Scientists report that the night sky is getting brighter, with increasing interference from artificial light. The phenomenon plays out metaphorically this week when even the deep dark Scorpio new moon seems unable to keep our secrets. We give no clues and yet certain people seem psychically aware. Can you take comfort in being known? On Friday, Mercury and Venus go direct. Love itself is rooting for us to liberate whatever we've kept inside.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You're keeping an ambition to yourself because talking about it could drain some of the charge you need to pursue it. There's wisdom in protecting a young plan, but now the plan is a little older. This week, saying it aloud makes it real in a different way. Pick one trusted person and shock them.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You've kept your affection under wraps because caring this much gives the other person considerable power. While you feel safer keeping your cards close, playing it too safe means never knowing what could be. Without risk there is no reward. Your move needn't be dramatic. An extra second of eye contact could say plenty.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You know something you haven't shared because you're still figuring out what you think about it. Good reason. Words have consequences. On the other hand, a conversation with someone bright, intellectually flexible and non-judgmental will help you process your thoughts and develop your opinions.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Some pleasures seem sweeter when you don't have to worry about if the other person likes them, too. Going solo or keeping it to yourself lets you enjoy it without commentary. But this week, the commentary will actually be fun, like experiencing what you love twice, once through your point of view and once through theirs.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You've played down a dream because you'd rather reveal the victory than narrate every uncertain step toward it. Fair enough, if it weren't for the fact that ambition needs resources. People can't help if they don't know what you're up to. Let one piece of the plan escape. See who comes running with something useful.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Your instinct to keep a problem private will be overridden. Sure, you can handle this alone, but why should you? Solving everything yourself takes time you could spend somewhere more interesting. Give others pieces of the job. Consider delegation a gift for both them and you. They'll learn, you'll diversify.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Ever the diplomat, you keep your preferences to yourself, especially when almost any option will suit you. Choosing can turn a pleasant moment into negotiations, but this week is different. You'll be with people who really want to delight you. With a little specific information from you, they can get your order just right.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You've been keeping an idea under wraps because it feels vulnerable to show people unfinished work. Secrecy gives you room to change it. But this week, you'll feel moved to crack the vault door an inch. Nobody said you had to hand over the combination. One glimpse from the right person will send you somewhere new.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You've kept a new fascination to yourself because you enjoy exploring without having to explain where it's going. It may go nowhere. Then again, another enthusiast could make the rabbit hole twice as interesting. Let your curiosity show this week. Weird interests make excellent calling cards.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You haven't mentioned your urge to get away because plans become obligations once other people hear them. For now, you can imagine going anywhere. This week, you'll finally mention a destination. The response will delight you. You'll find either good company or a very good reason to start packing.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You have different sets of friends — people you know from one particular era, people you've known forever, work friends, friends who share a special interest — and the thought of mixing these groups can be daunting. But there will be a magical alchemy that happens when those who know you finally get to know one another.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You've been privately hoping for something that sounds a little outrageous, even to you. Inside your head, it remains perfect and untouched. You're afraid that if others see you raising the stakes, they could feel threatened, competitive or so supportive it interferes. That said, sharing after Friday will be very lucky for you.

THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS: In your Year of the Cave, you are sublimely protected by one of nature's oldest shelters and will have an almost primal sense of security, whether you dwell a while alone or gather loved ones for the elemental pleasure of being together. More highlights: You read people so accurately that you'll assemble dream teams, perfect parties and inspired deals that help everyone. You're an excellent steward of power and resources. Your social life is populated by tenderhearted and dynamic people.

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