Moon Alert: After 5 a.m. EST today (2 a.m. PST) there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions. The Moon is in LIBRA.
Happy Birthday for Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026:
You are charming, calm and competent. You’re also sensitive, self-disciplined and organized. This year you reap the benefits of your hard work. Expect power and leadership. It’s a busy year for you! Seize opportunities and act on them. You will be acknowledged, perhaps in the spotlight.
ARIES
(March 21-April 19)
★★★
Interactions with others are tricky today. You might attract someone powerful to you, and this interaction might be intense, maybe even exhausting. Meanwhile, a younger friend or a member of a group might throw you a curveball. Stay off your heels. Tonight: Listen and be cooperative.
TAURUS
(April 20-May 20)
★★
Tread carefully when talking to bosses, parents and VIPs today, because something could blow up in your face in a New York minute. (It could be minor; it could be major.) Meanwhile, a discussion about how to improve your job or your health will be serious and worth consideration. Tonight: Get better organized.
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
★★
Steer clear of discussions about politics and religion. They could quickly escalate into an argument today. In fact, something unexpected might occur, possibly far away. Meanwhile, be patient during intense discussions with one of your kids or a romantic partner. Listen calmly. Tonight: Enjoy socializing.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
★★
Double-check details about banking, investments, shared property, inheritances, taxes and debt. Something unexpected could impact these areas. Stay on top of things, because if you snooze, you might lose. Meanwhile, an intense discussion with a family member might take place. Tonight: Relax at home.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★
Today will require diplomacy when dealing with partners, spouses and close friends. They might say something that catches you off guard. Or you might feel mentally distracted. Don’t make rash decisions. Today you want answers. You want to get to the bottom of something. Tonight: Important conversations.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★
Today work-related issues, or something to do with your health or a pet, might trigger knee-jerk reactions. Avoid this if you can. Slow down. Your mind is restless, which is why you might jump to conclusions or make a decision without all the facts. Take a breath. Calm down. Tonight: Check your belongings.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
Parents should know that this is an accident-prone day for your kids, which means you must be vigilant. Know where they are at all times. Meanwhile, social events might be canceled or delayed, or you might get an unexpected invitation. Avoid financial arguments. Tonight: You win!
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★
Do your best to keep peace at home today. Unexpected events will take place. Your home routine might be interrupted because of appliance breakdowns, a minor breakage or unexpected company at the door. You might get new technology for your home. Could be anything. Be cool. Tonight: Enjoy solitude.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★
This is a fast-paced day and your energy is a bit nervous. Be careful, because an accident could happen due to a distraction. Discussions with others are powerful and perhaps surprising. Keep your wits about you today, for your own sake. Tonight: Be friendly.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★
You have the attention of others today, especially if you want to assert your ideas about financial matters, earnings, cash flow or something that you own. People will listen to you. Something unexpected might occur that affects your assets. Be observant. Tonight: You’re noticed.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★
Avoid arguments with others that might erupt today, because your mind is a bit excited. (Arguments don’t have to happen.) Nevertheless, you have strong opinions when it comes to foreign countries, ideologies, politics and religion. You always have strong ideas about global issues – you want to save the world before bedtime. Tonight: Explore!
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★
This is a restless day for you. You might find yourself at odds with a daily contact, sibling, relative or neighbor. Strong feelings about shared costs, shared responsibilities or how to divide something in a fair manner also might be a major concern for you today. (These are touchy subjects!) Tonight: Check your finances.
BORN TODAY
Actor, humanitarian Michael Sheen (1969), actress Laura Linney (1964), actor Henry Golding (1987)
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