HOROSCOPES

What kind of day will today be? To find out what the stars say, read the forecast given for your birth sign. For Friday, May 12, 2017

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Double-check travel plans, because they could suddenly change today.You also might meet someone who is from another culture.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Make sure you know what's happening with inheritances and shared property today, because something unexpected might occur. Don't be caught off guard.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Someone close to you might surprise you today. Whatever it is might bring greater freedom to you in some way.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your job routine will change today for some reason. Something to do with high-tech equipment or new staff might create change that you have to deal with. Be ready for this.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Love at first sight might take place for some of you. Others will be delighted by an unexpected social invitation or something related to sporting events. Because the window of opportunity will be brief, you will have to act quickly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Something unexpected will take place at home or within your family today.You might buy something unusual or high-tech for your home. Or perhaps a spontaneous gettogether will occur? Stock the fridge.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) This is a fast-paced day full of detours and exciting changes! Even your mind is full of quickly changing thoughts and clever ideas. If you have time, write down some of these ideas.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You might see clever moneymaking ideas today. Conversely, if you are out shopping, you might spend money impulsively. Try to think before you part with your hard-earned cash.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Today you feel ambitious and independent. You have original ideas that you want to share with others. It's quite likely that you'll want to begin something new that appears to be exciting.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Something unexpected is going on behind the scenes. Whatever it is gives you hope and makes you eager for change.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) You will meet someone who is unusual today. This person might have new and different ideas that inspire you. He or she might even persuade you to think of your future in a different way.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) A parent, boss or someone in a position of authority will surprise you today. Just be ready for this. When responding, don't react without thinking.

YOU BORN TODAY: You are capable of great originality, which you can put to use because you are ambitious and hard-working. Your warmth and caring makes others like you. A new nine-year cycle will begin for you this year. It will open up many possibilities! You might start a new business activity or change residences. Open any door, because your future is in your hands.

BIRTHDATE OF: Lena Dunham, actress/filmmaker; Stephen Colbert, TV personality; Stevie Wonder, singer/songwriter.