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July 26, 2022 Daily Horoscopes Digest

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Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Cancer.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Parents must be patient with their kids today; likewise, romantic partners must be patient with each other. I say this because today, Mercury, the planet of communication, is at odds with your ruler Mars (the planet of aggressive ego). Oh yeah, today it’s “My way or the highway!”

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today the Sun and Mercury are activating the part of your chart concerning home, family and parents (in particular). This is why your private life is your focus; and family discussions and home repairs might be taking place. For the benefit of all, be patient with others to avoid divisive arguments.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today your ruler Mercury is at odds with fiery Mars, which is why you feel argumentative with siblings, relatives and neighbours. Note: This could be an accident-prone influence because angry feelings might make you distracted when driving, jogging or walking. Be mindful.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Money squabbles might occur today. Or you might have a disagreement with someone about something that you own? It might even be an argument about a purchase or a financial situation connected with your earnings. Money and possessions are definitely a touchy subject today!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Right now, Mercury, the planet of communications is in your sign for the next two weeks. Today, Mercury is at odds with fiery Mars. which means communications with others will be challenging. You might find you have to defend your beliefs or ideas. Note: Guard against accidents.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today your ruler Mercury is at odds with fiery Mars, which makes you feel unsettled because Mercury is “hiding” in your chart. Very likely, you might feel irritable and impatient with others. Remember that your objective is to be happy. Keep that in mind.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Arguments with friends and members of groups might occur today, especially with younger people, because you find yourself at odds with their ideologies or they might challenge your goals. Could be anything. Hey, when the annals of history are written, is this worth the angst?

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Be smart and avoid arguments with parents, bosses, authority figures and the police today because these disagreements could create further problems for you. The fact is everyone is touchy and irritable today. Give someone in power a wide berth.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is the classic day for arguments about beliefs, ideologies and issues related to politics, religion or race. People feel they have a personal investment in their ideas today because Mars is in the picture and Mars has everything to do with one’s ego. “I am!” There are none so deaf as those who are wearing headphones.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Discussions about inheritances, shared property, debt and insurance issues will be difficult today because people are inclined to argue or have heated debates. Ideally, postpone important discussions for another day. You might also attract someone who is aggressive toward you. (Yikes!)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today Mercury is opposite your sign, and it is at odds with fiery Mars. This means you have to be patient with partners and close friends to avoid an out-and-out fight. You might start it or somebody else might. Either way, avoid serious conflict, which could lead to accidents.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Difficulty with coworkers might occur today because people are argumentative. No question. Likewise, disputes related to your pet or even your health might also occur. For your own peace of mind and happiness, avoid these arguments. Who needs this? Not you. For the benefit of yourself and others – take the high road.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Musician Mick Jagger (1943) shares your birthday today. You have a great sense of humour and a wonderful zest for life. You are also a responsible person with high morals. You work hard for what you want. This year you will enjoy socializing with others. You will be more in touch with your creative talents and confident about exploring exciting, new things.

Spell for Today – Stop Procrastinating: Banish Procrastination NOW

One of the biggest obstacles to moving forward in life is the habit of postponing tasks, in other words, procrastinating. This is especially true when it comes to learning how to become a Witch. We all find ourselves postponing our daily meditations or find reasons not to cast spells other do our witches’ homework. 🔮

A spell to stop procrastinating should be quick and easy to do, otherwise we will postpone the casting of this very spell! That’s why this simple technique works. If the habit of procrastinating has become your number one enemy, try this easy Wiccan spell:

Spell to Stop Procrastinating

Recipe by Francisco Huanaco

Simple spell for ending procrastination without ingredients. Stop procrastinating once and for all doing this easy ritual and get stuff done once and for all!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

  • Focus

HOW TO CAST THE SPELL

  • Think about the task you want to do, avoiding the words “I have to…” or “I should…”. These type of phrases imply that you have no choice, that you won’t do it unless you must. For example, never say to yourself: “I have to study”.
  • Say to yourself something like “I choose to study now”, or “I am ready to study” (replace with the task you are about to do). This way of thinking implies that you have control and it helps you avoid procrastination.
  • When you’re ready, count down in your head: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 — and do it!
  • Quit whatever it is you are doing and get to work on the task.

