HOROSCOPES

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

For Wednesday, August 8, 2018 ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

You will be effective if you work in the arts or any kind of creative activity today, because you're full of original ideas. This also is a great day for sports.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)

Family discussions will be lively today! You will be enthusiastic about tackling home repairs or discussing family business matters.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)

Today you will say what you mean and mean what you say, because the Sun is lined up with Mercury in your house of communication! Yada, yada, yada.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22)

You have specific ideas about money today. These pertain to your job and how you want to earn money. However, they also might be about something that you own.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22)

You're on a roll today! You're ready to let the world know what your ideas are. This is a strong day to give a public tal

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22)

Research of any kind will go well today, because you won't stop until you find what you're looking for. You'll be like a dog with a bone.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22)

Your ability to deal effectively with groups, be they small or large, is tops today. You will speak with confidence because you are focused and clear.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21)

You will be forthright and strong when talking to bosses and parents today. They will listen! That's because you know what you want to say, and you will say it clearly.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21)

This is a great day to study anything, because your mind is focused and your concentration is clear. Furthermore, you want to learn something - yes, you're motivated!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19)

If you want to get to the bottom of something regarding inheritances, shared property or the wealth of your partner, this is the day to do it. You have a mind like a steel trap.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18)

Be prepared for direct, frank discussions with close friends and partners today. People are not going to softsell anything. They're going to say what they mean!

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20)

You're gung-ho and energetic to apply your brains and skills at work today. This is why you will speak up to others. You also will be skilful at training someone.

YOU BORN TODAY: You are responsible, realistic, stable and grounded. Others know they can rely on you. This year you are wrapping up a nine-year cycle. That is why it is a time of completion and taking inventory. Expect to say goodbye to people, places and possessions. The good news is, you are moving away from heavy burdens to something new and lighter!

Birthdate of: Princess Beatrice of York, royal; Alfred Molina, actor; Shawn Mendes, singer.