Juneteenth represents a significant milestone in the ongoing struggle for civil rights and equality in the United States. These early days of Saturn’s retrograde highlight the need to remember history, honor heritage and reflect on the continued work toward racial equality and social justice. The approaching solstice stirs up hope for a better future.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Some enjoy a good argument and regard it as intellectual sparring. These types may even argue against points they agree with just to make it interesting. The mood will be light, your wits sharp, and communication will go well.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Though social norms and conventions shape everyone, it’s hard to see exactly how until you get away from what you’re used to. Today offers a break from the usual interactions, and the chance to glimpse your scene from a distance.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Since people perceive you through the lens of their individual experiences, there’s no way to totally know or control their view of you. But your knowledge of human nature gets you as close as possible to making a desired impact.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You have a skill that many others have, but you put it all together in a way that’s totally unique. You’ll embody the following definition of entertainment: “the spectacle of someone doing something the beholder could not do.” -- Quentin Crisp

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). There will be puzzles hiding in plain sight and invitations to muse, laugh and discover. Most people will miss the opportunity because it’s not in their phone. You have to be looking up with curiosity to catch it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You may find yourself investing a lot of energy into looking like the good stuff comes to you easily, naturally and for free. It’s a counterintuitive risk that feels foolish -- and a smart ruse that pays off.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Everyone likes the wild card -- a versatile treat you’re happy to get dealt because it plugs into any hand you want to play. You’re the wild card now, and people will be happy to see you walk in the door.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ll think forward and prepare for many possible outcomes, but there will still be uncontrollable, unpredictable aspects to the plan. Living with uncertainty is a kind of art form, and you’re the artist that makes it beautiful.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Life is messy. People react differently to the muddle. They become upset or ignore it, complain or accept it, and more. You see the mess and go for your broom. If you can’t fix it, you can at least improve it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Savor what life has to offer. Creativity, reflection and simple pleasure all take time. If forced to happen within strict time limits, they might not. Today, the muses want to stretch. Can you throw out the clock?

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’ve known for a while what needs to be done, and now it’s time to just do it. There’s something to drop, rearrange, label differently or reassign. Get it done, then open your arms.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Solidarity between people is among your favorite things to bear witness to. Your strong egalitarianism will have you doing what you can to ensure everyone is respected and treated equally.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (June 19). Advice givers are a dime a dozen, but advice takers are rare, especially ones as exceptional and industrious as you. You’ll be a star student and create impressive results. More highlights: Paradoxically, a loving commitment makes you feel freer. A short trip activates your spirit of adventure and leads to more travel. Your network expands. Virgo and Scorpio adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 1, 4, 33, 27 and 17.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Macklemore has returned after a six-year hiatus from music and the multi-hyphenate artist has much to say. Does he identify with his Gemini-ness? He even named an album after it. The hitmaker is among several rappers born under the sign of communication. The bright energy and rapid-fire wit of the twins is expressed eloquently in the poetic pop music style. The artist’s many collaborations speak to Gemini’s sociability.

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