How Does The Spell Work?…

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July 26 Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2022 July 26

Comet NEOWISE Rising over the Adriatic Sea

Comet NEOWISE Rising over the Adriatic Sea
Video Credit & Copyright: Paolo GirottiExplanation: This sight was worth getting out of bed early. Two years ago this month, Comet C/2020 F3 (NEOWISE) rose before dawn to the delight of northern sky enthusiasts awake that early. Up before sunrise on July 8th, the featured photographer was able to capture in dramatic fashion one of the few comets visible to the unaided eye this century, an inner-Solar System intruder that has become known as the Great Comet of 2020. The resulting video detailed Comet NEOWISE from Italy rising over the Adriatic Sea. The time-lapse video combines over 240 images taken over 30 minutes. The comet was seen rising through a foreground of bright and undulating noctilucent clouds, and before a background of distant stars. Comet NEOWISE remained unexpectedly bright until 2020 August, with its ion and dust tails found to emanate from a nucleus spanning about five kilometers across.

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July 26 Today in History

Today’s Important Historical Events

657 Battle of Siffin during the first Muslim civil war between Ali ibn Abi Talib and Muawiyah I beside Euphrates River

1519 Francisco Pizarro receives royal charter for the west coast of South America

1533 Francisco Pizarro orders the death of the last Sapa Inca Emperor, Atahualpa

1803 The Surrey Iron Railway, arguably the world’s first public railway, opens in south London

1908 United States Attorney General Charles Joseph Bonaparte issues an order to immediately staff the Office of the Chief Examiner (later renamed the Federal Bureau of Investigation)

1945 Declaration of Potsdam: US, Britain and China demand the unconditional surrender of Japan during WWII

1953 Fidel Castro leads a failed attack on the Moncada Barracks, intended to spark a revolution in Cuba

Today’s Historical Events

657 Battle of Siffin during the first Muslim civil war between Ali ibn Abi Talib and Muawiyah I beside Euphrates River

811 Battle of Pliska: Bulgarians under Krum beat Byzantines

920 Rout of an alliance of Christian troops from Navarre and Léon against the Muslims at Pamplona

1267 Inquisition forms in Rome under Pope Clement IV

1309 Henry VII is recognized King of the Romans by Pope Clement V

1469 Wars of the Roses: Battle of Edgecote Moor – Pitting the forces of Richard Neville, 16th Earl of Warwick against those of King Edward IV

1497 “Edward IV‘s son” Perkin Warbeck’s army lands in Cork

1499 Spanish conquistador Alonso de Ojeda discovers Curacao Island

Today’s Historical Events in Film and TV

1896 Vitascope Hall, 1st permanent for-profit movie theatre, opens in New Orleans

1938 1st radio broadcast of “Young Widder Brown” on NBC

1948 1st black host of a network show-CBS’ Bob Howard Show

1949 WCPO TV channel 9 in Cincinnati, OH (CBS) begins broadcasting

1954 WCET TV channel 48 in Cincinnati, OH (PBS) begins broadcasting

1966 WRLH TV channel 31 in Lebanon, NH (NBC) begins broadcasting

1978 11th San Diego Comic-Con International opens at El Cortez Hotel

1982 Karen Dianne Baldwin, 18, of Canada, crowned 31st Miss Universe

Today’s Historical Events in Music

1882 Richard Wagner‘s opera “Parsifal” premieres in Bayreuth, Germany

1973 Peter Shaffer‘s musical “Equus” premieres in London

1992 “Man of La Mancha” closes at Marquis Theater NYC after 108 performances

2018 Sir Paul McCartney performs a “secret” gig at the Cavern Club in Liverpool, where the Beatles began

Today’s Historical Events in Sports

1914 12th Tour de France won by Philippe Thys of Belgium

1928 In only his second and final defence of his world heavyweight boxing title, Gene Tunney scores an 11-round TKO win over Tom Heeney at Yankee Stadium, NYC

