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

Happy birthday for Friday, Oct. 25, 2024: You are strong-willed, loyal, decisive and resourceful. You are persuasive about going after what you want. This is a year of learning and teaching. Take time to reflect and renew your spiritual or religious beliefs. Explore philosophies that get you closer to the true meaning of your life.

Aries (March 21-April 19): TGIF! This is a great day to socialize. Meet friends for a power breakfast. Have a long lunch. Grab a matinee. Enjoy get-togethers with creative colleagues. It’s a perfect day for sports events, the entertainment world, the hospitality industry and fun times with kids. Romance is blessed. Tonight: Socialize!

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Although you might be more involved with partners and close friends, today is the kind of day where you can relax at home and enjoy your own company in the privacy of familiar surroundings. Or you can entertain at home, because socializing will also be appealing. It’s a solid day for real estate deals. Tonight: Relax.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): This is a happy, upbeat day for you, which is why you’ll enjoy talking to others. However, you actually have something to say, which is why you want to talk to someone who is willing to listen to you and engage in a meaningful conversation. It’s also a productive day. Tonight: Discussions.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Financial negotiations will go well today, and very likely, in your favor! Respect your moneymaking ideas, because you might see ways to boost your income. If shopping, you might have your eyes on something more ambitious and exciting. Be smart and keep your receipts. (And the box.) Tonight: Check your belongings.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Today the Moon is in your sign dancing beautifully with lucky Jupiter, which favors everything to do with home and family. It’s also an excellent day for business. However, the bottom line is that you feel happy and friendly with everyone. Why not invite the gang over for good food and drink? Tonight: You win!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Although this is a busy, fast-paced time for you, today you need to take a breather. Give yourself some time off for good behavior. Enjoy solitude in beautiful surroundings. Pamper yourself! After all, you certainly can pamper others. Tonight: Relax.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): This is an excellent day to schmooze with friends and interact with groups, clubs and organizations. Your dealings with others will be successful and enjoyable. In particular, you will enjoy interacting with people from other cultures and different countries. Tonight: Friends.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Today you’re high-viz, which means people notice you more than usual. However, fear not, because you make a great impression on everyone. People see you as friendly, successful and a bit larger than life. Naturally, with the Sun, Mercury and fair Venus in your sign, it’s easy to pull this off. Tonight: Be courteous.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do what you can to expand your horizons today. You feel the need to travel and meet new people with exciting stories. You want more out of life! Even a day trip or a chance to explore your own neighborhood with fresh eyes will please you. Ideas? Tonight: Explore.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Discussions with others will go well today. This includes exchanges with friends as well as groups and organizations. Negotiations about shared property or how to get your fair share of something will favor you. You also might share your hopes and dreams for the future with someone. Tonight: Check your finances.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Today you will have to go more than halfway when dealing with others because the Moon is sitting opposite your sign. This isn’t a big deal. It simply requires patience and some friendly accommodation. It’s wise to do this; you’re admired. Tonight: Listen.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Work-related travel will occur for many of you today. This will please you, because you do have an urge for a change of scenery at this time. You also might invite people to your home, or gatherings might take place there for various reasons. Enjoy your day! Tonight: Get organized.