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March 31, 2026
Saheed Sunday Owolabi
March 31, 2026

Average petrol price in U.S. hits $4 per gallon amid Iran airstrikes

As of Tuesday, the price of petrol has increased between $0.25 and $1.34 across U.S. states compared to one year ago, with Arizona recording the biggest surge.

Americans buying fuel
March 31, 2026

Iranian War: Thousands of U.S. Army paratroopers arrive in Middle East

Over the weekend, about 2,500 Marines arrived in the Middle East.

U.S. paratroopers
March 30, 2026

Japa: Canada increases permanent resident application fees for Nigerians, others

According to the IRCC, applications received on or after April 30 will be subject to the new fees.

Canadian flag (credit: Konga)
March 30, 2026

Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse paintings stolen in three-minute museum heist

The stolen collection is estimated to be worth $10.6 million.

Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse paintings
March 30, 2026

Pakistan to vaccinate over 45 million children against polio

In addition to polio vaccination, the children will also receive supplementary doses of vitamin A to boost immunity and support overall health.

Vaccination in Pakistan
March 30, 2026

Israeli lawmakers expected to vote on controversial death penalty bill

Opponents see it as racist because it would effectively lead to the executions of only Palestinians.

Israeli lawmakers
March 30, 2026

Global energy price surge costs citizens over $100 billion amid Middle East conflict: Report

The report said the public has been forced to incur between $104.2 and $111.6 billion in additional energy costs within one month of the Middle East conflict.

Oil Barrels
March 30, 2026

Air Canada CEO to resign amid backlash over LaGuardia crash comment

Canada has two official languages, and most companies, including Air Canada, are mandated to use both in official communications.

Michael Rousseau
March 30, 2026

UK’s PM to meet business leaders as Trump mulls seizing Iran’s Kharg Island

The discussions at Mr Starmer’s 10 Downing Street office are expected to focus on Iran’s ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer