puzzles page Joanne Madeline Moore your week in the stars / August 6 - 12
ARIES (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
Boisterous, bossy behaviour will get you into trouble, especially early in the week. Think twice before you challenge authority figures or arouse the opposition of loved ones. Diplomacy is not your natural forte, but it’s exactly what you need at the moment. So slip on your humility hat Rams! Expect an exciting weekend when you’ll feel positive and productive.
TAURUS (Apr 21 – May 20)
Have you been bustling around like a busy Bull on steroids? With Venus (your ruling planet) moving through Cancer (from August 7 until September 7), relax and enjoy the cozy comforts of home sweet home. It’s also an opportune time to calm choppy waters with a fractious family member. Friday is the perfect day for creative inspiration or a romantic rendezvous.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 21)
Avoid the temptation to spread gossip early in the week. If you pass on information that was given to you in confidence, you’ll end up feeling foolish and friendless. Thank goodness Mercury moves forwards again mid-week. Expect all forms of communication and travel to improve, as you get your Gemini mojo back in spades! A creative approach at work brings benefits.
CANCER (June 22 – July 22)
The more proactive (and less reactive) you are, the better the week will be. With Venus visiting your sign (from August 7 – September 7), it’s time to up the charm factor. You can be incredibly persuasive – when you’re in the mood. The Sun and Jupiter give you a confidence boost on Sunday, so polish your social skills and start networking like a pro. No side-stepping Crabs!
LEO (July 23 – Aug 22)
Leos love to pontificate, but heaps of hubris usually lands you in hot water (especially as Mercury has been reversing through your sign). Thankfully it moves forwards again midweek so, from Thursday through to Sunday, strive to patch up problems you have caused over the last three weeks. Time to cool down, compromise – and eat humble pie when required.
VIRGO (Aug 23 – Sept 22)
Have you been working hard behind the scenes but without much feedback? Mercury moves forwards again mid-week, so others will start to notice what a great job you’ve been doing. Saturn continues to crawl through your cash zone, but Mars is giving you the confidence to be more financially proactive. You’ll have a successful weekend if you combine logic with intuition.
General knowledge crossword No. 371 Across Down 1 What was the former name of Alice Springs? 8 Name a place where public records or other historical documents are kept. 9 What are lengths of thread or yarn, wound in coils? 10 Which alternative term is descriptive of bullfighters? 11 Name the transparent anterior part of the external coat of the eye. 13 To arouse feelings of extreme disgust, is to do what? 16 What do we call the set of control buttons on a typewriter? 19 Which joints of the arm lie between the upper arm and forearm? 22 Which person is employed to attend and groom racehorses in the stables? 24 Name a more familiar term for thespians. 25 What do we call a tabular arrangement of the days of each month and week in a year? 26 Name the theory that reality is one (as opposed to pluralism).
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SCORPIO (Oct 24 – Nov 21)
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
The focus is on money matters and the more you nurture your finances, the more they will flourish. Don’t expect instant results though! Managing cash and credit carefully now will lead to financial security in the future. You’re at your sparkling best on Sunday, as Jupiter jump starts your confidence and you cheer up loved ones with your sunny Sagittarian nature.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
A condescending attitude will lead to a fraction too much friction, especially with a patient partner or a frazzled family member. Cool compromise is what’s needed, as Venus moves into your relationship zone. Canny Capricorns are also in detective mode as you read a murder mystery, solve a puzzle or research a favourite topic.
AQUARIUS (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
PISCES (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
If you make major purchases (or important financial decisions) this week, you may be biting off more than you can comfortably chew. In the present economic climate, slow and steady wins the money race. Friday through to Sunday is the perfect time for creative endeavours and romantic reveries – but don’t let someone take advantage of your generous (and gullible) nature. Daily astrology updates at www.twitter.com/JoMadelineMoore Copyright Joanne Madeline Moore 2011 18 CityNews August 2-8
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With the Sun shining in your career zone (and Mercury moving forwards), all eyes are on you at work – so make sure you are putting on a good show! Just remember that compromise will get you a lot further than confrontation. If you’re looking for employment, cast your net far and wide.
You’re in the mood to compromise with colleagues, as Venus visits your relationship zone (from August 7 – September 7), and you strive for professional peace. It’s time for adversarial Aquarians to be calm, kind and cooperative! It’s a wonderful weekend to catch up with friends in your local community – plus make connections with a creative new crowd.
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LIBRA (Sept 23 – Oct 23)
With Mars and Saturn moving through your sign, are you keen to initiate changes but you’re procrastinating and not sure where to start? Just bite the bullet and begin! Your quote for the week is from birthday great Andy Warhol: “They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change things yourself.”
2 Name the capital of Japan. 3 What is another term for a foreigner? 4 In which state was Errol Flynn said to have been born? 5 What is a native of Edinburgh called? 6 In golf, what is a score of one stroke under par on a hole? 7 Which form of polecat is used for hunting rabbits in their burrows? 12 Name the red variety of corundum, highly prized as a gem. 14 Name the style of bowling used in softball. 15 What is another term for a countertenor? 17 In movies, what do they call members of mob scenes, etc? 18 What were North American Indian warriors called? 20 Name a staff used especially as a mark of office or authority. 21 What are small, usually hard, abnormal elevations on the skin? 23 What do we call schools of whales?
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Crossword No.370 P L C L E A T H E A S A T R E A S O O R S O I N U D I S T R C H A L I C H G L A C O N I T I N A R E S I D U
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Sudoku med No.85 O T T E R T O N T I N E