CT Gas Prices Climb As Us-israeli War On Iran Continues: What To Know
The US-Israeli war on Iran is fueling a massive surge in gasoline prices as fighting in the region continues to disrupt the global oil supply.
The national average price of gasoline climbed 23.2 cents over the past week to $3.68 per gallon, according to GasBuddy data released Monday, March 16. Prices are now 80 cents higher than mid-February and 66.1 cents higher than mid-March 2025.
As of Sunday, March 15, at least 1,444 people have been killed in Iran, while more than 18,550 have been injured, Al Jazeera reported.
"Consumers continue to feel the sting of rising oil, gasoline, a…
Travel Costs Surge Amid Us-israeli War On Iran: Here's How Much
The US-Israeli war on Iran is fueling a surge in travel costs, from rising airfares to higher prices for gasoline, dining, and entertainment.
Average travel costs in the US are 3% higher than in March 2025, according to a NerdWallet report released on Thursday, March 12. The personal finance company compiles its Travel Price Index, which combines federal Consumer Price Index data covering airfare, lodging, rental cars, restaurants, and entertainment.
According to Iranian officials, at least 1,348 people have been killed, and more than 17,000 have been wounded in the…
Norovirus Outbreak Sickens 150+ Passengers, Crew On Caribbean Cruise: CDC
A norovirus outbreak sickened more than 150 passengers and crew aboard a cruise ship during a Caribbean voyage.
The outbreak occurred on the Princess Cruises ship Star Princess, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday, March 12. Health officials said 104 of the ship's 4,307 passengers reported symptoms of gastrointestinal illness, along with 49 out of the 1,561 crew members.
The Star Princess departed on Saturday, March 7, and is scheduled to return to Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday, March 14. The main symptoms included vomiting and dia…
