Astrology: Take a look at your daily horoscope

Happy birthday: for Friday, Oct. 26. This year you have the unique ability to combine an earthiness and an ability to see trends with a grounded, stable attitude and viewpoint. This combination can only help you. If you are single, you experience a lot of diversity when dating. You might not find someone like you, but you could find someone who seems to fit well with you. If you are attached, the two of you seem to give each other what you need at the moment. Accept your differences, as they make your bond more interesting. GEMINI knows how to pique your interest.

Aries (March 21-April 19): ★★★ Avoid dealing with a difficult associate. A misunderstanding could be building from out of nowhere. Try to blow off steam in a more caring way. You’ll find an associate to be quite supportive. Opportunities seem to follow you. Tonight: Swap this week’s stories with a loved one.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): ★★★★ Confusion sparks more confusion. Try to settle a problem before it becomes any bigger. You need to deal with this issue now, as it could become a major obstacle. A misunderstanding could pop up from out of nowhere, and is likely to involve money. Tonight: Speak your mind.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): ★★★★ Much could be going on behind the scenes. Confusion surrounds you while an innate misunderstanding is brewing. Once you are able to calm the situation down, opportunities seem to arise from out of the blue. Honor what you want and need to do. Tonight: Get into TGIF.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): ★★★★ Zero in on an early meeting, as much could be going on. You will need to stay in tune with what is being said. Many ideas seem to require your input. You might feel uncomfortable with someone’s judgment. Your creativity emerges when dealing with this person. Tonight: Out late.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): ★★★ You assume the reins of power in the morning. A good friend will coax you until you respond and go along with his or her ideas. Your caring ways positively affect others. Do not allow your feelings to get out of control. Be discerning in your choices. Tonight: All smiles. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ★★★★ Your grounded nature makes all the difference in how you react -- unlike those around you. You see trends and know that ultimately everything will end up being OK. Confusion could surround a conversation. Verify and clarify facts. Tonight: Say ‘’yes’’ to a special opportunity.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): ★★★★ Stay on top of news, especially if it comes from a friend or family member. You will gain a new perspective, though you might not choose to act on this knowledge right away. You will observe for a while before you make any decisions. Tonight: Take off as soon as you can.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): ★★★ You could feel out of sorts until midafternoon. A conversation is likely to open a door that has been closed until now. A lightness and easiness take over as a result. Start your weekend as you would like. Ask others to join you. Tonight: Let someone else make the first move.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): ★★★★ You might be weighing the pros and cons of a situation. You might not be sure if you want to become involved. Express your upbeat personality and ideas. Understand that you don’t have to walk down a specific path. You can say ‘’no,’’ if you so choose. Tonight: Accept an offer.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): ★★★ You might be scheduling appointments and simultaneously clearing your desk. You know when it’s time to move on. It appears as though several friends could be waiting for you. Don’t bail on what has become a regular happening. No excuses! Tonight: Fun surrounds you.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): ★★★★ You might opt to stay close to home until midday, when you feel ready to get into the weekend. Do not allow a family member to distract you right now. Your playful and lively spirit emerges by midafternoon. Can you be stopped? Only if you want to be. Tonight: Be a wild thing.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): ★★★★ Your patience could be tested. Frustrations might become intense. Allow your creativity to express itself. You will want to make today an early day. Speak to a friend before formalizing your plans, as he or she might have an intriguing suggestion or two. Tonight: Paint the town red. Born today: Singer/songwriter Keith Urban (1967), actor James Pickens Jr. (1954), actor Dylan Mcdermott (1961)