West Indies sovereign state at the southern end of the Grenadines
Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, 44, a physical therapist from Cary, North Carolina, has disappeared while staying at Grand Anse Beach in Grenada. Surveillance videos captured her last movements on July 22; authorities appeal to fishermen and coastal residents for sightings. Her husband has traveled to Grenada to assist with the search as the U.S. State Department monitors the case.
WestJet flight attendants have walked off the job over pay for duties performed while the plane is on the ground. CUPE 8125 says some ground work remains unpaid, while WestJet argues credit-hour compensation covers pre- and post-flight duties. A 72-hour strike notice has expired and negotiations continue, threatening further disruption for travellers over the long weekend.
A set of recent missing-person stories from multiple outlets highlight ongoing investigations. New appeals are being issued to locate those who are unaccounted for, with families seeking answers and closure after prolonged absences.