A baby born today has a Sun in Scorpio and a Moon in Capricorn until 8:17 a.m., when the Moon enters Aquarius.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, Oct. 23, 2020:
Energetic, quick and resourceful, you have a talent for improvisation, and this year you use that to not only survive but thrive. 2021 is your most successful and most stable year to date. If single, a passionate yet stormy relationship is on the horizon. If attached, you and your partner are in for a genuinely joyful year and will experience a life-changing trip. PISCES never bores you as others do.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

New horizons beckon. A phase of your professional life is ending and another one is beginning. Be receptive to changes. Tremendous ambition and pressure to succeed in your career are building. Today promises rewards, but you have demands to meet first. Tonight: Relax.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Expect conflict between the needs of the heart and a desire to achieve. Shy away from romantic involvements that lack sincerity. Don’t take others for granted; associates might not be as they first appear. Tonight: Catch up with an elderly family member.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Today favors study and travel. Journeys of the mind also will take you to new places. You can touch the hearts of others with your eloquent writing and speaking. Communication and understanding will be greatly improved. Tonight: New concepts broaden your outlook.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Transformation that has already begun will reach new potentials. Life is full of sparkle, but resist the temptation to control. Recognize and respect synchronicity. Allow destiny to play her hand, and you will triumph. Tonight: A night full of wonderment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Legal matters can be concluded successfully today. Listen and concentrate. Kindness and patience are needed. Romantic involvements and friendships are subject to special stresses. Don’t overextend yourself financially. The head and heart will be in harmony. Tonight: Special date night.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Create healthy attitudes about finances and maintain relaxed working conditions today. Add fresh apples to your diet. The old adage “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” applies to you now. Tonight: Friendships can impact your career, both positively and negatively.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today brings teamwork and cooperation to assure success. Charming and talented associates create opportunities for you to fulfill a cherished wish. A new project can be shared with one you love and admire. Tonight: Celebrate as only a Libra knows how.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Your thoughts will center on home life and understanding family members. Avoid a change of residence while Mercury is still in retrograde until Nov. 3 though, as the move would prove troublesome. Tonight: A talkative evening with relatives who all have something to say.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Vehicles can be unreliable or directions and car keys lost. Use care in communication during this time, for messages can be lost or misconstrued. Concentrate on clarity, and the mental cobwebs will be swept away and you’ll find your path again. Tonight: Emails and calls.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today indicates that a creative idea could turn into a profit-making venture. Earning enough to pay for new treasures will absorb your attention. Enjoy all that you have rather than lamenting that which eludes. You’ve been concerned about security. Tonight: Give yourself a break.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You’ll have tremendous energy and motivation, but could be quick to irritation. Aromatherapy and home remedies suggested by friends can help. Focus on only constructive thoughts and actions, and the world will be at your feet. Tonight: Exactly as you want it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

There will be a yearning for solitude today. Deep peace and satisfaction come through time spent in solitary reverie. Quiet good deeds and kindnesses performed will deepen your personal happiness. Expect to notice a stronger rapport with wild places. Tonight: Early bedtime.

Born today: Comedian Johnny Carson (1925), soccer player Pele (1940), director Ang Lee (1954)