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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018: This year you encounter some unusual drama, and others respond to you in a big way. LEO has similar values to yours when it comes to money.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

★★★★ You have the energy and creativity to charm an associate, boss and/or loved one. You have a lot going for you right now. Tonight: Take a break.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

★★★★ You are more centered than you have been. A personal or domestic matter comes forward that you might have to deal with. Tonight: Dinner for two. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★

You could be surprised by everything you hear. Communication is very active right now. Follow your intuition with a boss or someone important. Tonight: Out late. CANCER (June 21-July 22)

★★★★ You might need to adopt a more practical view than you have as of late. You are likely to want to make a major purchase. Tonight: Midweek break.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★ You feel energized. Allow yourself to be more impulsive than you have been lately. Even if your plans backfire, you will land on your feet. Tonight: As you like it. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★

You might want to take your time when dealing with a loved one. You know how to elicit the response you want. Tonight: Make it an early night.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★★★★★ You want to be patient and caring; however, there is a sense of confusion around a work-related matter. Tonight: Catch up on a friend’s news.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★★★★ You could be exhausted by what is happening around you. You know what you want, but first you must attend to a certain responsibility. Tonight: Expect to be noticed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★★ Reach out to a loved one whom you care a lot about. You might hear news that could have you floundering and at a loss for words. Tonight: Accept an offer.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★★★★ Others listen to what you share. Know that you are likely to experience a strong connection to a key person in your life who often challenges you. Tonight: Opt for togetherness.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★★★★ You might find that a loved one wants to take charge right now. Your imagination seems to know no limits. Tonight: Listen to a pal’s news. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★

Pace yourself, and go for what you need. Be receptive to feedback from someone you care about, as he or she can be very practical and unusually creative. Tonight: Play it relaxed.