Today’s highlight
On March 3, 1991, motorist Rodney King was severely beaten by Los Angeles police officers in a scene captured on amateur video.
On this date
Congress passed a measure taxing distilled spirits; it was the first internal revenue act in U.S. history.
Florida became the 27th state.
The U.S. Department of the Interior was established.
“The Star-spangled Banner” became the national anthem of the United States as President Herbert Hoover signed a congressional resolution.
Lucille Ball filed for divorce from her husband, Desi Arnaz, a day after they had finished filming the last episode of “The Lucille Balldesi
Arnaz Show.”
Apollo 9blasted off from Cape Kennedy on a mission to test the lunar module.
25 people were killed when a United Airlines Boeing 737-200 crashed while approaching the Colorado Springs airport.
The Nintendo Switch, a hybrid game machine that works as both a console at home and a portable tablet on the go, made its debut.
Roger Bannister, the British athlete who became the first person to run a mile in under 4minutes, died in Oxford, England at the age of 88.
Today’s birthdays
Radio personality Ira Glass is 65. Olympic track and field gold medalist Jackie Joyner-kersee is 62. Former NFL player and College Football Hall of Famer Herschel Walker is 62.
Some relationships might have more downs than ups. You may expect everyone to trust your word or give in to your charm but that may not happen now. Don’t let awkward situations disturb your sleep.
Relationships aren’t about games or competition. Be sure your boundaries are for real selfprotection and not just to make a power grab. Being someone’s partner means sharing yourself and finding happy compromises.
Notice if your life has become overly limited and ask yourself if you are hiding from something or have just become too comfortable. Regardless of the reasons, you may need to get out there a little more.
Impulsive decisions can leave you with long-lasting consequences. Before you jump into anything new, think of the ramifications you’ll face whether it goes well or poorly.
The Shadow, where we store our disowned pieces of self, can hold both monsters and treasures. The legendary hero’s quest is a metaphor for daring your deepest fears to claim your highest potentials.
Slay your dragons and rise!
Dating can be confusing but is usually a necessary step. Forget the meet-cute movie and open your eyes to any yellow or red flags. Choose wisely, especially if you want to build a long-term future with someone.
You will be entering a new emotional phase when you recognize the patterns that keep hurting you. Ask yourself the hard questions and you can begin to build better habits. Learn to truly love yourself.
While you may have meant well, something might have been lost in translation and feelings may have been hurt. Make a sincere apology for any words that came out wrong rather than trying to justify yourself.
It can take a village. Even on a very small project, you could appreciate someone’s hands-on help or wise advice. Stop thinking you can do everything by yourself and ask for qualified assistance.
Many things are judged on a purely subjective basis. Do not let other people’s opinions influence what you know is good just to feel you are part of the “in” crowd. Trust yourself to understand what really matters.
You could be having money issues if you’ve been impulsive. If you set spending rules, then ignore them for something exciting, you may need to practice more consistency. Stick to your budget; things should straighten out.
Jumping off cliffs can be fun if you choose the right cliff, but don’t let other people push you into doing something reckless. Think about what you’re doing and why before you start climbing rocks.
Reach for your dreams during the next four to six weeks but be sure they are realistic. No one is going to hand you the winning lottery ticket, so you must work hard to earn the right credentials and prove you are a reliable and responsible individual. If you work hard and fulfill your obligations, you can win the recognition and rewards you may deserve later this year.
Magi Helena, Tribune Content Agency