1928 Yanks score 11 runs in 12th beating Tigers 12-1

1931 LPGA Western Open Women’s Golf, Midlothian CC: June Beebe beats Mrs. Melvin Jones, 3 & 2 for golf’s only major title

1931 International Lawn Tennis Challenge, Paris, France: Henri Cochet beats Fred Perry 6-4, 1-6, 9-7, 6-3 to give France 3-2 win over Great Britain and 5th straight title

1931 25th Tour de France won by Antonin Magne of France

1933 Joe DiMaggio ends 61 game hitting streak in Pacific Coast League

1939 Yankee catcher Bill Dickey hits 3 consecutive HRs

A Laugh for Today

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A Thought for Today

Until we meet again dear sisters, brothers, and honored guests may your life be filled with all things positive!

A Laugh for Today

July 25 Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2022 July 25

Find the New Moon

Image Credit & Copyright: Mohamad Soltanolkotabi

Explanation: Can you find the Moon? This usually simple task can be quite difficult. Even though the Moon is above your horizon half of the time, its phase can be anything from crescent to full. The featured image was taken in late May from Sant Martí d’Empúries, Spain, over the Mediterranean Sea in the early morning. One reason you can’t find this moon is because it is very near to its new phase, when very little of the half illuminated by the Sun is visible to the Earth. Another reason is because this moon is near the horizon and so seen through a long path of Earth’s atmosphere — a path which dims the already faint crescent. Any crescent moon is only visible near the direction the Sun, and so only locatable near sunrise or sunset. The Moon runs through all of its phases in a month (moon-th), and this month the thinnest sliver of a crescent — a new moon — will occur in three days.

Spell for Today – House Guardian Spell

 

House Guardian Spell

Items You Will Need:

Three white household candles
One empty glass jar
One pan
Boiling water
One black candle 6 to 8 inches long
Matches
Heatproof plate
Tennis ball size of modeling clay
One bramble thorn
One iron nail
One dried bay leaf
One juniper berry

Best time to cast spell:
On the dark of the Moon

The Spell:
1. Prior to casting your circle, place the household candles in the jar. This should be placed in a pan of boiling water on a burner on the stove until the wax is liquid.

2. Cast your circle as usual.

3. Light the black candle, saying:

May Hecate, Kali , and Lilith
witness and empower my spell.

4. Make a human shaped hollow, approximately 4 inches tall in the modeling clay, and place it on a heatproof plate.

5. Fill this mold with the molten wax. Place in the liquid was the thorn, nail, bay leaf, and juniper berry saying:

Defend this home by tooth and claw
Let no evil pass my door.

6. When the figure is set hard, peel away the modeling clay, and bury your guardian outside to the front or rear of your home. Close the door.

 

Source

The Spells Bible
Ann-Marie Gallagher

Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Sunday

Magickal Intentions: Growth, Advancements, Enlightenment, Rational Thought, Exorcism, Healing, Prosperity, Hope, Exorcism, Money

Incense: Lemon, Frankincense
Planet: Sun
Sign: Leo
Angel: Michael
Colors: Gold, Yellow, Orange and White
Herbs/Plants: Marigold, Heliotrope, Sunflower, Buttercup, Cedar, Beech, Oak
Stones: Carnelian, Citrine, Tiger’s Eye, Amber, Clear Quartz and Red Agate
Oil: (Sun) Cedar, Frankincense, Neroli, Rosemary

The first day of the week is ruled by the Sun. It is an excellent time to work efforts involving business partnerships, work promotions, business ventures, and professional success. Spells where friendships, mental or physical health, or bringing joy back into life are an issue work well on this day, too.

Pagan and Magickal Terms and Definitions

Today’s Word is

Natural Magick

From moonlitpriestess.com

Another term for Earth Magick, magick that is drawn from the energies of the Earth, natural objects, the Elements, etc.

