Horoscopes July 12, 2024: Topher Grace, make the first move

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 26; Malala Yousafzai, 27; Kimberly Perry, 41; Topher Grace, 46.

Happy Birthday: Pay attention to domestic expenditures. Fine-tune your routine and cut back where you can. An innovative approach to how you live, operate and conduct your affairs will determine the outcome. Prevent anyone from taking advantage of you or overstepping boundaries that can cost you financially or emotionally. It’s up to you to make the first move and to see your plans through to the finish line. Your numbers are 3, 12, 20, 26, 32, 38, 49.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Mix and mingle, explore your community and make peace your mantra. How you get along with others will determine how much impact you will have. If you use your ingenuity to cut corners, a change will bring financial gain. Make socialization, entertainment and romance your priorities. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Observe rather than interfere. Being stubborn won’t help you win a debate. Pay attention to your spending habits, and create a budget to help you avoid debt and stressful situations. A positive change will parlay into support and the ability to get things done. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take it upon yourself to update your look or improve your surroundings. Dealing with children, parents and close friends with love and support will encourage them to confide in you. The knowledge you acquire will help you do what’s right and gain respect. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take a deep breath and prepare to move forward. Fact-check, then question your motives to ensure you are on the right path and not on an emotional joyride. Success requires discipline, fair play and an understanding of what to do and how to gain support. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Share stories. If you offer an exciting adaptation of something you encounter, your popularity will soar. Look for opportunities to network and mix business with pleasure. You can apply pressure if you do so in an amicable manner. Shoot for the stars and make romance a priority. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Lower anxiety; don’t overload your plate or indulge in something unnecessary or costly. Focus on the adjustments that will ease stress and make your life simpler and more affordable. Learn from mistakes and set boundaries if someone pressures you or takes advantage of you. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Express your desires, speak from the heart and make travel, participation and helping others your mission. A positive personal or physical change will encourage a better response from those you encounter and promote additional opportunities. Go to where the action is. Love is favored. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take care of business, live up to your promises and let your actions speak for you. Deep discussions will lead to unnecessary repercussions. Take the road less traveled and put some muscle behind your intentions. A change of plans will turn out better than you anticipate. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don’t share personal information. Someone will twist your words or use them against you. Focus on money, health and contracts. Read the fine print, and stick to your plans and budget. A financial gain is apparent. Romance and shared expenses are favored. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Participate and experience what life has to offer in your community. Distance yourself from anyone using hype and pressure tactics to take advantage of you. Invest in yourself, not someone else. Learn from the rhetoric you hear and adjust it to fit your needs. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Concentrate on home, family and efficiency. Declutter and make room for something you want to pursue. Speak up and ask questions, and you’ll receive input that helps you implement a plan. A physical change will result in better health and confidence. Romance is in the stars. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Change can be advantageous if you stick to a budget. Discipline and originality will play roles in your success. Look at the big picture and change only what’s necessary. Say no to temptation and overindulgence. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are original, persistent and opportunity-driven. You are outspoken and unpredictable.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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