Moon Alert: Avoid shopping (except for food and gas) and important decisions from 2 PM to 5 PM EDT today (11 AM to 2 PM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Aries into Taurus.
Star Ratings for July 8, 2026
Each zodiac sign is rated on a scale: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult.
Aries (March 21-April 19) – 3 Stars
Keep your home tidy and your fridge stocked because relatives and people from your past might show up unexpectedly. Family reunions, visitors, or guests could be on the horizon. This is a good time to tackle home repairs that have been needing attention.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) – 4 Stars
Allow extra time when traveling this week because Mercury retrograde will create breakdowns with cars and trucks, missed buses, and delays to transportation plans. Communications with others may be confusing. Be extra clear when talking to everyone.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) – 3 Stars
Cheques may be late, and delays to financial matters are likely, along with mistakes with credit cards, bank accounts, or cash flow. Double-check all financial dealings.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) – 4 Stars
Mercury is retrograde in your sign until July 23, giving you the advantage of finishing old business but also the disadvantage of goofy mistakes, delays, mixed-up communications, and misplaced items.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) – 3 Stars
Mercury retrograde might bring opportunities to explore spiritual issues from the past or reveal secrets about yourself and others. You may feel less in control of your world.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) – 4 Stars
Old friends and acquaintances from the past are back in your world, possibly through clubs, groups, or organizations. Reconnections may happen online, in person, or in dreams.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) – 3 Stars
You may think about or run into parents, ex-bosses, or authority figures from your past. Imaginary conversations are possible and can be fun because you can think of the right thing to say.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) – 3 Stars
Travel delays are likely. Double-check itineraries and small details if you are going somewhere. It is best to travel to a place you have been before. This is a great time to study history.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) – 3 Stars
Double-check all transactions and financial negotiations with others because Mercury retrograde encourages errors. On the upside, it will help you finish matters related to inheritances and shared property.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) – 4 Stars
Mercury retrograde will attract news about ex-partners and old friends. You may encounter these people in person or online, or they may come to you in dreams and thoughts.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) – 3 Stars
This Mercury retrograde will challenge your job, work, and health. Expect silly errors, misplaced paperwork, delays, and equipment breakdowns. However, it can help you finish old projects.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) – 4 Stars
Old flames are back in your world in thoughts, dreams, online, or in person. Look your best when going out because you might run into someone important from your past.
Birthday Spotlight: July 8
Actor Kevin Bacon (born 1958) shares your birthday. You are strong-willed, dynamic, and purposeful with artistic and practical skills. This is a year of learning and teaching. Take time to renew your spiritual or religious beliefs and explore philosophies that give you better self-awareness.