July 25 Today in HIstory

Today’s Important Historical Events

306 Constantine I is proclaimed Roman Emperor by his troops

1814 English engineer George Stephenson introduces his first steam locomotive, a travelling engine designed for hauling coal on the Killingworth wagonway named Blücher

1943 Benito Mussolini dismissed as Italian Premier and arrested on the authority of King Victor Emmanuel III

1944 World War II: Operation Spring – one of Canada’s bloodiest days, 18,444 casualties and 5,021 killed

1997 Scientists announce the first human stem cells to be cultured in a laboratory using tissue taken from aborted human embryos

Today’s Historical Events

306 Constantine I is proclaimed Roman Emperor by his troops

864 The Edict of Pistres of Charles the Bald orders defensive measures against the Vikings

1120 Large fire in church of Saint Madeleine of Vézelay, France, kills a thousand pilgrims and seriously damages the church

1139 Count Alfonso I of Portugal proclaimed King

1261 Constantinople recaptured by Nicaean forces under Alexios Strategopoulos for Emperor Michael VIII, re-establishing Byzantine Empire

1360 Jews are expelled from Breslau, Silesia

1446 Foundation stone laid for King’s College Chapel in Cambridge by King Henry VI, one of England’s finest medieval buildings (main structure complete 1515) [1]

1510 Spanish conquest of Tripoli by Pedro Navarro for Aragon crown; over 3,000 killed and more than 5,000 inhabitants enslaved

 

Today’s Historical Events in Film and TV

1922 AT&T begins broadcasting on WBAY (NYC-later WEAF, WNBC, WRCA & WFAN)

1946 At Club 500 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis stage their first show as a comedy team

1966 The Supremes release single “You Can’t Hurry Love”

1985 Spokeswoman for Rock Hudson confirms he has AIDS

1987 Sherri Martel beats Fabulous Moolah for WWF Woman’s Championship Belt

1988 Mindy Duncan, 16, of Oregon, crowned 6th Miss Teen USA

1989 Brandi Sherwood of Idaho crowned 7th Miss Teen USA

1990 Roseanne Barr sings the National Anthem at Cincinnati Reds-San Diego Padres MLB game

Today’s Historical Events in Music

1933 1st Dutch live radio concert: Duke Ellington

1936 Jazz saxophonist Charlie “Bird” Parker marries his childhood sweetheart Rebecca Ruffin

1964 “Here’s Love” closes at Shubert Theater NYC after 338 performances

1964 Beatles’ album “A Hard Day’s Night” goes #1, stays #1 for 14 weeks

1965 Bob Dylan is booed by sections of the crowd at the Newport Folk Festival for performing with an electric guitar, beginning of folk-rock

1966 Brian Jones’ final performance as a Rolling Stone

1969 70,000 attend Seattle Pop Festival (across 3 days); performers included: Bo Diddley, Flying Burrito Brothers, Ten Years After, Guess Who, Santana, Tim Buckley, Byrds, Ike & Tina Turner Revue, Chicago Transit Authority, Chuck Berry, Led Zeppelin, and The Doors

1970 “(They Long to Be) Close to You” sung by the Carpenters reaches #1

Today’s Historical Events in Sports

1900 Gloucestershire captain Gilbert Jessop hits his second century (139 in 95 minutes) before lunch in same County Cricket match (104 previous day); Yorkshire wins by 40 runs

1902 3 years after winning the title from English boxer Bob Fitzsimmons, American champion James J. Jeffries repeats the dose with an 8th round KO in San Francisco for the heavyweight crown

1913 Pittsburgh Pirates future Baseball Hall of Fame outfielder Max Carey scores 5 runs without a hit, reaching first base on an error and 4 walks, as the Bucs beat Philadelphia Phillies, 12-2

1914 Last day of club cricket for English legend W. G. Grace at age 66: makes unbeaten 69 runs for Eltham against Grove Park

1937 31st Tour de France won by Roger Lapebie of France

1939 New York Yankees starting pitcher Atley Donald sets American League rookie record for consecutive wins; beats St. Louis Browns 5-1 for his 12th straight victory

1940 American John Sigmund begins swimming for 89 hours, 46 minutes from St. Louis to Caruthersville, Missouri in the Mississippi River; 292 miles, longest solo swim of all time

1941 41-year-old Lefty Grove wins his 300th and final MLB career game as the Boston Red Sox defeat Cleveland Indians, 10-6 at Fenway Park

 

A Thought for Today

May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and love. Use today to try something new!

