Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in LIBRA. Happy Birthday for Friday, Jan. 9, 2026: You have sharp, analytical skills and keen powers of perception. You’re determined and committed to whatever you choose. This is a slower paced year. It ’s OK to rest. Take time to rejuvenate your energy. Mingle with people who are kind, helpful and have your back. Focus on relationships. ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★★ Today you’re restless to do something that’s ambitious or noteworthy. You would love to impress bosses, parents and people in authority with your ideas and abilities. It’s an excellent day to start new ventures because you have the energy to be bold and daring! Tonight: Cooperate. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★★ Sometimes we have heroic Walter Mitty daydreams about exploring exciting adventures. Today this is actually possible for you. Plans and ideas that you might have felt were beyond your reach might today be actually doable. The reason for this is you’re determined and confident! Tonight: Get organized. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★ Disputes about shared property, inheritances, taxes and insurance issues might arise today. If they do, they’ll be intense and in-your-face. If you feel accused or dismissed, you will defend yourself, and eloquently so. “Don’t mess with the kid.” Tonight: Socialize! CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★ You might encounter someone today who inspires you with their energy. They might arouse your ambition, stimulate your confidence and make you want to do something. Conversely, you might be upset with someone because you don’t agree with them. Tonight: Relax. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★ You’ll be productive today because the Sun is lined up with Mars in the part of your chart that makes you want to get things done! This productivity will be exemplified at work, in your job or in any task that you choose for yourself today. (The secret is you identify with what you’re doing.) Tonight: Interesting discussion. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ You have an amazing burst of energy today that you can use for creative expression and anything to do with the performing arts, writing, music, you name it. Others might be surprised at your sudden enthusiasm to initiate something new. Tonight: Take care of what you own. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★ You are affected by your immediate environment, and you want your home to look attractive. Sometimes it’s messy and out of control, but you wish it looked nice. Today you have the energy to move furniture and accomplish what you want at home. Just do it. (You’ll love yourself for it later.) Tonight: You’re strong! SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★★ Your communication skills are amazing today, which is good news for those of you in sales, marketing, teaching, acting or writing. You have energy, resolve and a determined focus, which will help you to be persuasive. Travel will please you. Tonight: Enjoy solitude. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★ This is a tricky day because in one way, you’re willing to bust your buns to boost your income, especially if it’s a new idea or you want to initiate a new project. However, you are just as likely to blow your money big-time because you’re enthusiastic about something. Tonight: Be friendly. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★★★ Today the Sun is lined up with fiery Mars in your sign, making you feel vigorous! Because of this high level of energy, you need to be physically active. Don’t sit at home getting dusty. Get out and do something. Start a new project. Tonight: You’re admired. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★★ Today you might express a burst of energy in a creative way in the arts or the entertainment world or the hospitality industry. You’re excited about an idea. It’s something that you identify with, perhaps a pet project. Finally, today you have the motivation to act! Tonight: Check your finances. Related Articles Daily Horoscope for January 8, 2026 Daily Horoscope for January 6, 2026 Daily Horoscope for January 5, 2026 Daily Horoscope for January 4, 2026 Daily Horoscope for January 3, 2026 BORN TODAY Actor J.K. Simmons (1955), actress Nina Dobrev (1989), singer-songwriter Joan Baez (1941) ...read more read less