requests for change.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has faced renewed scrutiny as FairSquare’s complaints persist, with European bodies pressing for transparency and a fresh external review of the FFE plan. UEFA and others are seeking documents, while Infantino remains intent on a fourth term, with candidacies due next month.
The Mighty Sparrow, celebrated calypso icon Slinger Francisco, has died in New York after a brief illness. Born in Grenada and raised in Trinidad, he helped bring calypso to a global audience with hits like Jean and Dinah and Congo Man. His career spanned six decades, earning him legendary status.
The King and Queen Camilla will travel to the Bahamas, Guyana, Antigua and Barbuda for CHOGM, with a focus on addressing colonial legacy and the call for reparations. While government has not backed reparations, the royals will acknowledge the darkest days of slavery and renew commitment to addressing past wrongs.