Today's Top Stories Tuesday, August 30, 2011
| Michele Bachmann's kooky comments have a lot of people wondering what's going on inside her head. | | An 82-year-old Brooklyn grandmother who survived the Holocaust drowned in a Catskills cottage flooded by the storm. | | New Yorkers with unlimited MetroCards lost two days worth of travel when service suspended - and there will be no refund. | | The Super Bowl hero had two bad interceptions against the Jets in the first half of the Giants' 17-3 loss Monday night. |
| | | | News | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |  | | | Editors Picks  | |  | So long, Irene! Pictures from the hurricane that threw a major scare at the East Coast. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Aries | | | If you think others are out to prove you wrong, you can upset yourself more than you realize. Turn a blind eye to your competitors; block them out of your mind. Set the tone for future dealings by letting them know you are not fazed by their actions. Ignore their nonsense, and get on with your own work. Your energy can be put to much better use. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Cancer | | | Just when you thought it was time to focus on your own wants and needs, everyone competes for your attention. Don't worry; a diversion now could be positive. It will distract you from any bad habits you've formed. However, if you do need to make a few alterations, it's inevitable you will need to deal with issues eventually. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Libra | | | Your own confidence, or lack thereof, may be the only obstacle keeping you from success. You usually have a good dose of self-assurance, so don't waste time doubting yourself now. You have the practical sense and capability to take control. The pot of gold at rainbow's end is closer than you think. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Capricorn | | | If you do not follow a budget, this is a good week to overhaul your finances. Discipline almost always pays off and is a good habit to get into. With love, be honest and up-front with a partner and you will earn their trust. Respect is the glue that holds a relationship together. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Taurus | | | It may be unnerving when you put your faith in the unknown, but you can move only in one direction: forward. Stagnating, rather than progressing, should never be an option. You can no longer postpone an important discussion that involves your career. You may have to make a final decision, so get ready to act, Taurus. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Leo | | | If you rely solely on what you have done in the past, you could find yourself on the wrong path for the future. Before you dismiss someone because you've heard it all before, give them a chance to present their whole package. A minute, intricate difference can push you past average to extraordinary. A cutting-edge idea can have a subtle distinction over and above other concepts, and send you to the head of the pack. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Scorpio | | | Those who think they have control over you are in for a reality check. Telling you what, when and how to do something is not the way to win your heart or support. The best way to get on your good side is to work with you as a partner. Be careful not to compromise if you feel uncomfortable; whatever you do will set the standard for the future. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Aquarius | | | If you speak with authority and adopt a take-charge manner without being condescending, you will gain the respect of co-workers. People appreciate knowing what's expected of them. Be careful to detail deadlines, as well as the level of expertise required. You excel in giving direction and setting boundaries. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Gemini | | | Money can materialize when you least expect it. To others, it may appear you have a magic touch, but your apparent good fortune is actually a result of ingenuity and effort. Others may envy your luck, but you know the amount of elbow grease it took to arrive at this position. Obviously, they don't see the hard work that goes on behind the scenes. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Virgo | | | Stand by, because life is about to take a different turn. It could come in the form of a long-awaited answer to something important or a complete overhaul. Prepare to embrace change. When you try to negotiate a better deal, clearly convey your expectations. You're in a more powerful position than you think. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Sagittarius | | | Don't take years to make a major change. A minor adjustment may be all it takes to transform your world. If something (or someone) is bringing you down, let them go and form more meaningful relationships. It's time for action. | | | | | | | Your Daily Horoscope - Pisces | | | Think twice about making a major adjustment to a personal partnership. It would be best to wrap up loose ends before you make a decision. If you jump the gun, you could have regrets. Be patient, and you'll find that more information will be revealed. To feel more confident in your decisions, do research, Pisces; it could ease your mind. | | | | |