SUNDAY HOROSCOPE

BirthdayGal: Actress Kathryn Hahn was born in Westchester, Ill., on this date in 1973. This birthday gal plays Raquel Fein on “Transparent” and Chris on “I Love Dick.” She also played Jennifer Barkley on “Parks and Recreation” and co-starred as Lily Lebowski on “Crossing Jordan.” On the big screen, Hahn’s film resume includes “Bad Moms,” “Tomorrowland,” and “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.” Aries(March21-April19): The competitive spirit is cranked up in the week ahead, but that doesn’t mean you must be cranky. Remain objective and don’t let your emotions rule your head as the week progresses. Taurus(April20-May20): Put social outings and purchases on hold the first half of the week. You are always delighted to have someone else along for the ride, but you might find that breaking the ice to make new friends is an uphill battle. Gemini(May21-June20): Polished manners will conquer a lack of enthusiasm from others. An air of formality may permeate social activities this week, but you will shine in a crowd. Cancer(June21-July22): As this New Moon unfolds, a heart-rending story may tug on your conscience but it isn’t wise to be too generous. Don’t be cornered into making a financial commitment this week. Leo(July23-Aug.22): The New Moon in your sign may motivate you to begin something new. You may feel more competitive than usual as this week unfolds. A partner may encourage you to lead the way, but others may resent your take charge attitude. Virgo(Aug.23-Sept.22): When you are upfront about wants and needs, you can strike a suitable compromise. In the week to come, new horizons may appear that you can aim for with simple changes in the way you communicate with others. Libra(Sept.23-Oct.22): You may have your head in the clouds, daydreaming of what could be. Today’s New Moon could very easily mark the beginning of a month in which you are more determined to achieve your goals. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Today’s New Moon could mark a new start in your pursuit of career objectives. In the week ahead, you may sort through impressions and insights gathered from numerous personal contacts. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You might be caught between a rock and a hard place in the week ahead. Be on your best behavior and give no one a reason to criticize your work or performance. You can’t spend money to make money. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It is best to keep your mouth shut when the fur is flying. Unsettling frictions could put you on your guard in the week ahead. A whisper of doubt might make you suspect that someone is not on the up and up. Aquarius(Jan.20-Feb.18): The New Moon in your opposite sign might illuminate relationship issues. The ability to communicate clearly is at its best during the next few days. Present your ideas and clear up ongoing issues . Pisces(Feb.19-March20): It isn’t necessary to compete on the job to command respect. In the week to come you may gradually grow to understand that the people you work with or meet in a group setting are all squares in the same quilt. ifJuly23isyourbirthday: During the upcoming six to eight weeks your business instincts are good if you have investments or financial gain in mind. In September and October you can enjoy yourself without restraint so that can be a good time for a vacation or to enjoy some new-found freedom from worry. Pass up something too good to be true in December when you could arrive at a crossroads. Because you may be torn two ways it is wise to have expert advice from trusted friends or advisors before you make any important changes or decisions. In any case, it would be best to sit on your hands and not meddle with anything of great importance as your judgment is very likely to be off center. By January things will run more smoothly.