Higher education, religious activities, political interests, and cultural pursuits will take on a more social atmosphere as Venus hits your ninth house. Romance, marriage, or any cooperative venture involving a foreign country, another culture or race is likely to be stimulated. Issues connected with a second marriage, or a court decision are in the air. You may write, publish, or purchase books; perhaps art, music, antique, or very expensive books. That's Venus for you! Fortunate colours are aztec gold and turquoise. Lucky numbers are 18 and 27.

Higher education, religious activities, political interests, and cultural pursuits will take on a more social atmosphere as Venus hits your ninth house. Romance, marriage, or any cooperative venture involving a foreign country, another culture or race is likely to be stimulated. Issues connected with a second marriage, or a court decision are in the air. You may write, publish, or purchase books; perhaps art, music, antique, or very expensive books. That's Venus for you! Fortunate colours are aztec gold and turquoise. Lucky numbers are 18 and 27.

Material rewards or kudos elude you, despite all your hard work. With planetary energies battling in your work and money houses, you feel mixed emotions now. If you are considering looking for a new job, the next few days may bring unexpected opportunities for you. Prepare yourself by getting and staying organized. Ideal colours are steel grey and emerald green. Lucky numbers are 23 and 32.

The Moon begins the day in Sagittarius, as Mercury opposes powerful Pluto. Financial matters require insightful attention and a big rethink. There's the potential here to set new things in motion or to dispense with old patterns, so make sure you don't step back from what needs to be done. Relations are set to improve at work in coming days, but don't go into joint ventures with friends or associates until the real nitty-gritty has been worked out. Optimistic colours are turquoise and tangerine. Lucky numbers are 11 and 18.

The energy of today will have you feeling as though you're walking a mile with a pebble in your shoe. Spiritual pursuits might make you guilty about material desires. Fortunate colours are ochre and mustard yellow. Lucky numbers are 28 and 6.

Intellectual optimism pervades your mind today Scorpio and the feeling of being able to think your way through anything can bring you to a new height in your relationship with someone you love. Ideal colours are midnight blue and wheat. Lucky numbers are 8 and 65.

It's another day for looking into your finances, but this time you need to do it in greater detail. Get to the bottom of any mysteries or snags right now, while they're still fresh in your mind. Don't let anyone fob you off with lame excuses. If you're suddenly gripped by pangs of jealousy, beware, because they'll make you behave irrationally and selfishly. Beneficial colours are burgundy and butterscotch. Lucky numbers are 17 and 32.

Your thoughts turn to your career and goals, and you'll benefit from mulling them over during the next three weeks. It may also help to pick the brains of someone whose experience or wisdom can put you on the right track. Maybe you need to rethink a strategy, or perhaps everything is going swimmingly and all that's required is to plan your celebration party. Powerful colours are chestnut and lemon. Lucky numbers are 7 and 25.