All signs:

After 5 a.m. today we have the “all clear” to shop and do business.

ARIES (MARCH 21 — APRIL 19)

Today: You will not be casual in discussions about money. You will scrutinize everything carefully and get to the bottom of something if you are curious about it. Nothing will get past you.

Sunday: If you have to have a sensitive discussion with someone about shared property or an inheritance or how to divide something, this is the perfect day to do so. People will be reasonable, fair-minded and accepting of what is necessary.

This week: In the next four weeks, you’ll be intense about everything you do, especially your urge to improve yourself. You might meet someone who provokes you to scrutinize yourself. They might even challenge your values. It’s a favourable time financially and a good time to ask for financial support.

TAURUS (APRIL 20 — MAY 20)

Today: A conversation with a friend or partner will not be casual. Quite the opposite. You want to get right down to the nitty-gritty of things to know what happened where, when and why. Who was there? What did they say?

Sunday: Today you’re aware of the responsibilities of your closest relationships and are happy to be part of them. You understand the give-and-take necessary and you’re happy with the arrangement. You see this is how things work.

This week: This is your chance to learn more about yourself through your closest one-toone encounters. Examine these relationships to see where they do or do not fill your needs. And how well do you fill your partner’s needs? (Obviously, for your own benefit, you must be as good for your partner as he or she is for you.) This four-week window is an excellent time to explain important issues to others. Personally, you find it easy to express your affection for someone, which is why relationships will be cosy.

GEMINI (MAY 21 — JUNE 20)

Today: You might see ways to improve your job or any task you’re

doing. Similarly, you might see ways to improve your health. Whatever you do today will be thorough and precise, leaving no stone unturned.

Sunday: Co-workers are supportive and you’re supportive to them. Whatever you do will be reasonable and balanced. It’s a good day to make resolutions about your health — nothing too extreme. You want a regimen you’ll stick to.

This week: You’ll give more thought to how to manage your life and what responsibilities this entails. You’re ready to work and you want to be efficient and effective. Nevertheless, you have to work on behalf of someone else and might not get the credit you deserve. Give more thought to your health. You will be attentive to all kinds of details at work and in your personal life. Relations with colleagues will be warm and supportive. In fact, this is the perfect time to confront difficulties and talk things over. Guard against a tendency to overindulge in sweets.

CANCER (JUNE 21 — JULY 22)

Today: Your mind is playful. You’ll be intrigued by mysteries, whodunits, crime movies, puzzles and fun games. Flirtations and romance will also intrigue you.

Sunday: A romance or flirtation with someone older or more established might begin. If you are involved in creative projects, you will see how structure and form will blend with esthetics. You have creative discipline today, which allows you to work well with children.

This week: It’s party city for you. You feel free to express yourself and be who you are. You won’t let others push you around and you won’t boss them either. Your focus will be on recreation. Enjoy the arts, musical performances and sports, as well as playful times with kids. You’ll feel prankish, playful and will love mental games.

LEO (JULY 23 — AUG. 22)

Today: You might have specific ideas about how to introduce improvements at home or fix something. If so, you will not be moved by the opinions of others because you know what you want. Family conversations will be direct but deep.

Sunday: Whatever improvements you introduce at home today will be solid, practical and beautiful. You see what is necessary for happy family relationships and you’re willing to explore this. It’s a good day to sit down with others to find out what they want.

This week: For the next four

weeks, your focus is on your personal life and family (perhaps your parents). You’ll enjoy being at home more and will love to redecorate and make your home feel grander, fitting a royal Leo. You’ll do some repairs that need attention. Obviously, all this effort must have its rewards, which is why you will invite people over. Even though you’ll enjoy quiet hours at home, you’ll also love to entertain, especially to show off your stunning ideas. This strong emphasis on home will attract real-estate opportunities for some.

VIRGO (AUG. 23 — SEPT. 22)

Today: You’re persuasive today, which is handy for those of you in sales, teaching, acting and writing. You’ll know instinctively how to go for the jugular. You will sense exactly what you need to say to get the desired result.

Sunday: Look at your immediate environment to see how you can make things more attractive and function more smoothly. A discussion with someone older or more experienced might give you helpful ideas.

This week: This week you get busier and busier with short trips, appointments, spending more time with relatives and neighbours plus finding time to read, study and write more than usual. (Fear not because it will be fun busy.) You will love exploring intellectual ideas and conversations. You realize that you have overlooked the beauty of your everyday surroundings. Look around you.

