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Markets Rebound as Hopes for Iran–U.S. Dialogue Ease Geopolitical Tensions

U.S. stock futures edged higher on Wednesday as signs of potential diplomatic movement in the Iran–U.S. standoff helped calm volatile markets. Futures tied to the S&P 500 rose about 0.3%, the Nasdaq 100 gained 0.5%, and Dow Jones Industrial Average futures added 0.2% after a turbulent prior session.  The shift in sentiment followed reports that Iran has quietly approached the United States to discuss terms for ending the escalating conflict , a development that helped cool fears of further disruption in global energy markets. This diplomatic signal contributed to a rebound after Tuesday’s sharp sell-off, when concerns over widening conflict and rising oil prices rattled investors.  The conflict, now in its fifth day, has seen continued strikes and mounting casualties, adding to market unease. Iran is preparing for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, killed in recent attacks, while regional tensions remain high.  Despite the ongoing uncertainty, Wednesda...
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Your daily horoscope: January 13, 2025

 

HOROSCOPES IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY

A full moon on your birthday means you must make a conscious effort to overlook what you see as other people’s faults and failures. It’s okay to put your own needs first, of course, but do what you can to satisfy their needs as well.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20):

If you need to get rid of the emotional junk that has been clogging up your life for so long then make a start on it today. The full moon will encourage you to be ruthless with yourself – but don’t go too far and chuck out everything!

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21):

If you change your plans at the last possible moment you will inevitably upset someone who was using your schedule to time their own moves. Look ahead a bit so you know in advance what you are going to do – then let other people know too.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21):

A full moon in the money area of your chart is a clear and obvious warning that this is not a good time to squander your financial resources. If you go on a spree now you may not be able to replenish your reserves for weeks or even months.

CANCER (June 22 - July 23):

As today’s full moon takes place in your sign you could get a bit emotional over the next 24 hours. The important thing is that if you do go over the top you notice what you have done and make amends quickly so the fallout isn’t too bad.

LEO (July 24 - Aug. 23):

Even Leos go through phases where their fears get the better of them and that’s what is happening now. Keep reminding yourself that in the greater scheme of things you are one of life’s lucky ones. You actually have precious little to worry about.

VIRGO (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23):

Although today’s full moon will bring a sense of urgency to your plans you must not just race ahead without thinking too much about what you are doing or where you are going. Slow down physically and mentally before you make a serious mistake.

LIBRA (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23):

If you find yourself doubting that you are in the right line of work, and wondering if you need to change course, don’t make any hasty decisions as the full moon will make you dangerously unpredictable. Don’t throw away everything you have accomplished.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22):

Travel and social activities could get a bit tiring today as your body and mind start to rebel against all the demands you have been making of them in recent weeks. Yes Scorpio, you can afford to take things easy for a while, starting today!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21):

If you get conflicting advice about a money or business matter today you must take it as a sign that now is not the right time to make changes. The planets promise you won’t lose out if on this occasion you refuse to act one way or the other.


CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20):

You cannot expect partners and loved ones to help you out every few minutes with matters they see as trivial in nature. They may not seem trivial to you but that’s because today’s full moon is magnifying minor issues out of all proportion.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19):

You may be convinced that your way of looking at a situation is the right way, and maybe it is, but not everyone will agree with you. You cannot change other people’s viewpoints and they cannot change yours, so keep some space between you.

PISCES (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20):

If you want a creative project to go well you are going to have to bring other people into your plans, because you won’t get far if you go it alone. When working together be sure to remember that tension can sometimes be a good thing.

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