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For the week ending July 24

Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 19)

This is a time when you should strive to integrate your energies with friends, neighbours and the groups you identify with. A great deal of thought will be put into your secret schemes and plots. Clear the decks of any outstanding accounts and bills. Some of you will be busy with briefings, meetings, or debates. You may find yourself loaded with extra work. You can demonstrate great understanding and sensitivity to the needs of others just now, and are in a good position to communicate to groups, and society in general. Long-term commitments should be considered. Being a good listener will be to your advantage when dealing with others.

Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20)

Your drive and enthusiasm will amaze others. New offers come your way and financial success is in the offing. Travel may leave you quite exhausted or restless, and this will be a busy week. You will experience a great deal of comings and goings. When troubled or in doubt about anything, think back on your former experiences. The outcome of a similar situation in the past may be a clue for you in the present. Your emotional life may be in need of readjustment. Try to compromise with those who are close to your heart. Better relationships may develop with siblings or neighbours, or they may undergo radical changes. Try not to bite off more than you can chew, where relationships are concerned.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

Pleasure and entertainment make this an exciting and social week. A change of residence may happen. You will enjoy a good week for buying and selling, or negotiating financial transactions. You may find others will cooperate, if you take the time to give a little as well. A selfish attitude may run the risk of an emotional break-down in communication. Keep your cool when it comes to ‘who should do what’. A good week for artistic matters, design, layout work, and redecorating. A chance you take may just pay off better than you bargained for. Don’t let your preoccupation with security interfere with your social life.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

Be more aggressive in promoting yourself and your ideas; don’t be afraid to let others know. Money comes to you through employment and you may be offered a promotion. You may find yourself becoming more serious and responsible in your personal relationships. This is a particularly good time to investigate any new project, idea, or interest, and carry out your plans to implement a change of lifestyle, career or direction. Now is the time to correct past mistakes, intensify your willpower and show your leadership qualities. Entertainment and social activities bring much pleasure and happiness.

Leo (July 23 - Aug 22)

Throughout this week, you are willing to make whatever personal compromises are necessary to smooth over relationships. It will be very easy for you to express your affections to family, friends and associates. An excellent time to plan a holiday with someone you love. You are feeling light-hearted and just plain good, and want to spread the joy. You will enjoy being with other people, and the feeling is mutual. You won’t even feel as shy as usual and will make good impressions on others. Singles may meet someone special. Many invitations to social engagements will come your way, and you may meet someone who will play an important part in your life.

Virgo (Aug 23 - Sept 22)

Family matters may take up much of your time, with plenty of variety and change on the home front. Now is a good time to take stock of your life, plans, family, job and environment, to see what’s working and what’s not. You’ll learn a great deal about yourself by doing so. An emotional encounter may leave you wondering whether you did the right thing or not. Your apprehension will show around those you’re not sure about. Younger people or your children may be cause for frustration. Career or job opportunities have a good chance of success, and you seem to be at the right place at the right time. Push ahead with your personal goals.

Libra (Sept 23 - Oct 22)

Your mind is now set for orderliness and concentration. You’re organised and careful, and can handle details with clarity. You are interested only in the concrete, not the philosophical. Bad manners and emotional conflict will create obstacles. You may desire a new relationship or renew an old one. Your relationships with your parents and siblings will be important to you now. Say yes to all social events, as you may meet some interesting people who can assist you in the future. Self-discipline is favoured in all financial matters. Invest wisely, sensibly and profitably this week; real estate and business negotiations show gains if you are cautious.

Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21)

Nothing seems to bother you now, for you are in complete control of your thoughts, words and actions. You can look forward to a great deal of improvement and action on the career and home fronts. A change of attitude will improve your personal life. Children or younger people touch your heart over an issue of concern. Be nice to others as this is a week of attracting people, money or objects. Travel is exciting and enjoyable. You can even afford to be a little extravagant and self-indulgent. You will have bouts of tremendous energy and productivity. Avoid the temptation to rest on your laurels.

Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

Make an all-out effort, or you will miss opportunities that may not come by again. On the home front, you may have a tendency to be bossy and selfish. Love and family relationships have a touch of mystery around them. Perhaps you are holding back something you should discuss with those close to you. Your emotions are cloudy at this moment and you may not be your usual self. New beginnings, movement and change bring many interesting surprises. If you are trying to save money, don’t go shopping — you will overspend. Gains come through friendships, travel and a telephone conversation! This week raises your optimism and increases your confidence on many pending matters. Health may not be up to par.

Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

Let others do favours for you for a change, instead of the other way round. This is a good time to express your love to someone, and if necessary, tackle any problems there may be in the relationship. Try to get your point across on family or financial matters; children may require your attention. You will come up trumps on financial investments, buying and selling. It’s a good time to deal in law, medicine, higher education, publishing and foreign matters. You may feel a little extravagant towards the end of the week, but you can afford it. Give and take is something you will have to learn about fast, if you don’t already know the rules. Balance, harmony and agreements go a long way in making your week easier.

Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

Career and personal projects are particularly favourable. Remember to let your spouse or partner have some space. You will have a strong need to give and receive now. If you are thinking of making a commitment, this is an excellent time. Investments in innovative ventures are favoured and your family will be very supportive and offer security now. You are willing to tackle even subjects you usually consider beyond your capabilities, and you may just find your capacities expanded in the process. Concentrate your energies in developing more self-confidence. This is a prime time to discuss any problems on the work front.

Pisces (Feb 19- Mar 20)

Don’t be too flippant and casual about what you say, even if you are just kidding; you may over-step your mark. This is a good time for short trips and you may enjoy a get-away-from-it-all journey. Creative crafts and home beautification may appeal to you. Money comes in unexpected ways. Take in new events, activities, experiences of all kinds and your mind can encompass expansive topics that enhance your understanding of the universe as a whole. You will be more concerned with looking good and re-evaluating your health, so take the initiative to better yourself physically, and you will be pleasantly surprised at the results. Don’t keep anyone in the dark about your love — let them know how you feel.