Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or major decisions after 10 p.m. EST today (7 p.m. to 11 p.m. PST). After that, the Moon moves from Taurus into Gemini.
Happy Birthday for Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025:
You are competent, efficient and organized. You are also sensitive and intuitive. This is a year of learning and teaching for you. Take time to reflect and renew your spiritual or religious beliefs. Explore philosophies that give you a better understanding of who you are.
ARIES
(March 21-April 19)
★★★
Keep your eyes open, because something unexpected might occur today. This is a slightly accident-prone day for you. However, a clever, practical, long-term solution for something might occur to you. Or perhaps you’ll suddenly decide to take up a new study. Tonight: Discussions.
TAURUS
(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
Today you feel restless, perhaps even impulsive. (Be careful you don’t suddenly do something you might later regret.) Fortunately, someone older or more experienced might have excellent advice for you. Don’t hesitate to consult a friend or even a member of a group for help. Tonight: Check your belongings.
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
★★★
This is a restless day. Fortunately, a boss, parent or someone in a position of authority will either help you in a practical way or give you some sensible advice. Be open to what is offered, because this assistance will benefit you. New studies, new ideas and chances to travel are at hand. Tonight: You win!
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
★★★
Surprising news from a friend or a group might catch you off guard today. Or perhaps you will meet someone new who is different or unusual. Either way, this person might represent a chance for future travel, future studies or future publishing opportunities. Listen to what they have to say. Tonight: Enjoy solitude.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★★
Bosses, parents and people in authority might say or do something that catches you off guard today. (“Busted!”) It could be anything. However, in all likelihood, it might help you settle disputes about shared property, debt or inheritances. There will be a practical benefit. Tonight: Friendships.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★
Travel plans will be interrupted today. They will either be canceled, rescheduled or delayed. Likewise, school schedules might be interrupted. Someone older or perhaps a partner or spouse will help you stabilize the situation, which is fortunate. Tonight: You’re noticed.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
Keep an eye on your assets, your bank accounts and anything to do with inheritances and shared property. Something unexpected could impact these areas. (You snooze, you lose.) When it comes to money, information is power. Spend some time and do your homework. Tonight: Explore!
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★
Someone close to you, probably a partner or spouse, might throw you a curveball today. They might say or do something that surprises you, or perhaps something unexpected has happened to them. Either way, you might feel caught off guard. Be vigilant about your kids. Tonight: Check your finances.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Keep your eyes open. Something related to your job, your pet or your health might surprise you today. An older family member might be helpful or have practical suggestions for you. It never hurts to listen to the advice of someone more experienced in case it benefits you. Tonight: Cooperate.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★
Parents should be vigilant today, because this is a potentially accident-prone day for their kids. Therefore, keep your eyes open and know where your kids are at all times. Meanwhile, you might devise a plan and set it in action. You want some practical results now and in the future. Tonight: Work.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★★
Your home routine might be interrupted today. Small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur. Surprise company might appear at your door. Take it easy. Get dressed. Stock the fridge. Take a practical approach to things so that you’re ready for anything. Tonight: Socialize.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★
Pay attention to everything you say and do, because this is an accident-prone day. However, on the upside, you might come up with a brilliant, genius-like idea. New faces and new places are likely. Listen to the advice of someone older or more experienced. This might help you. Tonight: Relax.
BORN TODAY
Actress Laura Linney (1964), actor Michael Sheen (1969), actor Henry Golding (1987)