Until we meet again dear sisters, brothers, and honored guests may your life be filled with all things positive!

July 24, 2022 Daily Horoscopes Digest

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Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Gemini.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a lovely day to relax at home. It’s also a great day to entertain at home, which means you invite family or friends over for good food and drink. Many of you will be interested in redecorating or tweaking your digs to make them look better. Something to show off?

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is definitely a feel-good day because you’re in a positive frame of mind. Not only will you enjoy talking to siblings, relatives and neighbours; you will also have a greater appreciation of your daily surroundings. In other words, life feels good! You’re happy to be alive!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Business and commerce are favoured today. Give serious thought to your moneymaking ideas because they might be worthwhile. If shopping, you will want to buy beautiful things for yourself and loved ones. However, caution about going overboard or being too extravagant.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Today you feel happy and positive, which is why you will enjoy the company of others. It’s important that you do something you really enjoy. (You will definitely put pleasure before work.) Consider shopping for wardrobe items but caution against extravagance. (Keep your receipts.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is a feel-good day, which is why you are quietly at peace in your world. With both the Sun and Mercury in your sign, you will be happy to talk to others and share your ideas. Nevertheless, some of you will choose to cocoon and enjoy some downtime by yourself.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Relations with friends and members of groups are warm and friendly today. In fact, it’s an excellent day to interact with classes, clubs and organizations, especially regarding creative projects or dealing with artistic people. Travel plans still appeal!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You’ll enjoy excellent relations with people in authority today – parents, bosses, VIPs, teachers and the police because they will be favourably inclined toward you, which means you can ask them for approval or permission. (Timing is everything.) Meanwhile, someone might want your advice about making something look better.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You have a strong urge to travel for pleasure and “get away from all this” today. In fact, if you can do so – by all means, act on this desire. Romance with someone different or from another culture might flourish. Enjoy doing something that varies from your usual routine.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is a good day for money and finances! In fact, gifts and goodies might come your way. (Keep your pockets open.) It’s a particularly good time to settle disputes about inheritances and shared property because you will be favoured. Ka-ching!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Relations with partners and close friends are excellent today. Because you’re so smooth and diplomatic, this is a good day to repair broken fences or mend rifts with others. One reason for this is you find it easy to express your affection and make your feelings clear to others.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You’ll be happy working at whatever task you choose today because you feel a sense of reward from whatever you’re doing. You might enjoy helping someone else. One temptation is that you will go overboard eating fattening or sweet foods. (Caution.) A work-related romance is possible.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your involvement with children will be upbeat and carefree today. Meanwhile, all kinds of social activities are favoured because you’re enjoying expressing your creative energy. This is great day for a vacation or any kind of social outing because your primary objective is to have a good time and enjoy yourself! Yay me!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Jennifer Lopez (1969) shares your birthday today. You are a practical dreamer. You are friendly, sympathetic and comfortable with people from all walks of life. You value security, yet, you’re courageous about pursuing new avenues. This year is the beginning of a new nine-year cycle for you. Be ready to act on new opportunities. Be courageous. Open any door!

Pagan and Magickal Terms and Definitions

Today’s Words are

Hagstone

and

Holey Stones

From moonlitpriestess.com

Another name for holey stones.

and

Rocks with naturally occurring hole through their centers; known for protection and luck; believed that peering through the hole provides the ability to see creatures of other realms.

