Moon Alert: Avoid shopping (except for food and gas) and important decisions after 10:15 p.m. EDT today (7:15 p.m. PDT). The Moon is in SCORPIO.
Happy Birthday for Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026:
You’re dynamic, focused and organized. You present a serious face to the world and have a desire to change society. This is a year of new beginnings, adventures and major changes. Grab new opportunities and be ready to act. What you do now will bring great benefits in the future.
ARIES
(March 21-April 19)
★★★
Although mild quarrels might arise about how to share the expense of something, don’t let this rankle you. Instead, focus on socializing, the arts, sports and fun activities with kids. This is a great day to schmooze! Tonight: Check banking details.
TAURUS
(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
Tread carefully when talking to family members, spouses, partners and close friends, because things are tense today. Furthermore, Mars in your House of Communications makes you more aggressive. Pull in your reins a bit. Keep things light. Tonight: Be cooperative.
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
★★★
There are two options available to you today, which is quite appropriate for a GEMINI (the Twins). You can get caught up in squabbles with siblings, relatives, neighbors and work colleagues – or you can play hooky and have fun doing whatever you want. (No-brainer.) Tonight: Focus on your health.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
★★★★
Romantic partners must be patient with each other. Likewise, parents must be patient with their kids. Meanwhile, it’s the perfect day to redecorate and tweak your digs. You might even entertain. Get some physical exercise. (Even dancing for three minutes.) Tonight: Socialize!
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★
Today the Sun, Mercury and Jupiter are in your sign; however, the Moon is at odds with your Sun, triggering domestic arguments and tension with people at home. Fortunately, fair Venus, in your House of Communications, will smooth your words. Dish out the sweetness. Tonight: Relax at home.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★
Something going on behind the scenes today might make you feel disgruntled. This mood might affect how you speak to others. Not good. Instead, throw your energy into interacting with friends, groups and organizations. You also might buy something beautiful today. Tonight: An interesting conversation.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
This continues to be a great time for you to buy wardrobe items, which is not a bad idea, because you like to look your best. Did you know that the sign of LIBRA has domain over haute couture? This is why you always look good. Avoid money squabbles today. Use your energy to work. Tonight: Maintain your possessions.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★
Today the Moon is in your sign at odds with the Sun, right at the top of your chart. This means you should avoid quarrels and power struggles with bosses, parents, teachers, VIPs and the police. Instead, dabble in secret love affairs, or explore avenues in travel, medicine, the law and publishing. Stay out of trouble. Tonight: Define future goals.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Steer clear of controversial subjects today, because they will irk you. (Naturally, you have opinions.) Instead, decide to have fun with a friend or a group. Explore new ideas and try to learn something new. It’s also a passionate day. Hmmm. Tonight: Privacy.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★
Avoid squabbles with a friend today. Likewise, don’t get caught up fighting a member of a group, because what’s the point? Today is challenging. Even partners and close friends might annoy you. Instead, focus on goals, your career and earning some brownie points with bosses, parents and authority figures. Tonight: Be friendly.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★
There’s a high probability that you might have a public argument with someone today. In fact, you might be at odds with a boss, parent, teacher, VIP or the police. This is not a good idea. The upside is not favorable. Your best option today is to work hard and get organized. That’s a winning choice. Tonight: Be modest.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★
Don’t get bogged down in arguments about politics, religion or racial issues today, which is easy to do! Instead, focus on socializing with others, exploring sports, enjoying playful times with kids and expressing your creative talents. Great choice. Tonight: Explore!
BORN TODAY
Actor Matthew Perry (1969), fashion designer Coco Chanel (1883), aviation pioneer Orville Wright (1871)
