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Horoscopes

Daily Horoscope: January 05, 2017

Daily horoscopes and astrology for Aquarius, Pisces, Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, and Capricorn.
Illustration by Nicole Ginelli

The Moon is in Aries all day, picking fights like a confrontational Aries always does: It clashes with the Sun in Capricorn at 2:47 PM and Pluto in Capricorn at 5:16 PM. It's time to take a deeper look at things! Watch out for shady behavior, and be prepared to make some changes. The vibe is especially explosive and erratic when the Moon meets unruly Uranus in Aries at 11:15 PM. All times EST.


Aries

The Sun is in your sign all day, Aries! Big shifts are taking place, especially concerning your career. Are you heading where you want to go? Reflect on your professional goals today, and on your reputation.

Taurus

You're in a sleepy mood today, Taurus. Catch up on rest and time alone. You need to unwind. A lot of heavy thoughts are circulating in your head, so find a way to chill out.

Gemini

The Moon is in Fire sign Aries, lighting up the friendship sector of your chart. Today you're wondering how well you know your friends. Who can you really trust, Gemini? Unexpected news or meetings will take place today.

Cancer

The Moon is in Aries today, lighting up the fame and fortune sector of your chart; however, your partnerships will also demand your attention. Are you in the mood to share the spotlight?

Leo

The Moon is in fellow Fire sign Aries today, inspiring you try something new. Too bad work is dragging you down—stand up for yourself if someone tries to pile too many tasks on you.

Virgo

You're in an intense mood today, Virgo. Channel all your energy toward a passionate make-out session, or make some art. The Moon is in Fire sign Aries, heating things up in your intimate relationships.

Libra

Your mind is on relationships today, Libra, like it usually is. People will be making unexpected moves this evening. Pay close attention to the power dynamics in your partnerships.

Scorpio

Communication issues will flare up today, and watch out for an annoying commute or for some misunderstandings while you run around town, trying to get shit done. Do something special to pamper yourself this evening.

Sagittarius

The Moon is in fellow Fire sign Aries today, putting you in the mood to have fun. Don't let issues about finances ruin your good mood—try not to be too hard on yourself today! Also, do enjoy the unexpected flirty vibes that come your way this evening.

Capricorn

You're in a very intense mood today. Your boundaries are being tested, and you're not about to let someone walk all over you. Unexpected issues concerning home or family will pop up this evening.

Aquarius

The Moon is in Aries, lighting up the communication sector of your chart. Expect to get a lot of unexpected news today, especially this evening. Remember: Mercury is retrograde, so things are up in the air. Don't make any commitments yet.

Pisces

Money is on your mind today, Pisces. Do you have enough? Are you being greedy? Not greedy enough? Reflect on these themes today—you're at a turning point in your life and you need to work this stuff out.

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