Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. EDT today (12 p.m. to 1 p.m. PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Cancer into Leo.

Happy Birthday for Sunday, June 9, 2024:

You are fiery and passionate, but also gentle. You have strong beliefs that you live by. You’re quick-thinking and ready for any challenge. This year is full of exciting changes and increased personal freedom. Be ready to act fast on new opportunities. Travel will expand your world.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19)
★★★
Don’t bite off more than you can chew today, because there are challenges, especially communicating to others. Discussions with someone older or someone in authority might go south in a New York minute. Stay chill. Tonight: Socialize! This Week: Be friendly. Avoid difficult people.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)
★★★
You might have some financial concerns. Whatever you try to initiate might be blocked by someone else or happenstance. It’s hard to make things go your way. Knowing this, pull back. You can’t push the river. Tonight: Entertain. This Week: Steer clear of power struggles.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)
★★
Tread carefully today, because you might find that your actions are blocked by authority figures or that it is difficult to do what you set out to do. Therefore, be more realistic and focus on what you can accomplish. Tonight: Conversations. This Week: Trust and maintain your own happiness.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)
★★
Steer clear of controversial topics today. The outcome will be negative. Because the Moon is in your sign for much of this day, you’ll feel emotional. Later today, disputes about money might arise. Tonight: Money opportunities. This Week: Competitions are harsh.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★
Don’t insist on getting your way in discussions with friends and groups, because this will be difficult. Financial discussions might be tough. You might not get the support you expected. Don’t argue with authority. Tonight: You win! This Week: Don’t stick your neck out. Be low-key.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★
This is a tricky day to deal with authority figures. Knowing this, don’t push your agenda. This is a poor day to ask for permission or approval. Timing is everything. Furthermore, controversial issues are prickly. Tonight: Solitude. This Week: Avoid controversial topics.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
Steer clear of important discussions about politics, religion, foreign issues and certain philosophies. Likewise, the practical and financial support you also might want will be stalled in the water. Go gently today. Tonight: Friendships. This Week: It’s a poor time for financial discussions.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★
Don’t ask for handouts or practical or financial support today, because very likely, the response will be, “Talk to the hand.” Knowing this, wait for another day when the situation will be more favorable. Today it’s tough to talk to bosses and authority figures. (Plus, some people are obsessed.) Tonight: You’re admired. This Week: Be patient with close friends and partners.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Avoid arguments with partners and close friends today, which might arise because of an older family member or a difficult situation at home. Today requires patience, diplomacy and an ability to understand what it’s like to walk a mile in someone else’s wedgies. Tonight: Explore! This Week: Seek harmony at work.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★
You might not accomplish much at work today. Things aren’t flowing smoothly. Romantic relationships are challenged, including your relations with your kids. Therefore, pull in your ambitions and deal with a smaller area that is working. Tonight: Check your finances. This Week: Be loving with romantic partners and your kids.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★
This is a tough day for romance, sports events, social outings and fun times with kids, because problems and challenges seem to be present. Issues at home seem to be challenging as well. Therefore, take a realistic appraisal of things and do what you can. Tonight: Good times. This Week: Avoid family quarrels.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★
Parents might be an increased responsibility today. Something to do with home and family could be onerous. Discussions with siblings and relatives also might be difficult. Focus on achieving whatever you can do, no matter how small. Tonight: Work. This Week: Don’t be defensive or negative. Be positive!