#astrology

#astrology

Grab someone special and get under the mistletoe, because the astrology of December promises all sorts of sweetness and excitement in romance. With the communication clashes of November's Mercury retrograde officially behind everyone, it'll be much easier to smooth over any disagreements and move forward in love with a lot more clarity - and your December love horoscopes will give you the low-down on how to work with the vibes.

If you're a true Starbucks devotee, you've probably spotted a drool-worthy beverage on social media only to learn it's available exclusively in a country that requires a seven-hour flight to reach. Some of these global creations sound questionable, others look so tempting you briefly consider booking the next plane just to try them yourself, and then writing to Starbucks headquarters to demand it bring it to the United States.

Mercury may be retrograde, but this is still a perfect weekend to find your footing ahead of the upcoming holiday. During the wee hours of the morning, the moon enters Libra - the zodiac's harmony seeker - allowing everyone to see other people's perspectives a little more easily. Communication gets a boost, making the first half of the day great for important conversations or lighthearted yaps alike.

In classical astrology, those born between two signs are typically described as being 50% one sign and 50% the other. It's an appealing idea, but an imprecise one after all. What exactly constitutes that fifty per cent? Through years of observation, comparison, and the collection of real data on individuals born on cusps, I was surprised to discover that these people are not simply "hybrids," but distinct and recognisable personalities, genuine archetypes in their own right.

If you've been scrolling Hinge, going out every weekend, and picking up new hobbies, yet still haven't met the perfect partner, it's officially time to turn to the stars. According to astrologers, your birth chart is full of clues that can point you towards the right person - if you know where to look. In a viral TikTok shared Oct. 22, creator and astrologer @kimannieastro said you don't just meet your soul mate by accident.

Just after midnight, the moon enters bright and optimistic Sagittarius, inspiring an open and philosophical outlook to uplift this week's brooding and intense energy. Not everything needs to be dealt with immediately, especially not challenging tasks or emotionally heavy conversations. However, not everyone will agree with your attitude when the sun in determined Scorpio battles Pluto this morning. Watch out for subtle power plays, like manipulation or the silent treatment.

By now, you've likely read about the weekend jewel heist at the Louvre in Paris, France. In a robbery that seems fit for an Ocean's 8 sequel, four burglars used a crane to break into a second-floor window at 9:30 a.m. Sunday and swiped a bunch of French Crown Jewels-all in just four minutes. They escaped with more than $102 million worth of jewelry and tiaras-on two scooters.

The Six of Swords depicts two tired and downtrodden-looking people being rowed across a body of water by a helpful samaritan. The water behind them is choppy, indicating struggle and hardship - but what lies ahead looks much more serene. Just like the two characters sitting in the boat, you're leaving a difficult situation behind this week when it comes to money, and you can look forward to much more stable circumstances in the near future.

There is much movement taking place in the cosmos this week. As above, so below. It's a week of drawing cycles to a close and starting over smarter, of experiencing surrender and conscious intention, and, ultimately, coming closer to yourself, to what is real, and to the life you choose to create. Your weekly horoscope for October 19-25, 2025, explains where to channel your attention so you can align with the available energies.

How many times do you say "sorry" throughout the day? When you stop to think about it, you might realize the word sneaks into almost every sentence - often without you realizing it. A quick apology might slip out as you reach to grab your coffee in a cafe, and another as you move past someone to squeeze out the door, and then again as a jogger practically runs you over on the sidewalk.

It's officially soup season, and the possibilities are endless. So endless, in fact, that you're probably stuck in crisis mode over what your inaugural soup of the season will be. If you, like me, are panicking over which recipe to make first...why not let the stars decide? Here's the soup (or stew; acknowledging here that they are different) your zodiac sign should be whipping up this fall, whether you're seeking comfort, chaos, or just an excuse to eat bread with a spoon.