Horoscopes: Thursday, May 14

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
You wield power yet use it wisely. The
culmination of recent efforts gives you a sense
of authority and others look to you for ideas or
leadership. Momentum is building towards a
longed-for result.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
If you struggle with decisions self-doubt creeps
in. But make bold decisions and results will
probably fall your way. There are more wins than
losses forecast for your sign and robust Saturn
cushions the blows.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
You stare someone down until an impasse is
broken. It is unlikely to be you who blinks
first but victory may be accompanied by feelings
of emptiness. Remember, giving in is not a sign
of weakness.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
At first glance a person or idea seems seductive.
On further scrutiny you are inclined to think
twice about taking your feelings further. Use
analysis to work through the decision making
process today.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
You act tough as a form of self-protection.
Contact with others is fleeting but your feelings
remain intact and personal problems are averted.
In a perverse twist, people find your aloofness
attractive.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Ask probing question even if you fear the
answers. It is important to find out where you
stand and what others are up to, particularly in
light of the fast-paced energy affecting your
sign.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Before expressing disappointment, put your own
standards and expectations under scrutiny. It is
important to play fair with everyone and allow
for personality differences. Relationships must
be give and take today.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
You value privacy but love being included. The
gentle Moon allows you to escape daily pressures
while Sun in your sociable sector attracts
like-minded friends. Your outlook on life is
buoyant yet balanced.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
You are proud of a recent choice. The proof of
good judgment is in the positive results now
filtering in, as well as feedback from close
associates. Others are apt to hop aboard your
bandwagon.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Keep your eyes on the ball and never give up.
Ruling Saturn has you permanently on high alert
and it highlights your tenacity, talents and
toughness. Success is virtually inevitable at
this time.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Divided loyalties come into play. On the one
hand you are keen to please faithful friends and
family members. On the other hand, ambition
pulls you towards powerful people. Sitting on
the fence makes sense.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Your mind spins with great ideas. Mercury the
theorist throws up different scenarios and its
presence in your communication zone allows you to
open discussions. Co-opt help from colleagues to
deal with practicalities.

YOUR DAY
Today's Capricorn Moon sets the right tone for
business. This is an ideal time to negotiate
deals and contend with people in authority or red
tape. Ambitious and well planned ventures can be
launched.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Others may advise against impulsive moves but
intuition tells you otherwise. Opportunities
abound in the year ahead and fortune smiles on
those who take chances. Give everything your
best shot.