Horoscope: May 24

Aries (March 21-April 19): You used to worry about how you were coming across to people, but now you have your presentation down pat and are happy with it.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You can dramatize a tiny misunderstanding into a world war but also settle disputes diplomatically. You’ll fix the problem one way or the other today.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): When someone says you can’t do something, you usually respond by making sure you can. As you do this time.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Be patient. Your day is coming, and your reward will be better than anything you could imagine.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Being surrounded by loved ones is heaven on earth. They are about to show you how much they love you.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You have people in your corner who love you no matter what. This is the stuff happy lives are made of.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You have a set of endearing personal quirks. And someone you wouldn’t expect is paying attention.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Maintaining a single focus doesn’t come easy, but demands at work will require it. You rise to the occasion.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Someone owes you a back rub. You may want to collect on it soon, with the stress you’ve put on yourself.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The annoying situation that’s bugging you isn’t going to go away. You can’t make it disappear, but you cannot let it bug you.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Numerical coincidence and improbable meetings will occur over the next three days. Things are falling into place for you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): A self-deprecating joke will break the ice with a new acquaintance. They will see your self-confidence and you will have an instant friend.

Today’s birthday (May 24): You will live with passion and connect often with people who inspire you. In June, you’ll do what’s fun and good for you. In August, you’ll help a needy loved one. There’s a windfall in November. Sagittarius and Virgo people adore you. Lucky numbers: 40, 15, 22, 39 and 1.