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THE first queen of daytime TV, Oprah Winfrey, marks her birthday this weekend. Ellen DeGeneres, who is 64 today, is the current monarch. But when Ellen quits this year, will the next pretender to the crown be another sociable Aquarian? Jennifer Hudson, a Virgo ruled by talkative Mercury, is tipped for the title. With retrograde Mercury entering Capricorn today, we all have more to learn in order to become the finished article.

ARIES Mar 21 - Apr 20

WHAT kind of world do we live in? Maybe that’s a ridiculous question — it’s our world! Why ask what it’s like when we’ve never experienced anything else? If you ever stumble across an alien, you could ask their opinion; at least they would have something to compare it to. Even then, to get a fair-minded viewpoint, there would need to be research and data collection. Since it all sounds complicated, you can take it from me. You’re living in a good world. There’s proof of that coming your way today. Just four minutes on the phone could change your life. For your latest week-ahead forecast, call 0906 751 5601.

TAURUS Apr 21 - May 21

HOW fair is it to make other people responsible for your behaviour? For example, to ask someone to call you out if they see you doing something that you’re trying to stop? It creates that weird parent/child, teacher/student, boss/ employee dynamic. And no one really needs anyone to take on that kind of role in their lives — certainly not you. We all do best when we take responsibility for our own needs. Be wary of unreasonable expectations being placed on your shoulders. Lift your spirits. Change your life. Your four-minute, week-ahead forecast has important news. Call 0906 751 5602.

GEMINI May 22 - June 22

MAYBE your

reluctance to make an irreversible decision is based on a lingering sense of disappointment. Until recently, you were ready to leap into action and start approaching things from another perspective. But the opportunity you were hoping for never quite manifested. Well . . . it did . . . but it ran out of steam before you’d got hold of it. So it’s not surprising that you feel disillusioned. But, as your retrograde ruler settles into Capricorn, you have another chance to move that mountain. Your week-ahead forecast is jam-packed full of important news. For an in-depth guide, call 0906 751 5603.

CANCER June 23 - July 23

‘THEY say the best things in life are free, but you can give them to the birds and bees’. The song, Money (That’s What I Want), advocates a materialistic approach to life. Since it was a hit for several successful bands (including The Beatles), maybe the cosmos heard when they sung about what they wanted and granted their wishes. They must have been in the right place at the right time. As a Cancerian, you appreciate the priceless gifts life brings. You’re in the perfect place to share your appreciation and bring joy today. Want to hear some priceless information about your week? Just pick up the phone. Call 0906 751 5604.

LEO July 24 - Aug 23

THINGS won’t necessarily be easy. There could even be times when you wonder if you’ve bitten off more than you can chew or aimed too high. I’m not saying this because I want to steer you off your course. Quite the opposite. I’m drawing attention to the fact that challenges don’t faze you. You rather enjoy being pushed beyond normal limits — the satisfying sense of achievement you gain more than compensates for the effort involved. When you’re courageous, you’re successful. Be bold. Just four minutes on the phone could change your life. For your latest week-ahead forecast, call 0906 751 5605.

VIRGO Aug 24 - Sep 23

IS YOUR destiny in the lap of the gods and the other celestial beings? Only if that’s where you choose to put it! Although it might sound like an appropriate place for it to be, the problem is that these ethereal entities have so much on their plates that they sometimes forget to deal with what’s in their laps. If you’re able to look after your fate, it’s always better to do so. As your retrograde ruler settles into Capricorn, you can exert your influence with great effect. You can make a choice that has a positive effect on your destiny. Lift your spirits. Change your life. Your four-minute, week-ahead forecast has important news. Call 0906 751 5606.

LIBRA Sep 24 - Oct 23

IT’S a truth universally acknowledged that no one likes going to the dentist. However old we are, however wise we might be, however much we might understand the importance of oral hygiene, a dentist visit is always, at the very best, a chore. Unfortunately in life, there are lots of things we know we need to do but would rather avoid. Often, these aren’t even arduous — they’re just time-consuming and irritating. Yet the more we put them off, the worse they become. Rip a plaster off today. Get it over with. Your week-ahead forecast is jam-packed full of important news. For an in-depth guide, call 0906 751 5607.

SCORPIO Oct 24 - Nov 22

CAN you taste the difference between the competing makes of a certain world-renowned soft drink? Many people can. A glass of either brand might look identical . . . but if you’re a fan, the distinction in taste is discernible. Some people are good at noticing details. And some are particularly good at blowing them out of proportion. Someone in your world loves nitpicking and finding faults. Don’t let them convince you to turn a molehill into a mountain today. You know your tastes . . . choose what’s best for you. Want to hear some priceless information about your week? Just pick up the phone. Call 0906 751 5608.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23 - Dec 21

AS LONG as we’re prompted into action rather than into hopelessness, it’s good to be reminded of the problems the world faces. But there’s only so much frustration we can take before we feel overwhelmed. If you’re exasperated by a lack of movement in your personal life, it could be that you haven’t got to grips with the strategy you need to employ. You’re in a calmer, more reflective phase now. You’ll soon be able to take constructive steps towards realising your goal. Just four minutes on the phone could change your life. For your latest week-ahead forecast, call 0906 751 5609.

CAPRICORN Dec 22 - Jan 20

AS A serious Capricorn, you have a lot of respect for those in authority. Interestingly, members of your sign often rise to positions of high status themselves. Yet that doesn’t mean that you’re not gullible. In fact, sometimes you can be impressionable; you might believe what someone’s telling you because of their tone of voice or the way they look. Or you might give them the benefit of the doubt because that’s what you’d like them to give you. If something sounds dubious today, don’t override your instincts. Lift your spirits. Change your life. Your four-minute, week-ahead forecast has important news. Call 0906 751 5610.

AQUARIUS Jan 21 - Feb 19

HERE you go again. Another day. Another series of challenges to deal with. Yet more mountains to climb and responsibilities to shoulder. Wait . . . actually, that’s not the picture I’m seeing for you. There will inevitably be issues to deal with — but you’re an expert at finding ways around obstacles. And life would be dull if it didn’t throw surprises your way. You’re becoming more sure about your ability to cope. As your self-confidence grows, you’ll be able to put a long-lasting saga behind you. Your week-ahead forecast is jam-packed full of important news. For an in-depth guide, call 0906 751 5611.

PISCES Feb 20 - Mar 20

PEOPLE say they can’t turn their feelings on and off like a tap. Yet sometimes, those same people do just that. The truth is that for all our emotional intensity, humans are inconsistent. We’ve all been on emotional roller coasters that swing from highs to lows with surprising speed. Feelings come and go like waves. One moment we’re soaked to the skin, the next we’re high and dry. Although we can’t control the tide, we can be aware of its movements. Stepping back will help you assess an emotional situation. Want to hear some priceless information about your week? Just pick up the phone. Call 0906 751 5612.