CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gaby Hoffmann, 36; Sarah Polley, 39; Stephen Hawking, 76; Shirley Bassey, 81.

Happy Birthday: Reason will be required this year. Make sure you are part of the solution and not part of the problem. Seeing things clearly and being able to separate your emotions from situations that need to be looked at honestly will be the deciding factor in how well you do. Opportunity is heading your way, but handling it properly is what’s most important. Your numbers are 2, 9, 13, 24, 35, 39, 48.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Question everything. Certainty will be the key to whatever decision you have to make. Refuse to let personal matters affect your performance at work. Relationships will undergo inevitable changes. Take care of yourself and your interests first. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Remain grounded regardless of what others do. Your common sense and practicality will play a role in the way things develop as your day unfolds. A positive change is heading your way and greater opportunities will be made available. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t fall for a deal that sounds too good to be true. There will be other offers if you look around. Money and emotions will not mix, and joint ventures will leave you at a loss financially. Do your own thing. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t let your emotions take over when dealing with a relationship concern or personal matter. Be open to suggestions and willing to compromise. Take a thoughtful approach to avoid making matters worse instead of better. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Change can be good, but not if you go about it the wrong way. Don’t upset others. Think before you alter your life or say something that might hurt someone who cares about you. Keeping the peace will encourage better days ahead. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Forward thinking, precision and detail can help you get things done efficiently, but if you let your emotions take over, causing you to take action based on hearsay, you will face difficulty controlling challenging situations. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You’ll have to be on your toes in order to outmaneuver someone who has been giving you a hard time. Don’t leave any room for error or renege on a promise you made. Do your best to avoid discord. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Keep your distance from those asking for handouts. You’ve worked hard, and although you are compassionate and tend to fight for the underdog, this time it is best to put your own needs first. Focus on physical improvements, creative projects and personal goals. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Be careful how you handle your professional obligations. Don’t let emotional matters affect your objectivity or cause you to fall short of your goal. Someone is likely to offer you poor information that will lead you astray. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Listen carefully when faced with an emotional dilemma. Don’t make rash changes based on little input. Wisdom, diplomacy and a well-thought-out solution are required. Concentrate on your own imperfections, not those of others. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If you have something to say, first think about the consequences. Situations may not be as they appear. Look closely and see if you can detect what’s at the root of a developing problem. Patience will be required. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Work the system. Know what you are up against and how you can manipulate things to better suit your needs. Use your charm, astuteness and imagination and good things will come to you. Become the leader or avoid joint ventures. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are intense, proactive and tenacious. You are sensitive and passionate.

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