Inflation's hit its highest level in 12 months, according to the latest government figures.
The Economic Affairs Division says April's inflation rate stood at 1.3 per cent - a rise of 1 per cent on the previous month.
Over the past 12 months, oil and fuels leapt up more than 26 per cent, while driving lesson costs rose by almost 17 per cent.
But tea dropped in price by 20 per cent, coffee by more than 10 per cent and beer takeaways saw a 7 per cent decrease.
Coastguards and firefighters rescue boy from cliff
Coastguards and fire crews teamed up to save a boy who was hanging over a 36-foot cliff today.
12-seater ferry to Cumbria coming soon?
A new "minibus" ferry could soon be running from Cumbria to the Isle of Man.
Lifeboat launched to help fishing boat
Port St Mary's lifeboat crew was called to help a fishing boat earlier.
Smartmeter alert problem now fixed, says Manx Utilities
Manx Utilities says it's now solved problems that sent users false alerts about their smartmeter balance.
Merchant Navy Day marked this week
Merchant Navy Day will be marked on Island with a remembrance service for those who lost their lives at sea.
Filipino festival planned for Laxey
A huge celebration of the Island's Filipino community will take place in Laxey later this year.
Glen Maye requisition meeting scheduled
A requisition meeting will be held in Glen Maye next month.
Political satire is coming to the Gaiety Theatre in Douglas next week, just in time to poke fun at the general election.
