Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions. The moon is in Sagittarius.

Happy birthday for Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024: You are determined, practical, resourceful and strong. Sometimes you like to shock or provoke people. Simplicity is the key to life this year. It’s time to work and create solid foundations, both externally as well as internal structures. Stay grounded and levelheaded (which you are).

Aries (March 21-April 19): Travel and a chance to do something different will appeal to you today. Or you might want to be a tourist in your own city. One reason you might want to “get away from all this” is because of difficulties with family. Tonight: Avoid arguments.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Don’t become entrenched in your views today. (This is being stubborn.) Instead, avoid power struggles with others, especially siblings and neighbors. Be cool. Tonight: Check your finances.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Disputes about money, earnings or possessions might get nasty today. For example, you might dispute the ownership of something. Or it could be about borrowing, lending or returning something. Tonight: Cooperate.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Today Mars is in your sign opposing Pluto, which will make you strive to get ahead. Nevertheless, you could end up in a power struggle with someone close to you. Don’t try to gain control. Stay on your side of the fence. Tonight: Work.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Some kind of underhanded activity might take place today. Someone might be working against your own best interests. Stay clear of criminal elements and areas that are potentially dangerous. Keep things above board! Tonight: Relax.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A serious power struggle with someone might take place today. Don’t try to gain control over others. This could increase opposition to you. Instead, secure your own position. Make sure you know what you’re doing. Remain confident. Tonight: Quiet time.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Tread carefully today, because this is the classic day for power struggles with bosses, parents, teachers, VIPs and the police. Although this is unlikely, the astrological influences today can promote violent behavior. Therefore, avoid dangerous places and dangerous people. Tonight: Stay positive.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Naturally people argue about politics, religion and racial issues. However, today is a terrible day to enter into these kinds of disagreements and controversial discussions. Avoid these like the plague! Keep your head down and your powder dry. Tonight: Check your money.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): With the Moon in your sign today, you might feel more emotional than usual, which is why a power struggle with someone about finances, money or possessions might take place. Fortunately, with Mercury and Venus in your sign, you can control the narrative. Tonight: Stay mellow.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Be careful today. Avoid dangerous neighborhoods. Likewise, avoid people who are looking for trouble, because this is the classic day for power struggles and difficulties with others. In fact, your best choice is to find some pleasant solitude with good food and drink so you can relax. Tonight: solitude.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Fortunately, you look attractive to others now. In fact, relations with younger people or artistic types are positive. Go with what works today and avoid power struggles at work or power struggles related to your health or your pet. Tonight: Listen.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Relations with your kids might be challenging today. They might have hissy fits and meltdowns. If so, remember who the adult is — it’s you. Be patient and loving with others. Meanwhile, romantic partners might be challenging. Tonight: Show respect.