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Let’s just kick the elephant out of the room right away. It’s hard to write a guide to Highland Park without addressing the “G” word. The neighborhood has been described as a poster child of gentrification, and for anyone who spends time there, it’s easy to see why.

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Within the Northeast neighborhood nestled between downtown L.A. and Pasadena, you’ll see the Highland Park of the past: find remnants like the stone castle that was once the home of Charles F. Lummis, a poet and journalist who famously walked from Cincinnati to Highland Park — yes, you read that correctly — to accept a job at the Los Angeles Times in the mid 1880s. (He later went on to found the Southwest Museum, L.A.’s first museum, close by.)

You’ll see the Highland Park that remains: a working-class hub where bandas practice outside for all to hear, the smell of street tacos fills the air, multigenerational families play together at the park and iconic fixtures like the 22-foot-tall Chicken Boy statue that hovers over North Figueroa like a friendly mascot.

And you’ll see the Highland Park that’s emerging: an L.A. hot spot where young people flock to sip on fancy cocktails along York Boulevard and hang out at a chic Prohibition-era bowling alley.

Somehow, all these versions exist together. These days, it’s common to see luxury companies like Le Labo, which sells candles for upward of $90, move next door to small businesses such as the beloved Mexican family-owned Delicias Bakery & Some that has been serving fresh pan dulce for nearly 35 years. The community collectively mourned when its 100-year-old historic movie theater closed last March.

As one of L.A.’s first suburbs, Highland Park began the 20th century as an artsy oasis that was dotted with charming Craftsman homes. By the 1960s, the neighborhood had transformed into an epicenter for Latino life. The evolution of Highland Park has brought all the usual tensions between longtime residents and newcomers, many of whom were priced out of areas like Silver Lake and South Pasadena.

In spite of that, Highland Park has managed to hold onto its roots and small-town charm. This is in part thanks to nonprofits like the Highland Park Heritage Trust and community members who have been working to preserve the neighborhood’s rich history and cherished cultural hubs.

“A lot of the identity is still here, things that just make it feel like home,” says Michael Nájera, 35, whose family has lived in the neighborhood for three generations. He and his wife co-founded a running club called Tofu Scramble that meets at local coffee shops on Friday mornings.

“There’s a strong sense of community here. Even with everything going on these days, it’s amazing to see people out — some of us because we can, and others at risk because they have to,” he adds, referring to the recent ICE raids. “And still, this feels like a place where it’s OK to be brown and to be outside.” It’s common to see local businesses displaying Know Your Rights cards in support of their neighbors.

Rocio Paredes, a director and photographer who attended Franklin Middle School and High School in Highland Park, adds that “Chicanoism is very engraved in our DNA here.” You can see the culture’s influence in spaces like the Centro de Arte Público and the Mechicano Art Center, both of which were home to Highland Park’s Chicano Arts Collective, an organization that helped advance the political aims of L.A.’s Chicano movement in the 1970s. And also at local restaurants. At Las Cazuelas, a family-run Salvadoran pupuseria that’s been open since 1985, Parades says, “It’s like a f— time capsule.”

From historic Craftsman homes, beautiful hills, bountiful green spaces, cuisine from various cultures, vintage shops of varied prices and a vibrant nightlife scene, there’s so much to appreciate about Highland Park.

Despite a handful of popular Día de los Muertos events facing cancellation due to community fears surrounding ICE operations, many annual celebrations throughout Southern California will continue to honor the dearly departed as planned.

Organizers for the Oct. 18 El Sereno Día de los Muertos Festival are working with Councilwoman Ysabel Jurado and her team to ensure the safety of its attendees during a precarious time for immigrant communities. Others, like the Museum of Latin American Art’s Day of the Dead Family Festival on Oct. 26, are placing an added emphasis on resilience.

This year, De Los is hosting a free community celebration to commemorate the holiday on Oct. 25 from 2 to 10 p.m. at the Las Fotos Project. Attendees can enjoy a community altar, a skull decorating workshop, face painting and more.

De Los will also be accepting submissions for our annual digital altar from Oct. 15 to Nov. 2. Community members can submit a photograph or memento to honor the memory of their dearly departed — pets included.

Here is a list of other Día de los Muertos observations and events taking place across Southern California.

Karen Garcia contributed to this reporting.

