Moon Alert: Avoid shopping (except for food and gas) and important decisions until 3:45 p.m. EDT today (12:45 p.m. PDT). After that, there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions. The Moon is in CAPRICORN.
Happy Birthday for Tuesday, May 5, 2026:
You’re self-assured, helpful and concerned about others. You share your strong opinions. This is a slower paced year. It’s OK to rest. Take time to rejuvenate your energy and your outlook. Focus on business and personal relationships and attract people to you who respect your needs and will bring you happiness.
ARIES
(March 21-April 19)
★★★
This is a tricky day. Don’t get on your high horse about something and try to push your views on a friend, group or organization. The fact is you’re a bit fuzzy about your long-term goals and the road ahead. Right? If you live in a glass house, don’t throw stones. Tonight: You’re admired.
TAURUS
(April 20-May 20)
★★
Today Mercury is in your sign at odds with Pluto, which can make you obsessed about an idea. You might be preoccupied with something all day. Guard against this obsessive behavior, and don’t try to force your point of view on others. Tonight: Learn and explore.
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
★★★
Today you might have the proverbial bee in your bonnet and can’t let go of an idea. You might be focused on subjects that deal with hidden matters or covert aspects – perhaps psychology, magic or the occult. It’s a poor day for financial decisions, especially about shared property. Tonight: Check your finances.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
★★
Tread carefully when talking to friends, groups or organizations today. You might be so excited about an idea, you just won’t let go. Meanwhile, someone might be rolling their eyes. You also might feel confused about an issue when talking to a partner or spouse. Go gently. Tonight: Listen and cooperate.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★
This is a poor day to defend your position with a parent, boss or any member of authority, including the police. Don’t try to force your opinion on someone else; it will provoke an argument. Possibly, someone will try to do this to you. Stay chill. Tonight: Get organized.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★
Don’t get hung up on political, religious or racial issues today. You might be obsessed about an idea and you can’t let it go. Take a breath and step backward. Caution, because issues with kids and romantic partners might be confusing. Tonight: Socialize.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★
Don’t make a big deal about anything during family discussions today because issues are vague. In particular, lighten up when talking about wills, inheritances or shared property. These are touchy issues. Tread carefully. Tonight: Relax.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★
You’re the most forceful sign in the zodiac. Don’t come on too strong today talking to others, which you might be tempted to do because you’re super focused on something. You want to talk about it and convince others to your way of thinking. Lighten up! Tonight: An interesting conversation.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
You might be pushy at work today because you think you have a great idea. Perhaps an improvement. But others might not agree. Be careful regarding financial decisions; your thinking might be fuzzy or deluded. Tonight: Check your money.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★
Parents need to be understanding when dealing with their kids today. Don’t force an issue, because people can become obsessed about their ideas and their approach to things today. Do not fall prey to this. You will only end up with egg on your face. (Ketchup helps.) Tonight: You win!
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★
Steer clear of arguments with family members today. You might look foolish. This is because you’re obsessed about an idea, which is not too skillful. Take a step back so you can see the whole picture. Listen to what others have to say. Tonight: Enjoy privacy.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★
Avoid arguments with relatives, neighbors and siblings today. Do your best to keep an open mind and not be obsessed with one idea. It’s easy to be preoccupied with something today and try to force others to agree with you. Not good! Tonight: Be friendly.
BORN TODAY
Singer-songwriter Adele (1988), philosopher Soren Kierkegaard (1813), actor Henry Cavill (1983)