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IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY:

Emotional and charismatic, you have a powerful effect on others. This year, you loosen up a bit and life becomes much easier. If single, passion and love smile on you this year. If attached, change is coming into your relationship. You let go of what you have outgrown, and a new relationship is born — together or apart. Libra insists on fairness.

ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19)

Today has good communication aspects. It is a time to listen carefully. A casual remark or short, informal note can contain valuable information. Try to be co-operative. Patience on your part can avert a confrontation. Tonight: Teamwork holds the key to success.

TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20)

Windfalls, debts repaid, loans, inheritances and just plain luck come your way. Some may experience this luck through their spouses, with whom they may go into business or make some other large investment. Tonight: Celebrate.

GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20)

You are at your most attractive today. Use this time for personal makeovers. You will be pleased with the results, even if the change from your usual look surprises you. Tonight: A connection with someone totally out of the ordinary.

CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22)

Take care of yourself physically and mentally. Do not let repressed anger build up and turn into a physical ailment. Vent that energy profitably. Tonight: Be careful driving and stay out of dangerous neighbourhoods.

LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22)

You will be invited to more than your fair share of social gatherings, both online and virtual. A friendship deepens and may turn to love, although all may not run smoothly with this. Tonight: Energies in different directions.

VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22)

social life and work. Avoid trying to impress others and do not take everything so seriously. On a certain level, this combination could lead to overindulging a sweet tooth. Tonight: Relax.

LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22)

Long-distance activities appeal, and new friends or romance may come from shared philosophies and outlooks rather than shared backgrounds. Expect your social life to heat up. Tonight: Answer all your emails.

SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21)

Having fun today could turn out to be costly in a number of ways. Avoid too much alcohol and beware romantic indiscretions. Arguments and disagreements will undoubtedly arise. This is not a time to take financial risks. Tonight: You will feel exceptionally restless.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21)

Today finds you in a festive frame of mind. Take particular advantage of any social or romantic opportunities. Many of you will be meeting the one of your dreams. Tonight: Date night.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN 19)

You begin the day finishing up mundane chores. As a result, you may be extremely cranky, impatient and unwilling to compromise with anyone. Take a deep breath and count to 10. Tonight: Much more fun.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18)

Today finds you in a childlike frame of mind. You will be in the mood for entertainment and will feel especially creative. Things should be rosy in your romantic life too. Tonight: Enjoy.

PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20)

Begin new home improvement projects. Try to do as much as you can this weekend; if done later, you will regret some of your choices. Furniture or other items will be out of stock later as well. Tonight: Family.

BORN TODAY:

Actor Errol Flynn (1909), musician Lionel Richie (1949), actress Nicole Kidman (1967)