Whether your dream escape involves tanning on a tropical beach or exploring Europe with a backpack, a smart booking strategy can make it a reality. Here are some tips to help you save money when booking your 2026 holiday…

As the bitter cold arrives and we wrap ourselves in our cosiest knitted jumpers, it’s perfectly normal to start fantasising about warmer climes and thrilling getaways.

Whether you’re picturing yourself soaking up rays on a paradise beach or trekking across Europe with just a rucksack, clever booking tactics can turn those dreams into reality.

Making magical memories doesn’t have to break the bank, so here are two travel experts’ step-by-step guides to slashing costs when planning your 2026 getaway, and making sure that your break is budget-friendly as it can be.

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Book far in advance

“If you can book three to nine months in advance you can often get good deals, especially for packaged holidays or if you’re booking for a family,” says Laura Carden-Lovell, travel expert and head of operations at Transfer Travel.

“We’ve seen that slow travel, so taking longer to get to a destination, has been increasing in popularity,” Carden-Lovell points out. “So, taking the scenic train for example. Trains can be quite expensive so I would recommend booking these far in advance.”

Utilise comparison websites

Fight the temptation to snap up the first bargain that appears in your social media feed, as a little extra patience and detective work could uncover an even better offer.

“Have a look around and use comparison sites to compare prices before you hop onto the first holiday you see,” advises Carden-Lovell. “Comparison sites like Skyscanner and Hopper are brilliant.”

Purchase individual flights

“Booking one-way flights is often a great hack and can be a good way to reduce the prices of flights, as booking a return flight can often be more expensive,” says Carden-Lovell.

Is an all-inclusive break really good value?

Do your homework and weigh up self-catering options. Carden-Lovell suggests, “I think that all-inclusive holidays can be more convenient and potentially cheaper for families and bigger parties, but for solo travellers I think there are ways you could do it cheaper by just buying local food, for example,”.

Consider booking a holiday outside of the peak season to avoid inflated flight costs and crowds

“Shoulder season, typically between September and March (excluding Christmas and New Year), is probably the best time of year to go on holiday to get cheaper tickets,” Carden-Lovell advises. “Most destinations also tend to be less crowded this time of year.”

Jakes Maritz, co-founder of Expat Explore, added: “Timing is everything. If you can, book flights for a Tuesday or Wednesday as midweek departures are often significantly cheaper than weekend travel. It’s also worth checking prices from regional airports, where lower demand can translate into smaller surcharges and more affordable fares.”

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Resale platforms might be worth considering if your dates aren’t flexible

“If you can’t be flexible with dates, using resale marketplaces are often a good way to get a cheap holiday package,” says Carden-Lovell. “If someone can’t go on their holiday, they can list it on a resale marketplace like Transfer Travel and you can often get a really good bargain.”

Despite some negative perceptions, Carden-Lovell assures, “I know resale platforms have had a bad rep for not being safe and secure, but they are usually a simple, safe and legit way to do it, rather than Facebook marketplace. Just make sure you check that customer services are verifying each listing and that the platform you are using has a secure payment method.”

Consider trips to the Mediterranean, Eastern Europe or Scandinavia

Carden-Lovell suggests, “I think it is a good idea to stay away from the really popular destinations and to consider going on holiday somewhere like Eastern Europe instead, for example, which is likely to be cheaper in 2026,” He also mentions that “Coolcations are also trending and Scandinavian countries are really good and are generally cheaper to visit now. Mediterranean countries like Greece and Portugal are also looking super cheap in the forecast for 2026.”

Look at alternative accommodation

Why not swap those pricey hotels for something a bit different?

“For budget travellers, places like hostels are often really cheap and Airbnbs can often be a cheap alternative to typical hotels as well,” Carden-Lovell advises. “Staying outside the major tourist hubs is also a good tip to save money on accommodation during the summer holidays.”

Check on Sundays

“When it comes to accommodation, keep an eye on Sundays,” advises Maritz. “Industry data consistently shows that this is the cheapest day of the week to book hotels. Travellers should also consider package deals, as bundling flights, hotels and sometimes activities together often comes out cheaper and protects you from hidden costs.”

Bold claim, I know. But the Clown Motel is special. Owner Vijay Mehar has taken an old motel and filled it with clowns. Paintings, murals, dools, ceramic figures. Many of them frowning or shrieking.

What guests love, Mehar has learned, is fear, loathing, painted faces, circus vibes and hints of paranormal activity. To be afraid, basically.

