Daily Scope

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2026

THE LAST WORD IN ASTROLOGY BY EUGENIA LAST

     CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ryan Reynolds, 50; Cat Deeley, 50; Weird Al Yankovic, 67; Dwight Yoakam, 70.

     Happy Birthday: Follow your intuition when dealing with professional, financial or minor medical issues, but research will serve you better when it comes to domestic matters, helping others or taking care of situations that concern you, like the equality of your relationships. You mustn’t procrastinate. Discover what’s best for you, and take the necessary steps. Engage in affordable moves that help eliminate what’s no longer working for you, and initiate new beginnings. Your numbers are 4, 11, 23, 27, 35, 41, 48.

     ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep the momentum flowing. Start conversations, share your thoughts and recognize who and what will help you reach your goal. Transitions can be favorable if cultivated properly. Be the bright light and the star in the room; become the go-to person. You have plenty to gain if you are entertaining, factual and able to finish what you start. 3 stars

     TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Slow down, be methodical and press forward with questions, adjustments and caution when agreeing to requests. Focus on quality, content and separating yourself from any competition you encounter. Treat social events with care. Having a networking mentality will help you establish your reputation, build worthwhile connections and forge ahead with confidence. 3 stars

     GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Raise questions, embrace change and align yourself with those who have something of interest to share. Put your energy into emerging as the best version of yourself and offering what you can to those in need of clarity and confirmation. Look at the big picture, and turn your surroundings into a place of comfort and peace. 4 stars

     CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t waste your time and energy on situations you have no control over. Concentrate on what makes you happy, creative pursuits that soothe your soul and spending time with those who enrich your life. Broaden your awareness, and indulge in learning, sharing and showing gratitude. Focus on personal growth, self-improvement and activities that help you look and feel your best. Embrace love. 2 stars

     LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Keep life simple, conversations factual and offers doable. Refuse to let ego or power plays put you in a vulnerable position. Domestic problems will surface if you don’t hold up your end of a bargain. Direct your energy toward learning, engaging and using wisdom to carry you forward with dignity and grace. Avoid arguments and risky situations. 3 stars

     VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Thinking ahead and talking to experts will point you in the right direction. Avoid snap decisions. Protect your reputation. Offer only what’s feasible. Having a heart-to-heart talk with someone you love will lead to alternatives. Don’t promise more than you can deliver. Make personal gains and growth your objectives, and make your choices clear to those asking for too much. 3 stars

     LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You are stepping into new territory. Keep your eyes wide open and your money and possessions in a safe place. Focus on what’s possible, and ditch pie-in-the-sky ideas that offer little gain and plenty of your valuable time. Speak to the issues that bother you, and adjust what used to feel natural but now feels foreign. 3 stars

     SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Doing too much too fast will backfire. Slow down; refuse to get wrapped up in someone else’s ideas, problems or scams. Distance yourself from negativity, and cling to people and projects that help you grow. Explore your feelings, and choose what makes you feel good about yourself and what you achieve. Be a leader, not a follower. Romance is favored. 5 stars

     SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Let the creative juices flow, and start building the life you want to live. Separate yourself from those heading in a different direction, and align yourself with those who share your vision. Invest time and money into research, development and broadening your sense of what’s doable, and refuse to let anyone veer you off course. Trust your instincts. 2 stars

     CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You have more maneuverability than you realize. Don’t sit tight when you can reach out and communicate with people who have traveled the path you want to take. Make your life easier and your expectations clear. Travel, connect with the right people and revise your plans to suit your demands. Be realistic and say no to hype. 4 stars

     AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You are overdue for a change of pace. Gear up and get ready to engage in what’s available, and discover what works best for you. Don’t sit back when action is necessary. Stop chasing and start doing. Use your skills appropriately, and you’ll find your bliss lies in self-satisfaction and doing things your way. 3 stars

     PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Invest in and take better care of yourself. Let go of whatever is holding you back, and head in a direction that offers hope for a better future. Avoid financial and health issues tied to stress by taking control and reaching out for help if necessary. Contracts, solutions and surrounding yourself with the right people are your tickets forward. 3 stars

     Birthday Baby: You are adaptable, curious and orderly. You are passionate and protective.

     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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