ROYAL STARS

MOON ALERT: Avoid important decisions and shopping after 10:30 p.m. EDT today (7:30 p.m. PDT). The Moon is in Pisces.

Today’s Birthday (May 14). You are intelligent, street smart and imaginative. You like to put your own spin on things. This is a wonderful year for you, because it’s a time of recognition and culmination. Expect a promotion, an award, kudos — definitely acknowledgement of your talents and efforts.

Aries

(March 21-April 19)

HHHH Today it will please you to do someone a favor or work behind the scenes to benefit someone. Aries embodies the hero archetype, which is why you like to rescue and save people. And you’re good at it! (Many Aries are firefighters.) Tonight: You’ll be kind.

Taurus

(April 20-May 20)

HHH Some of you will be involved with a nonprofit, charitable organization or a group today. You want to do something to benefit others. Although you might think globally, you will prefer to act locally. Tonight: Friendships.

Gemini

(May 21-June 20)

HHH Discussions with parents and bosses might give you the green light to buy something extravagant. (We all need the boost of a treat now and then.) Tonight: Clarify issues.

Cancer

(June 21-July 22)

HHHH You are a caring, nurturing person, and today you might have concerns about the welfare of people or someone who is far away or in another country. Tonight: Escape.

Leo

(July 23-Aug. 22)

HHH Be clear about how to divide inheritances, shared property and insurance payouts. Today you might be tempted to give away the farm. Remember not to ignore your own self-interests. Tonight: Check your finances.

Virgo

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

HHHH Relations with others are warm and easygoing today. There’s a sense of mutual sympathy between people. This is because you have a good idea of what it’s like to walk a mile in someone else’s wedgies. Tonight: Be helpful.

Libra

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

HHH You might help a coworker today, or someone might help you. You also might be involved with a pet in an affectionate, special way. If dealing with health situations, be clear about what is happening. Tonight: Service to others.

Scorpio

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

HHHH Today, romance is the stuff of movies. Some of you might experience love at first sight. All of you will feel a bit flirtatious and romantic with whatever is going on around you. It’s a great day to socialize! Tonight: Romance!

Sagittarius

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

When dealing with family members today (especially a female), you’ll be generous. However, you also might want to clarify things and make people accountable. You might see ways to make improvements at home. Tonight: Creative ideas.

Capricorn

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

HHHH This is a lovely day to relate to others, because you feel sociable, confident and ready to express your views to partners and close friends. You might want to teach someone something or share important information. (You might feel competitive.) Tonight: Support family.

Aquarius

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

HHH Today you see a project that interests you. You’re gung-ho about something. Perhaps it relates to improving your health, or it’s something to do with a pet, or you see ways to make improvements to your job. Tonight: Hopes and dreams.

Pisces

(Feb. 19-March 20)

HHHH Today you’re positive and confident. It makes you feel more courageous than usual, which is why you will take the initiative, especially in making emotional contact with others. Your energy level is high, and you’re ready to start something new! Tonight: Clarify money issues.