“America’s Scariest Motel,” say the brochures by the register. “Let fear run down your spine.”

The 31 guest rooms teem with enough clown imagery to eclipse a Ringling Brothers reunion. The gift shop is vast and troubling. (Clown knife, anyone?)

And then there are the neighbors. The motel stands next to the Old Tonopah Cemetery, most of whose residents perished between 1900 and 1911, often in mining accidents.

Some guests sign up for ghost hunt tours or explore the cemetery after dark. Others settle in with a horror movie, perhaps one of the several made on site, along with countless Youtube videos.

When I visited in late 2024, Mehar said hundreds of people stop by the motel on busy days, mostly focusing on the gift shop and the crowded, dusty shelves of the lobby-adjacent clown museum.

“When we came here, there were 800 or 850 clowns,” Mehar said. “Right now, we have close to 6,000.”

Throughout the motel’s corridors, walls and no-frills guest rooms (rated at 3.5 stars by Yelp and Trip Advisor), the clowns continue against a color scheme of purple, yellow and red, augmented by polka dots of blue and green. Rates start at $99.

If you book Room 222, which highlights Clownvis (Elvis as a clown, basically), the motel warns that you may be awakened in the wee hours by a mysterious “malevolent entity.”

The hotel also advises all guests that, despite monthly pest-control visits, they may encounter “UFI’s (Unwanted Flying Insects),” because rooms open to the outdoors. (This part of Nevada is known for its many Mormon crickets.)

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.

Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. 

♈ ARIES

March 21 to April 20

Working with what you have, in terms of ideas or emotions, could be better than starting over.

So even if the impulse is strong, do sit with this for a while.

A new way forward can show itself.

The way Neptune is guiding your heart may feel puzzling sometimes, but deep down you can sense the true strength.

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♉ TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

The foundations of your chart matter so much to you to feel secure.

But the one person who can really control this today is you.

So ask yourself honestly what you could do differently.

At work, letting small niggles go can leave extra energy for a big final push – towards a top team or a signed-off document.

Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♊ GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

Your zodiac gift is your charm and conversational flair – and it’s a day to use this at every chance you get.

A stranger you exchange a few words with could be player in your future, so give everyone you connect with the radiance of your Gemini light.

Partners who play together can be winners in a luck contest.

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♋ CANCER

June 22 to July 22

That noise in your mind around money could be feeding off memories more than facts – today you are star-supported to see the difference.

But you also recognise any unfairness in a bond or deal, and can start to correct the balance.

Jupiter ups your ability to be spontaneous, and to seize prize opportunities.

Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♌ LEO

July 23 to August 23

A role in someone else’s romance may have worked once, but no longer fits you – so find the words to break free.

This can create the space in your heart you need to manage your feelings better and end a time of love hesitation.

If you’re single, someone who posts on social media every day can be a source of passion.

Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♍ VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

You are hiding something important – perhaps for the best of reasons.

But you sense this has to end – and today you have the right chart to start this process.

Security is so important to you – and Saturn backs this up.

When it comes to cash, saving is good, but not if it stops you spending on genuine needs.

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♎ LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

Lending or borrowing are not a good fit for your chart today – especially among friends.

It’s more important to find out why certain favours are requested, and what this means for two or more people.

You are the zodiac love-leader and partners can be back in tune, while new love links to a shared selfie.

Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♏ SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

You want to try something daring in terms of image or style? This can be your moment.

Rip up the fashion rule-book and go your own way – there can be an eager audience waiting to see what you do next.

Learning-based prizes can be a feature for you – to explore any opportunity to expand your knowledge.

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♐ SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

Solving mysteries, in person, or in a drama or literature setting, comes naturally when you try.

You have a knack for seeing beyond the surface, and for bringing people along with you.

So ask those big questions, of others and of yourself.

Being picky in passion terms clears the decks for “G” to appear.

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♑ CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

Staying flexible in financial terms, rather than rushing to fix some figures fast, can lead you towards the big break you need.

So do resist any pressure to sign up to, or sign off, a deal before you’re ready.

You will know when you are, and this is your decision to make.

Love asks more of you, in ways that can heal your heart.

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♒ AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

You may not feel you need togetherness – but you can still want it.

Love bonds on every level are the focus of your moon chart, and this allows you to be, and seem, more vulnerable than usual.

If you start the day single, you only have to hear one word uttered in an intriguing accent, to be totally hooked.

