As Venus aligns with Neptune, energy shifts toward renewal and connection.

Taurus, it’s time to release the old and step boldly into a brighter future. Gemini, collaboration is key right now – partner up and watch new opportunities bloom.

Cancer, a career change may be on the horizon – it’s the perfect moment to align your work with your true talents.

Ahead, you’ll find all the star signs’ horoscopes for today: Thursday October 17, 2024.

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Aries

March 21 to April 20

The quest for greater excitement and adventure amps up today, so you’ll be eager to get moving on opportunities that promise much for the future. If the Full Moon in your sign enhances your motivation, the coming days can see you ready to embrace a new phase in tandem with other planetary changes. You’ll be eagerly looking forward to many sparkling new developments.

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Taurus

April 21 to May 21

Ready to shake off the old and embrace the new? If you’re ready for a fresh start, then you’re on track Taurus, and in tune with the cosmic forces urging you onwards and upwards. Potent energies encourage you to let go of situations that are no longer working, and this trend will be amplified over the coming weeks. It’s time to take the next step towards a new and delightful future.

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Gemini

May 22 to June 21

As Venus enters your sector of relating, you’ll be ready to collaborate and co-operate with others to accomplish many things, but especially those that can shift things to the positive. This may be the starting point for new collaborations that could have a very uplifting element. There’s also plenty of opportunity to bring more romance into your life. Looking for companionship? Get out and about!

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Cancer

June 22 to July 23

You may be ready to let go of a job or contract that seems to have run its course and to embrace a new offer or opportunity that can be more in line with your gifts and talents. This is a good time to connect with those who could help you get ahead, whether you do this through networking or via social media. Keen to get fit? Join up with someone who shares your goals.

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Leo

July 24 to August 23

Your sector of self-expression is emphasised, as luscious Venus moves into Sagittarius. An uplifting set of energies suggests this is a great time for all kinds of creative projects. Get ready for exciting love adventures too, whatever your relationship status might be. Under the influence of today’s Full Moon, you’ll be drawn to free spirits who live interesting lives or who love to travel.

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Virgo

August 24 to September 23

You may feel a surge of energy and a good feeling concerning a situation linked to family or property, and it could hint at a breakthrough. Keen to decorate your home and bring some seasonal cheer to it? Venus’s influence can add a little extra sparkle as she glides into your home zone. The Aries Full Moon also brings an opportunity to drop something you’re overly attached to.

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Libra

September 24 to October 23

You’ll see clearly why a change in mindset can be key to creating a powerful shift. Constructive influences could inspire a fresh perspective, and this might help you with decisions that bring about rewarding developments. Delectable Venus moves into Sagittarius and your sector of talk and thought too, so you’ll be motivated to explore opportunities that may require a leap of faith.

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Scorpio

October 24 to November 22

The Full Moon in Aries may highlight empowering solutions to finding a job or enhancing your income. Stay alert for opportunities that can help enhance cash flow or that might enable you to start a possible side-hustle. As luscious Venus enters your money zone also today though, you could be ready to splurge on a few luxuries and to treat yourself and those you’re closest to.

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Sagittarius

November 23 to December 21

You’ll be aware of areas that need to change before you can move ahead with new opportunities. Today’s Full Moon in Aries, means it will be easier to override any reservations, leaving you in no doubt about what you need to do next. It may mean taking a leap of faith, but with Venus in your sign laying on the charm from today, you’ll be in a powerful position to get your way.

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Capricorn

December 22 to January 21

A get-together could turn out to be a more interesting occasion than you imagined. The Lunation means that someone you once knew might show up, and you can really enjoy chatting and catching up on the news. And something they tell you may give you hope for the future. Need a chance to reflect? As Venus moves into Sagittarius, some alone-time could benefit you.

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Aquarius

January 22 to February 19

The coming weeks can seem like a grand party as Venus enters your social sector, encouraging you to connect. Equally, this could be an opportunity to bring a dream into reality, and one that you may have been thinking about for some time. Something might stir in you that inspires you to make a move. Require some advice? Just ask, and you can be truly overwhelmed by the response.

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Pisces

February 20 to March 20

Charming Venus moves into the most influential zone for you now, which means you’ll get more noticed than usual. This is a good time to overhaul your image, so that you can attract the right people and opportunities your way. Mind, the Aries Full Moon could bring on a desire to shop. Try to invest rather than splurge, and you’ll be happier with your purchases.

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