TODAY'S ASTROLOGICAL TIMETABLE

Positions of the planets and luminaries today at noon GMT (7 a.m. EST):

Sun........ 8th degree Capricorn

Moon....... 11th degree Scorpio

Mercury.... 27th degree Capricorn

Venus...... 22nd degree Scorpio

Mars....... 18th degree Scorpio

Jupiter.... 18th degree Leo, retrograde

Saturn..... 25th degree Gemini, retrograde

Uranus..... 27th degree Aquarius

Neptune.... 10th degree Aquarius

Pluto...... 18th degree Sagittarius

Lunar Node. 9th degree Gemini

ZODIACTION POINTS FOR TODAY

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You tend to express your emotions when you're feeling overwhelmed, but this can aggravate the situation. Don't upset people more than they already are. Diplomacy and self-control get results.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You find yourself competing against someone, but you also find company with a trusted partner. Don't face difficulties alone. Trust the right people and improve the social aspects of your life.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You must re-think your moral philosophy today, and especially apply to your own hidden -- and, maybe darker -- motives. A reform is in the works, and some confusion is to be expected as you readjust.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): There is a shift today in your joint earnings. There can be reforms in the way your debts are structured or in the way you pay them. Partnerships must be reviewed and reformed to grow.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Timid company encourages you to hold back, but likewise bold people help you to try harder. There may be no good reason for avoiding a challenge. Strive to be less reliant and more cooperative.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can be full of surprises today, especially for people you love. There is a risk of being unproductive through inconsistency. Be certain of your basic assumptions after re-examining them.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You can't escape being obligated and dependent on others, you can only change the people involved. Exchange a bad set of associates for a better one. You must make changes now.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You're attracted to new fads or new developments in popular culture. For the time being, you can find good company among the few who are on the cutting edge of culture.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You tend to adopt avoidance when faced with overwhelming circumstances. You need to adopt a more forthright approach and engage them instead. Inactivity can cause depression and self-doubt.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You enjoy life better today if you're shaken out of your routine. Seek something different, and embrace a change if it's forced on you. You need new intellectual challenges.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your best inspiration comes from getting involved. Activity is necessary to test yourself and your resolve. You need some taste of success to know how much further you can go.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): This is a day of intense activity for you. You must put your energy to use; some can't or won't stay away from work. Career-related action now can enhance prestige and advance your cause.

These interpretations are based on the aspects and positions of the planets in relation to each Sun-sign. They indicate the general mood and issues of the day as you experience them. Be creative in applying your forecast to the actual circumstances of your life.