Your horoscope
BIRTHDAY STAR: Actor Rory Cochrane was born in Syracuse, N.Y., on this day in 1972. This birthday star has made his mark in such films as “The Most Hated Woman in America,” “Argo” and “A Scanner Darkly.” He played Tim Speedle on “CSI: Miami” and Greg Seaton on “24,” and he currently plays Burt on “Reprisal.” Cochrane will next appear with Keri Russell in the upcoming horror movie “Antlers.”
Aries (march21-april19): Do what you must do as quickly and intelligently as possible. Rather than wasting time craving companionship, put your enthusiasm and energy to work on your own behalf.
Taurus (april20-may20): jealousy can sometimes be hard to recognize. Don’t mistake possessiveness for love or affection. Concentrate on learning how to do something that will improve your life. Launch worthwhile creative projects.
Gemini (may21-june20): Do some serious homework — you’ll be glad you did. You’ll best get to the heart of a matter when you examine the facts like a true detective. Let your inquisitive nature take over and start the process of discovery.
Cancer (june21-july22): Travel across the city in a car or across the universe in your mind. Broaden your understanding of places and people. A short trip with your mate or a partner can teach you something useful.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Put something in motion that will grow over time. You might have an opportunity to invest money for your future or to begin a project at work that will pay dividends in terms of recognition.
Virgo (aug.23-sept.22): Things often fall into place. Anything that is in your best interest to do will be easy to accomplish. Anyone who has your best interests at heart will be at your service, but those who don’t should be avoided for now.
Libra (sept.23-oct.22): Calm troubled waters. You have a good chance of resolving difficulties and arriving at an acceptable compromise. Pick up the phone and offer an apology if there has been a misunderstanding that should be cleared up.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):Gather knowledge from reliable sources before making a decision. To maximize progress, you must follow through on whatever stirs your passions without letting passions get out of hand.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):Keep moving in a positive direction. Physical activity will clear your head and perform a kind of magic that will banish worries or doubts. Work now to guarantee that you’ll have time for a pleasurable break over the weekend.
Capricorn (dec.22-jan.19): opportunities are meant to be seized. Once you’ve agreed to do something, follow through. Stick to the scheduled plan even if you might prefer to dawdle over activities with kindhearted friends.
Aquarius (jan.20-feb.18): If you work in a cubicle, it’s a good time to think outside your box. You can reach your most important goals by acting on spur-of-the-moment ideas. Watch your cash.
Pisces (feb.19-march20): Trust your judgment. Start a journey to find what you’re looking for. You may have unrealistic aims at times, but you can enjoy the company of those who share similar dreams and will support your efforts.
iffebruary28isyourbirthday: You may rush through projects during the upcoming two to three weeks. If you are in too much of a hurry to impress people with your expertise or authority, you might inadvertently create some hostility. In April, you have the vison and scope to make a success of business and financial ideas. Put your shrewdness to work for you in May, when the most important concern is your material well-being and financial security. Late June and July, when your social life pops, is an excellent time to relax with friends, enjoy weekend excursions or spend more time participating in community gatherings. Your fanciful, romantic side is in full bloom in October, making this a good time for an exotic vacation or a second honeymoon. December can bring a major change of heart, a shift in your goals or a unique situation.