Astrology: Take a look at your daily horoscope
Happy birthday: for Wednesday, July 29. Observant and concept-oriented, you are astute in sizing up those around you. This year, you embark on a project about a particular group. It will be a masterpiece. You will be called upon to defend it professionally. If single, you may be too busy to date until November. If attached, you are especially proud of your partner, and vice versa. You are protective of your family. CANCER is the most loyal.
Aries (March 21-April 19): ★★★ Today emphasizes social connections, teamwork and the news media. Transformations are evolving around you. Be flexible and observant. Questions of loyalty and legality can arise. By tonight any confusion should dissipate. Tonight: A new associate calls you to speak personally.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): ★★★★ The hand of fate is at work. Today ushers in a refreshing shift. Dreams and signs offer valuable guidance. Your thoughts might dwell upon mysteries and afterlife communication. Any shadowy undercurrents of tension fade. You are ready to move forward. Tonight: Back to the world.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): ★★★★ You’ll be able to extricate yourself from persons or situations that have been draining your energy and resources. Focus on what you would like to release. Reclaim your freedom in the peaceful light of day. Tonight: No more false starts with friendships or goals.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): ★★★ Observe how anger or stress can impact your wellbeing. Mild exercise can help restore balance and provide a wholesome release of aggravation. Wear a hat and sunscreen when outdoors in the summer heat. Tonight: Take a long, relaxing bath.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): ★★★★★ Today promises romance. This can involve contact with someone you knew long ago. Accept and issue invitations. Honor the love with an arrangement of sunflowers, your astrological flower. It represents following the spiritual light. Tonight: Have a sunflower party.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ★★★★ Family members share thoughts regarding the future. A real estate transaction, home repair or decorating project could need attention. Sentiment and memories are evoked. Today is beneficial for a healing ritual. Tonight: A family meeting and discussion over dinner goes late.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): ★★ You will be juggling a variety of different projects. A transportation need might be involved in this. A recurring situation involving a sibling or old pal needs attention. Clear communication holds the key to smoothing over any differences. Tonight: Positive affirmations are very effective.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): ★★★ Today can attract intriguing associates who don’t use the most sound financial judgment. Avoid overextending yourself with high-risk ventures. Advice offered by others should be considered carefully. Stay cautious and in survival mode. Tonight: Trust your own instincts over your compassion.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): ★★★★★ You approach life as a game to be played and won, and today you certainly win. A renewed zest for life is ushered in with favorable influences. This inspiring pattern continues all day. Leadership skills are strongly present. Tonight: Celebrate as only a Sagittarian can.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan 19): ★★★ Today creates an odd, unbalanced sequence of events. Be observant and flexible. Your intuition guides you past a dilemma. This also promotes creative expression through writing and communication or art. Tonight: Staying up late and burning the midnight oil.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): ★★★★★ It is a great day for networking. Trust your intuition regarding new acquaintances.
New types of associates are included in your social circle. You will explore many different options concerning your many goals. Tonight: Approach a new associate with the promise of friendship.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): ★★ Today favors enthusiasm and motivation, as well as some anger issues related to money. Hard work will bring financial rewards. Diplomacy is a must in coping with complex social situations. A touch of humor and tolerance helps you greatly. Tonight: Relax and unwind.
Born today: Actress Clara Bow (1905), anchor Peter Jennings (1938), director Ken Burns (1953)