BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Carey Mulligan was born in London on this date in 1985. This birthday gal was nominated for a 2009 Oscar for her role in “An Education.” She has starred in such films as “Suffragette,” “Far From the Maddening Crowd,” and “Inside Llewyn Davis.” She voiced the role of Lady Anne York on the acclaimed mini-series “The Spoils of Babylon.” Mulligan has been married to musician Marcus Mumford since 2012 and the couple has one daughter.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You are willing to put your shoulder to the wheel to achieve your goals. Well-meaning friends may point out flaws in your plans or problems that should be addressed, so listen well.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Mind conquers matter. Springtime romances will flourish and permanent partnerships can be nurtured with a few well-placed words. Your penetrating intellect can overcome any challenge.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You shine on the social scene so don’t hide from view. Share your hopes, your dreams, and your heart with a special someone. Use your intense mental skills to brainstorm complex situations.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Keep things from spinning out of control. You may be the middleman who can direct traffic or flash a “stop” sign to keep people in line. Your charm and kindness can uplift others.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A surge of energy and determination keeps you in the lead. Key competitors may be tired out and unable to match your dynamic resourcefulness. Minor mistakes or blowups are quickly resolved.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The truth may be revealed. It is up to you to choose an appropriate ethical action. Stick to honest appraisals of people and things whenever you have a chance to express your views.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Put your head together with someone you trust to brainstorm problems. Excellent solutions to pressing problems can be developed. Hold off on starting new business matters until next week.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t neglect obligations that require your attention just because you feel a temporary financial pinch. Your big dreams of the future can come true if you keep on working hard to stay afloat.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sometimes doing nothing is doing something. Don’t be cornered by friends or feel pressured by family members into doing something that is against the rules or your principles.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Safely put all your eggs in one basket. Your judgment is better than usual so you are more likely to make wise financial decisions. A new hookup might have amorous plans for the weekend.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You don’t need to pretend to be something you aren’t. Hiding your intentions is counterproductive. Spend time with friends and get some exercise. Delay decisions about major expenditures.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Play possum. The possum plays dead to avoid being attacked and survived when the dinosaurs didn’t. Your energy levels may lag, so avoid starting anything new and steer clear of confrontations.