July 24 Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2022 July 24

Saturn in Infrared from Cassini

Image Credit: NASA, JPL-Caltech, SSI; Processing: Maksim Kakitsev

Explanation: Many details of Saturn appear clearly in infrared light. Bands of clouds show great structure, including long stretching storms. Also quite striking in infrared is the unusual hexagonal cloud pattern surrounding Saturn‘s North Pole. Each side of the dark hexagon spans roughly the width of our Earth. The hexagon‘s existence was not predicted, and its origin and likely stability remains a topic of research. Saturn’s famous rings circle the planet and cast shadows below the equator. The featured image was taken by the robotic Cassini spacecraft in 2014 in several infrared colors. In 2017 September, the Cassini mission was brought to a dramatic conclusion when the spacecraft was directed to dive into ringed giant.

 

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July 24 Today in History

Today’s Important Historical Events

1534 Jacques Cartier lands in Canada, claims it for France

1567 Mary Queen of Scots is forced to abdicate; her 1-year-old son becomes King James VI of Scots

1832 Benjamin Bonneville leads the first wagon train across the Rocky Mountains by Wyoming’s South Pass

1911 American explorer Hiram Bingham discovers Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas

1943 Operation Gomorrah: RAF begins bombing Hamburg (till 3rd August), creating a firestorm and killing 42,600 people

1982 Single “Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivor from “Rocky III” soundtrack starts 6-week run at No. 1 on US charts (Grammy for Best Rock Performance)

2019 Global warming is the fastest in 2,000 years and scientific consensus that humans are the cause is at 99%, according to three major reports published in journals “Nature” and “Nature Geoscience”

Today’s Historical Events

1132 Battle of Nocera between Ranulf II of Alife and Roger II of Sicily

1148 Louis VII of France lays siege to Damascus during the Second Crusade

1411 Battle of Harlaw, one of the bloodiest battles in Scotland, takes place

1487 Citizens of Leeuwarden, Netherlands, rebel against ban on foreign beer

1525 Second attempt to circumnavigate the globe as seven ships departs Corunna headed by García Jofre de Loaísa on orders of King Charles I of Spain for the Spice Islands (only one will make it)

1534 Jacques Cartier lands in Canada, claims it for France

1567 Mary Queen of Scots is forced to abdicate; her 1-year-old son becomes King James VI of Scots

1577 Spanish army/German mercenaries conquer Namur

Today’s Historical Events in Film and TV

1952 “High Noon”, American Western film directed by Fred Zinnemann, starring Gary Cooper and Thomas Mitchell, is released

1953 KEYT TV channel 3 in Santa Barbara, CA (ABC) begins broadcasting

1957 KTVC TV channel 6 in Ensign, KS (CBS) begins broadcasting

1959 500,000th Dutch TV set registered

1971 WUHQ TV channel 41 in Battle Creek, MI (ABC) begins broadcasting

1974 “Death Wish”, based on the novel by Brian Garfield, directed by Michael Winner and starring Charles Bronson is released in the US

1978 Margaret Gardiner, of South Africa, crowned 27th Miss Universe

1998 “Saving Private Ryan“, directed by Steven Spielberg, starring Tom Hanks, Edward Burns and Matt Damon, is released (Academy Awards Best Director 1999)

Today’s Historical Events in Music

1917 Trial of Dutch exotic dancer Mata Hari begins in Paris for allegedly spying for Germany and thus causing the deaths of 50,000 soldiers

1942 Irving Berlin‘s musical “This Is The Army” premieres in NYC

1965 “Flora, the Red Menace” closes at Alvin Theater NYC after 87 performances

1965 Bob Dylan release “Like a Rolling Stone”

1965 Rock group “The Animals” 1st time in British charts

1967 The Beatles sign a petition in Times to legalize marijuana

1982 “Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” closes at E O’Neill NYC after 63 performances

1983 “Mame” opens at Gershwin Theater NYC for 41 performances

Today’s Historical Events in Sports

1860 Olympics beat St. George, 25-17 at St. Georges Cricket Grounds, Philadelphia in first baseball game played in enclosed field

