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Your daily horoscope: March 12, 2026

  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY Don’t waste time trying to work out what you should be doing with your life, just jump in and let the flow of events carry you along. There is a reason for your existence and that reason will become clear over the next 12 months. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): You may be tempted to tell a friend or loved one what they want to hear today, just to keep them sweet, but is that such a good idea? If they find out later on that you were less than truthful with them it could damage your relationship. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): If you allow yourself to get too excited today you could take a wrong turning and end up some place that you don’t much enjoy. By all means have fun but keep a watchful eye on the people around you, because not all of them wish you well. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): If you push ahead with your plans in the face of serious opposition you will impress the people you work with to such an extent that they go out of their way to assist you. Every...
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Desperate Gazans Pay Thousands to Escape War-Torn Gaza: A Tale of Survival

 


In the heart of the Gaza Strip, where conflict and hardship have become a way of life, desperate Palestinians are resorting to extraordinary measures to flee the war-ravaged region. With their dreams of a better life hanging in the balance, they turn to private travel companies, paying exorbitant sums ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 US. These “travel coordination fees” serve as their lifelines, enabling them to cross the border into Egypt through the Rafah crossing.

The situation in Gaza has been dire for decades. Israel and Egypt jointly control the movement of goods and people, imposing a tight blockade since Hamas took control of the densely populated strip in 2007. For Gazans seeking an escape, obtaining permits from either country’s government is a labyrinthine process. The Rafah border crossing with Egypt has become their sole viable exit point, but it remains fraught with uncertainty and risk.

Amin, a young man with aspirations of studying business in Ottawa, found himself trapped when the conflict escalated. His Canadian student visa was rendered useless, and evacuation options were limited to Canadian citizens and their immediate families. Faced with no other recourse, he turned to an Egyptian travel company, paying the steep price to cross the border and embark on a perilous journey to safety.

The plight of these desperate souls underscores the harsh reality: survival often comes at a staggering cost. As the war continues to rage, Gazans cling to hope, their futures hanging in the balance, and their dreams of escape fueled by the promise of a better life beyond the border.


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