Leons Headlines March 9: World shares tumbled on Monday, with Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 index plunging more than 5%, after oil prices spiked at nearly $120 a barrel, driven by disruptions from the Iran war.
-Rising gas prices pushed regular gasoline in Brandon up to $1.44 per litre, despite MB having some of the country’s lowest prices just two months ago.
-Concern from the Brandon Chamber of Commerce as rising gas & diesel prices in Brandon are expected to drive up the cost of groceries & other everyday goods.
-MB MLA Ron Schuler has introduced Bill 214, the Official Time Amendment Act, which would eliminate MB’s twice-yearly clock change & keep the province on daylight year-round.
-The 2026 Brandon Home & Leisure Show wrapped Sunday at Keystone Centre, with organizers & vendors praising strong attendance & positive feedback from visitors.
-Brandon residents & Bps recruits raised over $21K for Special Olympics MB during the 2026 Polar Plunge, with 50 participants braving icy waters to support athletes with intellectual disabilities.
-Matt Dunstone captures 1st Brier title, defeating 4-time champion Kevin Koe & will represent Canada at worlds.
Time Change Debate rolls on in BC. Manitoba PC’s have introduced a bill to quit playing with the clocks. There’s always one work clock that refuses to follow the new time. BC residents are deciding if ending it will be heaven or chaos.
Oil Prices Surge. Oil prices are climbing fast, and everyone is gripping their wallets. Traders are sweating while the world watches the gas pump panic.
Gas Prices Affecting Food. Rising gas prices are making groceries feel like luxury items. Soon your dinner might come with a side of sticker shock.
Airline Ticket Jumps. If you think gas prices hurt, wait until airline fares hit the skies. Summer travel might require a second mortgage just to board a plane.
Flying in Canada. This hour’s bad airport announcements. Flying in Canada has never been so entertaining or confusing.
Earl Paul and the Beach. You love the beach, and Earl Paul loves it even more. He’s clocked more beach days than anyone can count, and he’s still going strong.
Food, Fun, and Love. Take good food, fun places, and mix in a bit of chaos, and you’ve got pure love. A chill restaurant plus an airport adventure equals a perfect recipe.
Real Life Hangover attempt leads to Flamingo Kidnapping in Vegas. A flamingo was kidnapped in Vegas, and yes, a Canadian was involved. Some animals just can’t escape the drama of humans. While it was an attempt at fun, it could lead to some super serious charges.
