Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Taurus.
Happy Birthday for Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024:
You have a polished image and excellent social skills. You’re also clever, interesting and charismatic. This year is about exciting changes and increased personal freedom for you. Let go of anything that might hold you back. Seek out new opportunities. Be open to travel and meeting new friends.
ARIES
(March 21-April 19)
★★★★
Because you might want to shop for beautiful things, including antiques, do be aware of the limitations of the Moon Alert today. Many are tempted to shop for elegant items. You also might want to buy a gift for someone who is special. Tonight: Conversations. This Week: Happy, affectionate relationships.
TAURUS
(April 20-May 20)
★★★★★
This is a romantic day. (Be still my beating heart.) Enjoy the company of people who are special to you. You’ll also enjoy the company of children and creative artists. Pamper yourself with creature comforts and live the good life today; the timing is right. “More bubbly, anyone?” Tonight: Check your possessions. This Week: It’s a great week for romance!
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
★★★★
You might relax at home today, or you might enjoy entertaining. Redecorating projects also might interest you. You want to make your home more attractive and enjoyable. Perhaps you want to please someone special. Tonight: You win! This Week: Socialize, explore romantic opportunities, exercise.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
★★★★★
You feel warmhearted to others today. For some, a friendship might turn romantic — this is a romantic day. Meanwhile, your daily contacts will please you because you feel genuine affection for others today. You want the best for them. Tonight: Privacy. This Week: Entertain at home. Short trips and secret love affairs.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★★
You’re a generous person who is also theatrical and dramatic. This is why you might buy something over the top for a loved one today. However, you also might encourage others to be generous to someone who is less fortunate. This is noble. Tonight: Friendships. This Week: Schmoozing with friends, financial discussion and research.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★★★
Do something special for your main squeeze today. Meanwhile. Some of you also might fall in love with someone who is different. Your idealism is aroused today, which makes it easy to be affectionate and caring to someone. Tonight: You’re noticed. This Week: You’re strong. Finances look good.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★★
Like others, you will feel romance in the air today. This could be because of a secret love affair. You also might use your influence and the funds of others to benefit those in need. Tonight: Explore! This Week: A charming, romantic week! Old friends are back.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★★
This is a warm, friendly day! You will enjoy schmoozing with others. In fact, a casual friendship might turn flirtatious. You will also feel tenderhearted to a close friend or partner today. If you can help, you will. Tonight: Check your finances. This Week: Passionate, affectionate, romance. You’re popular!
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★★
People see you as attractive, gentle and caring. This is why you might use your position at work or connections with others to benefit those who are in need. (Remember: True generosity is giving what is needed.) Tonight: Listen. This Week: Friendships are flirtatious. You are admired.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★★
Today is oozing with amorous, romantic possibilities! Anything might happen. Incidentally, you are a sign who often falls in love with someone of an age difference. Even casual socializing will be memorable. A class act! Tonight: Work. This Week: Romance with an authority figure might blossom. Travel is promising.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★★
You’ll enjoy entertaining at home today. Some of you will prefer quiet time. Relationships are affectionate today in a gentle, romantic way. Do something special for your main squeeze. Tonight: Socialize. This Week: Romance with someone different is likely. Ex partners are in the picture.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★★
This is a lovely, romantic day! Relations with friends and partners are warmhearted and affectionate. Because you’re in this frame of mind, you also might meet someone new who is exciting and appealing. Fingers crossed! Tonight: Relax. This Week: Romance is passionate. Focus on partnerships.
BORN TODAY
Actor Alexander Skarsgard (1976), actress Blake Lively (1987), singer-songwriter Elvis Costello (1954)