Saturday’s Love Horoscope: Mercury Retrograde Starts
WHO:
YourTango - Shay Riggin is identified as a practicing witch who explained that people would experience a resurgence of “deep hidden wounds.”
YourTango - Micki Spollen is identified as YourTango’s Editorial Director, with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Media Studies from Rutgers University and more than 10 years of writing and editing experience.
Chicago Sun-Times - The horoscopes cover Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces.
Chicago Sun-Times - Actor Kevin Kline, born in 1947, shares the birthday described in the article.
YourTango - The love horoscopes cover the 12 zodiac signs; Kate Rose is identified as a writer, spiritual astrologist, relationship and life intuitive counselor, and bespoke retreat curator.
WHAT:
YourTango - The article says Mercury and Venus are both retrograde in Scorpio, and describes the Mercury retrograde’s effects on different areas: Aries’s finances; Gemini’s day-to-day life and energy; Leo’s home life; and Aquarius’s career direction.
YourTango - The article advises Sagittarius to keep a dream journal, says Capricorn may reunite with someone offering a work opportunity, and cautions Aquarius against publicly posting about seeking a new job.
Chicago Sun-Times - The Moon is in Aries; the article says there are no restrictions on shopping or important decisions.
Chicago Sun-Times - Aries is described as having energy and focus for goals, exercise, competitive sports, activities with children, arts and crafts, and making a to-do list.
Chicago Sun-Times - Taurus may receive quiet help reorganizing at home and may encounter former partners or old friends in person, online, in thoughts or dreams.
Chicago Sun-Times - Gemini may enjoy friends, clubs and organizations; the article warns of work- and health-related mistakes and delays during Mercury retrograde.
Chicago Sun-Times - Cancer may have serious discussions with parents, bosses, VIPs or police about property, possessions, money or assets; old romantic partners may return.
Chicago Sun-Times - Leo is encouraged to pursue outdoor activities and competitive sports; the horoscope also mentions stocking the fridge and company coming.
Chicago Sun-Times - Virgo is warned of travel delays, problems, confused appointments, communication mix-ups and inefficiency during Mercury retrograde.
Chicago Sun-Times - Libra may face late checks, financial delays or confusion; the article advises checking work, bills and invoices and being careful with spending.
Chicago Sun-Times - Scorpio is warned of confused communications, misplaced items and delays; the article advises waiting until the end of November to buy big-ticket vehicles, phones or computers.
Chicago Sun-Times - Sagittarius may seek travel and adventure, spend time with someone of a different age, and be involved in hidden love affairs.
Chicago Sun-Times - Capricorn may receive practical or financial help and a diversion from someone younger or creative.
Chicago Sun-Times - Aquarius is advised to accept help from a partner, spouse or close friend and may hear from a boss or parent not seen for a while.
Chicago Sun-Times - Pisces is encouraged to work, learn and be cautious with spending; romance with someone different or from another culture may develop.
YourTango - The article describes Mercury retrograde in Scorpio as the third and final retrograde of the year, associated with soul-searching, self-discovery, truth and transformation; it says secrets may be revealed.
YourTango - Aries is advised to confront relationship issues, be honest about their role and consider personal improvement.
YourTango - Taurus may encounter an ex or someone connected to old patterns; the article advises maintaining boundaries and honoring emotions.
YourTango - Gemini is advised to prioritize self-care and may use therapy or changed shared routines to improve a relationship.
YourTango - Cancer may see someone important return or meet someone special; the article cautions against repeating toxic relationship patterns.
YourTango - Leo is advised to address an avoided personal matter through necessary conversations and honesty.
YourTango - Virgo is encouraged to speak plainly and confidently.
YourTango - Libra may face arguments about treatment by others and is advised not to focus on proving a point.
YourTango - Scorpio is encouraged to start anew, put the past to rest and create a new beginning in love and other areas.
YourTango - Sagittarius is told that acknowledging personal darkness, truth, desires and lessons can support authenticity in love.
YourTango - Capricorn is encouraged to ask for help and accept support.
YourTango - Aquarius is described as seeking meaning and purpose and is advised to let life change.
YourTango - Pisces is encouraged to prepare for opportunities involving adventure and romance and to ensure their passport is current.
WHERE:
Chicago Sun-Times - YourTango - The astrological event is described as Mercury retrograde in Scorpio; the Sun-Times says Mercury is retrograde in Scorpio until Nov. 13.
WHEN:
Chicago Sun-Times - Mercury retrograde is described as lasting “the next few weeks” for several signs; the article says it remains in Scorpio until Nov. 13.
YourTango - The article describes Mercury retrograde as beginning in Scorpio and calls it the third and final retrograde of the year.
WHY:
YourTango - Shay Riggin says the retrograde may bring back “deep hidden wounds”; the article says the specific wound people face depends on their astrological sign.
YourTango - The article says the retrograde period concerns truth and transformation because “you can’t have a genuine connection without it,” and says hidden secrets may come to light.
HOW:
Chicago Sun-Times - The article advises double-checking financial work and reading bills and invoices carefully during Mercury retrograde.
YourTango - The article presents honesty, self-reflection, boundary-setting, self-care, communication and accepting support as approaches to relationship and personal challenges.
(UPDATED October 24, 2026 14:05 UTC)
Mercury retrograde in Scorpio is prompting horoscopes to focus on self-reflection, relationship challenges and unexpected returns from the past. The period is described as the year’s third and final Mercury retrograde, with secrets potentially coming to light and hidden wounds resurfacing; Venus is also retrograde in Scorpio. The advice varies by sign: Aries should confront relationship issues, while Taurus is urged to maintain boundaries with people tied to old patterns. Gemini is encouraged to prioritize self-care, and Cancer is cautioned against repeating unhealthy relationships. Other signs are advised to speak honestly, accept support and remain open to change. Practical warnings include possible travel, communication and financial mix-ups, so readers are encouraged to double-check bills, work and plans. The Moon is in Aries, and the horoscope says there are no restrictions on shopping or important decisions. Mercury remains in Scorpio until Nov. 13.
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(UPDATED October 24, 2026 10:00 UTC)
Horoscopes for all 12 zodiac signs focus on Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, described as the year’s third and final retrograde. It’s linked to soul-searching, truth and transformation, with secrets potentially coming to light. Mercury remains in Scorpio until Nov. 13, and the Moon is in Aries, with no restrictions on shopping or important decisions. Aries is encouraged to focus on goals and exercise, while Taurus could hear from an ex or an old friend. Gemini should take care of their health and watch for work-related mistakes; Virgo should expect possible travel and communication mix-ups. Libra is advised to check bills and invoices carefully, and Scorpio to delay major purchases until the end of November. Across the signs, relationship guidance emphasizes honesty, self-reflection, clear communication, healthy boundaries and accepting support. Kevin Kline, born in 1947, also shares the birthday covered by the horoscope.