HOROSCOPE

Note: Bigar’s Stars is based on the degree of your sun at birth. The sign name is simply a label astrologers put on a set of degrees for convenience. For best results, readers should refer to the dates following each sign. A baby born today has a Sun in Aquarius and a Moon in Aries.

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018 Aries (March 21-April 19)

You might feel as if someone in a position of authority is undermining you. As a result, you will want to stage a defense. Your best option is to reach out to loved ones. Tonight: Burn the midnight oil.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Complications can be avoided if you opt to let go of having a situation go your way. You could shock the other party involved with this behavior. Gain more insight into what motivates this person. Tonight: Out late.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Reach out for more information, especially if you’re forced to confront a challenging friend. You might want to figure out what is motivating this person. Detach. Ask someone else to play devil’s advocate. Tonight: Listen to a jam session.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

A partner makes demands that you might not want to meet. Don’t feel obligated. Honor your feelings, but be ready for a confrontation. You could be surprised by the actions of someone you look up to. Tonight: Paint the town red.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

A confrontation at work or in your daily life seems inevitable. How you deal with a partner could radically change as the result of what occurs today. Tonight: Out with a favorite person.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You might need to have a discussion with a loved one in order to reach a financial agreement. There has been substantial quibbling over a key issue. Tonight: Say “yes.”

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Know when the cards are stacked against you. Don’t try to fight city hall. Defer to others, and listen to what they have to say; they could surprise you with what they come up with. Tonight: Time to celebrate!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You might not have all the information you need just yet. Understand your limits, and ask for help from those who know more than you do. Avoid a power play at all costs. Tonight: Get plenty of R and R.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your creativity might be more important in achieving a goal than you realize. Go forward in a positive way with the expectation of jumping through any hoops that appear. Tonight: Ever frisky.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might not be able to convince a family member of how right you are. Recognize that this standoff is probably a no-win situation. Either refuse to get back into this argument or let it go. Tonight: Stay centered.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You have a lot on your mind, and you might want to share some of your thoughts with someone who is likely to be affected by what is happening. Be prepared for a strong response. Tonight: Share news.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You might want to defer to a friend or loved one who seems to understand a key issue much better than you do. Be smart and delegate. You will gain from recognizing your limitations. Try not to get hung up on who does what. Tonight: Stay within your budget.

Born Today

Actress Mariska Hargitay (1964), painter Georg Baselitz (1938), painter Edouard Manet (1832)