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Record high gas prices expected for Labor Day weekend amid Iran conflict

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Gasoline prices are projected to be the highest on record for Labor Day weekend, surpassing previous highs from 2012 and 2022. This surge in fuel costs, exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in Iran, is impacting travel with airfare also significantly higher than last year. The elevated prices extend to consumer goods, with beef costs remaining stubbornly high, contributing to a general sense of increased expenses for the holiday period. AI

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Record high gas prices expected for Labor Day weekend amid Iran conflict

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