Why do people believe in astronomy?

Business Insider UK spoke with astronomer Stuart Clark, author of "Unknown Universe," about why people still believe in a flat earth. Stuart Clark theorises that flat-earthers could be doing it for "comic effect". He then goes on to address other questions that would arise as a result of flat earth theory. read more

The answer to the question lies very much in the same realm as why people believe in just about any superstition. Astrology offers a number of things which many people find very desirable: information and assurance about the future, a way to be absolved of their current situation and future decisions, and a way to feel connected to the entire cosmos. read more

One reason why people believe in astrology and think it works is that they think it can be used to help understand personality and give accurate personality predictions. Most people only read their own horoscope so do not realise how vague they actually are and that the traits suggested by signs are in fact universal. read more

There is nothing to believe about astronomy. You just observe, measure and document, using whatever instruments and technology that is available to you and your team. The results are either there or not there. read more

Scientific thinking can lead the way to a clear view of the cosmos, and everything right here on Earth. read more