Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions until 10 p.m. PDT today. The Moon is in TAURUS.
Happy Birthday for Friday, Aug. 15, 2025:
You are tenacious, inspirational and influential. You’re also direct, logical and practical. You like to help. This year, exciting changes bring you increased personal freedom. Stay flexible. Let go of things that might have been impeding your progress and growth. Seek out new opportunities and be ready to act fast.
ARIES
(March 21-April 19)
★★★★
Financial opportunities abound today; therefore, look for ways to boost your income. You might make money through real estate negotiations. Others will enjoy purchases of art or beautiful things to make your home more attractive. You also might entertain at home. Tonight: Check your belongings.
TAURUS
(April 20-May 20)
★★★★★
This is an amazing day! The Moon is in your sign dancing with fair Venus and lucky, moneybags Jupiter. (It doesn’t get much better than this.) Go after what you want, because you have the Midas touch. You’re charming, persuasive and everyone loves you. (Would I kid you?) Tonight: Relax.
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
★★★★
This is a feel-good day, which is why you can kick back and relax. Life has been busy, and the pace has been fast. Today, however, you can take time out to alphabetize your blessings. You also might have some excellent moneymaking ideas. Tonight: Enjoy privacy.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
★★★★★
You’re popular today. Spend the day with a friend or a group. People are happy and upbeat. In particular, you’ll feel happy to be in the company of congenial friends. And they will be happy to see you in turn because you are concerned for their welfare. Tonight: Schmooze.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★★
You’re high-viz today, which is a good thing, because you make an excellent impression on everyone. You look charming, attractive and affluent (even if you aren’t). You will excel in dealing with the public or large groups. Today you will say the right thing to the right person at the right time. Tonight: Be cool.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★★★
Travel plans look appealing! (You need to get outta Dodge.) If you can’t travel, then take a day trip. If you can’t do that, then do something different today. Go someplace you’ve never been. Be a tourist in your own town. You want to do something that is fresh and new. Tonight: Learn or study.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★★★
Financial negotiations will go well today, especially if you’re discussing details with bosses or authority figures. This is an excellent day to decide how to share something, like an inheritance. However, be aware that today whatever you give is what you will get back in return. Tonight: Check paperwork.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★★
A discussion with a partner or close friend might result in an exciting plan for some future travel. Or perhaps these plans are about higher education or exploring opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine or the law. So many possibilities; so much potential! Tonight: Listen carefully.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★★
This is an excellent day to ask for an increased budget, equipment, materials or help from others – perhaps even money. Certainly, practical considerations will favor you. Obviously, it’s the perfect day to ask for a loan or a mortgage. Doors will open for you! Tonight: Work.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★★
Enjoy schmoozing with others today. This is a fun-loving, playful day! Partners and close friends are ready to share good times with you. Anything to do with sports, the entertainment world, the arts and fun activities with children will delight you. Live it up! Tonight: Play!
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★★
This is a feel-good day for family and home. You might want to relax at home by yourself. Or you might enjoy a family get-together. It’s a particularly profitable day for those of you who work from home. Work-related travel is likely for some. Tonight: Rest.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★★
This is a fantastic day to schmooze and have fun with others. However, it’s also a wonderful day for writers and creative people, because you’re in touch with your talents and enthusiasm. It’s a magical day for those who sell, market, teach, write or act! Tonight: Get involved.
BORN TODAY
Actress Jennifer Lawrence (1990), actor Ben Affleck (1972), philanthropist Melinda French Gates (1964)