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♓ PISCES

February 19 to March 20

Mars’ rebellious streak could sabotage a work or love task that should be so straightforward.

If you recognise this urge, be ready to respond, and tap into your personal store of patience.

If you’re single, however, this planet clash can pair you with someone who appears 100 per cent “trouble” – yet irresistible.

Get all the latest Pisces horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column is being kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.

Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. 

♈ ARIES

March 21 to April 20

As Pluto’s retrograde ends, you can begin that overdue review of your social circle – who inspires and supports you, who loves to criticise or condemn?

Changing the balance of power in bonds is a big ask, but it’s one you can achieve now.

Later, the atmosphere at home can lighten when you focus 100 per cent on the future.

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♉ TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

Knowing what you really want, in terms of success, has been a challenge for months, but your chart is clearing now.

And that one ambition that keeps coming back into your mind can be the one to pursue.

The more “impossible” it seems, the more you can commit. Green and yellow can be lucky.

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♊ GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

Even if money decisions seem challenging, this can be your day to share them with someone you trust.

You have all the star assets you need to deal with any feedback.

Love lessons may feel tough, but with input from Venus and Uranus they can build the resilient heart you need in order to move on.

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♋ CANCER

June 22 to July 22

Disruption may not be your first choice as a calm-loving Cancer, but as Pluto spins forward again, you are ready to make waves.

At work, a team that has felt an uneasy fit can be reset.

While in a love bond, you can see where you need to make a stand – the difference this time is you have the confidence to do it.

Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♌ LEO

July 23 to August 23

True self-knowledge is not always comfy because it means accepting weaknesses as well as strengths.

But you are equipped to do this now, and to accept every part of yourself.

So you can live in more meaningful ways.

A set of names, or numbers, you associate with Christmas could link to luck.

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♍ VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

Old career hopes that you assumed were gone could suddenly re-emerge.

This is your signal that something needs to change – and with the positive power of Pluto, it can.

When you take yourself seriously, make some enquiries, the future can look so different.

A cash windfall can link to “V” names or places.

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♎ LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

The moon and Neptune enhance your emotional intelligence, and this can be a day to choose teammates and prospective partners with your heart rather than your head.

How you feel matters – even if this seems to lead you in some unlikely directions.

Scan through old “W” messages for a potential luck link.

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♏ SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

Admitting you feel unchallenged, maybe even bored, by aspects of your life is an important step – as marking time is never a good match for your restless energy.

It may feel risky to shake the foundations of a family, or friendship, but you are ready to make good changes.

Don’t settle for “maybe” if you need “yes”.

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♐ SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

If you have changed your view about an upcoming journey or project, you need to speak up soon.

There is a strong drive towards honesty in your chart, even if this means adjusting rules or relationships.

Trust yourself to say what is true.

Saturn steadies a family so deep bonds can survive any ripples.

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♑ CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

Instead of being black and white, right and wrong can slip into some grey areas today – not always easy for you to navigate.

But you have such a core of self-belief, and this can sustain you even if you need to admit you have made mistakes.

A love bond can leap several stages and bring forward a future date.

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♒ AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

This can be a day to start letting go, of everything from old clothes or general clutter, to outdated ideas of who you are.

There is a sweep-clean star formation in your chart that thrives on change.

Difficult feelings, like jealousy or doubts, can be side effects, but never question your ability to deal well with these.

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♓ PISCES

February 19 to March 20

Colours that make you stand out in a crowd, rather than fading into the background, set the scene for your day – so do try out that more daring look you’ve been thinking about.

Your usual passion style may be to fit in – but you are ready to make your mark instead.

And wait for exciting new partners to be drawn toward you.

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My 73-year-old mother is coming to visit from the East Coast. She recently had hip surgery and it’s painful for her to walk too far. She likes quirky experiences like sushi on conveyor belts. I live in Sawtelle. Other times she has come we have gone to the Getty Villa, a couple studio tours, live taping of “Jeopardy!” and a local ramen place. She likes places with a backstory. For example in Boulder, she wanted to drive past the house where JonBenét Ramsey had lived because she is obsessed with true crime. One thing she did say she wanted to do was try to see “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” — CJ Schellack

Here’s what we suggest:

First off, your mom sounds like a good time. And I agree with her: The best places to visit often have an interesting backstory. Let’s start with the food. Given that your mom likes sushi experiences, make a stop at Yama Sushi Marketplace, conveniently located in your neighborhood. The family-owned Japanese seafood shop sells restaurant-quality sushi at takeout prices, writes Tiffany Tse in our guide to Sawtelle. “Just point to what catches your eye, and the staff will slice it fresh, sashimi-style, right in front of you,” she adds. Or if you’d prefer to check out another revolving sushi spot, check out Kura, which has a Sawtelle location.

