Category: forecast

Added Value 12 to 18 January 2026


This is a week where cosmic pressure and earthly volatility dovetail in ways that reward clarity, discipline, and foresight. On the astrological level, Mars continues its steady advance through Capricorn (roughly 21°–26°), reinforcing a collective drive for structured results and endurance but also amplifying tensions around authority and ambitions. Jupiter remains retrograde in Cancer, keeping themes of security, protection, and community under review rather than expansion. Saturn and Neptune both linger at the tail end of Pisces, heightening collective sensitivity and symbolic dissolution of old reference points while demanding responsibility and long‑term coherence. Lilith’s direct motion through late Scorpio brings deep questions about truth and ideology to the surface, and Pluto in early Aquarius continues its long structural transformation in social and power networks. Collectively, these transits frame the week as one where actions taken must be measured, purposeful, and rooted in structural understanding rather than impulse

Pressure Points to Watch
Internationally, tensions remain acute and unpredictable. The situation in Iran has escalated into one of the most sustained nationwide protest movements in years, with significant loss of life, mass arrests, and communication blackouts as the regime attempts to contain dissent; external pressures including potential U.S. support and threats of retaliation increase the risk of regional conflagration. In Europe and NATO circles, President Trump’s renewed interest in Greenland — framed as strategic necessity but widely condemned by Danish and Nordic leaders — continues to strain alliances, prompting discussions among Britain, Germany, and other NATO members about joint Arctic deployments to reaffirm collective defence commitments. The BRICS naval exercises involving Russia, China, and Iran off South Africa’s coast underline shifting geopolitical blocs and the challenge to U.S. influence, even if India opts out, reflecting fluid, multipolar tension. Financial markets are responding accordingly; bullion prices are holding firm amid geopolitical risk pricing.

Openings and Strategic Guidance
Under these conditions, the astrology encourages discerned action rather than reactivity. Mars in Capricorn supports disciplined efforts that build long‑term results; this is a time for structuring plans, stabilising resources, and solidifying alliances rather than charging ahead on impulse. Jupiter’s retrograde in Cancer highlights the value of strengthening foundational security — whether emotional, financial, or organisational — before seeking expansion. High collective sensitivity from late‑Pisces Saturn and Neptune suggests that empathetic leadership, careful listening, and measured communication will yield better outcomes than confrontation. This week’s New Moon in Capricorn (around 18 January) further emphasises the value of new beginnings rooted in responsibility and realistic strategy, offering a moment to reset intentions with long‑range coherence in mind. In practical terms, individuals and communities are best served by conserving energy, prioritising clarity over immediacy, and resisting the pull of polarised narratives — the calm centre, this week, will be the source of enduring influence.

October 2025

As October unfolds, the world stands at a precipice, balancing on the edge of significant transformation and escalating turmoil. The convergence of celestial events and global developments paints a picture of a month where the forces of change are both challenging and illuminating.

The humanitarian crises in Northern Africa and the Horn of Africa continue to deepen. In Sudan, the city of El Fasher remains under siege, with over 260,000 residents trapped and facing extreme shortages of food and medical supplies. Despite international efforts, access for aid remains severely limited. Concurrently, countries such as Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya are experiencing severe droughts, leading to widespread famine. The FAO and WFP have issued early warnings about escalating food insecurity in these regions. These dire circumstances are compounded by the global shipping industry’s volatility, as reported by UNCTAD, which highlights disruptions due to rising geopolitical tensions and trade policies. The war in Ukraine, heightened Middle East conflicts, and rerouting ships around the Cape of Good Hope due to Red Sea disruptions are contributing to the instability, affecting the delivery of humanitarian aid.

Politically, the United States faces internal and external challenges. President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on October 20 in Washington. Discussions are expected to focus on the AUKUS security pact, particularly the provision of nuclear-powered submarines to Australia amid regional tensions with China. Meanwhile, the European Union grapples with internal divisions and external pressures. The European Political Community will convene on October 2 in Denmark, bringing together leaders from across the continent to discuss pressing issues such as migration, energy security, and economic stability. These political events coincide with significant astrological transits, including Mercury’s entry into Scorpio on October 6, which may intensify communication and uncover hidden truths, and the Full Moon in Aries on the same day, heightening emotions and bringing issues to a head.

