ROYAL STARS

MOON ALERT: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Cancer.

Today’s Birthday (Oct. 16). You are perceptive, intelligent and observant. Your sharp mind is capable of complex analysis. You are a natural teacher who likes to inform. This year brings change and greater freedom into your world. Stay flexible and be ready to act fast. Enjoy travel and trust your intuition.

Aries

(March 21-April 19)

★★★ A family member might surprise you today. Or perhaps a small appliance will break down or a minor breakage will occur, because something unexpected will impact your home and private life. Stock the fridge to have food and drink on hand. Tonight: Cocoon.

Taurus

(April 20-May 20)

★★★ Pay attention to everything you say and do today, because this is a mildly accident-prone day for your sign. Naturally, this includes verbal accidents as well as physical accidents. Tonight: Conversations.

Gemini

(May 21-June 20)

★★★ Keep an eye on your money and possessions today, because something unexpected could impact them. You might find money; you might lose money. Be smart and protect what you own against loss. Tonight: A surprise.

Cancer

(June 21-July 22)

★★★ Today you feel independent, even rebellious. There seems to be a lot of energy in the air, which makes you feel spontaneous and highly tuned to whatever is going on around you. Tonight: You win!

Leo

(July 23-Aug. 22)

★★★ This is a restless day. It’s been a busy week with appointments, errands and short trips. You’ve been full of ideas, and many of you have had the pleasure of seeing new places and meeting new faces. Tonight: Solitude.

Virgo

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

★★★★ You might encounter someone interesting today. Possibly someone you already know might do something that surprises you. Your involvement with a group might create feelings of independence. Perhaps you want to rebel against the status quo. Tonight: Be friendly.

Libra

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★★★ Fortunately, you are courteous and diplomatic by nature. This means you can use your natural skills when dealing with authority figures or the police, if they surprise you in some way or catch you off guard. (Busted!) Tonight: Be aware.

Scorpio

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★★★ Travel plans might be interrupted, canceled or delayed today. Likewise, issues related to publishing, the media, the law and medicine also might be interrupted or canceled. (“Whaaat?”) Stay cool and observe. Tonight: Stay flexible.

Sagittarius

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★★★ Keep an eye on banking, inheritances, shared property or insurance matters, because something out of the blue might require your attention. (When it comes to money matters, you snooze, you lose.) Tonight: Check your finances.

Capricorn

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★★★ A close friend or partner might surprise you today by doing or saying something you least expect. Or perhaps they are suddenly in a huff or rebellious. Meanwhile, you look attractive to everyone at this time. You make a great impression on others. Is this a problem? Tonight: Patience.

Aquarius

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★★★ Work interruptions are likely today. Some of you might have a sudden health concern. Pet owners should be vigilant and on top of things related to their pets, because something unexpected could occur. Be aware of these possibilities, especially if traveling. Tonight: Work.

Pisces

(Feb. 19-March 20)

★★ Parents take note: This is an accident-prone day for your kids; therefore, know where they are at all times. Meanwhile, social occasions might be canceled or changed. Sports accidents are highly likely. A sudden invitation might come your way that surprises you. Tonight: Relax.