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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, Aug. 24, 2018: This year you have to sort through more confusion and misunderstandings than you are used to. You will gain because of this necessity. AQUARIUS does not understand why you are not more available. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

★★★★ Take charge of the moment, even though you might feel as if you are surrounded by difficult people. Good luck comes out of a wild set of circumstances. Tonight: TGIF with friends.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

★★★ Defer to others, knowing full well that you do not have all the answers. Sort through some of the confusing messages that could affect you in strange ways. Tonight: Out and about till the wee hours.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

★★★★★ You have a way of activating others’ interests. Someone close to you could prove to be very helpful. This person seems to make your load lighter, so make it OK to accept. Tonight: Opt for a power nap. CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★★

Your emotional levels could go up and down, depending on several discussions. Know that a major disagreement is likely to take place. You’ll find a solution to eliminate petty squabbling. Tonight: Give up feistiness.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★

Your fun ways attract someone who is anxious to get to know you better. You might opt to retreat to your home early. You will need some time off before you enter into this type of situation. Tonight: In the limelight.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★

You might find yourself in the middle of divisive communication. You will emerge feeling great, as you can handle any snippy comments. You are on top of your game. Tonight: You don’t have to go far to find fun. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★

Others seem to understand that you might not feel up to snuff. You might be able to avoid problems if you take a day to yourself. Your optimism comes through later in the day. Tonight: Visit with an older family member. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★

You could find yourself caught in a collision between two very different people. This could toss you and your plans into chaos. Know that you have the ability to clear up this problem quickly. Tonight: Hang out with your friends.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★★★★ Your point of view might cause people to distance themselves, as they are not used to free thinking. You might need to be more flexible. Demonstrate understanding. Tonight: Join friends at a favorite haunt.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★★★ Reach out to someone in the know. Generally, this person comes to you for feedback. A discussion will present an alternative view. Allow a new friend to coax you into doing what he or she wants. Tonight: Say “yes.”

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★★★★ You could be one of the most desired people to hang out with now. You will have your plate full, but you might be so happy that you won’t notice any looming responsibilities. Tonight: Tackle a challenge.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★

You might want to distance yourself from a problem. Respond to questions, but first carefully mull over what you are hearing. The more you can do alone, the better you will feel. Tonight: Go on a weekend retreat.