1893 For only time in history of US Tennis championships, an event is held off the Eastern seaboard. Men’s double championship in Chicago

1902 Victor Trumper scores a century for Australia before lunch 4th Test Cricket v England

1904 2nd Tour de France won by Henri Cornet of France

1905 International Lawn Tennis Challenge, Wimbledon: Laurence Doherty & Reggie Doherty beat Holcombe Ward & Beals Wright 8-10, 6-2, 6-2, 4-6, 8-6 to give British Isles an unassailable 3-0 lead over US (ends 5-0)

1908 American Johnny Hayes wins London Olympic marathon in Games record 2:55:18.4 after Dorando Pietri of Italy disqualified for receiving assistance before the finish line

1909 Brooklyn Superbas pitcher Nap Rucker strikes out 16 Pittsburgh Pirates in a 1-0 victory at Washington Park, Brooklyn

1921 15th Tour de France won by Leon Scieur of Belgium

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, July 24 to Saturday, July 30, 2022

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All Signs

Now and then we have a week when we need to defend ourselves from those who diminish us or wear us down. That week has arrived. Be on guard! They will emerge from beneath bridges, high hedges and the organic produce aisles. They might be in disguise, walking their miniature bull terrier, even bearing gifts! Do not get sucked into words that confirm your worst fears about yourself. Don’t beat yourself up for what you can’t or didn’t do. Stay strong. You are doing your best dealing with your life. Be kind. Help others. Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche said, “Do not take lightly small good deeds, believing they can hardly help. For drops of water one by one in time can fill a giant pot.”

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a tough week for romance, which is why lover’s quarrels might take place. It might also be a challenging week dealing with your kids. Take note: one of the challenges is the fact that this is an accident-prone time for your kids so be extra vigilant to keep them safe. Know where they are and make sure toddlers are free from hazardous situations. Authority figures, parents and people who are older might squelch you or be critical about your style for dealing with sports, creative projects, vacations and social outings – and dealing with your kids. Is there no justice? Fear not, with lucky Jupiter in your sign, you have divine protection.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Tread carefully this week. Without doubt, you will have difficulty dealing with family members, especially parents. They will be critical or block your actions and ideas. (Naturally, this will go over like a lead balloon.) However, your response might be a tad heavy because fiery Mars is in your sign. This makes you much more of a fighter for your own rights than usual. You won’t let anyone take anything away from you; and yes, you will be more irritable and touchy than usual. If attacked – you will respond! Helpful tip: Get physical exercise or do physical work to blow off any pent-up steam building within you. Heave ho!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

I can’t sugarcoat this. Both the Sun and your ruler Mercury are in the part of your chart that is your “home.” And while they are sitting there this week, they are challenged by Saturn, Mars and Uranus! This means you will feel that rules, regulations and laws block what you want to do. Politics might even challenge you. Meanwhile, something going on behind the scenes will also create obstacles for you, to the extent that around Thursday, you’re in an accident-prone situation. Therefore, pay attention to everything you say and do. Be mindful and aware. Think before you speak or act, for your own benefit – and the benefit of others. Fingers crossed!.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

All of us are facing challenges this week because four different planetary combination will be tough to deal with. In all likelihood, much of the frustration that you will feel this week will pertain to money, cash flow, earnings and anything to do with your possessions and your personal belongings. Be aware of this. For starters, you might want to keep some cash on hand. Most definitely, stay in touch with your bank account and your finances because something might impact or limit you. Guard your possessions against loss, theft or damage. Know what’s going on ahead of time so that you can do some damage control. By Sunday, things are fine and all this is in the past.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

