CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Maria Menounos, 42; Kanye West, 43; Julianna Margulies, 54; Keenen Ivory Wayans, 62.

Happy Birthday: Revisit how you want to structure your life as you move forward. Picking up knowledge and skills that will help you find a better position or encourage you to head in a direction that offers greater potential is favored. Your memory will serve you well when dealing with situations that can influence your position, reputation and prospects. Your numbers are 2, 8, 17, 21, 26, 34, 45.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Rely on your ability to take hold of a situation and turn it into something advantageous. Don’t sit back and wait; use your skills to outmaneuver someone who is pressuring you to do something you don’t want to do. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): An opportunity will grab your attention. Do whatever it takes to learn and to apply your skills to fit the qualifications necessary to up your game. Make a move that will surprise others and position you for advancements. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Push harder for what you want. Pursuing the necessary research will encourage you to take on something that excites you. Personal goals are within reach if you believe and trust in your ability to finish what you start. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Look for alternative ways to solve a work-related problem. Modify how you have handled matters in the past to fit trends. It’s how you go about doing things that will help you stand out. Don’t leave anything to chance. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t make an unnecessary change. Work with what you already have, and you will save money and get things done on time. Showing off won’t bring the returns you want, but living up to your reputation and promises will. Self-improvement is encouraged. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A steady pace will help you bypass an argumentative situation. Stick to what you know and do best, and don’t let anyone bait you into sharing your personal opinions. If you want to advance, keep politics and religion out of your conversations. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Put more effort into honing your skills and making sure that you are presenting who you are and what you can do in the best way possible. Don’t exaggerate or make unrealistic promises. If you take something on, finish what you start. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Use experience and your intuition to help you make the right decision. Don’t feel you have to contribute money to something that eludes you. Invest in something you want to pursue, not someone else’s dream. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Confusion will set in if you are gullible or make premature assumptions about someone. Take the time to find out exactly what’s going on before you say something you will regret. Evaluate how you feel about someone before you share your intentions. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Think matters through, and put your plans in motion. A positive change at home will add to your comfort and convenience. Handle situations with peers and partners intelligently, and you will get your way. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): An adjustment at home will make a difference to how well you take care of yourself physically and emotionally. Don’t give in to someone pressuring you to make a change that will jeopardize your health or well-being. Say no to indulgent behavior. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Diversify, and you will find a unique way to use your skills and talents to get things done on time. Someone will be jealous of your accomplishments and the attention you receive. Include everyone in your success in order to avoid opposition. 4 stars

Birthday Baby: You are entertaining, imaginative and proactive. You are flexible and alert.

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