CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Andy Roddick, 38; Lisa Ling, 47; Cameron Diaz, 48; Michael Chiklis, 57.

Happy Birthday: Take control, be direct and ask for what you want. It’s up to you to take advantage of what’s available to you. Taking swift action to disclose information that can help you advance will keep you ahead of any competition you face along the way. Make positive change your objective, and you will be pleased with the results. Your numbers are 3, 12, 19, 26, 33, 42, 46.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t leave anything to chance. Manufacture what you want to happen, and you won’t be disappointed. It’s up to you to take charge and make your voice heard. Arguing won’t help, but knowledge, information and a solid plan will. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your feelings will be hard to hide. Face facts, address pending problems and do your best to fix what isn’t working. Refuse to let the decisions others make interfere with your plans. Do your own thing. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t ignore what’s going on around you. Being fully aware of what others are doing will give you the edge you need to follow through with your plans. Don’t let an emotional incident cause a rift between you and someone you love. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): An unexpected turn of events will leave you scrambling to maintain order. Don’t let anger set in when balance and harmony are what’s required. Use intelligence, and you’ll come up with a plan that will help you keep the peace. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take time out to rest. You need to maintain strength and avoid unnecessary health risks. Take the necessary precautions, regardless of what others do. Rethink your strategy and how you spend your time. Consider enforcing a personal overhaul. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Verify facts. Don’t rely on others to give you the information you require. Handle legal and financial matters yourself. Put more thought into your personal life. It’s up to you to make the first move if you want to change your lifestyle. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take the initiative to do what’s best for you. Step away from people who lower your self-esteem and play with your emotions. Don’t jump into something you aren’t ready for, but consider what it will take to make your life easier. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Deal with a sensitive issue before it escalates. Pay attention to loved ones and friends you may have neglected due to your busy schedule. Reassess your relationships based on the reaction you get to a peace offering. Romance is encouraged. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Look at the possibilities, but don’t jump into something without collecting the facts and figures. You can make home improvements as long as you stick to a budget and you make sure it won’t upset a neighbor or someone who lives with you. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A change someone makes will blindside you. Take a step back and consider your options before you make a fuss. An intelligent approach will ensure that you come out on top. A solution you offer will turn you into a hero. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t feel you have to change to appease others. Do what’s best for you, and give others the freedom to do as they please. Focus on building confidence and gaining the courage to express how you feel and what you want. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make up your mind, and follow through with your plans or take a pass. Let your intuition guide you, and you will find the path that is best suited to you. Romance will bring you closer to someone you love. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are opportunistic, courageous and innovative. You are humorous and demonstrative.

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