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

Happy Birthday for Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024:

You are romantic, passionate and idealistic. You work hard for what you want. You are curious about the world around you. This is a year of change and increased freedom for you. Stay flexible so you can explore new opportunities and be able to act fast. Expect increased travel.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19)
★★★
If you want to be productive today, get busy in the morning. The rest of this day is full of sexy, romantic possibilities! Your focus on close friendships and partnerships is strong now. It looks like many of you are ready to take a relationship to the next level. Tonight: Patience.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
This is a romantic day; however, you can be productive this morning and perhaps into the afternoon as well. Nevertheless, set aside some time to enjoy some social interactions and romance with friends, partners and new exciting acquaintances. Oh yeah. Tonight: Work.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)
★★★
Although your primary focus is on home and family this weekend, nevertheless, fun outings, social invitations and romantic rendezvous promise fun times. New romance can blossom! However, activities with children will also be heartwarming and gratifying. Tonight: Be tolerant.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)
★★★★
This is a playful, fun-loving, romantic day for your sign! No question. Start early if you want to be productive, because the remainder of the day and this evening are full of opportunities to schmooze, party, network, enjoy sports events and be on vacation. Tonight: Listen.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★
You will enjoy entertaining at home later today. You might want to tweak your digs before you welcome your guests. This is a lovely, romantic day, which means many of you will make special plans for your main squeeze or a new love. Short trips are likely. Tonight: Avoid quarrels.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★
Enjoy fun get-togethers today. Many of you will be involved in competitive sports or physical activities. In fact, you’re in such a happy frame of mind, something will make you have a greater appreciation for your everyday surroundings. Meanwhile, new faces and new places could mean new romance. Tonight: Check your money.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
You might attract money and gifts to you today. Or you might make a special purchase that truly pleases you. You also might attract a better paying job. Your ambition is strong now, and so are you with both the Sun and Mercury in your sign. Romance with someone in authority is likely. Tonight: Relax.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★
Romance is in the air, and this is the perfect day to meet someone new, especially someone from another culture or a different country. Quite likely, it is this very difference that appeals to you. People are attracted to you today. Enjoy this admiration and popularity. Tonight: Research.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Hidden love affairs might be happening for many of you, because this is a passionate day. However, you might choose to express your romantic interests in a private way. Nevertheless, this is also a popular day for you, and you might be involved with younger people more than usual. Tonight: Privacy.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★
This is a romantic day, and for some of you, a friendship might turn into a romantic connection. If so, others will know because you are high-viz right now. You’re attracted to energetic, self-reliant people at the moment. Something unexpected might unfold. Tonight: Show respect.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★
Today you want adventure and stimulation. You’re up for some excitement. If you need to work, get things out of the way this morning, because later in the day, you will put pleasure before personal responsibilities. You might develop a crush on a boss or someone in authority. Tonight: Avoid controversy.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★
Travel and a change of scenery will definitely appeal to you today. However, you will also be thrilled to explore a new romance with someone from a different background or perhaps another country. This is a passionate day for many people, but for your sign, you want adventure and something different. Tonight: Check your finances.