The union representing nearly seven thousand Air Canada flight attendants says it has cancelled its planned strike for Thursday. The Canada Industrial Relations Board said employees have to remain on the job while the contract dispute is being reviewed.

The family of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit rejoiced news that he’ll return home. Shalit spent 5 years as a prisoner of war. He was captured when he was 19.

People in Gaza City also celebrated the news. The release is part of a prisoner swap between Israel and Palestine. Over a thousand Palestinians will also be freed.

The agreement was reached after an intense week of talks. Hamas leader Khaled Mashal called it a victory.

The Flatliners will be at The Underworld this Friday with Living With Lions, Broadway Calls & The Arteries. Chris Cresswell (vocals and guitar) of The Flatliners took some time to give Victoria and Evan a call on their newly renamed show; The Spirit of Punk.