BIRTHDAY STAR: Actor Jake McLaughlin was born in Paradise, California, on this day in 1982. This birthday star currently portrays Michael Ormewood on the series “Will Trent.” He also played Ryan Booth on “Quantico,” and he’s appeared on episodes of “Scorpion,” “Believe,” and “The Whole Truth.” On the big screen, McLaughlin’s film work includes roles in “Last Night on Earth,” “Warrior,” and “The Day the Earth Stood Still.”

October 7, 2024: Your Daily Horoscope

ARIES (March 21-April 19): People might get slotted into categories and disappear from your thoughts. Expanding your circle by extending a hand in friendship could improve your social network. Enjoy the connections you make as you work closely with others.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your dreams and goals might lack the clarity needed to get the results you are hoping for. It might be a good idea to find someone with a similar vision who can help execute your ideas or give you practical feedback and guidance.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your abundance of optimism could encourage loved ones to do better and make wise decisions. Because you may seem open-minded and goodhearted, someone may confide in you or ask for advice. Don’t underestimate yourself.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your enthusiasm can make your day run more smoothly. There may be an opportunity to earn some extra cash and boost your sense of achievement. Don’t try to move into someone’s heart just to lift your spirits.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Differences of opinion won’t matter in the long run if you remain respectful of everyone’s views. A bit of healthy competition among others could make you collaborate better. Remember, teamwork makes the dream work.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Fellowship and friendliness could easily become your key to success. It could be helpful to prioritize the needs of others, even if your efforts seem to go unnoticed. Think of friendships like pennies; save some for a rainy day.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Bring your trained eye to focus on the situation. You may spot areas for improvement and simplification that no one else has seen. Someone might value your plans and vision more if you share the bigger picture with them.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so make sure to give those eyes something worth seeing. You might influence others more than you realize. Casual social interactions may lead to great conversations or strong emotions.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Slow down to be more present. A loved one’s enthusiastic approach makes any activity you do together more enjoyable. Your respect and affection for each other could propel you towards achieving mutually satisfying results.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t worry about who will win the gold medal if there is a sense of competition in a relationship. Cheerful horseplay could make your responsibilities run more smoothly. Romantic activities might come into focus.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Think about why you are striving to get ahead and what you are searching for. Ask yourself if short-term goals make you happy or if you are willing to push yourself towards the next level on the ladder of financial and material security.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You might need to display some credentials or credibility to your friends or coworkers to get rid of any skepticism. It could be wise to tread carefully around sensitive topics. Consider prioritizing building friendships over romantic pursuits.

IF OCTOBER 7 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: Work diligently to achieve your ambitions but think twice before beginning anything important or taking on extra obligations during the next two weeks; your attempts to be sharp and clever could backfire, you might be concerned about material success to the detriment of something else that is essential to your basic happiness. Friends and social activities could take up your spare time in November, be open minded about spending more time at group get-togethers and fun-filled outings. Consider putting your most important plans into motion in the first half of December. Your judgment may be enhanced, and your chances of success could be higher than usual. Be aware that any offers or opportunities that show up might contain many benefits but could also entail extra responsibilities or research, so weigh your decisions carefully. It may be wise to avoid starting anything new in the last two weeks of the year.

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