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Horoscopes

Daily Horoscope: August 18, 2016

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

Happy lunar eclipse! The full moon eclipse arrives at 5:26 AM in cool Air sign Aquarius—read your horoscope below to see how it will affect you! After the eclipse, the Moon enters emotional Water sign Pisces at 12:34 PM, creating a sensitive vibe. Watch out for arguments this evening, as the Moon will clash with aggressive Mars in Sagittarius at 12:53 AM. All times EST.


Aries

Are you spending time with the right people, Aries? Are your friends who they say they are? Today's eclipse in Aquarius is activating the friendship and community sector of your chart, so expect drama!

Taurus

The sector of your chart that rules career and popularity is being activated by today's eclipse in Aquarius. The way the world sees you will undergo a major shift. A new path is opening up for you.

Gemini

Today's eclipse in fellow Air sign Aquarius will activate the sector of your chart that rules travel and learning. If you're living abroad, taking a trip, or returning to school, expect some big revelations or changes to go down.

Cancer

You Cancers are especially sensitive to eclipses! Expect to feel very intense today. Huge transformations are taking place. Saying goodbye is hard, but today's eclipse will help you rip off the Band-Aid and move on.

Leo

The Sun has been in your sign for the last few weeks, Leo, so the spotlight has been on you! But today's eclipse is in Aquarius, the sign opposite from you on the zodiac wheel: The focus will be on your relationships, and you'll learn a lot about them today.

Virgo

Big changes are taking place in your schedule, thanks to today's lunar eclipse in Aquarius. These changes could also be taking place around your habits or your day job. Don't overextend yourself, Virgo!

Libra

The eclipse in fellow Air sign Aquarius is illuminating the sector of your chart that rules creative expression, dating, and having fun. If you've been bored or uninspired lately, this eclipse will definitely make things interesting. Big revelations are on the menu today.

Scorpio

The Moon enters fellow Water sign Pisces today, which will be wonderful for your love life; however, you'll have some bullshit to deal with at home today as well, thanks to the eclipse in Aquarius.

Sagittarius

Today's eclipse in friendly Air sign Aquarius is lighting up the communication sector of your chart, bringing you lots of information and exciting, revealing conversations. The news you hear today could be life-changing.

Capricorn

Today's eclipse in cool Aquarius is illuminating the sector of your chart that rules your cash and your self-esteem—exciting! Eclipses bring big changes and new information, so keep an open mind today.

Aquarius

There's an eclipse in your sign today, Aquarius! You're suddenly seeing things in a new light, and big changes are on the way—especially in your relationships. You've been focusing a lot on others lately, so make today all about you.

Pisces

Full moons are always super intense, and today's full moon also happens to be an eclipse, so expect to be drained, Pisces. Make extra time to sleep in or relax. You're very sensitive to other people's energy today; spend some time alone.

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