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

Happy Birthday for Sunday, April 14, 2024:

You’re a natural leader with excellent communication skills. People respect and listen to you. Good news! This year you will get recognition for your past efforts. Expect a leadership role. You can also expect acknowledgement, praise, a raise, a promotion, awards and kudos. Bravo!

ARIES

(March 21-April 19)
★★★
This is a good day to make improvements at home, or to shove the furniture around in a new arrangement, or to do something that pleases you. Many will have an important discussion with a family member. Tonight: Family discussions. This Week: Good money news toward the end of the week!

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
It’s an excellent day to learn or study with others. You might be involved with a friend or a group, and this involvement leads to new ideas. In fact, you might make some changes to your future goals. Tonight: Mental energy. This Week: Take it easy. Keep a low profile.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)
★★★★
You might ponder important financial discussions, especially with bosses or parents, about how to make an important purchase. Or perhaps a discussion that leads to a new job or a better way of doing your job. Tonight: Protect your possessions. This Week: It’s a popular week with friends from the past.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)
★★★★
You will enjoy study, travel or a chance to learn something new, because you’re keen to expand your experience of the world. Talk to people from other backgrounds. Legal and medical matters are likely. Tonight: Energetic! This Week: People respect and admire you. Make this work for you.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★
You’re in an excellent position today to make important decisions about inheritances and shared property. You might have to defend your best interests. Meanwhile, romance with someone different might intrigue you. Hmmm. Tonight: Secrets. This Week: Travel if possible. Sudden opportunities at the end of the week.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★
Expect a lively debate with someone close to you, because people are opinionated today, including you. Fortunately, you’re someone who has the facts. Tonight: Competition. This Week: Gifts and favors. A sudden chance to travel late in the week.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
You will accomplish a lot today. You’re in the mood to work. (You like a tidy environment because you’re affected by your immediate surroundings.) You have the energy to work hard and get better organized. Tonight: Show respect. This Week: Unexpected opportunities for loans and help from others.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★
This is a great day to practice or hone a technique in sports or the performing arts, because you have the energy and patience as well as the endurance to do so. Enjoy socializing and fun activities with kids. Tonight: Learn. This Week: Partnerships will surprise you late in the week.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
One of the reasons you might be able to make some home improvements today is because you can see how to get the financial or practical support from other sources to do this. Work hard to make changes for the better, but maintain harmony. Tonight: Check your finances. This Week: Work hard, party hard. Opportunities at the end of week.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★
You have lots of mental energy today, which is why you’re keen to learn, teach, sell, market and get things done. You’ll enjoy short trips and a chance to talk to others and share your opinions. Tonight: Listen. This Week: Accept invitations to socialize. Romance might surprise you at the end of the week.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★★
You will work hard to boost your earnings today, because you’re focused and determined. Some of you will use this same focus to shop or make important purchases. If you do buy something, it will be practical and long-lasting. Tonight: Get organized. This Week: Surprising news might expand your family!

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★
Get as much done as possible today, because you have energy, focus and determination. So why not use it? It’s a good day to organize sports and entertaining adventures. You will also be successful in teaching children. Tonight: Socialize! This Week: Short trips and surprising news late in the week.

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