To satisfy your mom’s appetite for one-of-a-kind, quirky experiences, head to Galco’s Soda Pop Stop in Highland Park. Yes, it’s a bit of a push from your hood — don’t go during rush hour — but it’s worth the trek, especially if you have a sweet tooth. The 100-year-old family-owned shop is stacked with aisles of rare sodas from around the globe, nostalgic candies and retro toys that its 82-year-old owner John Nese tells me “you can’t find anywhere else.” In the back of the shop, next to the make-your-own-soda station, there’s a deli stand that sells “blockbuster” sandwiches — a name that was inspired by boxing legend Rocky Marciano who, after tasting one, declared “This is a real blockbuster!” (Pro tip: If Nese is there when you visit — and the likelihood is high because he “practically lives there,” he says — be sure to ask him for a rec.)

Once you’ve secured your snacks, grab a picnic blanket or low chair and head over to Hollywood Forever Cemetery to watch a movie — a favorite L.A. experience for many of my colleagues. Through Halloween, Cinespia is hosting movie nights at the cemetery where stars like Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney and Johnny Ramone are laid to rest. Films are projected onto a mausoleum wall and moviegoers sit on the lawn (an open area with no graves). There’s a designated wheelchair user and companion area with restrooms close by, and accessible parking is available with a placard (though you’ll still need to buy a parking pass in advance).

But if you think your mom would be more comfortable indoors, check out the Quentin Tarantino-owned New Beverly Cinema, known for screening double features of classic, indie, cult and foreign flicks the old-fashioned way — on 35mm film. As Michael Ordoña writes in our guide to the best movie theaters in Los Angeles, “the New Bev is just what a rep cinema should be. It’s cozy, with a mellow, enthusiastic vibe. Surprises sometimes occur.”

To tap into your mom’s inner true crime fascination, make a visit to some of L.A.’s darker landmarks. “I like to take friends visiting from the East Coast on a drive along the Sunset Strip to show them where famous people died, like Belushi at Chateau Marmont and River Phoenix outside the Viper Room,” senior audience editor Vanessa Franko tells me. (Bonus: You don’t even need to get out of your car.) But if you prefer an actual tour, visit the Greystone Mansion and Gardens, where oil heir and homeowner Ned Doheny and his secretary, Hugh Plunkett, were found dead in 1929. Times travel writer Christopher Reynolds recommends it, saying that at this destination, you get “a crime scene, filming location and L.A. oil history, all in one.” We’ve also curated a list of 12 iconic L.A. film and TV horror homes that’s worth checking out (the filming location for the WB series “Charmed” is featured in the photo illustration above). I hope that you and your very cool mom have the best time. Please send us pictures if you hit up any of these spots.

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.

Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. 

♈ ARIES

March 21 to April 20

This can be a day of shifts in your thinking about longterm love, as Venus solidifies hopes for the future – even if you have never seen yourself as the marrying, or re-marrying, type.

So keep your heart open.

If you’re single, the moment you meet a high-energy Libra, you sense something special.

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♉ TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

Maybe you have given up hope lately that love could be, or feel, different – but today there is a strong sense of hope in your chart, and this can focus your feelings.

So you know exactly what to do, and when to do it.

Family matters that may have got muddled can become clear when you ask for space.

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♊ GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

A lightness of spirit infuses your chart with fun and flirtation opportunities, and when you meet a quiet former colleague for the second time, sparks can fly.

Questions you ask your heart, that may stop you feeling free, can be answered at last.

A set of words could reach the right destination with just one change.

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♋ CANCER

June 22 to July 22

Your place in a family may not be what you would choose – but you do have the energy to make it work.

So try to leave any doubts in the dust and push forward now, with confidence.

You have deep insight into other people’s worries.

This gives you power – the key to happiness is only to use this for good, not greed.

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♌ LEO

July 23 to August 23

Jupiter generosity grows stronger in you by the minute – so it’s important to find ways to share this.

Instead of endlessly planning that act of kindness, just make it. And offer compliments freely.

