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FRIDAY, JULY 12 Happy Birthday: Take a different approach to the way you handle friends, relatives or neighbours. Appreciation, along with well- thoughtout suggestions, will help you convince others to do things. Communication will be your strength, but sticking to an agenda will not be easy. Inconsistency must be avoided. Harness skills and put them to the test. Your numbers are 7, 12, 18, 20, 31, 35, 42. ARIES ( March 21- April 19): Apply yourself and you can make improvements to your life personally and professionally. Love is highlighted. TAURUS ( April 20- May 20): Organization and preparation will help you make the most of your day. Trying something new will lead to new options and friendships. GEMINI ( May 21- June 20): An emotional issue will surface and should be dealt with openly and immediately. Letting things fester will not be in your best interest. Love is on the rise. CANCER ( June 21- July 22): Explore any possibility that allows you to use your imagination, creativity and experience. Getting involved in community events will broaden your perspective, options and opinions. LEO ( July 23- Aug. 22): Put more emphasis on money, investments, legalities and health issues. Protect what you have and make sure you read the fine print of any agreement or document. VIRGO ( Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Volunteer your services or take a serious approach to making a difference. Vocalize your position and your concerns and you will get a response. LIBRA ( Sept. 23- Oct. 22): Don’t step back when you should be protecting your position. A high- spirited approach will leave an impression. SCORPIO ( Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Being a participant will enable you to show your strengths. Getting involved in a cause or making your point heard will enhance your chance to take a lead position. SAGITTARIUS ( Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Emotional problems will set in if you are judgmental or if you aren’t upfront about your feelings. Love is in the stars, but so is conflict. CAPRICORN ( Dec. 22- Jan. 19): Consider your beliefs and where you see yourself in five years. Strategize and get your game plan in order. Speak up and move forward. AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20- Feb. 18): Discipline will be required. Focus on personal relationships and property investments. A new deal is likely to improve your lifestyle. Love is in the stars. PISCES ( Feb. 19- March 20): Emotional blackmail or deception may leave you in an awkward position. Don’t jeopardize what you’ve worked so hard for. Focus on making love, not war. Birthday Baby: You are energetic and imaginative. You are dedicated and eccentric. CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kimberly Perry, 30; Topher Grace, 35; Michelle Rodriguez, 35; Bill Cosby, 76