In the realm of space and science, October offers moments of awe and wonder. The appearance of Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) symbolizes hope and renewal. Its brightness amidst the darkness serves as a reminder that even in challenging times, there is light to guide us forward. The Orionid meteor shower, peaking on October 20, provides opportunities for reflection and connection with the cosmos. These celestial events encourage us to pause and reflect on our place in the universe, offering moments of clarity and perspective.

Astrologically, October is a month of introspection and transformation. Mercury’s transit through Scorpio encourages deep introspection and transformation, favoring uncovering hidden truths and engaging in meaningful conversations that can lead to personal and collective growth. The Aries Full Moon brings heightened emotions and a desire for independence, urging us to release what no longer serves us and to embrace courage in the face of adversity. Venus’s entry into Libra on October 13 promotes harmony, balance, and cooperation, offering a chance to mend fences and build bridges. Pluto’s direct motion in Aquarius on October 13 signifies a shift towards collective transformation, urging us to adapt and innovate as societal structures and systems undergo significant changes.

In these turbulent times, it’s essential to find balance and hope. Engaging in community efforts, practicing mindfulness and reflection, and staying informed and involved can provide clarity and peace amidst chaos. By embracing these practices, we can navigate the challenges of October with resilience and optimism, fostering a sense of unity and purpose in the face of adversity.

The week 15th – 21st September 2025

The Geo-Zenith forecast for the week of 15–21 September 2025: the week sits inside a tight eclipse season whose mechanical centre is the partial solar eclipse on 21 September. Astronomically that new-moon/eclipse takes place across the South Pacific and registers as a deep partial (greatest eclipse ≈ 19:43–19:55 UTC), so while it will not be widely visible across Europe it nevertheless marks a global nodal reset in the ecliptic that tightens polarities and accelerates endings and new starts. Practically, treat the 21st as a deadline energy: projects, narratives and reputations that have been simmering will either be closed down or forced into a new, visible form around that date.

Above and beneath that focal eclipse you have a distinctly Virgoan foreground: the Sun and Mercury remain in Virgo for this week, emphasising classification, repair and rhetoric that must be serviceable rather than pretty. That placement privileges tidy records, inventories and the practical re-coding of what is useful; Mercury in Virgo will be busy reducing myth to checklist, which makes it an excellent week for editing, publishing clear timelines or compiling evidence rather than chasing grand narratives. Use the Virgoan window to file what the eclipse will later reconfigure; the ephemerides show the Sun and Mercury firmly engaged in Earth-sign work through this interval.

There is an undercurrent of Uranian shock and ancestral imagery leftover from the recent Moon–Pleiades appulse (12 September) and Uranus lingering in the Taurus sector nearby. The literal sky event — the Moon’s close approach to the Pleiades with Uranus in the same patch of Taurus — seeded the collective with sudden recollections or data-drops about lineage, networks and what counts as “home.” In Geo-Zenith terms that combination reads as old loyalties being contacted by an outside intelligence: expect unexpected disclosures about origins, sudden returns of archival material, or technical leaks that reshape how a family or institution tells its story.

How to work with this week: log and date everything you or others publish between the 15th and the 21st and treat the 21st as a cut-off for structural decisions. Keep language precise and auditable — Mercury in Virgo rewards plain records; avoid speculative grandiosity. If something abrupt lands (Uranus-style) don’t treat it as the whole story; file it, cross-check against older records and let the eclipse purge what’s built on poor documentation. For deeper context, the richer, longer-form takes from experienced technical astrologers (the Astrology Podcast and Bernadette Brady’s eclipse analyses) are the kind of sources worth consulting when you want methodical, layered readings rather than headline horoscopes.

To move through this week well: keep a journal; mark the moments of deep insight or discomfort, especially around the middle (17-19) and on the 21st. Before acting, wait for clarity—let the eclipse close the chapter cleanly. Ground yourself through daily rituals, practical service, and honest inner listening. In that space you’ll cross the threshold not just changed, but more truly aligned.