LIBRA (SEPT. 23 — OCT. 22)

Today: You might see new ways to earn money or make money on the side. You might see new adaptations for something you own. In discussions about money and finances, you will be clear and sharp.

Sunday: It’s an excellent day for money and commerce. You see practical approaches to enhancing your wealth, perhaps through the arts and co-operating with others? You have an eye for beauty and someone probably wants your advice.

This week: You attract money and material possessions to you. This is a favourable window for financial negotiations. (Even borrowing money will be easy.) Investments, especially in art and objects of beauty, might be wise. Expect to spend more money on clothes, jewelry and art objects.

SCORPIO (OCT. 23 — NOV. 21)

Today: You have a love of mystery. You’ll find it easy to penetrate the surface layer of reality to get to the core of truth. You’ll enjoy studying psychology, astrology,

the occult or anything esoteric.

Sunday: Your emotional relationships are important to you today. It’s a good time to share with a loved one about what you expect from each other. Whatever you do today will be done with thoroughness and discipline.

This week: The sun, Mercury and Venus are in your sign. It’s your chance to recharge yourself for the year to come. It’s OK to be more self-centred. It’s your birthday. This is why you project yourself with more force than usual, making a fabulous impression on others. It’s a great time to buy wardrobe goodies. It’s also a wonderful time to make friends and socialize. Pleasure will rank above work. Enjoy your blessings.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22 — DEC. 21)

Today: You have penetrating insight combined with a strong focused mind, which is an excellent combination for doing research. It’s a great day to seek answers to old problems.

Sunday: Solitude in beautiful surroundings will please you.

You appreciate your own company and are content. You won’t feel lonely, quite the opposite. You’ll welcome a chance to relax and get in touch with ideas for the future.

This week: You love the outdoors and meeting new people. But now you’ll choose to be more private. You’ll be in touch with your subconscious mind and you need time alone.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22 — JAN. 19)

Today: When dealing with friends or groups, you will want to get to the bottom of things. You will not be happy with superficial chit-chat or slick explanations. You want to know how things work and who is responsible for what.

Sunday: Relations with someone older or more experienced are warm and reassuring. This person might teach you something. Alternatively, social interactions will be instructive. You might realize an important goal you want to achieve.

This week: Everyone wants to see your face. You’ll hang out with younger people as well as creative types. You might also be more involved with groups. The bottom line is you will socialize extensively. Please note: If you study the people you are with, you will learn something because they are a reflection of yourself. (What is true of you is true of your friends and vice-versa.) You’ll be loving and affectionate to others. This is also the perfect time to share your hopes for the future because their feedback will help you.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20 — FEB. 18)

Today: Authority figures might be impressed with your shrewd focus and assessment of things because nothing will get by you. In fact, your crime-solving abilities are remarkable.

Sunday: You’ll make a fabulous impression on bosses, parents and VIPS. They see you’re disciplined and talented. It’s also a good day for business affairs because you are focused on practicality, especially with things of beauty.

This week: A “spotlight” is shining down on you that is flattering, which is why people are impressed with you now, especially bosses, parents, teachers and even the police. Someone might seek out your advice about artistic matters like design, layout, office redecorating or PR work. Meanwhile, romance with a boss might begin.

PISCES (FEB. 19 — MARCH 20)

Today: You have strong opinions and you can persuade others to agree with you. Don’t proselytize or coerce someone into your way of thinking just because you can. Everyone’s entitled to their own take on things.

Sunday: You have the discipline to study and explore new ideas. You will also love to travel. It’s an excellent day to make travel plans. You have the patience to deal with red-tape details to make it all happen.

This week: More than any other time all year, you want to travel and expand your horizons. You’ll love to undertake a new course or hobby or intellectual discipline that allows you to learn something exciting. Some of you will be more involved with the law.

If your birthday is today: Actress Rebecca Ferguson (1983) shares your birthday. You’re fair minded, imaginative and open to new ideas. You’re also persuasive. It’s a year of fast action, change and new opportunities. Expect to meet stimulating situations. You’ll have chances to travel and expand your world plus learn new things. Embrace change. Let your personal freedom be your goal this year.

If your birthday is on Sunday: Actor John Krasinski (1979) shares your birthday. You’re creative, imaginative and compassionate. You approach life with enthusiasm. Service to others is your theme this year in terms of responsibilities to family as well as yourself. Take care of yourself so that you are a strong resource. Invest in the relationships you value. Tap into your personal creativity and hobbies.