HOROSCOPES: OCT. 18, 2020

MOON ALERT: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 4:30 p.m. for rest of the day. The moon is in Scorpio.

IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: Actor Joe Morton (1947) shares your birthday. Others appreciate your intellect and thoughtfulness. You are dedicated and loyal to your loved one. This is an exciting year of change and new opportunities! You will encounter adventure and stimulating situations. If possible, (maybe not), explore opportunities to travel and expand your world through learning. Welcome change! Let your personal freedom be your goal this year.

Aries (March 21-April 19): This is a tough day dealing with bosses, parents, teachers and the police.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Rules and restrictions from foreign countries or far away might impact your health, job.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Difficulties with your kids and romantic relationships are likely today.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Be patient! It’s tough dealing with family and partners. You feel your hands are tied.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Today might seem restrictive because you want to break free from your rut but can’t.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When things are tough and we feel down, it’s temporary. Life will change. It always does.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Responsibilities that you feel with home and family or an authority figure are building up.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You feel like you have the weight of the world on your shoulders.

Courage! Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Money worries might get you down.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): This is a challenging day with authority figures. Your hands are tied.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You might feel frustrated with social media, politics, religion, racial issues. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Self-gratification conflicts with duty. But this will change for the better. It will.