Confidence that’s been fading can bounce back, more vibrant than ever.

Find luck potential where items are claimed.

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♍ VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

What love truly means to you is your question of the day – because you may be tested in ways you don’t expect.

But being clear about what and how you feel, can be your emotional armour. So be honest with yourself.

A friendship that has waxed and waned, maybe for years, could be your link to overnight luck.

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♎ LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

After months of feeling unsure, you are ready to call the shots in romance – starting by setting new rules for yourself.

If you know you give too much, or ask too little, this can change, but no one else will make it happen for you.

Your cash chart is super-savvy, a mix of logic and courage making you hard to beat.

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♏ SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

An emotional journey you have delayed starting can begin now – as you let yourself learn from experiences, instead of blaming them.

Your chart is strong in self-motivation, with the kind of energy that moves mountains.

At work, an “M” role could be a perfect fit. At home, use the right words, not the easy ones.

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♐ SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

You can be the life and soul of any party with joy and generosity overflowing from your chart.

Choosing to be kind rather than critical transforms work bonds – while lovers who have simple fun together create the space to share deep feelings.

Single? You may hesitate to take a friendship to a love level, but why?

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♑ CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

With the positive energy vibes of Venus leading your chart, you can afford to make concessions today.

Give a little, in love and life, and you gain so much. Yes, you are a proud sign, but do consider if this cuts you off from everyday happiness.

A creative team linked to laughter can make space for your unique take.

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♒ AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

Mercury and Mars are a success team that can be hard to handle – but today you have the skills.

You can combine intelligence and surprise in ways that wow any panel, from a management team to a family.

So take your ideas and run with them. Jupiter links you to a fitness programme with an ultimate prize.

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♓ PISCES

February 19 to March 20

Being your absolute best self is your key to pushing through obstacles today.

Take plenty of time to review messages and documents, and in anything you produce, from a romantic meal to a work meeting, go the extra mile.

You’ll still have energy and ideas in abundance.

Luck can start with “2” and end with “9”.

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OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in March 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.

Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. 

♈ ARIES

March 21 to April 20

Talking and listening are your stand-out skills today, but it’s important to know when to draw a line, as you need to further your own projects.

So try to feel a two-way focus sharpen.

Mars stirs transformation ideas, and yes, you’re ready to reinvent a love-bond.

Single? New attraction flickers by firelight.

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♉ TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

There’s room for manoeuvre in a health pledge, so don’t allow yourself to get too fixated on a goal, or a schedule.

When you find a way that’s right for you, the rest can follow.

Saturn may give you false friendship starts, but your instincts about a new individual are spot on.

Your oldest relative gives great advice.

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♊ GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

There’s a commitment you want, and need, to make – but it’s important to keep everyone you care about informed, so don’t skip this stage.

Talking, even casually, about your past inspires a story idea that can be a hit – but also highlights where to address an emotional gap.

Lucky numbers start with “2”.

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♋ CANCER

June 22 to July 22

The sun’s in your stability sector and inspires you to see the very best in every situation.

So you can move on, even if you need to do it solo.

Playing a part in passion isn’t right for right now, so do commit 100 per cent to being your authentic Cancer self.

Someone you admire in a local group is starting to notice you.

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♌ LEO

July 23 to August 23

You have hot persuasion power, and any role linked to getting people to try, or buy, can work well for you.

In passion terms, too, you’re able to persuade partners over to your way of thinking.

This can apply if you’ve just connected.

Moon magic filters through your chart to boost positive thinking – and connections.

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♍ VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

There’s a spark of impulsive Mars deep in your communication centre, that makes today stand out.

Maybe you’ll surprise yourself, but you can achieve great results.

The sun lights your values zone – so not dismissing problems is a step to solving them.

Passion blooms where floral visuals are shared.

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♎ LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

You’re loving your time in the sun, as deep-seated confidence grows.

There’s very little you can’t help happen right now – or at least try.

Meanwhile, Jupiter encourages talking about a gap in your life, or heart, with someone who’s new to your circle, yet feels familiar.

Prizes link two separate parts of your past together.

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♏ SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

Your chart carries some challenges today but you cope so well.

So don’t hold yourself back from pushing forward.

You really rate romance, and have fabulous ideas to show you care – this time, do see them through.

Single? Your soulmate shares a music passion.

An odd-numbered team can be lucky.

