Russell Grant Britain’s celebrity astrologer
Aries Mar 21 – Apr 20
Try to listen when someone tells you to be more flexible about a relationship issue. You have strong views and this is preventing you from seeing things through anyone else’s eyes. A loved one needs more understanding and less criticism.
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Taurus Apr 21 – May 21
You’re a great lover of order. If a housemate’s untidiness is getting you down, you might discreetly start taking care of the mess. Either they will follow suit and show willingness to keep things tidy or the situation will call for a drastic solution.
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Gemini May 22 – June 21
Nothing will go to plan. It doesn’t matter how hard you try to keep to your routine, disturbances will get in the way. Instead of fretting about things, try to keep a flexible outlook. What doesn’t get done today can always be completed tomorrow.
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Cancer June 22 – July 23
Sometimes you have no choice but to be secretive to get what you want. If it becomes clear you can’t achieve certain aims in a direct fashion, you may have to adopt more subtle methods. Especially if it is family or friends standing in your way.
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Leo July 24 – Aug 23
New ideas are being introduced. People will be keen to give their support and before you know it, action will be taken to bring some plans about. There needs to be clear guidelines in place so any problems can be mitigated easily.
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Virgo Aug 24 – Sep 23
This is a good day for making choices. You may be thinking about joining forces with someone, professionally. Your careful nature will not let you down. Talks with someone whose talents you admire could lead to a beneficial agreement.
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Libra Sep 24 – Oct 23
Recent clashes you have had regarding money stand a better chance of being resolved in the way you want now. People are starting to see your point of view. It’s also a good time for taking stock and rearranging the domestic budget.
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Scorpio Oct 24 – Nov 22
For the sake of your health, it’s important to get regular exercise.You have been neglecting your well-being while putting other people’s needs first. Take advantage of a community event where you will meet like-minded people.
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Sagittarius Nov 23 – Dec 21
News that takes you by surprise turns your thoughts inwards.You could find yourself dwelling on the past or seeing your recent decisions in a negative way. Make it your intention to spend time with people who always look on the bright side.
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Capricorn Dec 22 – Jan 20
It doesn’t matter if you haven’t achieved as much as you had hoped, as long as you have tried your best. You might volunteer to take work home with you to finish a project. You’re able to concentrate and work faster with fewer distractions.
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Aquarius Jan 21 – Feb 19
People who know you well will pick up on you feeling a little low. Take the advice others are offering and don’t push yourself too hard. Look after your health. A phone call from someone whose company you have been missing will lift your spirits.
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Pisces Feb 20 – Mar 20
It doesn’t matter how energetic you’re feeling, burning the candle at both ends is not good. If you feel utterly drained, expect it to take time before you get back to your normal self. A question you’re asked will need a careful response.
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30 years ago (1991)
Our front page revealed how a broadcast on Baghdad Radio announced Saddam Hussein was ordering his army to leave Kuwait after thousands of Iraqi troops surrendered or fled.
Despite the claims, both the White House and Downing Street said there had been no official approach from Hussein about the withdrawal and diplomats said the statement had all the hallmarks of a “total sham”.
107 years ago (1914)
HMHS Britannic, sister ship to the ill-fated RMS Titanic, was launched at Belfast’s Harland & Wolff shipyard.
Changes had been made to the vessel’s design following lessons learned from the sinking of the Titanic but the First World War meant she was never used as an ocean liner, instead serving as a hospital ship. She sank in 1916 after an explosion near Kea, Greece.
53 years ago (1968)
We told how 24 female patients died in a fire started by a discarded cigarette at Shrewsbury’s psychiatric hospital, Shelton.
A report found the hospital was understaffed and none of the nurses on duty were trained in fire safety.