The Iowa State Daily published its daily horoscope for Oct. 27, offering guidance to all twelve zodiac signs under the theme of burning questions.

Aries readers were advised to steer clear of needless impulse purchases or actions, and those with excess energy and nowhere to direct it were encouraged to channel it into something creative. Taurus was urged to state its needs plainly to the people who matter most, and to consider how cooperation could benefit everyone involved.

Gemini was asked to confront emotions sensibly rather than treating them as fact, and to ask questions instead of speculating about what others are thinking. Cancer was cautioned against placing romantic interests above all else, with the horoscope directing focus toward who a person truly is and what is confidently known about them rather than an idealized version. Leo was encouraged to build deeper relationships with colleagues, since moving past small talk could lead to meaningful connections and surprises.

Virgo was told to think carefully about how it communicates, as its delivery could hurt someone; honesty was described as essential, but an unnecessarily harsh tone was not. Libra was advised that if financial worries or relationship uncertainty have been present, today is the day to address them by double-checking finances and clearing up misunderstandings. Scorpio was urged to work toward resolving a disagreement that has hit a wall, on the reasoning that if nobody is on a winning side, finding common ground by hearing the other person out is worthwhile.

Sagittarius was encouraged to let creative ideas develop before pursuing them, and to look at how others have approached similar things for inspiration. Capricorn was told to let its personality show even at the cost of appearing perfect, with authenticity described as a way to connect more easily with the right people. Aquarius was advised to keep distractions from interfering with larger professional goals and to ensure everyone, including itself, understands the full scope of their responsibilities on a project or goal. Pisces was urged to take responsibility for any mistakes that resurface, showing what has been learned and explaining, or at least understanding, how to do better.

The horoscope item carried tags for astrology, daily horoscope, horoscope, Taurus and full moon. The Daily Horoscope invited readers to like, share, email and print the story, and the Iowa State Daily's donation page listed $6,783 contributed toward a $10,000 goal, with gifts supporting its student journalists' equipment, conference travel and cost of living. Donation amounts over $500 were directed to an email address or to 612 Farmhouse Ln., Ames IA 50011.