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Birthday Gal: Actress Peyton List was born in Boston today in 1986. This birthday gal played Jane Sterling on “Mad Men” and played recurring roles on “Blood & Oil,” “The Flash,” and “90210.” She’s also appeared on “Law & Order: SVU,” “Frequency,” and starred as Lucy Montgomery on “As the World Turns” from 20012005. On the big screen, List’s film work includes “Playing It Cool,” “Meeting Evil,” and “Low Fidelity.”
Aries (March 21-April 19): Be creative and inventive. Try out new software or test out the latest smartphone apps to help you widen your network. A nonchalant promise made in haste may be a mere nicety and not something to take seriously.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): Communicate with loved ones and exert mental effort on hobbies or pastimes. You may imagine you know what someone else is going through. Ask him or her to tell you instead. Discussion will prevent misunderstandings.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): You don’t need to outdo the competition, but you must do what is expected. You have to stand your ground for the moment. Steer clear of controversy and don’t become embroiled in a romantic triangle by accident.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): A glimmer of understanding lights up your world. You can learn how to utilize power and figure out how to manipulate situations to your financial advantage. Use your head, not your heart for the next few days.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): People who stand out in a crowd make a clear target. Your relentless ambition and energy could ignite someone’s jealousy or cause a clash with others.
Work to achieve your own ends, but don’t make crucial commitments.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Fall forwards, not backwards. The way you deal with criticisms and displays of disloyalty can trip you up or propel you ahead. It is crucial to be a friend to others.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t let little annoyances get under your skin. Be prepared to handle unexpected problems that may pop up. Your ability to cope with circumstances outside your control can win appreciation from those whose opinions count.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may probe the deepest secrets of those in your inner circle. Events could touch off some intense conversations. Get in touch with someone’s underlying motivations and clear the air via some frank discussions.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Wave the white flag rather than engage in a battle of the wills. Don’t be led astray by impulses if you are out to win recognition or advance your career. Stick to trustworthy companions if money is the object of the game.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Dig beneath the most convenient answer. There may be more than appears on the surface. Insights that you stumble upon, especially regarding finances, should be put on the back burner for use in the future.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep a steady hand on the rudder. What appears to be an obstacle ahead may disappear before you reach it. Evaluating your financial situation might be on the slate.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): You can’t please all of the people all of the time. Don’t glorify your position or let a few compliments go to your head. Honor existing commitments, but don’t make new promises that are destined to be broken.
if August 8 is your birthday: You can get a great deal accomplished during the upcoming three to four weeks while your energy levels are high. A new career direction, job responsibility, or certification will add brownie points to your resume during October and November when your shrewdness gives you an edge with finances and business. December and early January is a period when wishes can come true or favors may be granted. You can make big strides with your financial security if you aren’t distracted by a romantic fantasy or your own gullibility. You will be everybody’s darling and can take a romance, or a career, to a more permanent level in May.