HOROSCOPES

What kind of day will today be? To find out what the stars say, read the forecast given for your birth sign. For Friday, August 25, 2017

ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

At work today, it will be clear what you want and do not want. Likewise, you will be precise in matters related to your health, and possibly, anything to do with a pet.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)

You're determined to have a good time! Accept invitations to parties and social events. Enjoy sports, playful times with children and romantic escapades.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)

A family discussion will be direct and to the point today, especially with a parent or an authority figure. This is the kind of day where you say what you mean and mean what you say.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22)

Your ability to communicate today is sharp and focused, which is good news for those in sales, marketing, teaching, writing and acting. Just say the word!

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22)

You have strong opinions today about financial matters or your possessions. If these topics come up, you'll be ready to talk about them.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22)

Whatever you have to say today, you will put a lot of yourself into it. This is why others will sit up and listen. If you need to speak your piece, do it today.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22)

This is an excellent day for research - just like yesterday. Whether you study the past or look for solutions to old problems, you will be rewarded.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21)

You feel enthusiastic and vigorous today, which is why friends and groups will listen to you. You'll be like the Pied Piper toward everyone.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21)

A conversation with a parent or boss will be direct and to the point today. You won't back down because you want to be heard. However, you will be fair and reasonable.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19)

This is a great day to study any subject or to learn something new. Discussions about politics, religion and racial issues will be focused and direct.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18)

You easily will defend your own best interests regarding shared property, inheritances and the like. You won't be fooled or bamboozled.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20)

A conversation with a partner or close friend will be direct and to the point today. Both parties will say what they want in order to get important issues off their chest.

YOU BORN TODAY You are practical, balanced and level-headed. You also have a great respect for service toward others. This is your power year! Whatever you have done in the past will now come to fruition. This is a year of big decisions and major achievements. Activity is key. You will be involved and busy. Opportunities for advancement and recognition for your work will happen.

Birthdate of: Chris Pine, actor; Paula Hawkings, author; Dylan O'Brien, actor.