Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 4 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. EDT today (1 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Aries into Taurus.

Happy Birthday for Friday, Sept. 20, 2024:

You are passionate and intense, yet always charming and outgoing. This is the beginning of a new cycle for you — a time of new beginnings, adventures and major changes in your life. Be alert for new opportunities and be ready to act. Be prepared to take on a leadership role.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19)
★★★
This is a tricky day. You might feel unsure of dealings at work. Information might be incorrect. Someone might deceive you. Nevertheless, when it comes to financial matters related to home and family, you are much more confident. It is what it is. Tonight: Check your belongings.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
Today the Moon is in your sign dancing nicely with Mercury, which makes you feel emotionally invigorated and mentally alert. Nevertheless, issues related to romance, social outings, dealing with children and anything to do with sports might be confusing, even demoralizing. Stay strong. You’re fine. Tonight: You win!

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)
★★★
There are different influences impacting you today. Privately, you feel strong. In fact, you feel enthusiastic about life. However, relations with parents or authority figures (including the police) could be confusing. Perhaps you’re not sure how to act or react. Don’t let yourself be bullied by anyone. Tonight: Enjoy solitude.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)
★★★
Although your dealings with friends and members of groups are upbeat and positive today, a communication from someone, news or some other input might give you feelings of self-doubt. You might second-guess yourself. Don’t give in to this. Tonight: Friendships.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★
You make a great impression on others today. People see you as vigorous and intellectually alive! Nevertheless, there’s a strong possibility of confusion (and deceit) with financial matters. Pay attention to invoices and bills. Get your receipts. Protect your assets. Tonight: You’re noticed.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★★
You have a strong desire to explore other realms and do something different today. At least talk to interesting people and learn something new. Meanwhile, even though the Sun is in your sign today, it is opposed by Neptune, which can make you feel fatigued or uncertain. Tread carefully. Tonight: Explore!

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
This is a good time for you to buy wardrobe goodies. It’s also an excellent time to have discussions about shared property, shared assets, taxes, debt or the wealth and resources of your partner or someone else. However, something related to your health or your job might confuse you. This is temporary. Tonight: Check your finances.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★
This is a curious day, because even though conversations with partners and close friends will be lively and interactive, conversations with groups, romantic partners or kids might be confusing, even demoralizing. Go figure. Cope as best you can. Tonight: Cooperate.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Conversations with parents, bosses, authority figures and the police are subject to confusion and possible dishonesty. If you suspect something fishy is going on, it is! Agree to nothing important if you feel hesitant. Meanwhile, relations with your kids, romantic partners and spouses are strong. Tonight: Work.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★
This is a great day to socialize with others. Enjoy sports events, fun outings, activities with children and anything to do with the arts. However, a conversation with someone might confuse or even demoralize you. Don’t let this happen. Believe in yourself. Don’t fall prey to the negativity of others. Tonight: Socialize!

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★
Be careful with financial decisions today. In fact, postpone important ones for a later date. Confusion, misinformation and lies might cost you money today. Perhaps you don’t have the facts. Perhaps your facts are wrong. Instead, focus on home improvements and family matters. Tonight: Relax.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★
Without question, interactions with partners and close friends are confusing today. You might feel disappointed, hurt and demoralized. There could be a misunderstanding. Fortunately, relations with your kids and romantic partners are strong and clear. Don’t let anyone make you a victim today. Stand up for yourself. Tonight: Discussions.