Daily horoscope for Wednesday August 16 – here’s what the stars have in store for you today

ARIES

March 21 to April 20

Pluto, planet of changes, is turned on by Mars, letting you make big, bold moves that help you with your most important ambition.

It’s wise to tell the family why this matters so much.

If you’re single, Venus sets up a meeting with someone who is renovating your neighbourhood’s most interesting building.

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TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

The mood at work is more positive as Jupiter takes charge, and sharing ideas can turn an OK project into a winning one.

With cool-thinking Mercury in your love chart, you notice things about a partner you had missed, which deepens your relationship.

Looking for love? It starts with smiles in the newsagent.

GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

With the moon in your sign there’s something new and intriguing about you which you may not be aware of.

But even the prickliest of people can’t help co-operating, which spells progress for your plans.

If you start the day single, Jupiter love-matches you with someone who has a knack for winning money.

CANCER

June 22 to July 22

As Venus is in such a dominant position in your sign, you can build a love that grows stronger with time rather than fizzling out.

At work, as you become clear in your mind about what you want to achieve, chances open up.

You can read a boss’s mind – and some of it is surprising.

Luck pays four visits to door No49.

LEO

July 23 to August 23

Working closely with another Leo can be challenging but can lead to your greatest success.

As for passion, Neptune sets up a dreams-come-true meeting, with things turning out to be even better than they seemed.

Already in love? Focus on what makes a relationship special.

Luck sees friends sharing a travel prize.

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VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

Mystery-solving Pluto shines a revealing light on your chart, so you can make some exciting love decisions.

Changes in the workplace could take you from being a member of a team to being its boss, and this can test friendships.

Single? Someone who asks a question in French then English could be special.

LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

You can make big progress now that you take your own ideas more seriously, at home and at work.

As for love, the moon helps you see potential partners as they really are, so your love choice is realistic.

To your surprise, it comes with a bonus of passion and fun.

Luck starts when you meet your lookalike.

SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

Concealing your feelings can keep the surface of relationships smooth, but the link between Mars and the moon helps you to speak out and reach out in all the right ways.

You’re ready to put your hidden ambition to the test, and you’ll amaze people.

If single, get ready to fall for somebody whose job you respect.

SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

Creating more living space, or even building your own house, reveals how smart and imaginative you can be. But Neptune will tempt you to be over-extravagant.

It’s time to re-set standards for love so they are not so high, then a fresh start with a partner should go well.

If you’re single, your best friend match-makes.

CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

You see a way to reorganise your home life to get the time you need for a very private project.

Action planet Mars is now in the most passionate part of your chart, with some unexpected consequences – someone you once disliked now seems irresistible.

Luck is concealed in a letter which looks like a bill.

AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

Happiness, luck and romance are linked to travel, whether it’s a shopping trip or a holiday adventure.

If you’re single, you and a Virgo may seem to have nothing in common, yet could teach each other lots about love.

If you’re in a relationship, emotional barriers are gone and you can really talk and listen to a partner.

PISCES

February 19 to March 20

As Mars contacts Pluto, your determination and energy, plus the unexpected chance to join a local group of entertainers or a sports squad, sets up a day when you can achieve plenty.

As for love, adding patience to the mix strengthens a relationship.

An unchecked lucky lottery ticket could already be in your home.