Moon Alert: Avoid shopping (except for food and gas) or major decisions from 9:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. EST today (6:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. PST). After that, the Moon moves from VIRGO into LIBRA.

Happy Birthday for Wednesday, March 4, 2026:

You are gentle, sensitive and forever curious. You have a rich imagination and great powers of concentration. This year you will reap the benefits of your previous hard work. Kudos, awards and acknowledgement will be yours. You might attain power and leadership. Expect the spotlight to shine on you.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19)
★★★★
This is a feel-good day! You have a warm feeling in your tummy. However, you might feel mildly stressed, or perhaps excited. Slow down and take a moment to catch your breath. Figure out what’s nagging you in the back of your mind. Tonight: Listen and cooperate.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
A friend or a member of a group might throw you a curveball today. Be ready for this. Or perhaps you will meet a real character today – someone intriguing and different. Whatever happens, give yourself a moment to process things before you respond. Tonight: Get organized.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)
★★★
This is a tricky day because authority figures might surprise you. (“Busted!”) Fortunately, you look good in their eyes, which will help you deal with the unexpected. Whatever happens, don’t respond in a knee-jerk reaction. Take a minute to think about your best interests. Tonight: Socialize.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)
★★★★
Travel plans might change today. Similarly, school schedules also might change. These changes might impact publishing, medicine and the law. They could be significant, or they might be as minor as meeting someone new from another culture or far away. Tonight: Cocoon at home.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★
Keep an eye on your banking and anything to do with shared property, taxes and debt. Something unexpected could impact these areas. It might be something important you don’t want to overlook. (You snooze, you lose.) Or an unexpected favor or gift might come your way. Yeah! Tonight: Interesting discussions.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★★
Today a partner, spouse or close friend will surprise you in some way. They might say or do something that you least expect, or they might introduce you to someone who is unusual and exciting. Stay flexible and keep an open attitude. Who knows? (The Shadow knows.) Tonight: Check your money.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★★
Something pleasant related to your job, medical workers or something to do with a pet might please you today. Someone might do a favor for you. Or you might receive an unexpected gift or help from someone. Pet owners would be wise to keep an eye on their pets. Tonight: You win!

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★
Because unexpected things could happen today, this is an interesting day for you! Unexpected invitations might come your way. Your kids might surprise you in some fashion. Sports events, the arts, the theater and social outings might thrill you. New romance is possible! Tonight: Enjoy privacy.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Your home routine might be interrupted today. You might buy something high-tech or exciting. A gift from a family member might delight you. A real estate opportunity might present itself. Stock the fridge; you might spontaneously entertain. Tonight: Be friendly.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★
This could be an exciting day. You might meet new faces and see new places. You also might come up with an exciting, even brilliant, idea. Your daily routine might change. This is why you need to be on your toes and aware of what’s going on. Tonight: You’re admired.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★
This could be a bountiful day for you. Gifts, money or financial advantages might come your way unexpectedly. Admittedly, the reverse might happen, and you might spontaneously buy yourself something that pleases you. You might get a better paying job, a raise or praise. Tonight: Explore and learn.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★
This is the perfect day to seek an exciting break from your daily routine. New friends who are fascinating and interesting might appear. You might suddenly socialize with someone or attend a party, or you might buy yourself something exciting to wear. (We like!) Tonight: Check your finances.