It’s time to adhere to the Boy Scouts motto: Be prepared! Why? Because you are in the firing line of tough planetary aspects this week, and many of them involve Mercury (the planet with domain over daily communications and our daily activities) – and right now, Mercury is in your sign! Oy vey! For starters, because Mercury will be at odds with Mars, you will be touchy, irritable and view many communications as a challenge. The worst scenario is you will feel you have to defend yourself, especially with bosses, parents and authority figures. Later in the week, life will be so fast-paced, it will be frantic. Meanwhile, you might feel isolated, lonely or separated from others. This is definitely the time to send out for dark chocolate. By Sunday, all is well.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This will be a relatively tough week to grapple with because your ruler Mercury is at odds with three different planets on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Meanwhile, Mercury is hiding in your chart, which means you might feel powerless to deal with whatever annoys you. You might feel attacked, but you can’t actually do anything or say anything. Don’t let this upset you or get you down. For starters, it’s temporary, and by Sunday, things return to normal. Furthermore, a lot of what is happening will be your own point of view and your own negative perception. Look for activities and social diversions that please you. A friend will be a source of comfort and pleasure. Whew!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You are a social sign. Furthermore, you are a people pleaser. You don’t like to rock the boat. Meanwhile, this week promises dissension, difficulties and stressful interactions with others – both friends and groups. (Disputes about shared property or inheritances are likely.) Obviously, you don’t like arguing with others. It’s good to know that the entire world is facing these challenges in different ways according to their sign. It’s not just you. Accept these upsets knowing that by Sunday, the dust will settle. Fortunately, with Venus at the top of your chart, you look good to others. Patience is the antidote to anger. Don’t fuel negative feelings. Instead, be part of the solution not the problem. You’ve got this.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are the most strong-willed sign in the zodiac. When you’re unhappy – everyone knows about it. This week, you will likely encounter challenges and difficult times dealing with parents, bosses, authority figures and the police. Arguments and disputes, as well as sudden upsets, will be tough to avoid. Even family members and parents will get in the way, and slow you down or create further problems for you. If you can travel, this will be a welcome escape. (However, some of your challenges will be with a partner or close friend who might be travelling with you!) Be aware that you are high viz. People notice you. Be cool. Demonstrate grace under pressure.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Many of you are interested in philosophical ideas and politics. This is one reason why this week, you might encounter obstacles dealing with the media, higher education and medicine, as well as matters related to publishing. Legal issues and entanglements will be difficult. You might be upset by political situations or something you learn about in the news. You might even be in the news! Work-related travel will be challenging; in fact, potentially accident-prone so be careful. Conversations with siblings, relatives and neighbours might discourage you. This is tough because optimism and physical activity are survival issues for your sign. Get out and do some physical exercise. What you need overhead is sky.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

We all face a lot of challenges this week, and according to our sign, these challenges are slightly different. You might encounter serious obstacles related to financial matters. It might be tough to get a loan or mortgage. Something might be cancelled at the last minute leaving you high and dry. You might encounter disputes about shared property or inheritances. Insurance people might be tough to deal with. On top of this, financial matters in general, especially disputes about bills or taxes, might also be a headache. Fortunately, a close friend or partner will be supportive, like a replenishing oasis in the desert for you. There’s always hope. By Sunday, all is well.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This week, you might find it challenging dealing with a close friend, a spouse or a business partner. You might even feel that no matter what you do, you end up in the doghouse. Clashes, arguments and sudden upsets might take place, especially at home or within your family. These difficulties could trigger feelings of personal isolation, loneliness and depressing thoughts. But very likely, your problems seem worse than they really are. A lot of it is your interpretation of events. Keep in mind that the other person is suffering, too. In fact, this is a tough week for the entire world! Therefore, be happy with whatever fortunate circumstances you do have. Fortunately, issues related to your work will probably be fine.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This is a challenging week for everyone; and these challenges will occur in different ways for different people, but they will exist for us all. You might find it difficult to deal with work colleagues. Issues related to your job might suddenly blow up in your face. This could be due to equipment breakdowns, late deliveries or some kind of surprise or unexpected interruption. If possible be smart and work ahead of time so that you have wiggle room to deal with the unexpected. Meanwhile, criticism from a boss or an authority figure could be a bummer. Fortunately, romance and social occasions will be a lovely escape. By Sunday all of this is history. Courage!

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Until we meet again dear sisters, brothers, and honored guests may your life be filled with all things positive!