Moon Alert

Avoid shopping (except food and gas) and important decisions from 6:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. After that, the moon moves from Cancer into Leo.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

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A positive day

This is a good day for you, especially if you work in the arts, the entertainment world, sports or education. However, it's also a playful, fun-loving day. It's Friday and you can choose your own adventure. Enjoy socializing. Meet the gang for happy hour.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

A so-so day

Play things low-key today because you are best served by working alone or behind the scenes. You might prefer to relax at home. A competition with a friend from your past or perhaps a member of a group might occur. Your faith in yourself will win the day.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

An average day

This is an energetic, fast-paced day! It’s also a popular day. You might be more involved than usual with creative, artistic people. (In fact, a friendship could turn romantic.) Meanwhile, you’re pumped with energy and ambition to boost your salary.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

An average day

Keep in mind that you make a great impression on others right now because the sun high in your chart is symbolically casting you in a flattering spotlight. This means it's easy to impress others, especially authority figures. Explore opportunities in publishing, medicine, the law, higher education and the media.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

A positive day

Today the moon is in your sign, which does two things: It can make you more emotional than usual. However, it can also slightly increase your good luck. This means this is the day for you to ask for favors or for permission. Try it!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

A so-so day

With fiery Mars opposite your sign now (along with Mercury retrograde), you might find your closest relatio