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Your lookahead horoscope: December 21, 2025

  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY Other people can stick to a rigid plan if they like but you need to be flexible, especially if you have a multitude of ambitions. You don’t need to be the same person every day – in fact you can change your identity as often as you like. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): You have held back long enough from expressing yourself – now it is your turn to show the world what you are capable of. The sun’s move into the career area of your chart marks the start of a phase that is all about winning. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): One of the very best times of the year is now beginning and the sun’s move through the most adventurous area of your chart over the next few weeks will make it easy to confound those who say you are not daring enough. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): If you want to spend some time alone as the new week begins then do so. You don’t need anyone’s permission to go off by yourself for a while, so leave behind all the noise and confusion and find a quiet ...
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Jury Selection in Trump’s Hush Money Trial: A Pivotal Stretch

 

The first criminal trial of a former U.S. president has entered a critical phase as jury selection continues in the case against Donald Trump. The trial centers around allegations that Trump falsified business records to conceal a hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels, who could have impacted his 2016 presidential campaign.

Key Points:

  1. Jury Selection Process: The trial, taking place in a Manhattan courtroom, aims to select 12 jurors and several alternates from a pool of 96 prospective jurors. The process could last up to two weeks. Seven jurors have already been chosen, including an oncology nurse, a software engineer, an information technology professional, a sales professional, an English teacher, and two lawyers.

  2. Charges Against Trump: Trump faces 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records. The payments to Michael Cohen, his former lawyer, were falsely labeled as legal services rather than hush money. Prosecutors allege that this was done to conceal violations of federal campaign finance laws and to hide a plan to break New York tax and election laws.

  3. Trump’s Defense: The former president has pleaded not guilty. His legal team is actively participating in the proceedings, engaging in motions and discussions with the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office.

  4. Implications: Once the jury is finalized, opening statements will begin. The trial is expected to last between six and eight weeks. If convicted, Trump could face serious consequences.

As the trial unfolds, all eyes are on the courtroom, where history is being made. The outcome will shape the legacy of a former president and set a precedent for future cases involving high-profile figures.


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