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♐ SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

If you’ve tried a lot of ways to fix a family situation – Saturn suggests stepping back now.

You can see simple solutions from afar, and realise who holds the keys to your future.

Personal ability to change rises with Jupiter’s input – this can line up a surprise passion bonus.

Don’t rush to choose, enjoy the process.

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♑ CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

Finding solutions is your star skill of the day – so even when other people give up, keep pursuing information.

You can bring people or promises back together, this time for keeps.

A new group may be making space for you, but do you want to join?

The ultimate choice is yours.

Love is strong when you believe in it.

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♒ AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

A stop-start system or sequence of steps is ready to push forward again, as an enterprising moon carries you along.

So be ready to decide who you want to keep in your heart and head.

You have a sunny side that creates passion, and someone you often smile at from a distance can be waiting for a sign.

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♓ PISCES

February 19 to March 20

A deep well of personal success in your chart makes anything possible – if you truly commit.

This is not the time for half-hearted goals, so make clear choices.

Partners make an impressive team, but it’s important to support each other.

If you’re free to meet someone new, say yes to an invite with a music theme.

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OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.

Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. 

♈ ARIES

March 21 to April 20

Saturn’s influence starts your day with a strong cash drive – so review spending and saving, as you can see simple fixes, even for old problems.

Later, Uranus makes mischief in your communication zone and careless words could slip out so be careful.

So read through all messages twice before you send.

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♉ TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

It’s so tempting to let difficult people go from your life, but your chart encourages extra talking first, and asks you to swop moral high ground for a more understanding stance.

You only need to do this once – as results should speak for themselves.

Taurus luck is strongest where matching outfits are worn.

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♊ GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

Trusting your own judgement is easier as the moon intensifies inner vision – even if this tells you something you resist at first, today it’s enough to accept the challenge.

Neptune softens people bonds that may have become too rigid.

Even if you feel the moment has passed, you still have a chance to speak.

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♋ CANCER

June 22 to July 22

Pluto pushes through any justification you have given yourself for holding back feelings or information – and creates an unexpected chance to put this right.

It’s not easy to accept this, but it’s important to try.

Your love chart is based on adoring a partner’s flaws as well as strengths – and doing the same for yourself.

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♌ LEO

July 23 to August 23

Being part of a group, rather than always needing to lead it, can be the key to letting some deep indecision go.

From a work team to a love partnership, proving you can be unselfish and understanding is your passport to happiness.

Even if this means following orders you don’t 100 per cent agree with. Luck circles “42”

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♍ VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

As Pluto’s input intensifies, you may feel it’s pointless to set more health goals, as they always seem to be scuppered.

But this is just what you need to laser-focus your mind on. It is waiting there for you, and today you can make a start, no matter what.

Passion could call your name in a place you least expect it.

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♎ LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

There’s so much positive movement in your chart.

Even stick-in-the-mud Saturn is prepared to support your dreams, especially any that link to higher learning.

So instead of seeing things that could go wrong, spend today expecting everything to go right.

Your name on, or in, a love story can be coming so close.

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♏ SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

It’s not always comfortable to scrap a plan and start again – but today this is easier for you than usual.

So if you sense a creative idea has gone astray, you can get it back into line, with skill and flair.

In love terms, too, it’s not too late to express any misgivings and make a new plan.

Single? New love has a one-off name.

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♐ SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

Smoothing all kinds of deals is your star skill of the day – however far an agreement may have gone, you can still make your unique mark on it.

And you also have the ability to keep friends, family or even strangers, talking on target, rather than breaking away.

As for love, if you seek to set a special date, this can be the day.

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♑ CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

Healthy choices need to feel and look right.

If there is any disconnect here, this is your day to make a move.

Just because everyone else is taking a particular path, doesn’t mean you have to follow.

Love is on a learning curve that won’t always be easy, but will always be worthwhile, especially where “M” is concerned

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♒ AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

Creative sparks crop up through your day – make sure you have mundane tasks done early on, so you can focus on the fun side of success.

A role you adore, even if it pays little in cash terms, can be an emotional goldmine, and you can spot it first today.

The luck factor links to recent new parents, or pet parents.

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♓ PISCES

February 19 to March 20

Tapping into instincts linked to homes and families can be a rewarding action – as you recognise how special your skills are here.

Saturn’s steady hand supports trying before you buy – not just items or buildings, but emotions, too.

Your willingness to put yourself out there can be what someone special is waiting for.

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