Moon Alert: Avoid shopping (except for food and gas) and important decisions after 4:15 p.m. EDT today (1:15 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. PDT). After that, the Moon moves from SAGITTARIUS into CAPRICORN.
Happy Birthday for Friday, Sept. 18, 2026:
You are charismatic, sensitive and artistic. You are also private and introspective. This is a year of new beginnings, adventures and major changes! Keep your eyes open for new opportunities and be ready to take action. What you do now will bring great benefits in the future.
ARIES
(March 21-April 19)
★★★
This is a poor day to challenge anyone. You won’t be pleased with the results. (You might come off worse than when you began.) Nevertheless, it’s in your best interest to work hard. You can also make improvements at home. Romance and finances are blessed. Tonight: Explore and learn.
TAURUS
(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
It’s important to think big today. Enjoy socializing and working with greater projects. Communications will go well today because you’re convincing. Having said that, don’t push your luck at work. Avoid conventional choices. Today is the day to go big or go home. Tonight: Check your finances.
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
★★★★
Focus on home, family and a parent. Work colleagues are supportive today. However, discussions with kids and perhaps an older friend might fall flat. Go with what works today, and what works is your desire to work to boost your income! Tonight: Be cooperative.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
★★★
This is a poor day to ask for permission or approval from authority figures, parents or the police. Instead, use your energy, drive, communication skills and winning charm to go after what you want on your own terms. Believe in yourself! Tonight: Work.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★★
Don’t give in to worry today. Remember: Worry is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do but get you nowhere. Instead, focus on making where you live look more attractive. Why not entertain. Trust your moneymaking ideas today, because you have divine protection. Tonight: Socialize.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★★
Today your Ruler Mercury is opposite stern Saturn, which prompts serious thinking. You might wonder about your place in the world. You might feel isolated or lonely. Perhaps you have to say goodbye to a loved one. Your best choice is heavy mental work. Tonight: Relax.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
Today Mercury is in your sign at odds with Saturn, which is the classic time for the ending of things, especially close relationships. Discussions will be serious. Someone might be critical of the relationship. You might have to report to an authority figure. Tonight: Study and discussions.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★
Your best option today is to work hard at whatever is in front of you. Mental work will be the best choice. In fact, if you do work hard, you will probably impress authority figures with your diligence and steady application. It’s actually an opportunity to look good. Tonight: Check your money.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Children might be an increased responsibility today. You also might be involved with younger people in some fashion. Discussions about creative projects, the education of children and sports will be serious and perhaps restrictive in some way. Tonight: You’re strong.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★
A serious discussion with a parent, boss or someone in a position of authority might take place today. If you are displeased with what happens, this is not the day to express your views. When working today, take breaks so that you can keep your spirits up. Tonight: Enjoy privacy.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★★
Writing projects and issues related to medicine or the law might be onerous today. You might feel like you have bitten off more than you can chew. Don’t be discouraged. Tackle what is in front of you in small bits. “Drip, drip, drip, and soon a large pot is full.” Tonight: A friendly discussion.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★
You might feel discouraged about financial matters or your fair share of something, especially if you’re discussing inheritances, shared property, taxes, debt or insurance issues. Be reassured that your ability to improve your job and your health will make a difference to your future this year. Tonight: You look good to someone.
BORN TODAY
Actor James Gandolfini (1961), actor James Marsden (1973), actor, screenwriter Jason Sudeikis (1975)
