CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Harry Styles, 25; Ronda Rousey, 32; Big Boi, 44; Michael C. Hall, 48.

Happy Birthday: Check out what others are doing before you decide to get involved. Problems with institutions and government agencies should be dealt with directly and with transparency. Clear up matters that are pending and move on to the opportunities that are within reach. New beginnings are apparent, and you want to be free and clear to take advantage of what’s offered. Your numbers are 8, 14, 21, 28, 33, 37, 46.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t rely on anyone but yourself if you want something done right. You’ll be blamed if you aren’t precise or you don’t finish on time. Plan to relax with people you enjoy being around to help ease stress due to pressure and deadlines. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Live and learn. Observing how others react will help you detect who is offering you good information and who isn’t. Choose quality over quantity if you want to come out on top. Know what you want, and go after it relentlessly. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): When opportunity knocks, open the door. Listen to what’s offered and consider the source. A change will do you good, but it has to be for the right reason. Romance is on the rise and will improve your personal life. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You’ll be drawn to situations that are different. Your interest should not mislead you. Take a look, assess the situation and take comfort in what you have and the direction you are heading. Stability should take precedence over change. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Look, see and follow through. Trust your instincts, experience and your ability to wheel and deal. Opportunities are present, along with partnerships that can change your direction and your life. A romantic gesture will improve your personal life. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Get out and have some fun. You need a break from the pressure you are feeling at home and with important relationships. A timeout will help you put what’s going on in your life back in perspective. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t fold under pressure. You’ve got more going for you than you realize, and an opportunity is within reach that can change your life. Now is not the time to procrastinate or to give someone the upper hand. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Say little and do a lot. Concentrate on being unique and creative and on developing your own style and way of doing things. An older friend or expert will help you see things differently. Take note and take over. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may crave change, but not everyone around you will be delighted with the decisions you make. Before you present your intentions, perfect your plans so you can offset complaints and criticism. Don’t leave anything to chance. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Know when to say no and when to walk away. Don’t rely on others to do what you want or to have your back. Let your basic instincts be your guide; you will find a way to reach your destination. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep a close watch on what’s going on behind the scenes. Protect against loss or giving someone access to personal information. Use your skills and intelligence to benefit you, not to help someone else prosper. Put yourself first. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): What you do to help others will in turn help you. Connect with someone you have worked with in the past. You’ll be offered something worth checking out. Pay off a debt that stands between you and something you want. 4 stars

Birthday Baby: You are opportunistic, insightful and calculating. You are inventive and ambitious.

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Eugenia Last