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Note: Bigar’s Stars is based on the degree of your sun at birth. The sign name is simply a label astrologers put on a set of degrees for convenience. For best results, readers should refer to the dates following each sign. A baby born today has a Sun in Libra and a Moon in Scorpio if born before 5:53 a.m. (ET). Afterward, the Moon will be in Sagittarius.

Friday, Oct. 12, 2018 Aries (March 21-April 19)

Your strength might be tested early on. Others seem to be, and probably are, demanding more than they should. As you have your boundaries tested, review why they are established. Tonight: Do what you need to do.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You could feel unable to honor another person’s request. Give it a shot, and let the party know where you are coming from. You discover that working as a team is far more powerful than working alone. Tonight: Stay present in the moment.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You might not want as much information as someone gives you. Fatigue shapes up as a major issue. Tonight: Accept an exciting invitation.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You’ve been on a roll, yet at this time you need to catch up on a myriad of details. Don’t make a big deal out of this matter. Tonight: Join a pal for dinner.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You’ve maintained remarkable self-restraint when dealing with a roommate or family member. You decide to let go and worry less. You leap into a much happier mindset. Tonight: Make the most of the moment.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You’ve given 100 percent of your energy to a certain project and to keeping communication flourishing. Your efforts certainly stand out, even if you don’t like the results. Tonight: Order in.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Keep a conversation going, and don’t shy away from what is being said. Sometimes you might not like what you hear, but that doesn’t mean you need to close down. Tonight: Go out with friends.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Curb a need to be possessive. Sometimes you experience intense jealousy. Know your limits. Understand what is impossible to accomplish. You cannot control anyone but yourself. Tonight: Lie low, at least for a little while.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You might be overthinking a situation, replaying it over and over in your head. You could feel as if you are finally getting somewhere. You need to be more spontaneous. Tonight: Others greet your impulsiveness with a smile.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might need to slow down and keep an eye on recent gains. You’ve expressed yourself in a tumultuous way. You need some time to consolidate recent gains before you head into another high-energy period. Tonight: Out among the crowds.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Your sense of direction and a need to experience a new situation drive you to join a group of friends. As open as you are to change, the need to have more security in other areas of your life is deep. Tonight: Start the weekend with a celebration.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You could be overly tired from staying on top of some pending changes. You might be eyeing a trip or signing up for a workshop. A change in how you view issues can eradicate the problem altogether. Tonight: Open up to different styles.

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