Daily Scope
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 2026
THE LAST WORD IN ASTROLOGY BY EUGENIA LAST
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jeremy Lin, 38; Julian Casablancas, 48; Scott Caan, 50; Shelley Long, 77.
Happy Birthday: Live and learn. Be cognizant of facts, and fulfill your responsibilities and promises. If you take the time to do things right this year, the rewards will be greater than anticipated. Explore your options, and be diligent regarding what’s best for you. You’ll face propositions that will require thought, resourcefulness and honesty to ensure you don’t buy into something convoluted. Keep life simple. Your numbers are 3, 14, 21, 25, 32, 39, 47.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Discipline versus impulse will sum up your day. If you let your emotions lead the way, you’ll probably face setbacks and regret. Take time to address the pros and cons of every situation before you make a move. Handle financial matters, and eliminate unnecessary subscriptions and pastimes that are costly and not as effective as anticipated. 2 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be brave, not gullible. Critique every choice before you launch your next move. Dedicate more time and effort to self-improvement and realizing what’s best for you and your budget. Putting too much work into something that doesn’t pay off will leave you bearing the loss. Learn from experience, and know when to say no. 5 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can’t buy love. A change of heart will coax you into bringing about personal and lifestyle changes. Check your finances before you commit to or buy into something that may stretch your budget. Turn making do with what you have into a makeover of your surroundings that takes only your time and physical effort, not your hard-earned cash. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emotional situations will mount if you or someone close to you withholds information. Be forthright, and if you are suspicious of what someone is telling you, be blunt. It’s better to protect yourself than to be left with a mess. Enforce your will, and choose to direct your energy into someone or something that benefits you. 3 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Live and learn. How you address love, romance and personal incentives will determine the outcome. Offer what’s doable, and rise to whatever occasion brings you the most joy. Put more into your surroundings to ensure you can achieve the most in return. Keep your life resources safe from outside influences in order to bypass setbacks. Choose discipline over impulsiveness. 3 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Pay attention to detail, and engage in activities that enrich your life. An active lifestyle will lead to better choices, less stress and fewer illnesses. Spend more time and effort doing the pastimes you enjoy most. Refuse to let the changes others make disrupt your plans. Focus on what’s best for you, and take responsibility for your happiness. 5 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Move forward cautiously. The right move will lead to happiness and prosperity; the wrong one will lead to regret. You’ve got time to do your research, so don’t let anyone pressure or manipulate you into taking a leap of faith. If you think about the past, you’ll know exactly what to do next. Discipline is your ticket to better days ahead. 2 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Divvy up what’s on your agenda, and rearrange your plans to ensure you get time for self-care. Taking care of matters that reduce stress will make you aware of what’s best for you. Personal transitions appear to be moving forward. Be present and open to letting go of the past and embracing what suits you best. 4 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Put more time and effort into your home environment, personal relationships and learning how you can improve your life and daily routine. A chance to network or learn something new will help you recognize an opportunity you didn’t realize was feasible. A commitment will bring you closer to someone you love. Romance is in the stars. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Pay attention to detail when dealing with money, health and contracts, and you’ll figure out how to maintain a budget and enjoy what life has to offer. Be patient, and spend time doing what you enjoy most. Recognize what you do for the sake of others and how you take care of yourself. Get your priorities straight. 3 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If you look for the good in everything and everyone, you’ll prosper. An unusual opportunity to fulfill your professional dreams looks promising. Don’t buy into someone else’s plans; develop your own, and you’ll gain the freedom you desire. An agreement you have with someone close to you is better than you think; be reasonable. 3 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Participate in events that get you moving, engaging and meeting new people. Explore what’s available to you and how you can take advantage of situations that develop. Keep your motives and your personal secrets to yourself until you are sure you want to proceed. Be true to yourself, and engage in what excites you. Partnerships look promising. 4 stars
Birthday Baby: You are imaginative, ambitious and generous. You are impatient and playful.
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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