Today's Horoscope for Cancer

May 8, 2026

Sharing memories and reminiscences, or discussing a very personal topic with someone you feel you can trust is likely now. You may have a significant communication (email, phone call, or personal discussion) with someone who was once very important to you or with whom you have a long history.

Power Numbers: 22, 36, 9, 23, 20, 26

Born Today: Edward Gibbon, Harry S Truman, David Attenborough, Thomas Pynchon, Peter Benchley, Melissa Gilbert, Josie Maran

Quick Quote: "Love is a great beautifier."
-- Louisa May Alcott

Random Fact: Chocolate can be fatal to dogs. Chocolate contains a chemical theobromine, which is poisonous to dogs.

Today in History:
1861: Richmond, Virginia, is named the capital of the Confederacy
1929: Jan Mayen island, 500 km NNE of Iceland, incorporated into Norway
1985: France performs nuclear test at Muruora Island
1962: "Funny Thing Happened" opens at Alvin Theater New York City for 965 performances
1994: "Rise and Fall of Little Voice" closes at Neil Simon New York City after 9 performances
1952: "Shuffle Along" opens at Broadway Theater New York City for 4 performances
1969: Cambodia recognizes East Germany
1847: Robert Thompson patents rubber tire
1937: 63rd Kentucky Derby: Charley Kurtsinger on War Admiral wins 2:03.2
1970: Construction workers break up an anti-war rally in New York City's Wall Street

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